How Bad is Lexus Depreciation?

[@asianskywalker]

"Lexus fairly reliable" mate give credit where credit is due. They are the king of reliability!

[@cristobalcardona5592]

Yes Got an LS 400 1998 265,000 miles transmission went at 250000, engine still strong! No Check engine lite at this age, just keep the battery terminals clean and the gas cap gasket lubricated!

[@CHOPSTYX93]

Exactly!

[@cristobalcardona5592]

@@CHOPSTYX93 one thing do not use synthetic on the differential on 2005 and up, for some reason the seals are not as good as they should have been, I replaced two of them OEM, maybe Timken the next time!

[@tredfxman]

Big reason being Toyota/Lexus uses big litre volumes on low hp/kw engines. As well as gearboxes from Aisin.. Also, they do not change components very often, if they do not need it (hence: don't fix, whats not broken!) The Japanese know how to think Rational! 👍

[@georged3134]

he likes bmw that's why

[@MrHereAllWeek]

I have a 99 Lexus LS400 with 396,000 miles and I promise you it stills drives BRAND NEW. These cars are tanks

[@seikocitizenwatches]

Jaythetruth love Lexus reliability and longevity.

[@visalakshimahadevan612]

Mercedes Benz manufacturers won't make good cars but rather sponsor videos running down Japanese cars. Why not make good, reliable cars instead..? They are afraid that 2nd hand Mercedes Benz owned by common people will ruin the image of Mercedes Benz as a rich man car. This video seems to be sponsored by German car manufacturers, aiming at running down Japanese car manufacturers. Real reasons for Mercedes Benz BMW Jaguar Range Rover manufacturers to be afraid of Japanese cars. Japanese cars last for ever. If you maintain them well they are as good as new even after 20 years or 30. Here in India, people prefer japanese cars, though they would prefer Indian cars , if all things are equal.

[@drest.patrick6016]

Tell em! I had one brand new.. when the police took it from me it had 537000km! I could EASILY have gotten another 100000km out of her. I replaced a starter.. ignition coils and changed my timing belts twice! That's IT!! What car is that good?

[@pseudonym9831]

@BossGreezy Frm13 He has more money by not spending money Get it? You sound like a drug dealer.

[@Mr102185]

@BossGreezy Frm13 You tripping bro. Lexus is amazing!

[@MarcG7424]

The only reason to sell a Lexus is because you want another Lexus as far as depreciation goes it will last more than long enough to get your money's worth out of it

[@calindor19]

some like buy a iphone change to iphone XD

[@D-FIANT415]

Lexus is the most reliable luxury car in production💯

[@muradshah7372]

Mine is 20 years old and performs beautifully

[@ForeSquareTim]

Thats why I own one 😈😤

[@visalakshimahadevan612]

This video seems to be sponsored by German car manufacturers, aiming at running down Japanese car manufacturers. Real reasons for Mercedes Benz BMW Jaguar Range Rover manufacturers to be afraid of Japanese cars. Japanese cars last for ever. If you maintain them well they are as good as new even after 20 years or 30. Here in India, people prefer japanese cars.

[@cristobalcardona5592]

@@ForeSquareTim me too!

[@dreday77764]

Iv got the Lexus ISF and it has given me zero problems. Why bother wasting your money on a BMW piece of crap???

[@johnmancuso3857]

Been a mechanic and shop owner for the past 30 years. Used to drive Mercedes back in the day when they were built like tanks, would run for ever. Now I only buy and drive Toyota products. Just bought my wife a Lexus rx350 model. Great cars. Drive a s430 on trips, like on a cloud. Thanks for letting me go on.

[@marafat4653]

John Mancuso Scotty Kilmer, is that you?!?!?!

[@hedga001]

I bought a 2008 RX350 241,000 mi and still runs like new! I wouldn’t have know how well made they were before subscribing to Scotty Kilmer’s channel!

[@glasser2819]

German cars are built as engineering projects for Japanese to improve upon. 😂 Robert Bosch cashes in on both ends with modules licensing 👍🏻

[@cristobalcardona5592]

@@glasser2819 but beware of the Bosh car batteries, not as reliable as they should , for that matter an Interstate Battery are good value 36 monthe no problems!

[@deboss8998]

John Mancuso Mercedes is still good

[@ILLFINGAZ]

Lol wow, I just bought my first Lexus 2 weeks ago, 2015 RX 350. My neighbor across the street from me owns 3 Lexus. I asked him why he has 3 of them and he told me how reliable they are. He said that's the only vehicle he will buy. I was sold, so I bought one and I freaking LOVE IT!

[@zacharyholgate7968]

Agreed, me and my parent's recently picked up my new 2021 fully-loaded Lexus RX 450 HL V-6 Hybrid in black with a black leather interior MSRP $70,000+ USD before taxes also I'm a 20 year old and so that means it is my first car, plus it was a gift from my parent's for passing my Maryland drivers license test we ordered it off of Lexus's website in the build and price section last year.

[@howiefeltersnatch7905]

2011 Lexus is350...165k and zero problems. Just regular oil and brake pad changes

[@a1234ddf]

Shea Briscoe I also have an is350 over 100k 🤝

[@TheZane03]

Damn my 2004 infinity g coupe has 113k

[@coolmodee]

@R A So? They still don't beat lexus PROVEN reliability .

[@mrmiddl]

@R A haha you sound hurt . bmw is the less reliable than bmw and every auto blog and car aficionado on the planet will tell you lexus is way more reliable than any german. You sound like you've never owned a German or japanese . stick to kia

[@coolmodee]

@R A Nice joke. BMW is way more unreliable. I'm talking about long term reliability. Lexus will get to 200k easily with not major repairs. Most go much further past that with no major repairs. It doesn't count if you keep the car only 2 or 3 years. It's not a myth look up the reviews.

[@mechanicandi1064]

Team Lexus cause they last longer than any car company in the world

[@mechanicandi1064]

@R A you hate my opinion huh ?!?! ........bruh right now I am living my best life with my 2017 GS-F. Team Lexus Team Lexus Team Lexus Team Lexus 😎

[@samsonn25]

and lowest maintenence because they over engineer the parts

[@toee9553]

Toyota masterrace

[@jonpool9030]

Actually Subarus are the most durable cars on the road not Lexus. And the older Lexuses are bullet proof not the newer ones.

[@samsonn25]

@@jonpool9030 When you say durable do you mean not much needs to be maintained or replaced when it goes to 300k 500k 800k

[@James-mw7zv]

Lexus lasts forever. 15 years and still drives like new, quiet and no prob

[@miketheman4341]

BS! If anyone could make a car that drives like it did 15 years ago they would have 100% of the car market. 15 year old cars have ancient technology and none of the latest safety features. Lastly no one has a 15 year old luxury car that has not needed replacement brakes , tires, battery...... Those cost luxury brand prices for service and parts. As he rightfully points out there is a point where the costs ,even on a Lexus, makes it impractical to own. There is always someone who claims they have a one in a million car. If this were true you should contact Lexus as they will buy your car as a publicity dream for Lexus. That’s not going to happen as we both know that this is a nonsense claim regarding this car.

[@persaud101]

@@miketheman4341 That would say that everyone is smart... Also, people buy and drives car for different reasons... I have friends who spend their whole paychecks on Mercedes monthly payments to look wealthy, I have wealthy friends who drives Toyotas or honda, also I have wealthy friends who drive luxury brands but not the flashy trims (something simple and nice)...

[@miketheman4341]

Jonathan McCully Ancient tech in terms of no side air bags. Old traction and stability control! Out of date Nav like the 2007 Lexus that drove the family off of the road in CO two years ago because the Nav was out of date! Yes all the crazy safety features that are mandatory on entry level cars that an ancient Lexus lacks. Yes those features!

[@Aperez78]

@@miketheman4341 It all depends how you take car of it and how far one goes to keep it running like it did brand new. My car is 13 years old and actually runs better the same it did when brand new. Although I make sure the car is running right, and replace parts when need be from Water pumps to simple stuff like hoses and thermostats. My family normally keeps cars at minimum 10-15 years but in our defense we have extensive knowledge about mechanics and repair/maintain or own vehicle if need be.

[@miketheman4341]

Alex Perez None of which has anything to do with the facts regarding depreciation of a car. Name one research source that contends that anyone can buy a car that will be in the same condition as when new 15 years hence. Lastly some people can buy an older car that they can service but if you buy a modern car it requires software and hardware knowledge. This is different than a car made 15 years ago. Repair work today requires a deep understanding of technology.

[@PerformanceY]

Owned Lexus GS 450H for almost 2 years. 0 problems

[@ociel1988]

Pier Woodman fuck yea that’s what I like to hear or read lol

[@MLProductions.1]

I wanted a gs450h but they're soooo rare so it made it hard to find a low milage one. I went to drive one and it was quick.

[@antipatiko]

Own a 2013 Hyundai Tucson for over 6 years. Zero problems. Depreciation on the other hand.... 😢

[@MLProductions.1]

@@antipatiko yeah depreciation on kias and Hyundais depreciation is awful. They make decent used cars though because if that

[@alaskanhybridgaming]

That's hardly long enough to cause any problems with a Lexus or Toyota.

[@ralphkunes6882]

Bought my ES300 Brand new in 2002. Now with almost 200,000 miles on it it still runs like the day I bought it. Lexus makes the most reliable cars on the planet.

[@badpizzadays]

Great video, I bought an 08 LS460 last year for 13k with 85k on the odometer. I drive 20,000 miles per year, and this is a fantastic car!

[@ryannrjohnson]

I got one about a year and a half ago with 90k, I've got about 158k on it now. 👍

[@805NAVE]

Bruh you got a steal!!! Last year I bough my 2008 LS460 for 14k but it had 109k miles. I drive about 25k miles a year, and yea it’s an absolute tank. Phenomenal vehicle.

[@muddylobster]

dude that is a sweet deal! LS460 GANG!!

[@lyfehood]

I got one 2015 LS460 30k with 56k on the odometer. And I love it I’m a trucker so never home to drive it.

[@georgecantstandya342]

I bought a 2008 LS460 for 10k with 55k miles salvage. It's a great car

[@fabjonjon]

I bought a used 2004 RX 330 with 41k miles on it for 11k dollars in 2011. I drove it clear up to 300k miles. The car was wrecked in the front (very minor), had a bad knock sensor, and the transmission was very sketchy. I still got 5500 for the car for trade in WITHOUT having to buy a car from the car dealer that bought it. I paid 5500 to drive that car for 8 years. And it was really nice before the accident a week before I traded it. I now have a 4th generation RX and 3rd generation IS.

[@ISFASTER]

Bought my 2012 Lexus ISF 3 years ago and have nothing but good things to say. I’ve done hundreds of passes at the drag strip, beaten a lot of different cars, canyon runs and several road courses with no issues. Regular maintenance and consumable parts only. What a great car and even better knowing I bought it right at the 4 year sweet spot and love seeing that it’s holding value well. 😎😎😎

[@IYG-x7c]

Buddy of mine bought 2011 ISF (that was about 3 years ago), ended up selling it 2 years later, took him 6 month to sell and lost $11k in depreciation in those 2.5 years, plus spent $1500 in maintenance. RCF even worse....those tank in value faster then Maserati :) So while ISF is a great car, no it doesnt hold value and never did, especially now that GSFs are dropping.....$45k can get one any day and some higher miles can be found below $40k. So unless you are paying in $20s for ISF, it's not really a good deal any more, and it's a huge pain to sell.

[@adamdistortion8810]

@@IYG-x7c 2 years later, the isf are still worth 20k. Any issues selling them? Hell no! Not even just the isf. The 2nd gen is350s are still worth 8 to 10k. For a 15 year old car, not bad. And many of them are reaching 200k miles plus, just like my own. Im a broke college student and could easily afford my repairs. I choose to work on it myself though, to save more money

[@IYG-x7c]

@@adamdistortion8810 used cars in general are like 40% up. I've been driving my Cayenne for several years now and it has close to 120k miles. Worth more then I paid for it

[@adamdistortion8810]

@@IYG-x7c yeah i guess you are right. If i had a porsche, i probably would like it more than a lexus. But the lexus definitely has it beat in reliability and not everyone can afford a porsche

[@IYG-x7c]

@@adamdistortion8810 speaking of Porsches, look at Cayman and 911 values, they are ridiculous. Could make a fortune if bought before covid. As far as reliability, I have IS350 and I wish it was more reliable. I still have warranty on my Cayenne, Lexus has 100k miles and been in shop many times where I had to pay out of pocket. I wish I pulled that trigger on near brand new 2016-17 GS350 FSport right before covid. It was $27k with like 15k-20k miles. Now obviously you can't find them that cheap, so I ended up fixing up my old 2010 IS350

[@emptyshirt]

Buy cars just when they come off warranty. Ordinary people overvalue warranties, though if the car is a BMW or Cadillac you are gonna want to have the warranty.

[@jgn1977]

I found when looking for my lexus that 3 years was the sweet spot. I was able to find a large quantity of cars that were just turned in from their lease and that ranged between 15-30k miles on them. They drove like new though. I ended up spending a few thousand more to get a car with only 13k miles on it and it's basically feels like I just drove it off the lot new. On top of that, I saved 20 grand. Win win win.

[@oloveeats3964]

Same here!!!

[@rickfrank7934]

and yesterday I pulled up 5 or 6 2015 / 14 LS 460's on autotrader. Great timing! LS is a beast and will move with that glorious V8.

[@argentumboyle249]

My grandma still drives her 2006 Lexus LX470 she bought brand new 14 years ago. It has never given her any problems. All she has ever done for the LX is oil change, replace brake pads, and the timing belt/ chain. She gets oil change every 6 months for her LX470, a bit extreme and wasteful but she likes it that way. It looks brand new although it already has 150,000 miles now. One time the service manager thought my grandma's LX470 was in service for sales inspection before it can be put on the dealer's lot for sale. so he wanted to buy. The service consultant who serviced my grandma's LX470 told the service manager that the SUV is in for oil change service and that it's not for sale. Few people have asked my grandma to sell her LX470 to them but she said no. I hope she'll give it to my when she's ready to buy a brand new Lexus LX570.

[@yulwu6758]

one thing to consider is that Lexus is quite popular in US more so than probably other countries especially Europe. that also helps retention of value. so not only does it tie with brand, but market as well

[@EnsoLLC]

I just bought a 2015 lexus is 250 f sport rwd for $22,500 at 32,xxx miles. I feel like it was not a bad investment, the car is still brand new! and it look very similar to the 2019 model.

[@kathyv310]

Lexus hold value because of what you see in all comment sections of all vids. There are millions of stories of people who could not kill their lexus and in many cases abused it and did not even do proper maintenance. The negative stories are swept away by all the positives. No car is perfect, lexus has their issues, but If you believe any other car on earth is more reliable you are not paying attention.

[@ECPP]

True

[@Peter-rq4xn]

Agree! Picked up a Lexus RC 350 F sport July 2018 with 26K miles for $31000. It was a lease return. Plan to keep it until it dies....

[@diamonddre4626]

Peter 63 Sorry to burst your burble, Lexus never dies 😂

[@bretam4755]

My last two have been local lease cars. Saved a lot on a gently used car.

[@karambir87]

Currently own a RCF. Owned ISF and GS350 in the past. They had bulletproof reliability. Love my RCF. Nice to see RCF coming up in Men in Black Movie.

[@lqbob]

KB L I got RCF 2015 for 42000, 22000 miles, I think that is good deal

[@grandmastagrimm8773]

KB L what year isf did you own? Currently looking for a 2011+

[@Leprachaun31783]

GrandMasta Grimm how's that going? I have an 11 isF, this car is amazing. Took me a year to find the right one for me. Starfire Pearl with orange interior. It's nice not seeing another isF around me. Exclusive!

[@chrispritchard4676]

I used to be a petrol head. Now, late in life, I realize I know nothing.!!! Having just purchased a 2005 (yes, 14 years old!) LS 430, I may have found the best car in the world. It may have 83000 on the clock but folk tell me it is barely run in. All the other cars I have owned were falling apart at this mileage. A new Jaguar 4.2 I purchased in 2005 broke down 4 times in the first 30k miles. Main stream cars, well, a total waste of money. Thank you Lexus and Toyota for giving us vehicles from the heart, and thank you ExoticCar PlayPlace.

[@ECPP]

Thanks a lot Chris. Much appreciate your comments and yes, Lexus cars are excellent machines.

[@gurpalsingh3695]

I just brought 2016 Lexus ES 350 with 13,000 miles for $24,500 MSRP was $47,000 so that's 48% depreciation, glad I went with this instead of buying it new.

[@genebigs]

After driving only American cars for the last 15 years, I finally bought a Lexus. Best decision I ever made! Sorry, Cadillac (GM), I got tired of all the problems and repair bills.

[@ECPP]

Great choice !

[@wholeNwon]

Took you 15 YEARS to learn that? Wow.

[@ELPJM09]

Lexus and Toyota have the best resale values in the industry. Their vehicles are designed and engineered to last for many years.

[@jajasmile4473]

ELPJM09 and they don't mass produce their cars like other car manufacturers.

[@ELPJM09]

R A Be smart and do some research. Toyota and Lexus have the hugest resale’s values. Even more than the German brands.

[@memetic805]

Hopefully one day Lexus comes out with a luxurious pick up truck

[@khodges2]

That’s why I’m on my second Lexus. Amazing cars.

[@Midwest..]

Got 07 ES350 about 190k miles and still run like new, only thing is I got water pump replace last month 😎

[@A2Hard]

Yesss! I got a Lexus es350 2007 for 8500 100k miles no problems and fully loaded! Next cheapest is 9800 I got a steal

[@A2Hard]

2007 got it last lonth

[@michaelking4578]

That's good Alex. You a smart man. That 3.5 v6 is great. Reliable and powerful and used in so many cars even the Lotus Evora sports car believe it or not.

[@leaninheavy]

99 sc300, multiple leaks as you would expect from an older car with 200k miles, but runs like a dream and no engine lights or any of that nonsense. Looking to get in an ISF very soon :)

[@stuartalexander2657]

We own a 2015 GS350 (loaded, super low miles) and a 2015 RX350 (ridiculously low miles) and love 'em both. Our local Lexus dealer keeps trying to buy my GS350. Not a chance. :) Turns out 2015 was a really good year for Lexus.

[@cathywestholt5324]

I got a beauty in December, 2020. I got a 2010 rx350 with only 74,000 miles. It looks and drives like it is brand spanking new. I love it!

[@stevemyers8015]

Best deal out there is the SC 430. Have owned a 2004 for 4 years. Absolute Red with light interior/ Purchased with 120k and just turned 150K miles. Outstanding quality, fun, sporty and was 65K 16 years ago. Worth $10K but what can you replace with? Another one. With lower miles you still find mint examples around $20K. Waiting 3 years for the LC500 to depreciate. That’s the one I would keep for 5 years then buy the LC 500 convertible. That’s my plan. :-)

[@ECPP]

Sounds like an amazing buy

[@crystlbn1983]

New Lexus ES 350 2014 owner here!! I am in LOVE! She rides very good and I am coming from an Acura TSX. I may be a Lexus fan FO LIFE!!

[@ECPP]

Cheers

[@kevinruiz3061]

Just bought an 2014 Ls460 L 74k miles , brand new looking exterior and interior one owner bamboo edition wood interior black seats rear curtain spear rim , for 27k 🐉 close to 400hp best car I ever owned

[@kimim3]

Toyota philosopy will always prevail eventually. Fuel cap holder of my VW breaks after 2yrs , same parts on my 2006 Toyota still like new

[@bliglum]

Except for their philosophy lately, lazy badge engineering.. That BMW Supra is going to come back to bite them.

[@memetic805]

bliglum big mistake to affiliate with BMW this cars materials are cheap they break easily

[@bliglum]

@LAD Teknologies So you think BMW completely redesigned how they manufacture their products, changed everything (clearances components etc.) for one badge engineering collaboration job with Toyota? Really?? C'mon man! Nah, more likely Toyota just figured, "Ehh, we can have a 'New Supra' without any dev costs. Just restyle an existing BMW car. And it's a low volume vehicle, so it won't really impact Toyo's reliability ratings!".. A win-win for Toyota... And a win for BMW too, who gets to sell more Z4's than they otherwise would have. In fact, I believe the 'Supra' sold BETTER than the Z4.. That is why it happened.

[@bliglum]

@LAD Teknologies Punching down eh? Always conducive to civil discourse. You got me, my experience lies in the medical field. But hey, if you have anything constructive to add, other than ad hominem attacks, I'm still listening... "Had a few sentences".. "To those squareheads".. What does that even mean? Layman's terms.

[@bliglum]

@LAD Teknologies Continuing condescending language.. Why am I not surprised? You've still failed to make any semblance of a point though... Being, is there any reason to believe there are any fundamental changes to the BMW underneath that 'New Supra' skin? Any evidence of new design philosophies? Implementations of Toyota engineering ideologies?? Outside of some damage control PR nonsense BS put out making false claims. No.... It's 100% BMW underneath... Again, though, silver linings. I bet that will bring at least a bit more business into Toyota service centers! Always a good thing!!!

[@abdullahhassan2127]

LEXUS : ... Depreciation: AM I A JOKE TO YOU?

[@Joehogashi]

Lol!!

[@optimistichorizon]

2009 GX470 10 years old $50k New $15-$25k based on mileage and condition

[@omoniyikaye]

The best car ever I'm on my 4th LEXUS from GS300 to RX300(old shape) to RX300(new shape) and got myself RX450H got myself a bargain less 8k the original price was 48k 10 yrs ago still look brand new and drive like a million dollars...King of reliability and smoothness I can't think of a better car for the always buy them at few years old😬

[@alltheway99]

How was the RX300? Wasn't it underpowered?

[@wilramos3990]

When the Toyota Team set out to create a vehicle that could compete with German car the world was graced with Lexus.....

[@miltonBanana877]

I've owned 7 Toyota/Lexus vehicles since 1994. My 1998 4Runner went into the dealer for a throttle position switch, otherwise, all of those vehicles have been flawless. Depreciation is offset by lack of unplanned repairs or maintenance.

[@wholeNwon]

I've owned my LS400 for 21 years and avoid the dealer as completely as humanly possible.

[@alb12345672]

I paid (last year) 12K for a 2011 90K GS350AWD (last of that style, all bugs worked out) . Perfect flawless car. Could use a bit of touchup (wear and tear) but Damn.....mechanically it is better than some new cars. Drove it in the winter in the worst snows. Very safe, controllable car.

[@stefanzomods]

alb12345672 great deal. Love my gs awd

[@alb12345672]

@@stefanzomods These GS cars are sold under their own Brand overseas as "Toyota Crown". The car is identical except right hand drive and the grille has a Crown Emblem, I keep my eye out for one, I would love to swap it. It would have to be imported. It is a very heavy duty vehicle designed for police/taxi use. They are Premium Toyota cars. Best of the best.

[@YA-nv8gf]

Bought my 5MT 02' Lexus IS300 with 75,000 miles for 9000 (CAD) five years ago and I still see some around my area holding value around 8000-9000 at around 110,000 miles. Only ever done oil changes, brakes and tires.

[@sfcrmsa]

Bought my 2019 Lexus ES 350 brand new and enjoy it very much. I would only consider an off lease Lexus of the typical 3 yr lease. You cannot predict who owned a used car, how it was maintained and possible future repairs. Just my opinion. If I was worried about how much the car cost, I would not have bought it.

[@RMilly23]

I’ve owned three Lexus ISs and never had an issue. Tore through some tires in the 350 F Sport but never an issue.

[@nathangoodman603]

I've gone through 2 sets of tires on my is350 in about 15k miles lmao. I can't just "drive" it

[@nathangoodman603]

@Tomasz Klisz yeah but the dash is a warranted issue and the carbon build up is just another reason why I got a 350 and not a 250

[@Chr15Payne]

I got a 2016 Lexus IS a couple weeks ago. Looking forward to keeping it many years to come and getting good value for it when I'm ready to move on

[@Chr15Payne]

@R A got it for 20k, how much you think will it depreciate compared to the other cars I was looking at? 2016 Audi A4 and Infiniti Q50

[@Chr15Payne]

@R A yes I'm in the US. Toyotas and by extension Lexus hold their value very well here, more than any other brand. I had a Nissan Maxima before, and I liked it until it started giving trouble. while looking at Q50s (Skylines in other markets) I noticed their prices for the same year was much lower and I kinda figured why just based on experience. I opted against the Audi because I hear even tho they are more reliable these days, maintenance is still a little more expensive and I'm not sure how it will affect their value in coming years. I know a car is not an investment but I'd like to hope I'm spending and losing less on the car I intend to keep a couple years.

[@justiceodueze2897]

My dad had an 03 Rx350 he recently got rid of, it blew my mind to see he took it to 265K problem free

[@briananderson6142]

I am trading one of my TRD 4 runner's on the 2019 GX 460 Not that many GX 460's produced each year, thus retaining more value. Any car that is mass produced will take a beating on trade in. Before buying new look at what the used ones sell for and how many there are. This will tell you BUY or LEASE

[@mydawtim]

I test drove a 2011 Lexus GS 350 yesterday and I’m totally in love. They’re wanting $16,595 for it but with I’d like them to come down to 15,500 because of a couple scuffs. Wish me luck!!

[@wholeNwon]

Try the LS first!!! Get a good PPI, too.

[@justmag7305]

I was gonna pick up an acura till I saw this video. THANK YOU

[@asiahispanico]

Planning to purchase a 2011 Lexus IS F for 31.5k at 52k miles. Very happy to see they have pretty good retention in value. Lexus ftw!

[@thenofilterguy3061]

I have a 2009 ls 460L. Best car i have ever own . Big body this car is huge... very very luxurious!!

[@ECPP]

True

[@kode3]

Just bought a 2015 GS F Sport lease return in January for $26800 with exactly 25k miles. I think it was a good deal :)

[@ummabdullah6064]

kode3 I think u paid about 3 grand to much

[@DoctorSkillz]

I think you did good. The other guy is jealous.

[@kode3]

@@ummabdullah6064 Out of the 8 cars I looked at this was the best price/mileage in my area.

[@ummabdullah6064]

kode3 cool I see them going for 22-24 grand nice car though

[@ummabdullah6064]

Dr. Skillz jealous of what it’s just a car get a life bozo

[@oceans2533]

Just bought a 2011 GS350. Shocks being replaced, Tyres and brake pads. Done 138k Looking forward to years of low main running

[@193322009]

If I had a storage building I would be traveling around the USA buying every 2002-2005 Lexus IS300 Sportcross, (like my wife's 2004 car) and storing them away for future sales. Not only are these very reliable but fun to drive. Sometimes, more fun than my Maserati ;o)

[@Atl_celebrity]

He hit this video Spot On 👍🏾 ... Lexus LS 460 is one of the best luxury sedans to ever hit Earth 🌍... I’d actually consider one used with over 100,000 miles on it

[@PuerinTheHunter]

Average car: 20% depreciation in the first year, then 15% depreciation each year until the 10th year, where it would be worth $5k. Sweet spot is 4 years old car worth 56% of the original price.

[@user-os8sq3uh4n]

I bought a 3 year old CT200h with 70k miles for $15k that was worth $20k and started at $36k. It's still worth almost $15k private party 2 years and 30k miles later.

[@limeyosu2000]

gfs IS 350 F sport was totaled this year she got money back as the value was so good on it! she got like 7 grand or so back after they paid off the 15 grand or so she owed. it was a 14 I believe.

[@BrandonClark-StocksPassports]

Ford GT, Buggati cars, koenigsegg cars, Pagani cars, American classic cars, Select Ferraris, Patek Philippe watches ALL of these items APPRECIATE in value. The problem is the prices as so high that they prohibit the average person from entry into ownership of these items

[@ECPP]

True, it is a rich mans game for the real desirable toys.

[@Charlie_Tea]

I actually purchased the now modern day classic 2014 GS350 F-Sport in 2019 which happens to be my first car. No issues what so ever. I'm thankful for the purchase

[@ineedmine85ify]

I needed a 3rd car and got a 2001 es300 has 230000 but runs like a champ its the perfect work car

[@fredsmith6401]

I remember back in 2013, i was out looking for a car in January. The dealer salesperson told me they had sold no cars that month. For me that was the sign I needed for a deal. I got a IS250 2011 (10k miles) for steal. I negotiated a huge discount on the car ($5k off the price). They thought I would bring the car back to them for servicing etc. I think not. Happy happy happy. Got them to throw in a 7 year/100,000 mile warranty for free also. It's now 2019 and I have about 55k miles on it. Zero problems whatsoever on the car.

[@rajkirannatarajan9276]

Lol. There are Lexus GX’s from 2004 that have outlived GM econoboxes made years later. Even the air suspension components on these GX’s outlive entire cars made after them.

[@MH-go9wn]

How can you do a Lexus depreciation video and not talk about the Kings of value retention the LX and the GX!!

[@kgisabeast]

Saw a 2008 ISF a few months back with 265k on it still selling for 16k, crazy how well they hold their value

[@kgisabeast]

R A well where I live Lexus has by far the best resale of any luxury brand, used bmws and Mercedes are typically much cheaper with the same mileage because most people don’t want them out of warranty. The SUVs especially hold their value

[@IllenbergAir]

@Boulder Pathways ''As a car enthusiast, I'm not looking for a Lexus to have fun in because it does not have the same heritage OR performance.'' Fair enough, as it's the luxury brand of toyota. And yet the ISF can compete against the M3 quite well. I am more of a mountain roads n corners guy than straight but here goes : Skidpad 0.96g vs 0.9g M3 0-60 is 4.6 vs 3.9 but it will catch the m3 at higher speeds. Both have limiter .. Isf around 280kmh and m3 250kmh Without limiter isf 333 and m3 roughly 300kmh (if speed is what you;re looking for) 1/4mile the m3 is 0.2 faster. The isf is around 100kgs heavier aswell. they're both great performance cars and i appreciate the engineers work(after all theyre Sedans and you can fit 4ppl n luggage in). But to call yourself an enthusiast and then saying Lexus does not have heritage or Performance is just Ignorant.

[@Pube83]

is350 is king of sedan resale.

[@johnhernandez6393]

My wife drives 2015 350 RX and has not had a single problem nor I with my 2017 GX. I recently purchased 2004 SC 430 Hardtop Convertible with less than 50K miles Peril White and Saddle leather interior to add to our Lexus collection. When I describe the

[@ECPP]

Some great vehicles for sure.

[@Alan62651]

I always look for Lexus used, as a ten-year-old Lexus is usually available at 15% of its MSRP, and is good for about three years of great service and awesome luxury.

[@gkvogt]

I bought my Lexus ls460l, 2014 in 2018. It was a trade in towards a new LS500. The window (Maroney) sticker is two pages long. $16 k in added equipment. List was $92,247. I got as a CPO with 30k miles. Came with a two year unlimited mileage warranty including four 5,000 mi services. Just had the last one done a couple of weeks ago at 52,286 miles. I love the rear wheel drive. And mine has every option. No blank spaces where a switch or light should be. I paid $50,000 and don't ever plan on selling it unless I win the lottery. An older Lexus with higher mileage is better than a cheaper car with fewer miles. I always recommend them to friends and family.

[@twai8036]

I bought a 2016 lexus es350 with 42,000 miles for $22,500. Minor scratches interiorly but overall great buy for a broke grad student ;)

[@doctajonz2828]

Just getting ready to purchase a 2015 GS 350. Super-excited as this will be my first Lexus.

[@PharmacyAve]

2013-2014 GS350 is where its at right now

[@khanhnguyen-gl4lj]

according to used first 2015 is the best value right now. I'm actuallying looking for one from 2013 -2015

[@PharmacyAve]

@@khanhnguyen-gl4lj Same here. The F sport package is much better looking but a little expensive.

[@PharmacyAve]

@Tomasz Klisz 25k

[@gengstar09]

2014 for power folding mirrors 2015 For updated Enform 2016 for new (current) look 2017 for Standard Safety system + 2018 for Triple LED headlights 2019 for Amazon Alexa (Don’t ask me how I know all of this)

[@Butch1982]

I named my daughter Lexus...just like my car. They both are gorgeous and love them dearly.

[@ECPP]

Good call. Cheers.

[@Butch1982]

@@violettray2679 nope. He named his cars after his customer's daughter...ms. Jelinek

[@larkthomas3371]

And im sure she is very reliable...kudos too Lexus...👏👏👏👏👏

[@wholeNwon]

Bottom line: Never buy a new car, esp. when there are used Lexus LS's available. The differences between the LS and the ES is really substantial.

[@dshep7850]

I have a 2004 Lexus ES330, it rides so nice, maintenance is at a minimum, some have asked me to sell it, and I am happy with it 😃😃😍😍

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@iheartgs400]

Bought my now 15 year old GS430 for mere $4000. A car that originally was MSRP 47K.

[@ariesmight6978]

Try Lexus depreciation, cost of ownership, safety, reliability etc. VS any Tesla vehicle. Any GM vehicle any Chrysler vehicle. Any vehicle in the world.

[@ECPP]

Cheers.

[@jamesbarrick3403]

This analysis is all well and good. But the real reason you see that drop around the 3 year point is that is when the average vehicle is due for tires and brakes and random other maintenance. If you are a retail buyer I really think the best advice is find the exact vehicle you want with the colors you like and negotiate your best deal. Overall this will bring you more value than slicing and dicing numbers like a robot thinking you somehow outsmarted the used car market. If you are not a retail buyer (like me) you patiently watch FB and CL posts and you find a buyer that needs to sell now and you pick up a great vehicle somewhere close to trade in value. I'm not so particular about the year nor colors if I can get a good used car close to trade in value. You can only do this effectively if you really know cars and you can evaluate a vehicle on the spot... It also helps to know the psychology of negotiation and always be willing to walk away.

[@Pube83]

I've been looking for a clean is350 and their resale is insane. I can't find a 2014+ for under $25k near me, clean 2010+ for under $15k.

[@kevin2039]

Just boght a 2015 gs 350 for 20k black on black 60k miles one owner clean title!

[@Pube83]

Kevin ! Nice! Maybe I should forget about the is350 and grab a gs350

[@powergi3996]

Buy a 2-3 years old car, keep it 5 years and sell it at year 8.

[@vince_only_way_is_up]

RX350 SAFEST with ZERO FATALITY recorded .. but GREAT VIDEO !!

[@ECPP]

Thanks

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

It’s safer than flying!

[@jajasmile4473]

if you really want to save money and own a car that is better than any BMW models and Mercedes Benz , is the 02 LS 400 the issues with this car is the air bags . I seen for 4K and it was worth every penny .

[@goldencosmonaut]

I bought a 2015 GS350 a couple months ago with 40000 miles, original selling price was $60000 and I paid $23000 and the car has no issues (that have been found)

[@TheFlashIngZer0]

Dang good price. I just bought my 2015 gs 350 f sport for $21000 altogether but 60,000 miles. I love it so far

[@turnne]

I have a better proposition. Its called used Hyundai/Genesis cars. A lot of front end depreciation and the cars are very reliable. I bought a 3 year old Hyundai Equus 4 years ago and haven't had one single issue. It was still in factory warranty and I extended it for another 5 years or 100K total miles for only $2K Best kept secret in the used car luxury market 90% of the way to the Lexus LS at only about 70% of the used car price

[@masterdriveroftoyotazupr4164]

Can you stop telling everyone blabber mouth, i'm trying to get one too!

[@turnne]

@@masterdriveroftoyotazupr4164 LOL...just trying to help on the $$ Seriously though...you can find a 2015 Equus still in factory warranty for $25K. I think next year we will see the first 2017 Genesis G90's coming back from leases and selling for $35K These used cars are the real deal...check on the long term reliability of the Hyundai Genesis sedan. Plenty of owners with well over 100K miles and never had a single issue

[@davidd6003]

I haven't seen any kias or Hyundai's with over 300k miles people buy toyota honda lexus or Acura because they will be there after that 300k mark you dont see any kias or Hyundai's constantly hitting that mileage mark

[@turnne]

@@davidd6003 Actually I havent seen any Toyota honda Lexus or Acura from the last few years with over 300K..have you? Based on those Hyundai Kias...and specifically the luxury Equus and genesis models...there are now many of those with over 100K and they are going strong Clearly time will tell if they make 300K But I have seen a lot more recent Honda products that people say are not as reliable as older Hondas

[@yurikpikh28]

My buddy works at car shop and always tells me good things about build quality of hyndai

[@chrissscottt]

You shouldn't pay more than $10,000 for a 2008 RX 350 with 70,000 miles if you're patient enough and buy from a private seller.

[@rajkirannatarajan9276]

Speaking of the previous generation RX, all I can seem to find wrt problems are vvt-i oil transfer pipe and transmission cooler piping failing catastrophically, and Lexus fixed these by using more durable piping. Other than that the RX is solid.

[@Balnk1326]

I purchased new a 2006 GS430 in November of 2005. That's 13 and a half years and 155,000 miles ago. The car has only not started twice on me. Both times cause the battery failed. Once is 2012 and again in 2018. I have had only normal service maintenance with fluid changes and brakes. It has exceed my best expectations.

[@ltdees2362]

I purchased a 2011 ES-350 with 29 thousand miles in 2015 for 22k it was a one-owner purchase. Pearl White loaded even has the rear window shade. Original sticker was 41k Regular maintenance, breaks, tires, battery...just turned 85k, spotless and garaged. Best vehicle we've ever owned! I found a nice 2016 LS low miles...the boss says no way your going to sell my car...she hates the newer front end grills, says looks like monster mouth...shes the boss...Maybe I'll look for a nice RC for me 😎 Great information, and why I buy used, thanks!

[@ECPP]

Cheers and thanks for watching.

[@tropicalvevo1094]

I just bought a 2015 GS 350 F Sport with 8k miles and still under warranty. Super happy!

[@ECPP]

Great car

[@tropicalvevo1094]

@@ECPP thank you sir! Great video!

[@mustafaaf3273]

Here in Japan ls460 2009 model costs 600k-700k yen($6-7k) it has depreciated super bad. My dad still has his ls460 which he bought a couple of years back relatively new but used for ¥3million ($30k)

[@paulsolovyovsky1702]

get a broker and buy an off lease from the auction, at 3 years old and less than 35k it's still under warranty. Keep for 5 years and get half your money back, cost you 300-400 a month

[@inndeep7020]

Just bought a certified 15 Lexus at $21,000. It was a $40,000 F-sport. I talked them down and added back 3 yrs in addition to the remaining 2 year bumper to bumper and electronic tech package. At 52,000 miles I think it will do another 100,000 to 180,000 reliably. 4 years old and 50k miles seems way more reasonable than full price new.

[@smora6054]

"If you want a good, reliable car that hasn't suffered a lot of depreciation, Lexus is a great place to start"... you should have said Lexus(Toyota) is the best and only place to look for

[@motaz1975]

depreciation? lol! how about the germans! cadillac!!! those crappers depreciate.

[@noobmaster31]

I've got an 07 Lexus ES 350. Runs like brand new.

[@MrSantified]

I have a 1998 es 318000 miles..runs like butter!

[@jackwyatt4184]

Just bought a 2013 GS 350 awd in June 2020 67000 miles 1 owner pre-certified all service done by Lexus dark blue exterior black interior drives and looks awesome paid 21000 for it will have it forever Lexus does it right

[@ECPP]

Thanks for sharing

[@tuan056585]

I bought 2yrs old 2007 ES350 with 45K mi. at Lexus dealer for $23K. Today, it has +230K mi. and, the way it run and feel, I can safely said it can hit 300K mi. easily. I use Mobil 1 oil all the time. What cost me to repair since owning this car are: The heat exchanger (The most costly). 1 ignition coil. 4 new suspensions. 4 new brake pads. 2 new batteries. Set of tires (couldn't remember how many time). The rest is still original condition as far as I know.

[@pseudonym9831]

15 Lexus RC 350 AWD coupe and 17 Lexus RX350 AWD. Love them both.

[@ECPP]

Great cars

[@charisma7095]

Lexus The Best brand on the planet impeccably engineered like no other better then Mercedes BMW jaguar combined I know what I'm talking about I had it all LEXUS IS KING !!!!

[@armani91disanti26]

Which Lexus did u have

[@charisma7095]

@@armani91disanti26 IS 250 GS 300 not the top of the range but completely reliable I meant I had bmws mercs etc and I.must say LEXUS are by far superior

[@armani91disanti26]

Kool