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Old 07-07-14, 01:21 PM
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Hello all! I been on and off visiting this forum and learning about the LS430 when I was deciding on what car to buy. It was between a LS430 or a 04 BMW M3....it was tough for me since I liked them both. I went for the LS due to reliability major factor and I have two kids. I always like the LS430 due to the technology it has, when compared to its competitors. Anyhow after a long search I found a 2004 Moonlight Pearl LS430 with Custom Luxury Package. This car was near mint except for some rock chips on front bumper. All rims mint with no curb rash. Only thing not working is the sub which I noticed later over 4th of July weekend. It was serviced at Lexus dealership for an amplifier replacement. Im guessing they may have forgot to reconnect it as the rear inside brake light is out too. It is going to back to the dealer to get that checked out. It has 65k and purchased it for $21K. I am happy camper! Love it!!
Here are some pics when at dealer lot and with the first coat of Zaino polish.
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Old 07-07-14, 01:45 PM
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Looks great but it's not a 2003
Old 07-07-14, 01:52 PM
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Thanks your right, fixed now! ha!
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Congrats on getting a CL - a sought-after car!
Register at Lexus.com and check the maintenance history to verify that the transmission TSB was done.
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Beautiful...same colour as mine...Super happy with my choice of car

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Old 07-08-14, 12:13 AM
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Just picked up my LS too, less than a week ago! Same color

Glad you didn't get the M3? I'm glad I didn't end up with my other options for cars!
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Welcome to the club. Excellent color and great shape. Nice find. Now ride and enjoy.
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Nice color choice.
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Im happy I didnt get the M3 as I would dumping money on it like crazy and will not be a good move in the near future with all the issues they have. Since this is a CL package, what material is the leather it feels different like really soft, any ideas?
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I believe that would be nappa.
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Originally Posted by Gene01
Congrats on getting a CL - a sought-after car!
Register at Lexus.com and check the maintenance history to verify that the transmission TSB was done.
Just registered and checked that no TSB are outstanding for this car. Thx for the heads up.!
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Originally Posted by trancein
Just registered and checked that no TSB are outstanding for this car. Thx for the heads up.!
I just did the same thing. I never knew you can register you vehicle like that.
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beautiful car use it in good health
safe driving
beautiful color in and out
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It is a work of art.
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lots of ooohh and aaah on soft closing doors and oscillating vents! Going to back to dealer tomorrow morning to get this sub fixed, hopefully it will sound good as Im hoping it to be.


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