Why The 2011 Lexus LS600hL is The BEST Car You Can Buy for £12,000
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- Опубликовано: 22 апр 2021
- In today's video I am looking at an often overlooked car - the Lexus LS. Previously I drove the old LS430, and declared it a wonderfully offbeat thing. Now I'm driving its successor and finding out if it can compete with the likes of the Mercedes S Class, or BMW 7 series.
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The lever for the bonnet felt new because its a lexus, it only gets used once a year.
slightly more in Ireland as it needs washer fluid for the windscreen and lights during the winter :)
@@oldwarrenpointforum love it 😂
If you think you only need to open the hood once a year you're not an educated person...
you are the first person to admit the truth, ive been dealing in cars for 25 years, and rarely is anyone interested in performance, handling, or really know how it is suppose to drive...99.9% of the population worry about comfort, luxury, maintenance, fuel economy.....It could drive like crap, as long as it looks good.....Reviewers and Journos have it wrong
Friend of mine likes a fast car, but says as soon as he sees "developed on the Nurburgring", he runs away.
When you drive a lot for a living, both on the motorway and in queues in town, comfort and reliability matter a lot. And an auto transmission.
In the early days, while being compared with RR, Toyota would buy used Lexuses, to keep prices up. It was a challenge to enter an established luxury car market, with Mercedes, BMW and Jaguar.
As a double LS400 owner I'm completely hooked on this brand. My current 2000 car which I bought in 2019 with 86k mileage cost £1860. I gave away my 1999 260k car having added 140k during my ownership. Tyres, pads and a service my only real expenses.
The Lexus Owners Club LS section recently reported a blown rear number plate bulb.
We are awaiting the recall 😊
I love Lexus cars. Lexus really show the Germans how to build a luxury car that will give you years of faithful service. Lexus engineering is the best. Thank you for a great review.
Who wants something that will last forever. Chrysler and Ford introduced this to the world and the Germans etc adopted it as a way to operate
@@johnbates606 yeah because after the great depression the US gov recommended to businesses that they build products to only last a specific time before needing replacement (think limited warranty) whereas before they were built to last. That was done to keep people buying in order to keep the economy strong. But it's probably gone too far now in the modern day
@@TheFlyingClutchman Also Ford applied its "planned obsolescence policy" after inspecting scrap vehicle components that outlasted other parts.
The Germans built reliable cars before Lexus was even a thing. The Germans just decided to go all in and started over engineering and became less reliable over time.
@@t-bone9239 lol the German cars were never reliable other than their engines. If you actually look at any million mile merc you'll see that literally everything in the engine bay is new except for the engine block. And no matter what you say, lexus has had the number 1 reliability for years. Looks up the stats if you don't believe me
I'm from the US. I have owned 4 LS models. A 1996 LS400, a 2001 LS430, a 2007 LS460L and my current is a 2014 LS460. Truly the most dependable and well built cars in the world. My 2001 LS430, I drove for 12 years and put 244K on it, SOLD IT, 5 years later, I talked to the person who I sold it to, He's still driving it, well over 400K...
Just amazing well built and the attention to detail is awesome..
how was the ls460L when you had it? I had a ls430 and loved it, idk why i even sold it. but i want a ls460 now.
@@donnyrodney3504 It was great.... Loved it..
@@donnyrodney3504 I own a LS460L now. Great Car!!! (Best Car Ever!!) 👍🏾
I've owned a BMW 650 (worst car ever) 🤦🏾♂️
@@HenF3 It’s boring and plastic fantastic, but it’s great if you can’t afford new Germans and are shopping used.
‘The depth of engineering in these cars is much more comprehensive than what the Germans have to offer’.., unusual to hear from a European review. Excellent stuff!
Toyota/Lexus are the epitome of conservative manufacturers. Slow to move into the EV market? That's because they wont sell a sub par product that halves it's range in 5 years.
They engineer to last, not to bling. EU firms are for leasing amd they build accordingly. Such a pity. (Also European, btw)
The germans do it sometimes, like with the phaeton.
mercedes innovates all the time
Totally agree . Generally the European journalists don't give the Asian cars fair reviews.
The Japanese and Korean cars are the only cars you can buy in confidence without a warranty . They are built to last not just to look good .
The build quality is unbelievable!
Yes mate, buuut ...if something needs to replaced then you will get pipped off on spare parts prices as at all Japanese or Korean cars ..
how much did u get it for?
@@jurgenvau552 if you are worried about lexus replacement parts, buy a Ford. It's shitty, but cheap. As far as actual QUALITY cars go, lexus is inexpensive
@@Onlyme2015 are to that that unlike other cars you rarely have to replace them. Just checked consumer reports and the Lexus LS has a near perfect reliability score. Even the 2013 which is almost 10 years old. U just can’t beat a Lexus. Many used ones are more reliable than other brand’s new ones.
Look at how tight the tolerances are on the interior switch-gear in the close-up shots in this video. Amazing. That alone tells you how well-built these cars are. The smallest gaps between interior controls, panels, and trim never ceases to amaze me. And none of it creaks or rattles. I don't understand why other auto manufacturers can't seem to get this stuff down.
Maximising profits, that's why.
@@rob5944 not a lexus.
@@brent1835 sorry?
Because they know some people will buy any rubbish just as long as long as it has the right badge on it.
Simple the cost of doing things right and how much profit they can get out of doing things good.
I took my dad's 1998 LS400 out for a quick spin today. It started the first time, it was quiet, comfortable, and understated and frankly, compared to my 2 series coupé (which I would consider quiet and comfy) in an entirely different league! I'm very tempted buy an LS next, no doubt whatsoever.
EDIT: Bought an LS460 on 14/02/2023 - I'm a man in love
how old is ur dad?
I just bought a LS430! The 2001 model which I found out has the same trans as the 400!
Congratulations 👏👏🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Lucky man. How is it? And did you have to pay high insurance for it?
@@blackice7408 the LS460 is a turd. one of the worst lexus and by far the worst LS (talking about the 2007-2009). Worst purchase i made
2.5 tons and over 30 to the gallon, around 10 grand to buy, all that luxury and build quality.....sign me up!
I’ve wanted an older LS for years. A couple people I know owned first and second generation LS and loved them. They really are the ultimate expression of a saloon car, and typically you don’t have to be afraid to own them (as you do a European car) because they’re so reliable.
how much did u get it for?
@@Onlyme2015 I think you're asking the wrong person.
Don't get the first one it's a three speed with overdrive. Lol
I'm on my first Lexus (LC500h) and it's been a revelation. Far better engineered than any other car I've had, and I've had quite a few. When old age becomes a reality for me, it will be one of the big barge Lexus I will purchase. I'm done with BMW, Jaguar et al.
Seriously though our company retired our Silver service hire cars airport pickups or five star tours of the local areas. I took a retired LS 430 as my daily driver with over 700,000 kms and after a radiator replacement (original) faultless school drop off to a four out hour trip to the beach .. so worry free buy one Jay Emm you won’t regret it.
Having owned a Lexus (IS300H F Sport) and put 100k miles on it in 3 years, I can vouch for their ultimate reliability, their dealers are second to none, nothing fell off, nothing felt cheap, never needed its brakes doing in that time, had one tyre change at 55k miles. It survived being rear ended on the M6 and even after that it never rattled. I would have another Lexus in a heartbeat.... Much better ownership experience than anything I got from Merc or BMW (never owned an Audi). The LS is the ultimate luxo barge.
The only thing you don’t get is brand recognition. Which honestly with my black A5 - just equates to poor people throwing things at and spitting on my car. When I have to park in the ghetto neighborhoods
@@roddydykes7053 I quite agree and often felt a sense of the Lexus brand flying under the radar that can often prove to be positive judging by your experience.
I also own an IS300h. It's not sporty or fast but its just bloody realiable and extremely comfort ride. Also, in traffic people seem to think I'm a gentleman driving a Lexus, best traffic behaviour I've seen driving Lexus.
@@roddydykes7053what motivated you to make that up? 😂
@@SenszR weirdos everywhere bro
i bought a 13 plate 600h two years ago . its the best car ive ever owned . total luxury , 447 bhp , i get 36mpg on motorway and 22 around town . the auto box i love , you can not feel it change gear , every aspect of the car is top marks in my book ,,, this is my third four door lexus and apart from tyres , servicing and brakes no issues at all .............. top marks Lexus
LP of ok no see
Thank you JayEmm. I bought an LS 460 (short wheelbase) in stellar shape for $17,000 in 2017. I have added 50k miles and now it has 125k. Two repairs (coolant leak and fuel pump replacement). Best highway cruiser ever, perfect compliment to my stickshift 135 convertible. The Mark Levinson is a stellar stereo and the AC is fantastic here in Texas at 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
We had a 2001 LS430 for a couple of years. He’s right. The build quality is such that it makes you feel great just being IN it, stationary. Did the whole of France, Channel to the Med in a day, no bother and got out feeling refreshed. Totally superb. Seriously considering now buying one of these.
I saw Lexus,
I clicked.
Just brought an RCF and there's only 200 in UK. Such an amazing machine.
I'll always have a Lexus
RC F is a very cool and underrated car
@@JayEmmOnCars its very quick and gets lots of looks everywhere I go
Nice dont think I've seen one on UK roads yet
@@MLGBrownCat me neither up until I saw this one parked up ready for me to collect.
Its very Jekyll and Hyde.
Its a nice cruiser but step on it and when the revs climb it sounds like a monster.
Congrats! One of the best V8's ever.
The matt wood finish is glorious. Lovely luxury gt car
I have a 2008 LS460, same body style and interior, and the thing is an absolute beast. Rides like a cloud at 120 mph, buttery smooth and silent. Powerful and quick and smooth.
I own a 2006 Lexus LS430 and same for me bro and I’m never getting rid of mines 😎
@@theodoreyoung8777 aren’t they amazing??? I just picked up a 2002 GS430 with the same 4.3 V8! It’s a joy to drive such smooth power. Only paid $1000 for the GS! It needs some working on but damn it drives nice! Not as nice as my LS460 haha. My daily is a 2006 ES330 with 254,000 miles. Drives like an absolute dream, it’s flawless and smooth too.
@@805NAVE Yupp bro Lexus quality is amazing and the smoothness is as well I was amazed with my first Japanese car a 2004 Toyota Avalon that car was so smooth and quiet so when I got the King of smooth the Lexus LS430 it was on a whole other level like night and day been a fan every since was going to get a Mercedes S class my favorite German car maker but choose Lexus but ima still get one I love the 2014/2015 S550 Mercedes but it’ll just be for the weekends sometimes my Lexus LS430 will always be my daily 😎🤝
Lexus is such a fascinating car maker so I love to see you review them. Can't argue with the value at all.
If you want a luxury relaxing car you can never go wrong with any ls even a 99
The Lexus LS600h is a stunning vehicle. It’s one of the best engineered sedan ever made.
It completely flies under the radar no one would know that you’re driving one of the most advanced vehicles ever made… only true Lexus and car enthusiast will see this and notice those small details. thank you for bringing attention to this vehicle.
Nah, the 460 is actually a better car. The 600 is plauged with many issues. However, when in top shape, it's an incredible car.
@@jamesstephenson2346 Many issues, Muahaha 🤣🤣
@@jamesstephenson2346 what are you smoking?!?? The 600hL is literally bulletproof.
@@jamesstephenson2346 Explain exactly which issues you're referencing.
@@jamesstephenson2346 I own a 2013 LS600HL, zero problems after 140.000 miles. The hybrid is more reliabe then the 460.
I've had a 2011 LS 460 AWD for just over three years now. I've put 16,000 miles on it, and it drives like a dream. I get out of the car after a 400-mile trip (on one tank of gas) and still feel fresh. It handles better than the Cadillac CTS (RWD) that I had before it. It's just effortless to drive, and for $26k (in 2017) I think it was a bargain. The Lexus dealership sends me email every couple of months, saying that for "just $68,000" I could be driving a brand new LS 500! No thanks. I could easily drive the 460 for another ten years.
I have an 07 LS460 and I looooove it! Best car I’ve ever driven
Delighted to see your review on the LS, The first sensible car I've bought in years, keep the Vids coming mate, very enjoyable
Queen q
@FBI was just wondering what the real world MPG figures would be on one of these.
@Damo Suzuki I have an LS460, drive mixed town and motorway (although more town than motorway) and I get around 20mpg on a tank.
@Damo Suzuki Good question, and one I don't have an answer for. My gut feeling is that it won't help massively. The LS600 was not a hybrid to save fuel, it was a hybrid because Lexus wanted to provide an competitor to the V12s BMW and Mercedes were offering.
At the end of the day it is still a 5l V8 that weights well over two tonnes, hybrid or not, it is going to like a drink!
Jay: Dude. A reliable CVT is a joy: It provides extremely tall highway gearing for silence and efficiency and massive acceleration on demand whenever you need it. This car is supposed to be fast and comfortable silent, it's huge and it's fuel-efficient. If you want to row through the gears get a 911 too!
These cars represent why I love the idea of low mileage used cars over brand new cars. Especially if you can turn a wrench yourself.
Ls 430 proud owner! Best car I’ve ever owned, not giving it up for any other car
such a lovely Car the LS430 i have 2006 with Ultra luxury package :)
I have a black LS430 2004 and just had it painted. I love this car and see myself having a hard time parting with it
i want 1
@@burningknuckle26 they are cheap now and they are great cars
Serial LS owner here. I've had them for most of the past 20 years, alongside some other cars and bikes. I'm going to go out on a limb here, and suggest that many other commenters will say how reliable they are (very). My current one has had 70,000 miles, and so far, has only required the replacement of consumables. Nothing, not one single thing, has broken. It's built out of solid something or other, whatever that might be, and everything feels like it is bank vault quality. I've done numerous trips from London down to Benahavis in the south of Spain, I regularly go 550 miles from the 84 liter tank, and I just appreciate its ability to deliver time after time after time. Highly reliable, comfortable, quiet, and just gets on with it. As long as you don't expect it to be something it isn't (it's clearly not a sports car, for example), then you will fall in love with it.
Lexus GSF, NX and LS400 owner here. I simply cannot get away from them, have the LS to waft about in, NX for the dog and the GSF for my lead foot. Superb machines that the more I drive, the more I want more and know the reliability will be second to none! Great video :)
I adore beige interior in vehicles.
how much did u get it for?
…I don’t have one…
I was just researching/rekindling my interest in these vehicles over last couple of days. And now you also do a bice review on one. Great timing. Keep the great content coming, cheers!
I'm glad i'm not the only one who loves lexus, great video
Very popular in the US and Australia where distances are large, often see them with large mileage and running strong. I seem to recall that the average British motorist drives less than 7k miles per year. It's rust we fear, not engineered longevity! 🙂
Not so in Australia mate.. Big utes and SUV’S. Meanwhile the Germans well dominate our affluent suburbs.
@@IceMan-il7dx Yeah man I've been scoping an LS XF30 hybrid and there's very few to buy, and prices are high because of that. The equivalent of 12K GPB for a decent example of these things in AU is a pipe dream. I guess that's what you deal with in a much smaller remote market.
The eCVT is not a lot of fun for enthusiastic driving yeah (speaking of my experience with the GS450h), however if you're just cruising and trying to relax there is really nothing that's smoother than it.
What a candid, articulate and practical view of the best out there👍
Thanks J, good to get a barge on your channel again.
I have the silver version of the LS600hl, One word, fabulous.
James, thanks for keeping us entertained in lockdown, never tiring and regularly uploading new material.
Personally I find the sub £30k achievable cars the most interesting, the Clios , the double six, the XJS etc. Have you done various Golf GTIs yet?
Just bought an LS 460, SWB but otherwise fully loaded with cooled, electric memory seats in the back. It has to be mentioned that it is super simple in the "Touchscreen cars" (pre 2012) to add AndroidAuto/CarPlay which makes those cars even greater bargains. The sound system is MENTAL! 19 Speakers, Dolby Digital an DTS for your DVDs and you dont have to fiddle with any settings, it just sounds great. Fun Fact: All euro-spec LS460/600 have the Airride, you can't get one without it. Also the 460 AWD cars have the least power at 367PS, the RWD ones have 381 and the 600 has 394 + 224 from the Hybrid but the never work both at full power at the same time. The early LS F4, especialy the 460s have problems with the brake actuator (3000€ fix) and as you said the bushings (2000€ fix). Other than those there a no common fail points. For the money, there is no better car you could buy.
I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Good feedback. I just bought one a few on the ago and I love my 2010 LS 460! Thanks mate! Cheers!
Amazing Review. Loved your attention to detail.
Jay. I love the big barges too. Would love to see a VW Phaeton review on the channel. Always weirdly fancied one of those as they’re a bit different (ideally the later face lifted version). Would just worry about astronomical running costs
I've read that you're basically better of with the equiv. A8 bc the Phaeton was a faux-lux product the interior wasn't all the lovely to look at nor touch :)
The phaeton (and vw products in general are trash.
Hi the best review that I've ever heard on LS 600 H . Honestly they never breakdown. All you need is a normal regular service.
In fact I've bought my second unit reasonly. The 1st is the 2011 and the 2nd 2013 newer model . Both are 600 HL
New to the channel but absolutely love it Jay. I also love me a luxo-barge. Like driving around in a suite at the Dorchester. Pure class & luxury.
To me a luxury car isn't a car filled with technology it's a car that is comfortable to drive and is well made with lots of high quality materials. Wood, leather and thick carpets that sort of thing.
There U got It, a XJ X308 , sitting as low as a Sportscar, with Full luxury !
Not a Copy Paste STyle Toyota, with a different name, making his his fame with being cheaper than the rest in reliability...
@skele joop. There is nothing as luxurious, as getting a lift home from the RAC, while your Jag is on the back of a recovery vehicle.
You want a Toyota Century.
A car that I’ve never thought about great review jay
Thanks for the video. We’ve got one coming in as a part exchange and had never come cross it so this has helped!!
About time you had that Barnet cut matey 👍
Great video as usual Jay, need some more b7 RS4 action though?
i was browsing for the couple dozen lexus' imported to india in the 90s and then you upload this, i feel obliged to watch it now:D
Got to love a luxobarge and with a Lexus variety you can have your cake and eat it - because it'll all work and be reliable too!
I love this generation of Lexus LS. I had two of the LS460s, once in 2007 and again later in 2013. The main downside was the small boot which wouldn't hold four people's luggage.
Yes, I know what you mean about the small boot. A few years ago I went on holidays with my wife and her mother. At the destination, we called a taxi, and guess what, the taxi was exactly one of these Lexus. When the driver got out of the car, he looked at our luggage and looked at me really pissed off. I was wondering why the hell he was looking so pissed off. Then when he opened the boot, it was my time to understand his attitude and where the hell would we put all the luggage. One small suitcase had to go on the front passenger seat and he charged me extra for the luggage to be in the passenger seat.
@@ruinunes8251 seems quite rude
I was fortunate enough to find a 2011 LEXUS LS 460 with only 53,000 miles for $18K. It was a trade in at a Ford dealer in 2020. They even gave me $4K trade in for my MB SUV with 183,000miles, so the Lexus cost was $14K. It was beyond a doubt the best money I ever spent for the finest automobile I’ve ever owned and driven. I’ve owned & driven all American brands, MG, MB, BMW, Audi, and Toyota. Some very good, some adequate and a few were trash. But the LEXUS is the smoothest, quietest most powerful and comfortable automobile I’ve ever had the pleasure of owning. With Toyota’s legendary dependability and durability, I expect to enjoy it for many years.
What year and model was your mb and how reliable was it? Thx.
I want one of these eventually, in my 20's I wanted an IS350, instead had a BMW, now I have a GS350. When I get to my 40's or 50's I think the LS600HL is the one.
Fantastic review! Never seen your channel before tonight, and you earned this new subscriber.
A lovely executive car. The Swiss Car Guy is very entertaining, and has a gorgeous Lexus.
I do pretty often fantasise about having a 1st generation GS. The very subtle and elegant, while being unmistakably 90s Giugiaro-designed body, the 2JZ under the bonnet, the distinctly 90s Japanese grey leather interior... I'm just waiting for the correct example to appear for sale online, really. A black one that hasn't been abused, preferably with tinted rear windows, with a decent amount but not too much mileage, preferably a 1996 model, with the original alloys.
I have a '93 Aristo (Japanese version wit the 2JZGTE) and it drives like a dream. Don't think I've ever selling.
Great video!! Thumbs up and sub for you sir.
Quick question, what mileage has this beauty got and age of the vehicle?
Thanks
Thanks for your review on this gorgeous Lexus. Love it, want it.
I run a Lexus 450h Premier, Mercedes GLC 300AMG and 997GTS. Lexus engineers perfection; so effortless / relaxing. Once you own a lexus will probably always want one. Only area Germans beat Lexus is on the Infotainment.
A very good review I never thought about Lexus cars but know they are quite good. Your review has made me think about Lexus. Thank you
Great video as always
Really enjoy your videos... can tell how much you enjoy cars
Of the 30-odd cars I’ve owned, one of my absolute favourites was the LS400. I actually went to the press launch of that car, and immediately fell in love with it. It just took me a couple of decades to buy one. 😄👍
Probably one of the best cars ever
Hmmm I own CLS500. I agree with your description of big barges being non compromise type of car. My only gripe is that I bought the wrong one and has lots of things to be fixed. Take that away and it's amazing for what it is. However, it does not quite quench the thirst for small hot hatch. If you can have both on your drive, you are golden.
I love the silver one in Doc Martin series on TV !
As my Dad always says - £20k isn’t a lot of money, unless you have not got it 😂
💯
Awesome and authentic review
This is a brilliant car! I was considering it as a buy for carrying the family, but high running costs (if something goes wrong or even the consumables) and small boot size made me reconsider and I finally bought an RX450h which is way more versatile, practical and cheaper to run.
I did the same thing for the same reasons. The FSport version which thankfully lacks the body roll of the other versions thanks to the lateral dampers. Been very impressed by it and had it over 5 years now but boy does it get through suspension bushes! I can get a real world 31mpg from mine or slightly more cross country and running costs have really been surprisingly low. Most families could easily afford the running costs of an RX. Buy one and it will cost you a fraction of the price of a disco, F-pace, range rover or an x5 or Merc suv to run.
They nailed it with the RX first time but it does have one weakness. Suspension is a bit firm and clunky and too fragile for off roading. Just hitting a pothole bent part of my subframe arm. You cannot afford to rough them up on bad roads or off road and remembering this, properly looked after, they’ll out last most other family cars made.
To maintain RX450h as expensive as an LS to be honest. The good part is that these cars are extremely reliable. I have owned an RX300 and now I got RX400h since 2020 and my next one will be LS600h.
Thanks Jay, what a good review. I was in doubt whether to buy this car for 3 months but you made my decision rather easy. I am planning to buy one in New Zealand, 2011 model, LS 600h. Thanks again.
I was considering changing my 2006 LS430 to one of those. But after watching that I am having second thoughts as I have a bigger boot, a "proper" automatic and the more I think about it with my car having only 86,000 miles on it, I am only the second owner and have already most of the little "niggles" fixed I am safer staying where I am. Cheers you just saved me from putting myself into debt again :-)
I agree.Enjoy your car,now that you´ve worked on it.No need to spend any more money since you´ve got a real gem.
I so agree! I have an 05 LS430, and not only is it unbreakable, it is such a joy to drive. My family bought me a chauffeurs cap due to constantly asking me to take them everywhere rather than using their own tin boxes. They all enjoy it so much. Never part with yours. They are getting rare now.
Have you sat in a 460, for me the 430 higher build quality was immediately apparent
@@jinkazamamonkey I did about a week ago and it just reinforced what I was thinking. It was a really nice car don't get me wrong and I would buy one if I could afford it but I'm happy enough with what I have now :)
@@chrispritchard4676 very rare now - Not a single one for sale here in Northern Ireland - and the only 06 I could see similar to mine (at time of looking) was over 6k in England. My car has no sunroof and was a Southern Irish car to begin with so had a KMH speedo that I had to change for the mot - I was that surprised at the prices they are fetching I have just booked mine in for a full valet its getting some love now and is definitely a keeper :)
Brb, just going on auto trader...
15:44 if you have the LS460 (L) or not, you get a larger trunk and also the 5th rear seat if you don’t have the executive package. So it is actually extremely practical if you sacrifice some of the luxury features of the executive and the 600hL
Did I just watch a whole review of an LS600hL with the executive package, yet no demonstration of the rear reclining seat with elevating integrated ottoman?!? Preposterous!! 😁
Now that was a proper car review!! 👌🏻
You really should have a go in my 2008 GS460 very rare in the UK
Was specced with woollen seats. A real sleeper 347bhp
Yeah he needs to try a GS460, it's better than the 600H I think for twisty roads and addresses the boot, bushings and handling/weight issue. You can chill or hoon :)
I used to have the 2012-2017 GS450h and that's also a heck of a sleeper. Hidden exhausts and hybrid badges, yet quicker down a slip road than my current Cayman S. The Mk4 GS handles seriously well too. Any gen of GS is a good call though, it's a real shame they cancelled it- apparently partly because they cost too much to build which doesn't surprise me.
@@ApothecaryTerry Meh it still has that CVT though. They're fast though
@@odin5188 If you launch it, it won't hit max revs until about 65mph so it never bothered me. Also insanely effective- it's got that slight edge on a 981CS with only 20hp more and an extra 520kg. I don't think any other gearbox would let it do that.
@@ApothecaryTerry You're a bigger man than me. It was the number one reason i didn't get the 450h. That and the extra battery issues.
981 cayman ain't exactly a torque monster, no fair haha.
The 450h beats the 460 to 60 mph but to 100mph the 460 is like 2 seconds quicker
Great review, big fan of Lexus cars
Bought a LS600h L just before lockdown, so have had very little opportunity to drive it so far. Got a 09 plate with 71,000 miles on it, so loads of life left. I love a luxury barge and having owned a Phaeton previously i can say i like the Lexus better. Similar levels of comfort, but the Lexus is just a smoother drive in my opinion.
Beautiful big barge!!👍🏼🚗👍🏼
Great review.
Your point on its purpose being fulfilled as soon as you get in it. Its making me potentially change what I crave in a car, I live in SE London and the traffic is horrendous! Going for a drive takes too long, so why not make it an experience
You summed up my thoughts on my 2007 LS460. Doesn't have the LWB or CVT, but drive train is just awesome
Fab review J I’m just about to look into buying a Lexus GS450h 👍👍👍
Good review. Very good video sound. Apparently a great car.
Reminds me of a line in a Raymond Chandler novel, a Bentley drives past "with the sound of falling leaves".
Bought Ls430 of the back of watching your vlog. Its as good as you say it is. Lovely weekend luxury cruiser
Haha me too!
Same here lol 😂
The next Jeremy clarkson 😂🤣 you just need to say THE SPPEEEEDDD THE POWAEEEERRRRR YASEESE
You sum up Lexus perfectly!
I'm currently on my 7th Lexus, a GS300 SE-L. Brilliant car; and I was going to change to an LS460. Then I read the spec on the LS600H - and it all changed. On economy alone it's a winner; I suspect that everything else is going to be the usual Lexus excellence plus a lot more!
I need reliability, and I've never ever had a problem with any Lexus. (More than I can say for 99% of cars I've owned). Prices are now very affordable, and a 2008 car will insure as a Modern Classic. So wish me well, I'm going after a Lexus LS600h-L next month.
I like your reviews James, they're always honest, this one persuaded me, much as it seems to have done you.
Keep us updated please
Great video just love the lexus ls range 👌
Fabulous video always like big lux cars especially Lexus 👍🇦🇺
Beautiful cars that seem to attract careful and fastidious owners. I’ve never seen a scruffy one
A wonderful waffter! I want one, but you're right about the CVT. But probably a price worth paying for a car of that quality and build.
Back on form with this interesting review. Mark Levinson present and very correct.
What a lovely car your reviewing Jay, I love it although for me I think I'd prefer an ISF...have you done a review of these yet?
Thanks for doing this review for us.
Not yet!
I like these videos compared to the normal supercar reviews!
I've had a LS460 SE-L for the last 4 years. Agree such a well engineered car. An absolute pleasure to own.
However I've just swopped it for Kia Stinger, another car you love and have had on your channel. What a blumming great car that is... Wow!
There is as I'm sure you know a 2021 facelift Stinger now. Would love to see that on your channel please James 😊
Second viewer, love a big Lexus!