How many miles will a ES330 go?
02-15-20, 08:16 AM
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Recommendations for parts to replace due to age - even if still working
Hello all, I have had my 2005 ES for a year and it has 56K. It was a one-owner car and checked out great with a mechanic prior to purchase. I love it and have had no problems but am told it has original timing belt so I am looking to replace. I also have some creaking in the rear when backing out of garage. As a single woman with no real car repair knowledge, I am looking for advice. Are there certain parts or maintenance that should be replaced just because they are old (hoses, suspension, belts, etc.)? I don’t want to spend money unnecessarily and am willing to do upkeep but what is most important? Is it wise to put money in a low mileage car in good shape since it’s already 15 years old? Thank you!
02-15-20, 08:26 AM
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Hello all, I have had my 2005 ES for a year and it has 56K. It was a one-owner car and checked out great with a mechanic prior to purchase. I love it and have had no problems but am told it has original timing belt so I am looking to replace. I also have some creaking in the rear when backing out of garage. As a single woman with no real car repair knowledge, I am looking for advice. Are there certain parts or maintenance that should be replaced just because they are old (hoses, suspension, belts, etc.)? I don’t want to spend money unnecessarily and am willing to do upkeep but what is most important? Is it wise to put money in a low mileage car in good shape since it’s already 15 years old? Thank you!
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djr48312 (09-26-21)
06-08-20, 04:54 PM
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Bought my ES300 about a year ago with 273k and today it has 291,282 and runs great. Just put struts at all 4 corners and just put new p/s fluid in last week. The previous owners had great documentation but as far as I can tell the coolant has not been changed in a while so that's next. I have no qualms about taking this car on any long trip. Smooth, quiet, comfortable, and just a tick under 30 mpg on the highway. Who could ask for anything more?
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Corkman (07-20-21)
07-20-21, 12:52 PM
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Corkman (07-20-21)
07-20-21, 09:21 PM
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I don't know. Mine has 200k and I hear a lifter ticking. It has gotten progressively worse over the last 6 months. Mine might be ready.
I'm ready to graduate to an LS
07-22-21, 04:35 PM
#72
An LS isn't worth quite as much hype as it gets. Nice car, but anyone used to an ES or a Camry will be disappointed with repair and maintenance costs of an LS. Not to mention the worse gas mileage, RWD inconvenience in crappy weather, and premium gas requirement. I don't know if a slightly smoother, slightly quieter ride is worth what I just mentioned but it's your call, obviously.
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FromFL (07-23-21)
07-22-21, 08:53 PM
#73
Currently I have 215,000 miles on a 2004 ES 330 with original engine, transmission and radiator. Timing belt has been changed twice. It has received good maintenance over its life, mostly by Lexus dealers. My goal is to get it up to 300k, if its transmission holds up.
Last edited by Steven54; 07-31-21 at 11:59 AM.
