Can I have a Lexus specialist do a pre-purchase inspection, and what do common out-of-warranty repairs on a Lexus IS cost?

Lexus parts and labor usually cost more than mainstream brands, so a specialist's inspection before you buy is cheap insurance.

Does the top cycle fully and seal without leaks?

Convertible top motors, hydraulics and seals are costly to repair and easy to test in a five-minute demo.

Which scheduled services have been done, and what's due next?

Around 98,748 miles many cars need brakes, tires or a major service. Knowing what's due changes the real price.

What is the out-the-door price in writing, including the doc fee, taxes, title and any add-ons?

The advertised price is rarely what you pay. An itemized out-the-door quote exposes doc fees and pre-installed add-ons before you negotiate.

What reconditioning was done before listing, and is there a recent inspection or Carfax report?

Dealers inspect and repair trade-ins to different standards. Ask what was replaced, what was left alone and whether the state inspection is current.

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Details

Mileage	98,748 mi
Exterior	Gray
Interior	Black
Body	Convertible
Transmission	Automatic
Drivetrain	RWD
Fuel	Gasoline
VIN	JTHFF2C23D2527895
Stock #	C25438

2013 Lexus IS 250 C

$15,687

Car for sale at Used Cars of Baltimore, Cockeysville, MD · 98,748 mi · Gray · RWD

About $283/mo estimate · 72 mo at 8.99% APR, $0 down, before tax and fees. Not an offer of credit.

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Price position: priced $10,107 below the median of 7 similar Lexus listings on FMYCAR (median $25,794).
Mileage: 98,748 miles — fewer than 3 of 7 similar cars (median 92,161 mi).
Days listed: added today. As a general rule, the longer a car sits, the more room a dealer has to negotiate.

What to ask the dealer about this 2013 Lexus IS

Can I have a Lexus specialist do a pre-purchase inspection, and what do common out-of-warranty repairs on a Lexus IS cost?
Does the top cycle fully and seal without leaks?
Which scheduled services have been done, and what's due next?
What is the out-the-door price in writing, including the doc fee, taxes, title and any add-ons?
What reconditioning was done before listing, and is there a recent inspection or Carfax report?

Read: How dealers really price your trade · Out-the-door price explained · Dealer add-ons to decline

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