I'm not a Lexus fanboy, but if all had been maintained according to schedule, I'd choose the Lexus. I wouldn't choose any if they've been run on a shoestring, because they can all be ruinously expensive to maintain properly, particularly if they need a suspension refresh. The LS 430 is not without its problems, but would be my choice out of the three to keep going if the maintenance has been kept on top of...and it can be afforded to keep on top of it. Of course, there are other large luxury cars of similar vintage that are cheap to buy. One of them is the X350 Jaguar XJ, which is also a heavy car with air suspension, but IMO, if you wanted to try to run an old luxury car on a shoestring, your best bet would be the Jag. The Jag's classic styling is also a reason to own one, other than the price, whereas I don't think many people would choose the W220 S Class, E65 7 Series, or LS 430 for their styling. However, IMO the LS 430 is the only choice if one wants to champion the engineering and try to keep such as car going long-term. It's not inexpensive to maintain, and there are various problems, but the engine has proven durability and longevity. And a 430 is a very well-built car made of generally good quality components and materials. All of these cars have electronic components that can make them ruinously expensive to maintain and/or are challenging to source. I think the LS 430 belongs to the latter category. Whereas I think something like a W12 VW Phaeton definitely belongs to the former category, as well as being particularly difficult and therefore particularly expensive to work on. It's also worth bearing in mind that all of this generation of cars include some plastic mechanical/engine components, which isn't good going forward. The E65 7 Series has a particularly bad reputation in this regard, as well as for problematic electronics, and the interior is also full of tech ready to fail at any time. I don't think the W220 S Class is as bad as you may expect, but they are from the worst period in Mercedes history in terms of build quality. My choice of an early-mid 2000s large luxury car would probably be limited to either the LS 430 or an X350 Jaguar XJ. But I'd steer well clear of the cheapest examples.
@@abdimalikzardheye6623 I will also note that the Lexus servicing schedule includes a new radiator and water pump at 10 years, and presumably at 20 years. The only way to truly compare such cars is to know if they've all been maintained according to the schedule, or all have been run on a shoestring for the last 10 years or so. It also wasn't a fair test because the Merc was a diesel.
I would definitely take Lexus as my daily car , even in till this day people over here in middle east maintain this Lexus very well because of which they look like brand new and runs perfectly and also realibilty of Toyota and Lexus no doubt Lexus is a good car
why the hell is the lexus so abused, this is the most abused lexus 430 I have ever seen, and they are everywhere where I live, and the norm is atleast 500,000kms
Old video or not, Matt and the crew are starting to do what the golden era of Top Gear did. Have fun with cars and entertain! Plus we learn about the cars along the way. Great job, it’s been a long time since we rock and rolled.
Pointless to destroy the vehicles and create waste on purpose just for entertainment. If one has so much money that it doesn't mean anything, do some tests without destroying the vehicle, make the video and give the cars to people that can use them.
Hell yeah! I was getting a bit tired of the non stop drag races. Need some more of the offroad hijinks, stress testing to destruction, and other shenanigans kinds of videos please!
Could be to do with editing. It has the new logo on the intro and maybe they cut out some type of previous clips like the "help me carwow" or sponsored stuff?
I think the Lexus win all events because was no water to cool the engine and the last event was unfair because Lexus not only was no oil in the engine, but there was also no water in the radiator
I thought I recognised Taylor's unit! That BMW really does look like it was designed in a different era to the other two, beautiful cars even today, IMO.
I'm not complaining or anything but why has Carwow uploaded an episode which is actually just 4 older episodes merged into a long video/episode? Were there no reviews, drag races, off-road challenges or comparisons ready for uploading this week or.....?🤷♂️ Either way, it's always good to see Mat thoroughly "testing" cars🙈😂 Carwow and Mat definitely always deliver when it comes to content though, I must say. Definitely my favorite motoring channel by a country mile😊
I just sold my 745i in Australia. Beautiful car, but every time I drove it I was worried something might break and break me. Champaign taste on a beer budget. Also in Australia, the rego for 12 months was $1200 compared to 450 for a 4-cylinder.
Smart move. You're always scared of that odd sound, the strange smell, the weird ticking noise... Hearing those odd sounds always made me drive it no harder than 7/10ths of its capability and revs.
My neighbor has a first gen LS, he’s an idiot and I highly doubt he does anything to properly maintain and care for it, but the car’s still running strong. That says something about Lexus quality…
@@dovydas4036did it ever dawn on you everyone doesn't catch Every Single Video 💣 and this may be new TO THOSE PEOPLE??? 🤯 That's why it pays to mind your OWN Business... 😶😉
The body doesn't rust as much as the Merc or the BMW. I have a LS430 best car I've ever owned, never had any problems with it. Even when I drove 100k a year.
Might have seen them off roading before but still a great video I wish occasionally you produced video on slightly more affordable cars too but love the Chanel
In a world where most think either this or that you make the smarter move creating a Tesla-hybrid. This will probably be the hybrid with the longer range ever. I love the fact its not only drives the generator, so you can let the diesel run on its best rpm and live a happyer life...
Drove my first new M5 from era. Belonged to a friend, I was rather impressed when comparing it to my new special ordered Lexus IS300. While the IS300 had beautiful design elements such as the Rolex like instrument cluster, a great shifter, good handling and felt rather lightweight. My friends M5 felt like a tank, in a good way, very solid feeling doors, impressive interior in it's own right, beautiful exterior, the massive separator was the power and performance. That M5 V10 made the 2JZ 6cyl IS300 feel as slow as a Civic, lol
@fredrickwanyoike2787 oh LFA hands down over M5. The LFA did not come out until 2010 and was only available for 2 years. The LFA regardless of straight line speed or track capabilities has the most perfect sounding V10 ever made, possibly the best ICE engine sound ever for a production car. The LFA was also a $375k - $450k priced car compared to a 2010 BMW M5 @ $85k - 95k. The two cars don't compare on any level. A used LFA today goes for around 1 million dollars US.
“Yay new carwow video” *click onto video* “Oh I’ve seen this” Even mat Watson videos are taking so long. WE NEED TO SEE YOUR PORSCHE (after it’s ran in )
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yea
Hopefully it worked out very nicely.
yea
We want c63se vs m3 comp drag race please 🙏🏾 😊
Lexus rock in offroading.
But that broken BMW:)
Mercedes win by reliablity.
And Mercedes kill himslef to help poor BMW,S-Class deserve medal!
Very old video..is carwow running out of content?
I thought is a new video but you are right….. damn….. so sad
Yes sad
No? Its No where else on RUclips
Agreed 💔
@@JJ-vy2rhexplain the colormatching safteyjacked to the new logo
I'm not a Lexus fanboy, but if all had been maintained according to schedule, I'd choose the Lexus. I wouldn't choose any if they've been run on a shoestring, because they can all be ruinously expensive to maintain properly, particularly if they need a suspension refresh. The LS 430 is not without its problems, but would be my choice out of the three to keep going if the maintenance has been kept on top of...and it can be afforded to keep on top of it.
Of course, there are other large luxury cars of similar vintage that are cheap to buy. One of them is the X350 Jaguar XJ, which is also a heavy car with air suspension, but IMO, if you wanted to try to run an old luxury car on a shoestring, your best bet would be the Jag. The Jag's classic styling is also a reason to own one, other than the price, whereas I don't think many people would choose the W220 S Class, E65 7 Series, or LS 430 for their styling.
However, IMO the LS 430 is the only choice if one wants to champion the engineering and try to keep such as car going long-term. It's not inexpensive to maintain, and there are various problems, but the engine has proven durability and longevity. And a 430 is a very well-built car made of generally good quality components and materials.
All of these cars have electronic components that can make them ruinously expensive to maintain and/or are challenging to source. I think the LS 430 belongs to the latter category. Whereas I think something like a W12 VW Phaeton definitely belongs to the former category, as well as being particularly difficult and therefore particularly expensive to work on. It's also worth bearing in mind that all of this generation of cars include some plastic mechanical/engine components, which isn't good going forward. The E65 7 Series has a particularly bad reputation in this regard, as well as for problematic electronics, and the interior is also full of tech ready to fail at any time. I don't think the W220 S Class is as bad as you may expect, but they are from the worst period in Mercedes history in terms of build quality.
My choice of an early-mid 2000s large luxury car would probably be limited to either the LS 430 or an X350 Jaguar XJ. But I'd steer well clear of the cheapest examples.
The Lexus did all the tests spewing coolant and overheating so the last engine test wasn't necessarily representative.
yeah that's what I'm talking about
@@abdimalikzardheye6623 I will also note that the Lexus servicing schedule includes a new radiator and water pump at 10 years, and presumably at 20 years. The only way to truly compare such cars is to know if they've all been maintained according to the schedule, or all have been run on a shoestring for the last 10 years or so. It also wasn't a fair test because the Merc was a diesel.
The luxery and tech in the Lexus is really impressive if you ask me! I don't have this stuff in my way more recent Tesla M3 and A4 Avant!
I would definitely take Lexus as my daily car , even in till this day people over here in middle east maintain this Lexus very well because of which they look like brand new and runs perfectly and also realibilty of Toyota and Lexus no doubt Lexus is a good car
I couldn't agree more
why the hell is the lexus so abused, this is the most abused lexus 430 I have ever seen, and they are everywhere where I live, and the norm is atleast 500,000kms
Old video or not, Matt and the crew are starting to do what the golden era of Top Gear did. Have fun with cars and entertain! Plus we learn about the cars along the way.
Great job, it’s been a long time since we rock and rolled.
Nothing new, which is what killed top gear
Pointless to destroy the vehicles and create waste on purpose just for entertainment. If one has so much money that it doesn't mean anything, do some tests without destroying the vehicle, make the video and give the cars to people that can use them.
Its amazing that Mercedes have steering wheels that can grow back!
yea. But how. Is this the same video? reuploaded
Wow... 😂😂😂
Came here to write that 😂
And change colors 😆😆😆
Hell yeah! I was getting a bit tired of the non stop drag races. Need some more of the offroad hijinks, stress testing to destruction, and other shenanigans kinds of videos please!
This is an old video what do you mean
Yeah mate, this is a combination of previous videos. The only thing new seems to be drag races now 😢
@@Presto_001 hmm OK.... bummer!
@@Presto_001Carwow Drag Races sadly also now outclassed by even Hoonigan This vs That.
@@RobertRo.Old video from April 2020 in fact.
I don't get why recently Carwow is reuploading their videos
I really don't know either? They are doing it so often now, I just don't get it.
They done this quite often. Hagerty and Throttle House and even Doug Demuro never reuploaded any of those videos before.
Could be to do with editing. It has the new logo on the intro and maybe they cut out some type of previous clips like the "help me carwow" or sponsored stuff?
they are poor
😮to take the piss out of the idiots who subscribe.
interior in lexus is just incredible
@@mouseleymarshalsIt is the best among them
I think the Lexus win all events because was no water to cool the engine and the last event was unfair because Lexus not only was no oil in the engine, but there was also no water in the radiator
I thought I recognised Taylor's unit! That BMW really does look like it was designed in a different era to the other two, beautiful cars even today, IMO.
a ferrari 250gto is beautiful...an Jag e-type is beautiful....you really gonna call that ugly thing beautiful?
@@boektcity Yes I am, that’s why I did. I also said “IMO”, which means in my opinion, something to which everyone is entitled.
that interior really aged well. it's great even by today's standards.
@@kinduvabigdeal100yeah look at Lexus and Merc Interior, look so dated (90-2000 flow design) compared to BMW’s dash (sharp, edgy).
I'm not complaining or anything but why has Carwow uploaded an episode which is actually just 4 older episodes merged into a long video/episode? Were there no reviews, drag races, off-road challenges or comparisons ready for uploading this week or.....?🤷♂️ Either way, it's always good to see Mat thoroughly "testing" cars🙈😂
Carwow and Mat definitely always deliver when it comes to content though, I must say. Definitely my favorite motoring channel by a country mile😊
+1 I have seen this before
@@caseyscales2087 yip we have. A year ago actually🤷♂️
Thats from December 2021.
@@purwantiallan5089 yip that bit with yoke and then the rest is from 2022🤷♂️
my fav channel for motoring is Harrys Garage
I just sold my 745i in Australia. Beautiful car, but every time I drove it I was worried something might break and break me. Champaign taste on a beer budget. Also in Australia, the rego for 12 months was $1200 compared to 450 for a 4-cylinder.
Smart move. You're always scared of that odd sound, the strange smell, the weird ticking noise... Hearing those odd sounds always made me drive it no harder than 7/10ths of its capability and revs.
Did you have to get your Coast guard license? Because that thing is a boat!
yup...drive-thru's were a no-go@@schrodingerscat8621
You shouldn't drive a car you can't afford to run then lol
harsh but true
@@stephensemple9145
Is this just one full episode of the shorter episodes of this series?
Well this is one full 53 minute episode basically.
Matt went beast mode on this one. Love it!!!
I don't like when people destroy cars for no reason. Such a nice video until the half...
Guys this review is so amazing! I dont care is it new or old at all, the humor is so thought thru 👌
I have to admit that the S-Class W220 is the worst S-Class ever while the 7 Series E65 is the worst 7 Series ever. But, I go for Lexus.
Only ogs know that this video is over a year old
Wasnt expecting this 😮
Isn’t this video from 2 years ago?
Would be great if all 3 cars had been given a basic tune up before test
No.
What is a basic tune up?
having to watch people destroying cars while I need a car so bad, its torture😭
Hey Taylor, excellent cameo !
Recognise that arse end anywhere 💦
This is the type of video that Matt should bring together some colleagues, like racing driver Sam and Yanni
😮no to Yianni.. the guy is a gobshite.
This video was so chaotic. These cars have withstood the test of time pretty well, all things considered. Great work.
For a second i thought wait so they bought the exact same 3 cars again?
Wasn´t expecting to see Taylor on a Carwow video!
Was awesome!
BMW and Mercedes, years of competition.
I love these kinds of car videos. Great job, Matt -- more please! :)
The LS 430 is, objectively, the best car ever made. To compare it to the absolute worst S Class and the most horrible 7 Series is a disgrace.
My neighbor has a first gen LS, he’s an idiot and I highly doubt he does anything to properly maintain and care for it, but the car’s still running strong. That says something about Lexus quality…
Matt knew exactly where the inflation valve was on that doll!! 😂😂
1:22
"back in the day GB with its stars for Europe. It's a distant memory that is."
I felt that.
They approved this bigtime.
A welcome change to the drag races.. I'm here for it!! Keep up the good work matty!!! 👌🏿
That's an old video just reuplaoded
@@dovydas4036did it ever dawn on you everyone doesn't catch Every Single Video 💣 and this may be new TO THOSE PEOPLE??? 🤯 That's why it pays to mind your OWN Business... 😶😉
you're in a comment section, tough guy@@jhanasah09
@@jhanasah09 it's old so stfu Karen
So is this an old video or they fixed the wrecked car
Why destroy these classics
is this a re-upload?
This was so entertaining, thanks Matty!
CPR was the best
Say NO to re uploads.
Stop this CARWOW.
😂😂 The way that BMW thinks it's -40°, I had an astra that thought it was always 63° 😂😂😂
Opel is a crap car company... all opels I had had serious issues.... did notmake to 200 000km... 😅
my vw thinks its -74 all the time 😂
When Bmw shows -40 it’s just the temp sensor packed up, they’re cheap and easy to change
thats impressive to see these three saloons going off road, articulation sections and uphill climbs in the mud :).
I would go for lexus,even if the body rusts away you have a great motor to slot into something else
The body doesn't rust as much as the Merc or the BMW. I have a LS430 best car I've ever owned, never had any problems with it. Even when I drove 100k a year.
These type of videos are much better than drag races
Can we bring back more of these videos?
you should mention the tyres on brake tests and try and get the same for all vehicles
That really was an AWESOME episode... I say get more used cars and do this more often! 💯💪🏽💯
Old video buddy
@@dovydas4036 I didn't know thank you for telling me but same thing
Am I the only one who liked the old Carwow blue 😢😢😢
This is a reupload
Might have seen them off roading before but still a great video I wish occasionally you produced video on slightly more affordable cars too but love the Chanel
This video is old. I seen this before. Why did this upload today?
In a world where most think either this or that you make the smarter move creating a Tesla-hybrid. This will probably be the hybrid with the longer range ever. I love the fact its not only drives the generator, so you can let the diesel run on its best rpm and live a happyer life...
I hate watching these videos off work with ill health. Can’t afford to get a decent car seeing these cars get destroyed when they can go to good use.
people need more review of used cars. Thanks Mat
Almost an hr long Carwow review n destruction of car, yes please!
Yep. Despite the video is 3 years old.😅
Your videos are amazing and one of it's kind love carwow from Nigeria ❤❤❤❤
Same
why the re-post?
45:12 Давайте устроим минуту молчания в памяти о Мерседесе, который свалился в огромную свалку в небе
Drove my first new M5 from era. Belonged to a friend, I was rather impressed when comparing it to my new special ordered Lexus IS300. While the IS300 had beautiful design elements such as the Rolex like instrument cluster, a great shifter, good handling and felt rather lightweight. My friends M5 felt like a tank, in a good way, very solid feeling doors, impressive interior in it's own right, beautiful exterior, the massive separator was the power and performance. That M5 V10 made the 2JZ 6cyl IS300 feel as slow as a Civic, lol
M5 2005 car also is amazing, @bladejames8208.
Maybe you should have taken a Lexus LFA to compare with the m5?
@@fredrickwanyoike2787the m5 would still be tied even 🤭 the LFA was overhyped
@fredrickwanyoike2787 oh LFA hands down over M5. The LFA did not come out until 2010 and was only available for 2 years. The LFA regardless of straight line speed or track capabilities has the most perfect sounding V10 ever made, possibly the best ICE engine sound ever for a production car. The LFA was also a $375k - $450k priced car compared to a 2010 BMW M5 @ $85k - 95k. The two cars don't compare on any level. A used LFA today goes for around 1 million dollars US.
@@bladejames8208 the m5 came out in 2005 🤡 and would still give LEXUs’ finest a run for its overpriced money
Can you imagine in 20 years time someone smashing up the current version of these cars? Maddnes
Swear I've seen this video before
Keke Tang also seen this Carwow video in 2020 surprisingly.
That's exactly what was running through my mind
finally following auto alex we care about old cars more than new
Re-upload?
Nice to see Tyler popping up
I agree!
This was incredibly entertaining ❤❤❤thank u Matt and team. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Why uploading old video to channel thats strange
Is this a re-upload?
Trying to catch whistlingdiesel vibes here ?
Love this channel by the way 🔥💓
This are the distraction videos that I like
Surprisingly, this is also another one that i liked a lot.
No Carwow, this is old.
Still was a great video.
What's up with the re-upload ?
i thought the same its reuploaded
@@srivatsanparasuraman6172 yep , it is
Nice to see Taylor in a car wow vid
I agree!
why reupload this old video?
Money 😅
Ls430 was fab! Amazing engine....any Honda legend coupes?? Bet you £20 you can't find one!
Mat looked like he was swinging his purse rather than a bat! 😆
that was so unnecessary to the cars and just disrespects them in a way
old video, but it was so great seeing Taylor Hetherington. I'm glad he joined Alex on his channel. He is such an entertainer.
Nice to see taylor
I agree!
Same video twice 😢
I thought that I subscribed to CARWOW but it felt like Whistlin Diesel and Mark McCann
Interesting , carwow is reuploading old videos don't really get the point of it
Isn't this an old video? From 2022?
BMW OP
29:25 I died 😂😂😂
Why is RUclips lying again😂?
Mr Watson always on top in car reviews
I love “pumping one into the Cush” so I pity the next owner of my car😂
re-upload?
So that you don't get bored with Mat's crazy things from this point on is what is interesting 21:23
PLEASE do another video disassembling those blown up engines. I'm interested specially on seeing the level of damage on that BMW
“Yay new carwow video”
*click onto video*
“Oh I’ve seen this”
Even mat Watson videos are taking so long. WE NEED TO SEE YOUR PORSCHE (after it’s ran in )
That rear 3/4 angle of the 7 series looks good
I love carwow, the funny remarks just do it for me 😂
I need a car you don't need to destroy it😢
i love these kinds of videos
A bit of old school top gear (interior gunk testing) with new school carwow (no oil engine torture test) and it's great.
The commitment is crazy
Seen this already mate. Hurt my feelings u got me excited I thought u did it again
The "G's" in America be rollin those cars HARD as is!!😂
Ah yes the return of the offloading content