1999 Lexus RX300 review from North America
"Good value for the price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Door locks failed to work, (dealer repaired), the drive indicator light bulb has burned out several times, There are a lot of rattles from the dash area and center console. The back seat squeaks while traveling on dirt roads. The panel on the rear hatch falls off on one side.
General comments?
This was a Lexus certified used car, so it came with a 3 year 100,000 warranty, which I have used several times. I am not sure I would buy another Lexus. This car has more rattles and squeaks than any car I have owned. I drive this car on paved roads 99% on the time and the few times I have taken it on dirt roads just seems to create more rattles. With all that said it is a good value for the price. The RX300 comes with more features for the price than any other SUV in its class. My RX has every option except for the navigation system.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 33000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 65000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 5 Series |
| Date of Entry | 25th July, 2004 |