How to buy a Lexus from Tustin Lexus when you live out of state
Browse our new, used and certified pre-owned Lexus inventory online at any hour, get your trade valued, and send our secure finance application. Then settle delivery, tax and registration for your state with our sales team before you pay anything.
Tustin Lexus is at 45 Auto Center Drive, Tustin, CA 92782, and carries a 4.6-star rating across 3,465 Google reviews.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Tustin. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
You can start a Tustin Lexus purchase online from any state
Yes. You can start a purchase online from any state, and our online shopping is open at any hour.
Start with the exact vehicle. Pick the Lexus you want from our listings, note its trim, colour and VIN, and send those details to the sales team with your questions. A written answer on each step saves a second round of calls once the car is on its way to your state.
Should you buy a new, used or certified pre-owned Lexus from afar?
Pick the type first, because it decides what you ask for. A new Lexus comes with a window sticker, and Lexus lists the 2026 NX 350h FWD at a starting MSRP of $46,570. A used Lexus needs a vehicle history report, and a certified pre-owned Lexus carries the L/Certified Limited Warranty, which starts when the Basic Warranty ends or on the purchase date, whichever is later, and runs up to two years with unlimited mileage.
Whichever type you pick, pin the model, trim, colour and VIN before you talk price. Our used inventory includes other makes, so a used search can cover more than Lexus.
Certified pre-owned vehicles also come with complimentary scheduled maintenance. We provide the next four scheduled visits within 2 years or 20,000 miles. We accept trade-ins, and we have an online appraisal tool, so you can start the trade value from home.
How do you get a full out-the-door price on a Lexus from another state?
Ask for one written total that includes dealer fees, shipping, taxes and registration costs. That total is the number to compare against your budget and against any other store’s quote.
Registration adds costs beyond the sticker. California charges an annual vehicle license fee of 0.65% of the purchase price or value of the vehicle, and it charges a $15 transfer fee to move the title to a new owner (California Department of Motor Vehicles). The transfer fees must be paid within 10 days of the sale, or a late penalty applies after 30 days.
Ask the sales team to show each line of that total in writing before you send a deposit.
Which state’s sales tax and registration apply when you buy a Lexus in Tustin?
Generally, you pay sales or use tax in the state where you will register the Lexus. For a car registered in California, the rate follows your city and county. Tustin’s combined rate is 7.750%, while Santa Ana’s is 9.250% and Buena Park’s is 8.750% (California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, 2026).
Hypothetically, a $50,000 car registered in Santa Ana would carry $4,625 in sales or use tax at 9.250%. Every figure in this example is hypothetical.
California’s exemption for a vehicle taken out of state has conditions. The vehicle must leave California within 30 days of delivery (Legal Information Institute, Cornell, 2020). A buyer’s certification alone does not settle whether tax applies (Legal Information Institute, Cornell). Ask the sales team how your delivery and registration will be handled before you pay.
How do you trade in and finance a Lexus from another state?
Start with two numbers: your trade-in value and your financing offer. We accept trade-ins and have an online appraisal tool. Our secure online finance application is an application rather than a pre-approval, so treat it as the first step.
Tustin Lexus arranges pre-owned loans, new Lexus financing and Lexus leases. Ask the sales team which option fits the car you chose before you decide. You can also ask about financing through Lexus Financial Services or your own bank or credit union.
In an August 2026 Google review, Steve P. wrote: “My wife and I recently purchased a TX 350. Received excellent service from all levels of the team at Tustin Lexus. High praise to our salesperson, Youssef. He was professional, amicable and efficient. We enjoyed his pleasant and friendly demeanor. Likewise, the finance managers, David and Tatiana, were a pleasure to work with; they helped speed us through the final paperwork to close the deal.” Ask for every finance document to arrive before signing day, so the paperwork holds no surprises.
How does a Lexus from Tustin Lexus get to your home?
You have two routes. Our sales team can ship a car out of state and arrange delivery to your driveway. Or you can fly to Tustin and drive the car home.
Sales hours run 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday to Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Sunday. Service hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday, the same opening time but closing at 5:30 PM. The service center is closed Sunday.
Before you book either route, get a written shipping quote, a delivery estimate and confirmation of insurance coverage during transport.
What should you have in writing before you send a Lexus deposit?
Ask for a buyer’s order that shows the full purchase price, the VIN and the window sticker for a new Lexus. For a used Lexus, ask for a vehicle history report. Also get a written shipping quote, confirmation of the warranty start date and written confirmation of your state’s registration process.
On a 2026 RX, Lexus lists a basic warranty of 48 months or 50,000 miles and a powertrain warranty of 72 months or 70,000 miles, with each ending at whichever limit occurs first. Check that the warranty start date on your buyer’s order matches the vehicle you chose.
A buyer at South County Lexus, in a May 2025 one-star Google review, wrote: “I’m an out-of-state buyer and wired $19,000 to this dealership after being told “first person to send the money gets the car.” I sent the wire before anyone physically walked into the dealership. After confirming they received the funds, they ignored me for over an hour, then told me they had sold the car to someone else who had just walked in. They had my full payment in hand and still gave the car to someone else.” Hold any deposit until the buyer’s order is in your hands.
FAQ
Which Lexus models does Tustin Lexus sell?
Tustin Lexus sells new Lexus GX, LX, NX, RX, RZ, TX, UX Hybrid, IS, ES and LC. Our listings also show NX Hybrid, NX PHEV, RX PHEV and TX Hybrid. Ask the sales team for the current window sticker on any model you are considering.
What is Lexus Certified Pre-Owned, and does Tustin Lexus sell it?
Lexus Certified Pre-Owned is Lexus’s program for used vehicles. Yes, Tustin Lexus sells certified pre-owned Lexus vehicles. Each one carries the L/Certified Limited Warranty, which runs up to two years with unlimited mileage from the end of the Basic Warranty or the purchase date, whichever is later, plus complimentary scheduled maintenance for the next four scheduled visits within 2 years or 20,000 miles.
How do I get my Lexus serviced after I buy it from Tustin Lexus?
You can schedule service appointments online on our website. Our technicians are Lexus factory-trained and certified. While you wait, the service area has a Wi-Fi lounge, a complimentary car wash and a complimentary café.
What are Tustin Lexus’s hours if I am calling from another time zone?
Our service hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday, the same opening time but closing at 5:30 PM, and the service center is closed Sunday. Convert those hours to your own clock before you call. You can shop our inventory online at any hour.
How do I compare Tustin Lexus financing with my own bank’s offer?
Our secure online finance application is an application, not a pre-approval, so it does not replace your bank’s written offer. Put the rate, term and monthly payment from each offer side by side, and choose the one that costs you less overall.
What should I ask about temporary tags and emissions rules in my state?
Ask the sales team two questions in writing: will you provide temporary tags if needed, and will this vehicle qualify for my state’s emissions requirements? The exact procedure depends on your state’s rules and how the dealership delivers the vehicle.
What do Lexus buyers say about the sales process at Tustin Lexus?
In a September 2026 Google review, Edgar Z. wrote: “I had a good experience with the car buying process. Pretty simple, with no pressure and good customer care. Thanks Micky” Ask the sales team to walk you through each step of your deal, so you know what to expect before you arrive.
Why buy your Lexus from Tustin Lexus?
Tustin Lexus is part of Group 1 Automotive. We sell new Lexus GX, LX, NX, RX, RZ, TX, UX Hybrid, IS, ES and LC, and we offer certified pre-owned vehicles from our inventory.
Our service team is Lexus factory-trained and certified. Parts can be ordered online and picked up at the store after a call says the order is ready. We also have in-house parts, tire and collision centers.
Our Google record is 4.6 stars across 3,465 reviews, and 87 in 100 of them are five-star. In an August 2026 Google review, Brandon K. wrote: “I had a great purchase experience at Tustin Lexus with Kaela as my saleswoman. Everything was quick and smooth. Great communication and follow through after the sale. Highly recommended. I Also wanted to thank Alexander Mattes and Mr Marandi in finance who helped make this a great experience. Love my LX! Thanks Kaela and team!”
To start, browse the new Lexus lineup, choose the model, and ask our sales team to confirm in writing the out-the-door price, the delivery terms and your state’s registration steps.
Tustin Lexus answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Tustin showroom, or call (714) 368-3200.
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