Still worth getting an LS?

[Abid221]

Hello,

I'm thinking of getting an LS30 (2004) with around 150k miles on it for £4000.  Worth it?

I've heard that the air shocks die and the car can be worth scrap because they're so expensive to replace.

Also, do the facelift Ls430s have the coolant issue where it leaks into the transmission and messes everything up?

What kind of LS430 should I be looking for ideally? I can wait and perhaps even save up dosh to get the one I'm content with.

 

Your advice will be appreciated.

Thanks

[lex - eleven]

Get an 04 onwards. I've had 3 ls430's none of which had issues with the air ride. You can get an oil cooler upgrade kit from lexus spares direct which will prevent the transmission issue.

[Malc1]

Adam hi. What’s the position with your 2003 Ls430 you say you have on your profile ? 

Malc 

[Abid221]

10 minutes ago, Malc1 said:

Adam hi. What’s the position with your 2003 Ls430 you say you have on your profile ? 

Malc 

I regrettably sold it. It was an amazing car and just what I wanted. Had to get it over from Ireland. 

 

Now, in the mood to get back to the Lexus. My Toyota Auris isn't giving me my satisfaction.. 

[Abid221]

14 minutes ago, lex - eleven said:

Get an 04 onwards. I've had 3 ls430's none of which had issues with the air ride. You can get an oil cooler upgrade kit from lexus spares direct which will prevent the transmission issue.

So this means that even the 2004 had the leak issue...? 

[lex - eleven]

Don't know if it did but I aired on the side of caution and fitted one