Control arms and bushings...
#32
Lexus Fanatic
My "EXPECTATIONS", were that this vehicle would exceed the reliability and performance of my previous myriad of vehicles. It has FAR exceeded all of them, so I am happy (so far). Coming from a 7 series BMW and still owning a an X5, you can be rest assured that I am ECSTATIC, especially given the complexity and refinement that this car possesses. The Germans (and Americans) can learn much from the Lexus experience. It was an utter embarassment to drive a 120,000+ vehicle that among other things belched blue smoke with 50k miles on it. And that's just for starters. There's my "progress".
Last edited by roadfrog; 04-23-15 at 07:32 PM.
#33
My "EXPECTATIONS", were that this vehicle would exceed the reliability and performance of my previous myriad of vehicles. It has FAR exceeded all of them, so I am happy (so far). Coming from a 7 series BMW and still owning a an X5, you can be rest assured that I am ECSTATIC, especially given the complexity and refinement that this car possesses. The Germans (and Americans) can learn much from the Lexus experience. It was an utter embarassment to drive a 120,000+ vehicle that among other things belched blue smoke with 50k miles on it. And that's just for starters. There's my "progress".
Last edited by Pamperme; 04-23-15 at 08:31 PM.
#34
Lexus Fanatic
See that's the problem with BMW's horrid reliability record. It's like second hand smoke. Even non-smokers feel the heat when Lexus's flaws are applauded by former German car owners. Well us Lexus owners are accustomed to a much higher standard and the current LS has not delivered on that promise.
Regardless, NOTHING of what I've seen about the current LS strikes me as problematic or rampant. Except maybe the bushings on SOME cars. I fortunately have no issues with mine, but won't lose any sleep over it when I do, nor will I be stranded. I'll spend six hours or so in my driveway sipping beer and installing 300 dollars worth of bushings, then be merrily on my way.
#35
Hell, lets leave BMW out of the equation. My LS is still (at least so far), far and away the best vehicle I've ever owned...in every way. Better than my Acura, Fords (4 of them), Jeep, Honda, Dodge, Olds, Mazda, and Triumph (lol - don't even get me started on that one). I may have forgotten some others....I'm a bit of a car nut.
Regardless, NOTHING of what I've seen about the current LS strikes me as problematic or rampant. Except maybe the bushings on SOME cars. I fortunately have no issues with mine, but won't lose any sleep over it when I do, nor will I be stranded. I'll spend six hours or so in my driveway sipping beer and installing 300 dollars worth of bushings, then be merrily on my way.
Regardless, NOTHING of what I've seen about the current LS strikes me as problematic or rampant. Except maybe the bushings on SOME cars. I fortunately have no issues with mine, but won't lose any sleep over it when I do, nor will I be stranded. I'll spend six hours or so in my driveway sipping beer and installing 300 dollars worth of bushings, then be merrily on my way.
Last edited by Pamperme; 04-23-15 at 08:49 PM.
#36
Lexus Fanatic
Lol. Yes there is no question that the Lexus dominates the reliability charts especially the LS. Enjoy ur ride man!! But when my complaining along with some other things I am working on results in reliability increases across the board for everyone, feel free to invite me over for a beer as a thank u.. (Actually I'm a tea drinker. )
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