Replacement Battery Recommendation
02-08-23, 11:04 AM
#46
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@charley95 - Why such a passion to keep a charge on the battery, especially such a new battery? 
Last edited by charley95; 02-08-23 at 11:08 AM.
02-08-23, 01:41 PM
#47
The Tender is right next to it in the garage so why not just hook it up to maintain a healthy battery?! Sometimes I might drive it daily and other times it might sit for 3 weeks.Does that make sense to you or no? Also, if someone gets too close to my GS I threaten their life.
02-08-23, 02:54 PM
#48
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I got 9 years out of an original battery in a Corvette I had. I knew I was pushing it and replaced it. The Battery Tender I have is from the early 90's and still going.
02-09-23, 10:32 AM
#49
I DIY replaced mine with an Optima Red top battery. In 10yrs, my 2013 GS is on its 3rd battery. Since the Lexus dealer doesn't charge too much for this service (typically ~$150 for the battery, and another $75-$140 for labor), its also one of my recommendations if you don't want to deal with lifting 40lbs+ batteries and work through any potential headaches as fellow member @bclexus mentioned.
Some have also gone with a lighter-weight, premium strength lithium battery that has a lifespan of 10yrs: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...y-battery.html
I didn't know the lithium battery was an option, otherwise I would have considered it since I typically keep my cars for around 8-10yrs.
Some have also gone with a lighter-weight, premium strength lithium battery that has a lifespan of 10yrs: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...y-battery.html
I didn't know the lithium battery was an option, otherwise I would have considered it since I typically keep my cars for around 8-10yrs.
$150 for OEM battery directly from Lexus is not bad at all.
My OEM Panasonic battery is showing its age after almost 7 years and 66k miles so I am looking for a battery replacement soon. Called my local Lexus dealer and they quoted me $175 for the battery (Plus tax so about $187) not including installation. The sales guy did confirm that it is an Interstate battery and not the Panasonic.
Now, since it is Interstate battery and I am going to do it myself, I will run down to Costco and grab one from them for 110 bucks. The main difference, besides price, is that Lexus does warranty swap for 2 years and then its prorated fo the remainder of the 7 years, whereas Costco does warranty swap for 3 years and thats about it.
Wish the Lithium batteries would be sub 500, I would have gladly taken those, but I cannot justify paying close to 1000 bucks for a battery.
02-14-23, 04:00 PM
#50
Updated - I ended up agreeing with @bclexus on this, but not initially. At first I went to remove it, it was 20deg out and that battery cover was a PITA. I needed an inspection done so figured it wasn’t worth my time removing it, getting a replacement, and installing it. For $260 I got a brand new 01/2023 production Lexus battery installed, a state inspection, their usual xyz-point inspection and car wash/vacuum. A very acceptable convenience surcharge, if that. And I asked that they check the computers/servo motor were okay (not sure if they actually did, but so far everything seems normal).
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02-14-23, 05:43 PM
#51
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12-04-23, 12:14 AM
#52
I got 8 years from my original Lexus battery. I agree with Bclexus. On my other Lexus, I am going to the dealer to have them replace the battery. It was a PITA to change on the GS and the fear of screwing up the electronics is well worth the costs. Hate the fact that the warehouse version will not fit in the existing battery holder case.
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12-04-23, 07:01 AM
#53
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