2007 Lexus RX 350 Review - 307,000 Miles And Counting!

[@bwofficial1776]

There is one of these that served as an NYC taxi and was still running fine with several hundred thousand miles. Hand-me-down early RXs were the rich girl cars at my high school. This is one of the last great Lexuses where you can feel that quality over all design philosophy.

[@mviking39]

Just bought a 2009 with 140,000 miles. Changing all the fluids this Friday.

[@agame-jv6zv]

do you like it?

[@MattSmith-pf5di]

I do like it. Ordering aftermarket replacement parts is difficult. Amazon has not been my friend in this endeavor, lol. So far I am happy as I drive in the snow. The RX 350 really saved me as I got stuck. With a some pushing and my wife at the wheel I got un stuck. We had personal reasons to be on the road that day. Very important business. In all im happy. I have a 2013 ford Edge 3.5 that I’m happy with as well. Cars are different now. I don’t like the direction things are going. I have a few cars and I wrench on them myself. My intention is to make them last is long as possible

[@ShoebHussaini]

@@MattSmith-pf5di Use Rock auto if you are from the states.

[@michaeld2799md]

307k miles is a cakewalk for this platform. Let alone any Lexus or Toyota ♥️

[@avanishpatel3076]

I drive one of these! It has 187k miles and cost 7k during the height of the car shortages the past couple of years. The front differential is leaky, the power steering rack is leaky, the moon roof doesn't open anymore, and it will probably need new wheel bearings and rear struts at some point in the future. You would never know any of this while driving it though. It's a little beat up but it's still running great with a very strong engine. She's a real trooper!

[@potaijee]

how much mpg do you average? I'm looking into one but a little worried about fuel economy. Thanks!

[@avanishpatel3076]

@@potaijee I get on average 18-22mpg. It takes premium too, so expect 70-80 dollars per tankful. I don't drive that often so it's not too big of a deal for me but honestly I'd look elsewhere if you're going to be driving a lot and are concerned about fuel costs because it adds up really fast with this car.

[@potaijee]

@@avanishpatel3076 appreciate this, thanks!!

[@dinhscot]

@@potaijee yeah my AWD RX get around 17 city 25 HWY and 21 Average Combine

[@theoriginaljimmykicker]

It’s easy to replace the sunroof motor. Four screws hood the light fixture on. Then a bolt or two for the guard under it. Then you can pull the motor. Mine ate the gears unfortunately but the motor was fine. I couldn’t figure out a way to easily repair it, so I got a whole nother sunroof. Removing it isn’t bad except all the headliner stuff takes time. Like 8 bolts or so hold it on. If it’s just the motor, do like I suggested and remove the light to access it. While you have that apart, put some thick white lithium grease on it, and it’ll be good.

[@Trenton-om9qs]

My friends mom has one of these and it is very comfy. These Toyota and Lexus last a long time

[@jeffboyrd4469]

I have an 2009 RX350, a daily driver with 312k on it. Love the car. Have had some issues, mostly being in the NE and salty winters. One thing you did NOT mention is the hidden cup holder under the left driver side air vent. You can see it at the 2:55 mark. Cool feature!

[@carlasimon1474]

Nice! I have the same year. Has 152,000 on it. Still runs good. I bought it just recently. Needs minor repairs. But I love it

[@hollybirge4087]

The Car Care Nut would love this Lexus.

[@toddj9548]

I've had a 2007 RX 350 since 2019. It has 111,000 miles. I drive it daily and love it!

[@________________7279]

My parent's purchased a brand new one for 45k in 2005. It's one of the best vehicles we've owned. It just rolled passed 197k with no major issues.

[@theoriginaljimmykicker]

I just bought one of these today. Some body damage. Car has 415,000 miles!!! It runs perfectly. I got it for $1500! Deal!! Feels like it’ll run another 100k witho it any trouble.

[@masterroshi1015]

Update please?

[@eleanormassaro5195]

At 10:53, the 2023 RX pulling up in the background with the 2007 RX in front! Well done, Zack!

[@rpmcolpa1990]

...we have two of these ...a 2005 and a 2006 ...same RX genre ...hundreds of thousands of miles driven ...maintenance? ...yes ...but well worth the investment ...lifetime vehicles ...love them!!

[@natlovell122]

How often did you change the timing belt on yours?

[@DanMasters]

It’s supposed to be 90 but most do it at about 100k.

[@DanMasters]

We have 3 of them in my family - my wife 05 215k, her dad 04 235k, and now my daughters 07 135k first car. We also have an 05 es330 320k and a 13 Sequoia 301k. I do most of my own work. Just maintenance and wear parts. These are machines, they will run forever if you take care of them. I want to see which one reaches 1 million miles first!

[@jimh9332]

We have an 2008 Rx and our 3rd lexus I keep buying them because they are so reliable and comfortable just like our other Lexus's that have gone well over 200k with just minimal maintenance FYI if you have the tow pkg replace the oil cooler line with a metal one

[@FCT8306onTwoWheels]

This my favorite generation of the Lexus RX suv. And the one in the video has the best wheel choice, I love it. This vehicle in silver, mmm mmm so nice. I used to have a Mazda MPV 4x4 van and around the time that i got the mileage up to 220k miles I got lazy and never checked the engine oil and always ran it low on oil. Made it to 257k miles and it spun a bearing and I had to let it go. It shifted gears like a Mercedes Benz and shifted buttery smooth. That motor though was neglected by me, bet it would still be around.

[@Mellowdab1983]

That is awesome 300k mikes. Also, Zach your new intro tune and animation ROCKS!!!!!

[@sreerajs9268]

I owned the same car. Love it. Please note the rear seat also adjustable for more leg room.

[@RamBo-uu9so]

06 Highlander AWD limited 3.3 V6 has 334k still rolling along.

[@CarsofGlasgow]

This takes me back! I had a 2004 RX 300 of this generation, it had a touch screen and a reversing camera (for an '04 was cool)

[@namzy410]

Rx 330?

[@bigolow641]

2004= RX 330

[@CarsofGlasgow]

@@namzy410 no RX 300, its on my channel if you want to see

[@CarsofGlasgow]

@@bigolow641 wrong haha! RX 300, it is on my channel if you want to see it.

[@lucasstuart-chilcote7069]

That’s a great color to spot paint transfer from a hit and run! Unique

[@topper2142]

My first Lexus,even being nearly 16 years old with 105k miles,I absolutely love it. The only thing I wish it had was Bluetooth streaming.

[@tomsawyer4857]

Love this car. Starts every day

[@Metalodeath]

This was my favorite gen I wanna see the new ones hit these kinda miles especially with all the technology built into them! I haven’t see one yet!

[@theoriginaljimmykicker]

Mine has 416,000!

[@zachspurlock9574]

Yours has over 400k miles?

[@theoriginaljimmykicker]

@@zachspurlock9574 418k now.

[@kgisabeast]

I’ve seen the next gen, 2010-12 with over 250k

[@theoriginaljimmykicker]

These cars can go many, many miles more than that. My 08 has 418k. The 2010 till they changed it is basically the same car shell as the 04-09. Just different body panels. @@kgisabeast

[@omnitraveller]

I had a GS300 from 2007 and absolutely loved it. When I sold it at around 130k miles it was still running great. Thinking of getting a Lexus again

[@southernfriedshenanigans3639]

I always look forward to your videos and I’m glad Toyota of Naperville was able to let you review this beautiful RD350! I’m glad to see that dealers are still offering pristine examples of older Lexus and Toyota vehicles. I saw your review about the Stealth ES and I’d still love for you to review my Twin Turbo. The differences are amazing!

[@InterstateRaziTV]

These Lexus SUVs are known to last forver and ever!

[@notsharingwithyoutube]

I bought a 3rd gen, and I love it. It had 150k miles on it, and when I took it to Lexus for inspection they said I needed two new tail lights.

[@franklinshriver8441]

Yeah, i got an 08 awd one, had it since '16..has 215,000 on it but to buy a new car just seems counter-intuitive. I did just spend 5k on suspension and steering parts, but upgraded the struts and sway bars to help eliminate the body roll. It still rips when i need it to, and is as comfy as ever. I do recommend these as a good used car that only needs minor maintenance. I know i will hafta replace things as it ages, but it's still less expensive than new car payments. And yes, i did, and recommend replacing the oil cooler line as well!

[@piefecta3012]

10:57 nice shot

[@theworldisyours360]

Have a 400h - hybrid version. On 220k miles check engine popped up. Removed back seat together with Russian neighbor in order to get to the battery, dissasembled battery determined failed cell , ordered a good one for 65$, replaced, accembled back, now gonna have 200 more miles up ahead.

[@mazomaaiha]

Mine has 420000 kms and going strong. Best car ever

[@dave11686]

These are like energizer bunnies. Keeps going and going and going (Am I aging myself with this reference?)

[@davinp]

Yes, Toyota and Lexus are very well-built so they last a long time.

[@alexadeshigbin8129]

Not at all, I'm in my 20s and got the reference

[@WhatShallEyeDo4U]

You seem to be shocked at how good a shape the car is in... But, bro... It's from a Toyota dealership. Of course it's going to be refurbished and in tip top shape. 😉

[@heeaach]

My wife has the exact same car here in Canada. She is very lucky to have one. She loves it so much

[@yeahnoway111]

Wish these came with the push to start like IS, GS and LS models did

[@DarkstarDCB]

Recently acquired a 2007 myself with 173k miles for $500. Cam phaser bolts in bank 1 unfortunately backed out, but the body and transmission are in excellent condition. A good engine refresh and it'll be ready for many more years of use.

[@doctorzaius4084]

The RX is kind of a paradox; you can tell on the inside that it's clearly a Toyota, yet everything looks and feels much nicer than a Mercedes-Benz from the same era. It also looks like an armadillo, but that's cool with me. The RX400h from this generation was one of the first hybrids I ever drove and it really spoiled me. Few other hybrid drivetrains are as smooth or quiet, including most brand new 2023 vehicles.

[@baronvonjo1929]

I never really felt anything with ours. I only understand why people buy luxury cars when I got in a IS and it was loaded with features and the beige, grey, silver multicolor interior. The way I felt about the IS was absent on the RX. But just my experience

[@kevinjoseph2906]

I would love for you to review the Suzuki grand vitara or grand vitara XL-7 2001 to 2006

[@Waray25]

I have 2009 lexus rx350 now has 230k miles mainten myself I'm hoping to get 500k miles or more.

[@manuelashepherd3051]

You give me hope. I got a 2009 too with 195000miles

[@carlasimon1474]

I got 2009 rx350 also has 152,000 hope it holds up. Bought it used with 150,000.

[@damilolaakanni]

I'm pleasantly surprised that the key hasn't broken after all these years. Lexus models of this era that used traditional keys (this, the LX and GX) had an issue where the key would break off from the fob, or the key fob would break and you'd have to use the keyholes every time you wanted to open the doors. Many people either just used the spare key or got a new keyfob.

[@toms_garage]

That’s impressive! I loved my 2004 RX300

[@jbwjr54]

I have one of these that are available to be with 98,000 miles on it for $10,000. I’d like to get it for a little less but I need to have a pre-buyer inspection done on it to find out if there’s any issues. I’ve been trying to find some reviews on this particular year model. I did not get good reviews on the Internet. Everything newer than this was fine. I’m really trying to consider this car that is available. Thanks for the review.

[@rifahulabrartaiseer7998]

Hi,I am interested in buying it.Please hit me up if you are interested.I am from New York.

[@notyourbusiness1352]

Toyota Harrier in Japan, very well made cars!

[@celsovera91]

Now the harrier is back as the toyota venza

[@notyourbusiness1352]

@@celsovera91 yep!

[@celsovera91]

The lexus rx was originally based on the toyota harrier that's only sold in japan. Now its the basis for the toyota venza here

[@bambamdog441]

My mother had a 07 with the same color and it was pretty cool. Now she has a 09 Pebble Peach edition RX with another unique color

[@rvexchangegroup4473]

I am very happy with our 400h w/231k miles that looks/drives perfect - it is more of a performance Hybrid and boy does it scoot. I had the realization that it is the Perfect 'Karen' car. Karen - "The car must be safe, I must be pampered, it must be appreciated by the other school moms, the Hybrid makes it so I am not hurting the environment." Yes, the perfect Karen car...so we changed 'her' name to Karen...

[@Gimmithat491]

Bought 2007 rx350 basic model in the height of the car shortage 2021 for 9500 with 109k miles. I thought I over paid but 60k miles later I’ve done nothing but oil changes and breaks once. Great buy

[@TylerChristoher]

Brother gifted me this I'm in love. I rip around the city on and off the highways in comfort. That color though for real dude I love, and the 2 green front windows. 180k M's

[@Sicknessqs]

Just put a transmission in my 07 RX350, so worth it😊

[@akoremmanuel1495]

I have silver colour of exactly this model 2007 i love it

[@artistnyc123]

I'm just curious after 300,000 miles where are the cooler pipes changed on this? Or are they still running on the original rubber?

[@michaelp8856]

did Lexus change the engine in the 2nd generation 2002-2009? i think it was changed in 2007ish?

[@drivewaygarage1561]

There is a bar on the front of the back seat so you can slide the seat back further

[@NileshR12]

The 3rd gen model you received is a little bit bigger in the interior compared to this generation of the RX

[@bextar6365]

I prefer the body style over the new radial model !

[@jeremiahallyn4603]

Me too. I honestly can't stand new model cars. They're just over the top.

[@chosensmusic]

My 2007 rx350 has about 289,000 miles so I’m approaching that landmark as well

[@chosensmusic]

@Miss Banks 🧐 I would check to see if they have replaced the oil cooler line, it was originally rubber for the 2007 year so make sure that’s replaced, I’ve just recently replaced the radiator, water pump, and thermostat. Just basic minor wear and tear- stuff

[@baronvonjo1929]

My family got one of these. We are Toyota folks but we never found it loveable. The men couldn't love it case its so girly looking. Mom wasn't sold on the center console. Not really sure why we got it I really did like the leather. Very soft. It was not very comfortable. I swear the rear axle always sounded like it was going to rip off. My dad said my Camry was much more comfortable inong trips. It was replaced with a 4runner that we all love. Not as soft leather though. I will say good in it for not leaving us stranded like the S60 it replaced.

[@B33ond]

Hey Zak would you buy this or crv of same year ?

[@dndfw817]

Early to Mid 2000 cars from Japan were ahead of time. Infiniti, Lexus, Acura, Nissan and many other brands. Sadly now its quantity over quality.

[@DrAvEn1990]

my dad has one i drive it sometimes the acceleration is amazing and the wheel turns with ease it needed an alternator recently but other than that runs great

[@handledward]

You missed the nice two compartments at the back that open with buttons 👀

[@Manny-lc1mf]

Should I buy one of these for at 100k miles and what maintenance should I expect at that mileage. I haven’t found a particular one to buy yet but just considering in general

[@andrewhkim]

Replace the VVTI Oil Line and the Oil Cooler Line w/ all metal if it still has the rubber lines. Catastrophic failure if they leak. Also steering racks are bad on this car. They will leak if not already.

[@jimh9332]

Only if it has the tow pkg for the oil cooler line​@@andrewhkim

[@milopichu]

some of the complaints were already addressed in the later models though? like the rear leg space

[@Dankcatvacs]

1:58 its already a 5 speed 0.75 . final drive ratio should be 3.45

[@flavellinator]

I own this exact car... Has 105k miles. Just had to replace engine as the water pump went out and it overheated badly. It also had the vaunted timing cover leak... So I did a JDM engine swap. Replaced plugs thermostat, seals, and water pump and it purrs like a kitten now. The color is true chameleon for sure!

[@TheLexusKitsune]

I miss my 2008 it was such an amazing first car and I absolutely loved it

[@jamalwalker2104]

Just got one for my wife. We love it.

[@bigadz7299]

Is it good for highways in Australia

[@andrewhkim]

I was surprised to find that this car feels small on the inside. Smaller than the 2nd Gen CRV. I’m not particularly tall, but my head feels close to the ceiling with the seat bottomed out. Also the sloped hatch really cramps the trunk storage space. The CRV on the other hand can carry much more. It’s built like a tank though, and is nice and quiet for longer road trips. Just not the space for all your stuff. Around town, slow drives to school dropoffs and the grocery store, I see around 13 mpg. All highway about 22-25, and a mix of around 17mpg. Another odd thing I’ve noticed about Toyota/Lexus…it’s easy for rear passengers to get car sick, so you have to drive real smooth to avoid that. Not just the RX, but other T/L vehicles as well.

[@angusp5515]

but a huge difference in the quality vs the CRV. The CRV has no luxury, its loud, more road noise. RX350 feels better built and a more premium car. Plus it has a strong V6

[@andrewhkim]

@@angusp5515 agreed on all of those points. i only mention the CRV as a reference to how small the cargo space is on the RX. as i mentioned, the RX is built like a tank, and is nice and quiet for longer road trips. Just not the space for all your stuff.

[@angusp5515]

@@andrewhkim CRV is more boxy so a little more space

[@angusp5515]

@@andrewhkim 13 mpg is low, maybe you have an issue or its poorly maintained. In the city lowest i got is 17 mpg, highway easily 27 mpg sometimes 30. First time i heard about car sick lol. maybe your driving it like a hoot whilst getting 13 mpg.

[@WildWildWeasel]

Didn't even know this existed. Now I want it so bad. In that exact same color.

[@tvrusa5196]

Bought my wife one of these back in a day…. We loved it up until the first snow happened (few inches)…. She got stuck in the flat driveway on a patch of ice because traction control wouldn’t allow it to move …and it may have passed the big friggin bottle test, but there is no option on this car to turn the traction off🤦‍♂️…. (Next gen has this option, but that one doesn’t… go figure😂)

[@speedfiend925]

It fits? NO WAY! 😅

[@TonyGruber2009]

Can someone please confirm if the Bluetooth feature on this second gen RX350 allows you to play music from your phone through your car speakers like the newer model vehicles do? Please let me know. Thanks, Tony

[@andrews4070]

It does not, BUT you can run an aux cord into the cassette player with an old adapter that was common in the era of portable CD players!

[@samirmogtube]

Mine will be hitting 300k next week. It is 2008 Lexus rx400h still running and looking great. Nobody believes when I say it is 2008 with almost 300k. Only issue came up recently is the clunking noise from the break due to to ABS module 9ther than that it is still like a single mom, I wouldn't say vargin 😂😁

[@caturlifelive]

omg, almost 500 km!. Amazing

[@MartinAguilar213]

11:34 Ha! jokes on you , because i have one of these 😂

[@dinhscot]

This is a well taken care Lexus for that much miles... I have basically the same one.. the RX330 year 2004 with only 160K miles. My body and inside look far worst then this one that has more than double my Miles and used...

[@felicityolson7810]

Just bought this exact car!

[@cripplermaximus]

I am gonna look at one of these tomorrow. I hope it’s legit so i can buy it … vrooooom

[@reedcarpenter2994]

Do you have to use premium gas on these?

[@toddj9548]

Yes

[@yosemite98]

No. Almost nobody does

[@franklinshriver8441]

You dont HAVE to...but i try and give it mostly premium...yet it runs perfectly fine on regular...just feel it out as you go.

[@paulvon2378]

My RX is only 10 years newer and has 59,000 miles on it. My guess is this car has a lot of highway miles and was serviced regularly with synthetic oil. Owner must have garaged it as well.

[@jupiterbullish2520]

What region Is this?

[@joshverdoorn7375]

I love these very much

[@jasonwb6884]

This sucks. I have a low mileage LS-430 that I love. Till Google fiber backed one of their trucks into it and caused 9k in damages. I can't find another low mileage one like more for less than 13-14k. Been looking at Lexus SUVs, looked at a 2015 RX-350 today, not bad, but bumpy ride. My LS is a rear cruiser, handles bumps like a dream. I need to test drive a GX or LX (if I can find one that isn't crazy $) i hope the GX has a smoother ride than a RX.

[@davidprosper3460]

I wonder how much they’re selling it for?

[@nphan3940]

You can get 2007 2008 for about 5k-6k I am planning to buy one for my son 😂

[@WhatShallEyeDo4U]

So... That's what the PASS sound effect sounds like.... 🤔😂😂😂

[@MichaelLopez-cw3yp]

I have a 2008 and has 305k on it and going very strong

[@StraitClownin909]

3rd gen RX starts in 2010*

[@damilolaakanni]

This body style with this engine lasted for three model years (2007-2009), but the third generation came out in 2009 for the 2010 model year.

[@hoomanAdnan]

Lexus Harrier the best car🔥 Zack uses the right term ”Morgan Freeman" car ❤️ ❤️ From 🇧🇩

[@michaelhoo2374]

这个版本的RX350竟然没有马克莱文森音响

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

I'd love Lexus SUV's!! I'm buying this Zack.

[@davinp]

I don't like the radio down so low

[@hunglukenguyen]

I have rx 330 year 2004, top trim

[@mikewarren4943]

The backseats go back they have a reclining position

[@Simple_Jack82]

I drive a 2003 and 2006 town car. I can do 300k without ever rebuilding the engine or trans.

[@cjsteele9594]

Junk

[@JTarn1987]

The Habanero!

[@harrisoakley711]

I have a 2010 RX350. It has 200,000 miles on it. There is only a problem. The car is almost indestructible.

[@mumwifeteacher]

I’d take the Nash and messersmit got to go weird

[@henriquebrenzinger4406]

Couple of more years and these will be hitting 1M miles.

[@yosemite98]

2007 didnt have Bluetooth. Must be aftermarket

[@michaelhansum9547]

The color is called bamboo