Cheap High Miles $1500 2002 Lexus LS430 6 Month Ownership Update and POV Drive

[@jaleeckflathead9640]

I spend $1500 for my 2001 ls430. Bought it with my first stimulus check last month. Now I have a reliable car for work.

[@youtoobe169]

Congrats on the car!

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Congrats I own a 2006 and I’m never getting rid of mines 😎

[@bobbyhill4460]

how much miles

[@jaleeckflathead9640]

@@bobbyhill4460 203k

[@jaleeckflathead9640]

@@theodoreyoung8777 thanks me too. This car is fun to drive.

[@amandap4545]

I just bought a 2007 ES 350 for 4k, with 214k miles. One owner, older lady that took phenomenal care of it, all records show it was taken to Lexus dealership for maintenance. I never owned a Lexus before and its the smoothest car I have ever driven. Its SO amazing! And almost looks brand new. My parents couldn't believe its 14yrs old. Never going back to anything else.

[@youtoobe169]

Sounds like a great deal, congrats! It will probably be a great car for you for years to come!

[@appleormac]

how did you find a car with one owner? What site did you use? Or did you just know her?

[@craigcaron3367]

Just purchased a "05" LS 430 90k! It has the Ultra Luxury Package! This car is the Shit!!

[@m.simpson6843]

That compares with a R R.

[@JohnDoe-ir2ft]

I just bought an 04 sl430 with sport suspension option. It has 109 thousand miles and is almost perfect. I payed 6500 and am very happy with it.

[@youtoobe169]

Sounds like a good deal for the miles and condition! Congrats!

[@johntaki2704]

Where do you find these 😭

[@lolmock25]

Great price up in mass ones with 150k go for 7+

[@mraiwa1000]

Sounds like you got a good deal. These cars seem to hold value well for being as old as they are. I'm contemplating buying an 05 modern luxury package with 99k miles on it for $7000. I can't believe how well the interior looks in the video after 247k miles!

[@jurgenwauters2237]

In Belgium you could pay around 13 K for that.

[@gabegarcia7779]

273k miles on my 2003 LS430 last time the timing was done was 91k miles and nothing else but brakes rotors and oil changes that’s it! Pretty easy cars to work on reminds me of trucks

[@youtoobe169]

Yeah they are pretty easy to work on. It was surprising.

[@kgisabeast]

You should definitely get that timing belt changed, the engine is toast if it breaks. They’re supposed to be changed every 90k

[@scarea2691]

@christ1313 yes I vouch for this guy. My friend ruined her engine at 131k because the timing belt broke

[@SilverShrimpTX]

I got an 03' LS430 myself, every 100K miles, you need Timing belt and water pump replaced, and new Spark Plugs put in(Iridium, not copper), if you want that car to last you

[@ninstendo1416]

We need more updates!!!!! The fact that i just bought this car makes me excited af to see how long these things last

[@saywhut2477]

Take care of it and it'll last you for a good time

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

You'll probably get over 300,000 no problem...

[@beanburritoamigo]

How's she doing?

[@chiefbeef2059]

Just change the timing belt every 90k and spark plugs every 40k and it will last forever

[@eazy_bread5587]

How’s it going? I just got one too

[@mj28inpa]

Hands down one of the BEST cars ever made and one of my favorites!

[@youtoobe169]

Yes they are amazingly well built cars that hold up well over time and miles.

[@SilverShrimpTX]

LS430 BEST CAR EVER MADE+++++ Own a 03' with 225K miles on it, still runs like a dream!

[@youtoobe169]

Yes they are fantastic cars!

[@CarlosRhodesmusic]

I have a 2002 LS 430 the best car I ever owned I love my baby

[@chrispritchard4676]

Thank you for your video. I have an 05, and it is useful to know what to look out for. After a lifetime of numerous cars this LS430 is in a class of its own.

[@youtoobe169]

I appreciate the positive comment. They are really amazing cars.

[@betorocha6125]

These are great rides! Bought my second ls430 couple weeks ago. Sold my last one last year. Had to get another one. First one was a 2006 flint mica and now I have a 2004 cypress pearl.

[@youtoobe169]

Sounds nice, thanks for sharing!

[@joeschmo4170]

Nothing touches the ls430. It really is that good. I am two in so far

[@youtoobe169]

Yes they are amazing!

[@t.l.robinson2162]

The valve cover gaskets are very durable. Usually you just need to retorque the valve cover bolts.

[@youtoobe169]

That slowed it down for a few months but evetually the leak came back full force.

[@austinharding615]

great video very helpful! just picked up one in similar condition to yours at 241k for $500.

[@youtoobe169]

Congrats, that's a great deal! Did you make any videos of it?

[@medicalnegligence]

Have the UL edition. The only anxiety I have is with the air suspension.

[@youtoobe169]

Air suspension isn't really as bad as people say it is. Yes, sometimes it does go wrong, but generally it's not a bad system.

[@cocmaster4474]

This ain't no bmw or Mercedes Benz so you won't have to worry about the air suspension... Last as long as a normal suspension would...

[@rahulvinalnarayan9743]

You can always change it to spring suspension if it gets bad.

[@MysticM4]

Love this car, bought a 2003 ls430 for $2,500 and it only had 97k miles, already added a aux cord and bought a bluetooth adapter, now im looking for a decent exhaust for the car or im probably going to do a muffler delete.

[@youtoobe169]

Congrats! They are very reliable cars and fun to drive

[@ritabaldwin3068]

WOW!!! You got a deal!!

[@rainersemsch6384]

check speed academy, they did exactly that

[@jannickjeppesen4218]

Sweet car... i so envy the prices you have over there. I just bought a 13 year old gs 450h here in denmark, 142.000 km, price... hold on.. 31500$ yep, that used car prices in Denmark for you 🤬😢 but i love it 👍🏻

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Best car ever I know I own a 2006 and never getting rid of mines 😎

[@ninstendo1416]

Just bought an 04 with 115k miles on it for $6k and fuuuck im in love. Never buying another car again. I plan to keep this til i DIE lmao

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Ninstendo Lol yes sir now u know 😎

[@vce.john1734]

Theodore Young in a Vietnamese area I’ve seen few of these clean ls430 being lowered it make me want one now

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Loudmanv8 Nice get one bro u won’t be disappointed

[@jasondinner]

@@ninstendo1416 i feel the same way! Though I will keep an eye out for low mileage examples so i can maybe grab them up when they become available. Also just bought an 05 LX470 with 237K miles and its almost as awesome

[@andrewvillanueva4222]

I have a 2001 lexus ls430. It has 325,000 miles. Original alternator and starter. Original engine and transmission. Just regular maintenance. Mechanics say this car will go over 500,000 miles with regular maintenance.

[@youtoobe169]

Easily 500K miles. They are incredibly well built cars.

[@Sc0teeBe318]

Beautiful car! I have a 98 Lexus LS400 myself with 274,00 miles on it. It recently developed a bad misfire also. The only codes I've been able to pull up are for misfires on the odd numbered cylinders and a random misfire code. No code saying what is causing the misfire. It is intermittent though. Sometimes it will misfire terribly at idle everytime I stop. Other times it runs smooth the whole day. I take the same route everyday which is a 30 minute drive one way. Could it be a VVT solenoid, an Oil Contol Valve, or something else? I've been puzzled by this. It only seems to get better as I drive it more which is weird. I haven't done anything to it.

[@youtoobe169]

Had a similar problem on mine when I first bought it. It was the VVT Sensor which I believe is also called the oil control valve. Was easy to replace and solved my issue. I also had a code for the VVT though.

[@Sc0teeBe318]

@@youtoobe169 thanks for your input. I'll check into replacing that. I don't have a code for that but the scan tool at Orileys could be very limited in what it can pull up. I'm not sure. If the oil control valve is sticking it could be intermittent. Maybe it sticks sometimes and othetimes it doesn't. Does oil actually run through it?

[@donniesaunders1376]

Maaan you are flying on that road- I can hear them horses

[@youtoobe169]

Back country roads are great!

[@richardcasey7521]

I have a 2004 LS430 with 85,000 on it, bought last summer. It drives like a brand new car.

[@youtoobe169]

I just drove mine on a 6 hour trip, and now with 248,500 miles I can say it still drives like brand new also. They are such well built cars!

[@alanjohnson2528]

ive had 2 ls400 and now i own a 02 ls430 with 65th klms.... im sure it will last a long time ..also have an sc430 and rx300 excellent cars

[@youtoobe169]

Sounds like a nice Lexus collection!

[@ritabaldwin3068]

How much did you pay for your ‘02 if you don’t mind me asking

[@wholeNwon]

22.5 yr with my '98 LS400 and I'll probably never part with it. Strangers still ask if it might be for sale! No one ever asked if they could buy my Mercedes!

[@youtoobe169]

Nice! I wish I could keep a car that long!

[@wholeNwon]

@@youtoobe169 You can and with minimal care, if it's an LS400 or 430.

[@amandap4545]

Thats amazing!! These cars are unbelievable. Ever since i bought mines a few weeks ago, I am obsessed! Cant stop watching these types of videos. Lol

[@wholeNwon]

@@amandap4545 Which one do you have?

[@BayAreaWrecker]

Bro here in the bay area people are still asking 2500+ for a high mileage , torn interior and rough exterior

[@youtoobe169]

Cars in California are a whole different ballgame than pretty much anywhere else in the US

[@boyasia5874]

@@youtoobe169 please need advise.. saw a 2003 Lexus ls 430. 244k on the clock for $5k Is it worth it..

[@youtoobe169]

@@boyasia5874 Probably not, but the condition, maintenance history and what it needs are all very important. If it looks like it rolled off the showroom floor and needs nothing, then maybe it's worth it. Check it over very carefully and review all the service history in detail.

[@boyasia5874]

@@youtoobe169 thanks. It is 18 years old , not in showroom condition with fading of the bumper but very clean interior.. I will need to see the carfax. Is a 3k offer to purchase reasonable if the carfax is ok? Thanks again.

[@youtoobe169]

@@boyasia5874 Make sure timing belt and all components have been done recently, that AC, heat and everyting works, and no oil leaks. Then maybe $3K is reasonable.

[@melissatreadwell181]

These cars are amazing. Hubby and I just bought our tTHIRD LS430. Number 1 was a base model 2001. Number 2 was a wine Ultra Luxury package, 2003, I just bought number 3, 2004 with an Ultra Luxury package. This car with spoil a girl in a hurry. (Will soon sell the 2003 for 8,000)

[@ritabaldwin3068]

Why sell the ‘03 and not your ‘01? Just curious

[@eazy_bread5587]

@@ritabaldwin3068 2001’s were better

[@ritabaldwin3068]

@@eazy_bread5587 I own a 2001 with 60k and I agree it is an amazing car! Every time I take it for service or to have it washed someone wants to buy it and I was considering selling!

[@eazy_bread5587]

@@ritabaldwin3068 damn that’s awesome. Crazy I just bought a 01 little over a week ago and I already want another one. 134k miles on mine tho

[@ritabaldwin3068]

@@eazy_bread5587 Awesome!! Every time I think I’m ready to sell I read comments on here and on the Lexus forum then I immediately change my mind! Lol

[@rick15666]

Does your trim level have the air ride suspension? Replaced with standard shocks? Sounds super healthy. Nice and quiet, I want one!

[@youtoobe169]

It has the standard shocks from the factory. I think only the Ultra Luxury trim had the air ride

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

@@youtoobe169 Is the ride still smooth with the factory shocks????

[@youtoobe169]

@@mercedesbenzs600bash Oh yeah, it handles great and is nice and smooth. I am guessing the prior owners at some point had all that replaced.

[@weld3z]

With this specific model the only big problem is the hydraulic system.

[@youtoobe169]

This one wasn't equipped with that

[@Maybe1Someday]

My 04 ls430 doesn't have a transmission dipstick. I do pray though

[@youtoobe169]

I think you can still check the level, but you may need a scanner or at least a laser thermometer

[@BC_CARS]

I’m fairly certain that there’s a maintenance tab in the the center infotainment. It’s deep in there but I’m pretty sure there is

[@apesintanks162]

Do research on KZbin toyota sealed transmission oil change, its simple but no easy

[@legitballin1986]

I currently own a 2002 LS430. I bought it with 94k about 5 years ago. I love the car. I need to get some repairs done. Currently it has about 163k. Great car but it can get pricey if you can’t diy. Timing and everything changed at 150k. Currently has a engine light. Besides it taking premium gas. I love it. But I think it’s time to downgrade. If anyone is interested or can help me figure out what’s wrong. Please feel free to reach out. I’d like to find some forums. Help me please.

[@youtoobe169]

Pull the code and tell me what it is. check out clublexus.com

[@SilverShrimpTX]

Never put Premium Gas in my 03' LS430 not even once!!!! Still rides like a dream

[@mandop8326]

Looks like your alignment might be slightly off. I see your steering wheel tilted left on the straight sways.

[@youtoobe169]

That bothered me at first, but I figured on a $1500 car I can let it go. The biggest thing is that the tires wear evenly, so I think it's just the steering wheel off center but actual alignment is OK.

[@appleormac]

what kind of camera did u use to record this?

[@youtoobe169]

It's actually a really old one. Gopro hero 4

[@jeromewilliams593]

Hey nice video. I have a 03 Lexus ls430. Did you have any problems with your lower control arms thanks

[@youtoobe169]

Not in the year or so that I owned it, but I don't know if prior owners replaced them.

[@javi_e]

I got an ‘02 LS430 with under 50k miles. But now the touchscreen that controls the navigation and a/c is unresponsive. I don’t know what’s my next step. It’s a bummer that the a/c relies on the touchscreen.

[@gabegarcia7779]

Might just need new wire harness and change the fuses out the fuse box

[@javi_e]

Gabriel Huanosto Thanks, I’ll check that out. I’m also considering on buying the repair manual, but it’s pricey. Since I can’t find guides online.

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

That's definitely ridiculous,I'll definitely pass on that touch screen when I'm ready to buy...

[@javi_e]

@@mercedesbenzs600bash I would of done the same, but unfortunately I didn't research the car in depth. Heck, when I got it, it was working flawlessly.

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

Hopefully the repair isn't to costly...

[@joshbalhuizen7267]

what kind of camera did you use?

[@youtoobe169]

Gopro hero 4

[@logger711]

Holy crap so your car has done around 390,000 kilometers, shit I need to get me one asap

[@youtoobe169]

THey are very well built cars!

[@wordpressobsessed9067]

This car is available in my area with 125,000 miles, owner wants $5500. haven't seen it yet, but if all things look good, what do you think I should offer for it?

[@wordpressobsessed9067]

Update: sold in a few hours. bummer

[@theodoreyoung8777]

wordpressobsessed Not surprised whenever available these cars sell like hot cakes I own a 2006 and never getting rid of mines 😎

[@cocmaster4474]

@@theodoreyoung8777 don't... Prices are starting spike

[@theodoreyoung8777]

CoC Master Thanx bro and I ain’t even keeping for that reason I’m keeping her cause I love her and she is a keeper to stay faithful to 😎

[@jellyroll5247]

Dude, should big jumped on it right away. These cars are unicorns. You see them all over the place but you can't get your hands on them. Super stout cars. The affluent lease high end german cars but they keep these that's how good they are.

[@AP-jl2lv]

wow the backroads in america have great views and are in good condition it seems seems a bit too thin though what state is this if you dont mind me asking? id like to live there its quite nice

[@youtoobe169]

This one was recently paved. It was pretty bad before that. It's also an exception on the width. Most of them are proper width, but this one is very little traveled nad is more of a one lane road.

[@realestatelaw1204]

There are many roads like this all over the US but this looks like somewhere in the eastern US because of all the trees and green. I live in Central Maryland just outside of Baltimore and we have many roads like this here.

[@cocmaster4474]

Ain't a nice place to break down,run out of gas or crash 😅

[@johntaki2704]

Do you think you would have the same problems on a lower mileage one, like let’s say 100k miles? Would you have to spend a crazy amount of money on maintenance if you got an 04-06 with 100k miles and you drive less than 10k miles per year? I’m going to be a full time college student and I really want this car but I don’t think I can cough up the money for major repairs in a span of 6 months.

[@youtoobe169]

The mileage really isn't important. What's important is buying a car that's been taken care of and getting a good throough inspection on it. These are generally well built cars, but age is what mainly causes things like gaskets and seals to go bad. Try to find one from a private party that's owned it for a long time and gave it blank check maintenance. If y ou start off with a well sorted one, it should provide you years of reliable service.

[@johntaki2704]

youtoobe169 how often do you think you have to do big repairs if you are all caught up and everything is in good condition. I can do simple jobs like replacing suspension and stuff like that but not deep engine jobs.

[@youtoobe169]

@@johntaki2704 Once I did the initial repairs and maintenance on mine, it's been trouble free. There aren't really any major flaws with these cars, so if you start with a good one, you'll most likely be fine.

[@johntaki2704]

youtoobe169 so it’s a good idea for a college freshman? My family says other wise 😂

[@kobe_ftw807]

@@johntaki2704 I think as long as you have set a couple grand aside for repairs, you should be good.

[@Hello3THAN]

I got 2005 just under 299k for $1.5k last month best purchase ever

[@youtoobe169]

That are getting harder to find at that price, congrats!

[@sg-tp7sc]

I bought a 2005 74000 mile ls430 from Lexus Sheffield uk best car I’ve ever owned Makes me smile every time I get in it.fantastic car

[@youtoobe169]

Agreed, they are amazing cars!

[@bilsob1]

Hello are you using premium gas in it? Thanks

[@youtoobe169]

Yes I always use premium.

[@Mazdatechsenior]

Got costume luxury 05. Replaced front control arms with figs.. amazing.. best car ever.. should replace parts with oem. Oh yea doo TM belt and WP. Every 90k

[@youtoobe169]

OEM is definitely a good idea. The TB and WP on these is good for at least 180K. I have 150K on mine.

[@Mazdatechsenior]

@@youtoobe169 Definitely..

[@JohnDoe-ir2ft]

Those vvt solenoids can cause a lot of false codes.

[@afa6361]

Mine is a 2004 model with roughly 160k miles. Not sure it is worthwhile to keep a vehicle beyond 200 miles. It is a great car but repairs can be expensive.

[@youtoobe169]

They can be expensive, but overall these cars are so well built, it's ususally more minor things that go wrong. It really all comes down to what the car is worth to an individual. The $600 transmission repair on a $1500 car was definitely a judgement call, but I am glad I had that done. I think there are many relatively trouble free miles left beyond the 247K on it now.

[@realestatelaw1204]

Some cars are worth keeping beyond 200k miles. I have a 2013 Toyota Avalon with 210k miles and it drives like new.

[@jasondinner]

where are you located? I'll take it off your hands

[@t.l.robinson2162]

You got a very good deal.

[@youtoobe169]

Yeah, I was happy with the deal even though I needed to put some money in it.

[@yasinmusse5723]

Do you run regular gas or premium?

[@youtoobe169]

I always run premuim in the cars where it's recommended or required, such as this Lexus.

[@yasinmusse5723]

@@youtoobe169 thanks for replying

[@kaytoosinuga2203]

2009 lexus es350 240k miles runs like new.

[@Doty6String]

so shocked at how there is NOT 1 RATTLE in that interior not a 1. straight quality

[@youtoobe169]

That's basically the case, except sometimes when the car is cold and I am first starting out, for a few minutes there will be a rattling in the infotainment screen area. Other than that, perfectly quiet.

[@vadimdiprivan]

Hi there! Love the car. Did you have any issues with subwoofer?

[@youtoobe169]

Yeah, it needs to be redone. I bought the kit but haven't gotten to it yet.

[@youtoobe169]

Update: I put in the foam repair kit. It was easy to do and the stereo sounds FANTASTIC now

[@marcodalli5045]

Drive's like a new car

[@youtoobe169]

Yes it was amazing quality

[@tvm2209]

Please tell me you were or are a mechanic my friend :)

[@youtoobe169]

I tinker once in a while but not a mechanic.

[@saudjanjua4724]

Hi sir I love this I need

[@zerodayjay]

Cant touch anything decent for less than 5k now.

[@youtoobe169]

Sure you can, it just requires a lot of effort and a little luck

[@zerodayjay]

@@youtoobe169 i dont know if you've been following the market in the west coast lately.I got my 05 Black on Black for 7900 in Dec 2019 with 124K miles. It has 157K now. Facelift models in good shape with this many miles go for 10-12K. Even pre facelift models with 200K miles people want 7K+ for. Definitely gonna take some patience. I'm giving my son mine but love the car so much I want another one

[@zerodayjay]

@@youtoobe169 Also keep in mind you got your for 1500 5 years ago. A lot has changed in the last 5 years, especially when it comes to the use car market

[@youtoobe169]

@@zerodayjay West coast definitely makes a difference.

[@ScorpionVonScotts600]

Apparently you are extremely familiar with the area. As your passenger my nuts would be lodged in my throat. Anyway looking at an 02 with 120,000 miles. Ultra package with pearl paint and creme interior. Small dent in passenger front door. Minimal clearcoat on rear deck lid. $ 3900. Pretty sure I can get it for less.

[@saudjanjua4724]

Dubai

[@ciello___8307]

The mileages we're talking about are crazy. 100k is nothing on these cars lol

[@youtoobe169]

These are million mile cars with proper care

[@cocmaster4474]

@@youtoobe169 2 million even

[@40streetblack79]

@@cocmaster4474 are you serious! I'm thinking about buying one with high mileage 1999 es 300 Lexus with 147 k- miles on it! Fore 4,000"$

[@vel6979]

I paid 4500 for a Ls400. You got a complete steal compared to me 😭

[@youtoobe169]

Depending on the condition of your car, you may have gotten a better deal than me. Mine had rust, faded paint, hail damange, and a bad transmission leak.

[@747-pilot]

I have a 2000 LS 400 with all options (Nakamichi, Air Suspension, Heated Seats and HIDs). It has 204,000 miles and in mint condition (almost looks like new). If I got a dollar every time someone approached me and asked me if it was for sale, I would have a ton of money sitting in the bank right now! 😂 A couple years back someone even offered me 8 grand for it. I politely told them it was not for sale! I've owned it since 2004, when I bought it from the original owner, and it's lived most of its life in sunny California. Not a spec of rust on her!! She's a keeper and going to my grave with me! 😂

[@youtoobe169]

@@747-pilot I wish I could hold on to a car that long LOL

[@vel6979]

747-pilot lucky you I had a Gold 99 probably base model since it’s shocks and regular speakers. I have incandescent daytime lights but also hid headlights.

[@colemandrakeford6582]

I own 2 best decision EVER!!!!!!

[@jasondinner]

@Good Money im jealous of your mileage. You literally will never need another car - unless u drive these off a cliff lol

[@MohammedMansoor]

Motion sickness 101.. other than that great video

[@youtoobe169]

Definitely not a professional! Glad you mostly enjoyed it!

[@gregmccarter3243]

my car will drive itself and get 50 mpg.....take that.....

[@youtoobe169]

If that's the sort of thing you like, then enjoy! :)

[@joeschmo4170]

Wooossh...