Here's a $55,000 Lexus LS430 w/200K Miles | 13 Years Later Review

[@lewisdavis7145]

I have a 2001 Lexus ls430 it has 435000 miles on it and still runs great and it great condition

[@JonHollingshed]

Have you had the timing belt changed?

[@hayden93]

Video plz would be good content

[@barryhill1044]

Good to hear these stories of high mileage. It’s one of the reasons that the 430 is bought by someone who is fed up paying out for repairs on cars like Mercedes etc, I have a quite Clean 430 myself Love it , ….

[@randymillerjrchief381]

Thank you for your support, I am looking at 1 with 220k asking price$5500 is that a good deal

[@zellerized]

​@@randymillerjrchief381yes.. and it depends

[@StevenLaiHing]

My 2004 LS430 just crossed 310,000. Drives like new. That car is just getting broken in at 200K.

[@Browningate]

Nice! That's dedication.

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

Steve 310,000 miles,are you serious and how comfortable is the ride??)

[@StevenLaiHing]

MERCEDESBENZS600 S500 closer to 311K now. Running like a dream. Only maintenance has been timing belt and pump.

[@Browningate]

@Steven - Seems like something you'd get out of a Lexus LS430 rather than a Mercedes S-Class... :-)

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

@@StevenLaiHing Nice,I definitely gotta test drive one...

[@andrewvillanueva4222]

I have 300,000 miles on lexus ls430 2001. Orginal engine and transmission. Just basic maintenance requirements. Just change radiator at 250,000 miles. The lexus ls430 have bulletproof engines.

[@zakmoon7065]

Proud Lexus owner here! and I can say that nothing beats the quality build and long term performance of my 2005 ES330!!! Amazing

[@eddie91201]

I have a 2004 LS430 and LOVE it! Best car I've ever had. Powerful, smooth and very reliable. 120k on the odometer. Hoping to get at least 300k if not more. I maintain my vehicles religiously, so 300k should be attainable.

[@lexusvip4003]

Are you still driving it bro?

[@gabegarcia7779]

My Ls430 ‘03 has 253k miles custom luxury still runs buttery smooth

[@gdodson77]

I hate making negative comments. So I won't. But this guy was in to much of a hurry to get veiws. He didn't even spend 5 minutes looking at the car. He's just winging it. He did alright. But there a plenty of reviews on the LS 430. That are really informative. I watched a review with 380.000 miles on it. It use to e mine 10 years ago. Yes I own another one a 2006 LS 430 I bought with 99k miles in Dec of 2020. I am taking a break I just drove it from New Orleans to Chicago and I'm on my way back to New Orleans now. 370 miles to go. It just runs perfect as it always has. #1 He was looking for the CD changer in the trunk. He didn't know it was in the dash. #2 the door pillar is peeling so he thinks you should peel it all the way and to make it match He would buy new rims which are $1500 for cheap ones. You can replace both door pillars for less than $275. These are nice luxury cars not ghetto cruisers. How about Mark Mariner 1 million mile original engine LS 400 which is the first generation of this motor. How about any information. Like the fact that the value has been increasing on these for a while. It is arguably one of the most dependable cars ever built. I personally have had two 430s that ever broke.The one I have now was parked 6 months a year because the owne lived I. JAPAN half the year. The timing belt was done but these cars don't like to sit. I bought it on ebay auction. I put about $4000 it the first week $1400 for 4 new struts.pliugs. valve cover gaskets, front and rear upgraded rotors and pads. The only two repairs that I didn't expect was having to replace the starter with 118k miles. That's 5.5 hours or labor so $175 starter about $600 labor. Also lower control arms and hubs well over $1200. I could have kept driving it for a long time on the hubs and lower control arms. BUT th we clunking noise drove me nuts. On a positive note I paid $11.500 for the car. Plus repairs I'm in it more than I should be. But it looks like it just came off the show room floor.i did a paint correction myself hardly a road chip. All the fluids have been changed even sucked out the power steering fluid refilled it drove it and drained it and replaced it. So My other car is an Acura I paid 43k for it. My Lexus is nicer and I'll bet I won't have to lift the hood for the next $50k miles. Even when I got a bad one it was good. I love these cars for business it's classy but not pretentious. I need to look successful without my customers thinking I'm getting rich off them. I get non stop comments on it

[@AnonymousAnonymouslyHi]

Niceeee

[@RootsRockRebel]

200K on a Lexus is NOTHING!!! If you don't know that then you don't know cars.

[@lmo7061]

I have a Toyota corolla 95 with 388k miles and still running like new just need gas and still drive for ever I'll never change that car for a new one never

[@MLProductions.1]

Not true at all. That is a good amount of miles. Will a Lexus with 200k be more reliable then other cars with 200k? Yes. But still alot of miles. That said Lexus quality is untouchable

[@paulsz6194]

But you won’t get 200K miles (maybe kilometres) of the starter motor! Those thangs are pain in the a$$ to replace as they are in the valley of the Vee, towards the firewall. Not an easy replacement. But not too hard fo a DIY mechanic for a weekend job. And　ｗｈｉｌｅ　you’re there, you might as well replace the valve cover seals & ultrasonically clean the injectors..

[@Mabeylater293]

Paul Starters rarely go bad on those cars. Even with over 200,000 miles.

[@harryballz6358]

360k miles on my starter now. still perfect. I know some get build up on contacts and stop but mine never has. Pulling plenum not to hard,changed one on neighbors LS.

[@neverobey1477]

My dad still has an 1992 ls400 never broke down never had an issue.. Only brakes oil and gas. And 1 problem with the sunroof that wouldnt open.. He only put 110k miles on it and its in mint impeccable condition.. Incredibly comfortable still!!

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

exactly. Those Lexus's seem to last forever and yes extremely comfortable.

[@blacksun496]

You slammed the trunk? Never slam a Lexus trunk!!

[@midnitesnack3683]

Those car got suction doors even the boot they close by themself ifnit close properly

[@kcsmiths]

Those seat controls are on the right side so the passenger in the back seat can move the front seat forward for more room

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

thats really a nice feature for back adult passengers. Mike please subscribe to my channel. I'm editing a video right now about a Mercedes S550 that I did a in depth review on today. I'd love to have watching more often. Thanks, Chad

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

@@CarolinaCarVideos S550 is real nice but not nearly as reliable as a LEXUS,maintenance over the years with that S550 is CRAZY...

[@jordanlemon4102]

Love your video, just discovered your channel because I'm looking for a cheap but comfy reliable car, after a lot of research the LS 430 has caught my interest big time, I've seen them on craigslist with 250k plus miles and I've never really seen such consistent interior quality with that many miles, almost all of them with 200K miles were still put together SIGNIFICANTLY better than any comparable Mercedes, audi, or bmw with similar miles and age, and almost all the ads say it's still running and driving great with no serious mechanical issues. It has great power, reliability, interior quality, and reasonable gas mileage, looks like it's going to be my next comfy commuter, looking to get one for under $3000 with 150k miles or so and I actually have some options in that price point! So far really impressed, seems like a gem of a used car.

[@zachs.9600]

I currently own one with 234,000, and it runs really good. Doesn’t burn much oil so the previous owner obviously took car of it. I love it, can’t wait to see how long it lasts.

[@hayden93]

May leak oil or eat oil due to pcv valve

[@OjaiRoy]

9:40 those "duplicate" switches on the passenger seat are there for the exact reason that you are using them- so the driver can move the seat for whatever reasons from the driver's seat.

[@gsanchez711]

Just bought an 04 ls430 with 270,000 miles and it also runs like new everything original and its in great condition

[@OjaiRoy]

In January 2020 I bought a very nice gold 2003 LS430 for only $3500. All this Lexus luxury and quality and it is so comfortable and fun to drive.

[@explorehunter]

Mine is 290000k miles! 😀 and still running strong and smooth 💪

[@theodoreyoung8777]

😎🤝

[@gailconner2285]

I have an 02 ls430. Has 180,000 miles. Just replaced timing belt h20 pump and serpentine belt. Asin and Bando parts. This is for the second time. This car is clean! Replace filters on schedule every yr and 5000 mile oil change when it's due. I cant imagine owning anything else at this point. Love my automobile!😉😉

[@jxrioss21]

Is the timing belt expensive?

[@Redfast999]

I have 2006 just hit 189000 love this car

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

Hey fam is it a great riding car,seats look really comfortable???

[@kevinedwards4223]

The legend coupe was a beast ... we just bought a physician owned 2007 LS 460 with 63k on it ( doctor traded it in on a 2017 LS460) and it looks excellent all service records .. we are third owners wish us luck.

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

Good luck my man,when you get a chance get the brake actuators checked out, seem to be a lot of problems with the actuators,but I'm looking for a 460L,drove an 08 and I was really impressed...

[@kevinedwards4223]

Yeah so far so good going to take it to Germain Lexus of Easton here in Columbus Ohio .. the cars beautiful a 2007 LS460 with 62k on it ..so far rides runs like a dream .. going to do a KZbin video on it here shortly

[@thomasyenner2499]

Yo Chad, that Lexus probably gonna be gone in a heartbeat. I pay a lot of attention to a used car’s interior, and it looked sweet. 200,000 miles works out to about 15,400 miles per year. Daily driven, most likely.

[@HarMageddo]

I own one of these. best car ever

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

Nice! I hope you continue to enjoy it. thanks for checking out my video. Chad

[@jamalwalker2104]

Me too.

[@gearfan4438]

Clearly you didnt drive it, this 4000lb machine can move

[@midnitesnack3683]

@Gearfan44.Yes they cars can move even for a 1800kg I smoke a lot of cars with more hp but less torque than the LS430

[@mbburg2149]

1987 Acura Legend....5 speed, wishbone suspension, high end V6 motor. 220k miles ran like a top and did not burn or leak oil. Best car I ever owned until I purchased my 1997 Lexus SC300.

[@OjaiRoy]

Honda and Toyota know how to make quality cars.

[@ibtarnine]

I drive an '06 with 140k on it. When I bought mine, the chrome on the B pillar was showing too, instead of black like it should. Seems like it peels on a lot of cars. I got some cheap black vinly wrap on amazon and after five minutes it looked brand new again. Really easy fix. The paint on these cars was really good. My paint still cleans up like it's brand new, somehow, even though I only clean it once a year. It's got an exhaust leak right now (original exhaust), so I'll get around to that eventually, but that's expected. No other issues besides a front seat that acts a little funny, but I think the wiring harness is a little fucky. These cars are an absolute steal IMO.

[@t.l.robinson2162]

The seat switches are where they are so the rear seat passenger may move the seat forward.

[@mrsincere7]

Rear seat passengers have access yes. But its mainly made for the driver to have the controls there, rather than having to lean all the way over to the passenger controls near the door/right hip side to move the seat for whatever reason. Note. There are no upper controls like that on the drivers seat for rear passengers or the front passenger to move the drivers seat. Thats how you know the upper seat controls on the passenger side is mainly for the driver to have easy access to move the front pass seat. Especially if noone is in the seat.

[@mybrucester858]

jUST BOUGHT MINE '05 WITH 200k ON IT....AINT SHE A SWEET RIDE BABY!! it motors like a rock solid Bentley without the high cost to fix it.....find one car for $7000 that will match it~! It dont exist except another LS 430..LOL LS 460 is a badass machine too but this cypress green & impeccable interior 430 has found a home. I owned the LS 400 too but this one is way better

[@mybrucester858]

@Shawn Kemp Yes I did ..now has 204,000...had it for a year..very smooth & no repairs

[@williamkerr1059]

Love these shows, better than the bs on tv and feels like one of my homes yapping the praises of a good car. I'm gonna get one before too long. Hi from Scotland.

[@RevLexus]

Love the LS, the only Lexus I have yet to drive/own! I have a 135k+ miles on my 2004 SC430, recently sold my IS250. I am a huge Lexus fan!

[@flyonbyya]

Totally agree that line between luxury and sport shouldn’t be blurred. Like you said...luxury with power and torque, but understated and refined. As you said...Acura went off into the abyss

[@seanjohn83]

Have a 2006 with 130k on it currently. Love this car!! Rides amazing, sounds good and looks incredible.

[@timboslice45]

You hit paydirt with your LS 430 video because it has a huge following, being widely regarded as having one of the most indestructible drivetrains ever made.

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

thats good to know. thanks Timothy. Wish I could do that more often on other car videos I create. if I could find the secret recipe to this youtube gig. it seems to be a trail and error type thing on here. some videos do great and others do horrible and finding lambo's is not to easy in my town.

[@timboslice45]

@@CarolinaCarVideos Best of luck to you Sir. I haven't looked through your videos to see if you ever made a super in depth LS 430 review like you mentioned, I'll go ahead and check that out.

[@larryhill1192]

The switches are on the inside of the passenger seat so the rear occupant can adjust it. This car is designed w passengers seated in the back in min. Executive transportation.

[@potaijee]

They have the passenger seat controls in the center because if you're chauffeuring someone in the back and they want more room the driver can easily move the seat forward. Luxury.

[@thomasheaberlin3220]

I'm 17 and considering one of these for my 4th car. No my parents aren't rich. I just take on project cars. My current daily is a 2002 honda accord with every option of its year with 177k miles. My track car is a 96 miata that I've toted with a lot. It has 166k miles. My newest project is an 82 gmc pickup with no bed. It's been in a garage on jackstands for 20 years. I need a new gas tank for it. I gotta put the transmission drive train carburetor and engine filter in it. It reassembly the interior. But I'm looking into a new daily driver. Call me crazy.

[@TheDonYG]

I was thinking about a TL Type S, but this LS430 is purely a well rounded car...and it has a v8. Its a gangsta still expensive looking car.

[@Mabeylater293]

That type s will need a new transmission. Ls430 = bulletproof.

[@terrellwroten7596]

They do have power buttons on other side, what you was using is for when someone is being driven and then can move the seat up.

[@MyCvid]

Obviously this ole boy knows NOTHING about this ls430! I hope someone bought this wonderful car! And I hope they got it at a good price. Interior in GREAT shape.

[@shavanirving7403]

I have a 2001 with 160,000 drives like a champ

[@danyoeun6007]

I have 2005 . It has 140,559. It runs like new. I really love it

[@MrRanvic]

I love Lexus LS They legendary. Best full size luxury car in the world

[@toms_garage]

Great video, love the LS! My SC 430 has just crossed 135k miles

[@imserious2187]

I want a 04 or 05 with the 18in wheels, right now in 2021

[@Sldumas1983]

You made me fall in love with the ls 460

[@trustnmebd]

Seat control on the side of the seat S4 rear passenger these cars were used as corporate vehicles so passenger can control seat from the rear to make space in the rear

[@wess1997]

At 9:48 Two Switches on the Left side of the front Passenger seat are for Rear Passengers so they move front Seat for more room in the back....

[@Mujahedkhan989]

Lexus LS430 for sale 2005 with 185k miles. Has rust by passenger rear well not too bad. Should I buy this vehicle?

[@seanafonso4516]

Watching this 6 years later bro missed the whole fridge inside behind the rear center arm cup holder and arm rest he had no idea what car he was reviewing 😂

[@johnharvey8695]

My Black LS 430 runs like a Deer runnin from a Panther. Young to old Men love it one Dude told me...That is a beautiful thing. Year? 2002. Thaz right they ask me at the car wash when they were wiping it down. Is this car on? I'm like yeah they were like i dont believe it. Believe it. The Black Cat don't play games.Oh they try to take me on the highway cuz I'm a Woman...WHAT?...then then the black panther comes out I can hear them sayin WTF was that? It was the Beast the Black Panther the best of the best the Black Cat.

[@jamalwalker2104]

I cringed when he slammed the trunk down. The trunk on these are soft close!! Never slam the trunk.

[@michaelbundy7408]

What's the name of dealership

[@JBamer]

The controls on the front passenger seat are on both sides so the driver or chauffeur could create more space for the back seat passengers. This car and the LS400 were hand made flagship icon cars which brought in the Lexus name they did not have a Toyota counter part in the US like the smaller models (ES300 - Camry example). The LS400 was specifically built for the US market as the first Lexus model sold, proving the Japanese could compete with the Germans (Lexus) stands for Luxury Export to the US. This car in Japan would be a Toyota Celsior as the Lexus brand would not be in their country till later. They were long wheel base cars set out to take on the Mercedes S Class by the time this car was released Lexus was the number 1 luxury brand in the US. This car is more reliable and better built than the later LS460 which has control arm issues among other issues. This is easily a 500k car with all the bells and whistles you could imagine and if taken care of they should all still work. Proximity sensors on every door, keyless ignition you turn, Headlights that adjust with the road, auto sensing windshield wipers, oscillating fans in front center stack, the ultimate luxury edition even had radar cruise control with a cooler for drinks, there are to many hidden features to mention for its day. They don't make them like they used too. This car is a 300 HP lazy boy recliner on wheels with the quietest cabin I have ever been in. Ever since cars like the Porsche Panamera luxury cars no longer have that comfy cruise appeal they are currently to busy being in Horsepower wars. I love the tasteful LS430 my car is a 05 pearl white with a light grey interior 170k and just getting broke in.

[@Oivey2000]

Mark Levinson designed their sound systems exclusively for Lexus (not Acura)

[@Apegabe]

I own a 2006 gs430 280k miles still very strong and loud. 😜😍

[@jamalwalker2104]

The seat switches are additionally placed on the passenger side seat, facing the driver for someone who is being chauffeured.

[@Mabeylater293]

9:54 U can t be this dense. Those switches on the seat are for the rear passenger to control. They have switches on the other side too. Also there’s no need to rev the engine.

[@thenofilterguy3061]

I love lexus man.. any of the ls models are the best top of the line.....i had a 1999 ls 400 then a 2003 ls 430.. now i have a 2008 lexus ls 460l love it best cars ever made....

[@mattmatt9971]

ever had any issue with them buddy?

[@kennyduthie8264]

I'm with you man. I'm driving a 2005 LS430 - it's the best car I've ever owned.

[@HuntaKiller91]

Would you recommend a 2008/09 camry as a daily driver?

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

Sure, those Toyota Camry's are usually great daily drivers just like Honda Accords. Low maintenance with Toyota for sure and good on fuel.

[@HuntaKiller91]

@@CarolinaCarVideos alright then..but for the same money in my country,the Hyundai sonata 2011-14 and the Mitsubishi lancer is in the same price range..which one is the more sensible choice?

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

hmm, I know the Hyundai is probably a bit nicer with more room and the Mitsubishi is more sporty. If it was my choice and I just needed a vehicle for getting around town I'd pick the Hyundai due to more interior space and nicer features. Its probably more comfortable as well. I've driven those Lancer's before and there not that fancy.

[@HuntaKiller91]

@@CarolinaCarVideos thanks for the recommendation..i might look into it,sonata yf it is then

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

good luck and glad I could help. thanks for asking. Chad

[@richby309]

I don’t think they will ever fk up and sell you a car this reliable without all the problems for $50k again in our lifetime .If I only had 5k and needed a nice car that won’t have me on the side of the road you can’t go wrong with this Lexus model used with 200k miles . It’s worth it to even bring the interior condition back to factory if armrest or front seats are warn , I’m about to get a new armrest and my front seats repaired to look as if they are new 👀 I love this car . I might do a KZbin video of it .

[@seane.9937]

I have an 01' GS300 W/191k im wondering if i can expect 300k miles out of it. It's running really strong still. Anybody out there have or know of a GS300 or 400 with 300k miles or more?

[@jxrioss21]

Almost every lexus car will last 300k easily if it's maintained well

[@joeblow871]

I've got a 2006 with 155,000. Runs great, but your gonna have to replace a lot of the suspension components.

[@dredueces08]

Can you elaborate on this looking into purchasing one this weekend

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

You keep saying the body looks descent,it's looks really good in my opinion...

[@chrisreed26]

My favorite car in the world..not a new one but this generation Lexus LS430..btw, I'm sure it's been said but the switches on the side of the front passenger seat were for the rear seat passenger to move the seat up to allow them more leg room..maybe you realized that later as I did not watch the whole video...I feel these are the best cars on the road still...just my opinion which is worth nothing! haha

[@austinpowers1999]

How much?

[@seikocitizenwatches]

Lexus ages like fine wine and fine wife. The older the better.

[@AbzAden]

Ur just breaking her in just keep on top of ur oil change and she will keep chugging along find me a German car made in the same year with the same amount of mileage ....I’ll wait

[@Mazdatechsenior]

Best car ever. I have 05 custom luxury. Bad ass. With 125k.. How much for thath. One

[@carldeangelo855]

2023 and my 02 ls 430 just hit 2000 000

[@zxc-lx5hw]

Best for me 👍😁 big car Imenzing love this car👍

[@richby309]

I have a “03”Ls430 with 240,000 on it and runs better than all my other cars 👀😭

[@lukew67]

Still looks like a great car for 200000 miles must have been mainly highway miles for such little wear.

[@jackiebridges6217]

Wow you guys comments convince me to buy Lexus..

[@markmiller4503]

I have seen this same car with 100k miles sell for 12k. I wouldn't pay more than 6k for it.

[@alexludwig4632]

allows driver to move frt seat for rear pass leg room

[@sherloidbai7064]

Timing belt, air shocks and starter...huge expense on these cars.

[@HaMoOdI786]

& i own a 2002 LS430 ultra premium its got 213000 miles & im still daily driving it owned it for 2 years & 3 weeks back got brake pads & rotors changed other then that only oil change 😍 even tho that car is at 200 K+ miles put it up for sale without auction that car wont last for a week just few days & it'll be gone.. & put it up on auction it'll be gone right away those miles for those cars are nothing... only down part to this car is that the interior color is grey which is ugly for such a beautiful car & also why would u wanna get premium edition these cars with ultra premium edition damn 😍😍😍😍😍

[@petripisila607]

What kind of mpg are you getting?

[@1AEROSOL.1PUFF]

I always listen to my CD's.

[@fredpalacios507]

Still lots of miles left on that car 🚗

[@ccc369]

2:27 start getting to the point

[@ValentinoMustangs]

The way you say "luxury"... really sounds "trashy".. lol

[@edcain9492]

Its Just Broke In,Avg.for LS430 is Oà😊😂ver 300-375,000

[@tombyorn8278]

Easy on the coke dude. Learn about the car before getting in and doing a review

[@joelhammond2842]

But i am more intrested in de Lincoln mkz becouls i have bever sou the car befour

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

Lincoln's are really nice too,all that matters is which car do you really LOVE,not like...

[@chrisrichards4886]

What the fuck did you just mumble out into words?

[@garyzhang5099]

That’s not real wood. Japan have regulation, and they don’t allow manufacturers using real wood on their product. Considering Ls models are made in Japan ( not like rx made in Canada) so the wood are not real

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

okay this is so confusing sometimes trying to figure out whats real and fake lol.

[@jasonholt9239]

@@CarolinaCarVideos It absolutely is real wood. I wish people would fully inform themselves before speaking of a car of this level. The CD/Tape Decks are still put in cars because the buyers have specific materials that they like to listen to in those formats. Nothing is by chance with this car; the paint, leather, etc is expected to hold up indefinitely. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4vFdGmCa52kgcU

[@demri123]

They said its from yamaha pianos so....im gonna say real wood