Hello all! After much lurking and research on this forum, I purchased my first Lexus last weekend. It's a 99 LS400, black on black, with a clean pre-purchase inspection from the Lexus service department. There are a couple of items that need attention and I hope to correct them this weekend. It's a beautiful car, one of the best riding vehicles I've ever owned. Even though it needs front shocks (to be corrected this weekend) the ride is still incredible.
Thanks for all of the collective knowledge contributed by everyone. I think it turned me into an informed buyer and I believe after much searching, I found the right car for me.