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No wonder it's so expensive, it comes with the optional extra engine management light on, noisy front drop links and scratched bumpers lol!!! Not to mention the filthy looking and worn interior as well as probably many other faults. It's almost like he's using the high mileage as a selling point as though being possibly the highest mileage LS430 in the UK increases the value. I've actually messaged the guy to ask if the price is a joke. (I couldn't resist!!!) not had any response yet, I'm not really expecting one though...

Only another 1500 to go

... you should run the a/c on occasions all year round - helps keep the system lubricated...

hi i would check 2 things 1) check the climate control is not switched off - if it is the temp also is not displayed. 2) secondly get the battery checked - weak or faulty battery causes all sorts of weird symptoms hope this helps

happy new year all. stay safe and all the best for 2016

Having spent a lot of money on professional detailers over 6 previously owned cars I finally decided to sign up for a training course on paint correction. The average time spent detailing some of my previous cars, including 3 Bentleys was 3 days with outstanding results. At an average cost of £600 per car and after watching all the specific aspects of detailing at close quarters I thought it would be a good idea to invest in some training. I was surprised to find there was a quite a few professional detailers out there who were prepared to offer one to one training as well as their full detailing services. My working life was exclusively in the motor trade and as a car freak I really wanted to correct the paint on my latest car a 2007 Lexus LS460. A one owner car, serviced exclusively by one Lexus dealer who I bought it from in Siena Red, a stunning colour when the sun hits it. The previous owner was not interested in car cleaning so I spent the first month thoroughly cleaning every aspect of this wonderful car. Although the bodywork was not damaged i.e dings, dents etc the paintwork was full of swirls and some fine scratches. Although I removed the sill covers and front and rear bumpers for repainting as these parts were in need of refurbishing, the rest of the paint needed to be cut back. So 2 weeks ago I spent 2 full days with a full time detailer and had one to one training specifically on paint correction. Totally hands on with practise body panels to make full use of. In summary the best 2 days for a car freak to come away with a great understanding of how to correct paint or the top lacquer coat in my case. Like all modern cars they have a base coat and clear paint system applied to them. Everything I wanted to know was explained and the reasons for it. Things like using Rotary and Orbital polishing machines, cutting polishes, cutting pads (there are hundreds of them) final finishing polishers, pre wax cleaners, sealers and waxes not to be confused with polishes. Rotary polishers were not for me, they can be like a wild animal in your hands and the heat and risks for paint damage is too great for my level of experience. No, the Orbital DA polisher is so much more controllable although will take longer to achieve what you want. Taking your time and generating the right amount of heat in the pad so as to break the polish down to an oily film will only come with practise. I just loved the experience and started on my own car 2 days later after purchasing a lot of the products I used over the 2 days, including a DA orbital polishing machine. It will take me a long time to detail my paint but doing a panel at a time is my way of approaching paint correction. I take my hat off to professional detailers who are so much more than car cleaners.

Last John advised me that there is a brake shoe behind the disc for the parking break. Unless they are worn adjustment needs to be done from there. We discussed it here: http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/forum/topic/105618-lexus-is250-parking-brake-shoe/

Well chaps, I am such a numpty, got the RAC out and after 15 seconds of turning the engine over he got it going. I had badly flooded the engine, and with the cold weather not a hope in heck's chance of the fuel evaporating even overnight. Took a good minute to get exhaust gasses looking as they should do. Not sure how I flooded it in the first place, as last time I did such a thing I had foot on accelerator rather than brake, so maybe I did that yesterday without realising. Last time I flooded an engine was many moons ago. So panic over, and now need to get the old pressure test sorted, but there is a slightly odd noise under the bonnet, so my money is on water pump ('tis 25K since the cam belt was done, and the pump was okay then). The RAC man said he had never known an LS have a head gasket problem, and he was amazed at how quiet my engine was, where as I think it is noisy (maybe I just go used to it). We borrowed the mother-in-laws VW Lupo - let's just say an interesting experience, not one to be repeated too soon I hope.

I'd rather a 430 but that'll be harder still. Seen a few 400 in ebay but thankfully reading on here I've discovered the sellers are a little shady

Yes. But you will have to look at a few not-so-good ones to find the right one. Unless you're very lucky. As it's an interference engine design, you most certainly want to be assured on the cambelt change history.

Yeah....old-ish Jags are very nice too.....as you say, definitely cheaper! Pete

PRICE DROP PRICE DROP PRICE DROP £2999 now :)

All done. Fixed. Happy New Year!

I watched, after asking if the fitter minded, the AA replace my neighbours Golf windscreen, what a complicated job, the tools are out of this world, the sealant is space age, the precision is absolute. To say I was impressed is an understatement. If some one did mine I would be all over them like a rash.

Had mine done on the insurance by Autoglass. I took the car to them, (rather than them come to me), to make sure it was not a young spotty apprentice that was going to do the replacing. The extremely expensive LS windscreen should be a precision fit with all the cabin garnish put back properly afterward. The chap who did mine was very experienced and it was a first class fitment.

You can create an account on the Lexus European portal and download a manual for the UK/Euro variant vehicles https://customerportal.lexus-europe.com/login/index.html

Just a wee update... Got rears balanced at premier tyres Hamilton with their road force balancer, old weights were removed and new weights added (in a totally different position to the weights that were removed) so looks like original garage done a poor balance job?? All seems good now, so I'm happy :-) All the best for the new year everyone! John

I had the windscreen replaced twice on my 400. Autoglass did it both times and it takes a while. I watched them do both and there is a lot of sealant to remove and replace - then there is the curing time. There are subtle differences in the part numbers depending on the year. They got the wrong one delivered one of the times. However, I had no problems with their fitment.

Thinking about it, I can't remember if it has been right since I picked it up from the MOT garage. Someone playing with gadgets methinks. That's my story and I'm sticking with it. :)

Try putting a fluorescent dye in the water to trace the leak.

GS 300 ... starting trouble ! When i turn the key to fire up the dashboard lights go out and the there is a clicking noise ... but after constant turning of the key it does turn the starter but it do's not start the car ... have changed the copper contacts checked all the usual on the starter all working order ... fully charged battery doesn't help either ... would the alternator cause any of this ??? does anyone know how to fix this problem as i am getting withdrawal systems from not being able to drive my Lexus ... :eerrrmm:

The people on the road that have standard headlight, not projector and install HiD are idiots!! They cause so much dazzel which is unbelievable. If installing on projector headlights then they are okay plus you can direct the bean towards the road. I have MOT done with out any problem. Don't buy cheap £15 set thou and don't fall for £££ expensive canbus models. Lexus will not show you any error or warning signs with any set.