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Old Jan 9, 2020 | 08:49 AM
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Hey guys/gals!

New user/lexus owner here. I recently purchased an 06 LS 430 to replace my daily GTI. As I am a new dad, having a 2-door hatch became inconvenient when trying to get the car seat in and out of the car.
I've driven VW's and Audis most of my time, but I always had a thing for big body sedans, specially Lexus. So as the time with the VW came to an end (Lease) I decided to pull the trigger and get a Lexus. It took me a few months but I found a great deal.

Here's my old piece and the new hauler. Def looking forward to many comfortable trips as well as learning more bout these cars


Out with the Old


In with the "new"
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Old Jan 9, 2020 | 08:52 AM
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Welcome aboard. Plenty of good info on everything you'll need to know in here, the search function will be your best friend!
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Old Jan 9, 2020 | 09:15 AM
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Welcome aboard. Plenty of good info on everything you'll need to know in here, the search function will be your best friend!
Thank you! So far I've been able to find what I needed. I did a bit of research before getting the car and I was brought to these forums for the information I needed
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Old Jan 9, 2020 | 09:51 AM
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Old Jan 10, 2020 | 07:45 AM
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Welcome and congrats!
Thank you!
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Old Jan 10, 2020 | 11:17 AM
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I have the same Color LS430 . love it
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Old Jan 10, 2020 | 06:48 PM
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Congrats on the kid, and the car!
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Old Jan 10, 2020 | 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Tostada
Hey guys/gals!

New user/lexus owner here. I recently purchased an 06 LS 430 to replace my daily GTI. As I am a new dad, having a 2-door hatch became inconvenient when trying to get the car seat in and out of the car.
I've driven VW's and Audis most of my time, but I always had a thing for big body sedans, specially Lexus. So as the time with the VW came to an end (Lease) I decided to pull the trigger and get a Lexus. It took me a few months but I found a great deal.

Here's my old piece and the new hauler. Def looking forward to many comfortable trips as well as learning more bout these cars ...


In with the "new"
Mercury metallic with ash interior, very nice... Nice find!
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Old Jan 11, 2020 | 08:28 AM
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Thanks guys!

The interior is actually tan. I need to get mats for her but I can't tell the difference between ECRU and cashmere. When I looked at the car online it said it had black interior which wasn't the case Still, the tan interior looked in good shape. I guess I gotta look up the vin to get the exact specs
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Any plans for mods?
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Old Jan 11, 2020 | 04:23 PM
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Any plans for mods?
since it’s the commuter only Coils and wheels.
Thinking of doing 19’s instead of 20’s

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Welcome and congrats on the new LS! Looking forward to seeing it dropped a little and on new rims/tires.
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