1990 Lexus ES250 review from North America
"A tearful farewell"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Struts all 4 wheels 80,000 miles.
Accident about 100,000 miles required new radiator.
Leaking ac condensor due to same accident.
Leaking power steering hose 120,000 miles.
Ignition system died twice about 120,000 miles.
Sagging trunk hinges, rusty trunk struts 100,000
miles.
Failed emissions test 125,000 miles.
General comments?
Best car I have ever owned, bought from a neighbor for cheap.
Sat outside in harsh conditions its whole life.
Beautiful quiet, soft, ride, handles well, good acceleration.
Car has absolutely no rattles or noises whatsoever, a fine piece of engineering work.
Car still runs fantastic, but due to failed emissions test, will be giving it away to a friend who lives where they don't do testing.
Recommended reviews
| Straight |
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| Sturdy, reliable, great piece of work :) |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1990 |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 125000 miles |
| Previous car | Infiniti G35 |
| Date of Entry | 8th October, 2006 |