Big Upgrade: '97 LS400 to '12 LS460
#16
We're actually debating about what to do with our "cream puff". I don't think we're going to part with it for less than $4,000. Otherwise we might as well keep it, I installed all new brakes a few months ago and new Bridgestones literally 3 weeks ago. I guess I wasn't planning on parting with it.
I'm going to start a thread in the LS400 forum to discuss the value of a very clean well documented '97 LS400 Coach Edition.
I'm going to start a thread in the LS400 forum to discuss the value of a very clean well documented '97 LS400 Coach Edition.
#18
Lexus Test Driver
Very nice find! Congrats! I love the color, though I am biased lol. I see you went a similar route I did which was find a good reputable non-Lexus dealer (I found mine at an Audi dealership with 17k mi last yr) and got a great deal! I have yet to see an F sport nebula the '12 bodystyle, looks fantastic from the pics. Anyway, enjoy the new ride!
On a side note, love your 996 Turbo! That is one sweet ride! One of my buddies got one last yr and we road tripped it from Denver CO back to MI lol, absolute blast while being pretty comfy for such a fast car. Cool garage layout as well, looks like lots of effort to get the weekend car out!
On a side note, love your 996 Turbo! That is one sweet ride! One of my buddies got one last yr and we road tripped it from Denver CO back to MI lol, absolute blast while being pretty comfy for such a fast car. Cool garage layout as well, looks like lots of effort to get the weekend car out!
#20
Intermediate
Thread Starter
Thanks guys, I did my first highway drive today across the Bay. Holy schnikes, it's a whole 'nother world compared to the LS4. I think I'm gonna really like this car!
#21
Lexus Test Driver
Those Brembos stir things up quite a bit.
#23
Pole Position
Wow, the car looks amazing. Love the color and the rims.
#24
Intermediate
Thread Starter
For $3500, I can go buy an extended warranty to cover that air suspension...
#25
Lexus Fanatic
There ya go!
#26
Lexus Test Driver
#27
Intermediate
Thread Starter
I'm friends with the Service Director at my local Lexus dealer. They recommend EasyCare.
I have another buddy in the used car business and he's checking out a few options for me. I'll share what I decide to do...
If the car didn't have the air suspension, I'd probably not get the warranty, but knowing it will eventually fail, it's probably a good idea.
The ride quality is amazing btw. Of course coming out of a 1997 that's not a shocker.
I have another buddy in the used car business and he's checking out a few options for me. I'll share what I decide to do...
If the car didn't have the air suspension, I'd probably not get the warranty, but knowing it will eventually fail, it's probably a good idea.
The ride quality is amazing btw. Of course coming out of a 1997 that's not a shocker.
#28
Lexus Test Driver
I'm friends with the Service Director at my local Lexus dealer. They recommend EasyCare.
I have another buddy in the used car business and he's checking out a few options for me. I'll share what I decide to do...
If the car didn't have the air suspension, I'd probably not get the warranty, but knowing it will eventually fail, it's probably a good idea.
The ride quality is amazing btw. Of course coming out of a 1997 that's not a shocker.
I have another buddy in the used car business and he's checking out a few options for me. I'll share what I decide to do...
If the car didn't have the air suspension, I'd probably not get the warranty, but knowing it will eventually fail, it's probably a good idea.
The ride quality is amazing btw. Of course coming out of a 1997 that's not a shocker.
Ultimately it may end up cheaper just replacing the OEM shocks out of pocket as they fail with aftermarket (Arnott), cheaper than it would have been for me to find a CPO Sport and having added the 5yr/unl mile extension.
#29
Awesome find!
I too just purchased a Sport package 460, mine is white with every option save for the rear executive seating (not even sure that is available on SWB) but mine is 10 (65k miles).
IMO the sport package is far and away the best looking interior on an LS.
Congrats and thanks for sharing the pics!
I too just purchased a Sport package 460, mine is white with every option save for the rear executive seating (not even sure that is available on SWB) but mine is 10 (65k miles).
IMO the sport package is far and away the best looking interior on an LS.
Congrats and thanks for sharing the pics!
#30
I feel the same way! I have a white 98 with near perfect interior and just turned 100k miles. Not selling it, keeping it forever!