Pascott

Thanks for the advice. I'm planning to put on new tires and a new fuel filter & hoses soon. And eventually new struts (because its lower on the driver's side, and it rocks going around curves). That's $1500-2000 in repairs already, and I've read several posts indicating that I may need new ball joints soon. The last thing I need is a major repair on top of that. Otherwise, it's well cared for and running fine. I'm not planning to keep it forever...I'd be happy to get a few more good years with low to moderate repair and maintenance costs. As for the Volvo, it's only got 25,000 miles on it, all problem-free, so I'm worried about it failing any time soon. I'm sorry to tell you that it handles better for freeway driving, but the Lexus should do better when it gets new struts. (Of course, it's already smoother for for city driving). And in terms of the interior, the Lexus is more plush and spacious, while the Volvo, being a newer car, has all the convenience options that weren't available in '93. Preferences aside, the main concern is to feel confident that the Lexus could handle a year, two years, or longer of seriously long commuting if I decide to go that route. Any more comments? I'll let you know how it fares. Many thanks.

Own '93 LS400 with 185,000 miles. I'm going to be starting a long commute, 100 miles a day. Adds up to 25,000 miles a year. Afraid putting so many miles on may lead to major repairs (transmission or engine). How many miles can I count on the car to keep going? Am considering, as an alternative, using our other car (Volvo S60) for the commute, but it's on a lease. That many miles would lock us in to buying it at lease end. We have been planning to do so, but would like to keep our options open. Again, our choices now are (1) commute in the LS400 and add 25,000 miles a year, or (2) commute in the Volvo and just drive the Lexus around town, hoping to stretch out its lifespan. I'm a new member here. Checked several discussions and saw the LS400 can last 200k-300k and beyond, but what's normal and when would the big repairs kick in? What do you think? Thanks!