What are the advantages and diadvantages of a 2004 LS430 Sport Suspension Model vs the Standard LS430 model? Is one more expensive to keep up? Does one ride better than the other? Thanks.

 

"Better" is a matter of opinion. Sport rides more firmly (as you would expect) but to me it feels more like a BMW (hence "Euro-Tuned"). When taking sweeping turns especially on freeway it instills a better sense of control and confidence IMO - steering feels more connected - plus no "wallowing" over undulating surfaces.

The other major benefit on a 2004 are the (to me) more attractive larger 18" alloys. They became standard on 2005's I believe.

Expense wise it hasn't cost me an extra dime apart from the original option cost ($400?).

 

Well, one big drawback to the sport suspension is that it isn't available with the laser cruise, which is a great option to have. Other than the factory 18" rims and a stiffer suspension, the sport model has the same engine and specs, etc., I don't think there's that much different. Why not just get the base model and add 18" rims? Just my 2 cents.

 

Are th five spoke design "sport wheels" available in differnt sizes? I was under the impression that they were all 18"s?

 

hmm well both r rly nice cars, so i rly dont see any pros or cons to either of em