Man thank you so much. You have no idea how much this means to me! I don’t even know 1% of the info out there, just tryna help where I can. Stay blessed! (P.S. if I had to do it all over again, I’d get a 2010+)
Great video! I love the tinted windows. I've owned a 2007 model for about 4 years now. I've encountered similar issues with the alternator, radiator, and suspension. I have done all the repairs myself. However, here's the best part: the car has reached 307K miles. The engine runs super smoothly, and the transmission shifts great. I really like this car. I'm planning to keep it until it no longer runs or the cost of repairs exceeds the value of the car, which, at this point, isn't much. :) Anyway, great car!
Thank you so much brotha! It means a lot. I like the look of the level of tint now but this GA heat makes it feel like there’s nothing on there 🤣. Man look at you go! I hope to achieve that mileage on this baby one day. Trans is giving out but I feel as though once I change it it’ll hopefully behave brand new. I’m excited to say the least! I love the car
Sweet car. I wanted black on black when I was shopping for mine. Ended up settling for the grey black colour with the tan seats. A few issues you left out are the trunk actuator, hood strut failure, and the sunroof seals wear over the years(at least up here in Canada). Also they tend to burn oil. Great video and thanks for the information about your issues.
Did and ENTIRE front suspension refresh OEM and it was $7k on my F sport. I also did the high pressure fuel pump reseal and she's getting opened up for a valley plate reseal...
Jesus. Yeah I’ve heard the front suspension fixes can be killer price wise. Thankfully I haven’t had to encounter that yet. We just checked the gasket on my high pressure fuel pumps and they look to be good but I do think my valley plate is leaking coolant so we’ll see how that goes. It holds enough for some reason lol
Clean whip my man, I really appreciate cars from 2000-2010 in general. Things were built like tanks back then. I have a 2004 Park Ave Ultra that has every single option. 5200lbs of pure beef stock. 57,000 miles on the dash (the lady i bought it from drove it like 2k miles a year). Though my next car will be brand new or a certified, maybe an Acura type s. No reason to take on an interest bearing loan at this time.
Thank you sir! It seems like this was the last true era for vehicles. At least vehicles that you can be “driven in” for a reasonable price. The park avenues have always caught my eye. You have great taste!
@@MarkM.M. thank you, I've had two of these Buicks one when I was younger too. I once hit a full grown buck coming home from a night shift at 55mph and there wasn't a single dent on my car. Another more recent time I was at a carwash and someone in a newer Merc (they were old) inexplicably floored it in reverse and hit my front bumper. My car was completely fine...the Benz rear bumper was severely dented and broken in 2 spots. Speaks to the quality of vehicles of that Era.
Hi Kevin,just subscribed to your channel and thanks for a very informative video; you mind telling what size of wheels/rims as far as the height has it been modified cuz it looks kinda low? Thanks
Hey man, my name is Mark. I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I’m currently on Megan Racing Street coilovers and the size of the black wheels I currently have on my car are 20x8 and 20x10.5
It’s an older car so I’m sure you’ll have some gasket issues since most are rubber or plastic and can wear. Also possibly suspension as well. But with regular maintenance nothing catastrophic will take place
@@MarkM.M. for sure. I had in on a lift yesterday at a friend's and all the arms look great and everything underneath still looks dry. Taking it to Lexus this week for an oil change and general inspection as well.
what are the symptoms ?? my car makes some weird popping almost cracking noises, sounds like something is snapping only in gear when going forward, turning, or reversing
I did all mine with the TRQ kit and the Arnott shocks. It really isn't that bad, the hardest part is getting the ball joint out of the lower control arm. if you get ne knuckles too, it probably wont take that long.
That oil filter is called a canister style oil filter. On alternators is always best if you have the time to get a reliable shop rebuild them. It can be rebuilt for around $100 using all factory parts Biggest problem with your car is no chandelier. Bring me in for a part 2 because I know some buying guide things you left out
I own a 2011 LS 460. I had a coolant issue that turned out to be the heater exchange unit. It sits under the head gasket and it cost 5k to repair at the dealer.
Thank you for the compliment! You have good taste haha. Now I will say I do love a good big body German car but I don’t know if I’d ever fully trust an older one
Unfortunately I have not had the privilege to drive a 430 but from what I’ve heard, the feel isn’t too different as they both feel “boaty” if that makes sense. But I have heard someone say the LS430 is more of a car to drive and the 460 is more of a car to be driven in. If that makes sense. I would love to do a comparison video tho!
@GoalGettersNation man I miss that. When I give it some gas it’ll up shift a few gears and drop my rpms. Got me getting passed by grandmas on a uphill🤣
I have always had the same issue. I did some digging when I first got the car and apparently that’s a “normal” slip that nobody can get rid of but hasn’t caused any problems for anyone
My 07 with now 98K (88K when I got it) got the Mark Levinson too and out of nowhere the bass was crazy good than normal til it just completely disappeared, I tried using a different amp but same issue. Do you think the speakers are fucked? The front door speakers never worked while I’ve had it either
The coolant on mine is also internally leaking into the engine bay from the radiator and I tried using Gorilla glue to stop it and now the reddish pink coolant that I refill everyday now is dried up yellow all over the engine area, what you think the problem is? A little smoke is now starting to come from the radiator with a burnt smell but no overheating but it didn’t happen today
I think so. At least that’s what I’ve gathered for mine. Or could be loose wiring after all these years… I plan on just redoing all of them at some point when I have the funds. The levinson system is great and I rather have that then massive subs in my trunk to be frank
So the oem radiators have a problem with the fitting that goes from topside of the coolant reservoir to the radiator. They get brittle and break allowing for coolant to leak. I’d try moving that hose and if it snaps it snaps. Just have a backup on standby. I’d be ready to replace it in all honesty because sadly you can’t just buy a new fitting
@@MarkM.M. That’ll be cool but I heard the Mark Levinson is a major pain in the ass to swap to something else so you might need to do some research on that
@@MarkM.M. It also might have caused a new issue since the coolant also went to the power steering module (passenger side nearby high beam dust cover) and now everytime I try to make a hard turn at higher speeds or even a uturn the power steering locks up for a few secs while going back straight by itself with the abs/vsc light on. Do you think the module is the issue or something worse? I brought it to the mechanic and he couldn’t figure the issue since there isn’t any relevant codes
About to pick up my 2011 in grandma-gold in a few weeks once I retire from the Navy! $10k 144k RWD base non-air suspension serviced at the original dealership from original purchase EVERY 5k MILES up until 2020. Pretty sure it's a great deal? -EDIT: You can do a head gasket with a friend. It's just bolts. Now, doing a head gasket on a boxer engine?? Still can technically, but you gotta pull the motor out. I'd pay to have a boxer engines head gasket R/R'd, but an inline or V, it's just bolts. Have a little more faith in yourself!
Sheeesshhh that sounds like a steal! I hope it’s all true and works out for you. Remember to use Lexus owners to check the vin and verify the previous owners statements and check paper records if they have em!
Thank you so much my brotha. I know what I know and I admit I don’t know it all. Just tryna take it one step at a time! I’ll get there one day if it ever happens. I’ll remember this comment!
I’m torn between 20 and 21. The forums are recommending 21 for the looks and I’m thinking 20 staggered with meaty tires for comfort even tho she’s not my daily driver. Your set up looked good so I wanna know the specs. I don’t see too many with 20s
@kedah2398 21 fills the gap more. 20 is the original size for the luxury wheels so ride quality shouldn’t be too different. The ride quality mainly depends on the tire
Oh heck yeah. I’m just wondering about longevity at this point. I’ve also heard the 2013+ control arms from Lexus will fit and are better. But Lexus always finds a way to tax
Most of those non-OEM front suspension parts use bushings that wear out even faster... Either get OEM or some other proven brand, like Moog, or you'll be doing the whole thing all over again soon.
Actually rpm drops are normal with no accessories on was trippin about and I was asking other 460 owners and they say it’s normal it’s because these cars are designed to always have something on like ac
I mean that kinda makes sense. But it wasn’t doing it before I replaced the alternator. Eventually if this one ever gives out I’ll replace it with an oem one and see if it fixes the issue
@koolkid4992 honestly it rides terrible because I have it set to the stiffest it will go since I’m lowered. However, I hear from others that if you’re using the Megan Racing Street editions (the ones I have on) like you’re supposed to, it feels similar to OEM coils / air. But if you’re used to stiff coilovers this is pretty plush even on the most stiff setting. I hope that makes sense
@@MarkM.M. I used to daily a vette so I’m used to having a firm ride so I don’t mind but I’m looking at picking up the god speed coils idk if you would have any knowledge on them if they are good or bad
@koolkid4992 see I’ve had some friends run Godspeed and they’ve been a great, cheap option. But I’ve also seen them break. My opinion is if you wanna go for a quality ride but also be low I’d go with a more reputable brand like BC racing or fortune auto. But that’s just me, I can see why people wouldn’t wanna spend a bunch of money on coilovers, just depends on what your goal is tbh. I got mine slightly used for $300 so
It’s not your fault. Don’t blame yourself. SHAME ON LEXUS FOR DROPPING THE BALL. FK AKIO TOYODA. 🤬🤬. HE NEEDS TO BE FIRED!!!!!!! I’ve seen ls430’s with over 300,000 miles still on the original alternator.
@@MarkM.M. trying to learn? You ruined that car by slapping your stupid stickers on it, ripping the exhaust off of it, popping out all the plastic push pins and losing them, driving it like a jackass til the head gasket blows
@@MarkM.M.hey brotha just so you know if you turn on your ventilated or heated seats when idling in drive the RPM increases from 500 back to the normal 750. This has been discussed for years on the club Lexus forum and it seems Lexus has no fix as they are unable to modify the idle RPM, well they can but won’t. As far as the transmission goes, have you got a transmission drain and fill at the dealership? My last 2008 was slipping pretty bad and 2 drain and fills in 3 months fixed it, like nothing was ever wrong.
As far as control arm replacements go, get the 2013-2017 parts. They fit the exact same but have a revised bushing compared to the originals that frequently fail.
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Love your car man. I have a 2011. I’ve learned a lot from your videos. Thanks man.
Man thank you so much. You have no idea how much this means to me! I don’t even know 1% of the info out there, just tryna help where I can. Stay blessed! (P.S. if I had to do it all over again, I’d get a 2010+)
Great video! I love the tinted windows. I've owned a 2007 model for about 4 years now. I've encountered similar issues with the alternator, radiator, and suspension. I have done all the repairs myself. However, here's the best part: the car has reached 307K miles. The engine runs super smoothly, and the transmission shifts great. I really like this car. I'm planning to keep it until it no longer runs or the cost of repairs exceeds the value of the car, which, at this point, isn't much. :) Anyway, great car!
Thank you so much brotha! It means a lot. I like the look of the level of tint now but this GA heat makes it feel like there’s nothing on there 🤣. Man look at you go! I hope to achieve that mileage on this baby one day. Trans is giving out but I feel as though once I change it it’ll hopefully behave brand new. I’m excited to say the least! I love the car
Sweet car. I wanted black on black when I was shopping for mine. Ended up settling for the grey black colour with the tan seats. A few issues you left out are the trunk actuator, hood strut failure, and the sunroof seals wear over the years(at least up here in Canada). Also they tend to burn oil. Great video and thanks for the information about your issues.
Im glad you enjoyed it!!
I just grabbed 2007 ls460 base with 69k on it. found this video very helpful I had majority of the same issues
Thank You so much! I really appreciate the feedback and I am glad I could help! I hope you enjoy your 460 just as I do mine
Did and ENTIRE front suspension refresh OEM and it was $7k on my F sport. I also did the high pressure fuel pump reseal and she's getting opened up for a valley plate reseal...
Jesus. Yeah I’ve heard the front suspension fixes can be killer price wise. Thankfully I haven’t had to encounter that yet. We just checked the gasket on my high pressure fuel pumps and they look to be good but I do think my valley plate is leaking coolant so we’ll see how that goes. It holds enough for some reason lol
Great vid
I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Clean whip my man, I really appreciate cars from 2000-2010 in general. Things were built like tanks back then.
I have a 2004 Park Ave Ultra that has every single option. 5200lbs of pure beef stock. 57,000 miles on the dash (the lady i bought it from drove it like 2k miles a year). Though my next car will be brand new or a certified, maybe an Acura type s. No reason to take on an interest bearing loan at this time.
Thank you sir! It seems like this was the last true era for vehicles. At least vehicles that you can be “driven in” for a reasonable price. The park avenues have always caught my eye. You have great taste!
@@MarkM.M. thank you, I've had two of these Buicks one when I was younger too. I once hit a full grown buck coming home from a night shift at 55mph and there wasn't a single dent on my car.
Another more recent time I was at a carwash and someone in a newer Merc (they were old) inexplicably floored it in reverse and hit my front bumper. My car was completely fine...the Benz rear bumper was severely dented and broken in 2 spots. Speaks to the quality of vehicles of that Era.
@gotseoul123 yeah they really don’t make cars like they used to that’s for sure
This got me thinkin abt how much worse my 2013 dart is w problems 😂
Don’t make me feel too good now 😭
Hi Kevin,just subscribed to your channel and thanks for a very informative video; you mind telling what size of wheels/rims as far as the height has it been modified cuz it looks kinda low? Thanks
The ride height I meant
Hey man, my name is Mark. I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I’m currently on Megan Racing Street coilovers and the size of the black wheels I currently have on my car are 20x8 and 20x10.5
Just got a 2007 on cars and bids. Great maintenance records and seems quite sorted already. Just put new tires on this morning
I hope you enjoy it! Congrats on the purchase!
@@MarkM.M. hopefully no major issues pop up if I keep up the regular maintenance
It’s an older car so I’m sure you’ll have some gasket issues since most are rubber or plastic and can wear. Also possibly suspension as well. But with regular maintenance nothing catastrophic will take place
@@MarkM.M. for sure. I had in on a lift yesterday at a friend's and all the arms look great and everything underneath still looks dry. Taking it to Lexus this week for an oil change and general inspection as well.
@chrishamby86 sounds great! I hope it comes back clean and ready to go!
I desperately need to do my suspension bushings too. 😭😭😭
A full suspension refresh is in my future 😭
what are the symptoms ??
my car makes some weird popping almost cracking noises, sounds like something is snapping only in gear when going forward, turning, or reversing
@taliyahchavon1691 if you hear popping when turning it’s more than likely bushings
Yeah same deal with 08 116k
I did all mine with the TRQ kit and the Arnott shocks. It really isn't that bad, the hardest part is getting the ball joint out of the lower control arm. if you get ne knuckles too, it probably wont take that long.
That oil filter is called a canister style oil filter.
On alternators is always best if you have the time to get a reliable shop rebuild them. It can be rebuilt for around $100 using all factory parts
Biggest problem with your car is no chandelier.
Bring me in for a part 2 because I know some buying guide things you left out
A Dustin feature? 👀
where did you get the dash cover from?
So I didn’t personally buy it, the previous owner did but it looks like it’s from Dash Topper
Probably leaking coolant from the valley plate, look on the transmission bell housing. From underneath.
Next time it’s in the air I’ll check it out. Coolant seems to be staying constant now it’s just at a lower level than I remember it
I own a 2011 LS 460. I had a coolant issue that turned out to be the heater exchange unit. It sits under the head gasket and it cost 5k to repair at the dealer.
@rodneylawrence6189 Jesus Christ
Ur car is awesome enjoy it ! How many Mercedes s class 2007 and bmw 750 2007 do u see on a road. Lexus is and will always be the best ..😊
Thank you for the compliment! You have good taste haha. Now I will say I do love a good big body German car but I don’t know if I’d ever fully trust an older one
If you have driven a LS430 what are your thoughts on the difference between it and your LS?
Unfortunately I have not had the privilege to drive a 430 but from what I’ve heard, the feel isn’t too different as they both feel “boaty” if that makes sense. But I have heard someone say the LS430 is more of a car to drive and the 460 is more of a car to be driven in. If that makes sense. I would love to do a comparison video tho!
I’ve had the 430 and just bought an 07 460. It reminds me soo much of the ride of the 430. The 460 is just a little bit smoother.
I've changed my oil filter housing twice already 😬😬😬😬, I also just dropped another transmission in my car just got it back yesterday!
Aw shit! How does she drive now?
@@MarkM.M.smooth as butta bro!!!! I’m so used to it slipping I forgot how it’s supposed to drive lol
Man I can’t wait. Hoping she lasts long enough for me to get some mods in 🤣 but I’m definitely excited for this thing to drive like new
@@MarkM.M. yeah bro you’ll notice the power come back as well. I can literally press the pedal now and it’s just goes!
@GoalGettersNation man I miss that. When I give it some gas it’ll up shift a few gears and drop my rpms. Got me getting passed by grandmas on a uphill🤣
I just got a 2010 ls460 l. I fix the outside and painted hot rod black.
🔥🔥🔥
I've got an 08, and when my temps are low, the trans slips a little tiny bit every once in a while from 3 to 4.
I have always had the same issue. I did some digging when I first got the car and apparently that’s a “normal” slip that nobody can get rid of but hasn’t caused any problems for anyone
My 07 with now 98K (88K when I got it) got the Mark Levinson too and out of nowhere the bass was crazy good than normal til it just completely disappeared, I tried using a different amp but same issue. Do you think the speakers are fucked? The front door speakers never worked while I’ve had it either
The coolant on mine is also internally leaking into the engine bay from the radiator and I tried using Gorilla glue to stop it and now the reddish pink coolant that I refill everyday now is dried up yellow all over the engine area, what you think the problem is? A little smoke is now starting to come from the radiator with a burnt smell but no overheating but it didn’t happen today
I think so. At least that’s what I’ve gathered for mine. Or could be loose wiring after all these years… I plan on just redoing all of them at some point when I have the funds. The levinson system is great and I rather have that then massive subs in my trunk to be frank
So the oem radiators have a problem with the fitting that goes from topside of the coolant reservoir to the radiator. They get brittle and break allowing for coolant to leak. I’d try moving that hose and if it snaps it snaps. Just have a backup on standby. I’d be ready to replace it in all honesty because sadly you can’t just buy a new fitting
@@MarkM.M. That’ll be cool but I heard the Mark Levinson is a major pain in the ass to swap to something else so you might need to do some research on that
@@MarkM.M. It also might have caused a new issue since the coolant also went to the power steering module (passenger side nearby high beam dust cover) and now everytime I try to make a hard turn at higher speeds or even a uturn the power steering locks up for a few secs while going back straight by itself with the abs/vsc light on. Do you think the module is the issue or something worse? I brought it to the mechanic and he couldn’t figure the issue since there isn’t any relevant codes
Did you have the valley plate coolant leak?
I think that’s what it is but unsure
What kind of exhaust do u have?
Muffler and resonator delete
About to pick up my 2011 in grandma-gold in a few weeks once I retire from the Navy! $10k 144k RWD base non-air suspension serviced at the original dealership from original purchase EVERY 5k MILES up until 2020. Pretty sure it's a great deal?
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You can do a head gasket with a friend. It's just bolts. Now, doing a head gasket on a boxer engine?? Still can technically, but you gotta pull the motor out. I'd pay to have a boxer engines head gasket R/R'd, but an inline or V, it's just bolts. Have a little more faith in yourself!
Sheeesshhh that sounds like a steal! I hope it’s all true and works out for you. Remember to use Lexus owners to check the vin and verify the previous owners statements and check paper records if they have em!
Thank you so much my brotha. I know what I know and I admit I don’t know it all. Just tryna take it one step at a time! I’ll get there one day if it ever happens. I’ll remember this comment!
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"if it is what it is, it is what it is" this is what man childs say that live at home with mommy still
I appreciate you watching the video that long brotha! I’m glad you enjoy the content!
If you cant afford to maintain it, why buy it?
Who can’t?🤣🤣
why 20 and not 21? what's your wheel and tire specs?
The 20s became available off another owner. Got em for the low and took it
I’m torn between 20 and 21. The forums are recommending 21 for the looks and I’m thinking 20 staggered with meaty tires for comfort even tho she’s not my daily driver. Your set up looked good so I wanna know the specs. I don’t see too many with 20s
@kedah2398 21 fills the gap more. 20 is the original size for the luxury wheels so ride quality shouldn’t be too different. The ride quality mainly depends on the tire
I just changed my control arms ebay has aftermarket control arms for a price far cheaper than buying them at lexus
Oh heck yeah. I’m just wondering about longevity at this point. I’ve also heard the 2013+ control arms from Lexus will fit and are better. But Lexus always finds a way to tax
I had 2 of the lower control arms changed at Lexus they charged me 1500.00 to do the job there 8 control arms do the math Lexus is a thief 🤬
@allankearse5028 yeah Lexus will tax you every chance they get. These damn luxury cars
Most of those non-OEM front suspension parts use bushings that wear out even faster... Either get OEM or some other proven brand, like Moog, or you'll be doing the whole thing all over again soon.
Actually rpm drops are normal with no accessories on was trippin about and I was asking other 460 owners and they say it’s normal it’s because these cars are designed to always have something on like ac
I mean that kinda makes sense. But it wasn’t doing it before I replaced the alternator. Eventually if this one ever gives out I’ll replace it with an oem one and see if it fixes the issue
@@MarkM.M. also have to ask how’s the ride quality with the Coilovers ?
@koolkid4992 honestly it rides terrible because I have it set to the stiffest it will go since I’m lowered. However, I hear from others that if you’re using the Megan Racing Street editions (the ones I have on) like you’re supposed to, it feels similar to OEM coils / air. But if you’re used to stiff coilovers this is pretty plush even on the most stiff setting. I hope that makes sense
@@MarkM.M. I used to daily a vette so I’m used to having a firm ride so I don’t mind but I’m looking at picking up the god speed coils idk if you would have any knowledge on them if they are good or bad
@koolkid4992 see I’ve had some friends run Godspeed and they’ve been a great, cheap option. But I’ve also seen them break. My opinion is if you wanna go for a quality ride but also be low I’d go with a more reputable brand like BC racing or fortune auto. But that’s just me, I can see why people wouldn’t wanna spend a bunch of money on coilovers, just depends on what your goal is tbh. I got mine slightly used for $300 so
promo sm
It’s not your fault. Don’t blame yourself. SHAME ON LEXUS FOR DROPPING THE BALL. FK AKIO TOYODA. 🤬🤬. HE NEEDS TO BE FIRED!!!!!!! I’ve seen ls430’s with over 300,000 miles still on the original alternator.
Damn tell me how you really feel😭😭
Why in God's name would you do that to an ls460
I’m wondering the same thing
man child thinks his alternator is the reason why his rpm's drop...
Boomer thinks that he’s winning in life by talking down on people who try to learn instead of spreading knowledge.🤣🤡🫵
@@MarkM.M. trying to learn? You ruined that car by slapping your stupid stickers on it, ripping the exhaust off of it, popping out all the plastic push pins and losing them, driving it like a jackass til the head gasket blows
you joined 17 years ago you got one foot in the grave, sit down pawpaw before you fall down
@@MarkM.M.hey brotha just so you know if you turn on your ventilated or heated seats when idling in drive the RPM increases from 500 back to the normal 750. This has been discussed for years on the club Lexus forum and it seems Lexus has no fix as they are unable to modify the idle RPM, well they can but won’t. As far as the transmission goes, have you got a transmission drain and fill at the dealership? My last 2008 was slipping pretty bad and 2 drain and fills in 3 months fixed it, like nothing was ever wrong.
As far as control arm replacements go, get the 2013-2017 parts. They fit the exact same but have a revised bushing compared to the originals that frequently fail.
the problem with the car is that its owned by a man child who thinks hes still in high school
Man what?😭🤣