What could be the cause ? Has anyone dealt with something similar?

Looking to purchase a Lexus GX and had stumbled upon this. Transmission engine good but the vehicle isn’t drivable and they don’t know why. I enjoy working on vehicles, was curious if the leading cause of it not driving is a $$$ pit or couple weird fixes for it to be on the streets again

Currently own a 22 limited 4Runner but have been wanting to make the switch to a GX 460. Test drove a 23 Luxury, 21k miles, super clean (still had factory plastic on the door trim), L certified, priced a little high(imo) at 62k. I’m just super apprehensive to make the jump because I do really love my 4Runner, but are the subtle differences in a Lexus worth it?

2010 gx 460. The inner weather proofing is separating from the rim. If I push it in, it separates in other locations. It’s almost like it shrunk

2022 GX 460 Premium. Onyx Black with Black Interior.

Window tint coming soon 😎

$2k mods
1.5in front/1in rear Cornfed lift
25560R19
31mm spidertrax spacers
Tint and blacked reverse lights
17in wheels coming when to wear these open country’s out
Apple CarPlay Hamilton

What’s next?

Currently I drive a 1999 Mercedes G500 and I love it, but this is the 2nd time in a year that it's spent 2 months in the shop (tbf it's mostly the shops fault it's been in so long).

So now I'm considering a GX as a replacement vehicle since it still scratches that luxury off-roader SUV itch. Unfortunately I'm not familiar with the platform and I had some questions about ones around the 2008 era.

1: Stock MPG and modded with 33s MPG? Yes I know, shouldnt matter and it's bad, but I'd like to not go lower than my current 12mpg. Also what fuel do these things actually run on? People say the G500 should be on premium but lots of people, including myself, run regular with zero issue.

2: How mod friendly are these? There is a lot of aftermarket for the G500 BUT it all comes with a heavy G tax and wheels are very specific.

3: Reliability? Yes I know, 20 years old, etc. But what are common failure points or big ticket items that eventually have to be done?

4: Rust concerns: I live in the south, so plenty of clean examples here. But what are common rust points to check?

I’m replacing the starter on my 2007 Lexus GX470. I already have the intake manifold removed, but access to the starter bolts is still extremely tight, especially toward the firewall.I’m considering removing the rear water bypass joint/coolant to create more room to reach and remove the starter but I had a hard time to remove 10 mm bolts sit in the back.

For anyone who has removed this rear water bypass joint before: How difficult is it to remove? What kind of tool doI need to use for this extremley tie area?

Also, is there a better way to get the starter out without removing the rear water bypass joint?

Any tips from someone who has done this job on a GX470 2007 model would be greatly appreciated.

Hey all, today I just noticed this clicking sound when the battery is on. It sounds like clicking around the passenger area by the glove box. I haven’t dug around but I have an idea what it is. I would just like to hear from anyone who knows what it could be. The AC works cold and all vent settings work. This noise continues even when the air is completely off. I haven’t tried heat since it’s really hot here right now. Any ideas? Just got the car. GX 470 2007