Meh
50/100
1997 Lexus LS 400 400
$9,999 · 155,070 mi
≈$929/mo
San Ramon, CA
$8,499 above marketView verdict →
1999 Lexus LS 400
Columbus, OH
$17,999
Used83,000 mi
614 Cars
AI Value Analysis
Mehdeal2
Asking
$17,999
Est. market
$1,500
Premium
$16,499(1099.9%)
$17,999
$1.1k$1.5k$1.8k
“$16,499 above market”
Low miles for ageSingle-owner history
Asking $17,999 vs estimated $1,500 for 1999 Lexus LS 400 at 83K mi (Meh).
Before You Buy
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One previous owner.
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Suspiciously low miles for the age.
Verify against the title's odometer history (Carfax). Rollback is rare but devastating.
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Car is 10+ years old — budget for age-related maintenance.
Expect to replace within 2 years: tires, battery, hoses, possibly timing belt, water pump, suspension bushings.
Cost to own
5-yr estimate · 1999 Lexus LS 400Monthly cash out
$883
5-yr running
$33,150
Per mile
$0.49
Money out per month: recurring costs + loan payment. Doesn't include depreciation — see Resale below.
Annual miles
Ownership horizon
Driver age
State
1 · Monthly costWhat leaves your account every month
Yearly cash-out breakdown
Loan term
Credit
Down payment10% · $1,800
Monthly payment
$330
Total interest
$3,602
Down payment
$1,800
Upfront fees
$1,070
Resale value vs. loan balance
Value at year 5
$4,398
Value lost
$13,601
Best sell year
Y5
of 5
Equity at sale
$4,398
resale − loan balance
Projected resale value
Opportunity cost (what your down payment would have earned)
Estimates use state averages — your actual costs depend on driving history, exact zip, and insurer.
Buyer Intel
Summary: One owner, no reported accidents.
Vehicle Details
4dr Sedan
Body: Car
Engine: 4.0L 8Cyl regular unleaded
Transmission: Automatic
Drivetrain: RWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Cylinders: 8
Doors: 4
History
VIN
JT8BH28F0X0163973
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