Yes sir! As a mode of transportation, you can't beat these Lexus. While they may not beexciting or dramatic but they're just so comfortable and so much less worrisome than their counter parts. Good luck on your search.
I’ve got a 2004 LS 430 fully loaded and I’m at 170k miles I’ve had the Air suspension and basic transmission work done and I’m happy... The car stayed in the family was my grandpas he bought it new in 2004 for just above $70,000 and the car is amazing. Good luck on yours!
The ultra Luxury model with air ride sounds great on paper and I just looked at a 2004 UL in FL that was serviced for the rear struts/air bag for $3100 (granted that was at the dealership). The front was leaking and there was a few other issues with it so I didn't get it. It's not a fault of the car but more of the air suspension, I've had cars with air suspension and they all needed to be replaced before 100k. Hope yours is trouble free for miles to come.
@@elisicamost5959 yea these transmissions require no maintenance. You should’ve even change the oil. I’ve seen many close to 300,000 miles original fluid still shifts smooth as butter.
@@thecarchak it is Flint Mica. I have two bent wheels though. I am having trouble deciding whether to get aftermarket wheels of fix the stock 18" 5 spoke wheels. Similar cost.
How much did you pay if you don’t mind me asking? I’d say around 18 at least from what I’ve seen with those specs on the open market. If you’re ever interested in selling it...
I bought my Lexus out of Florida in 2018, where the Kids took the LS430 from the original owner parents after having some small accidents (3) and repair work done on the car...carfax checked and all minor, so we bought it at 92000 miles and has been a great buy for us. I had 4 LS400's since 2001 and sold all to our sons and neighbors previously and did not lose any money on any of these. BEST cars I have ever owned, and I was in the automotive business for 20 years and know my cars.
I got one recently with 153k miles, and it’s the best decision I’ve ever made honestly. And I agree with the parking brake, I clip it almost every time I get in, and it thinks it’s engaged when it moved like half a click. But the best car I’ve owned by far.
The buttons don't get used often enough to be an issue. I had the Ultra put over 200k miles on it. You don't need to use the smart access key to start the car. You just turn it if you have it in your pocket or near you
Of course most things are objectively view from each drivers perspective. I personally use the rear sunshade button whenever I have all 4 windows down because I don't want to put more wear on the sunshade. I had to replace one on a Jaguar and they're pricey. I wish this one had smart access but the next LS I get will have it. Very forward thinking and reminds me of the Audi D3 S8 design, complete keyless entry and start.
I have a 03 ultra luxury, and a 04 modern luxury. My key fobs have trunk release. I can't believe how reliable they have both been. He is right about how quiet it is. Also the cabin is so quiet people have accused me of lying about being on the road when I'm tell them I am while talking on the phone. Toyota/Lexus is just on a whole another level entirely. I get 26 mpg on the freeway tho I do drive conservatively.
I just wish they put a trunk release button on the trunk. Would have been super convenient. I’m only seeing 21 mpg but I’m more city than highway. Almost time for my timing belt but besides that, it’s a start and go kinda car. Love it
I have owned 3 of these in a row. 2000 LS400 then i bought a 2004 LS430 and just last year i bought a 2006 LS430. I am a LS man for life. you have no legitimate complaints about this car. I never ever even noticed the ebrake alignment and i use it everyday as my driveway is on a hill. Access to those buttons? Really? Okay i give you that one if u want to nitpick. Let me school you bro, there is a button just above your license plate to open your trunk. Always been there on all models. Each one of mine were base models with a trunk button. You must have key fob nearby to operate it. So your entire complaint vid i guess should have been about the location of the buttons.
Thanks for the comment and you’re right, I can see why people keep buying these. I don’t have a button on my trunk. I’ll make a video of it because you’re not the first and won’t be the last person to tell me about the button. There’s a spot for it on my trunk lid but I don’t have the button. Do you have navigation in your car? I bet you the remote trunk button came with a package.
@@thecarchak no sir i only buy base model to avoid air ride. I bet you do have a button. All my LS have been base model no nav and have trunk button on outside of trunk. Could it be yours is broken and need replacement?
With the smart access you can open the trunk from with the key fob. Also, you don’t need to insert the key fob to start the car; it’s keyless start, but the cool part is you still get to turn the lip you insert the key fob into to start the car. Toyota designed it that way to appeal to the average consumer; 50+ year olds, to give them the same experience as using an analogue key. Brilliant car.
Yes, I've been looking for a LS430 UL for about 3 years and finally found one that was reasonably priced and the keyless access has always been my favorite feature!
I have a 2005 LS430 Ultra Luxury Pkg. It came a Valet fob and a main fob. The main has a trunk button. The main fob also allows access to doors and trunk when you stand next to the door with the fob in your pocket. You can also push the unlock button 3Xs, hold on the 3rd push, and all the windows will roll down and you can use the manual release to the left of the steering column.
Yes you have the smart key access so that has the trunk button on the trunk lid....crazy how a $55k dollar doesn't come with a button on all trim levels.
I think you can manually lock the trunk, and possibly the hood; located below the manual trunk release. You give a person the Valet fob and they can't access the glove compartment, trunk and/or hood. They can only access the doors and ignition.
Good luck. You will, just hold out for one with good service records. Stay away from the UL unless you don't mind dealing with the air suspension modules and struts.
All valid points. 👍 I will add that smartkey is the same for trunk access, but the ignition doesn’t require the fob to be inserted. As long as the smartkey is in your pocket, you just turn the ignition and go… almost push button. :)
The place of the center buttons are made totally ergonomic by the engineers. You are the first one who complains! 80+% of all LS430's and Celsiors worldwide have more buttons then you have. Yours is just extremely bold. Air suspension costs an arm and a leg? Its only 1000 dollar per corner to replace? I never ever touched the footbrake with my leg. Millions of cars in the world like the Mercedes w124, w140 and many more models have the same system at the same place and nobody is complaining. There is no UGLY exposed button on the trunk so nobody can steal your stuff when you are in the car, but there is still a button hidden next to your licenceplate light on your right hand. All your dislikes happen to be perfectly designed and well thought over elements. You really want to know a real dislike??? The biggest dislike thinkable is that they will never ever make a car as good as the LS430 again. Your first ever RUclips-video is about non existing dislikes of the best car in the world ever made... You failed with your subject in my opinion.
Not really complaining, just observations. :) The air suspension on my S8 was $1585 per corner just for the part and the front went out in pairs so that was fun. The air suspension on my allroad was only $585 per corner. Both Prices are just for parts not labor and thank god I did both cars myself. The air suspension on my Jaguar Super V8 was a $1000 per corner, this one the dealership did for me. So I've had some experiences with air suspension and that's why I'm glad my daily driver is on struts and coils. There are now exterior button for the trunk on this car that I purchased. Maybe yours has the advanced key package?
The next LS430 that I get will have the SmartKey Access package on it for sure. It looks very ahead of it's time and similar to my D3 S8 keyless system, complete keyless entry and star. Thanks for sharing. What year is your LS?
@@thecarchak i've got an 04 ls430ulp. keyless entry, keyless start. the trunk issue is also resolved since you keep the key fob in your pocket the entire time and just press the button on the trunk with key in your pocket to open. essentially you just need the key with you but never out.
Best $7k, I've spent thus far. Don't get me wrong, it's not fast but quick enough to get you out of a jam. Since the sound deadening performs so well, it FEELS even slower because there's no auditory stimulation to fool the senses. What I love about it the most is that I don't have to worry about anything crazy breaking and costing me an arm and a leg. I will admit that my rear struts are sagging and a little pricey but I'll do it myself.
If I had the UL, I would definitely keep the air suspension! You should look into getting an arnott replacement air bag for the rear. Can't be that expensive.....
@@thecarchak it's too unpredictable, air ride is lovely, but for the driving I do at times I'm best of switching over to coilovers, I'm 22, going on 23 in a few months I don't want to be putting $$ into a 16 year old car. I bought it for the engine & tranny which both ate running smooth as silk
I completely understand. I have a D3 S8 with air suspension and every time I hear a click, clunk or any sounds from the front end I immediate think the worst. That's by far the worst thing about air suspension - you're always on edge, maybe even a little bit of anxiety, because you know it's going to be expensive when it breaks.
Nice video. I have a 2005 LS430 I bought my car in 2009 with 24k on the odometer. I'm the second owner. My car now has 87500 on the odometer. No problems at all. Lexus Pursuit of Perfection is not just a slogan when it comes to the LS430 . Oh yeah my car has a trunk release switch. The key doesn't need to be near to the car
Sounds like you have the smart key access which gives you a button on the trunk. Kinda crazy that a $55k car didn't come with it and must be purchase separately
@@JoseFernandez-wu8pj Jose I bought my 2005 LS430 in January 2009. The car had 24000 miles on the odometer. I paid $25500 . The owner was going through some personal problems and needed to sell the car ASAP so lucky me I found it
I saw! That's really the only feature that I appreciate in any new cars these days. It's super convenient. What color is your car? Thinking about selling mine so I can get one with a tan interior.
I can't afford 3 cars with air suspension lol My s8 got a full front end rebuild last year and my audi all road needs from right air strut. That's really the only reason why I didn't get the UL. I didn't want to deal with the air suspension unit.
Man I have Never felt any of your gripes with mine. It is 2nd nature with the foot break. Never even accidently hit up or down. Never. The buttons are perfect and rarely used. Vsc off is to get out of snow when parked also more fun raw type drive and i have the back shade visor off or automatic but never felt is being badly placed button. If anything you get used to it, and is so over whelmed by the sheer awesome of this vehicle you just can't really complain about anything for real. I literally get an adrenaline rush all the time in this car. Nothing else has done it for me as much. The pure balance of just enough of everything I could ever get all for 1500$
For me, it just wasn't too logical for button placement but not a big deal. I'm not sure how you're driving this thing but the last thing it conjures up for me is adrenaline. It's not fast or quick but certainly a very reliable v8 saloon.
@@thecarchak like i said it has just enough of everything i want from sports to lux. it has a coefficiency of .25 which beats almost all high end sports cars. It pulls faster than an is300 2jz. It is insanely fun on the highway and so controlled. Monocoque design very stiff chassis seen with the firewall in back. It tourques like hell going on the highway. Glorious power yet eco v8. Btw change air cabin filter in behind glove compartment and one in engine bay. And you can get a simple grom bluetooth w mic option and plug into cd for phone calls/audio on steering wheel. Ect ect. Mark levinson Pull back treble and mid to near zero. Hope your sub works bring a tad down. I started listening to cassettes again coz it sounds great. Anyways this car is perfect imo and reliable is a given. Lexus for life
Don't have mark levinson but the Bose is fine. I do love the cassette tape deck. I guess speed is really relative because this doesn't feel fast to me comparing to other v8s I'm been in. Still great car though
Your not going to hit the traction control button. I hit it once in 10 years and almost lost control of the car on a fast take off. The rear shade goes down when you put the car in reverse. At Least on mine Those buttons seem better tucked away beside the seat AC controls. I rather look at the wood. I always hit that power button and that's why it's up higher. Yeah that emergency brake is a little awkward. I sometimes scratch my leather shoes on it. Maybe put your seat back or lower, it's like a 10 way power seat. I don't have to insert the key fob to start my 05. Just turn the ignition switch as long as the fob is detected. I also have a outside trunk open button beside the licence plate lights. It's kind of hidden.
Best car ever made. Less expensive maintenance. Change timing belt every 100k and you are good to go. FOREVER. Things I don't like is the radio can't play phone through the car radio. The actuators on doors go bad. Steering wheel goes loose after time. That's it .
I think we're both bias but you're right about this is as close to greatness as the automotive industry will ever get to literally the best car on the planet. I've only put about 1,000 miles on the GS430 (2nd Gen) and I have to say that these cars are head and shoulders above their competition in terms of reliability and total cost of ownership. I've logged over 10k miles on the LS without any issues but I'm super proactive about maintenance. The GS430 on the other hand, I've replaced both rear actuators and I have to replace the front right this summer. Not bad for a 20 year old car. Use an bluetooth FM transmitter and you can play anything you want. I've been using this one for years! www.amazon.com/SmartCharge-Transmitter-Bluetooth-Receiver-Charger/dp/B0719SNR5N/ref=dp_fod_1?pd_rd_i=B0719SNR5N&psc=1
I have a 06 , no nave , have button to open trunk near license plate, does not need key to start or enter car. I average 25 mpg. Just got it a month ago with 100k for 10k.
Thanks! Sorry but the only thing I had on me at the time was an old Google Pixel so that's why it looks like I filmed it with a baked potato. Just got an external mic for my point and shoot camera so we'll see how the next video goes.
Hi, I have the model with Navigation so it has a smart key. You can insert it into the ignition and turn to start it. their is a button under the steering wheel to activate the smart key then you dont even need to insert the key in the ignition just turn the ignition to start. Kind of weird but it works. Also, mine has an exterior trunk button. That may be due to the fact that I have a smart key.
Hi John, I think you're right. The trunk button came with the smart key package which I still think is a little absurd for a $55k dollar car. I get an automatic trunk latch mechanism but no button to unlock/open it, what planet are we on? lol
The button is at the rear, near rear plate lights, its a black squshi button u have to hold it and have key nearby, u don't need to put the key in the ignition to start it by the way, there is a chip in the fob. 2005 ls owner 10 years!
Hey Evan! Thanks for the info but I don't have that button. I also don't have the smart key option that you mentioned which I would love to have. I have to use the key (1st world problem). These are great cars, aren't they?
No, mine is a base model and only has the soft close on the trunk which is unnecessary especially considering you don't get a trunk release button on the trunk itself. 😂
@@thecarchak massagers, oscillating fans, auto mirror, telescopic steering wheel, 6 disc CD player, even accessing the oil pan... not to mention it being a 4.3 v8 that uses premium gas lmao
Yup I am lmao. Massagers were only in ulx or premium and they never break. Telescopic..100$ on ebay will change once in 20 years.. Oh the horror. The six fans in cool seats option never dies very rare for sure. Ect all issues are easy buys on ebay. I have had ZERO issues and drive the car like hell. BUT MUST DO TIMING BELT IF YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN DONE. I have a buddy do it for 200$. Kit from ebay contitech. The reliability is oh yes so LMAO to the bank in savings.
@@thecarchak whats a steal price in your book thank you for getting back to me. I had found 2002 150k miles fir 5gs i didnt jump on it it was the ultra model, gold i wasnt thrilled on that color looking for pearl or metalic grey black last option i live on a farm lots of dirt.
In case anybody was wondering. U can open the trunk with your key if u just look near the tag light panel. I think it was genius to hide it there so only the owner would know.
I'm not sure what the two gripes are regarding the ebrake pedal and the trunk. 90% of drivers bend their left knee and put their foot on the floor. The trunk button makes entire sense. If you're outside, you'll usually have the keys with you and you just hit the fob button. If you're inside, you just hit the trunk button. It's all for security, why the hell would you want another mechanical button that can be compromised on the outside?
Thanks for watching. I guess I'm one of those 10 percent that actually put their foot on the footrest then. lol The lack of an external remote trunk release button makes senses on what planet? A 7 dollar Hyundai or a 12 dollar Honda both have external remote trunk release button on the lid so once you hit the unlock button on the key fob, you can access and open all entry points of the vehicle (yes trunk lid should be considered as an entry point to the trunk to store luggage and such). There's no reason a base model, $55k dollar car should not have an external remote trunk release button. It has a soft-close trunk lid just like my audi S8 but they skip the button for safety reason? Getouttahere
@@thecarchak I have an LS 430/2006 model. The trunk can be opened from inside the car using the trunk release button, or on the key fob using the trunk button, or from the outside using the button underneath the lip of the trunk. Obviously you did not read your manual or you would have known that the trunk lid can be opened as long as the key is in the pocket of your pants, without using the key fob unlock trunk button. It is underneath the ledge or the lip of the trunk just to the right you have to feel around for it is a little soft rubber pad and easily pushed to unlock the trunk. It pays to read the owner's manual.
yup, I've seen the keyless entry system and I looked at an 06 ls430 with the beige interior that had it but I decided not to go with the light interior. The dark interior looks better imho but I would imagine the light interior stays a little cooler out in the sun.
2006 with a cooled seats is not something out of this world. Mercedes S-class W220 was released in 1998 for the first time and was with cooled and heated seats as well :)
@@МартинЛюбенов-е1т Yes i own a 96 S420,heat/cooled front seats only,W140s weren't no joke back then,the W140 S500 & S600 has all the seats heated and cooled with reclining rear seats....The W140s started it ALL....
Awesome cars. I've had two low mileage LS430's and they're still in the family. Why sell them? My biggest bugaboo with em is that I like to leave mine running when I go into the gas station and just lock it manually with an extra key I keep on my keyring on my belt. Problem is- that the key wont unlock the car when it's running and I cant pop the trunk either. driver side, Super illogical place that's hard to reach. It's extremely annoying. Lexus did the same thing on my LX470. Surely they have changed it with there newer models. Why people buy other brands of cars I will never know. Lexus is the best!
I think most cars are like that where they won't allow the key fob to lock the car if running. I don't get why they made the trunk auto-latch but didn't give us a button on the trunk lid to unlock the dang thing. makes very little sense. You're absolutely right about these cars though, super comfortable and extremely reliable. I keep it as my daily driver and backup car. I'm at 130k and a few little issues here and there but nothing major. Just did the pads and will do rotors next on this car. I would like to get into the new GS F, gotta wait until those depreciate a little more, just to see how much progress they've managed out of these newer vehicles.
the only thing i hate about these cars, is that they never came in manual. i get that LS is for luxury, but man. If only these came in manual with the 4.3 liter v8 engine.
A manual gs430 would make more sense but I know what you mean. I have a 2001 gs430 that I’m fixing up to hopefully sell next spring. I gotta fix the ac condenser that sits behind the dash!
It fun to shift through the 6 speed auto, only real difference is you just lighten the throttle for a split second then bump it forward .Almost as satisfying! 2004 base
That's awesome and sounds similar to my car! Congrats and enjoy it. I'm at 130k now and found that my rear strut is leaking so will have to change that out next spring. So far, it's been a joy to own, super reliable and extremely comfortable on long trips.
I bet the es would feel more like my 5 series, tight and nimble but you are correct about stability and reliability. I'm closing in on 10k miles and it's been fantastic. I've done mostly preventative maintenance but did noticed the rear strut is leaking slightly but the ride is still extremely smooth. I'll save that for next spring.
Why are you constantly fumbling with the sunshade and traction control? Nobody is using the navigation, they are using the backup camera that is in the same space. There are two Ts in the word button, why don't you use any of them?
Fumble has such a negative connotation and my observation was merely to point out the fact that as a use case engineer, someone should have thought that a small percentage of their cars will be equipped with the ultra luxury package so therefore makes more sense to have the buttons laid out differently. I would guess that they put the ultra luxury related buttons on top because of "prestige". A lot more goes into design and layout than most people would care to think. How did you deduce that nobody uses the navigation systems in cars anymore? I love things that are made well with a lot of thought and care. It's one of the reasons I still use the navigation in my tsx. I don't like Ts, only Ts I like are teas. Must be an Asian thing. 🖖 I'm not a big fan Ts
@@thecarchak But the buttons are in a perfectly fine place for the very rare use they are given. I didn't say, "nobody uses the navigation systems in cars anymore." I said "nobody is using the navigation" you were referring to that is obsolete in that car's model year. Unless you want to pay for updates for 15 years.
Literally was thinking the same thing also isn't the torque around 320-325 as well only because I want this as my everyday driver as well looking at 1 now
It's actually the same engine as the previous models but what happened in 06 was that the SAE (society of automotive engineers) revised the testing procedure for hp and torque hence the lower count. So it's probably has the same number of ponies but they're just counting them differently but the nice thing about these Japanese cars is that many of them are underrated so who knows what they have for hp/torque.
Yes they are! I believe the 5 speed were the first batch of the 3rd gen (2000-2003). The 6 speed was introduced in 2003 but available from 2004 to 2006.
Very informative video. Looking at a 2005 LS 430 at a local Acura dealer. 154,000 miles, and a base model. They are asking $8,600. I am going to offer $6,500. I'm sure it's a trade-in. It's been there since the middle of May. Do you think they will accept my offer? Since it is used, I'm going to tell them that I intend to pay in cash. That might sweeten the deal for them.
I paid $7k for mine with 113k miles and 1 owner. Don't get attached to it and if they don't accept the offer, there will be more. 😎 Was the timing belt done already?
@@thecarchak I don't know about the belt. Thanks for bringing that to my attention. I know that's a big deal on the VVT interference engine. I will find out. Thanks for the reply.
Welcome. 9 years or 90k miles and I got a quote up here in the northeast for TB and water pump for around $1400. Keep that in mind when making your offer.
Gots costume luxury package. Amazon freaking car. Better than the 460. My opinion the best and last fine wine from Lexus. And yes I get you w the buttons and the cup holder on the way..
I looked at the 460 and wasn't impressed. Plus it doesn't have such stellar review like the 430. I wanted to stay away from luxury package because of the air suspension. I already have an audi with air suspension and that gives me enough apprehension whenever I hit a pot hole or go over an expansion joint on the highway. 😂
drive it some more and fig chitt out !!! every LS430 got a elec. button on the trunk lid to open it !!! ..... how often do you need to play w. the rear sun shade maker and traction off button !!??! regarding nav ..... go see one / get one ... its not only the navi but the better sound system and the all key less bits what makes it all so worthed !!! ,,,,, you got the base ..... ! mine is the ultra luxury add .... tvs in the headrests aso !! now 372k miles on it !!! best car ever !!!
With a starting price of $56,525, it's really not that cheap and I would expect a trunk release button in any car. It wasn't really a push to start button, they had an extension from the ignition that you can simply turn to start the car as long as the key was on your body. Pretty nifty indeed.
😂. It really is!!! I don't know about you but the sensation of sounds adds to the surreal experience of automotive but I appreciate the pursuit of perfection from Lexus. It's quite a cruiser!
You know these are great cars when you have to really nitpick to find any faults. Looking for one now. Enjoying your videos on the Lexus.
Yes sir! As a mode of transportation, you can't beat these Lexus. While they may not beexciting or dramatic but they're just so comfortable and so much less worrisome than their counter parts. Good luck on your search.
If you had button on trunk anybody can go in my trunk
I’ve got a 2004 LS 430 fully loaded and I’m at 170k miles I’ve had the Air suspension and basic transmission work done and I’m happy... The car stayed in the family was my grandpas he bought it new in 2004 for just above $70,000 and the car is amazing. Good luck on yours!
The ultra Luxury model with air ride sounds great on paper and I just looked at a 2004 UL in FL that was serviced for the rear struts/air bag for $3100 (granted that was at the dealership). The front was leaking and there was a few other issues with it so I didn't get it.
It's not a fault of the car but more of the air suspension, I've had cars with air suspension and they all needed to be replaced before 100k. Hope yours is trouble free for miles to come.
Never heard of the expression basic transmission work. When there is an issue with a transmission on a car, it's usually expensive and complex repair.
@@elisicamost5959 I sell ls430 13 inch vertical tesla style screen. Check my profile
@@elisicamost5959 yea these transmissions require no maintenance. You should’ve even change the oil. I’ve seen many close to 300,000 miles original fluid still shifts smooth as butter.
Nothing drives like an LS430. Lexus. The endless pursuit of perfection.
3 years and it’s such a great daily!
I found a 1 owner with 64k miles. 2006 modern luxury. Love it.
No way! That's great, what color is it and where in the states did you find it?
@@thecarchak it is Flint Mica. I have two bent wheels though. I am having trouble deciding whether to get aftermarket wheels of fix the stock 18" 5 spoke wheels. Similar cost.
Good deal!!! I would refinish them personally because I love the understated look of the entire care.
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How much did you pay if you don’t mind me asking? I’d say around 18 at least from what I’ve seen with those specs on the open market. If you’re ever interested in selling it...
I bought my Lexus out of Florida in 2018, where the Kids took the LS430 from the original owner parents after having some small accidents (3) and repair work done on the car...carfax checked and all minor, so we bought it at 92000 miles and has been a great buy for us. I had 4 LS400's since 2001 and sold all to our sons and neighbors previously and did not lose any money on any of these. BEST cars I have ever owned, and I was in the automotive business for 20 years and know my cars.
I'm thinking about buying a LS400. What should I look out for?
I got one recently with 153k miles, and it’s the best decision I’ve ever made honestly. And I agree with the parking brake, I clip it almost every time I get in, and it thinks it’s engaged when it moved like half a click. But the best car I’ve owned by far.
What year did you get?
@@thecarchak It's an '03
@@rafinieto777 HOW MANY MILES ON IT?
Daim bro, IF YOU EVER FEEL LIKE SELLING YOUR LS430 LET ME KNOW. THAT LS430 OF YOURS IS BADASS.
I just bought a gs 430. So I'm deciding which one to keep.
@@thecarchak which one rides better?
Ls floats and makes everything buttery . Gs feels tighter and sportier.
The buttons don't get used often enough to be an issue. I had the Ultra put over 200k miles on it. You don't need to use the smart access key to start the car. You just turn it if you have it in your pocket or near you
Of course most things are objectively view from each drivers perspective. I personally use the rear sunshade button whenever I have all 4 windows down because I don't want to put more wear on the sunshade. I had to replace one on a Jaguar and they're pricey.
I wish this one had smart access but the next LS I get will have it. Very forward thinking and reminds me of the Audi D3 S8 design, complete keyless entry and start.
I have a 03 ultra luxury, and a 04 modern luxury. My key fobs have trunk release. I can't believe how reliable they have both been. He is right about how quiet it is. Also the cabin is so quiet people have accused me of lying about being on the road when I'm tell them I am while talking on the phone. Toyota/Lexus is just on a whole another level entirely. I get 26 mpg on the freeway tho I do drive conservatively.
I just wish they put a trunk release button on the trunk. Would have been super convenient. I’m only seeing 21 mpg but I’m more city than highway. Almost time for my timing belt but besides that, it’s a start and go kinda car. Love it
I have a '06 SC430...bought it last June. Same engine as your LS. I adore that car.
I looked at one of those and just wish the looks of the car was a little more striking but then again, most lexus of that era were understated.
2006 UL owner here. The fob has a trunk opener. I agree it's silly not to have the same for the base trim models.
Finally, a man with some good common sense.
My 02 the fob pops the trunk but the truck opener button is on the right side of plate lights
I have owned 3 of these in a row. 2000 LS400 then i bought a 2004 LS430 and just last year i bought a 2006 LS430. I am a LS man for life. you have no legitimate complaints about this car. I never ever even noticed the ebrake alignment and i use it everyday as my driveway is on a hill. Access to those buttons? Really? Okay i give you that one if u want to nitpick. Let me school you bro, there is a button just above your license plate to open your trunk. Always been there on all models. Each one of mine were base models with a trunk button. You must have key fob nearby to operate it. So your entire complaint vid i guess should have been about the location of the buttons.
Thanks for the comment and you’re right, I can see why people keep buying these. I don’t have a button on my trunk. I’ll make a video of it because you’re not the first and won’t be the last person to tell me about the button. There’s a spot for it on my trunk lid but I don’t have the button. Do you have navigation in your car? I bet you the remote trunk button came with a package.
@@thecarchak no sir i only buy base model to avoid air ride. I bet you do have a button. All my LS have been base model no nav and have trunk button on outside of trunk. Could it be yours is broken and need replacement?
There’s a cutout for it but there’s a solid black piece of plastic in its place rather than a button
Just bought a 2001 ul edition and I fell in love with it the moment I saw it
Nice!!! Let me know what you think about the ride.
🤝😎
With the smart access you can open the trunk from with the key fob. Also, you don’t need to insert the key fob to start the car; it’s keyless start, but the cool part is you still get to turn the lip you insert the key fob into to start the car. Toyota designed it that way to appeal to the average consumer; 50+ year olds, to give them the same experience as using an analogue key. Brilliant car.
Yes, I've been looking for a LS430 UL for about 3 years and finally found one that was reasonably priced and the keyless access has always been my favorite feature!
I have a 2005 LS430 Ultra Luxury Pkg. It came a Valet fob and a main fob. The main has a trunk button. The main fob also allows access to doors and trunk when you stand next to the door with the fob in your pocket. You can also push the unlock button 3Xs, hold on the 3rd push, and all the windows will roll down and you can use the manual release to the left of the steering column.
Yes you have the smart key access so that has the trunk button on the trunk lid....crazy how a $55k dollar doesn't come with a button on all trim levels.
I think you can manually lock the trunk, and possibly the hood; located below the manual trunk release. You give a person the Valet fob and they can't access the glove compartment, trunk and/or hood. They can only access the doors and ignition.
Currently looking for one of these to buy in the uk . Not many around at the moment. Great vlog
Good luck. You will, just hold out for one with good service records. Stay away from the UL unless you don't mind dealing with the air suspension modules and struts.
I think only the ultra was available in the UK.
All valid points. 👍
I will add that smartkey is the same for trunk access, but the ignition doesn’t require the fob to be inserted.
As long as the smartkey is in your pocket, you just turn the ignition and go… almost push button. :)
The place of the center buttons are made totally ergonomic by the engineers. You are the first one who complains! 80+% of all LS430's and Celsiors worldwide have more buttons then you have. Yours is just extremely bold. Air suspension costs an arm and a leg? Its only 1000 dollar per corner to replace? I never ever touched the footbrake with my leg. Millions of cars in the world like the Mercedes w124, w140 and many more models have the same system at the same place and nobody is complaining. There is no UGLY exposed button on the trunk so nobody can steal your stuff when you are in the car, but there is still a button hidden next to your licenceplate light on your right hand. All your dislikes happen to be perfectly designed and well thought over elements. You really want to know a real dislike??? The biggest dislike thinkable is that they will never ever make a car as good as the LS430 again. Your first ever RUclips-video is about non existing dislikes of the best car in the world ever made... You failed with your subject in my opinion.
Not really complaining, just observations. :)
The air suspension on my S8 was $1585 per corner just for the part and the front went out in pairs so that was fun. The air suspension on my allroad was only $585 per corner. Both Prices are just for parts not labor and thank god I did both cars myself. The air suspension on my Jaguar Super V8 was a $1000 per corner, this one the dealership did for me. So I've had some experiences with air suspension and that's why I'm glad my daily driver is on struts and coils.
There are now exterior button for the trunk on this car that I purchased. Maybe yours has the advanced key package?
@@thecarchak i enjoyed your review. The guy above sounds like a douche. No need kick a man for his own opinion.
Aweee hurt your feewings. It's damn fine what he said.
Ya hit the OP right between his eyes, best car ever made. Bought mine in 05 now at 175,000, never a sad day.
@@jamesmaddox7565 Yup bro love my 2006 Lexus LS430 never getting rid of mines it’s truly a gem 💎 of a car 🥰😎
Keyless entry and keyless start. I keep my keys in my pocket the whole time and have access to my truck while the car is on. Super convenient.
The next LS430 that I get will have the SmartKey Access package on it for sure. It looks very ahead of it's time and similar to my D3 S8 keyless system, complete keyless entry and star. Thanks for sharing. What year is your LS?
@@thecarchak i've got an 04 ls430ulp. keyless entry, keyless start. the trunk issue is also resolved since you keep the key fob in your pocket the entire time and just press the button on the trunk with key in your pocket to open. essentially you just need the key with you but never out.
Sounds like heaven
So,you really can't find anything wrong.I have a 2002 with164k and it is awesome.Best 4k I ever spent on a car.
Best $7k, I've spent thus far. Don't get me wrong, it's not fast but quick enough to get you out of a jam. Since the sound deadening performs so well, it FEELS even slower because there's no auditory stimulation to fool the senses.
What I love about it the most is that I don't have to worry about anything crazy breaking and costing me an arm and a leg. I will admit that my rear struts are sagging and a little pricey but I'll do it myself.
I'm 22 in the UK with LS430 UL my rear air suspension went few days ago, so I'm switching to coilovers. But apart from that the car is bulletproof
If I had the UL, I would definitely keep the air suspension! You should look into getting an arnott replacement air bag for the rear. Can't be that expensive.....
@@thecarchak it's too unpredictable, air ride is lovely, but for the driving I do at times I'm best of switching over to coilovers, I'm 22, going on 23 in a few months I don't want to be putting $$ into a 16 year old car. I bought it for the engine & tranny which both ate running smooth as silk
I completely understand. I have a D3 S8 with air suspension and every time I hear a click, clunk or any sounds from the front end I immediate think the worst. That's by far the worst thing about air suspension - you're always on edge, maybe even a little bit of anxiety, because you know it's going to be expensive when it breaks.
@@thecarchak I agree. Keep the air. Don’t down grade. Just beef up the one you got.
I’m obsessed with the Lexus ls430 I want an 01-04 model sooooo bad
wait until the market cools down a little bit because prices are inflated at the moment. Save up and you can definitely find one!
Nice video. I have a 2005 LS430
I bought my car in 2009 with 24k on the odometer. I'm the second owner. My car now has 87500 on the odometer. No problems at all. Lexus Pursuit of Perfection is not just a slogan when it comes to the LS430 . Oh yeah my car has a trunk release switch. The key doesn't need to be near to the car
Sounds like you have the smart key access which gives you a button on the trunk. Kinda crazy that a $55k car didn't come with it and must be purchase separately
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Wayne Walker how much did you pay for it when you baught it?
@@JoseFernandez-wu8pj Jose I bought my 2005 LS430 in January 2009. The car had 24000 miles on the odometer. I paid $25500 . The owner was going through some personal problems and needed to sell the car ASAP so lucky me I found it
@@waynewalker8141 Daim right that was an excellent deal for you
I have an 06 CL LS, and the smart key is optional, you can leave in your pocket or use as a conventional key.
I saw! That's really the only feature that I appreciate in any new cars these days. It's super convenient. What color is your car? Thinking about selling mine so I can get one with a tan interior.
@@thecarchak Silver with black interior. I think the black interior is the most timeless looking. Might as well get the UL while you're at it lol.
I can't afford 3 cars with air suspension lol My s8 got a full front end rebuild last year and my audi all road needs from right air strut. That's really the only reason why I didn't get the UL. I didn't want to deal with the air suspension unit.
This is what trying to re-invent the wheel looks like. Nonetheless beautiful car and you didn't do too bad for a first video!
Thanks! I've put a little over 10k miles on it now and you're absolutely right, such a beautiful car.
Smart access is just like keyless instead of push to start turn to start no key required
Man I have Never felt any of your gripes with mine. It is 2nd nature with the foot break. Never even accidently hit up or down. Never. The buttons are perfect and rarely used. Vsc off is to get out of snow when parked also more fun raw type drive and i have the back shade visor off or automatic but never felt is being badly placed button. If anything you get used to it, and is so over whelmed by the sheer awesome of this vehicle you just can't really complain about anything for real. I literally get an adrenaline rush all the time in this car. Nothing else has done it for me as much. The pure balance of just enough of everything I could ever get all for 1500$
For me, it just wasn't too logical for button placement but not a big deal.
I'm not sure how you're driving this thing but the last thing it conjures up for me is adrenaline. It's not fast or quick but certainly a very reliable v8 saloon.
@@thecarchak like i said it has just enough of everything i want from sports to lux. it has a coefficiency of .25 which beats almost all high end sports cars. It pulls faster than an is300 2jz. It is insanely fun on the highway and so controlled. Monocoque design very stiff chassis seen with the firewall in back. It tourques like hell going on the highway. Glorious power yet eco v8.
Btw change air cabin filter in behind glove compartment and one in engine bay. And you can get a simple grom bluetooth w mic option and plug into cd for phone calls/audio on steering wheel. Ect ect. Mark levinson Pull back treble and mid to near zero. Hope your sub works bring a tad down. I started listening to cassettes again coz it sounds great. Anyways this car is perfect imo and reliable is a given. Lexus for life
Don't have mark levinson but the Bose is fine. I do love the cassette tape deck.
I guess speed is really relative because this doesn't feel fast to me comparing to other v8s I'm been in. Still great car though
@@thecarchak first time i hear it's a bose. I think pioneer did the standard non ML models
Your not going to hit the traction control button. I hit it once in 10 years and almost lost control of the car on a fast take off. The rear shade goes down when you put the car in reverse. At Least on mine Those buttons seem better tucked away beside the seat AC controls. I rather look at the wood. I always hit that power button and that's why it's up higher. Yeah that emergency brake is a little awkward. I sometimes scratch my leather shoes on it. Maybe put your seat back or lower, it's like a 10 way power seat. I don't have to insert the key fob to start my 05. Just turn the ignition switch as long as the fob is detected. I also have a outside trunk open button beside the licence plate lights. It's kind of hidden.
they put the trunk button on the UL and I think maybe the ML. other than that you have to either open from inside or on the fob
Yes that's correct. Apparently I'm the only one that thinks it's a little silly for a $55k car.
Best car ever made. Less expensive maintenance. Change timing belt every 100k and you are good to go. FOREVER. Things I don't like is the radio can't play phone through the car radio. The actuators on doors go bad. Steering wheel goes loose after time. That's it .
I think we're both bias but you're right about this is as close to greatness as the automotive industry will ever get to literally the best car on the planet. I've only put about 1,000 miles on the GS430 (2nd Gen) and I have to say that these cars are head and shoulders above their competition in terms of reliability and total cost of ownership. I've logged over 10k miles on the LS without any issues but I'm super proactive about maintenance. The GS430 on the other hand, I've replaced both rear actuators and I have to replace the front right this summer. Not bad for a 20 year old car.
Use an bluetooth FM transmitter and you can play anything you want. I've been using this one for years!
www.amazon.com/SmartCharge-Transmitter-Bluetooth-Receiver-Charger/dp/B0719SNR5N/ref=dp_fod_1?pd_rd_i=B0719SNR5N&psc=1
I have a 06 , no nave , have button to open trunk near license plate, does not need key to start or enter car. I average 25 mpg.
Just got it a month ago with 100k for 10k.
The button sounds like it's included in the smart key package.
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Vertical video? What a heathen, lol. Keep at the videos man from the east coast.
Thanks! Sorry but the only thing I had on me at the time was an old Google Pixel so that's why it looks like I filmed it with a baked potato. Just got an external mic for my point and shoot camera so we'll see how the next video goes.
@@thecarchak Turn the phone the other way.
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Hi, I have the model with Navigation so it has a smart key. You can insert it into the ignition and turn to start it. their is a button under the steering wheel to activate the smart key then you dont even need to insert the key in the ignition just turn the ignition to start. Kind of weird but it works. Also, mine has an exterior trunk button. That may be due to the fact that I have a smart key.
Hi John, I think you're right. The trunk button came with the smart key package which I still think is a little absurd for a $55k dollar car. I get an automatic trunk latch mechanism but no button to unlock/open it, what planet are we on? lol
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What’s it called again?? Haha...a what now? A “bun”??😂6:40
I really wanted to say button but didn't come out that way. lol We have to start talking slower up here in the northeast.
Mr. J's Driving School just curious...have you had any experiences w/ a sulfur like smell when putting a load on the engine??
No sir but that sounds like a bad catalytic converter...
The button is at the rear, near rear plate lights, its a black squshi button u have to hold it and have key nearby, u don't need to put the key in the ignition to start it by the way, there is a chip in the fob. 2005 ls owner 10 years!
Hey Evan! Thanks for the info but I don't have that button. I also don't have the smart key option that you mentioned which I would love to have. I have to use the key (1st world problem). These are great cars, aren't they?
Does it have soft close on all doors and trunk? One click close the door and it pulls completely on its own.
No, mine is a base model and only has the soft close on the trunk which is unnecessary especially considering you don't get a trunk release button on the trunk itself. 😂
these aren't cheap cars to own etc but damn are they reliable and nice
What do you mean by they're not cheap to own? I'm curious...
@@thecarchak massagers, oscillating fans, auto mirror, telescopic steering wheel, 6 disc CD player, even accessing the oil pan... not to mention it being a 4.3 v8 that uses premium gas lmao
@@thecarchak might be a Toyota but its no Camry 😂
lol. true but lets be honest, even Camry owners don't want to drive a camry.
Yup I am lmao. Massagers were only in ulx or premium and they never break. Telescopic..100$ on ebay will change once in 20 years.. Oh the horror. The six fans in cool seats option never dies very rare for sure. Ect all issues are easy buys on ebay. I have had ZERO issues and drive the car like hell. BUT MUST DO TIMING BELT IF YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN DONE. I have a buddy do it for 200$. Kit from ebay contitech. The reliability is oh yes so LMAO to the bank in savings.
Great review buuudy ive been hunting for one they are becoming rare and price is holding up for cars in there age
Take your time, you'll find one. I got mine for a steal so if you find one you like, make sure you jump on it.
@@thecarchak whats a steal price in your book thank you for getting back to me. I had found 2002 150k miles fir 5gs i didnt jump on it it was the ultra model, gold i wasnt thrilled on that color looking for pearl or metalic grey black last option i live on a farm lots of dirt.
Got mine for $7k with 112k and 1 owner. Keep looking, one of your liking will show up eventually.
@@thecarchak what a steal good going buddy. I'm still hunting will report back.
@@ghasanahmed6159 Dirt shows less on gold, owned gold vehicles for 17 years.
In case anybody was wondering. U can open the trunk with your key if u just look near the tag light panel. I think it was genius to hide it there so only the owner would know.
Not on a base model apparently.
Damn I thought mine was the base model.. I have a 2003
It may be bit you may have some packages that are different than mine. Do you have navigation?
Ok yea I have nav.
Camera lens has lots of dust on it which gives the hazy glowy look. Blow it off with some compressed air and it should look much better.
Thanks for the advice.
I own an Ls430 , i have an electric button below my trunk. How you dont have?
Do you have the advanced key package???
Maybe because the one with me is half ultra, yeah the ignition doesn’t requires the key to switch the engine on
A friend let me drive theirs and it does have a button, it’s under the lip of the trunk lid right of center.
I also have a rubber coated button under the trunk lip. Works great. I also only need to hit the interior trunk button one time.
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I'm not sure what the two gripes are regarding the ebrake pedal and the trunk. 90% of drivers bend their left knee and put their foot on the floor. The trunk button makes entire sense. If you're outside, you'll usually have the keys with you and you just hit the fob button. If you're inside, you just hit the trunk button. It's all for security, why the hell would you want another mechanical button that can be compromised on the outside?
Thanks for watching. I guess I'm one of those 10 percent that actually put their foot on the footrest then. lol
The lack of an external remote trunk release button makes senses on what planet? A 7 dollar Hyundai or a 12 dollar Honda both have external remote trunk release button on the lid so once you hit the unlock button on the key fob, you can access and open all entry points of the vehicle (yes trunk lid should be considered as an entry point to the trunk to store luggage and such). There's no reason a base model, $55k dollar car should not have an external remote trunk release button. It has a soft-close trunk lid just like my audi S8 but they skip the button for safety reason? Getouttahere
@@thecarchak I have an LS 430/2006 model. The trunk can be opened from inside the car using the trunk release button, or on the key fob using the trunk button, or from the outside using the button underneath the lip of the trunk. Obviously you did not read your manual or you would have known that the trunk lid can be opened as long as the key is in the pocket of your pants, without using the key fob unlock trunk button. It is underneath the ledge or the lip of the trunk just to the right you have to feel around for it is a little soft rubber pad and easily pushed to unlock the trunk. It pays to read the owner's manual.
That's what I was wondering. People complaining because they don't allow just anyone to be able to come and open your trunk.
Watch my video. There is just a switch and you turn it on the modern luxury version. Interesting time it was right in-between keys and push to start.
yup, I've seen the keyless entry system and I looked at an 06 ls430 with the beige interior that had it but I decided not to go with the light interior.
The dark interior looks better imho but I would imagine the light interior stays a little cooler out in the sun.
2006 with a cooled seats is not something out of this world.
Mercedes S-class W220 was released in 1998 for the first time and was with cooled and heated seats as well :)
2001 first year ls430 had it
My 96 S420 W140 has heated/cool seats,front seats only...
MERCEDESBENZS600 BASH cooled seats on a 140? U sure?
@@МартинЛюбенов-е1т Yes i own a 96 S420,heat/cooled front seats only,W140s weren't no joke back then,the W140 S500 & S600 has all the seats heated and cooled with reclining rear seats....The W140s started it ALL....
MERCEDESBENZS600 BASH where are the buttons for the cooling? I have driven quite a few 140s and dis not see such button or a place for missing one
Awesome cars. I've had two low mileage LS430's and they're still in the family. Why sell them?
My biggest bugaboo with em is that I like to leave mine running when I go into the gas station and just lock it manually with an extra key I keep on my keyring on my belt.
Problem is- that the key wont unlock the car when it's running and I cant pop the trunk either.
driver side,
Super illogical place that's hard to reach. It's extremely annoying.
Lexus did the same thing on my LX470.
Surely they have changed it with there newer models.
Why people buy other brands of cars I will never know.
Lexus is the best!
I think most cars are like that where they won't allow the key fob to lock the car if running. I don't get why they made the trunk auto-latch but didn't give us a button on the trunk lid to unlock the dang thing. makes very little sense.
You're absolutely right about these cars though, super comfortable and extremely reliable. I keep it as my daily driver and backup car. I'm at 130k and a few little issues here and there but nothing major. Just did the pads and will do rotors next on this car.
I would like to get into the new GS F, gotta wait until those depreciate a little more, just to see how much progress they've managed out of these newer vehicles.
The buttons were standard trim in the UK I gather.
You guys always do it right on the other side of the pond 😎
2:58 when video starts
Thank you!!!
6:49. There is a button on the trunk.
Only if you got the keyless option (where you can start the car by just turning the ignition switch while keeping the keys in your pocket)
the only thing i hate about these cars, is that they never came in manual. i get that LS is for luxury, but man. If only these came in manual with the 4.3 liter v8 engine.
A manual gs430 would make more sense but I know what you mean. I have a 2001 gs430 that I’m fixing up to hopefully sell next spring. I gotta fix the ac condenser that sits behind the dash!
It fun to shift through the 6 speed auto, only real difference is you just lighten the throttle for a split second then bump it forward .Almost as satisfying! 2004 base
Recently purchased 2004 LS430 Luxury. 115k miles.
One owner, all maintenance done at Lexus dealership.
No regrets. None.
That's awesome and sounds similar to my car! Congrats and enjoy it. I'm at 130k now and found that my rear strut is leaking so will have to change that out next spring. So far, it's been a joy to own, super reliable and extremely comfortable on long trips.
I prefer the ES but let’s face it, Lexus = stability & reliability. Bought myself a 2010 last year & I can’t nitpick. All I do is change the oil.
I bet the es would feel more like my 5 series, tight and nimble but you are correct about stability and reliability.
I'm closing in on 10k miles and it's been fantastic. I've done mostly preventative maintenance but did noticed the rear strut is leaking slightly but the ride is still extremely smooth. I'll save that for next spring.
Why are you constantly fumbling with the sunshade and traction control?
Nobody is using the navigation, they are using the backup camera that is in the same space.
There are two Ts in the word button, why don't you use any of them?
Fumble has such a negative connotation and my observation was merely to point out the fact that as a use case engineer, someone should have thought that a small percentage of their cars will be equipped with the ultra luxury package so therefore makes more sense to have the buttons laid out differently. I would guess that they put the ultra luxury related buttons on top because of "prestige". A lot more goes into design and layout than most people would care to think.
How did you deduce that nobody uses the navigation systems in cars anymore? I love things that are made well with a lot of thought and care. It's one of the reasons I still use the navigation in my tsx.
I don't like Ts, only Ts I like are teas. Must be an Asian thing. 🖖
I'm not a big fan Ts
@@thecarchak But the buttons are in a perfectly fine place for the very rare use they are given.
I didn't say, "nobody uses the navigation systems in cars anymore." I said "nobody is using the navigation" you were referring to that is obsolete in that car's model year. Unless you want to pay for updates for 15 years.
Perfect seems objective does it not?
If it came with navigation, then I would use it. Navigation in my 2006/2008 cars works just fine still.
@@thecarchak 4:30 Make up your mind. Why are you so hung up on defending the navigation system after you said it's probably garbage?
Dunno if it's garbage, never used lexus navigation before but if it had it I would use it.
U mean 290 horses?
The us spec came with 278hp
@@thecarchak you are mistaken. Every LS430 globally has 290hp.
Literally was thinking the same thing also isn't the torque around 320-325 as well only because I want this as my everyday driver as well looking at 1 now
I read 290 for 2005 and older. The 2006 had lower hp because they needed to meet various emissions criteria. They reworked the vvt-i as well.
@@thecarchak no 2006 is the one that had 278 hp my 2002 is 290hp from what I've read
278? I thought it was 290
It's actually the same engine as the previous models but what happened in 06 was that the SAE (society of automotive engineers) revised the testing procedure for hp and torque hence the lower count. So it's probably has the same number of ponies but they're just counting them differently but the nice thing about these Japanese cars is that many of them are underrated so who knows what they have for hp/torque.
It's too bad you don't have the upgraded sound system and the GPS. A new GPS DVD isn't too expensive and easy to install.
I know! I have a 2001 gs430 nd I love the GPS unit in that car.
How many miles?
almost 119k miles now. :)
@@thecarchak that's low miles👍
Thanks. Bought it from one owner who paid cash for it and took it to the dealership for everything. I jumped on it when it came on the market. 😁
@@thecarchak the 5 speed ones still just as good?
Yes they are! I believe the 5 speed were the first batch of the 3rd gen (2000-2003). The 6 speed was introduced in 2003 but available from 2004 to 2006.
Very informative video. Looking at a 2005 LS 430 at a local Acura dealer. 154,000 miles, and a base model. They are asking $8,600. I am going to offer $6,500. I'm sure it's a trade-in. It's been there since the middle of May. Do you think they will accept my offer? Since it is used, I'm going to tell them that I intend to pay in cash. That might sweeten the deal for them.
I paid $7k for mine with 113k miles and 1 owner. Don't get attached to it and if they don't accept the offer, there will be more. 😎
Was the timing belt done already?
@@thecarchak I don't know about the belt. Thanks for bringing that to my attention. I know that's a big deal on the VVT interference engine. I will find out. Thanks for the reply.
Welcome. 9 years or 90k miles and I got a quote up here in the northeast for TB and water pump for around $1400. Keep that in mind when making your offer.
The car is too quiet. Oh fuck take this back to the dealership.
Thanks for watching and yea! lol I can almost hear myself think...
Gots costume luxury package. Amazon freaking car. Better than the 460. My opinion the best and last fine wine from Lexus. And yes I get you w the buttons and the cup holder on the way..
I looked at the 460 and wasn't impressed. Plus it doesn't have such stellar review like the 430.
I wanted to stay away from luxury package because of the air suspension. I already have an audi with air suspension and that gives me enough apprehension whenever I hit a pot hole or go over an expansion joint on the highway. 😂
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I guess you need to sell it to me 😂😂😂 sorry pal !
drive it some more and fig chitt out !!! every LS430 got a elec. button on the trunk lid to open it !!! ..... how often do you need to play w. the rear sun shade maker and traction off button !!??! regarding nav ..... go see one / get one ... its not only the navi but the better sound system and the all key less bits what makes it all so worthed !!! ,,,,, you got the base ..... ! mine is the ultra luxury add .... tvs in the headrests aso !! now 372k miles on it !!! best car ever !!!
I'm sure you'll get over 500,00 miles which is INSANE....
you got one of the cheapest trim models. because you don't even have push button start
With a starting price of $56,525, it's really not that cheap and I would expect a trunk release button in any car. It wasn't really a push to start button, they had an extension from the ignition that you can simply turn to start the car as long as the key was on your body. Pretty nifty indeed.
I’m fin get one and turbo charge it a lil older I think doe😆😆😆
sounds good!
Very treu I had one to every week in the dealership A6 4.2 2005 garbage 🗑 🤦
They're beautiful when new but as they age, oh my lord it's one thing after another. 😂.
So those are “ real issues “ with a car ?? Give me a break Men… you still a single men for sure 😂
What is REAL? Isn’t everything just subjective observations made through the fragmented mind of the observer?
The car is too quiet loll
😂. It really is!!! I don't know about you but the sensation of sounds adds to the surreal experience of automotive but I appreciate the pursuit of perfection from Lexus. It's quite a cruiser!
@@thecarchak That’s why I’m never getting rid of my 2006 Lexus LS430 truly a gem 💎 of a car🥰😎
My Avalon has cool seats and it’s an 08 🤦🏾♂️.
That's cool ( pun intended) 😂
your trunk struts may be roasted - cheap fix
Yup, I replaced it already. The trunk is like a zillion pounds so I can see why people are always replacing these struts
You. Are. A. Baby. Someone call a wambulance
The ls400 is more reliable than this.
I'll take your word for it since I've never been in LS400
Try not to say, “arigh” so much.
Alright, I'll try not to 😂