ewenpg

Hi everyone! I am about a week away from owning my first LS 400. I am excited to say the least. What should I look out for? Does anyone know where to get good bodykits for the LS400? What are good starting mods?
Thanks!!

steveski

Just do a quick search and you'll find lots of information.
Obviously first gen 90-94 have more mods available than second and beyond.
Most folks go with wheels, intake, muffler delete, springs/struts or coilovers.
Just decide what you want to do (suspension, engine, audio, etc.) and then search here. It will save you time and money.

I found some cool body kits on www.memoryfab.com

Welcome and good luck bro.

ewenpg

Thanks man, I like the look of your LS400. I want mine to look sleek and classy with a secret ripping engine underneath. Thanks again for the pointers!
Ewen

RA40

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Some of the first gen parts may be in short supply due to age. While Steve at Carson can still probably get a good share, the second gen stuff is still in production, new kits from JOB, Aimgain to list a couple.

First gen adjustable coil-over suspensions will fit the second gen. It won't go the opposite way from second gen to first. Eibach may be in short supply but Tanabe and H&R springs are still readily available.

This site will get you started.
http://www.l-tunedparts.com/

steveski

L-Tuned parts is a great site. I bought some things from them and the selection and service was fantastic.

I also bought parts from www.lextasy.com ans there selection and service was also very good.

steveski

Thanks Ewen. I have done a lot to my car and spent a few $$$. Take a look at my photo gallery. I have various pics showing the transformation from stock to now.

ewenpg

I finally got it!!!! A '97 LS400! Black with Black interior! Love it! Best car ever! Pix:

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PureDrifter

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body looks nice and clean

but def not feeling those wheels and tails

jasonm

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The car is begging for rims even if they are stock ones.

PureDrifter

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to clarify my earlier post, i like the car, hate the wheels/tails

reminds me of my old '95 (R.I.P. )

if u need any help/general questions feel free to hit me up via im/pm
ive got a small load of parts layin around too, incl. a mint set of tails )

CK6Speed

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I wish I had the black interior. Car looks clean.

KevinfrmSD

that's a nice 97. I think the tail lights are coo but if you're going VIP i def suggest u change em out. goodluck with whatever u do with it.

TJW98LS

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I'd probably change the wheels out, and also buy some Red/clear tails for it. Looks very clean for a 97 LS, I like it. Those tianted tails may look better if they were a bit lighter, wouldn't you say?

Luxurymods.com
L-tunedparts.com
Lextasy.com

...there are others, but those are the 3 major ones I visit.

ewenpg

Thanks for all the comments! Thanks Pure Drifter, Ill definitely be hitting you up about parts and advice! I actually like the black tail lights but the rims are awful! They are proper Lexus wheels from what I can tell, they have Lexus labels in the center (well two of them!) but the chrome is peeling and yeah, well, I need new rims!! Any suggestions??? Sizes, brands, places to buy???
Thanks!!!
Ewen

PureDrifter

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tirerack.com and d2autosport.com (both forum sponsors.)

those are NOT oem lexus wheels in any way shape or form, someone just had some centercaps made/printed (vinyl)