So You Want a Lexus LS400

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The Lexus LS400 is a car that flies pretty low on the radar. A big boxy luxury car isnt what everyone thinks to pick up as a car to modify, but does it have some hidden potential? Today Alex talks about some of the history along with the pros and cons of owning an LS400. Would you slam one on the ground? Comment below!
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So You Want is a series dedicated to talking about all things automotive. From engine swaps to cars such as the Toyota Supra, Mazda RX-7, Honda S2000, Subaru WRX, and many more. Strap in as Alex gives you the lowdown on what to expect if you are looking at owning, working on, or modifying any of these cars.
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[@FitmentIndustries]

Would you own an LS400? Comment below! Also, don’t forget to check out our MASSIVE online fitment gallery to help plan your next set of wheels! bit.ly/2yzxQqY

[@justar6865]

He'll yea then I'd 1jz swap it and lower it down to the ground with no stupid camber

[@716tg3]

Fitment Industries if I was lucky enough to FIND one I’d def give it a great home. 1uz dreaming 🙏😷🔰

[@EX7RUD1CON]

Definitely, VIP cars are dope af

[@kmanschnip2075]

I already do..

[@pizzapup171]

Fitment Industries it be neat if you guys could do a episode for so you want a fox body mustang

[@ChriAsh]

STOP MAKING VIDEOS EVERY TIME I THINK ABOUT A CAR

[@gavinhosler5503]

Literally

[@toxicwaste3784]

SO TURE

[@ryansutton4933]

That or it pops up 😂

[@themexicansensation2698]

Lmfao ikr. I’ll think about a car and the next day they’ll post it😂

[@parkersmith9924]

I’m legit working on getting on rn for 1500 dollars but I gotta do some research

[@VladTerrible]

"Tradition cannot carry on if you ignore the first generation" Porsche right now:"So, remember that beetle Hitler asked us to make?"

[@jnieto490]

Haha for real tho

[@MattTricky]

I just picked up a 96 LS400 in November and it’s honestly such an amazing car. I’m 6’3” and literally you could fit 5 more people my size and then some. That and the smooth v8 and how incredibly well the car aged the gauge cluster, and overall how even in 2020 the car has a modern feel what’s not to like?

[@mrjay6137]

is it hard on gas?

[@ghostofsparta6579]

got one 12 years ago .. runs like a tank in 2022 still 👑

[@t3mp708]

@@mrjay6137 around 18 mpg city im pretty sure

[@joeteejoetee]

@@mrjay6137 My 1996 LS400 gets 21MPG city, and 28MPG Hwy (80+MPH) due to its very very low coefficient of drag.

[@Xurya]

@@joeteejoetee that isnt too bad for a v8

[@sandwich_in_wonderland]

In 2005, I bought a 92 used Lexus LS400 for $3200. My dad was furious that I bought an old car with 189K miles. Best car I've ever owned. Besides the poor gas mileage, the car is masterpiece. I drove this car for 8 years and sold it for $1500 with 245K miles. I regret selling my LS400

[@agum820]

i got a 91 with 179k for 2300 3 years ago. in 5 years when im thinking of selling it ill remember this o7

[@parkersmith9924]

I’m about to buy an ls400 for 1500(Canadian dollars) because I’ve always had a love for them and my parents are probably gonna be pissed

[@chanelchanel._]

I payed 8k for a 190k mile on a Lexus ls 430 UL lol

[@juandamacio9554]

My dad was pissed when i got mine then he saw the phone inside and took back what he thought of it

[@malachichanthasena8002]

whats the gas mileage that u got?

[@jacktaylor4961]

I’m an ls400 owner and I love having one. Ton of fun to drive and they sound great. Also you can find one for under 5k nearly 100 percent of the time

[@tony_5156]

Jack Taylor true but they’re not manual, oof

[@Sebast1an89]

Lexus sc transmission swap

[@Trussme96]

@@tony_5156 Neither is an S-Class or 7 Series lol. Its luxury land yacht after all.

[@MarbleMansionVayyaar]

@@Trussme96 facts. not no boytoy

[@jicez6649]

Asin ar5 swap for manual option

[@all1001races]

Every time I read one of these titles I be thinking in my head like *”maybe”* 💀

[@BeatLounge]

This guy is the Pewdiepie of cars, fight me.

[@Alex-vz2jz]

no . . .

[@Alex-vz2jz]

i would say linus of cars, cause both give out info on things.

[@BeatLounge]

miranmiranda I'm talking about the sarcasm

[@Nein238]

Nah pewdiepie would be james in donut media

[@derickbonilla2668]

Nahh james pumphrey

[@Charlie-gx9lm]

On behalf of all us LS400 bois, YYYYYEEEEEEEAAAAAAHHHHHH!!!!!💪

[@Nickdirt420]

💯💯💯💯

[@UltimateForceMarketing]

I got LS 400 puppies. (1) 1995 Lexus LS400 (1) 1996 Lexus LS400 and both gorgeous!! Bought both for grand total of $9000! The 95' is Moonstone Grey The 96 is Champange Metalic both have same Tan Leather interiors.

[@austinmueller6147]

I had an LS400. Put 11,000 miles on it in three months, sold it like an idiot. I replaced the two biggest issues with this chassis myself while I had it, the power steering pump and the alternator. This is one of the best cars ever made and I will have another soon.

[@alexis5688]

NEXT DO GS 300/ARISTO

[@ArnieGold]

How do I turn on notifications for this? Lol. have a 3rd gen GS430. Lexus really make the most reliable luxury cars around.

[@liferuinerjflo]

Alexis I been saying this for months!!!!

[@cvldxron4119]

We need it fr

[@greenman8]

Owner of a 99 White Lexus GS300. For a "slow" car it was on Par with my Brothers 94 Mustang GT. This has to be my Favorite car.

[@alexis5688]

I did the aristo swap on my also pearl white gs year 2000 and it keeps up with most modern cars

[@noahtoombs9351]

LS400’s are one of the greatest cars ever made,.... until you have to replace the alternator 🤦‍♀️

[@Charlie-gx9lm]

Yeah it’s a little awkward

[@716tg3]

Oh you didn’t know, Toyota engineers have 4 elbows 😂 must be a regional thing 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@585Lowrider]

It's not that hard... the power steering leak is a different story

[@onesikkgs3]

You mean the starter?

[@585Lowrider]

@@onesikkgs3 I forgot about that lol

[@SpenceTheSpartan]

Long time LS400 owner and current LS430 owner here. They're quite simply the perfect daily drivers, and I don't plan on driving anything else for as long as possible. Can't recommend them enough!!

[@B2stunt1]

Which 1 do you like the most

[@traxonn]

Mr B2stunt ls430 for more power and modern.

[@neilaloysius3634]

How's the gas mileage? I want one so bad, but I'm a student so I'm on a budget 😅

[@user-hk9pn1iy8g]

What kind of maintenance have you had also have you taken it on any road trips recently and what's the mileage?

[@SpenceTheSpartan]

@@B2stunt1 for daily driver duty, I like the LS430 as it is just slightly more modern and makes driving in today's traffic just a bit better than the 400. Mainly, the bigger factory brakes and 6 speed trans (05-06) in the LS430 compared to the 4-speed that was in the 1st gen 400 just makes you feel extremely confident in all driving situations. Not to say that the 400 still can't keep up today, but it makes your driver inputs a bit less volatile throughout your commute. Just my $0.02!

[@robochoa7387]

Ls400s look so good as a vip build

[@Chiggalus]

i didnt get approved for affirm simply because i live in the state of iowa.. what a world

[@kylesalisbury4886]

Really? I live in Iowa, too. I was counting on affirm

[@shottta13]

The only people that get approved by affirm are the people that can actually afford the damn wheels 😂😂😂😂

[@SupportNoob]

I feel you, Puerto Rico doesn't qualify either.

[@mefford2692]

Ditto! Iowa sucks...

[@demigod_73ps46]

Iowa is real?

[@rsacar217]

It is so weird you posted this video. For the past week, I've been browsing LS400 ads online, and watching 1UZ swap videos. It's a sign. I need to buy one.

[@expiredkermit987]

it most definitely is. go. live your vip dream.

[@aksgarage3230]

Just bought one. 155,000 miles. Blue interior Black exterior Clean! I will sell once i put wheels and suspension on it.

[@mr.2gr33dy7]

@@aksgarage3230 how much you got it for?

[@bikergamersoldierspy533]

I own a '98, was gonna modify it but it's just too beautiful! Stock for now. Love it.

[@TheStruggleFest]

Never put air in an ls400 always keep it static. It’s a free flat bottom mod and remember to relocate the wiring harnesses and cut holes to clear the upper control arms.

[@TheVolvoDude]

i enjoyed both my LS400s while I had em. bulletproof and comfy even with coilovers! but you forgot about the exhaust note on those beasts! they sound so good!

[@jeremysearcy8875]

Straight pipes with no cross pipes some like a m60 firing at mid rpms

[@UltimateForceMarketing]

Did you notice any increased horse power torque improvements?

[@joedirte9343]

You said dont expect them to be fast, but never mentioned how you can slap a turbo on the early UZ engines in them, and do 700whp on stock internals. ;)

[@shawnsta7779]

And you can 6 speed swap it ;)

[@SpikeRazzor]

Not with a 3UZ, they ditched the forged internals.

[@maxie9506]

Facts

[@REAPER3fitty]

@@SpikeRazzor nobody is talking about 3uzs. Never was in an ls400. And they ditched forges internals long before the 3uz came out. 2nd gen 1uzfe doesn't have them.

[@Dunki113]

I want to slap a supercharger onto mine, I'm not looking to make a crazy amount of power I just want to do it for that supercharger whine

[@markwing05]

I love my LS400. Never had a problem with for 200k+. It's still running strong and other than the valve cover gaskets. Everything is oem.

[@jxrioss21]

Is getting one close to 200k worth it ?

[@joeteejoetee]

@@jxrioss21 Definitely because most LS400's last to 500K, or even a million+ miles!

[@dean1886]

500$ PC build ft. Alex the GOAT P.s: I love the ls400, might get one.

[@doomkid02]

R7 3700x and a 2080ti?

[@dean1886]

@@doomkid02 this go way more than 500$ , but i like it

[@maxxas5067]

Oh yea, my greatest investment Love my LS400

[@nickailw1]

Just picked up a 99 Ls last month , loving it so far

[@victorp1245]

Yes, finally! Thank you for for the video guys! I love my 90 LS400. One of the best vehicles that I have owned so far. Comfortable, reliable, looks good lowered with wheels and the exhaust sounds beautiful when it's opened up (I have gutted cats, X-Pipe, and glass packs).

[@RickyGMedia]

My college teacher has that car in a green apple paint. I once see him cruising by the interstate chilling.

[@stefanjednak6087]

never thought i'd live to see this day, been wanting an ls400 ever since i got into cars

[@nino6549]

I actually do want an LS 400 🤣 I got a GS300 currently & I love it 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@MistaaFrosty]

Nino Guns i got a gs400. love mine.

[@narlynarwhals27]

@@MistaaFrosty very jealous, gs400’s so hard to find these days

[@ThaKenMan]

I own a LS430 and it’s the best daily I’ve ever had and way more reliable and comfortable than my S13.

[@abedawg94]

The s13 was already a teen when the 430 came out 🤣

[@SC400slide]

A lawn chair is more reliable than your S13

[@wahpanda1520]

6:16 "if you wanted to be the cool middle aged adult that lived in socal"

[@grimizzi715]

Just picked up an LS430 (06) last month and man do I love this thing.. this is about my 15th-ish car and I can confidently say it’s my favorite I’ve ever purchased 💜🖤

[@hoopist4062]

Whenever I get interested in a car for a week or so, a new vid always pops up, you guys read minds.

[@kylebrant8342]

I own 2 of these and can attest to they're absolute amazing build through and through ! They're my forever cars

[@mrcool-ko4od]

I’m still waiting for that So You Want Crown Vic...

[@TunerTV96]

going on 5 years with my 93 two tone black Ls400. The comfort quality and sounds from the 1uz makes such a special experience. I think I'll be running in the 90's for a very long time.

[@amirnobar2003]

Damn! Alex, I love the way you introduce the car at the beginning ... It gives me goosebumps every time! And that song in the background... Holly F! It's awesome

[@slamry8657]

Been looking at these for a hot minute, in the process of saving for one rn 🥵

[@Dunki113]

I just want to let you know that if you plan to get one go for the 2nd gen but if you're looking for one because of the motor then go for a GS400 or a SC400 because you have more body mods than the first gen LS400

[@SpikeRazzor]

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with my 1st gen LS400. Only issuse I ran into was bad MAF and an old ball joint, not bad for a 20 year old car at the time.

[@clovenoopy]

This made me smile ear to ear thank you for making me love my car even more than before

[@NorthWesTrav253]

Fitment droppin' the bangers for the car community. Much love bro bro

[@NorthWesTrav253]

Came back to like my own comment..just sayin'. Btw the LS400 is my future build..now make a video titled "So you wanna talk your wife into digging your build" thanks in advance.

[@NorthWesTrav253]

Update. Copped the Celsior this week! The build begins 🤫

[@user-ej1yx4rw3y]

@@NorthWesTrav253still have it 2 years later?

[@NorthWesTrav253]

@@user-ej1yx4rw3y yea I still have it. It’s been nice so far. I’d suggest getting one. Check out the import guys. That’s where I got mine

[@slmdsdn351]

"Grow a pair, get some coilovers and slamm it on the ground" #strictlystatic

[@DeeKay617]

Right , so the guy that my 9yr old son has a deeper voice than is gonna tell me to get a pair ?? 🤣😂 1st video on this channel ii have watched and this "persons" voice has me confused.... 🤷‍♂️ Great video though anyway , I respect the homework that went into making this video. Respect

[@askanracing]

I got a LS400 2nd gen, really good condition with about 125k miles or 200000km. its got the OEM air suspension, and its pretty much stock and i would never even think to slam it, it is so comfortable and just floats over bumps. And its not fast but its so comfortable even at 120 mph at a little over 3k rpms. can easily drive it for hours:)

[@georgereynal4335]

I’ve been waiting for this for so long, future project car!

[@chrispeter7479]

Really considering getting a ls400 now, exactly what I have been looking for. Nice v8 sound with a little power and its Japanese v8 from Toyota so it’s trustworthy . Thank you for the videos 🙏🏼

[@SupportNoob]

I got a 90 LS400 eith blown stock shocks. It is WAY more comfortable than my 2010 forte, 2015 durango RT and 2013 sonata. My dad HATES wasting money on old used cars and even he was impressed and love the ride and accepted the $2500 tag the car cost lol. Amazing

[@MrNeelmatt]

I had an LS400 10 years ago which had always been my favorite car I'd owned until I got the Audi that I drive now. I recently picked up another LS400 as my project. I'm psyched 🤗

[@Lost_In_Sp_ce]

I’m actually looking into buying my friends ls400 so this really made me want to buy it right now!

[@GregorGGB]

i have waited for this video for forever now and its a great one

[@chinnahm1]

the editing style is the best

[@hagus100]

I had a nice ls400 once. Custom paint and slammed on 19in work wheels. Ten years later and I’m back in a stock Lexus is300.

[@FullBoostJ4]

My 96 is coming along nicely. Run 6lb of boost on the stock ecu and trans. Mounted my turbo in the trunk.

[@N1sm0]

Currently fixing mine. Long road ahead but itll be SOOOO worth it

[@Daa155]

Just picked one up, $500 under 138k miles. Runs and drives, needs some paint work but I’m excited 😍

[@ethixhiggins5059]

You got a steal 500 runs and drives lol keep it around cant get a better deal than that if it remains low maintenance

[@andrewb4077]

Stole that thing

[@MTNDEWGANG]

Looking at one of these or a chaser/cressida. Always love the simplicity of these cars.

[@WolfHreda]

I saw a nice, clean Cressida in town the other day. Makes me jealous.

[@killermed95]

Cressida: the car Toyota had to stop making because the car wouldn’t die.

[@Rooot-username]

The build up then the drop. The intros hitssss every time.

[@jamaryancey1765]

Um on my 3rd year of ownership of a 97 still love it

[@trevonmoore7068]

So you want a third gen camaro/firebird

[@Coronet_shop]

4th gen will be first

[@toyoda_tony]

Turd gen master race

[@Compins]

It's probably the first time that "So You Want..." is a 100% accurate title for me. Yes, I'd love to own a Supra or a WRX or any other car you presented but THIS car, I just adore it and I want it

[@WolfHreda]

Same

[@wholeNwon]

Although I didn't understand much of what you said, I've had the same LS400 for 22 years. Daily driver. Superb.

[@diegovelasquez3643]

I have a 91 original LS400 on chrome wheels, black onyx color with tan leather, trac control + heated seats, still works. I saw one a little like mine that sold for 10 grand on bat. she's a beauty for sure

[@daanvandenheuvel266]

Can we have a ''So You Want a BMW E34'' episode please!

[@TheKitt12]

Y.E.S

[@716tg3]

Whaaaaa... need that in my life ✌🏽🦠

[@vizualmrs]

🤮

[@spnoza7424]

I have a 1995 525i that I daily and there’s no reason why you shouldn’t want one

[@edgarbalderas3593]

The technology on my 1992 525i was insane! Handle, drive and was more updated than my 2012 lt trim car

[@P90XGetRipped]

My buddy has an LS400 with 400K miles on it and it’s still going strong

[@potatopc1810]

been waiting on this for ever

[@brayanamador14]

These are awesome videos. I appreciate the knowledge 👍👍

[@Algaretemusic]

I love my Lexus IS250, want an ISF in the future. hands down on the LS.

[@shuura]

wait... I need to rewind and listen to that beat again... brb

[@abdurahmanomar8168]

Tomorrow I am paying Ls400 - 99 model with 2K$ and I am so excited! I knew I will not regret buying this legend

[@JTWorld210]

Love those LS models..I had one 1994 LS . Smooth ride V8 power... nice 👍🏼 been thinking of getting a 2000 LS 400 model .

[@kennethjovasky6949]

Can we have "sow you want a camry" video? 😅

[@Thecardoctor365]

Or es300 lol

[@guruzini1971]

1UZFE......IS A GEM

[@moezwka6116]

The best car ever i owned the 97 and 2000 and i love every single detail in it

[@UmiJay]

The most underrated feature of the LS400 is the 90's era brick phone it comes with, atleast my '96 LS400 has one.

[@joelpaltzer8732]

As great as the 400 is, I absolutely love my 02 LS430. However, as RCR once said, Toyotas laugh at miles but they don't laugh at rust, and my LS430 is not laughing at the rust...

[@gav3850]

hands down best car to VIP

[@unknwntakashi1274]

The sonic thing almost gave me a heart attack 🤣🤣 I was not expecting that at all

[@joshharmon4867]

I owned an LS400 it was a comfortable ride. Black and chrome on 20’s with wicked jester exhaust.

[@lw1878]

I had a 2000 LS400, best car I've owned. I still regret selling it.

[@AlexLopez-kp1wf]

So you want a Acura Tsx??

[@jaywatkins9053]

Alex Lopez ehhh. I’ve done research and you can’t really do anything to them. Unless I’m proven wrong. I own one and man I don’t even want to mod it(enginewise) I put on coilovers and and bunch of exhaust mods.

[@lucasnorth7306]

Jacob Watkins dude I’d have to say this is mostly false. As an owner and enthusiast myself, I agree that the mod base for this car is not as wide as other platforms. However I believe you can do anything with enough dedication/passion/funds. I’m not sure what you’re talkin about, the k24a2 is often swapped into other cars

[@CIASPY]

Tsx always transmission problems

[@nath12an]

As an owner of a "97 and "98 LS400...I've been waiting for this video FOREVER

[@willlambert6375]

A comfy drift/burnout master

[@aaronhunte1990]

I mean....Alex murdered this one! from start to finish I was in! 2 minutes in I realized my mouth was open!🔥🔥🔥

[@evgeniy3305]

Almost bought one

[@rogerrinkavage]

Yooo thank you you listened! Yall are the best ❤✌

[@MN-vw2lo]

“It’s the car to be a fantastic daily driver for the automotive enthusiast that just wants something that won’t betray them and leave them stranded on the highway like their project car that’s sitting in their garage.” You literally just described me, I’m searching for a reliable daily that I’ll still enjoy driving, while my project car is sitting my garage with a leaking water pump. You convinced me to buy one of these.

[@jamelshaw9127]

Might as well do a so you want a Lexus ls430 now

[@treshmiranda699]

day, 13513546351 of quarantine, the episode ive been waiting for my whole life has been released.

[@colbypenman9811]

11 months later😐

[@supremeskeet5393]

It's about damn time y'all did this

[@jordanhayes8658]

Finally! Been looking forward to this ls400s put a high standard on other cars I’ve been looking into buying 💯🙌🏾

[@jordanhayes8658]

94 ls400 on coilovers static asf

[@donnidarko465]

91 ls400 still starting on the first turn, everytime.

[@michaelmiller9635]

I'm restoring one now. Still deciding on getting the bc racing extrem low or regular? All i qant is like a finger gap or little less.

[@earlcorbett8225]

I just got mines literally a week ago

[@golfboy83]

Man, my dad got a used 1991 LS400 in about 2001, when I was a junior in high school. It was 10 years old, but still so impressive with the technology and style. He got one in, what I called, cherry cola color, with gold emblems. He also test drove a similar year Infinity Q45. The Q was faster, but the LS just felt nicer and of better quality, with that oh so satisfying, air tight, thud when closing the doors. I would love to get one if th these cars. My dad's had some kind if electrical fire under the hood a few years later. It was so sad, my dad loved that car, and so did th he rest of us. RIP beautiful LS400 ✌

[@camhall1834]

I have an 01 ls430 on bc coil overs! Love it

[@kadenickel3134]

When y’all gonna do the Cobalt SS? 😂🤙🏻

[@spaghetts]

I still believe this car was far ahead of it's time

[@bronsonpfutzenreuter2372]

Just bought a 99 the other day! So excited to see how she treats me

[@PhillyDee215]

Cool video😎I'm buying this car this week

[@NipponImports]

Fun fact: the engine that was in the LS400 had actually been used in a different platform before the ls400. They ran that engine (1uz) in the 1989 Toyota Crown Royal Saloon G uzs13. The Toyota Crown always runs top-of-the-line new features years before Lexus ever sees it stateside.

[@indigoraceworks]

But..... but the ls400 came out in 1989.....

[@stroock6394]

it's also possibly the only car engine to be FAA certified as durable enough for use in light aircraft edit: I didn't read that properly at first lol, but the 1UZ was designed specifically for the LS / celsior and didn't debut in the crown first

[@lukenobrains]

Isnt the crown just an ls400 with a toyota badge on it? Or rather the ls400 a crown with a lexus badge. But either way the Americans only got the ls so thats what they will talk about. Just like the soarer/sc.

[@stroock6394]

Luke Chapman you're maybe thinking of the celsior, which is really an LS 400 badged as a toyota the LS was designed from the start for north america, but 'lexus' didn't come to Japan until years later so it was branded as a toyota

[@NipponImports]

@@indigoraceworks The Crown ran it first in Japan. I owned one. *Edit* Just to confirm I checked the paperwork on the Crown and the first date of registration was in June. The ls400 didn't go on sale in the US until September. The same Crown was also the first car ever to be equipped with touch screen navigation.

[@FascinateXII]

So you want a Volvo s60R

[@JimCyanide]

Agreed

[@curgunner]

Hell yeah

[@williamwilkin1892]

Ooofff man I had one. Jesus christ was I poor by the time I sold it

[@a7xmegafan100]

Been waiting on this video

[@DanielC9507]

I got an 08 ls460. I love it