Lexxuss15

Ok Lexus family...whats a good solid Lexus car from around (06-09) that is not known to have serious costly issues/problems?So far i have checked out out the ES 350,GS,and IS.

mmarshall

Probably just about any Lexus product except the GS300AWD, which Consumer Reports said to avoid. Also, older versions of the 3.0L V6 were prone to sludge, gel, and failure from negligent oil changes.

EZZ

Let's not forget about the carbon build up issue of the 2.5L V6 found in the IS. Not a great engine

PhilipMSPT

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What are your needs? Just a sedan, or you want an SUV? The SC would be the frivolous one, but you'll look good riding it...

evident

if you get an ES or RX with the 2GR-FE V6, make sure it had the recalled hoses replaced

aypues

2006 LS430...last year of the model. The best. the most reliable ones don't have air suspension (any other than the ultra luxury UL models). The less options the less to break! skip the NAV screen models if you want it bulletproof.

CSTU93

^^^ Agreed... the LS is probably your best bet.

Hoovey689

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Conservative drivers are partially responsible. If they would floor it every now and then, cases of carbon build-up would diminish

Lexxuss15

Just a sedan will do for me

Lexxuss15

LS ..i dont think i have been checking out for them but will do now...Hey whats your take on a 2007 IS 250...(66,000 miles)??I read a comment above from someone who said that the IS has carbon issues similar to the GS i was looking to get at one time.

aypues

Who knows...dont worry about it. The IS is a small car though compared to the LS. Go test drive one to make sure you're okay with the size. I personally love it. And it has one of the best turning radius' of any large car on the market....it's super maneuverable.

swfla

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There is a cracking dashboard recall on some models in that date range.

dseag2

Good to know. I now know that I have absolutey no carbon build-up!

ABC

My 2006 IS 250 has been rock solid for ~105k miles. No issues with carbon build up, creaks, dashboard melting, etc. Really solid car for the past ~8.5 years for me. Lexus has impressed me; so much so that a used RX will likely be my next ride