View Poll Results: Which design is better 2003 ls or 2004 ls
2003 LS430
36
13.74%
2004 LS430
226
86.26%
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2003 Lexus LS430 vs. 2004 Lexus LS430
03-03-05, 12:03 AM
#32
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please tell me the above it a poor translation of a japanese slogan. its tooo funny. not dissing the 'sig' but it reminds me of an old fashioned electronics owners manual.
please tell me the above it a poor translation of a japanese slogan. its tooo funny. not dissing the 'sig' but it reminds me of an old fashioned electronics owners manual.
10-02-05, 04:09 PM
#33
Originally Posted by Methodical
I absolutely like the 2003 better than the 2004. I still like the 04' but, I really like the headlights better on the previous model.
ME TOO! I wonder if I can retrofit a 6spd auto out of a '05 LS into my '01? Other than that, there's not too many differences! IMHO
RE: 2003 Lexus LS430 vs. 2004 Lexus LS430
05-20-07, 11:42 AM
#37
It's obvious which one I prefer. 
Regarding headlights, I've had a number of folks fascinated by the automated aiming of the articulated headlights on the '04 when you first start it (in low-light conditions, obviously). People aren't used to seeing headlights move unless they're Tucker fans. LOL
Regarding headlights, I've had a number of folks fascinated by the automated aiming of the articulated headlights on the '04 when you first start it (in low-light conditions, obviously). People aren't used to seeing headlights move unless they're Tucker fans. LOL
05-22-07, 03:59 PM
#38
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According to Consumer Reports the 04 LS430 has more transmission and power equipment problems. Does anyone here agree??
I thought the recall a few years ago fixed the transmission issues. Are ppl still experiencing transmission problems after the fix? and what about the power equipment?
I may replace my 98 LS400 with a CPO 04 LS430 in a year or so. My 98 LS400 has over 130k and still has no problems. I feel guilty getting rid of a car in such a great shape. But I am curious just how reliable the 2004 LS430 is.
I thought the recall a few years ago fixed the transmission issues. Are ppl still experiencing transmission problems after the fix? and what about the power equipment?
I may replace my 98 LS400 with a CPO 04 LS430 in a year or so. My 98 LS400 has over 130k and still has no problems. I feel guilty getting rid of a car in such a great shape. But I am curious just how reliable the 2004 LS430 is.
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11-09-07, 03:19 AM
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According to Consumer Reports the 04 LS430 has more transmission and power equipment problems. Does anyone here agree??
I thought the recall a few years ago fixed the transmission issues. Are ppl still experiencing transmission problems after the fix? and what about the power equipment?
I may replace my 98 LS400 with a CPO 04 LS430 in a year or so. My 98 LS400 has over 130k and still has no problems. I feel guilty getting rid of a car in such a great shape. But I am curious just how reliable the 2004 LS430 is.
I thought the recall a few years ago fixed the transmission issues. Are ppl still experiencing transmission problems after the fix? and what about the power equipment?
I may replace my 98 LS400 with a CPO 04 LS430 in a year or so. My 98 LS400 has over 130k and still has no problems. I feel guilty getting rid of a car in such a great shape. But I am curious just how reliable the 2004 LS430 is.
I have no power equipment issues, so far. But the car goes out of warranty next month which means I will start to have them...LOL.
12-19-07, 01:09 PM
#41
the headlights are too big on the 04....too much into the fender....but the rear light on the other hand is a welcomed change....even the newer fog lights are better.....very hard to choose which i would take but....i guess i would stand by the one im about to buy soon....
12-22-07, 08:47 AM
#43
Lexus Champion
I wish someone would post stock Pictures, I haven't figured out the different yet, If i remember the hood has a bigger bulge. I am now doing Maintainance on mine and I like the fact that you can still drain the transmission fluid the old way mine is a 03 loaded but no air ride. Even has heated rear seats and Laser cruise. Just put in HID in the fog lights this AM. Nice and Bright...........
01-25-08, 08:51 AM
#45
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