Lexus LS430 - An Honest Review (Walkaround + Test Drive)

[@Funoah]

no offense but you changed the air suspension to coil overs and are complaining abt the ride quality 🤣

[@thegame213la]

This car all original rides like a cloud

[@prism8289]

The car without air suspension rides like a cloud.

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

He's a Jerky that's why.

[@alexanderostrow993]

Maximum offense

[@tyronepalacios3831]

Hey bro - I have 300k with coil overs and I have absolutely no issues with sounds - creeks - squeak at all - totally smooth as butter- have your suspension checked, maybe some you missed something - we have had 3 LS’s and never had suspension sounds or rattling at all- good luck Brotha- thank u for sharing

[@seanjohn83]

Ok. Came to the comments and glad someone else said it. I've been in LS430s and never heard any rattles and the ride was not harsh in ANY of them. I think taking out the air suspension and installing a lower quality coilover kit disqualifies him from giving a fair rating on the ride quality.

[@ritabaldwin3068]

Great video! I agree pre face lift models look better! I have an ‘01 with 61k miles that I am totally in love with! I’ve tried to sell it at least 4x but I can never follow through because I can’t imagine life without this car! SMH

[@theodoreyoung8777]

🤝 I’m never getting rid of my 2006 Lexus LS430 💎 😎

[@ceasersaahir7949]

Funny story!!

[@Doty6String]

would not have thought about those rims on an LS, they look awesome

[@AnwarAndCars]

Thank you!

[@awwbubba3071]

They’re sc430 wheels I believe

[@eddiethetruhead]

Some guy in my town put those same SC430 wheels on his white 2007 ES350. Couldn’t help but notice as he drove past me. They actually look better on the LS and the ES than the SC they were intended for in my opinion.

[@boogitybear2283]

You’re insane to get rid of that King of Cars! It’s made to last 50 years!

[@rudymonopolio9283]

I own Ls430 with no problem its like a gecko sticking into the ground no squick creak or rattle whatsoever it drives likes a champs i cant complaine the comfort and power except the gas mileage on the city driving .. effortless to drive on the freeway...check the rubber seal on the trunks might be missing replace a sway bar links i have a same problem of my other car that rattle when hit a bumps and solve the problem

[@1AEROSOL.1PUFF]

MY 2004 LS430 ULTRA IS FAST, I USE SHELL V GAS, ONCE A MONTH I ADD LUCUS COMPLEATE FOR INJECTORS, AND CHANGE OIL TWICE A YEAR WITH PENZOIL PLATINUM 5W30, A TRANSMISSION FLUSH ONCE A YEAR, IF YOU TREAT YOUR CAR RIGHT YOU WILL GET GOOD RESULTS 🫖

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Hey bro I own a 2006 Lexus LS430 got the transmission flush at a Toyota dealership since no Lexus dealerships do it in my area one question for u if u care to share read that a Transmission fluid change is better than a flush cause a flush can cause damage to the transmission have u ever heard that before? and if so what made u get the flush instead of a transmission fluid change

[@1AEROSOL.1PUFF]

@@theodoreyoung8777 YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY CORRECT, I MEANT TO SAY TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAIN, A FLUSH WILL CAUSE ALL SORT OF PROBLEMS, THANK YOU THEO FOR PULLING MY COAT TAIL 🫖

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@1AEROSOL.1PUFF and Thank You for the reply back bro and wow was worried since I got the flush from now on will get the fluid change really hope that doesn’t cause any problems down the line 🤝

[@1AEROSOL.1PUFF]

@@theodoreyoung8777 YOU WILL BE VERY PLEASED WITH THE TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGE.

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@1AEROSOL.1PUFF Thanx bro and why might I ask did u feel a difference after your fluid change and how many did u get?

[@smcintosh8792]

the best vehicle ever!!!

[@MkdMuzza]

Those SC430 wheels actually suit the LS nicely 👌👌

[@AnwarAndCars]

Thank you!

[@christophermartin972]

They actually look pretty good, but the 18 in five spikes looked better IMO.

[@barryhill1044]

I cannot understand the criticism here ! He’s talking about probably The Best car in existence Especially the 430 LS UL ( not my opinion but that opinion of some of the very best Motoring Web Sites,

[@Cgtlfa]

Damn I drove an ls430 and it’s drove smooth as hell and did feel vip with quietness… it had fortune auto coils… Maybe you need better coilovers?

[@AnwarAndCars]

Definitely. I’m getting some new ones soon

[@prism8289]

That Lexus's rattle and creak? That is absolutely foolish. I had a 96 ES 300 that I just got rid of 3 years ago that was absolutely quiet and smooth always. I have an 2006 LS 430 that you could record an album inside it while driving on the freeway. I also sold used cars of all types, and sold many Lexuses, which were almost always in immaculate condition.

[@prism8289]

and I LOVE my cupholders.

[@Mabeylater293]

Yea. YOUR car rattles and rides like💩. You got a jacked up interior hack. The suspension has been replaced with some Frankenstein eBay crap None of this is Lexus’s fault. Ls430’s are the smoothest and quietest cars around. And the great headliner looks great with the black interior. Don’t know what you’re smoking.

[@eddiethetruhead]

Sweet 430 Bro. Nice choice with the SC wheels. I have a 2000 LS400 and I cherish every mile behind the wheel of it. Peace to all the Lexus lovers worldwide.🌎 1UZ for life.☝️

[@Electrotat]

The LS400 Was the one featured in the arcade video game Final fight

[@eddiethetruhead]

@@Electrotat Yes the Street Fighter 2 bonus stage where you kick it til it collapsed. I remember it fondly. It was the first gen LS400. Or possibly a Toyota Celsior in the Japanese version of the game. I grew up playing SF2 in the arcades and on my Super Nintendo back in the good ol 90s.👍🏼

[@CalzoneOP]

Most negative issues i'm seeing here are just due to lack of maintenance

[@demri123]

or unnecessary mods

[@williamjg6542]

Bro that thing looks sick. Can’t wait to buy mine.

[@AnwarAndCars]

You won’t be disappointed, just do good research

[@midnightclub7629]

I absolutely LOVE my 03 ls430 ul

[@Electrotat]

I bought one last week 122000 miles for $250, the acceleration is instant.

[@AnwarAndCars]

Yeah this one had some problems

[@eternalafterlyfe]

Would you buy an 02 lexus LS 430 with 51k miles on it or an 05 lexus LS 430 with 117k on it?

[@theodoreyoung8777]

I’d buy the 05 bro just looks way better to me with the face lift I own a 2006 Lexus LS430 never getting rid of mines 💎😎

[@ritabaldwin3068]

My personal opinion is you can’t go wrong with either one but I would go with the one that has the better maintained maintenance records!

[@agucciverse]

the 51k miles sounds nice but its also an older car, gotta ask why it's that low? how was it stored over the years? 117k on a 05 seems like it was a regularly driven car. if youre still in the market, id say test drive both and get the background on them. then go from there. both cars will last you many years

[@anthonym1862]

I have an 02 with 218,742 Miles it's good

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@anthonym1862 😎🤝

[@agucciverse]

what aftermarket speakers did you go with, and how did you wire them? I've only gotten around to putting a sub in

[@AnwarAndCars]

I just replaced the oem ones with upgraded speakers of the same size and spliced the wire

[@1AEROSOL.1PUFF]

ALSO I LOVE THE AIR SUSPENSION 🫖

[@tr00royal]

💯

[@richardayala4505]

Great Video ! Do you think because maybe you are on coils the ride quality is bad ?

[@AnwarAndCars]

most definitely. a stock ls430 rides like you're on a cloud

[@midnitesnack3683]

I had mine on coil and the ride was bad it kinda spoil the car

[@ajones8008]

WHAT COILOVERS ARE YOU RUNNING? im thinking about some for mine but dont want a harsh ride, looking for a balance between comfort and sport

[@michaelxdrift]

Love the sc rims. What brand spacers did you use?

[@nicebergslim]

where are you in maryland, my guy?

[@demri123]

man u lowered it and put rims on it. of course the ride is not smooth as it was before

[@austinpowers1999]

What year is this?

[@AdventureeX]

Yoo what company you buy that rear view mirror from? I have a Broadway but it doesn’t fit 🙃

[@diablito301]

the wheeels broooo!!

[@oneupownu]

did you wet sand or had your car paint corrected?

[@AnwarAndCars]

Neither just a regular wash and wax!

[@itzjdub282]

This car is nice but the condition isn't great

[@sushilbarua4442]

Can you make a video major problems in pre face lift and facelift?

[@AnwarAndCars]

i covered some of the major problems in my LS430 buyers guide

[@jameshicks5652]

Sounds like urs is used and abused..🤣

[@ORTLIEBRC]

do you still own this car?

[@AnwarAndCars]

Not anymore

[@cloroxlysolbleachwhipes8658]

That’s what the audio system is for.. you won’t Hear rattles👍🏽 problem solved

[@EdwinRodriguez-mm5ym]

No true you never own one I Own Lexus gs 430

[@01johny]

Truck should be self closing.

[@671ManG]

Yeah all used cry baby

[@ArturoHernandez-px5cl]

Because it still looks good

[@chazgarcia5782]

i am absolutely in love with your car, and i love that you went with the sc430 wheels!

[@AnwarAndCars]

Thank you! I always said these should have been factory

[@ritabaldwin3068]

The trunk should not be slammed as it closes automatically once you gently put it down. You don’t even have to put it all the way down and it should close automatically. Try it and see if it works!

[@AnwarAndCars]

i think my mechanism is broken

[@ritabaldwin3068]

Oh ok! Many don’t know the car even has that feature.

[@awwbubba3071]

Fr it’s so nice just set it down and it locks in for you

[@ceasersaahir7949]

@@AnwarAndCars It is now, the you slammed it!!! Lol

[@fixhead562]

04-06 is sharp and way better. the headlights on pre facelift look like they are sagging and too bubbly.

[@AnwarAndCars]

I agree

[@Solitude633]

That's what I love about this car its affordable & commands respect

[@AnwarAndCars]

hopefully they stay in the affordable range

[@itzjdub282]

Thank you! Everyone discourages people from getting an UL. If the suspension goes on a 15 to 20 yr car just get it fixed.

[@BernonCars]

Oh shit you’re in MD too! I saw this on marketplace 😂

[@aroundthecar1]

I have one 2003 Ls430 UL, driving it daily. Really Smooth and comforts. This only matter is the gas mileage 😅😅

[@lexusls4305]

Great looking car! Tasteful mods and in great shape

[@AnwarAndCars]

Thank you! it could be better mechanically but it runs and drives no problem

[@smithjohn2416]

Hey mate. I agree on the interior creaking / rattling. I am positive that it never came like that from the factory, however over time/more mileage, sun exposure and what not, that the components would ultimately wear and start making noises. I have fixed most creaks in my LS, by using foam tape and some felt on problematic areas, really have to shove it in there with a plastic pry tool or something with a flat end. I even shoved it in the NAV unit bezel, which was making a "clicking/popping" sound over bumps. The most noticeable one that I have now is from the sunroof, I think the sliding cover lining material sort of sticks to the roof and will make a "popping" or "clicking" sort of sound. Haven't been able to figure that one out. I also have a rattling sub-tray on bass heavy music, probably need to take the seats out and get under the rear deck and add isolation material.

[@smithjohn2416]

Also I just seen the trunk part, yeah that sounds a bit odd? Sounds like a damned Honda or something being slammed. My 04 sounds like a metal door being slammed shut haha. Possibly the sound deadening as you have mentioned has been removed?

[@AnwarAndCars]

@@smithjohn2416 i believe there are also loose parts in the door panels because thats where most of the rattles come from

[@tr00royal]

Mine only does that if I’ve let it sit for a while. I also have the stock air suspension thought.

[@thatguyjai]

Good video! I always liked the older LS's. I drive a 2008 Acura RL that has been very reliable so far at 240,000+ miles. I also live in Maryland.

[@aHIGHasian]

My LS430 has 180k miles and it doesnt have any rattles and noises while driving. Smooth like butter.

[@AnwarAndCars]

After further inspection, not only are my coilovers shot, but i also either need new tie rod ends or a new rack because there is play with the wheels in the air.

[@mmarciniak]

A good way to ruin a car….give it to a kid.

[@MrFuchew]

see the ground! where is your splash cover?

[@AnwarAndCars]

Who needs a splash cover

[@robertson7384]

All you said was true except for alot of untrue things about the facelift version. It's way better in all aspects then the ones before the facelift version.

[@birdworldist]

Mine is a 03 250k plus miles and it runs so perfect and smooth. No issues whatsoever

[@larryhill1192]

Get those curtains off

[@midnitesnack3683]

Think you got a bad one which haven't fully maintain as it should be mine got 185000 it's not fast from start buy it pick up really good after and it go all the way too 155miles with comfort

[@barryhill1044]

Ha ha ha ha…. The reason for hearing the creaks is because the LS430 is almost Erie silent So yes You do hear everything such as creaks etc

[@hayden93]

Wdym? Refresh barely looks my different, and the headlights are actually more rounded off that the pre refresh

[@ceasersaahir7949]

He went from praising the car in the beginning, to knocking the car!!

[@671ManG]

Whack

[@duckwaynemane1909]

Yo its creaking during ovulations because of you not putting back the fabric caps that go on the plastic pegs of your interior when you did the stereo upgrade my guy... snow mode starts in 1st mann

[@BernonCars]

Subbed lmao. I have a GS 430

[@jeanlubeus7165]

I'm looking for the same wheels. Anyone know where I can find them?

[@omniphoriusvcf907]

Recognized the wheels right away, great choice. Period correct and also unique.

[@Valenziagaa]

What coilovers did you run?

[@AnwarAndCars]

these were on Godspeeds aka ebay junk

[@Valenziagaa]

Another question (my bad) did you have any problems running the 10mm in front?

[@a77firebird66]

Does it still have the trans problem ??

[@riccosmooth481]

This guy knows his stuff: keep it up!

[@mistabradleybeats6329]

"Okay, I'll take that into consideration" 😂😂😂

[@thatguy1860]

I have an 03 and an 04 the 03 looks better so I agree.