Anybody know of a good lexus mechanic in the metro area.(not the dealer)

[THAI]

Hey guys, I was just wondering if anyone knows a good Lexus (IS300) mechanic around the metro area. I just bought a used 2001 Lexus IS300 at Klode's auction and the motor makes a clunking noise. This car only has 16k miles. Here, let me tell you how this happens: when you start the motor, you can here the clunking noise. Once its warmed up the noise is faint but lets say you take it for a test drive. Once you get on the throttle the clunking noise gets louder and if you let off the throttle the noise deathens but you can slightly here the clunking. I dont think its the pistons or anything. The car drives fine and the power is still there, just makes clunking noise.
I know this isnt a Subaru but I know theres more mechanic oriented people here than other forums. For example:IS300.net is just a joke. They make sarcastic remarks like "thats what you get for buying at Auctions". Well excuse me! I didnt pay $38,000 for it, I only paid $17,000. I wanted to asked here first before I consulted with the dealer. I'm gonna leave the dealer as the last resource.

Thanks for listening.
Thai

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