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I had the same set of events with my 430 and it turned out to be the amplifier. On mine the temperature adjustment beeps were also gone This was repaired by SVT services in Edinburgh. You could ring them for advice

I think it really boils down to a personal thing. I've had the mark 3 and 4 of the LS400 and for me the favourite is the Mark 4 LS400 out of the 2 When I bought my 430, initially I had reservations, I think my expectations were that the 430 would be quieter and smoother than the 400 - but it is not - I think noise wise the 430 is the same but due to the wider larger tyres it looses that wallowing effect which when you get used to - you don't notice it - I certainly think if you went straight for the 430 without owning the 400 you would find it very quite and smooth. The gear change is a lot smoother than the 400. There are other things that for me if I was to go and buy a 400 would be a step back such as 1) Modern ageless looks and cabin 2) Better higher seating position (ls400 are less corseting and smooth that you slide around) 3) Brighter headlights 4) Keyless entry and soft close doors If possible I would try to drive both marques and then make your mind up.

well done jay - are you the same jay that sold that mint LS460 a short while back? and did you own a bronze ls400 with chrome wheels?

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I have experienced the same - had some work done on my car and they had to remove battery and tray - couple of weeks later noticed tray not screwed back in - just placed loosely and battery connections very loose.

Sorry I got the wrong company above - the company I am referring to is Pristine Alloys Not Mint Alloys

Mint alloys used to do work for Lexus - and they used call the colour Sterling Silver I think it was the perfect finish/colour - a bright metallic silver with a nice glossy sheen to it - I regret not buying a set - last time I rang them they said they were ceasing to trade

Lee he is looking for a front strut not rear

Hi Glad you are enjoying your LS I was a bit disappointed with your post - I was expecting a full dismantle, clean and rebuild of the throttle body 😀 - I expect that is going to happen very soon Just for info The mark 4 LS has electronic throttle control, The Mark 3 has not - for the is reason the Mark 4 throttle is very responsive and the car feels very light. I remember this particularly well when I upgraded from Mark 3 to 4

Hi I haven't got one but been lurking on the GS forum and picked up a few things. Apart from checking electrics, service history and general car things the main faults to look out for are: 1) Leaking shock absorbers - these can start as early as 60k miles and the only replacement as I write is lexus parts. 2) Hybrid problems can start to surface the closer you are 100k - mainly these relate to failing individual cells within the Battery - these can be replaced with used ones but will cost you £700 by specialist companies. 3) There has been 2-3 cases of failed transmission pumps - lexus will probably quote for a new gearbox - however a member here " hayne" fixed his for alot less - look out for warning lights on test drive 4) Seized calipers is another to look out for. 5) Exhausts tend to corrode at the y pipe - there has been cases of back boxes falling off so have a good look 6) Check for rust on the bonnet leading edge thats all I can think of - when looking take an extended test drive to ensure no warning lights come on. I look on auto trader and other sites every single day and these cars are very slow movers so negotiate. As you can see the list is small but relative costs are high for example £700 buys alot of fuel Many member have opted for an extended lexus warranty which costs £995 for 2 years - this also covers the Hybrid Battery. Lexus will also do hybrid Health check and warranty the Battery for 12 months and costs £59 hope this helps

A nice collection of cars and write up Before I started driving LS400s I owned 2 Camrys: first one - Green P reg 2.2 with beige interior - had about 80k miles n it second one: Sky blue M reg 3.0 with leather and only 52k miles when I sold it Lovey cars to drive and back in the days I spent many many hours just polishing and fettling with them - sadly don't get round to doing that much these days

I can relate to this - the 02 sensor plug on my 430 was cut and wires joined (prior to my ownership) - I had a job finding a garage willing to work on my car to fit a new sensor a) because of access b) knowing which wire connects where

I've never shown much interest in the UX but I just though i'd watch a video of it on youtube - according to one of the videos you can drive it upto 71mph on electric power - is it true - how does this tie up in real life?

Not for me but these caps certainly know their way round car mechanics

good website - open and welcoming

Japex in Kings Langley have good reviews on this forum Check out their website: https://www.japex.co.uk/

Starts with checking and replacing battery

Maybe one of the guys can look into getting a sump plate made to fix over the cats to prevent this? just a thought . . . .

Too much of a risk at that mileage - possible things to go wrong soon include hybrid battery - hybrid pump and shocks - unless it has service history where some of those have been addressed

noticed it on eBay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lexus-LS-600h-5-0-L-CVT/303470617783?hash=item46a84224b7:g:ED8AAOSwyzleNgkc Item number 303470617783

I Have removed the battery on my 04 LS430 a few times and the alarm did not go off

Looking good andy. I think I remember seeing this - was it in Bradford?

Or if you fancy a GS450H I've been drooling over this one but unfortunately timing is not right for me https://www.eliteventure.co.uk/used-lexus-gs-leicester-leicestershire-2556908

The dealer one is a 08 Plate with 87k miles for £8990 The private one is 56 Plate with 57k miles for £8495 ono I suppose it boils down personal preference - my choice would be the dealer one because of colour combo

Well a cheap fix would be to buy a used shock - there are some listed on ebay for £159 A new shocks is around £800 Phil (the acre) recently removed all his air suspension and replaced with NEW aftermarket ones from USA. Just for reference mines on 145k without any problems (touch wood) Is the gold car in question sinking overnight?