[JFP in PA]

No, for multiple reasons: First, if the OEM IMS bearing failed, the car would have a new engine, not a replacement bearing; you cannot upgrade and engine that had a failed IMS bearing, it would be full of metal. We have also seen cars claiming to have IMS upgrades that do not, demand to see the records for the swap. Secondly, no service records is a red flag, if the owner will not negotiate, walk away............