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- Опубліковано 20 жов 2020
- Lexus luxury car review. Here's Why This Lexus is the Best Luxury Car Ever Made (Except for This One Thing), DIY car review and car tour with Scotty Kilmer. The best luxury car to buy. Lexus LS430 review. Buying a new Lexus luxury car. Buying a used Lexus. Should I buy a Lexus? Is lexus reliable? The truth about Lexus cars. What it's like to drive a lexus. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 53 years.
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Hi Scotty,
Could you please help me answer my question?
I own a mercedes C klasse C200 CDI from 2002. It has a fuel distributor(Common rail assembly) with at one end a fuel pressure sensor(sender unit) and at the other end a fuel pressure regulator(control valve). My first question is if you could explain what the difference is between these two. My second question is if it is possible and necesarry to clean them for preventive maintenance like you do to the other sensors with MAF cleaner or other types of cleaners. Could they give faulty readings because of present excessive dirt?
Thank you!!
Japanese came over to study what Americans wanted in a luxury car.
I rode in a new[1991]Buick Park Avenue.
Front wheel drive with a 3.8 V6. The ride quality? I thought I was riding in a Chevette.
In the back seat hearing a poorly designed rear suspension and feeling bumps and shudders. Poopoo GM. Selling point to Grandma? "Front wheel drive, good in snow."
@@youness.h9404 the Control valve sends excess fuel back to the fuel tank. The pressure sensor sends electric feedback to the engine management computer. They work together to maintain pressure, volume for optimal fuel delivery.
Do the loan a tool from nearby auto parts store. Borrow their fuel injector test kit.
A bad fuel control valve will cause rich or lean condition. Fuel smells and puddling
If too rich. Check pump output a test location on the fuel rail.
hey scotty i bought a honda accord 2007 for 3800$Cad 2800$us. it has 100k miles is it a fair price?
i got it checked out i only had to change trans oil amd front bearings.
When I bought my 91 LS400 it already had 287,000 miles on it. Here I am, almost 10 years and 90,000 miles later, still running reliably. It STILL passes California emissions every 2 years.
That's amazing!
I thought California emissions test is waived when the car is over 20 years old.
I guess I'm not correctly informed in this matter.
@@davidjacobs8558 yeah in New Jersey after 25 years the car is considered historic and no longer needs inspections not sure about New York where I originally was at but I'm sure it's similar but 20 sounds better
@@robmalcolm8042 new york inspecs all vehicles regardless of age
Ever touch trans fluid or orig
10 years ago I paid $500 for a 91 Lexus LS400 on Craigslist with 180k miles that was making a horrendous sound under the hood. The owner was certain the engine was toast. Since the tires were almost new I took the deal. Turns out the horrendous sound was the fan clutch bearing bracket $150 part at Auto store. Changed it out. Purred like a kitten. Still running today. 😀
To each his own , but those wheels are hideous on that car .
young aggressive person wheels :C
fugly !
The owner probably isn’t a car enthusiast.
Should have put the stock 18s on it. From the 2004 to 2006 model.
Ugly wheels!
Hi Scotty, I own a Lexus 2004 LS 430 ultimate luxury package. And I have fallen in love with the smooth as silk ride. I’m 70 years old and it’s the best car I have ever owned. By far the most reliable car ever made in my opinion. Every thing works like a charm. I will never sell this car or trade it in for a newer car. They just don’t make them like they use to.
I'm the third owner of LS400. The other two died in their 80s and their estates sold car, they didn't and probably wouldn't have. I won't sell. Best darn car of 44 I've owned! Period.
@@roberte.andrews4621 me too I got my 1990 ls400 from one owner is pass away I won't sell anyone. I will repaint my car with fresh paint!
nice car!
I own 2003 Lexus LS 430 & it Still runs like a 2020 car , its a perfect example when reliability and Luxury compined together
I just drove past Scotty’s old house in Houston and his live free or die sign on the garage has been taken down. Bye Scotty, enjoy Tennessee!
HOW DO YOU KNOW WHERE HE LIVES
Wondering the same here 😂
He used to live in the house next to the garage with the "Live free or die on it" but its hard to find now since the "Live free or die sign is gone" There you go.👍🇦🇺
Thank you for that.
@@laurieannrodriguez4551 Your most welcome.
I own an LS430 and Ill tell you its incredible that a car older than me is as reliable and solid as this one. I love the car so much. She was garage kept before I bought her and she still looks so beautiful 20 years later. Especially with the aftermarket rims I put on
i am collecting my ls 430 luxuari sedan tomorrow.locks like brand new 2004 model.
My uncle had one and passed away. I drove it once. What an amazing car. Power was great and the AC was ice cold. So quiet and I loved the Levinson sound system. Those seats were like butter...supple yet soft and supportive. Also loved the RWD. Very quiet cabin oh and the AC vents oscillated. Great car! His had almost 200k on it and it still ran like a champ.
When your mechanic goes 0 to 60 on a test drive on a residential road😂😂
Who knows what else he does off camera! 😂😂
😂 when he was driving that customers shelby gt500 he said he was driving like a maniac
And calls you stupid, but you don't care.
He was giving it the old "Italian tune-up"! lol Actually, driving it hard will sometimes get rid of a catalyst efficiency code by cleaning things out!
@@wooferjr169 IM DEAD ASF HE PROLLY FLYING THROUGH THESE AREA'S LOL
Some of the best auto advice on the internet. Thank-you for helping keep us on the road. I'd love to have anything you are giving away to us home mechanics, and promise to put it to good use.
I remember reading back when Lexus first started that they were losing thousands on each car, to get themselves into the US market.
The LS is the best in class by miles. Maybe not exciting to drive, but cushy and bulletproof.
I hear Ford is losing thousands on each car as we speak.
Ford will go bankrupt in few month, if not in couple years.
Mercedes was the only be who accused them of selling the car at a loss and they actually threatened to sue them for price fixing. However they had no grounds to really sue them. Mercedes was just upset that they sold same amount of luxury and higher reliability for almost half the price.
I like the big mouth grills. I actually like both. Thank you, I always learn something from every video of yours. Means a lot to me.
2001 LS430 best car I've ever owned. 175,000 Miles
american muscle is better
825000 miles to go lol. They keep going and going and going.
@@Kamal_AL-Hinai like I'm floating on the clouds
I have the O3 LS430 Ultra Luxury edition...it's 17 years old and runs like a top, great ride, never had any issues at all, 124k miles on it..
Had that same code..one of the Cats needed to be changed..easy fix..
Highway..get close to 30mpg...city in the Teens..but the LS430..is built to last..I'm just breaking it in...Awesome Video as usual..
Thanks for this video i needed to know about this car because they always grab my attention on the roads!
Well I got a Lexus rx with 250000 it a,400h hybrid no problems what so ever no oil or water leaks no squeaks or rattles starts every time/the only thing I done last year was change the water pump and pulleys tensioner ect and timming belt plus I also changed the pads and rotors and also changed the gearbox oil and service, other than that it's been 100 per cent reliable,I wouldn't buy anything else now, and would you blame me a quarter of a million miles trouble free ,absolutely brilliant,,,, stevie ,
2001 ls430 owner, cannot believe how reliable and smooth this car is. Get them while you can!
Unfortunately, young drivers think because they are cheap they should be turned into drifters or neglected beaters. Don't do it, Kids! You will never find a love as true as Lexus.
Great videos as always Sir Scotty
That generation is absolutely the most beautiful Lexus and four door sedan I’ve ever seen in my opinion!
Especially the Acura Legends.
Americans & japans make the most ugly cars ever, compared to german cars.
I’ll argue that the second gen LS400 is waaay better looking
@@pjetermustakuqipietro307 Modern Lexus beat all of your german crap bud
@@_stupdep_4842 this generation from 01-06 look the best to me I thought the ls400 (2nd gen) looked the best too till I saw one of these in person
I bought a new 2005 Ls 430 and it was the best car I've ever driven hands down. I put just about 400,000 miles on it and it was still running like new when I sold it. I still miss that car up to now. I'm actually thinking about buying another one if I can find one in good condition.
The Lexus LS430 is my favorite car. I drove one for 26 miles at 130 mph and it felt like we were cruising at 70 mph. It is governed to 130 mph and I experimented and it will hit the governor in 3rd gear and they have a 5 speed auto. It was solid as a rock and as stable bouncing off the governor at 130 mph as most cars are at 60 mph. This of course was on a 26 mile private road.
I had an LS430 that I traded in for an LS460. Hated it. Recently went back to a 430. Smoothest car ever made, if you ask me.
damn I was thinking of buying an LS460 this weekend but you have given me second thoughts.
Test drove an LS460. I concur. It WAS NOT the same!!
Interesting. But a 460 looks so much more modern than the boxy 430. Also, the 460 is a beast when you use the manual shift mode. Otherwise, it's pretty docile.
@@dangerouscookie4790 same
The Ls430 is the best lexus ever made.
My 2006 is best car I have owned since getting my driver license 60 years ago. Changed plugs at 1400,000 K.L.M now use 1 to 1.5 liters less fuel per 100KLM (self fix i guy)
No issues except steering column motor trunk struts and air condition rubber hose failure. A clean car in and out no rust. (Canadian winters) Original rotors no vibrations only pads changed.
Self changed trans fluid after 16 years (black) 4 changes at 1.7 liters per drain and fill. (recommended by dealer)
Had an E 430 (Mercedes)1999 (what a hunk of junk) spent more time under it than in it.👍
Hi Scotty. Thank you for posting.
Never getting rid of my mint condition 2000 LS 400. It has 204,000 miles now and it runs just like the day I bought it from the original owner back in 2005 with 44,000 miles on the clock! It is definitely going with me to my grave!
To this day the 1998-2000 (second generation major refresh) is my favorite of all the LSes, even more than the also great fourth generation 2007-2012 (pre-predator grill). The only thing i don't like are the stock wheels and the stock exhaust tips, which are easily modifiable. I'm always temped to pick up a clean one for just several grand. Even this 20+ year old car is better made and with better quality than most modern cars, even modern luxury cars...
I’ll give you 10,000 for it
Mine is 2002 and has 220k miles
I just got a 98 with 108k miles.did all the maintenance items. As smooth as butter. Can't even hear the transmission shift.never owned anything like that.
I bought an 02 LS430 in 08. Runs like a charm and THE best car I’ve ever owned. The LS460,500 etc may look sleeker and aerodynamic but even the dealership guys have told me they rarely see a problematic LS430 in the shop but the LS460 has a lot of issues and wasn’t there a massive recall after the LS500 was introduced into the Lexus line? Oh my!
I miss my 03 LS430.. the quietest, softest most reliable luxury vehicle for the price! Heated and cooled seats, oscillating air vents, self leveling HID headlamps and overall a comfy ride for 3000.
Hi Scotty Bro, thanks for the info
Scotty is right. My 2010 BMW 750 has needed several oil leak repairs. The engine may need a rebuild because of the notorious valve stem seal issue. I'm now looking at a Lexus, only because a relative owns one since new and it's been rock solid, even though it has 140,000 miles. I could certainly do away with the annual $2500 repair bill for my beemer
I found that with my BMWs. I loved driving them but they had issues every so often. With my LS430 I've only had to replace tyres and brakes
4 yrs ago, I got an '05 with 65k. Now it has 100k, and I've only had to replace the battery and trunk lid struts. My research shows that the door locks and steering wheel tilt motors can be problematic, but no issues yet. I pulled the steering wheel tilt motor fuse to prevent wear.
So true about the grills! Icy classier in the older versions.
Great video Scotty!!! 😎
Says fuel doesn't matter, then admits customer switched to better fuel and code went away lol
He’s a shade tree mechanic would do you expect lol
He’s talking octane. You grab gas from a dumpy mom n pop station who water down their tanks vs She’ll it makes a difference
Picked up a 2005 LS430…I’m in love
03 ls430 base model owner & theres not a thing i would change ab the car💪 best bang for your buck and the nicest riding car youll find for the reliability
Just bought 05 LS430 w/ 61k for $10k & changed timing belt immediately. Best thing I have ever done besides buying Bitcoin. Best car ever built in terms of comfort & reliability. The CEO of Ford used to drive this as well.
Interesting thing is that the newer LS460s are not are awesome.
I almost started my Lexus V8 yesterday when it was already started because it’s silent.
Good stuff
my daughter did that on our sienna - i was livid, but can you blame her? it purrs like a kitten. King TOYOTA.
I've been there. Didn't know it was running lol
I used to forget mine was running too, before I cut the mufflers off lol
It has a protection feature to keep the starter from re-engaging.
My 04 LS430 with factory Sport Suspension kit and sticky tires - handles perfect. Good luck finding one with that badge.
Love these
I just put an alternator in the one that was at least 20 years old and everything else worked perfectly. the car was in great shape. Toyota really knew how to make those things. I work for Ben's when those things came out and they almost put us out of business in the states.
I have had two of these and they are great cars. They hold up well in a crash too.
Thank you Scotty have a good day.
Good stuff Scotty
12:00 - Nice LEXUS Dig on the new grills....LOL
These are the best cars ever built. That’s why I own two of them I have an 03LS and an 05 ls
Two of the exact same generation? You could have waited a couple years for the major redesign with the 460...
He is just kidding look at him he looks like a homeless
LS460 sucks compared to this car. People today still prefer the 430 by far when compared to the next Gen 460.
@@badboys239730 lol
@@OlJackBurton 460 is a pos compared to this one, specially from 2007 up to 2011
I love dudes like this. My uncle is just like you sir. Very knowledgeable, and sort of a loud dude, talks with his hands and is fricking hilarious. By the way, I was told this sounded like I was criticizing you, NOT AT ALL! I am going tomorrow to check one of these out and you have basically sold me on this car. I am looking to buy the 2005 Ls430 Base, not sure but I am hoping with the "base" model it will be less to fail. Is the base model a bad thing?
Proud Lexus owner here! and I can say that nothing beats the quality build and long term performance of my 2005 ES330!!! Amazing daily
My current car is a 2007 Lexus ES350 V6 I bought a year ago, had about 55K miles on it, great car, love it.
I intend to keep it for about 10 years.
Everything Scotty says about Lexus's is true.
"Crappy Houston Roads"......come to the midwest and experience real crappy roads, especially in the spring "road construction / pothole filling" season.
He's headed to Tennessee soon, so he just might!
Indiana! Their freeways; it’s truly terrifying.
*laughs in Northeast roads*
He's from Niagara Falls, so he knows about the crappy roads up north.
Check out the non-freeway roads in CA. Rich neighborhood, good roads, poor neighborhood, sh**ty roads.
I had an 02 LS430 that was only serviced at the Lexus dealer in Beverly Hills. I picked it up at 65k miles. I did need to change the radiator at 90k miles as it was leaking I’m sure due to age. I put in the exact same OEM Denso radiator myself for $200. I had the driver door lock actuator go out. I also replaced the hood struts as they were fairly weak and didn’t hold up the hood. Replacement ones worked perfectly. Still drove like a dream, one of the smoothest riding cars on the road.
Wish i found your sight earlier, always informative and entertaining
Man I love your reviews, you made me convince my dad to switch from Mercedes or any other car but Lexus and Toyota are reliable and give you peace of mind
2003 with 485000 kms and still going strong and never let me stranded and just normal maintenance, very cold a/c specially in dubai hot weather 👍👍👍
Hey Scotty, those LS430s are the most popular mode of transportation overhere in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, everyone and I mean EVERYONE are buying them!!! We are importing them from US, EU and Australia, these cars are bulletproof and they withstand the heat of our region so flawlessly! Maintenance is unbelievably cheap! Everyone owns 1 or 2! Driving 150 miles road trips is a piece of cake for these cars!! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻And infact when you once said that the new Lexus LS is the best car possibly in the world, I totally agree with you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Well, I didn't go with a Lexus. I got a 2010 Rav4 for $10k, 94k miles. Previous owner kept a log of all the work done to it. Oil was changed religiously. Runs like a top, and I love it. AND I have you to thank for that , Scotty!
I love my 08 gs 350 it was made in Japan and it rides like a dream and runs so good only has 120k miles on it bought from one owner Lexus rocks!!!
Same here. Love it!!!
this is true my 1997 LS400 coach edition 220k never had the belt changed, full of cracks but never snapped
You’re really gambling, I changed my 98 at 95k but cheers for yours lasting that long
If timing belt is cracked, it's time to think about replacement. Engine can run on and on with no internal repairs for 1 million miles or more (Matt Farrah's) but when belt breaks, valves hit pistons and engine is junk quickly. All interference engines are like this, but in the Lexus it's so rare no one I've talked to has ever seen it happen. Nevertheless...
I always love that Scotty considers the "Allen Parkway" a highway. I love you man.
I have an 05. Best car hands down. Has plenty of giddyup when you need it, comfort when you want it and features that are amazing.
These cars are something else. I want to say it was the peak of lexus. After this car they had nothing else to prove.
It's amazing how well built those are. I rode in one a few years back. It's like sitting in an insolated leather interior tank that you feel no bumps in and accelerates like a Mercedes.
not quite like a merc. more like a lexus. not that slow though,
it pulls ok. I have a BMW suv (much bigger) that will do 0-60 in 5 flat.
I had an 89 civic wagovan with 1.5L engine. That car was given to me 20 years ago and engine was running rough. Timing belt had to be replace. After I did it, I found timing belt had severely stretched to where no adjustment will tighten. I recall holding old and new and found it to be around an inch longer.
Thank you Scotty, i used to buy Wawa gas all the time but when i took my old Sable many years ago to Shell i got 2 to 2.5 mpg better when using Shell vs the Wawa gas. Now that was 15 yrs ago but i was driving 400 miles a week so mpg mattered... Thank goodness i don't work that job or dive that Sable anymore...
Does Shell gas use ethanol?
Lexus definitely built a beautiful solid automobile
Dear Scotty, thank you for finally doing justice to this Japanese masterpiece. Mine is slightly different, as it is a 2004 Ultra, with air suspension and a 6 speed transmission. I keep telling myself that the price of gas is offset by the better safety potential of this vehicle. Previously, you made mention of the higher maintenance costs of this V8 relative to the Toyota V6s and the starter position underneath the engine... With the power switch on and with higher quality fuel, the car does accelerate more impressively than in your video. This car is a keeper.
I have the same one, built December 2003, being the facelifted 2004 model with what we call the President pack in Europe. Bought 2 years ago, thinking it would be the best car ever built and it has not disappointed. New EUR 113k in my country, paid EUR 13k for it and in perfect condition. Now put almost 60k kilometers on it.
Great family car too!!
i just got the same model but imediately had to pay 3k for a new rack and pinion and front air struts, what mileage are you at ive been trying to se just how long this exact model usually lasts
Hi Scotty thanks for the excellent info appreciated. What about in Canada which car can you suggest best to use in snow for family of 3.
nice scotty i love those LS's
Hey scotty when can we expect a video showing your new home? cant wait!!!
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I've owned my '97 LS400 for 1 year and 2 months, absolute GOAT of an automobile.
I've had my 97 for 3 year's or so now. picked it up with 68k from the original owner, drove it to 95k with zero problems. decided to do pads/rotors all the way around and did the timing belt job. replaced almost everything that came off. I don't plan to get rid of it any time soon. about to roll over 110k. my 6month old son will probably drive it eventually lol
I needed a new car for my family of 5. Almost bought a 2011 Ford Escape, did some research and somehow ended up on scottys UA-cam channel... long story short passed on the escape waited and found a 2003 Lexus RX300 with 137k miles for $4 grand. Got it inspected found out it needed new tires, air filter, and a an oil change but was in great shape besides. Way older vehicle with way more miles then I was first wanting but I’m feeling good about this purchase.
I have my deceased fathers 1992 LS400 that he bought new. 215,000 and in mint condition and I will probably give it to my son if he wants it.....old luxury but drives like freaking new circa 1992. 😆
@@vladq8546 those rx300s are great vehicles. I'd take occasionally having to buy parts and repair an older vehicle any day of the week vs having a monthly car payment unless it was a weekend toy. even then I prefer the 90s sports cars
Unfortunately, the transmission just started slipping on mine. My fault because I brought it to a lousy shop about 4 months ago and I didn't check what fluid they were using. I will try with Toyota ATF next, thankfully it's still drivable once it's warm.
I LOVE the Lexus LS430 and want to get one. Are there certain years that are the most reliable? Certain years where there are less issues with things going wrong? THANK YOU :)
Get the 05 to 06 LS430 and stay away from the Ultra Luxury model because it has air suspension. Also avoid the ones that have lots of options like Navigation etc. try to get the most basic one.
Once again thank you Scotty ! I was going to buy a ram rebel thank god you changed my mind LEXUS ✅
Scotty is priceless. Common sense AND intelligence. 😍
The Lexus LS is the best in class luxury car
I'm 100% with you on the ugly gaping grills on the 3rd generation LS.
Yea know Scotty....when i was a young mechanic for Toyota back in the mid 80s i actually fell in love with the Cessida....wish i could find one....buy it if it was clean in a heartbeat
I just picked one up. One owner, dealer maintained, 7500. Oh and 78k miles. Ya baby :)
The 1st Lexus I ever drove was an LS. Fell in love with it and still in love 21 years later.
You have good taste in cars
Yes we do
Scotty I just baught that same exact car! Year, color, interior, stock nice wheels still on it. Has 150,000 miles excelent shape for $6400! Think I got a good deal, it really is a wonderful car! 🤙
Hi Scotty ,love your show .i have a 2015 Lexus RX 450 h 66 ooo Kim’s on it absolutely love it ,wondering about cleaning the cooling fan on the hybrid battery system fresh air vent are clean. Where is the fan ? And is it easy to get at..Thanks .bill from Stratford Ontario canada
Spot on, Scotty. I located a 2005 LS 430 last year, and it is way ahead of anything in a long line of luxury cars. Will never replace it, come what may! Every journey is a pleasure.
I love it - I recently bought one. I’ve always been a Mercedes man, but I can’t argue that the overall quality is far better and it’s 1 million times more reliable than any other car. It’s solid and it all stills work. Gotta love Lexus. Keep educating the people @ScottyKilmer
@Prime Artemis Lexus is a fckn toyota. Older toyota in 3rd world countries are very prominent with 500k miles on them carrying 20 people on them at once. Used in middle eastern countries for every use case. Tons of pics. Dont think a lexus cant do the same, its a rebadged toyota thats more luxurious. Tf are you on about saying german cars are more reliable LOL...
Honda is just as good. Well, Acura in this class.and the crown Vic, grandmarquis and town car are the American version . Scotty has said it too. They run forever
@@whitegoodman7465 he said the Lexus is more reliable
@@richsweeney1115 no those Acura just like GM always have transmissions going bad. Lexus/Toyota are thee best hands down
I bought the same car in 2023 with 102k miles on it for $7000 in black cherry with black leather real head turner total creampuff have had tons of offers to sell it , the LS430 is widely considered as one of the best cars ever made. Absolutely Love it .
Another great video from the people's mechanic
A broken timing belt on a non-interference engine might not destroy the engine but it could leave you stalled in the middle of the freeway or on some train tracks.
Scotty,the 👑 of toyota reviews. And that'll be my next car. 😎✌️
I just purchased an old 17yo Lexus SC430. Same engine and luxury as its brother LS430 that you just reviewed. The engine and gearbox are the best money can buy. So silky smooth. I expect it will be around and doing fine after another 17 years. You cannot beat Lexus. My next purchase will be the LC500.
For the audio system it only shows the tape deck slot, but the CD changer is hidden. It does look 1990s-ish in a 2000s vehicle, which should have both CD and tape slots visible. Most automakers started removing tape decks since the 2000s, while Lexus removed it completely since the 2011 model year.
That Lexus changes the timing to adjust for running inferior fuel.
8:00 maybe the regular grade fuel caused the codes?
he was talking about a different car
Scotty you made a video a few months ago about the GS400, which basically has the same motor as the LS, 1uz, but it was updated to a 3uz, the gs430 has the 3uz as well. But you were preaching how the v8 engines aren’t the best but this specific one, the 1uz/3uz, is one of the greatest engines ever made along with the 2JZ which is also in the Lexus and Its called GS300 and IS300. I have a gs300 It’s so reliable and amazing, I plan to do a 2jzgte swap one day, that’s another topic of greatness. But you should really do a deep dive research on the JZ and UZ engines and do a detailed video about them just like your other 30 min mini movies you been doing!
@ 2:47 -- that "little door" is meant for skis/poles (or other long stuff that won't fit in the trunk). Not really designed to be an access door, but if you're small enough...go for it!
Thanks for the video Scotty. I bought my 2005 LS430 UL in 2007. 13 years and 250k miles later; still runs like a dream. It’s my daily. I average 18-19 mpg in the city and 26-30+ mpg on the highway! I love it.
Wow. How do you get 30 MPG? I bought my 2005 LS430 in July 2020 with only 103,000 mile and the best I can do on the Hwy is 26 mpg. And that's driving at 1600 RPMs or between 50 and 55 MPH. I use Mobile One oil, but I buy my gas at Sams Club, which uses 10% ethanol. Could that be the issue?
@@palmbeachcitizen you need to go slower
@@kadelubensky7176 you’re kidding, right? I managed to get 27 mpg last week when it got cool enough to stop using the A/C.
@@palmbeachcitizen I'm not kidding hahaha. my sweet spot for me is right in-between 47-51 mph, where I'm basically idling I've seen all the way up to 32mpg before, all though that's on a completely level road no bumps no wind at all.
@Palmbeachcitizen - You’re doing it all right! I’m also running on summer tires Pirelli P-Zeros at 45 lbs. psi… it makes a huge difference.
Yes
Lexus are awesome. And totally agree with Scotty’s view that all these modern highly tuned little engines will not last at all compared to lazy big V8s. Yes they may pollute less and get better mileage but long after the little is broken and in the scrapyard, the V8 still be plodding away
Finally!!! My favorite v8 engine! The 3uz! BTW.
About the p0430 code. I am pretty sure that the code comes because of an exhaust leak. It is just behind the second 02 sensor under the exhaust heat shield. This is very common on these! The catalyst itself is fine.
I can attest to that. It was only the gasket on mines
The moment Scotty said it was RWD I knew I needed to buy this
I own one. Best car I've ever driven.
If you can afford the fuel cost, BUY IT!!! The LS430 is a fantastic car. It's easily the best car I've ever driven. Fuel economy in the city is pretty bad (16-18 mpg), but it's very aerodynamic so the highway mileage is OK (24-26 mpg).
You think of the fast and the furious tokyo drift right?
Freak wheel drive is not all that marketing says it is.
@@tyttuut yep when I first bought my Ls430 I was on the gas pedal always, my mpg wasn't looking great and with these LA gas prices my wallet wasn't either! now I get decent mpg (19-24)
I have a 2006 ls430 with 66k miles on it. Timing belt and water pump done at 55k. Paid 12k and I'm hoping to keep it for a long time.
2006 with only 66k miles???
@@geoffreysserwanga7996 my dad has a 2002, with only 67k miles, Ultra Luxury package ($15k option) super clean. Garage kept, like new.
I bought it with 63k on it, it was a garage queen for sure.
Your car barely breaking in man it's gonna go forever
Take care of it and it might outlast you lol
I have a 1993 SC 400 with 204k and 2003 LS 430 UL with 140k n both still going strong good video Scotty ‼️
I have a 93 sc 400 and a LS 430 UL lolb
I’ve wanted one if these cars for a while now but didn’t know if it’s a good idea. Now I’m sold on it