Dr Philip

I think it is a shame that my SC430 had only done 18,000 miles before the time for change came up. Had it done though - just in case..........! Philip

Shocks were £289.50 each! Changing spark plugs probably was quite a long job. Just for OEM Oil was £89.99 it all adds up with a Lexus - empty wallet but peace of mind!!! Philip

If it helps? I have recently paid for a major service, cam belt, serpentine belt, water pump and two front shocks. All service parts were either Lexus or OEM and of course the MOT. My local garage charged total £3386.91 the labour part was 28 hours costing £1456.

If anybody in DIY mode and due to change belt etc there is a fabulous deal at Amazon - the full kit for £114.08 have a look at https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BCVP8VQT/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A2KVF7QXNCLV8H&psc=1 Philip

Brian, I have the same issue - plus my radio does not work? Let me know how you resolve your problem Philip

No KC - I have not yet sorted the stereo out! Probably just laziness on my part, as we only really use the car when the sun is shining, and then we don't worry about the stereo then. Let me know how you get on please

I have noticed these net pockets on several makes of sports cars - anybody knows if there is an original use for them?

Has anybody reported to their insurance companies this modification? if so, what was the result? Philip

Hello Neil Yes, the fade/balance do display on the screen. The other strange thing is the wooden cover has stopped working? Hopefully I will get round to checking the fuse in the next day or two, if able. This all seems to have happened when I had a flat battery - which may have nothing to do with anything. If the sun comers out, it will not stop me from enjoying the hood down - assuming that will work!!!!!!!! Philip

That is really useful information Neil, thank you. I don't suppose you know offhand which fusebox and the number of the fuse to check? The head seems to be following the buttons pressed and 'plays' cd's all without sound. Philip

Thanks, Gary your post gives me hope!! My radio has ceased to work or omit any sound to be correct. The radio would appear to be working both on CD's and broadcast but no sound. I will obviously check al fuses and perhaps check the radio connections first, and then move on to the amplifier. Hope it's as simple as a plug worked loose! Philip

Thanks Uncle Bob - Front shocks. Lexus have come back with a price of £240 each, so I have told my local garage to accept and get them fitted. Thankfully nothing untoward on the MOT or service - so looking forward to our tootles around the island in the sunshine 😎

My 2002 SC430 I have been told has failed its MOT on leaking shocks - my local garage has asked me is there anywhere they can get non Lexus ones or do they have to get those at £0000's Anybody any links etc to buy replacements? Thanks Philip

I won't be doing anything, but the garage has instructions to change the cam belt kit - which I have always considered to be water pump, tensioners etc. Philip

Following some very welcome advice, my 430 now booked in for MOT, Service and Cam belt kit change on Wednesday. Philip