- Donated 2003 Lexus LX 470 shows just 583 miles on the odometer.
- Carfax notes “Not Actual Mileage” title, raising some concerns.
- Powering this old LX is a 4.3-liter naturally aspirated V8 with 230 hp.
If you want a brand new Lexus LX in the United States, you will have to part ways with more than $100,000. But if you’re working with a smaller budget and don’t mind an older model that may have more history than it first appears, this 2003 example could be worth a closer look.
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Originally donated by Lexus to a trade school, this LX 470 shows 583 miles on the odometer. That figure would place it among the lowest-mileage examples in the country, if not the lowest outright.
However, a Carfax report attached to the listing notes that a “Not Actual Mileage” title was issued at some point, and the resulting debate in the Cars & Bids comments suggests that the true mileage may be higher than the odometer indicates.
Currently listed on Cars & Bids, the SUV recently underwent a full round of mechanical attention. Last month, it received a new timing belt, tensioner assembly, brake fluid, suspension fluid, and drive belt. The rear and front differentials were serviced, along with the transfer case.
While long-term storage can take its toll on any vehicle, this maintenance spree should be enough to get the LX back into safe driving shape.
The car donated by Lexus sports a Mark Levinson audio system, 18-inch wheels, a locking center differential, and a power sunroof. It has also been equipped with a premium Nappa leather interior, and for the most part, both the exterior and interior look as good as new.
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The listing doesn’t say much about how the trade school actually used the SUV. However, a Lemon Squad pre-purchase inspection offers some clues. According to the report, the center cross-member was recently replaced, and several parts of the underbody show signs of fresh paint.
Despite its long dormancy, the inspection notes describe the LX as “exceptionally smooth,” with no drivetrain issues flagged.
Still, the Carfax note introduces some uncertainty, and potential buyers seem to be weighing that against the vehicle’s condition. Even so, bidding has climbed past $64,000 at the time of publishing. If you’re intrigued by the story, and willing to accept a few unknowns, there’s still time to join the auction.
Check out the listing (and the ongoing debate in the comments) over here.
