I have a 2003 es 300 lexus with 124K miles. never a problem purchased new. then oil light on, engine light on. white smoke from exhaust when starting. took to Toyota told don't drive needs new engine. tried to start it--dead-- should I replace engine? how much for lexus to repair or should I lease...I love that car, no car pymts. brother says just lease... too many unknowns--- please advise
was driving beautifully, then oil and engine light on, white smoke coming from exhaust. original owner, 124K miles. Toyota says don't drive, diagnostic bad motor. while driving home from dealership car stopped dead (middle of intersection). towed back to house as I don't know what to do at this point. beautiful car, never a problem. pricing new engines, older engines..should I have lexus repair??