I took my first road trip with my family in our new LS460L up through Donner's Pass and into Reno. This car just gobbles up miles. But what I did notice is that going through the mountain pass, the car barely hiccups through the curves and hills. Before you know it, you're pulling lateral g's.

The other thing I notice is that it's reallllly easy to get comfortable in this car. It's just pure smooth silk. Makes me want to go into a trance. I'm not talking about the crap that BMW drivers throw at Lexus cars about detachment etc. Personally I love the smoothness. Just love it!!!!

But I gotta be careful. Cheers to staying alive.

 

This is very true haha

 

Lexus really should make radar detectors standard equipment

 

Sure wish it had the top speed like an bmw has , its only short coming.

 

its electronically limited....but that can be bypassed....

 

Oh OK, so it's a GOOD dangerous

 

I'd give my left kidney to be able to do so.

 

Lol! Yes the smoothness is great and the open hwy road trips is where the LS really shines!

 

The LS doesn't handle as well as a BMW, so it's best that it doesn't go as fast. Even the top speed of 130 mph tests the limits of its handling characteristics.

 

Recently did a 200 mile trip in an east coast snowstorm. RWD easily kept me at 50-60mph with 2-3" of snow on the roads. I kept having to force myself to slow down to 30-35 when I looked down and saw the spedo hit 60.

Car is almost *too* good. Almost.

 

These cars are definitely smooth. Coming out of a 750Li (kept a oil leak) there are only two things I miss.
1. The acceleration/get up and go from point to point and
2. The 14 way adjustable seat, with ultra comfortable headrest.

 

At first, I thought to myself "Why" when I read the title
and now, I am laughing so bad.

 

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I totally agree. Coming from a BMW750, I miss the comfortable seats, its design and presence, and the handling. I do not miss the frequent dealer visits. The LS is a luxury appliance, not to be mistaken for a high performance sedan.

However, for those who like its performance, no offense. To each his own.

 

I do a lot of highway driving in my LS and I have to admit it is awesome on the high end. It pulls with ease all the way to the limiter. Between the 8 speed tranny, coffin silent interior, and the silky V8 its a formula for covering many miles quickly and with total comfort. I would buy another LS in a second. Its a no brainer car for me.

 

having no complaints... this is my first LS and i will purchase another in about 5 to 6 years. i've owned ES and GS and i must say this LS has me spoiled rotten. when i purchased the car in March 2013, i couldn't stay out of it, i would find excuses to get in and drive... it is now Jan. 2014 although i have slowed down a bit, i still love the ride and the comfy interior. i have a lot of miles on her (highway miles) and i've had no problems except for the brake actuator.... quick fix and she has treated me the same since the day i bought her. very reliable and sturdy car.