Trade my MSP for a 2000 Lexus GS300?

[IllaNoizeTV]

My specs:

My 2003 Mica Black Mazdaspeed Protege

127k miles

Pros:
AWR Solid Motor Mounts
Short RAM Intake Pipe Silicone Intake Air Filter
Straight Exhaust Pipe from downpipe back Catalytic Converter deleted
Newer NGK Spark Plugs
New Coil Packs
New Ignition wires
MAF sensor relocated to cold pipe
Front mount intercooler
Hard Pipes TurboX's blowoff valve
Forcedfed steering column pod

Appearance:
White powder-coated OEM Rims
6K HID headlights
Windows tinted 5%

Interior:
Genuine Italian leather shift boot and parking brake boot
Lanzer touchscreen head unit
Two 12in subwoofers

Cons:
Exhaust Leak and needs new WGA

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So next week I'm checking out a 2000 Lexus GS300 with 115k miles. Im pretty excited. It's pearl white with adjustable coilovers and looks real clean. I'm looking to do a straight trade with him. I'm bringing my mechanic with me to make sure the motor and trans is in good condition. Only thing that worries me slightly is repair costs and gas mileage, combined it's only at 19mpg. What you guys think?

 

[Preferio]

Ha. When I had my MSP listed for sale a few months ago, I had a guy want to trade me a 'slammed' GS300 for it from Georgia.

 

[IllaNoizeTV]

Its not slammed. It's form and functional. just tastefully lowered. You think it's a good trade to do? I checked kbb and the gs300 is slightly more valueable than the MSP.

 

[IllaNoizeTV]

Keep in mind I want some reliable and also easy on the pocket. The GS300 is more reliable but the MSP is easier on the pocket. But it is a Toyota and they last forever. I hear people all the time with these GS300 with 250k miles + running like new.

 

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i always wanted a GS. my coworker has one. its def quality and reliable. only the typical wear and tear items. i've known him for about 2-3 years now and only now hearing about a tie rod needing replacing.

 

[IllaNoizeTV]

Yeah man. Looks real nice. If the motor and trans is good, Im gonna go ahead and do it.

 

[IllaNoizeTV]

So the GS 300 owner backed out of the deal. Now it's back to possibly trading it for a Mazda6 V6.