Seriously! Did I Score Big Or Is This LS430 A Dud??

[@jeffcicale]

For 850 bucks, you practically STOLE IT....congrats MWM!

[@salvatorezagami4437]

The missing button is pwr, ECT, snow button

[@LSnium]

MY MAN FINALLY GOT A LEXUS! My 1990 LS400 has almost 300k miles and Im the 5th owner, drove it across two states and its never needed anything. My first LS400 I had that saved my live 2 years ago in a bad car accident had 8 owners and 300k miles as well and it never needed anything, these cars are the car for people who don’t want to constantly fix things 24/7. The square key copy card is just a copy for all the keys you can keep at home in a closet or something if you ever lose your keys or need copies made that has a physical laser cut copy to copy off of and the key code itself for laser cutting machines. And the rear “safe” is actually a fridge for drinks or whatever!

[@harleydude-xo8pu]

The key with the code is what you take to the dealer for a new set of keys, it also shows you actually own the car.

[@Pingstein11]

Mike, I love that you beat down the insurance company on the price. YOU DA MAN!

[@MonkeyWrenchMike]

Thanks!!

[@SouthsideKidd550]

Yay!!!!!! MWM finally bought a LEXUS! Mike, you're DEFINITELY about to fall in love with a Lexus. Make sure to watch AMD from The Car Care Nut to get pointers!

[@garycurry4600]

Be prepared for parts sticker shock. LS 430 parts are crazy expensive. The Car Care Nut channel recently did a restoration of an LS430, and the mechanic AMD spared no expense, and it was a great series to watch. Looking forward to seeing what you do 😊

[@joeyt6089]

That is the downside of a Lexus vs a Mercedes. You have to pick cheaper parts more often vs astronomical parts somewhat infrequently. My LS was Camry reliable but even wear parts were insane. Like $600 control arms with no aftermarket alternatives.

[@christophermartin972]

@@joeyt6089I don’t think the OEM parts are too high priced for what you’re getting. I just replaced mt alternator and the OEM was only $300, the original lasted 22 yrs and 275k miles. Brake pads and rotors aren’t too expensive either. I did an OEM wheel bearing that was $360. I guess you get what you pay for 😂

[@thisismagacountry1318]

Exactly why I'll only get the 2023 Lexus ES. Easier maintenance and runs on regular.

[@alljerseysmatter.]

It’s cost Car Care Nut $45,000 to restore his LS430

[@TheBBodyBuilder]

So glad you finally added a Lexus to the fleet…the LS 430 is an awesome machine…I bet you come to love it! I think you could make a series out of cleaning it up, sorting it out mechanically and cosmetically…get a professional PDR person to attend to the dents and then you buff, polish and wax it. Add a DIY ceramic coating…make the series about building a dependable luxury vehicle for under X amount. And if/when you want to sell it I’d be a buyer.

[@805NAVE]

Definitely get some OEM LS wheels and better tires, those wheels gotta go. Love the car tho, can’t wait to see the content on this one !! Please more videos on this baby!

[@Autopilotauto6367]

The mirrors have a circular clip on top that holds the spring down. The teeth have pulled away. Simply pull the clip out, re-bend the teeth and slide it back on. Preferably using a large socket. Going to need some force. I am in the finishing stages of restoring my 2001 LS. Do the camshaft seals when you do the timing belt. Otherwise, just enjoy!

[@ArmandoRektsNoobs]

any other tips just got one recently with 283k mi. And would like to keep it running good lmk pls (:

[@Autopilotauto6367]

@ flush the transmission 3x with a new filter.

[@jeffh4013]

Use. Turtle wax. Black wax you will love t

[@jhp230gr2001]

I have to say thank you for washing the car! Randy NEVER washes the damn cars! it drives me crazy...

[@bobber22]

Not true…he just washed the white Cadillac.

[@kenlaw04]

Mike, this is a great buy. I would fix it up and drive the hell out of it. This could be a new daily for you.

[@pappajohn8912]

Mike, now you are talking. Love that you got yourself a Lexus! The older ones, in my opinion, are incredible and overbuilt. I believe your missing button on the dash is the power, ect, snow button. Definitely do a few videos on fixing this car up. Thank you sir!

[@nahumgarridoblanco8583]

Good car! I have an 05 430 you’ll definitely enjoy it. Timing belt should be addressed first and maybe take a look at the radiator as they tend to leak. Also keep a lookout for some of the original wheels they look great on these cars!

[@stevemccooleq]

Make sure you go with an Aisin timing belt kit and water pump, they make the OEM for Lexus. Rock Auto has them, you should be able to get the kit and pump for under $250.

[@tommyhijmensen6257]

Im so proud of you mike ! 😀 Once you go Lexus you never want to go back (to a Mercedes) Its my new favorite vehicle on the channel ! Please cherish her en keep her healty. Greetings from Holland ❤🙏🏻🚘🔧😀🇺🇲

[@Mr.Worf63]

Awesome Score Mike ! Just needs some TLC . The timing belt is a must for sure. See You In The Next Video !! 👍👍

[@wasabitoburrion4409]

When you change the timing belt and water pump, you may want to use the complete Aisin kit which is original equipment to Toyota-Lexus.

[@stevecarder3581]

Yes! Thank you! LEXUS!!!!!

[@805NAVE]

That is a wallet key card. In case you lock regular key inside. You can pop out the metal key from the card and use it to unlock doors. It won’t start the car alone, however if you hold the card with the chip in it near the ignition, it should start with that metal key. I have them both for my GS430 and ES330 with 350k miles 😁😁

[@jamescrawford6440]

We love seeing you bring back vintage cars! Address the maintenance and cosmetic like you do, those are always good.

[@zosblackdenali]

My wife and I share the same birthday but different years. We've been together for 18 years and when decided to get married we did it on our birthday..... APRIL 5th. I feel honored to share the same bday as MWM.

[@kirkacola7942]

Yay!!! Mike finally got a Lexuss!!!!🤠👍🏻🍻

[@MonkeyWrenchMike]

I know, right??!!

[@gregcromer8406]

Mike, you could make a video replacing the timing belt and water pump. Both are likely overdue, You can purchase two Arizonian tires at Discount Tire. It is their in-house brand made by Cooper Tire. Then, all four tires will match. The dent removals and a ceramic wax detail will also be good for a video.

[@greenleaf1292]

I'm guessing Mike might be daily driving this from now on 😂❤

[@SouthsideKidd550]

@@greenleaf1292 That Lexus would get him from Tulsa to AAR Headquarters in Byars to Terra Haute and back without any hiccups.

[@robertvance1873]

Timing Belt replacement will be a good video and tune up, Fixing the mirrors and Please don't use Armor All on the interior, I have found STP Son of a Gun is really good for leather and vinyl, I drive a 07 Toyota Corolla with 209, 000 miles on it and I love it So Reliable, Happy for you Mikey 😊

[@dixierose3164]

I have the same car, also in black, 2006. Congratulations. You're going to continue to love it. The dents are unfortunate, but consider that is what sent it to the auction and allowed it to be bought for $800. The side-view mirrors CAN fail on some I've heard, but I have not experienced that and cannot recommend a repair. Clean oil and quality fuel and it'll run well for a very long time. I enjoy your videos.

[@AbcDef-iq4no]

A poor man's way to fix those flopping side mirrors is to drive a decently long wood screw from the top of the mirror case nearest the vehicle down toward the mounting bracket on the door (I drilled a hole first with a power drill). It is all plastic so a wood nail did the trick when the exact same thing happened to my side power mirrors on my 2001 (and yes the power function still worked on both mirrors). The only thing that didn't work was the ability to fold the mirrors back, which was a fair price to pay for two functioning side mirrors.

[@seannyberg481]

The one is key is to put in your wallet. It only works for the door. Also nice to have if you need to get new keys made at the Lexus dealer

[@thevacdude]

Man, I love these. This is a 3rd gen, 2002, so a pre refresh, refresh was in 2004, and yes, Mike, you're correct, this is a 3rd gen. Throw some stock wheels back on it, clean it up, and enjoy it. I typically don't like black on black, but I like the black with the walnut wood, which contrasts nicely.

[@Vaxcadian]

Good buy! Fixing those mirrors can be a bear on those.

[@amadeo_serrano]

Re: hole in the dash,according to the 2003 manual, it is for the park assist switch.

[@Nissahud]

That empty a lot is for transmission shift from power to snow or eco. Jason from Florida

[@roymeyer6837]

First of all...what a steal on an amazing car! Would be cool to do a video (could be a collab with another KZbinr like The Car Care Nut, The Car Wizard or anyone else who knows Toyota products) where a mechanic looks iver everything and gives the rundown of what's good and what needs to be addressed. Any needed repairs discovered in that video could give you a series of videos to make with the car. Another cool thing would be to take the car on its first long trip under your ownership to see and capture how it handles the journey.

[@wizpin]

I just like these old car dashboards, not those modern tablet only and zero buttons

[@rickbareman2263]

What a score nice ride your buddy randy should follow your led a clean car is always more presentable also making it way easier to appreciate, the clincher thought is why was it at the auction.👍👍👍

[@aidanpedersen9379]

Looks like you got a 3UZ swap for the MG! Joking aside, that is a very good use of $850 for a daily driver. I’m currently in Japan for a couple more years and I spent a lot more than you did on my one owner 2002 Toyota UCF30 Celsior (JDM LS430) and I am very happy with it. It is the most comfortable car I’ve ever driven, and I love opening it up on the toll roads. Mine had the original timing belt on it that I changed last month at 68,000 kilometers when my radiator showed its age and the belt was still in okay condition, it actually was just starting to come apart from the inside stitching. Plus the timing belt job is quite easy, just keep in mind everything is aluminum and I also recommend referring the video that Car Care Nut did on this subject. I love my Toyota for the same reasons you do and then some. The soft close doors are great for keeping things quiet when necessary. I have some fun stuff planned for my car too, one thing being the ECU being tuned by Car Tune in NZ in a year or so before it comes stateside. And I’m with you on the wheels, I have stock 17 inch wheels on mine that I hate so I have some 2012 ES350 17s on the way that should do well, so you have some other Lexus options to have fun with. These cars treat their owners very well and are very fun to drive, well worth their cost. Congratulations on winning your car at such a good price!

[@jonathanbuffy3522]

Congrats on your Lexus great cars

[@zoeysmokey]

Great buy!.....I mean steal. 😅 First thing I would do besides dents, is the timing belt, then restore the yellowed plastic headlight covers. Did it myself and came out great! Then change out all the fluids, maybe new radiator hoses. Also, the safe in the back, is just a safe. Not a cooler. These are really nice cars man.....

[@frankb5603]

Lola is a beautiful intelligent animal.

[@jimmyjimjims7483]

Man oh man you robbed them BLIND, that is one steal of a deal Mike. I'd buy that 10x over for that price, glad to see you come over to the Lexus family lol

[@mikem5922]

As an avid fan of the channel and a Lexus owner I am excited to see this!

[@SammyKurts-ku2ht]

Best LS430 ever made !!!

[@thesiss1634]

Great choise Mike ! Finaly Lexus LS430 , best car in the world ! Once you start using and repairing it, you will understand why!

[@solidgoldshayne]

Beautiful ls430 congratulations

[@rossfield8850]

Proper steal this one! I hate to admit it but I’m here for the Merc and Lexus vids 😃 door mirrors is another vid, does need original wheels! Cheers Mike

[@fatratz2012]

of course changing the starter if it goes out will be quite the experience but hands down one of the nicest driving experiences I've ever had

[@stevemccooleq]

It's under the intake so removing the intake would be a tedious (not hard, but tedious) job. The good news is that the OEM starter is a very good one and at that location it stays very clean. Doesn't get oil leaking on it like on many other cars which leads to the failure of part.

[@chuckhartzog4451]

Have a 2004. Same color and same package. The missing button is the ETC for snow, reg or power mode. They are cubby drawers under the front seats. The CD changer you were referring to is actually a tool kit. 🎉

[@nickjohnstone9939]

Yes! Lots of videos Mike. There's a cult following for the LS. You're viewers will love the videos. Make a interior detailing video. Dent repair video. And give her a decent buff. Well done.

[@habsom1406]

Wow, what a steal, looks so comfy in there Mikey. I want one! 😍 P.s. Love the music track played whilst you were washing the car.

[@m7machines738]

The timing belt is mad easy on those I bet you could tackle it and that’d make a good video

[@MichaelSmith-cn7se]

Cool car Mike. Personally I love the 430s. Have an 2002 with 59k miles. Nothing rides like a 430. You should have put 430 in the title. It would attract new viewers.

[@jessewynne8193]

The 430 I believe has a self quiet close trunk! There’s a button on the inside near latch on the trunk. Because if you force it close with your hand, you could break it or you close it halfway and then mechanically it will close the rest of the way by itself. It’s a closed trunk so it doesn’t slam.

[@MikeInBendOregon]

Depending on what the problem is, you could do a video on fixing the mirrors too. The interior on those cars is so nice. The dash vents are very cool... It's definitely worth putting a timing belt on it and fixing a few things

[@nbkanoo]

Definitely new/old OEM wheels and some cosmetic body works .. Good job Mike 👍🏼👍🏼

[@dennismaloney3009]

Hi Ireland here. I love your videos. Especially when you team up with Randy. You have a beautiful friendship.

[@MonkeyWrenchMike]

Thanks! He’s a good guy!

[@t.l.robinson2162]

I have a 2006 LS 430 which my youngest daughter drives. I absolutely love it.

[@shawongarrett5506]

Oh I love the Lexus. You should definitely keep it Mike. You can definitely get a few videos out of it

[@turbotato]

You finally bought a reliable luxury car! Congrats!

[@TheNorm959]

You and Randy should do the Timing belt at AAQ headquarters

[@DJDost]

I love that year Lexus.. beautiful ride.. sending you mad love from Newark Brick City NJ..stay safe out there and God bless you and your family...✌️

[@MonkeyWrenchMike]

Same to you!

[@BigJon22091]

I love the Lexus LS, every generation. Definitely need to change those wheels. Keep them coming, Mike.

[@TruckzNTrainz]

Lexus never see the shop unless its routine maintenance unlike the other car you mentioned. Just subscribed!

[@craigschenk729]

Yaaaaaay! Mike gets a nice driver!!!!🎉

[@dombooth86]

Absolutely awesome v log 👍 .. definitely woukd love to see you tackle the timing belt & dent removal & maybe fit some original wheels

[@maverickflint1991]

That Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme convertible is an awesome vehicle.😊❤️

[@markjones6181]

I knew you was a Aries lol......4/14 right here brother thanx for sharing Mike .......🔥🔥🔥❤️👍🏽💯

[@MonkeyWrenchMike]

You bet

[@ewaldmaas5790]

Mike put a suction cup on the door and it already looks better! Keep it up with the splendid content! 👍 Looking forward to the follow-up!

[@danielulz1640]

A good toilet plunger often works.

[@ewaldmaas5790]

@@danielulz1640 exactly

[@russelltrupia4479]

A little american made mixed in will always help your channel👍👍

[@rce59]

You should take it to the dent wizard and then do the head gasket video. A nice car.

[@shanemberry]

Imagining Randy honking the horn when you hooked the battery up. Nice Lexus.

[@carlosarellano4]

Those 4.3-liter 3UZ-FE engines are solid

[@05Elantra98GSGang]

Bro is literally about to blow his channel up bc it’s a LOT of Lexus Enthusiasts me being one of them and this is my first time watching your channel again in over 6 months only bc you got a Lexus LS brotha

[@MonkeyWrenchMike]

Thanks man!!

[@AmilThaha]

Love the LS430, such a wonderful car

[@MrMZ-vv5jw]

Hay Mike, congrats on the Lexus. It looks really nice, a few bits to do to make it mint. It would be wonderful to see a detail video such as clay bar and machine operated polishing. That would really make the black paint shine and give it depth.

[@ronsautojax]

Mike finally bought a lexus!!! 🎉🎉🎉 or as I call em souped up Toyota!!!

[@stevemccooleq]

The ES could be called a re-badged Toyota but not an LS. Toyota does not make a V8 sedan.

[@BIMMERZEITT]

This is great, I have always wanted one of these. I'll have to buy one next to see what all the fuss is about!

[@dwightsimpson18]

Love your hat, Naples FL right down the road from me

[@MonkeyWrenchMike]

Nice!

[@jameelali1266]

Santa from Santa’s workshop will do a fantastic job on the Lexus..

[@maverickflint1991]

That Lexus LS450 is a very nice vehicle too.😊❤️

[@markrosenberg4614]

There is no requirement that older cars need to be like new, if it runs, drive it, as is!

[@KevinMichaels0591]

Yes! Bring more Lexuses or Lexi to the channel. Big score on this one Mike!

[@davidkucher5.0Coy]

I like it Mike, good luck. 😎👌👍

[@locotrucker46]

You can't go wrong with a lexus. They are so reliable and dependable. And they are every bit as nice as a Mercedes but without all the problems of a Mercedes

[@brettram8099]

Mike, I’ve been so long for your first Lexus buy! Well done, worth getting some dents fixed…..on a side note, would love to see you drive the Midget down to AR HQ!

[@TheLexusIS250Dude]

Congratulations on getting a Lexus. I am a Lexus owner as well I drive a 2019 Lexus ES350 and I absolutely love it. I can't wait till you fix it up and once again Congratulations to you.

[@stevecarder3581]

The ES350 will go infinity miles! Just do the maintenance

[@TheLexusIS250Dude]

@@stevecarder3581 it has only 23,458 miles on it

[@bk_goatkim679]

NO WAY YOU DID IT MIKE😂😂!! This is way to good 😂😂

[@davidkinson6610]

Great purchase Mike. My dad had 2 ls models, A 430 and a 400.

[@budledbetter7457]

Wow about time a good car !!! Everything those German cars have and more plus they WORK INEXPENSIVE LY

[@jonathantorres8379]

Yes you should do a video on the dents and then another one on detailing and then one for timing belt and fluid change and last but not least wheels and tires

[@michaelbustillo9583]

Toyota/Lexus are great cars, I’ve always liked Toyotas, which to each their own, enjoy!

[@jimpetersen8095]

Mike you got a great deal!! Any video on this car or what ever car you have will be a great video..

[@travissheehan6082]

Check the coolant. These often have small leaks from the thermostat housing and people run them nearly empty. The level can be seen right behind the radiator looking towards the front. Bulletproof engines.

[@worldhello1234]

Finally, he has bought his first proper car in a not so proper condition. 😊

[@2003cobramustang]

Great deal Mike for 850. A good cleaning and a little work she will be a great car.

[@toguro1009]

Timing belt job wild guess, $2000+. If you do that, Mike, I would watch FOR SURE. Cutlass needs a belt, too. I’ll watch it.

[@ArmandoRektsNoobs]

Just bought my 2001 LS430 from the auction a couple days ago for 1k after fees.[clean title no accidents] I’m already so happy with this car it’s such a comfy ride for 20+ year car

[@edwardjbarton]

Had an 03 for a decade. Changed the timing belt at 140,000 miles and 20 years - and it looked new (it was the original belt and water pump). It's DIY-able and will probably last another 140K. Replaced it with an 09 S63 a few weeks ago - so I gave up reliability for smiles...

[@civrizon4227]

My god thank you, I’ve been asking Randy so long I’m so excited for more!!!!!!!

[@nomebear]

When owning a Toyota, you don't know too many mechanics.

[@LSnium]

Mechanics hate Toyota owners because they never get their business 😂

[@SlavikVolmon]

Facts. I love my 2018 Toyota Camry se owned so many bmws got tired of those shits breaking all the time.

[@Austin-ge7cb]

@@LSniumyep haha I have owned two 90s Toyotas love them so much

[@LSnium]

@@Austin-ge7cbthey’re literally indestructible, my family has had many vehicles including American and European, I can tell you all the American and European cars failed and always had major problems, but every Toyota we had never had any issues, my dads 2002 Toyota Tacoma he bought new we sold last year had 537k miles and nothing was ever replaced or rebuilt, my 1990 Lexus LS400 has almost 300k miles and I drove it across two US states nonstop and it literally never needs anything.

[@Austin-ge7cb]

@@LSnium the only other I car I had that was pretty damn reliable was a 2001 Volvo s60

[@michaelwyatt8030]

The mirrors you can check at the junk yard to for the mirrors