1992 Lexus LS400 review from North America
"The best value in the used-car market."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I've had the usual '92 LS400 problems: Temp/Clock display is out, A/C died at about 200k, and Power Steering leak.
Have not repaired A/C yet...we'll see how hot this summer gets. Temp/Clock display will probably never be fixed.
Car was well maintained by first owner and that has helped. First owner was religious about Oil Changes, and general maintenance.
Just started developing a Noise and Vibration that I haven't isolated yet, but it sounds/feels like something in the drive train.???
General comments?
This is one of the greatest cars ever manufactured. A perfect balance of performance and comfort. Very composed.
The build-quality, durability, and reliability are quite simply beyond belief.
I purchased my '92 LS400 in 1999 for $12,500. It had 150,000 miles on it and everyone said I was crazy to buy a car with mileage that high. 5 years and 75,000 miles later the car looks new, it feels new, and outperforms most new cars.
I'm taking this beast to 300k and smiling the whole way.
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| A perfect blend of everything a used car should be |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 225000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Supra |
| Date of Entry | 25th February, 2004 |