kg19989

Is the LS worth the premium you pay? I was thinking about upgrading however I cannot decide if I would like the LS in my garage as much as I like my money in the bank.... Thoughts?

Timothyj

I would look for a older LS. I have a 04 ES, can't afford a new one, keep what you have, look for a early 90 -95 LS. Maybe a 99 LS. Look on auto trader. Keep some money in the bank. I seen some older LS cars in better shape then my 04 ES as far as paint chips, dents ,etc. Have fun shopping.

Tim

ayonnebay

Upgrade by buying a "used" LS, that's what I did. That was the affordable way for me. I have a 98 ES, (had an 02 ES), and have an 04 LS430. There's really no comparison as far as the cars. I wouldn't say wipe out your whole bank account to get an LS, but a used one off lease might be the way to go.

I bought the 98 ES new, and the 02 ES new. I bought the LS used, a couple of years ago and have never regretted it. I'm so happy with the 430 I can't see myself ever even going for a 460 .... I love the 430.

Money in the bank is nice, though. Money in the bank is also comfortable. It's just that an LS has so many more buttons and is so much more fun.

Walt

kg19989

Thanks for the input.... The 04 is what I have in my sights. There is a CPO with 65,000 miles at my Lexus dealership. They are asking $22,900..

http://www.northparklexus.com/VehicleDetails/595072593

Timothyj

04 Ls is a great car, good choice. Last for a long time.

mmlex1987

I don't have an LS yet, however, I have been seriously thinking of the 430. Good lucj shopping and please post when you fing your LS.

kg19989

thanks for the input... I may go trade the ES for the LS. I can't help but think I would be happy, not to mention proud to be in the big boy. North Park is around the corner... I may run over there now!!

Maxx941

iTrader: (1)

There will be an LS400 in my garage someday for sure.

SLORICK

TEST DRIVE, TEST DRIVE, TEST DRIVE

...had an Air Force Officer Buddy, a bachelor, his weekend hobby was going to dealers and test driving different types of vehicles.

...we went to car lot looking for ES300 and dealer said just sold out, when more in? A week. There is a 94LS400, take a test drive. Too Expensive. No, you saw a 96 in showroom, in 95 they redesigned it, made it bigger and added $30K to price, but that 94 is a little smaller, not as pricey, nearer to ES but nicer car, try it...we loved it.

Took 94LS400 to Lexus Dealer for first oil change after buying from independent used car lot. They gave us an ES300 loaner car. Wife came home from work and said "I want my LS400 back". ES seems like a cheap tin can. LS like a lazy boy recliner in your living room.

Google "Lexus wiki" Read reviews LS400 rated top luxury car in the world, one of 5 best cars made in the 20th century, etc. etc. etc.

kg19989

interesting input... My wife signed off on the 06 LS yesterday so when I get back to town on Monday I am heading over!!!!! As long as this car is as tight as it looks then I am BUYING!!!

kg19989

going to drive it tomorrow. My next post may be the LS announcement!!!!

kg19989

Got it! Bought it today....

ALarsh

Lets hear what you think compared to the ES's? Miles? Price?

kg19989

no comparison. Not that the ES was bad.... this is just a whole new level!!!
Mine has 64K miles and I paid $19900 for it. (CPO) The most unbelievable thing is that I cannot hear it when I give it gas.
I did pay the add'l $2000 for the Lexus upgrade to 125,000 miles.

intermec

so this is 06? does it have Nav? COP for under 20K, I think you got yourself a deal