1992 Lexus LS400 review from North America
"Drives like a dream...I've got to get another one!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Air Conditioning Compressor went out two weeks after I bought it at 150,000 miles. $1500 for a new one.
When I bought it, the LCD display for the clock and stereo was already gone, and at $600 to replace it, it will stay that way.
Power window/locks switch in driver's door steadily going out, first the passenger door wouldn't lock, now the window won't roll down, and now the rear passenger window won't roll down. $500 for a new switch.
Rear main seal went at 160,000 miles. A clean $500 fix.
General comments?
Smoothest, quietest ride I've ever experienced. Like riding on air. The V8 is so smooth, you don't even realize you're accelerating until you look at the speedometer.
Tons of power from the V8, but handles like a tuna boat.
Leather seats are in good shape at 165,000 miles, but they are hard compared to newer cars.
This car is smoother, and more pleasant to drive than almost all of the new cars on the market.
This car is in great shape for its age, but when something does go wrong, it's costly.
Fuel economy isn't bad, at around 22mpg, considering the V8, though you have to use premium gasoline.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0L V8 Quad Cam 32V Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 165000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 22nd September, 2002 |