Spacewagon52

Call me a old fashioned and out of step with the modern world but.......... If this were 1876, I think I would rather ride a thoroughbred race horse than one of these:-

Again this is horses for courses. Gang, in your posts that I have read, you are a great advocate for electric vehicles. Considering you own a Lexus and have "experienced" the reliability of a Tesla, I am surprised you still advocate buying one. I thought you might consider a rival EV make. If the tech is too intoxicating in the Tesla, then I understand your viewpoint. However, for most Lexus owners on here trying to run a car like Tesla, just sounds like a nightmare.

Certainly not! The bottom line is the last ride you have in a vehicle - a hearse!

What age and mileage please? She looks a beauty!

Keep us updated Martin - take photos!

Yes! That's the guy! Thanks!

I read, somewhere, where a motoring journalist bought the demonstration Leaf when they very first came out. ( 2011?). The battery, over the years, had lost quite a bit of capacity. He sourced a new one in Holland that was much cheaper than buying here. It was also the higher amp hour version. Sorry can't find the post.

How interesting! As long as there is not a button that says DO NOT PRESS! you should be OK

Lexus!

itch (Woolwich)

The backlights look really bright! You have a beauty there Richard.

That does look stunning

And lubricated with snake oil!

I accept!

Very interesting - another can of worms! I am not keen on worms - only in the garden!

John you are a so and so! You have just opened up a big can of worms! I think you can learn something new each day, no matter what age you are. You are a product of your upbringing, the people you meet and those that influence you. You are also affected by your first-hand experience and this can change or confirm your viewpoint or opinion. Very recently I have come to the conclusion that you can't persuade someone do something they don't want to do.You may give advice, with all the best intentions, but sometimes people have to find out the hard way by actually experiencing something for themselves. That experience will either change their mind or just confirm their position. I try to follow Desirderata There is nowt as funny as folk! I consider being able to drive a privilege and not a right. I try to drive with consideration for my passengers and other road users AND to my car. I feel guilt and get cross with myself if I break the speed limit or make a silly mistake. I try not drive too close to the car in front (a common observation). I try not to drive too fast or too slow for the prevailing road conditions. I am aware that my actions can affect other people. Life IS a one-way ticket, and it is always accelerating. I try to keep healthy both physically and mentally. The list can go but I try not to be boring!

Excitement? I watched from the window as my cars were "washed" by the torrential rain we have had today. No enthusiasm to take one out in this weather. The excitement came when I was asked to drive to Aldi.

It still amazes me whenever I drive it. I have considered selling but every time I take her out I realise I can't bring myself to do it! The only "fault" I have is the wheels need refurbishing!

German Tanks

Let us all know your thoughts after the test drives please?

That is gorgeous! Apart from the front grill. Or is it the other way round? Confused.com

Let's be honest, if you bought a car that was 15 years old with 123,000 miles on the clock, would you really be expecting to be still running that car in 10 years time? I know there are many examples like Malc's but his story is testament to what fantastic cars the LS400's are AND very under priced!

Welcome! How long have you had your RX 450h? What are your thoughts on the car? Photos are always welcome!

Brilliant Malc! $1,000 dollar question - If for some unfortunate reason your LS 400 did not last another 25 years, what would you try and replace it with?

I LOVE your posts John! Don't always understand them... but I do love them!