Your current mileage, and how many miles you expect to get out of your 430
06-09-14, 06:04 PM
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06-09-14, 06:39 PM
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the LS430 has probably the highest quality interior of any car. Comsumer Reports is a joke, only run by how much money they can make! Tesla. Can anyone remember the Tucker?
06-09-14, 06:45 PM
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I've never driven one, so I can't speak to that, but I imagine all that instant torque will put a smile on your face really quick. Everyone who drives one loves it. I just think to get a 99/100, the interior I sat it should have been much better.
06-09-14, 07:56 PM
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I love my 430, I consider it a blessing and a dream come true , I wanted to drive it forever as well, but after seeing this thread https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...right-now.html I think ive been bit by the bug.
I called in about one today at a dealer, not that I can afford it yet but nothing wrong with a little wishful thinking
I called in about one today at a dealer, not that I can afford it yet but nothing wrong with a little wishful thinking
06-10-14, 02:35 PM
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2004 LS430 with 25XXX miles...just had TB/WP replaced, PS fluid, differential oil, etc...only recent repair was a new transmission selector switch...car looks and drives as new...I'm afraid the vehicle will outlive ME! It's flint mica with ash leather; I bought her new ten years ago for 58K. Estimate of current value via AutoTrader is 18-20K...I have a hard time thinking about selling it for less than a new Prius!
03-14-16, 03:31 PM
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My 03 has 72K. Its still like new. Kinda fun tinkering with the small stuff. All that's required is to look for a week. Study for a week and then lay hands on it.
03-14-16, 08:05 PM
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Bought my 04 in March 14 with 129k. Currently at 151k so just over 10k average year. Waiting to hear on a new job where I will likely drive about 40k a year. Fuel, oil, and car allowance should allow me to keep up with my regular maintenance. We will see how far it will go.
03-15-16, 04:58 AM
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163,000
I just bought my 2001 LS430 with 163,000. What sealed the deal was the carfax showing they did every service by the book. Changed oil every 3 to 4 thousand miles with 5w30 synthetic. I hope to get another 100k plus
03-15-16, 09:48 AM
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61k miles on a 2004. Bought it in 2008 with 10k miles logged. 12 year old car that drives like brand new. Best vehicle I have ever owned. Mobil 1 oil changes done myself. Timing belt/water pump done a couple of years back. Only issue is the ride height sensor that trips the AFS light.
I hope the Canadian winter salt will not shorten the frame too much. I hope to drive it forever. I have been spoiled, and what am I gonna replace it with without forking over big $$$?
Is still see 1990s LS400s on the road here. RELIABLE and built to last.
I hope the Canadian winter salt will not shorten the frame too much. I hope to drive it forever. I have been spoiled, and what am I gonna replace it with without forking over big $$$?
Is still see 1990s LS400s on the road here. RELIABLE and built to last.
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03-15-16, 06:32 PM
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103,000 miles 04 just did the timing belt service, new rear pads, new hood struts. Runs great has that famous 430 whine to the engine but no problems at all bought it 2 years ago with 72,000 miles stole it for $14,000 I will keep it forever! 300000 thousand here I come!
03-15-16, 11:31 PM
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I normally drive my cars less than a year and then sell them. I also almost always keep 2 cars. One as a daily driver and one as a fun car.
I think about selling my LS430 every once in a while but every time I am about to post it for sale, I can't justify it because there is nothing better or more reliable in the price point of a LS430 (10-13k). What car can you really get that's as refined as the LS430 with that $?
I've sat in my friends' 2015 BMW 5 series, 2015 Mercedes CL and numerous new luxury / luxury sport cars and they are not much better than my 12 year old car in terms of interior and ride quality.
I am currently at 120k and I expect my specific LS430 to last well over 300k easy. The maintenance was on point when the previous owner owned it (original owner) and I take care of all my cars. When I sell it, I hope the next owner keep up with the maintenance too.
I think about selling my LS430 every once in a while but every time I am about to post it for sale, I can't justify it because there is nothing better or more reliable in the price point of a LS430 (10-13k). What car can you really get that's as refined as the LS430 with that $?
I've sat in my friends' 2015 BMW 5 series, 2015 Mercedes CL and numerous new luxury / luxury sport cars and they are not much better than my 12 year old car in terms of interior and ride quality.
I am currently at 120k and I expect my specific LS430 to last well over 300k easy. The maintenance was on point when the previous owner owned it (original owner) and I take care of all my cars. When I sell it, I hope the next owner keep up with the maintenance too.
04-12-17, 10:15 PM
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05 LS430 w/270k miles in Georgia
Runs great, paid for, nice ride. I'm disabled, so my 30k miles/year commute is over. Wife adds 6k miles/year. Should be her last car unless Bambi jumps out in front of her.