The Lexus LS460 Is The Best $10,000 Car In The World

[@funktron4]

LS400 debuted in 1989. I have a 2008 LS460 and love it. However, regarding reliability, there are expensive repairs to be aware of, that are very common. The valley plate, the control arms----and on some years, melting plastics in the interior, dashboard, door panels, etc., damaged by heat and sun. The car is beautiful, comfortable and smooth, but it's no Corolla as far as reliability goes.

[@Mr921kevin]

All LS460's are money pits.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

@Mr921kevin because of some control arm issues?

[@funktron4]

They are not all money pits. That was an ignorant comment he made. But it is more than control arms on these. Still, lower cost of ownership than the German luxury cars, and the most beautiful of the full size Lexus models--the 460 stands alone.

[@NicoleSuggs]

Yeah, The 2007 & 2008 are the specific years to try to avoid 😅 If possible

[@NicoleSuggs]

​@@Mr921kevinfalse! 2011 on out is good. But 2013 and out has impeccable reliability 😅🎉

[@DubYaJsWorld]

I literally just bought a 2011 ls460 awd 2 weeks ago. 155k miles in it, car looks really good. did a oil change, coil packs and plugs. New breaks and cross drilled rotors all around amd aftermarket rims. The car looks absolutely stunning and drives like new. Im really in love with this car!

[@mikemix77]

Thems the brakes 😅get it ??? 😂

[@bbsal4031]

Oh yes👍

[@bbsal4031]

I purchased a 2011 LS 460 l, in black with 100,000 mi on it. I have had it over a year, it's absolutely beautiful and I feel it is better quality than any new vehicle I could have gotten. It is extremely smooth quiet but powerful. To take a road trip in it is like a spa experience.

[@kmn8226]

2008 with 160k owned since new. Other than regular maintenance (brakes, oil, filters, tires, trans fluid, diff fluid, plugs, and coolant) I needed to have trans fluid pan resealed, new dash (Toyota paid) and one rear shock.

[@TheBookofEliTheGreat]

You definitely received your money’s worth.

[@toofargone10]

The best car they I've ever owned with never a trip to the mechanic was a Lexus GS400

[@NicoleSuggs]

I have the 2010 ls 460 😮 Absolutely no issues at all, not one

[@Mr921kevin]

@@NicoleSuggs Not yet you just wait till the repair start hitting you you will be on your hands and knees crying

[@NicoleSuggs]

@Mr921kevin I dont plan to have the thing for a lifetime or anything. I brought it with 42k miles. I'm at about 97k Mike's now. 4 years of ownership 🤔 5 years and non-issue, doesn't sound like a money pit to me, What's your experience like? Jaguar Range rovers Old BMW's These cars are money pits 🤔

[@jpizel1070]

​@@Mr921kevinNot everybody is broke 😂

[@AliceinNirvanagarden]

That 460 is a true gem for $5000. Amazing care taken to those seats. Probably got the sticky dash replacement too

[@chrishamby86]

Bell Lexus for parts. I got mine earlier this year and have done loads of little things to get it as perfect as possible. Get a grom vLite2 to make the nav system way more updated and useable.

[@douglasbarr2636]

I have a 2005 LS430 ultra luxury and love it.

[@stanleyadams2046]

Nice as I have a 1991 LS 400 and a 2009 LS 460 awd, and both have been solid and reliable.

[@CurtBrown-d2w]

In my opinion, the best $10K car would be an LS430. The reliability is much better than the LS460 vehicles. I just gave my 2003 LS430 with 185K miles to my daughter for the grandkids to learn with in pretty good safety. It literally had NOTHING fail in 22 years, and still after a $200 detailing, people ask if it's new.

[@jrighteous1984]

When I started looking for an LS460 a saw a beautiful 2008 in great condition with 180k miles for $9k but what pushed me away was everything i read online , expensive suspension to fix , sticky door handles and dash , and fan speed only on the touch screen , so I decided to go with the next Gen found a 2016 with only 62k miles on it , its been 3 months so far its perfect , going for long term ill see how it holds up , this was the oldest car ive ever purchased so i was a little nervous ...

[@dbotterell2915]

You can find them out here in the Coachella valley in California ( palm springs) where some grandma had it as the first owner, dealer serviced, zero rust, low miles, cheap.

[@brian3is]

Marty Motoring just finished restoring his LS460. Keep an eye out for plastic cracking injectors with bad seals

[@Mabeylater293]

They didn’t fail. He DAMAGED his replacing the valley plate seal.

[@SacRomero]

​@@Mabeylater293true he said there super fragile and brittle

[@RyanDoonan]

We just got in a 2008 LS460 with 130k and the car is just like it was brand new out of the showroom really looking to get it very nice car

[@showrunner2183]

Mine has 290k miles. I love it

[@JosephRowe-l1e]

I had a 98 gs 400 till how 25 years don't listen to wat people say Lexus is the best made car PERIOD

[@JosephRowe-l1e]

mine had 280 bought with 42 ,000

[@JosephRowe-l1e]

Once u get a Lexus u want the car for life

[@SacRomero]

​@JosephRowe-l1e yup, since I got the is350 I've been Lexus for life. I love my ls460 and the radar cruise control/ reclining seats and everything!

[@kelleybarrymedia]

Overall the LS460 is a terrific car, I own an 08 with 162k miles. While agreed on all the positives, potential buyers should still be aware of the issues you mention, and that fixes/parts for this car are MUCH higher than a typical vehicle. My advice to purchase high mileage is to make sure previous owner has recently swapped control arms, engine mounts, and brake actuator. Other items will fail over time but these are the well known and high priced items.

[@ConfidenceOnukem]

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[@PerformanceOnWheels]

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[@johnnyglexus5730]

The 1Gen came out in 1989 and i was in love back than. Owned a 1 Gen and now i have 4th. 2007 L. Over 210k now on the clock. Have done some maint work myself. Its a deal today just know repairs can be high but getting better. Someday i will get a 21013 or 2014. Not sure on the newer ones now. Needs to be a V8.

[@husseinadib7666]

What's amazing is everything works perfectly 😮❤

[@tadeuszrychert7452]

Great video, thanks for lots of info.I'm getting mine 2007 LS460 on coming Tuesday, the 13th of August, just cant wait to drive it🤗

[@Mr921kevin]

@@tadeuszrychert7452 You will be sorry you ever purchased this car I've had 5 Mercedes S Class and the LS460 maintenance is more expensive🤣

[@tadeuszrychert7452]

@@Mr921kevin Got to disappoint you Kevin but no regrets so far😉, by the way, 've had 2 S Class ( W140, W221 ) and it was pleasure to drive too, just wanted to drive something similar for a change. When you drive one of these you need to be prapair to spend some money on it😎greetings to you👋

[@Catsanime]

@@tadeuszrychert7452what’s d drive train between d LS n s class ?

[@tangledtangles1384]

Great video. Look forward to more ls460 goodness

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

More is in the works :)

[@Trustingovbadhistorytchrtrmp24]

I have a silver 2007 ls460 rwd changed diff to 4.08 i got out of a junk yard from a is350 cut the mufflers off had straight pipes welded and car dyno tuned +60 wheel hp with cheater slicks i have over 100 passes at my local drag strip i redline it daily change oil every 5k miles drive 70 miles round trip to and from work everyday no issues at all other then an alternator battery and brake pads i bought it with 135k miles now have just over 200k miles i beat the shit out of this car all day everyday. Of course if you go to the dealer or a mechanic for everything its gonna cost alot. People need to save that labor money buy tools and learn to turn some wrenches lol

[@MyCatInABox]

That's hilarious I love it 😅👍

[@paulchogudo1866]

No car is meant to last forever and that been said,it holds better against it's peers

[@jus300jp]

Was thinking about buying one for 5500 with two bad front struts but a shop just quoted me $2500 to convert from air suspension to coilovers all around

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I would suggest doing it yourself. Very easy

[@JLamborgini]

That’s the generation of Lexus that started the whole rear white led license plate lighting on stock cars… used to always 👀😮 early 2000s when I saw them light up! Now all new cars have them today!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

It started so many things we see on many modern cars, always blows my mind truly how many features it has

[@crz95]

Had mine for years, love it. Brake actuator will fail, very costly to repair, as well as the Mark Levinson amp. Those rims have got to go though!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I hate the wheels on it lol

[@tracyedwards3922]

I was on the fence about the LS 460 and the GS 460, and I am sold! I am going to buy a 2010 LS 460, thanks you guys I appreciate the information!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Absolutely! Thanks for tuning in! More LS460 content is coming soon!

[@bbsal4031]

You will not regret it. You will love this car.

[@Mr921kevin]

@tracyedwards3922 You will be sorry you ever purchased the Ls460 trust me🤑

[@snoopy5736]

​@@Mr921kevin Ouch, why do you say that

[@beng9398]

I've recently scooped up a minty fresh LS 460.... I have no books I'm scared about when to service timing. The car is a bit thirsty but so cozy, softer than your living room sofa. Sadly mine has no Lane keep assist at all but the radar cruise control will bring you to a complete stop and resume from a red light with no pedal input at all

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Pretty impressive on a car of this age that’s for sure!

[@3h4bMusic]

Cool channel, nice video!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

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[@ronniedaniels4587]

Great video!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

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[@Quantumxbit]

I’m impressed 🎉

[@hawkeye5829]

It’s a great car. I drove several looking to buy. Then I drove and studied the Lincoln Town Car. I bought a Lincoln. It was just a better deal all around. 4.6 V8 is bulletproof. Parts are super cheap. Car drives and rides like a dream.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Those are great cars!

[@danmaruska]

One of the most beautiful sedans ever, IMO. But a loaded 4-cylinder Camry of the same era is by far a better value proposition.

[@grnthmb55]

Those 4-cylinder Camry's of the same era all had piston ring failure and would consume oil like crazy. Toyota had to rebuild the engine on mine and now it doesn't use a drop of oil. They did the rebuild for $600 so no complaints there. I just bought a 2007 LS-460 to replace my '09 Camry, which has been a great vehicle aside from the piston ring failure. So far I'm very impressed with the Lexus.

[@Visionery1]

2:09, less than 2,000RPM at 120kph, that's impressive.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

That’s how it manages to hit that 25MPG on the highway. Super impressive

[@Kingsoupturbo]

I checked it out, the control arms are 33$ each for Delphi, coilover set is 400$ or 65$ for each corner, I owned both a 93 and 97 Celsior, they are very nicely made cars, they had a few problem,s but quite a bit less then most other things I've owned. V8 BMW turbo? run, Audi 4.2 V8 with rear timing chain? terrify, friggen Lexus LS? cmon, if you can't do anything yourself, time to lease a Nissan Rogue I guess. I think its one of the only big Sedans you can even take a chance on, 7 series\S Class\A8, serious problems can happen, not like, ahem, 2 bolt control arm, people are so dramatic in your comments! (looking to import a 460 from Japan, 600HL are same price, but I fear the battery pack, don't want a CVT, but would like 4wd, yesss)

[@zhou006]

Both of the front struts have a tendency to break down quite often. That's probably the only one big flaw that it has.

[@if4636]

I bought a 2016 with 100k on it.. non air suspension, I hope it brings me good luck

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I’ve had no issues at all with mine :)

[@ocruadlaoic]

I want to buy this car but there's so much conflicting info online about it. the potential repairs aren't cheap either. I wish someone could do a video together that's realistic about the car reliability wise. On one side you have guys like this singing its praises and on the other side guys saying stay far away.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

If you don't know how to work on cars yourself I would not buy one. If you do for the rare occasions that something fails I would buy one.

[@bbsal4031]

I bought my 2011 460L with 100,000 mi on it a year ago. I researched and read about the things that may arise. I did replace all of the control arms. This car is truly phenomenal and we couldn't be happier with a big luxury car. We look forward to the road trips in it; I have no doubt this car is way better built than any newer one I could buy today. I could not be happier. So I would recommend that you buy one. The things that may need replacing are going to be very few and far between.

[@AlCapone-tr5lb]

I was also looking into purchasing a used LS460, they are beautiful cars, however, when problems do arise, they are very expensive to repair. For great information from a Lexus/Toyota master mechanic, check out The Car Care Nut channel on youtube. He has some great information on these cars. Take care.👍

[@gambit_toys6554]

Magazines always say Lexus is 2nd to BMW....damn lies

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

It is when it comes to performance and technology that’s for sure. Not Realibity that’s for sure

[@BrightsonDavid]

I'm saving up to buy either a 2013 version of this or a GS 2015 next year. (haven't decided yet) Would love it if you could give us an update after 6 months and 1 year of ownership. Thanks!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Will do! We will have a new LS460 video coming out soon!

[@BrightsonDavid]

@@PerformanceOnWheels awesome, looking forward to it!

[@acemoney777]

I owned a 2013 LS 460 AWD for about two years I just sold it a few months ago. Purchased is 2022 for $26k during the fake used car shortage sold it of da decent amount. It had 110,000 miles when I purchased it sold it with 160,000 on the dash. Personally I think it's a wonderful car to own but it's not a regular vehicle it's a luxury car and parts and maintenance reflect that fact. Other than that's it's a great car that looks nice and is reliable but everything can break at one time or another it may not stall out but a dead headlight can run you $2-3k!

[@BrightsonDavid]

@@acemoney777 Thank you so much! I've been looking everywhere for this type of advice but it's so rare to find. May I ask what you replaced this car with?

[@smintner]

LS made to last forever

[@scottsmith7348]

Does it have blind spot monitoring?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Mine in particular does not. I’m unaware if it was an option on others

[@benscott6826]

Mileage is relevant to previous owners maintenance and care. Most people are cheap

[@mr.cookie7308]

Toyota put all the new technology into the Lexus models first, then after 5-7 years it trickles down into the Toyota models. I've seen this time and again. Examples include heads up display, blind spot monitor warning, and so many other technologies.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Very true! GM does this as well with Cadillac to GMC to Chevy!

[@nubreaks2]

All told by many on the Tube, the LS430 is still a lot more reliable than the LS460. What was your experience?

[@MyCatInABox]

Good Lord! This monster gets to 60mph in the mid fives?! First off, that's not bad for a sports car back in the late eighties and early nineties Not to mention this is being performed by a large and heavy four door sedan

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I had a pretty funny encounter with a newer challenger RT with the 5.7 who floored it when he was to the side of me but a couple cars back. When we got next to me I floored it and pulled on him pretty hard with him having a head start. Made me laugh pretty hard because who would ever expect this thing to even be slightly quick

[@AlCapone-tr5lb]

The Lexus LS 460 is a beautiful looking luxury car, however, it is not as reliable as other Lexus models, and is very expensive to repair. See link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3LFZZqCdpdppLs

[@PHILLIPS8822]

That car is very expensive to maintain because it's a Lexus

[@carlbernngl]

Is the 2008 from the same generation as the 2007?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Yes

[@joelweekes4267]

For 10,000 shot that's on the cheaper side on Facebook Market place the still be selling some Ls430s for that price

[@gforcecoons5857]

Nope you might argue that you would have the correct answer if the car was one year older. 2007 had many issues that the previous generation did not. Expensive as hell to fix too. Best $10K car is a 2015-2017 Camry ir a 2001-2006 LS 430.

[@patrickgroll2046]

For this budget, would a 430 or 460 be better?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

430 is rated to be more reliable. 460 has more features. It is ultimately up to you!

[@justinblount4776]

I disagree. You can get an LS430 for the same price, if not more . That says a lot to me when the older model holds a higher value than the newer one

[@Bezer5959]

If you on a BUDGET stay away from this car you can’t afford it👍🏿find one that had all the maintenance done All cars have problems after 100 thousand miles on them remember this was 70.000$ car when new so repairs are going to be high! valley plate suspension, and brakes if that’s taking care of you can’t go wrong believe me i have one 2010 AWD no problem’s going on 4 years 131.000 miles best car I ever had👍🏿

[@mattclark1278]

Bang for your buck **if** you have LOTS of bucks to refresh/repair down-range. These aren't perfect vehicles and they do have expensive known problems - particularly as they gain miles and age...

[@ocruadlaoic]

Yes. especially the 07-09 era. but even the 13s can have some of the same issues like coolant valley leak. For that im prob going w a GS.

[@richlikeg3722]

Just the premium fuel itself draws me further away from owning one😅

[@luisarevalo8394]

If no turbo regular is fine

[@Kahuna_550]

​@@luisarevalo8394 "Why did my knock sensors go bad 😢"

[@moriwaki1105]

It's Beautiful....but sold mine after six months. My LS400 was a far better car to drive.

[@iscreamcandytv9642]

Actually for $10,000 I think it’s absolutely silly. Save yourself the headache because the LS 430 is a superior vehicle. I’ve owned both the luxury ultra luxury LS 430 and I’ve owned the executive package LS 460 in the LS 460 required 10 times the maintenance from shocks to CB boots breaking all of thatI now own the 2001 LS 430 and it’s a better vehicle all around also less maintenance and you can get that vehicle for about $1500 versus this one. They’re probably the cheapest I’ve seen is about 25 $3500 but again the maintenance is higher way higher.

[@ryanwells5035]

If it's the best help me repair my abs system. And violently spinning steering wheel. Worse car investment I ever made

[@itzjdub282]

The suspension will cost you 10k..it should be a recall

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

10k.... WHAT?! I could swap out my entire suspension every single component for under $2,000 in parts and a day of labor. However under no circumstance other than a total loss accident would all of those components ever fail at once.

[@jpizel1070]

🤡

[@Nexus_gt35]

Im gonna get dragged but ill still pick My 2012 Chevrolet Caprice over this. 6.0L v8 400whp 🔥

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

What’s funny is I actually was looking to buy one of those over this Lexus lol. I just could not find one with a even half decent interior that wasn’t destroyed and didn’t have 200k miles for 10 plus grand

[@Nexus_gt35]

@@PerformanceOnWheels I was fortunate enough to pick one up from an older retired gentleman out in Tucson Arizona. He had it all sorted out and looking/running perfect. It's got 110k miles and 1k idle time. Amazing car and power. Only thing missing is the G8 center console and it will be perfect. Best 10k I've ever spent

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

That’s awesome!

[@90062jeffrey]

Wifey the average cost to repair?

[@johnnyanderson3287]

All LS cars are only made for the upper middle class or above (at least $225Kyr take home)..

[@mikemix77]

Hi guys

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Hello there

[@KearneyFamily-yi7ji]

No it isnt. The 2016 mercedes c300 4matic is.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

That lacks in the reliability department in comparison

[@KearneyFamily-yi7ji]

@@PerformanceOnWheels no it doesn't. As long as you do your scheduled maintenance, don't skip oil changes etc then it's no different. People wanna treat the german cars like LS motorcars and they're not. They're just as reliable you just neglect them the way we do ours. Ive got a c300 4matic 2017 with 331,000 miles on it and I still drive it to work everyday

[@Mr921kevin]

This car's a MONEY PIT you'll feel sorry you ever purchased it😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I can guarantee you I will not.

[@NicoleSuggs]

Maybe the 2007 and 2008, but definitely not the 2009 and beyond 🤔

[@Mr921kevin]

@@NicoleSuggs All Lexus LS460s are the same they are money pits you will be sorry if you buy this car.

[@NicoleSuggs]

@Mr921kevin I had my 2010 ls 460 for years(5), I've only had to fic the water pump once, 1,100 or so, to get it done by Lexus And that was it, no other issues for the years I've had it

[@Eli-hd1tb]

I’m a year in and my major problem was an alternator it just depends if you know how to work on a car or not

[@Bezer5959]

If you on a BUDGET stay away from this car you can’t afford it👍🏿find one that had all the maintenance done All cars have problems after 100 thousand miles on them remember this was 70.000$ car when new so repairs are going to be high! valley plate suspension, and brakes if that’s taking care of you can’t go wrong believe me i have one 2010 AWD no problem’s going on 4 years 131.000 miles best car I ever had👍🏿