This Is How The 2002 Lexus ES Offered Bulletproof Reliability (And A Polarizing Design!)

This video will discuss the 2002 and 2003 Lexus ES300. Also will discuss the 2004, 2005 and 2006 Lexus ES330.
The 2002 Lexus ES300 is a midsize, front-wheel drive premium sedan.
The smaller Lexus IS had become Lexus' entry-level car. With the IS in the Lexus lineup the execs were able to push the new ES 300 further upmarket-giving it a more luxurious and upscale image. The frameless doors of the previous ES were also gone in this new model.
Overall, the new 2002 Lexus ES was a much-refined cousin of the Toyota Camry. It represented a luxurious take on the so-called entry-luxury segment. But there was nothing really “entry” about it. For instance, the new Lexus ES borrowed so many luxury features from the LS 430 that it was being called the “Baby LS 430” in the halls at Lexus.
Up front, the car was striking, if not polarizing. The oversized headlamp cluster was swoopy and angular. The Lexus badge was positioned on the hood. A design cue in line with previous ES sedans. Many even mentioned the new ES resembled its distant cousin, the Celica. Which wasn’t a bad thing since the Celica was an attractive sports coupe.
The new, dramatic-looking Lexus ES sported a longer wheelbase-which increased by two inches and was even a bit taller than the outgoing 2001 ES300. The roofline went from 54.9 in. high to 57.3. This resulted in greater interior space.
Check out the video for more information regarding the Lexus ES300.
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[@autochatter]

Pretty bulletproof cars. I can't count how many ive seen with hundreds of thousands of miles. Great vid Rob!

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

Yep, same here. Thanks for stopping by!

[@anthonyrivera0917]

This generation of Lexus ES is/was pretty attractive, same thing with the Camry that this generation was based off on.

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

Yeah I remember when these things came out back in 2001, looking at the car head on, they looked pretty wild back then.

[@stephenumphress5705]

Look at some pictures of my 2003 that I’ve modified and tell me it’s ugly. I get compliments all the time. I actually just got the front windows re-tinted to match the darkness of the rears and the shop owner said it was the cleanest used Lexus he’s ever seen and couldn’t believe the mileage was 280K.

[@markopolo945]

Good Upload Rob 😎

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

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[@spencerolson1532]

I always thought that It was cool that the lexus es 300 kinda went back to the same old model

[@acceptable1000]

perfect music

[@terrelldavidson7466]

My mother owns one of these cars and even with its busted shocks and not very well-maintained engine it just won't die

[@OLDS98]

Thank you for your efforts once again. I rode in a second generation owned by two different drivers. One was red and one was gold. I thought the ride was rough and not smooth. I liked you featured the JDM name and model as well. You keep throwing in those tidbits like that. It is appreciated. I recall when came out after the LS400 years ago. The GS got lost in the shuffle as the Lexus brand was building I think. I used to often wonder what is the difference between this and a Toyota Camry XLE. You have to admit they tried to hide the Camry roots in the American market, but if you are into cars it is obvious. The front end styling on the current one is out there. It is still quite a luxurious car. Thank you for another interesting video.

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

Yeah it’s a shame they basically allowed the GS to become obsolete by neglecting it and not keeping it up to date. I understand sales declined, but I think it could’ve been different had they made the GS more competitive with the 5 and E.

[@OLDS98]

The fist generation GS looked like a GM car and it was not much smaller than the LS series. I recall that anf thought it was interesting. They changed it and it got smaller. It was intended to compete against the BMW 5 Series and E Class Mercedes Benz, but it was getting hit on both sides inside Lexus from the LS and the ES. You are right about what you are saying. Another point I did want to add the Toyota Avalon was knocking on the Lexus door too with the looks and features.

[@alexlarson2466]

I have a 1992 xv10 Camry, same length of 188" as the XV10 es300. This is the size of a W210 and E39 5 series.A few people would act shocked when I said they were the same size and a couple people I talked to denied it and said I was wrong. Always found this odd, the Camry/ES300 have always been quite big even within the midsize segment, obvious from just looking at them, and the last couple generations of ES transferred to a stretched Avalon platform, turning it into a now full sized sedan, as big as the LS400/430 used to be. I love my 1992 Camry, it is the generation known for very closely resembling theucf10 LS400. Toyota tried to differentiate the Toyota models over generations, I think they realized looking too similar gave Lexus that "fancy Camry" stigma. The ES300 had a more Lexus like butt and front and rear facia, but the Camry had the framed windows and side markers with a slightly more upright/less tapered rear that was more similar to the LS400. Either way, just love the old Lexus models, especially the bubble gens including the SC coupe

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

Yeah I love the old Lexus models also. The 1992 ES300 is beautiful and the Camry of that era manages to look modern. The 1990 LS400 pictured in this video has aged very well also. Yes, the new ES is based off the Avalon now, but many still refuse to consider the newer ES a full-size for whatever reason, so thanks for not following the crowd.

[@juelzm149]

These are still great cars! Not bad looking and like you said extremely reliable. Parts are plentiful and reasonable when they are needed. SN: I got one of those Snickers iced coffees earlier today lol

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

Good to see you again bro. Yeah these are hands down one of the best cars made in terms of build quality. And thanks for taking heed to the beverage suggestion haha

[@briannavarrete49]

Overall the shape and design was attractive only screwed up by the dopey headlamps

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

Yeah those headlamps are rather adventurous.

[@WildAce2000]

we have a 2003 got it with 7k miles and now has 17k miles if anyone wants to buy it hit me up lol weve had it for a long time

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

What state are you selling the car in?

[@WildAce2000]

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[@doug6191]

Unattractive outside, but very nice inside.

[@MotorMaster_Stunticon]

Yeah looks are subjective.