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Skip a few years now to 2005, a few more Lexus deisgns and Las Vegas. On holiday in Las Vegas we used the Lexus LS430 to get about between the resorts and various casinos.
Lexus say the LS430 is one of the quietest cars in the world: I can only agree
The look of the car and the ... Read review
Advantages: Smooth - mighty smooth Disadvantages: I was only a passenger
...to 2005, a few more Lexus deisgns and Las Vegas. On holiday in Las Vegas we used the Lexus LS430 to get about between the resorts and various casinos.
Lexus say the LS430 is one of the quietest cars in the world: I can only agree
The look of the car and the exterior is not overpowering and has gentle, sweeping curves with close-fitting panels giving an overall graceful apperance that ouzes quality.
Being ... ...class and comfort - the Lexus offers Class, Comfort and that little bit more. We have a Lexus at home one of the very early models, a Soarer, so I felt quite familiar with some of the features the LS430 has and very confident that the car we were using was going to deliver a full and satisfying drive. I was not proved wrong in anyway, infact I have been completely impressed by this car. I really cannot fault it and would consider buying one (if I ... more
In August 1983 - the Toyota Chairman made a decision to design a luxury vehicle to challenge the worlds best. By January 1989 the LS400 series is unveiled to the world in Detroit USA.
Skip a few years now to 2005, a few more Lexus deisgns and Las Vegas. On holiday in Las Vegas we used the Lexus LS430 to get about between the resorts and various casinos.
Lexus say the LS430 is one of the quietest cars in the world: I can only agree
The look of the car and the exterior is not overpowering and has gentle, sweeping curves with close-fitting panels giving an overall graceful apperance that ouzes quality.
Being a women I am not all that clever about motor vehicles, but I do know class and comfort - the Lexus offers Class, Comfort and that little bit more. We have a Lexus at home one of the very early models, a Soarer, so I felt quite familiar with some of the features the LS430 has and very confident that the car we were using was going to deliver a full and satisfying drive. I was not proved wrong in anyway, infact I have been completely impressed by this car. I really cannot fault it and would consider buying one (if I could ever afford it) when the Soarer comes to an end
I was not the driver (dare I drive in the states - not for me) but as a willing passenger I can say the ride was fantastic. Smooth and almost senseless, no external sounds, no bumps. The LS430 lends itself to the straight roads of America and due to the silence and even ride, it was easy to mis-judge the speed we were traveling at. According to Lexus the reason for this is the generous use of quality soundproofing materials, flat underbody panels, creating a low aerodynamic drag coefficient and an exquisitely refined engine, contributing to the sense of tranquility experienced inside the LS 430. I agree
The GPS navigation system was easy to use, or so my driver explained, but it went a bit over my head. The air conditioning came into its own as temperatures outside soared to 100 deg C. There was loads of leg room and I'm quite tall at 5' 8" and the seats totally fitted my posture with easy manipulation.
As a passenger this car is awesome, the only time I felt uncomfortable was giving it back. I so wanted to keep it - forever.
This is a reasonably comprehensive list of standard features for the Lexus, LS430, - Air Conditioning, Auto Climate Control, AM/FM Stereo, AM Stereo, Additional Power Outlet(s), Bucket Seats, Body Side Molding, Center Arm Rest, Compact Disc Changer, Clock, Console, Cassette, Cruise Control, Driver Air Bag, Dual Climate Control, Digital Dash, Driver Memory Seat, Daytime Running Lights, Front Disc Brakes, Fog/Driving Lamps, GPS Navigation System, Intermittent Wipers, Keyless Entry, Leather Seats, Passenger Air Bag, Power Brakes, Power Drivers Seat, Power Locks, Power Mirrors, Power Moon Roof, Passenger Memory Seat, Power Passenger Seat, Premium Wheels, Power Steering, Power Windows, Rear Air Conditioning, Rear Arm Rest, Rear Defrost, Rear Disc Brakes, Side Air Bags, Trip Odometer, Tilt Steering
Advantages: Rarer and better than European Equivalents Disadvantages: Expensive to run, Brake disks warp every 6000 miles !!!
...ever heared great things about Lexus and the LS430 that may be about to change, ever so slightly
I have just paid my local Lexus franchise the ridiculous sum of £650 ( approx USD $1,000) to have my oh so unreliable brakes fixed, so although I have been overjoyed with the car as a whole I'm writing this review at my most vulnerable moment ever as a Lexus owner, in fact, the last time I felt this way about a lexus, my old IS200 ( brakes issues again ... ...2, having had a Lexus IS200 previously I knew that the car would be very very well built, utterly reliable and would outlast any European car in its class
3, My competitors nearly all run fleets of S Class Mercedes, if you want to hire an S Class for the day you can get a very cheap rate because every Tom, Dick & Harry in this business has one, I wanted something a touch better that would differentiate my company from the masses, The LS430 is very ...
ChampionOfChampions 31.03.2006
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Advantages: Stays clean forever, otptinal sports mode, loads of leg room Disadvantages: gadgets seem to have a ridiculous amount of problems, over priced
The LS430 has basically taken the shell of the old 400 series and given it one hell of a makeover. The new 430 is sleaker and, longer and has a unbelievable amount of gadgets inside. It features a locking system where as you do not have to even take your key out of your pocket to open the car or even start the ignition. Once the car is started there is very freindly and easy to use GPS system that can be voice operated, as well as voice operated ... ...to the boot of the car, to assist you in reversing, whcih is also aided my the lexux park assist whcih beeps if you are too close to a object. the saftey precautions on the car include, side windows air bags, a warning signal in the event that you have a puncture, and central locking. The 430 is very much based around comfort and luxury, with electronic adjusting seats for both passengers and drivers, seat heaters and a large amount of leg room. ...
bcarl2 09.01.2005
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...LOOK NO FUTHER CAUSE THE LEXUS LS430 IS THE CAR FOR THEM. IT HAS A REALLY SMOTH RIDE AND IT HANDLES QUITE WELL FOR A BIG CAR, EASY STERAING AND GOOD GRIP AND A BIG V8 SIX SPEED ENGINE. iNSIDE IS A BUEATFUL INTERIOR WITH A WOOD AND SOFT LEATHER. IF YOU WANT TO DRIVE AROUND AND GET NOTICED THEN YOU WANT NO NEED THIS CAR BECAUSE YOU WILL SURLY TURN PEOPLES HEADS LOOKING YOUR WAY. WHEN I GOT IN THIS CAR I FLET LIKE I WAS SOME ONE SPECIAL BECAUSE OF THE ...
josh.t 24.06.2005
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Ciao members have rated this car review on average: somewhat helpful Review of Lexus LS 430
Advantages: The LS has everything and more as Standard, is a reliable, smooth and quiet car Disadvantages: Second hand value could be better
I have driven Professionaly since 1966. I have driven, on a regular basis nearly every top range luxury car you can buy.
In my estimation as a Pro, none of them come up overall to the LS 430.
The interior, as well as the exterior, is superb, you want for nothing. Road handling is excellent, plenty of power, and every thing is at your fingertips. And it runs so,so quiet. Phone connection is Bluetooth, no wires or cradles to clutter the place. The ... ...and I'm in the Music business, so I've heard a few!
Value for money it may well outway every other production car on the World market today.
I find the after sales service is second to none. Once driven I feel you will never go back to any other make of car!
I think you may well keep the LS much longer than you would any other make. ...
Consatable 01.09.2005
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