1999 Lexus ES300 review from North America
"Great value for a used car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission rebuilt after 140,000 miles. The transmission was not in working order after being rebuilt, so it had to be replaced by the transmission garage. This ordeal cost me about $2,500 and about six weeks of renting a car. I would recommend that you go to the Lexus dealer to have major work done!
The control arm was replaced at 130,000 miles ($400).
The bushings and struts need replaced.
Head gasket leaks a little.
Steering fluid has a leak.
General comments?
I love the way this car handles and drives. The fuel economy isn't too bad. The car is very quiet and comfortable (as a Lexus should be).
The paint on this car is excellent.
Super quality vehicle.
I get compliments all the time from my students and folks around the community.
Overall, I love this car. Even though I had to put a new transmission in it, I plan on driving this car until it croaks. Because of the high maintenance, I will probably not buy another Lexus.
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| Nice economical daily driver |
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| You will love this car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 119000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 146000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 14th April, 2006 |