"You own a Lexus now."

"Agrajag" (Agrajag) 11/29/2016 at 23:16 • Filed to: lexus, ls430

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Said the Dos Equis guy at the Lexus dealership.

I had called inquiring about the cost to replace the timing belt and water pump on an LS430 I was thinking of buying. I was anticipating $1500 to $2000 being a luxury car and this place a dealer. They quoted me $1180. I thought that was pretty reasonable, but what came next is what made me get the car more than anything else.

“Do you need a loaner while it’s here?”

“No, that’s oka..........You would do that for a 15 year old car that I didn’t even buy from you?”

“You own a Lexus now.”

I didn’t it. Not yet, but I had to now.

Having gotten to drive it around for a few weeks now I can say that I love this car.

It’s not perfect. Has a few scratches/dents and dings and I need to replace the rear sub, but otherwise it’s in great shape. The interior, with the exception of the driver seat,steering wheel and mat is damn near immaculate.

There are no tears in the driver seat, just some well used leather. The mat I’ll be replacing, but will keep this set as a winter set.

The bird’s eye maple veneer is perfect throughout.

Hatches and cubbies activate!

The cupholders mostly suck, but I’m ecstatic all these little things still pop out and work like they’re supposed to. And it has actual cigarette lighters and ash trays!

This kinda looks like a face.

I like this car. The dealership is pretty awesome, too. They gave me a discount on the timing belt/water pump job and when I brought it back for state inspection after getting my plate and registration, they didn’t charge me! I don’t get it, but I’m not going to complain.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Agrajag 11/29/2016 at 23:20

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[tears up]

... It’s... SO... FAAAAAAUNNNNSHAAAAYYYY

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Agrajag 11/29/2016 at 23:28

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BMW does the same*

*Our local BMW doesn’t, but the one an hour away from us in the next town does.

Agrajag > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/29/2016 at 23:33

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I knew luxury car dealerships offered loaners, just never thought they’d do it for 15 year old cars purchased elsewhere.

I’m kind of surprised that one near you doesn’t.

Agrajag > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 11/29/2016 at 23:34

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I tried to be up my fanciness levels but only managed more dork.

Rico > Agrajag 11/29/2016 at 23:35

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That’s awesome and a little steam cleaning should tighten up the leather on the drivers seat if it bothers you too much

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Agrajag 11/29/2016 at 23:38

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You make me sick.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Agrajag 11/29/2016 at 23:39

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I would expect a loaner from any one that charges 100 bucks and hour for labor. (Just a guess based on my limited knowledge of what dealerships charge.)

Agrajag > Rico 11/29/2016 at 23:40

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Thanks!

Agrajag > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 11/29/2016 at 23:42

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I’m sure they’re more than that as small shops near me regularly get $100 an hour.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Agrajag 11/29/2016 at 23:45

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Yup. Actually now that I think of it, so does the Audi dealer nearest us, even though my mom’s A6 is an ‘04 and was purchased on the other side of the country. My dad’s Bimmer is newer but was still purchased 5 hours away.

And yeah, the BMW nearest us overcharges, takes too long, and won’t give you a loaner unless you bought from them new or CPO. The one an hour away is friendlier, and regardless of where you bought the car they will send a driver with a loaner car to your house, take your car back, do whatever needs to be done, and bring your car back to you, all in less time and for less money than the one 2 miles from hour house. It’s a no-brainer.

for Michigan > Agrajag 11/29/2016 at 23:53

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Are you actually a little old lady?

Agrajag > for Michigan 11/29/2016 at 23:57

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Listen here, sonny...

PS9 > Agrajag 11/30/2016 at 00:11

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Agrajag = Nibby confirmed

OpposResidentLexusGuy - USE20, XF20, XU30 and Press Cars > Agrajag 11/30/2016 at 00:16

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The blue and wood combo is great.

Agrajag > PS9 11/30/2016 at 00:43

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Your boy, BJR > Agrajag 11/30/2016 at 07:27

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Which dealership?

Agrajag > Your boy, BJR 11/30/2016 at 08:00

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Lexus of Lehigh Valley.

Your boy, BJR > Agrajag 11/30/2016 at 08:15

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Isn’t that the one with the koi pond in it?

Agrajag > Your boy, BJR 11/30/2016 at 08:18

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I didn’t walk around the whole thing, but I wouldn’t be surprised. They do have a gray LFA!

Your boy, BJR > Agrajag 11/30/2016 at 08:20

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It is, then. That’s a good dealership, and I REALLY don’t say that about just any place.

Agrajag > Your boy, BJR 11/30/2016 at 08:23

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Good to hear!

Your boy, BJR > Agrajag 11/30/2016 at 08:26

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Also scrape that prestige bullshit off your car.

Agrajag > Your boy, BJR 11/30/2016 at 08:37

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Ha. I intend to.

Your boy, BJR > Agrajag 11/30/2016 at 10:21

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I’ll send ya a Ray Catena one

Agrajag > Your boy, BJR 11/30/2016 at 10:37

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I can start a collection!

Textured Soy Protein > Agrajag 11/30/2016 at 11:35

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I have these gloves. They’re fleece-lined, touchscreen compatible, and the little sweater looking dealies make sure they get inside my coat sleeves and seal up with my shirt sleeves so my wrists don’t get drafty. It’s too cold here in Wisconsin to not have a good pair of gloves.

4Starfish > Agrajag 12/04/2016 at 19:33

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That whole scene/movie is fantastic.

Agrajag > 4Starfish 12/04/2016 at 20:00

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Yes to both.

Sam > Agrajag 01/14/2017 at 22:39

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My dad just bought an LS430 in white. Very nice car, especially for it’s age.

Agrajag > Sam 01/14/2017 at 22:45

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Awesome! I’m in love with mine. It has been a fantastic car so far.