Been watching your videos since I started researching The LS430. Ended up picking up a 2004 modern luxury with 153k miles that is very clean and runs so nice. Loving the car and don’t plan on ever selling it. I agree with so much of what you explain about the value of these cars especially the 2004s. The new Lexus look nice but I think these years of the early 2000’s were the best Lexuses ever made. Thanks for your videos.
I have exactly the same car as you, 2004 black on black, ML purchased 11/22 w 131k miles for $11.5k in greater Atlanta. Worth it. Love how quiet it is, but wish it had the double paned glass of UL. Learned a lot from your vids. Thanks very much.
I have an '02 CL and it has "Lamisafe" which is the laminated double pane you're referring to. All the perks without the hassle of rear a/c and air ride as addressed by the OP. Front windows are delaminating tho and it's been hard to find suitable replacements...still quiet as all hell!
I just bought a black on saddle 2006 custom luxury with a clean title, folder of maintenance records, water pump/timing belt done, and 140k miles. Wouldn’t sell for anything less than $15k
@@Agu-042. Who was you referencing ! Me ? My Car ? Or someone else ? **Oops, I just found out that ‘Sick’ In American Parlance it means “ Fantastic “ sorry ..
Thanks for your video. We own a black 2004 UL with light interior. Paid $13K with 70,000 miles, one owner. Had to do replace 2 air shocks and leveler in Rt rear. $7000! Car now has 95k and did nothing else in 3 years! We drive from Boston to Cleveland twice a year and get about 30 mpg! The car will lower itself while on the highway to make more arrow dynamic. Radar cruse control works flawlessly and it’s and 04.! Quiet, comfortable and soft ride for 20 grand. Love it!
You said the transmission did something funky: the 04 model year I hear is more prone to harsh downshift due to a bug in the ECU. There’s people who are able to fix this if you send the ECU to them.
I have a 2005 UL. I’m having the same issues with mine. My tranny slips when I drive it hard. It happened after I agreed to have the transmission fluid, replaced by the dealer after the seals began to leak. Later on, I found out that it would’ve been wise to catch the old fluid and put it back into the crank case again. I had a check engine light come on last year, and it turns out that it was one of the solenoids inside the transmission…. There are 9! 😭 The dealership service advisor advised to turn off the check engine, light and just baby the transmission; or else I would have to replace it. It’s been two years and I’ve been babying it and so far so good.
Bought an 04 ls430 Ultra Luxury grey on black. I’m 3rd owner clean title. Lifetime dealer maintained w records. Got 190k but feels amazing. My second lexus, last was an 04 rx330 both of these have been some of the best cars I’ve ever owned. I’ll never sell my LS I figure it’s only halfway thru it’s life with how well it runs at the moment. I’d advise anyone on the fence to do it. Materials, build quality, reliability, and function… nothing beats an early century JDM luxury flagship…
I am the 3rd owner of a 05 silver on black UL I bought for $9k 4.5 years ago with 116k on the clock. It has all service records including the certificate from the factory in Japan. Just as long as you keep up regular maintenance, you’ll be fine. Its got 202k miles now and just went to Lexus for the TB/WP, cam and crank seals with an oil change that cost me $2100 (free loaner ES350). I put an OEM Power Steering Pump, reservoir, rack and pinion w/ outer tie rods in last May for $2400. It’s just like a house, the cost of maintenance every year is about 2-3% of what it’s worth. You can pay to play or you can lease/rent. Great video btw 🤝🏿 Edit: The air struts were replaced at 80k🤓
if you can find a low mile toyota corolla for 4500 get back to me. they dont exist. Youll spend 7000-8000 on a 20 year old higher mile compact car in this market. Surely you are kidding. Guess what, you still have to maintain the corolla, its going to cost you some money here and here. Shocks dont last forever, or brakes, or other wear items. Pay to play. @@BeardWash
Glad to see you still have the car bro! Hope to see more of it. Wish I could have met up w ya sooner, have a baby due in a few weeks. Hope you’ve been doing well!
The thing about it is its sometimes confusing to people to put the car just in accesory mode with the button. With the turn switch its not confusing at all. Just a thought.
LS 430 owners are the nicest people. There's an LS 400/430 for all tastes. I personally like the earlier base model 430s, especially without the center dash screen. I picked up my 2001 last year for $6,000 from the original owner. Loads of maintenance and under 200k miles. It's in Onyx Blue Metallic with the chrome monoblock wheels. Please, keep making more videos about these cars.
Wow you hardly put miles in this car. I bought mine June 2021 with 270xxx in mint condition. I now have 314xxx and going up daily. Ive had it for two years and i still love this car more than when i first bought it. Btw its an 04 moonlight pearl(basically pearl white) with tan interior. Looks really good in person.
Just picked up at 06’ with 119k. Cypress Pearl with Ivory Interior. Timing Belt was just done. Got it for $8500. It needs a little paint correction but it’s in remarkable condition.
I bought a 2005 UL around seven years ago. Black on black. The service cost has been a nightmare…. But I love the car. I’ve Replaced the timing belt, the serpentine belt, water pump, thermostat radiator cooling fan, Tensioner, spark plugs and the front rotors for the first time….. altogether, it’s been a little bit over 5K.
Nice I have a 06 Ultra. It's my till death do us part car. For the transmission to last I go to the dealer and have them do a drain and refill on the trans fluid. Keeps it as good as can be.
Mechanic is totally wrong, have done drain and fills for years, and first one was at 100k miles, every 30k miles since then. 160k now and shifts smoother than prior to the first drain and fill@@savvyroca
Nice video. I bought one of these not knowing how good they really are. I already have another car with black interior, no thanks. VERY HOT! I love my 430 's tan interior. Great video, good job !
There is no compromise in the engineering. My b-o-b LS430 didn't have any interior cooling problems near Death Valley. Even at 117-122* the inside of the car was a very pleasant place to be. Engine coolant never got past half way.
Question? 2004 ls430 my uncle car water coming in floor gets wet any idea drains on sunroof or fresh air cabin overflowing since he don't wash the car regularly please help thank you
Great car ls 430. I have a pre facelift in platinum ice(smoky silver) black leather and keyless entry from 2001! In ireland here it was known as the smart key back then! I was blown away at the time with this tech. These are superior cars by a county mile compared to what’s out there now,no issue’s ever superlative mechanical refinement and enjoyable ease of use and stress free to drive and own. I have the highest recommendation for your video and what you say about ls430. I It is a masterpiece.
How bad is the highway drone with the muffler delete? It sounded pretty bad around 2,000 RPM (cruising), but it could just be how the microphone was picking things up.
It drones good. In previous videos I said dont do a muffler delete on a car that you drive highway a lot. My city doesn’t know how to make a highway still so I just city drive mainly. I like the sound and if you have it in manual shift and hold it in second/ third gear it has great rumble under deceleration.
I brought mine back in 2016 It's a 2006 Blk/Blk w/all the bells and whistles w/90k on it in North Carolina for my fiance', who relocated with me to California. I live in Rancho Cucamonga and she lived in Charlotte. after 3months of living together I broke it off and sent her back. She actually thought she was getting the car. lol I have a BMW 750Li I tell you!!! I TRUST the Lexus WAYYYY more than the BMW. I've been driving the Lexus to work 105mile round trip daily!! and now it has 225k miles on it Meanwhile the Beemer is in the garage needing work with 120k miles on it. I'm lucky to say that I came out smelling like a rose on both ends lol.
Modern Luxury is best because it doesn’t have the suspension system and a few other things like rear side window shades. It has many nice extras. I own one. I really enjoy it. I’m looking for another one for a collector and I’d prefer to find the custom Luxury. Under 60,000 original miles. And the 04-06 are the best. 04 had some issues but Lexus fixed it. I won’t buy any but 04-06. Mine is an 06.
That LX600 L is still listed for sale today..lol.. 7mts after ur video posted.. lol.. ur funny man, I enjoyed ur ramble and have an '05 LS Blk myself.. Best thing on 4 wheels..
The LS430 has to be one of the best all-around sedans ever made. It has the same utterly demented pursuit of quality as its predecessor, while being a substantially improved design. Not sure why Lexus changed direction so much with the LS460 ... still a very nice car, and very powerful, but not nearly the same level of perfection.
The UL is the most expensive. We don't get it just for the air ride. They almost all have blown out and went to struts. We buy them for the mini fridge, rear heated seats, vanity shades, highest trim on everything. No hate, just my 2 cents on why it's considered the "best" of them and most expensive. Very good and informative video, I encourage anyone in need of a car under 10k to go buy one. Very fun and ML sound system is phenomenal WHEN working right. Definitely have a certified mechanic check it out, some of them are abused and can be major basket cases. Trans fluid NEEDS to be changed every 30k or it will go out on you, highly recommend you check for that, and that it isn't jerky. Which if it is, it could just be the mount but it's unlikely, engine is amazing when maintained but their transmission is terrible. Power steering rack tends to go out aswell, if the power steering fluid is dirty this is a sign the rack is bleeding internally. Both of these are very costly. Maintain one of these near perfectly made beasts and it'll treat your right till you die
Just bought a one owner black on black 2005 for 11k with 135k miles. Timing belt done at 89k miles. There was another guy trying to buy it at the lot but I had first dibs since I called ahead of time. He followed behind me on my test ride🤣sweet ride.
I’m paying like 50-100 a week but I don’t drive too too much. I agree gas is a lil much but I think if you have a light foot it’s worth it I can get 20-25+mpg while cruising
I am in England. I think our gallons are different from yours, but I get around 35 mpg on my regular 40 mile all motorway journey at 70 mph when legal. When constrained to about 55 mph on an all motorway journey I can approach 40 mpg, but have never made the magic 40 mpg yet. For very short journeys around town, in heavily congested traffic, average speed around 10 mph I am lucky to get 15 mpg. But on average, say 25 mpg overall I think it is brilliant for a 2 ton car, 155 mph top speed, 4.3 litre V8 . No turbocharger, virtually indestructible. We'll never see the like of the LS 430 again.
Beautiful car. I drive a less than luxury car (2010 Camry LE with 222k miles) but I keep her like brand new. See you live in Charlotte. I drive Independence to work everyday and always drive along that right turn lane to cut in lol takes 5 minutes off my GPS ETA
I'll say it again but on this video of yours sir, I am a proud owner of an '04 sport suspension package model onyx black 5 spoke chrome plated rims interior is tan. not probably but most definitetly the smartest purchase I've ever made in my 32 years on this planet. Have a nice day =)
is kn filter really a better choice for it? Cause on my MB, kn filter is horrible, more dust and foul my maf sensor. Asking because I just got a ls430 with kn filter installed, it does not act up funky like mercedes though (rough idle due to foul maf) but I want to replace it with oem filter, just want to ask before throw them away
I planned to keep mine forever. Put over 20k into a UL over a year and a half. Had an older gentleman hit me and said he "didn't see me" turned right into me on a 2 lane hwy. It was way beyond trying to save and it got totaled. Insurance only paid out 10.5k but that was enough for a 2012 is350 f sport. Honestly miss the LS sometimes but the is350 is so much more fun and cheaper to maintain
Most people that are jealous are poor or wish they had more. Most greedy people have a lot so they dont get jealous. This could just be my opinion though. Thanks for watching.
* * Because it is THE BEST SEDAN OUT THERE as far as LUXURY, QUALITY, DESIGN, RELIABILITY, DEPENDABILITY...! No navigation, no air ride and it is the Sport suspension. Mine is a 2001 and still looks and drives like the first year! * *
People talk junk about the base models but they are the most reliable. You’ll never have a radio or nav problem in one. Thanks for the comment and watching
I found a black on black 2004 with the burnt edge wood or w/e you call it for 173k for 10k is that a good deal? Should I buy it? It’s a CL and I would daily it.
@@Maybe1Someday Thats what i thought. This is the most recent service done earlier this year. Waterpump / timing belt tilt motor -telescoping motor -radiator -steering wheel refinished -oxygen sensors -drive belt -Allignnent -Ecu rebuilt by SIA -Transmission fluid service -bumper moldings -hood struts - new oem upper control arms -Air filter -passenger folding mirror motor/gear
I'm about to get a black with tan 2005 LS430 131K miles for $200 dollars cause they had water damage in the driver junction box in the trunk. Ciuld only cost me 150 bucks for the part, maybe a grand to fix it all if there is more damage.. but i dont care. Such a nice car.
I juss bought a 2001 with 300 thousand miles on it & bad fuel injectors & i got into a car accident the car juss wont break 🫰🏾😎 my favorite car inna world lexus ls i hadd em both the ls400 n now i got the 430 i hadda 1998 ls 400 baught it at 255 thousand miles & it never broke i sold it wit 300k on it
I HAVE A 04 LS430 ULTRA, I LOVE THIS CAR, HOWEVER, MY MARK LEVINSON AMP DIED ON ME AND I NEED A REPAIR SHOP TO RESURRECT MARK LEVINSON, I AM SICK OF RIDING WITH NO RADIO OR CD PLAYING 😢
While I am a big Lexus fan and having rode in an ls430 can confirm it's ultra luxurious, I would say the car definitely looks it's age and wouldn't ever confuse it for a newer car
Those low mileage vehicles are freaking awesome, but be prepared to dump around 5 to 8 grand into them, not including labor. When these cars sit, the O-rings and seals get very brittle, be prepared for leaks and lots of other shenanigans. But still worth it in my opinion.
This is comedy gold lmao. -No video structure or a single complete bullet point in the entire video. -Comment section is people posting absolute algorithm gold despite this fella yapping for 30 minutes Run this mf video up
6:28 Hahahahahaha this is so great. 100% terrible and 100% wrong answer because this is a banger and a bop. Follow it up with pure objective yapping and nothing related to the video
There's way too much hype around the LS430 at this point. Clapped-out, even salvage title, LS430s in my area are going for 11K. Prices have gone up at least 30% since May - thanks to famous UA-camrs making lots of video content on them. One area I disagree with though, is that you make it sound like this car has Camry levels of reliability and cost of ownership - and it definitely does NOT. A person could EASILY sink 2-5K into a used LS430 like it's nothing, even doing a decent amount of the work themselves. In fact, I don't think I've seen a single LS430 for sale in my area that DID NOT need at least two to three thousand dollars of work. A $10K to 11K LS430 will likely cost a person $14-$16K by the time they fix everything a get caught up on deferred maintenance. It's still a good car, but most are 20+ years old now, too.
I have an 05 And a 2010 and I bought them for reliability and the 05 will beat the 2010. But the 2010 rides just a little better and faster. However the leather in my 05 is better than 2010. I think Lexus peaked in 05-06. Not saying the others aren’t good because they are more reliable than just about any other car but they still aren’t quite as good as the 04-06. And yes, the other reason why I bought the second one is because it is a V8. I am buying several cars just because they are V-8s and big -I don’t want the future- this damn government and everything else is wrong about the future
I bought my Cypress Pearl '06 LS430 CL back in 2021 with 120k on the clock for $11k. It's leaps and bounds ahead of the E34 and W212 I had in terms of reliability, but it delivers a proper feeling to it. Mercedes guys won't stop babbling on about the LS430 jUsT cOpYiNg the W140/W220, but they're missing the point: the LS430 is one of the rarest types of cars out there - a proper V8 RWD Japanese sedan. I have had to replace a few things, but it's one of the most satisfying cars I've ever driven. Even on Tein Flex-Zs, the ride is phenomenal, and even with muffler/resonator deletes, it's still quiet. Lexus hasn't been able to recreate the same greatness of the LS430 in any of their cars, whether it's the feeling to it, or the overall subtlety to their exterior design. To me, the LS430 is one of the top 10 best Japanese cars ever made, and I like that I got one before everyone started picking up on that.
Yeah people comment in Europe saying they are cheap, its cus your gas is expensive so its still actually cheaper here in the long run even if the car is expensive
@@Maybe1Someday Absofreakinglutely. (Especially if you add all the taxes, on labor, on parts, on insurance, road tax, parking and-as implied above-on gas.) So, there’s actually a fourth reason “why you are here”: “you” desire to buy an LS430, but can’t afford it (yet) 😬
Been watching your videos since I started researching The LS430. Ended up picking up a 2004 modern luxury with 153k miles that is very clean and runs so nice. Loving the car and don’t plan on ever selling it. I agree with so much of what you explain about the value of these cars especially the 2004s. The new Lexus look nice but I think these years of the early 2000’s were the best Lexuses ever made. Thanks for your videos.
Hopefully you enjoy the car
So what’s the big difference between a 2004 and a 2006 LS430?
I have exactly the same car as you, 2004 black on black, ML purchased 11/22 w 131k miles for $11.5k in greater Atlanta. Worth it. Love how quiet it is, but wish it had the double paned glass of UL. Learned a lot from your vids. Thanks very much.
I have an '02 CL and it has "Lamisafe" which is the laminated double pane you're referring to. All the perks without the hassle of rear a/c and air ride as addressed by the OP. Front windows are delaminating tho and it's been hard to find suitable replacements...still quiet as all hell!
Can you buy a non UL or CL and install official Lexus LS430 double pane windows on it?
Damn you got ripped. 5k max
I just bought a black on saddle 2006 custom luxury with a clean title, folder of maintenance records, water pump/timing belt done, and 140k miles. Wouldn’t sell for anything less than $15k
Lucky dog!
Can I ask you how much you pay for it
@@barryhill1044i can relate bru, the car is sickkkkkkkkk
@@Agu-042. Who was you referencing ! Me ? My Car ? Or someone else ?
**Oops, I just found out that ‘Sick’ In American Parlance it means “ Fantastic “ sorry ..
Sell it to me
Never getting rid of my 2006 Lexus LS430 💎😍🥰😎
Thanks for your video. We own a black 2004 UL with light interior. Paid $13K with 70,000 miles, one owner. Had to do replace 2 air shocks and leveler in Rt rear. $7000! Car now has 95k and did nothing else in 3 years! We drive from Boston to Cleveland twice a year and get about 30 mpg! The car will lower itself while on the highway to make more arrow dynamic. Radar cruse control works flawlessly and it’s and 04.! Quiet, comfortable and soft ride for 20 grand. Love it!
Lucky owner but a sounding NOPE to that air suspension…
You said the transmission did something funky: the 04 model year I hear is more prone to harsh downshift due to a bug in the ECU. There’s people who are able to fix this if you send the ECU to them.
I have a 2005 UL. I’m having the same issues with mine. My tranny slips when I drive it hard. It happened after I agreed to have the transmission fluid, replaced by the dealer after the seals began to leak.
Later on, I found out that it would’ve been wise to catch the old fluid and put it back into the crank case again. I had a check engine light come on last year, and it turns out that it was one of the solenoids inside the transmission…. There are 9! 😭
The dealership service advisor advised to turn off the check engine, light and just baby the transmission; or else I would have to replace it. It’s been two years and I’ve been babying it and so far so good.
To who please?
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@@zaunaura Thank you my friend!
Bought an 04 ls430 Ultra Luxury grey on black. I’m 3rd owner clean title. Lifetime dealer maintained w records. Got 190k but feels amazing. My second lexus, last was an 04 rx330 both of these have been some of the best cars I’ve ever owned. I’ll never sell my LS I figure it’s only halfway thru it’s life with how well it runs at the moment. I’d advise anyone on the fence to do it. Materials, build quality, reliability, and function… nothing beats an early century JDM luxury flagship…
I have an 05 LS430 with 45k miles. It is like driving a dream.
Lucky bastard lol
@sonofyah_chosen1950 Thank you very much. 😀 It is a beauty. I feel like I hit the lottery.
LS400 and LS430 the two greatest cars ever made. Why? Because only the sensible know about 'em. Cheers fron sunny Australia.
You are so correct. Everyone else is out there buying little driving laptop SUVs.
I am the 3rd owner of a 05 silver on black UL I bought for $9k 4.5 years ago with 116k on the clock. It has all service records including the certificate from the factory in Japan. Just as long as you keep up regular maintenance, you’ll be fine. Its got 202k miles now and just went to Lexus for the TB/WP, cam and crank seals with an oil change that cost me $2100 (free loaner ES350). I put an OEM Power Steering Pump, reservoir, rack and pinion w/ outer tie rods in last May for $2400. It’s just like a house, the cost of maintenance every year is about 2-3% of what it’s worth. You can pay to play or you can lease/rent. Great video btw 🤝🏿
Edit: The air struts were replaced at 80k🤓
You put $4500 into the car in two years? Thats 50% of what its worth, when you bought it at least.
if you can find a low mile toyota corolla for 4500 get back to me. they dont exist. Youll spend 7000-8000 on a 20 year old higher mile compact car in this market. Surely you are kidding. Guess what, you still have to maintain the corolla, its going to cost you some money here and here. Shocks dont last forever, or brakes, or other wear items. Pay to play. @@BeardWash
precisely. Point me to a 10000 used camry that wont have high miles and need some refresh. @@BeardWash
Glad to see you still have the car bro! Hope to see more of it. Wish I could have met up w ya sooner, have a baby due in a few weeks. Hope you’ve been doing well!
Im doing great, praying your baby comes out perfect and healthy.
@@Maybe1Someday thank you bro! Much appreciated. Looking forward to more of your vids
The Celsior is going to be legal very soon. It's going to be a much better deal.Then the ones you were showing
paid $6k for an 04 w.110k miles on it in 2019. best car purchase decision ever. I could sell it now for probably nearly double that
I agree on the key and turning it. The button might fail and have on some cars I learned about.
The thing about it is its sometimes confusing to people to put the car just in accesory mode with the button. With the turn switch its not confusing at all. Just a thought.
@@Maybe1Someday I agree
LS 430 owners are the nicest people. There's an LS 400/430 for all tastes. I personally like the earlier base model 430s, especially without the center dash screen. I picked up my 2001 last year for $6,000 from the original owner. Loads of maintenance and under 200k miles. It's in Onyx Blue Metallic with the chrome monoblock wheels. Please, keep making more videos about these cars.
I miss my 2004 LS430. What a tank.
Wow you hardly put miles in this car. I bought mine June 2021 with 270xxx in mint condition. I now have 314xxx and going up daily. Ive had it for two years and i still love this car more than when i first bought it. Btw its an 04 moonlight pearl(basically pearl white) with tan interior. Looks really good in person.
CAN YOUR SHARE THE PERSON WHO FIXED YOUR AMP ?
Currently looking at a 2003 UL. 🇨🇦
Great channel- just subscribed!
Just picked up at 06’ with 119k. Cypress Pearl with Ivory Interior. Timing Belt was just done. Got it for $8500. It needs a little paint correction but it’s in remarkable condition.
I bought a 2005 UL around seven years ago. Black on black.
The service cost has been a nightmare…. But I love the car.
I’ve Replaced the timing belt, the serpentine belt, water pump, thermostat radiator cooling fan, Tensioner, spark plugs and the front rotors for the first time….. altogether, it’s been a little bit over 5K.
😢
Nice I have a 06 Ultra. It's my till death do us part car. For the transmission to last I go to the dealer and have them do a drain and refill on the trans fluid. Keeps it as good as can be.
You are a fool! Avoid the stealership! They will rip you off for double! Go to smaller shop and build a relationship there.
Interesting I want to drain and fill my LS. Its @160k miles my mechanic swears " Transmission for Toyota cars will fail after a drain and fill".
Mechanic is totally wrong, have done drain and fills for years, and first one was at 100k miles, every 30k miles since then. 160k now and shifts smoother than prior to the first drain and fill@@savvyroca
Nice video. I bought one of these not knowing how good they really are. I already have another car with black interior, no thanks. VERY HOT! I love my 430 's tan interior. Great video, good job !
There is no compromise in the engineering. My b-o-b LS430 didn't have any interior cooling problems near Death Valley. Even at 117-122* the inside of the car was a very pleasant place to be. Engine coolant never got past half way.
Question? 2004 ls430 my uncle car water coming in floor gets wet any idea drains on sunroof or fresh air cabin overflowing since he don't wash the car regularly please help thank you
Why doesn't the display do anything when I touch or swipe?
I can't find any post face lift models🙄 id love to have one. but all the ones for sale are 01s where i live.
Great car ls 430. I have a pre facelift in platinum ice(smoky silver) black leather and keyless entry from 2001! In ireland here it was known as the smart key back then! I was blown away at the time with this tech. These are superior cars by a county mile compared to what’s out there now,no issue’s ever superlative mechanical refinement and enjoyable ease of use and stress free to drive and own. I have the highest recommendation for your video and what you say about ls430. I
It is a masterpiece.
How bad is the highway drone with the muffler delete? It sounded pretty bad around 2,000 RPM (cruising), but it could just be how the microphone was picking things up.
It drones good. In previous videos I said dont do a muffler delete on a car that you drive highway a lot. My city doesn’t know how to make a highway still so I just city drive mainly. I like the sound and if you have it in manual shift and hold it in second/ third gear it has great rumble under deceleration.
I brought mine back in 2016 It's a 2006 Blk/Blk w/all the bells and whistles w/90k on it in North Carolina for my fiance', who relocated with me to California. I live in Rancho Cucamonga and she lived in Charlotte. after 3months of living together I broke it off and sent her back. She actually thought she was getting the car. lol I have a BMW 750Li I tell you!!! I TRUST the Lexus WAYYYY more than the BMW. I've been driving the Lexus to work 105mile round trip daily!! and now it has 225k miles on it Meanwhile the Beemer is in the garage needing work with 120k miles on it. I'm lucky to say that I came out smelling like a rose on both ends lol.
Not "brought".
Did not realize you were in Charlotte! Me too, have been looking at these and have a 1998 SL500
The turn signal indicator on the dash is bad, didn't even flashed once in all of those lane changes
Modern Luxury is best because it doesn’t have the suspension system and a few other things like rear side window shades. It has many nice extras. I own one. I really enjoy it. I’m looking for another one for a collector and I’d prefer to find the custom Luxury. Under 60,000 original miles. And the 04-06 are the best. 04 had some issues but Lexus fixed it. I won’t buy any but 04-06. Mine is an 06.
Thats exactly true, you know your lexus!!! I have a 01 with 163,000
I have an 05 babied one. Mercury metallic with grey leather. Just had it checked at dealer and they said it needed nothing
That LX600 L is still listed for sale today..lol.. 7mts after ur video posted.. lol.. ur funny man, I enjoyed ur ramble and have an '05 LS Blk myself.. Best thing on 4 wheels..
The LS430 has to be one of the best all-around sedans ever made. It has the same utterly demented pursuit of quality as its predecessor, while being a substantially improved design. Not sure why Lexus changed direction so much with the LS460 ... still a very nice car, and very powerful, but not nearly the same level of perfection.
Lexus was shidding on everyone with the ls430
Thank you for making this video
The UL is the most expensive. We don't get it just for the air ride. They almost all have blown out and went to struts. We buy them for the mini fridge, rear heated seats, vanity shades, highest trim on everything. No hate, just my 2 cents on why it's considered the "best" of them and most expensive. Very good and informative video, I encourage anyone in need of a car under 10k to go buy one. Very fun and ML sound system is phenomenal WHEN working right. Definitely have a certified mechanic check it out, some of them are abused and can be major basket cases. Trans fluid NEEDS to be changed every 30k or it will go out on you, highly recommend you check for that, and that it isn't jerky. Which if it is, it could just be the mount but it's unlikely, engine is amazing when maintained but their transmission is terrible. Power steering rack tends to go out aswell, if the power steering fluid is dirty this is a sign the rack is bleeding internally. Both of these are very costly. Maintain one of these near perfectly made beasts and it'll treat your right till you die
Just bought a one owner black on black 2005 for 11k with 135k miles. Timing belt done at 89k miles. There was another guy trying to buy it at the lot but I had first dibs since I called ahead of time. He followed behind me on my test ride🤣sweet ride.
This is hilarious
Too much fuel consumption with current fuel price I don’t know if it’s worth it!!!
I’m paying like 50-100 a week but I don’t drive too too much. I agree gas is a lil much but I think if you have a light foot it’s worth it I can get 20-25+mpg while cruising
More like 50-80*
I am in England. I think our gallons are different from yours, but I get around 35 mpg on my regular 40 mile all motorway journey at 70 mph when legal.
When constrained to about 55 mph on an all motorway journey I can approach 40 mpg, but have never made the magic 40 mpg yet.
For very short journeys around town, in heavily congested traffic, average speed around 10 mph I am lucky to get 15 mpg.
But on average, say 25 mpg overall I think it is brilliant for a 2 ton car, 155 mph top speed, 4.3 litre V8 . No turbocharger, virtually indestructible.
We'll never see the like of the LS 430 again.
Beautiful car. I drive a less than luxury car (2010 Camry LE with 222k miles) but I keep her like brand new. See you live in Charlotte. I drive Independence to work everyday and always drive along that right turn lane to cut in lol takes 5 minutes off my GPS ETA
Some people dont know how to dive
I'll say it again but on this video of yours sir, I am a proud owner of an '04 sport suspension package model onyx black 5 spoke chrome plated rims interior is tan. not probably but most definitetly the smartest purchase I've ever made in my 32 years on this planet. Have a nice day =)
What type of exhaust did you put on it it sounds good af
Its custom one off
How do you have Google Maps playing thru the stereo?
@@chrisreimer ask it nicely 3 times
is kn filter really a better choice for it? Cause on my MB, kn filter is horrible, more dust and foul my maf sensor. Asking because I just got a ls430 with kn filter installed, it does not act up funky like mercedes though (rough idle due to foul maf) but I want to replace it with oem filter, just want to ask before throw them away
I planned to keep mine forever. Put over 20k into a UL over a year and a half. Had an older gentleman hit me and said he "didn't see me" turned right into me on a 2 lane hwy. It was way beyond trying to save and it got totaled. Insurance only paid out 10.5k but that was enough for a 2012 is350 f sport. Honestly miss the LS sometimes but the is350 is so much more fun and cheaper to maintain
So is the Lexus GX460/470 the equivalent in reliability?
"Most people who are jealous aren't greedy"
Is that true?
Most people that are jealous are poor or wish they had more. Most greedy people have a lot so they dont get jealous. This could just be my opinion though. Thanks for watching.
@@Maybe1Somedaythat’s quite interesting, didn’t think about it that way.
And change the timing belt and a couple other things every 100k miles. I think that's less that $1500.
* * Because it is THE BEST SEDAN OUT THERE as far as LUXURY, QUALITY, DESIGN, RELIABILITY, DEPENDABILITY...! No navigation, no air ride and it is the Sport suspension.
Mine is a 2001 and still looks and drives like the first year! * *
People talk junk about the base models but they are the most reliable. You’ll never have a radio or nav problem in one. Thanks for the comment and watching
@@Maybe1Someday very correct
I found a black on black 2004 with the burnt edge wood or w/e you call it for 173k for 10k is that a good deal? Should I buy it? It’s a CL and I would daily it.
Id say hes asking a little too much unless its got some serious service history and immaculate
@@Maybe1Someday Thats what i thought. This is the most recent service done earlier this year.
Waterpump / timing belt
tilt motor
-telescoping motor
-radiator
-steering wheel refinished
-oxygen sensors
-drive belt
-Allignnent
-Ecu rebuilt by SIA
-Transmission fluid service
-bumper moldings
-hood struts
- new oem upper control arms
-Air filter
-passenger folding mirror motor/gear
I'm about to get a black with tan 2005 LS430 131K miles for $200 dollars cause they had water damage in the driver junction box in the trunk.
Ciuld only cost me 150 bucks for the part, maybe a grand to fix it all if there is more damage.. but i dont care. Such a nice car.
The most valuable one has the Liger print interior
Should I buy one from a dealer with 184000 miles on it for 7500 for a daily
If its got a good history. If the financing percent is way high Id just save money and buy one cash or borrow money from a family member
I like the way you talk👍much agree
I just get 2015 LS 460 f sport with 90,000 miles with one owner super clean ❤ for 30k
Got a ls430 2002 runs like a dream 20in 3pc with 3p air suspension goated fucking car
I juss bought a 2001 with 300 thousand miles on it & bad fuel injectors & i got into a car accident the car juss wont break 🫰🏾😎 my favorite car inna world lexus ls i hadd em both the ls400 n now i got the 430 i hadda 1998 ls 400 baught it at 255 thousand miles & it never broke i sold it wit 300k on it
How many miles is your 430 at now?Just bought a 2002ls430 planning to keep it forever
I had a silver 2005 LS430 about 10 years ago. I should have never sold it!
I HAVE A 04 LS430 ULTRA, I LOVE THIS CAR, HOWEVER, MY MARK LEVINSON AMP DIED ON ME AND I NEED A REPAIR SHOP TO RESURRECT MARK LEVINSON, I AM SICK OF RIDING WITH NO RADIO OR CD PLAYING 😢
I see your comment is from 8mths ago. Did you have your Mark Levinson repaired yet?
@@cars-trucks YES
@1AEROSOL.1PUFF how many miles on yours now?
That silver ls 430 with 23k miles dropped from $21k to $19k. I found a blk on blk 05 with 74k for $15K, Im waiting on the dealer to send me pictures.
I have an 05 silver on black UL with 89K miles minty for sale in CA
Buy a lower mileage gold grandpa exterior and wrap it your color of choice for a few thousand.
That’s actually a really good idea
The gold are always babied lol
The LS430 is so much more masculine athletic looking than the LS460. Michael Knight in Lexus🎉
Its a man's machine.....I love mine....got it from the worst car lot in the city..... they didn't know what it was....gave 2200
Mind you, it needs a lot more than fresh oil 😮
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They dont even know
While I am a big Lexus fan and having rode in an ls430 can confirm it's ultra luxurious, I would say the car definitely looks it's age and wouldn't ever confuse it for a newer car
Those low mileage vehicles are freaking awesome, but be prepared to dump around 5 to 8 grand into them, not including labor. When these cars sit, the O-rings and seals get very brittle, be prepared for leaks and lots of other shenanigans. But still worth it in my opinion.
Give the man a Lex, Lex.
What materials did you use for making the car ao shiny? I have 2 olive color LS430, but paint is faded.
Keep it waxed it's whole life, then get a detailer to do a paint enhancement exterior detail (polish) once it fades.
2002 LS430 gang
Gang gang
Don't overlook the the SC430.
Aren’t they the same car pretty much? 😂
@@zaunaura No. SC430 actually has a bad repair record.
I like your personality,--a really sweet guy
This is comedy gold lmao.
-No video structure or a single complete bullet point in the entire video.
-Comment section is people posting absolute algorithm gold despite this fella yapping for 30 minutes
Run this mf video up
6:28
Hahahahahaha this is so great. 100% terrible and 100% wrong answer because this is a banger and a bop.
Follow it up with pure objective yapping and nothing related to the video
There's way too much hype around the LS430 at this point. Clapped-out, even salvage title, LS430s in my area are going for 11K. Prices have gone up at least 30% since May - thanks to famous UA-camrs making lots of video content on them. One area I disagree with though, is that you make it sound like this car has Camry levels of reliability and cost of ownership - and it definitely does NOT. A person could EASILY sink 2-5K into a used LS430 like it's nothing, even doing a decent amount of the work themselves. In fact, I don't think I've seen a single LS430 for sale in my area that DID NOT need at least two to three thousand dollars of work. A $10K to 11K LS430 will likely cost a person $14-$16K by the time they fix everything a get caught up on deferred maintenance. It's still a good car, but most are 20+ years old now, too.
I paid 5100 for a 2001 ul 116k
@@TandLtoys thats a pretty good price especially if that’s recent times
@Maybe1Someday had to replace rear air strut of course
@@mke6489 I drove some 460s, the L's are cool. They just dont hold up well compared to the old cars.
I got an 02 ul for 7k 100k miles and it's worth 11k retail on carfax
Ed boloney , Tyler Neutron, and the other guy 😂😅
I have an 05 And a 2010 and I bought them for reliability and the 05 will beat the 2010. But the 2010 rides just a little better and faster. However the leather in my 05 is better than 2010. I think Lexus peaked in 05-06. Not saying the others aren’t good because they are more reliable than just about any other car but they still aren’t quite as good as the 04-06. And yes, the other reason why I bought the second one is because it is a V8. I am buying several cars just because they are V-8s and big -I don’t want the future- this damn government and everything else is wrong about the future
Lexus showed what they had in the early 2000’s
I bought my Cypress Pearl '06 LS430 CL back in 2021 with 120k on the clock for $11k. It's leaps and bounds ahead of the E34 and W212 I had in terms of reliability, but it delivers a proper feeling to it. Mercedes guys won't stop babbling on about the LS430 jUsT cOpYiNg the W140/W220, but they're missing the point: the LS430 is one of the rarest types of cars out there - a proper V8 RWD Japanese sedan. I have had to replace a few things, but it's one of the most satisfying cars I've ever driven. Even on Tein Flex-Zs, the ride is phenomenal, and even with muffler/resonator deletes, it's still quiet. Lexus hasn't been able to recreate the same greatness of the LS430 in any of their cars, whether it's the feeling to it, or the overall subtlety to their exterior design. To me, the LS430 is one of the top 10 best Japanese cars ever made, and I like that I got one before everyone started picking up on that.
Just bought one, 2004, 122k, £350 LOL
350 Europes? what are those?
$437@@Maybe1Someday
@@Electrotat that’s sick. How’s Europe?
Expensive lol, we get taxed on everything. @@Maybe1Someday
Rather have a 460, more hp and more modern look.
Great car however gas guzzler
In the socialist Netherlands they aren’t that expensive to buy, but they are expensive to drive: gas is 10 USD per gallon 😔
Yeah people comment in Europe saying they are cheap, its cus your gas is expensive so its still actually cheaper here in the long run even if the car is expensive
@@Maybe1Someday Absofreakinglutely. (Especially if you add all the taxes, on labor, on parts, on insurance, road tax, parking and-as implied above-on gas.)
So, there’s actually a fourth reason “why you are here”: “you” desire to buy an LS430, but can’t afford it (yet) 😬
I'm a second owner of an 03 with 137k. Just got it last week and I knew it was great before but man Ima have to get a collection of them mow😂
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The algorithm, aka: American shit cake...Uncle Remus said U one dumb some Beeothch...
Ugly overpriced toyota 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Your mom…
All used cars have gone through the roof. Bidenomics. Let's not forget what you will have to pay for the 100K timing belt.
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