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My 1999 silver LS400 was a super car, but this LS430 one ices the cake. It's an ivory color, and has every imaginable feature you could ever want in a Japanese luxury car. I'm a cardiologist, and have been a LS fan since they came out. As for my LS430, I must admit that I love it to death! What is there not to like about this car? Nothing! It's so quiet, ever so comfortable (it's got the top of the line rear seating package), so powerful, and is perfect for those pleasure trips. Trust me, no matter how much it costs, these cars are worth every penny. These cars are great not only for doctors like me, but also for lawyers and corporate executives. No wonder they're popular!
So, if you're in the market for a Japanese luxury car, but don't mind the price of one of these cars, please go to your Lexus dealer and test drive one of these babies. All it will take for you to buy one is one test drive. Trust me, you'll adore it like I do to mine.
I made the mistake of buying a Mercedes. My parents recently bought a LS430 and the car is amazing. I will be selling my Mercedes in a few months to buy one of these amazing cars.
You obviously have never driven an S500 lately, truly remarkable.
I like the styling of the latest LS, simply because they pretty much copied the W140 series S-Class from '92-'99.
Yep, it's the sincerest form of flattery.
...it's too bad Mercedes can't imitate the quality and reliability of Lexus though...
The Lexus LS430 is a monster. A long wheel base sedan that gets you to 60mph in under 6 seconds is pretty unbelievable. I previously owned a Mercedes S430. I paid $35,000 more for the Mercedes. The Mercedes had 15 less horsepower, weighed 500 more pounds, and had trouble reaching 60 mph in under 7 seconds. You would think a car from GERMANY could put up some sort of a fight with a car from JAPAN!!!
The Lexus LS430 was a great bang for the buck. It comes standard with a lot of luxury equipment, and is quick off the line. You would have to pay $70,000 more for a Mercedes S600 that could maybe keep up with the Lexus LS430. Mercedes is the best car on the road, but they should not waste their money making long-wheelbase sedans. Lexus should keep making long-wheelbase sedans.
I have a 2001 ls430 ultra model with the grey wood interior trim. The steering wheel has turned greenish black and so has the shift knob. The steering wheel also has small cracks all over so it feels rough when driving. The other wood parts on the dash and sides are still grey. I have to assume they must have used a different material for the wheel and shifter that is damaged by the sun. I suppose I could avoid this by not using the car in daylight.
My ls400 never had a problem like this.
I took it to the local dealer, but they said it could be replaced for $3000. This seems like poor quality for an $11,000 ultra option.
I've recently bought myself a 2001 Lexus LS430 with only 55K miles. The previous owner had kept the car in excellent condition & I'm truly enjoying this beautiful car which has the Ultra Luxury Package! I've always have had Lexus cars & this is the best so far!
I just need to replace those noisy DUNLOP tires it came with, with much quieter & smoother riding tires, and then I'm set for a nice, long & peaceful journey!
I strongly believe LEXUS is a much better built car (quality, reliability, style, elegance etc) than any European built cars! Once you test drive a LEXUS LS430, you'll want to buy one!!!
Tenzin from Seattle, WA.
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