Used Ls400

[twrenn]

I am considering buying a 1991 LS400 with 200k on it. I have read the forums and understand that it's a very reliable car. I am gonna get it checked out but wanted some feedback. Also, what is the horsepower on the V8 for a 1991 model? What performance upgrades can I do? I have been an SUV owner my whole life and feel weird about buying a car, but the LS400 looks great and has lots of room. Any advise is appreciated.

[blake918]

The '91 has 250hp. Performance modifications are going to be very limited since the LS is essentially a well built and engineered Town Car (in my mind at least). I have 256.5k miles on my '95, and she's never caused any trouble.

I wouldn't let the mileage scare you. LSs tend to face only small, irritating problems like cracked bushings, a/c failure, quirky interior electronics(speedo needles and lcds), leaky ps pumps etc. Catastrophic failure of the engine/tranny is very rare.

[twrenn]

Thanks for the help, I feel a little better about it now.

The '91 has 250hp. Performance modifications are going to be very limited since the LS is essentially a well built and engineered Town Car (in my mind at least). I have 256.5k miles on my '95, and she's never caused any trouble.

I wouldn't let the mileage scare you. LSs tend to face only small, irritating problems like cracked bushings, a/c failure, quirky interior electronics(speedo needles and lcds), leaky ps pumps etc. Catastrophic failure of the engine/tranny is very rare.

 

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