2008 Lexus LS 600h L Review...The $120,000 Hybrid No One Bought

2008 Lexus LS 600h L Review. This LS was the $120,000 hybrid no one bought. This ultra-luxury Lexus LS 600h L was a flagship hybrid that was created to rival V12 German saloons. The Lexus LS 600h L only came in extended wheelbase and AWD. Although the Lexus LS 600h L didn't sell well, we can now see what 12 years and nearly 200,000 miles has done to the experience of this flagship Lexus.
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[@MeynMotorGroup]

Well thanks for watching, apologies for being stupid and hope this never happens again. To make up for it, here is the link to the 08 LS460 review kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2qWiXqroqyGiKM

[@itzjdub282]

This the best riding car I've ever been in.

[@CD-vv8wh]

We found one of these today in immaculate condition at a tiny car lot. 1 owner, awesome upkeep! We had NO IDEA what we stumbled upon until we got behind the wheel! Such a blessing to find a rare and beautiful piece of machinery as this! The kiddos LOVE IT!

[@SupaHoon]

Any issues 7 months in. Still happy??

[@dibaz1]

What spec/year??

[@mechanicalintentions5431]

Just picked up a 08’ premium package II with the pre collision system with 188k miles. So nice!

[@dustinbeard3423]

I bought one of these this past October.. The Launch Edition is EXTREMELY rare. Only 100 of them were built and originally could only be ordered through the Neiman Marcus catalog. It sold out in less than an hour! I'm absolutely shocked they're selling such a rare and historically significant model at this price. It is the only Launch Edition other than mine that I've seen still in drivable condition and I've been monitoring nationwide listings since September 2019! I love mine and am trying hard to preserve it. Amazing car to drive or be a very pampered passenger in! Great video!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That's true Dustin I totally forgot yea this was that insane Neiman Marcus car that sold out quickly wow I totally forgot to mention that in the review lol thanks for stopping by

[@Syncopia]

I reckon it's the fact that it's an early model hybrid with considerable mileage.

[@umairbokhari9970]

Dustin - How can one find out which built number was a particular Launch Edition car out of the 100?

[@dustinbeard3423]

@@umairbokhari9970 I really don't know. I suppose you could try contacting Lexus itself and perhaps they could tell you. I have always wanted to know that information about my car as well.

[@richardschofield2201]

It's nice to see someone not criticising it because of the eCVT. I never understood why people don't like it because it's such a good and reliable and smooth transmission. Why would you want your luxury car to jerk at every gear change.

[@astonmarjo]

Eye opening review and I'm actually looking at buying one of these at the moment.💯👌👌

[@nichopaulu8395]

That was a great review! Don't worry about forgetting the record button, that happens sometimes. This is a really amazing car, as it was the first V8 hybrid and a very expensive Lexus. I only spotted one or two of these on the road in the past year. I noticed the driver monitoring sensor thingy atop the steering column. That's pretty cool-I don't think it was the world's first system but definitely a first for Lexus. It's nice to hear that the CVT and steering are more responsive than an LS460 of the same year, too. Again, this is great content!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Really appreciate that as always I've actually never seen one of these on the road before haha insanely rare car for sure

[@supremegpc]

Quit being so hard on yourself. The 600hl looks like something I’ll be going for very soon.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha perhaps but man these things are so rare to find I have never seen one on the road in my life let me know if you get one!

[@leos5722]

supremegpc I wouldn’t if I were you, those hybrid batteries are on their last lease of life. If the inverter goes that’s $10k, control arm knuckles, air shocks are also a problem. Don’t get me wrong it’s a nice car, but only if you can afford it.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

You are 1000% correct Leo this is why a warranty is absolutely mandatory no room for debate. It may rock a Lexus badge but parts still cost a fortune

[@supremegpc]

Leo S is there non-hybrid version? The suspension components are not a problem. I can deal with that. But the battery, that’s a no for me.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol check my pinned comment

[@michaelywong]

Great job - keep up the reviews!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks so much I really appreciate you stopping by

[@johndavidson1010]

Another great unbiased review Kevin. This car is on my to buy list. I currently have an 05 LS430 that will be hard to beat in the quiet comfortable ride department however looks like the LS600hL will top that.

[@Wizziniggaer]

I too have a 05 ls430 and looking right now at one that is being shown above

[@MatthewBHoth]

​@@WizziniggaerDid you end up getting it?

[@viczvapo]

@@MatthewBHothsame question, I have an ls400. Looking to upgrade.

[@alvinbattle82]

The intro is the best!!!!!! Love it

[@BrinkofSpeed]

Bro, excellent excellent review. Honestly, your voice-over was great! You are such a professional at what you do so you made me forget that it was a voice-over. It is sad that all the manufacturers that used to make cars go forever and drive the best are slowing going away from that. It seems like they are making them not last as long so you have to buy them more often. That thing was in excellent shape for its age and miles driven. You made me want that car so bad, I would love to own it just to have as a daily driver if I had a normal office job. Thanks again for your great reviews and all your hard work on KZbin! 😊👍👊

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you sir for that amazing comment I can't express to you how much I appreciate your kind words and support. I'm sure Clarence and Jason and the others on this KZbin journey appreciate you as well. Can't wait to see some more epic content from you

[@BrinkofSpeed]

Exhaust Sports Auto You’re very welcome my friend! You deserve a super successful KZbin channel for sure!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

You as well my friend!

[@johnwalker4251]

Thanks great review

[@caseyh1113]

I love this car, I recently made a car purchase and after few months of deciding I went with the 460 and I'm sure glad I did these cars are gems!! So smooth and plenty of power. I wanted a nice luxorious vehicle and it's fast as well,manual mode really brings it alive. Cruises at hi speeds like butter, hit 130mph np, really love it so smooth even without the air suspension. love you're videos bro love youre reviews I rarely rarely ever subscribe to anyone but I did to ur channel, I'm always on but only a hand full of subscriptions!!!!!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Casey I'm truly humbled thanks so much for your support. Massive congrats on your purchase as well it truly is an amazing car for sure and I'm super happy that you appreciate it. Def a used car gem thanks again for watching!

[@caseyh1113]

@@MeynMotorGroup fosho thanks bro! keep doing what ur doing!

[@ryansrides9714]

Great video, thank you!! Gorgeous car love the color combo inside!!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks Ryan I really appreciate that and I def agree great color combo take care my friend

[@ryansrides9714]

Exhaust Sports Auto you too thank you

[@oof8850]

I love the ls500 interior but the refinement of this one. I wish they combine them both for the next model.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That's the dream right. Honestlybthats what the 500 should have been but let me see If the TT F sport is any good before I really judge it

[@manuelkott8555]

Bought UK 2007 99k 2-owners ls600h L dark/cream with rear media/massage pack, 4-wheel-drive, self-parking, air suspension & full history. After 58 years driving, and probably 40 cars, a Nina Turner car: Simply The Best. First, full, service, £400/$500. April 75th birthday present to myself. The kids can buy me chamois cloths and once-a-year wax as my present: an excellent weekly job as healthy lockdown exercise.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That's epic

[@oof8850]

Love your reviews bro. Make a checklist for next time so you don't forget the mic :)

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol I know right. Mic was good I just hook it up directly now with a wire I didnt hit record tho first time ever

[@stopdrpnro]

Nice! Got an alert when it sold . Exact same as my 600. Considered that one but wanted black interior.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea it didn't last long haha

[@dvspeter]

I own one just like this but in right hand drive. They definitely aren't cheap to own but the experience is completely worth the cost of ownership. The powertrain is like nothing else ever built and will probably never be replicated again, and the cabin is almost faultless (notwithstanding a bit of wind noise I can't seem to get rid of). I do all my own repairs and maintenance and even so the cost of parts alone is usually more than the cost of parts and labour for your average sedan. Still planning on keeping this car forever though, there's just nothing else like it.

[@nassimnassim6019]

I heard the wind noise come from the two mirror outside, its their casings design that is flawed, i heard you can remove it by swaping their casings witth the 2013 one or so

[@stephentaege6255]

I own a 2007 Lexus gs 450 h its so fast absolutely beautiful to drive this is the next Lexus im going to buy in about 2 years great video 👍👍🤠🤠

[@holdenbaldassi3697]

How’s the 17 year old hybrid? I’ve seen a few

[@barbecuetechtips6024]

Going to go test drive a 2008 LS600H with 38k miles at a Lexus dealer.

[@whycar1951]

Great review!! Stay happy :)

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha thank you my friend appreciate you stopping by

[@whycar1951]

@@MeynMotorGroup no problem!! ;)

[@daveedo00004]

Just bought one 53k Miles, Can't wait for it to arrive.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Wow such a rare find you will enjoy it

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@Shawn Kemp warranty $2,000

[@mraiwa1000]

I'm looking into buying one with around 90k miles. How reliable has yours been so far?

[@ramzanshaikh1656]

First LED headlights car in world.

[@amymckee3137]

I bought it, and I still have it and love it!

[@MrNotredame21]

I’m curious why you still like the newer 2013 regular ls460 over this one. Can you comment on why you like the 2013-2017 reg ls460 over this one?

[@hcwollaston]

Crazy masterpiece.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I know right such a strange but great car

[@rafaeldelgadog]

Great review, do you know this headlights can fit in the same year ls460, these are so nice!!!!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

They should! But I don't know about the wiring

[@drewlim564]

Hi! Love the vid! Planning to buy a used 2007 Ls460L (4 Seater) with only 20k miles. What’re the things that I should look out for?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKCpkH6EpLt_oqs Just all of these things and a brake actuator that costs like 3 grand lol. In short get a warranty

[@darchophil]

Brake actuator and control arms . Apart from that u are fine . Airplane on the road

[@MrCarguy2]

The largest displacement engine ever fit to production CVT transmission? Wow Man I know I have said this before but your channel produces content way more substantial your views would suggest. This is the literal western iteration of the Toyota Century. I would say I'm amazed for that of the line acceleration.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I def appreciate that sir. Yea that is true this is the Toyota Century for us in the states and the new century still uses this same powerplant which is crazy

[@allantaylor3288]

Fantastic car. Anyone know what the life expectancy of the batteries are in these and today’s cost to replace them if need be?

[@falconxample]

“Ennocar” is selling one for around 2300$ without shipping, I know because I should replace mine “one day”

[@christofonobrown3659]

I just replaced mine at 150,000 miles. Because it is a rare car there were no rebuilds available so got a Lexus one at a dealer for $4500 + 4.5 labor hours + tax.

[@savjottoor7910]

I like the sarcasm

[@christofonobrown3659]

Owned a launch edition for over a year now and wanted to point out that the 2013-2017 air suspension parts and control arms superseded (and fit) the 2008-2012. Finishing up this retrofit on mine, so the difference in ride if you go this route would come down to the reinforced body on the 2017 for what it’s worth.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you for sharing this valuable insight my friend!

[@seanclarke4061]

Thanks kevin! Looking at these for sale for aroung 16grand haha. I love lexus

[@MeynMotorGroup]

No worries my friend but I would also suggest looking into the ES and RX as they are still great luxury products but less problematic

[@itzjdub282]

I have a 2008 in pearl white will a black interior. The suspension is faulty in all LS if this generation. I had to replace the battery at 125k. Those were the only issues. Instant torque machine

[@itzM3Boo]

Which battery did you replace?

[@itzjdub282]

@@itzM3Boo I changed the regular battery initially which was around $400. Then I was advised that my hybrid battery needed to be replaced. A refurbished hybrid battery cost me around 4k. A new one is around 10k.

[@marcuscarr6673]

Cant wait till friday. Found 1 on Carguru flying to East Windsor Connecticut A1 Auto to pick it up. Driving it back to ohio. Nice

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Wow that is incredible, I hope you get a warranty my friend

[@aladinsarsipeus]

Hey Marcus.. what has the experience with this car been like over the past year?

[@dibaz1]

Any updates????

[@MiguelRPD]

Wow they went fucking crazy with the headlights.

[@paulandrebeccak5680]

No need to apologize, the voiceover was quality work! I wonder how long the battery will last. We have a 2017 L CPO with 62k, air ride and it’s great, but I wish the arm rests had more padding, buttons were better quality and the tech was better (for $99k new, no Apple CarPlay?). I am watching very closely the 2021 G80, there’s a lot I miss of our Stinger GT2 and that G80 will be like a luxury Stinger! I should keep the LS 3 more years with unlimited mileage warranty, but we’ll see! 😆

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I appreciate that my friend glad you enjoyed. You got an awesome ride right there haha one of the greatest modern day Lexus cars and luxury cars in general you can buy. New G80 should be great I'm missing the V8 but oh well tech and luxury will be immense for sure. Thanks again for watching

[@paulandrebeccak5680]

Exhaust Sports Auto yeah, the V8 is pretty sweet and sometimes I rev it (no rev limiter) because the sound is so great! It’s a sound that won’t be around in another 10+ years. Thank goodness for CPO because the first guy can absorb $50k in depreciation; usually I am that guy, but I can’t afford to play that game in the almost 6 figures new territory! The stinger’s radar cruise was superior to the LS, that’s disappointing. But as you know, the Stinger wasn’t perfect either, no car is. But it’s fun (albeit very expensive) to try to find one that is! Thanks Kevin for the entertainment and for showing us the entire LS lineup, especially when we are on lockdown!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea this lock down stuff is crazy hope you and your family take care during these times

[@CrackheadBeaver]

Is this the launch edition?

[@ganasnaidoo3914]

How do I upgrade my LS 600 2011 navigationp

[@livelrge1]

You forgot to mention the massaging chair in the passenger side in the back and how it reclines & footrest pops up.

[@kgisabeast]

I’ve actually seen a good handful of these around, someone parked next to my GS460 the other day with one. I think most people would be afraid of the hybrid system possibly failing on these, I think they had air suspension as well.

[@SocraticMind89]

Lukas the ones with out air suspensions are super rare

[@udontknowmeg7254]

The GS 460 is just as rare

[@christofonobrown3659]

I think the 600’s were all Ultra Luxury spec in the USA, while the exec package was optional.

[@SocraticMind89]

It was the first with full led head lights the Audi R8 has the first day time led running lights like every freaking car in the market has

[@keny9661]

Hi Kevin,I have been watching your videos and I am in the position of buying a 2007 Lexus LS600hL from a Lexus dealer in UK. I intend to use this Lexus for about 3 months and about 3000 to 4000 miles per year, the 12V battery will be disconnected when it is not in use. I would be grateful if you can give me your honest suggestion that if this Lexus LS600hL would fit in my lifestyle without shorten the life of the main hybrid battery ? Thanks

[@chrisali2173]

Is there even a 12v battery? From what I've read, a dead hybrid battery renders the car undriveable, which suggests not.

[@jamesanderson4014]

I noticed the headlights are different. Is this a plug-in or self charging in this 600hL?? If this had a panoramic roof I believe folks would have gone crazy. Always, a great review.

[@robiro856]

Zen auto high ride nice fuel delivery Ace in the pack Lexus LS600HL Simply perfect 🇯🇵💯

[@papagen00]

Nice. Next you have to drive the MY13+ LS600hL

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Wow where did you get that machine haha one of the rarest cars ever must be a beast to pilot!

[@azaadbharat6625]

What’s an MY13+ ?

[@josephcacho5380]

Will it still have the same air suspension issues as the 460?

[@christofonobrown3659]

Yes, just sooner because it is 1000lbs heavier. Same parts.

[@RahzAlGhul]

Just so I’m updated does this exceed the driving experience of the 2013-2017 LS460? In terms of comfort and smoothness

[@MeynMotorGroup]

No this is an old car

[@itzjdub282]

This car has a ton of features. I bought my from CA. I thought I was buying the rear reclining seats. I was a bit disappointed. But I got over it.

[@scottsmith6571]

U didn’t check it out

[@scottsmith6571]

That’s what I want

[@scottsmith6571]

The main reason I’d buy it

[@jonahpierce3523]

How much does this cost to insure? Thanks!

[@ryanbrandt3374]

How much did it cost to register?

[@MrBazsi888]

I bought one for a bang deal but mine is only a normal shorter wheelbase 600h from 2007. Strange that somebody says it was released in 2008, but actually 2007 was the first batch.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Nice

[@christofonobrown3659]

My launch edition was built in 2007. I think Europe got it as a 2007 model and USA got it as a 2008 model 🤔

[@davidmwood560]

Air-ride is there for a reason. No body roll and a much smoother ride.~~

[@andrewjacobson556]

I didn't know the LS got the 5.0 litre? Sweet

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea pretty rare model my friend I think 2016 was the final model year

[@itzjdub282]

Put a concert DVD and the Mark Levinson sound system sounds better than a live concert

[@hcwollaston]

How in the world did Toyota/Lexus pull off this flawless unobtrusive CVT (which in your assessment, Kevin, is smoother than their 8-speed automatic) in 2008, but has been unable to replicate this in any of their other models until this day? Is a huge displacement hybrid engine the optimal partner for a CVT?

[@christofonobrown3659]

Yes, first car I’ve ever driven that benefitted from the CVT. Sits around 1500-2000rpm unless you get on it.

[@alexroshko3239]

I’m interested in buying this exact car. How was the condition of the car overall and the drive ability. I saw on the Lexus service history it seemed to be having some problems with the hybrid battery around the mileage it has now when it was traded in.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

This particular car drove incredibly well that was def the highlight for me it stopped, it turned, drivetrain responded smoothly and efficiently. If you are referring to the exact car I drove at Cary Imports here really the only flaws I found were in the interior few minor rips and tears one in the headliner few small ones in the driver seat and steering wheel had some wear. I personally thought condition was great for a car with that many miles. If you really want this car from Cary Imports call and ask about their warranties because they offer some great ones from Penn they are open right now they're good people and very honest. Owners are Adam and Scott and Robert as well as Garrett work there also great dudes but they will def answer any questions you have

[@keithlintt]

Get a near new ES model instead of a 150k+ ls model.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Bad advice

[@alexroshko3239]

Exhaust Sports Auto I bought a 2010 LS460 L with every possible option, and the same color as the 600HL in this vid. Couldn’t be more happy.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

An ES doesn't hold a candle to the car you just bought. Phenomenal automobile massive congrats

[@theodoreyoung8777]

YEA BRO GETTING READY TO WATCH IT NOW THANX 😉

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha I appreciate it my friend thanks always for the support

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Exhaust Sports Auto Never a problem bro stay safe 😎

[@MeynMotorGroup]

You as well!

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Exhaust Sports Auto 👍🏾✊🏾

[@damodoc]

I just bought one today 😅

[@dibaz1]

Give us all an update?????

[@MatthewBHoth]

Update!!!

[@damianflores6162]

Are massage seats standard on all Ls600hl?

[@rbishop3270]

No

[@damianflores6162]

@@rbishop3270 do the massage seats only come on the executive package?

[@LeeePowers]

One just came up in the Bay. The one in Modesto has executive rear seat console package. Dont need that.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

These will usually come with that it's the top.of.the line car back.then

[@LeeePowers]

@@MeynMotorGroup more come without it than you think. I used to want one,but didnt want passengers to feel too luxurious.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hahahahaha yea I understand lol the regular non hybrid ones didnt come with the rear seating package for most like My 460 didn't have half the stuff this car did

[@edcain3676]

When the rear pass.seat options were started W/ the Ls430,U Could Get just Reg.Luxury pkg.if U Didn' t want the ULTRA.Expnsv.Pkg.That Kept price down some.Great on the LS600 for Limo.Use,But Not Enough Lugg.Spce.for Limo

[@Emvevo212]

The control arms are a big break-down. Lexus didn't build the suspension of this car well. Control arms breaks down rally fast

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I can.live with that I can't live with the brake actuator that costs 3 grand to replace but honestly just.get the warranty if you want this car or the 460

[@Toyota4Life]

@@MeynMotorGroup where are we gonna get a warranty from now ?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@Toyota4Life Hendrick AutoGuard, chain store dealers, or just skip these old turds and lease a new car

[@christofonobrown3659]

Replacing them every 125,000 miles is not that big a deal.

[@MC89396]

Found one with 60k miles for $20k. What do you think price point wise?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

seems right just be sure to pay up for that warranty!

[@blake031299]

@@MeynMotorGroup why?

[@encapsulatio]

So the 2020 LS is inferior in comfort? How do you de-evolve so much as a company?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea the LS500h is def devolved from this and it's such a shame. But check out my regular LS500 and LS500 F sport reviews I liked those cars a lot more

[@encapsulatio]

@@MeynMotorGroup Which one between LS500 and LS500 F is more comfortable and is it still inferior to LS600h L in comfort while on the road?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

LS500 F sport is great def the one I would choose they're all stupid comfortable LS500h just felt weird, wallowy, and pumped in audio was so loud

[@encapsulatio]

@@MeynMotorGroup what about the rest of my question?Thanks!

[@encapsulatio]

@@MeynMotorGroup LS500 F vs LS600h L. Which one is the most comfortable?

[@Excalabur50]

Dude you're human so calm your farm it's all good :)

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol I was so pissed when I went to turn that record button off only to hear the record sound haha. True we are homo sapiens

[@Excalabur50]

@@MeynMotorGroup Just remember buddy Shit Happens! it's just the depth that varies :)

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Very very true my friend

[@MrYASSER111]

The new Toyota Century have the same hybird system

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I saw I love the looks of that car

[@REBUKED1]

I have a 2008 460, but I would be horrified with repair costs of the 600 hybrid system.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea don't buy luxury cars without a warranty

[@drj2039]

Dude you need to try out the LS500 twin turbo V6, that new engine sounds epic on paper at least (haven't heard or seen it myself)

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That's what I'm saying someone needs to give me one preferably F sport to review. I HATED the pumped in audio they did for the hybrid there was no reason for it this car doesnt do it and its whisper quiet

[@drj2039]

@@MeynMotorGroup yeah I remember watching a review of the GSF and they said you can thankfully turn off the fake noise

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yup it is crazy how they offer that option in their performance cars but not their flagship cruiser luxury car

[@edcain3676]

One Reason they Weren't so popular,Was the Hybrid Crap Took up half the Trunk space.& prices didn't drop as Much as they should have,Prob.Because of those rear pass.options on rear seat,massage & Reclining & cooler in armrest

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea trunk was def compromised usable but noticeably smaller than the 460. I think price tho was the main concern lol

[@jspope2008]

I thought this was a CVT gearbox?

[@whycar1951]

Hey man, Would you get the lexus ls600 or the vw phaeton 3.0 v6 2008. What do you think about the phaeton...i mean its also a crazy machine...

[@whycar1951]

The lexus might be more expensive to buy used but its not as expensive to maintain as the phaeton.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Honestly I would just skip both and get either an ES or RX

[@whycar1951]

But why exactly skip on the ls600?

[@michaelgrant5258]

Interesting, your review model doesn't have the executive package with rear ottoman and tray. So that's not the top trim LS600h. If I was gonna spend money on a 600h, it would have to have a Shiatsu massager & foot extender. I have to give the LS 500 props for the EXECUTIVE PACKAGE WITH KIRIKO GLASS. That being said this car is more than 99% of what the population doesn't need. I would be rather have a top trim ES 300H ultra luxury or MKZ black label since they focus just as much on luxury, with a focus on the driver rather than all on the rear passenger. The lincoln has massaging front seats & plays calming music just like a flag ship lol

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I noticed no message function for this launch edition perhaps they added that in the latter years since this was like the first model year of the 600

[@ginmador9824]

Cvt? Or planetary?

[@pianoplayer2516]

Planetary gearset that mimics a CVT(E-CVT)

[@lampham7055]

I have 2009 LS600hl with 74000 mile Maroon color. Really good conditions, if someone want buy just let me know

[@gregbee891]

I know it's worth every $ u want for it can u shot me number.

[@gregbee891]

Shoot me a number

[@lampham7055]

Sent my emails. That easily sent your picture of the LS600HL. [e-mail]

[@jeffyu8854]

I will like to buy this car for sure, but I do not have enough money for it. Lol🤷

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Well this one is sold but these cars are super rare, im sure you can be happy with a 460 with a warranty

[@manuelkott8555]

The experience of owning and driving this vehicle is superlative. I’ve driven VW Bentleys & BMW Rollers of this vintage. Far far more expensive and less sumptuous. For what? Bragging rights at the Club? Sure, an air suspension tower will cost me $3+k from Japan, Lexus UK parts are priced for silly millionaires. And I’ll have had a ton of fun before the Corona gets me. As will the grandkids as they’ll have played with the rear-seat pack: marvellous memories for them when they get to 75 and are only permitted to ride in soul-less robot taxis. Don’t get me wrong, a small Honda is a fun piece of reliable efficient engineering.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Great sum up good perspectives

[@caseyh1113]

Hey I keep hearing u say there's an on center deadness in the earlier models and it went away in the 2013 but sorry if I sound stupid but I don't get what u mean I've been trying to figure out what ur saying so I'm like fuck it I'll just ask u lol I want to see if I notice it in mine?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Oh you're good I'm so sorry for not explaining properly. Yea all I mean by that is when you're kind of driving straight say on a highway and you dart the steering around a bit like some quick turns but the car doesnt move in either direction. All it means is you need to turn the wheel more to make the car turn so that's what I mean by center deadness you can wiggle but car wont move lol. Usually the bigger wheels you put on a car you can make the steering react better however bigger wheels of course make your car ride worse so that's the trade off hopefully that makes sense please let me know if I need to explain it better

[@caseyh1113]

@@MeynMotorGroup o ok that makes sense, I've experienced that in big vans and trucks, I drive them for a living. Hmmm I never noticed one bit in my 07 ls460,I mean how many different ls460 have u driven? Is it possible that it may have been an issue for the specific vehicle u were driving and not something ever 07 to 2012 had? I'm gonna go test mine right now, I've never noticed and thought it turned precisely and super tight ,I move wheel an inch in anyway and it moves instantly, but I will do an actually test looking for it, I'm just surprised to hear that cause I'm very picky with how stuff is and I no that would bug the hell out of me and I haven't noticed so I feel like its not happening going to go test right now I'll let you no.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@caseyh1113 So yea I only owned and drove my 08 460 the only other 460 I drove was the newer 2013 model. This 600 however is the same year as the 460 and the same car other than the drivetrain and it did not have the same issues I had with the steering. The key difference with this 600 vs the 460 I owned was the 19 inch wheels this 600 had, my 460 had 18 inch wheels. Does your 460 have 19 inch wheels?

[@caseyh1113]

@@MeynMotorGroup good morning bro no I have the chrome 18 on mine and I did a big test and u are mistaken on that year having that problem I believe its specifically the car u were driving, I wanted to clarify cause it's a big deal to me if it's an all around problem on stock ls460 from 07 to 12 but, my neibor also has one and he let me test his aswell it's same 18 inch model and no issue there either. I did all this yesterday was bugging me bad lol

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It very well could just be my car couple people in the Lexus forums and comments section agreed with me but many were like you and didnt notice anything. It wasnt really big deal I also had trash eco tires on my car that can also play a role. This 08 600 didnt have that issue either

[@WaheedKhan-ly9xh]

It does have the screen on the roof in the back

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yes it did but it was stuck and I couldn't open it and I didnt want to break it Haha

[@WaheedKhan-ly9xh]

@@MeynMotorGroup yeah probably was missing the remote control that opens it

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Perhaps yes I dont think physically prying at was going to work lol

[@johntrujillo8413]

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[@michaelgrant5258]

7:03 is that a bubble on the tire?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Y'all being seeing everything lol no idea tho

[@michaelgrant5258]

@@MeynMotorGroup My call sign is "EAGLE EYE" www.rmeurosport.com/inventory/2014-lexus-ls-600h-l-/182970

[@Kogaion78]

is that real wood ?........

[@tuanas458]

The 2020 LS is such a dissapointment lol.

[@LilRick96]

I wanna polish this cars paint so bad,I see the rotary buffer holograms 😂😭

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I think they will detail it again they have a whole detail squad on deck lol

[@CravenTheDarkLord]

first - stay healthy and sociall distant

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol that's what they tell us

[@adamkatamesh5626]

CVT’s don’t shift lolol

[@mrgreen2646]

People who can afford a 120k car would never buy a lexus thats why.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Why dont they want a good car?

[@mrgreen2646]

@@MeynMotorGroup im sure they do, it just seems people would that income go german

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I know what you mean i was just pulling your leg people want big S classes and all at this level they might even try leasing a Bentley if that's in the realm of possibility. This car during its inception anyways was praised for being cutting edge but nobody was going to spend that money they wont even spend that today

[@mrgreen2646]

@@MeynMotorGroup for that money ill get a used toyota and a house lol

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Used Toyota anything will forever be the no nonsense choice saving the most money

[@monsieurmike2072]

Just a glorified Toyota camry with all the bells and whistles with a L on the front grill. It's never a great investment brand new. Absolutely no resale value. It's probably worth 25K in 2020 preowned. Maintenance is a bitch for these LEXUS lux hybrids. Be prepared to spend. My buddy sold his 2013 for 35K and he was happy to get rid of it. He took a loss but he didn't mind at all. He just wanted it gone. What a nightmare to owned. Don't let the luxury details fool you. You really don't use it that much unless you are always the passenger on the right side where you can just lounge back and enjoy the ride. As the driver you are just driving an electric glorified car. Good luck for folks who wants to owned one of these. You better of buying a S series Mercedes Benz more bang for your buck.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Do you and your brother just cycle to work?

[@monsieurmike2072]

@@MeynMotorGroup ....what brother???. I never mentioned any brother in my comment 🤔...as for cycling to work. What's wrong with that if I did. I actually live in NYC..riding a bicycle is not that bad and you burn calories and stay in shape at the same time..😉👍

[@Toyota4Life]

Calling this a Toyota Camry is like calling a Honda civic a Ferrari

[@christofonobrown3659]

Heck, I’m just happy to hear that 2008 M-B S-classes are trouble free. 🎉

[@dibaz1]

I would love to buy the LS600HL F sport 2013/16? So hard to find! 👍🤦🏼‍♂️🇺🇸

[@MeynMotorGroup]

You're better off just leasing a new ES 300h

[@gerardshort531]

It has the hated CVT gearbox