Lexus LS 3

To squeeze European manufacturers of luxury cars is not an easy task. Toyota began its expansion with small cars and for years pursued Mercedes and BMW. However, many buyers are primarily concerned not so much about practicality, as about the image and choose, first of all, branded cars. German competitors were out of competition for the Japanese for a long time. The body of the third generation Lexus LS is very well protected from corrosion. This was until 2000, when the Lexus LS430 was introduced. The creators of the model analyzed not only the cars of potential customers, but also luxury yachts and even... at home. The result was really impressive. Lexus LS 430 immediately after the debut won in a brutal fight famous Mercedes S-class. And then, after a while, another snare was discovered. No other car in the class can be as unpretentious in operation. The list of typical LS defects is unusually short, and the problems themselves are not too serious.

Costs like a compact?

Many people do not regret flattering words about the interior and argue that the first signs of aging can only indicate a significant mileage - about half a million kilometers. Electronics glitches and body corrosion? Perhaps only in copies recovered after major accidents. However, this does not mean that you will spend as much on running the Lexus LS 430 as you would on maintaining the Toyota Corolla. Substitutes on the market a little, and updating the timing will cost 20 000 rubles, valve adjustment – another 30 000 rubles (it takes a lot of time and requires replacement of “glasses” – 32 pushers at a price of 600 rubles each). Checking the gap valves is necessary every 90 thousand km. However, real regulation has to be resorted to, except in the presence of gas equipment. The power unit is one - 3UZ-FE. It is practically indestructible. At least the first 500,000 km will not bother you. After huge runs, replacements may require only auxiliary elements or sensors, for example, a lambda probe (from 2500 rubles). The same is true for the 5- and 6-speed machine. But for this, one condition must be met – to regularly serve it. After 150,000 km, additional investments may be needed if air suspension is available. If the car was skewed in the morning, then the first thing to check the alignment sensors is from 16,000 rubles apiece, there are only four. Worse, if the compressor fails - from 73,000 rubles.

Comfort level

At the wheel of Lexus LS430 you realize that he more than work out every penny spent on it. The engine purring is almost not audible, and the acceleration is delightful. However, many owners complain about the lack of all-wheel drive. Electronics help in difficult situations, but it is difficult to curb a strong motor in winter.

High quality finishes and rich or... very rich equipment. In versions with pneumatic suspension, the stiffness of shock absorbers is regulated.

Many of the units have the most complete set of equipment. Here you can find unexpected for this age elements, for example, knee airbags for the driver and passenger, navigation, refrigerator and electric control of the upper seat belt mount. The chairs are equipped with a massage function, and the music is exclusively responsible for Mark & Levinson. Part of the equipment was included in the standard equipment of the most popular configuration "President".

A wide range of equipment rarely causes problems, but "strikes" are found, for example, from the electric drive of the steering column. Parking sensors are a trifle, but unpleasant (aluminum sensor elements are oxidized).

Disadvantages:

• expensive air suspension repairs.

Frequency of service

Gas distribution gear transmission belt

Specifications of Lexus LS III (2000-2006)

5005 (after restyling 5025) / 1830/1490

Costs like a compact?

• Many people do not regret flattering words about the interior and argue that the first signs of aging can only indicate a significant mileage - about half a million kilometers. Electronics glitches and body corrosion?
• Checking the gap valves is necessary every 90 thousand km.
• But for this, one condition must be met – to regularly serve it.
• If the car was skewed in the morning, then the first thing to check the alignment sensors is from 16,000 rubles apiece, there are only four.
• It should be noted that in general, despite the complexity of the design, the luxury sedan, in comparison with competitors, does not generate large costs.
• A cracked pillow or knock may mean it's time to replace the pneumo-damper (left).

Comfort level

• A wide range of equipment rarely causes problems, but "strikes" are found, for example, from the electric drive of the steering column.

Disadvantages:

• - expensive air suspension repair.

Not everyone likes to ride a large limousine. But if you’re baffled by the search for a comfortable car with a very short list of issues, then the Lexus LS430 is the perfect choice! Of course, given age, there is a risk of high costs (few substitutes). But, as a rule, except for the air suspension, there is nothing to fear anymore.

• Many do not regret flattering words in the address of the interior and argue that the first signs of aging can only indicate a significant mileage - about half a million kilometers. Electronics glitches and body corrosion?
• Level Comfort: A wide range of equipment rarely causes problems, but "strikes" occur, for example, from the electric steering column.
• Disadvantages: - expensive repair of air suspension.
• Service frequency: Gas distribution gear transmission belt
• Specifications of Lexus LS III (2000-2006): 5005 (after restyling 5025) / 1830/1490

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