99 Ls Vs 2013 Es

vassiton · February 4, 2015

I put my LS in the shop for some work and they gave me a 2013 ES loaner. My 15 yr old LS rides a LOT better than this "new" car. Do 18" wheels make that much difference or is it just because it's an LS?

I'm continually amazed with my LS.

VBdenny · February 4, 2015

Frank, you better believe it. I still say to this day that my 1990 LS400 was the best driving car I've ever owned. While not ever intended to be raced from lights, I did and the thing is fast. Took it up to 138 on an Interstate in an undisclosed location but it still had plenty more to go. I backed off being scared by two things Cops and Tires. Had "H" tires on at the time.

I had (well still have) a 2004 ES330. Nice car, no doubt. All leathered up with options and such BUT, (big one) it is a front wheel drive boring as hell car to drive. My wife hated the car for 5 years and complained about wanting the LS400 back. Of me being selfish said keep the new one, much better. At times when the evening is quiet and a Lexus commercial comes on I am reminded.

Might have been a momentary lapse of reason but I sold mine to my neighbors son (who loves it) and I see the car often. Being a good LOC'er, I do help him with oil changes, cleaning, repair stuff.

Keep your car Frank. Someone might refer the ES line to glorified Camry's . Frankly (no pun intended) I think the new Avalons might be just as nice and they are priced the same.

enny