breedy

Thank you for your responses! I will update this link as I move forward.

As an update, the dealer quotes about $1,000 to replace the servos on the blower.

My dual climate control only blows heat from the passenger side. From my searches on the forum it looks like there is a servo motor that needs replacing. I even had the telltale signs of clicking coming from the glove compartment area. Can anyone shed any additional light regarding changing or diagrams to assist in doing so. I did find a DIY guide for a GS posted in 2008, but I thought I would ask to see if anyone had any other resources or advice.

Thank you.

Brad Reedy

2004 ES330 160k

My 1993 ES300 (manual) was totaled last year. It had 290K and the insurance company gave me $2,800.

Thanks for the condolences. I'm still mourning.

My '93 ES300 with 290k miles was totaled last Friday when I was hit (almost head on) by a guy going the opposite way on an undivided four lane highway. He either had a flat or a front end problem and he could not control his 2002 Dodge Ram 1500. The car looks like I should be dead. I escaped with minor facial lacerations from flying glass. I haven't gotten the official verdict from his insurance company, but I'm sure it's totaled. I'm not looking forward to finding out how much they are going to give me for it. I loved that car. It burned a quart of oil about every 1500 miles, but besides that it was perfect (obviously the LED needles in the dash didn't work).

Some numbers: purchased in July of '97 with 37k miles for $16,000. I put in 3 timing belts, 1 clutch, 1 distributor, only changed the spark plug wires once, replaced a window regulator, had to pay Lexus $300 to fix an ABS sensor, had several seals and gaskets replaced, replaced 3 antennaes, and put $1,100 into the AC late last summer. I can't really think of any other major repairs including no muffler, alternator, starter, power steering pump, motor mounts, or even the thermostat.

At this juncture, I believe I am going to replace it with a 2004 ES330. It looks like I can get one with less than 40k miles (with Navigation and Levinson stereo) for around $22,000.

I really thought I would drive thar car forever. RIP. :cries:

I just noticed I have lots of water in the floor of the back seat (driver's side) of my 1993 ES. We've had lots of rain, but I have not seen any water on the seat or anywhere else. A search of this forum finds another individual with the same problem on the passenger side. His post indicated that the dealer fixed his problem by cleaning the moonroof drains ($300). Does this sound like the same problem? If so, I would like to do this myself, does anyone know how? Thank you.

There are many post here regarding antenna problems. Do a search and see if any of them answer your questions. If they don't help, add another post and I'll share everything I know.

Thanks, I'll check it out.

I have read in some of the older posts that ES300s with manual transmissions are very hard on the motor mounts. I have not replaced mine (200k miles). What are the symptoms that indicate they need replacement. Thanks!

My steering wheel was worn and I purchased a product called Wheelskins. It comes with a leather cover, leather stitching material, and a needle. It took me about 30-45 minutes to install. I was a little skeptical because the website picture looks kinda iffy, but it really looks and feels good. The Wheelskin web site price is $39.95 but I found it cheaper at another site. Just google wheelskins (all one word).

I fell in love with the old style the first time I saw it. I didn't have the same visceral response to the new one. I just test drove a 2003 and it definately feels like a more substantial and luxurious vehicle. I want one.

I just had to buy a new antenna for my '93 ES300. The Lexus dealer wanted $80, the Toyota dealer $56, I purchased it from Autozone for $27. I haven't changed it yet but I assume it will work. Also, on Ebay they are offering the antenna mast for 19.95 plus shipping.

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Thanks for the input!

The Lexus Dealer wanted $85, the Toyota dealer wanted $56, I got one from Autozone for $25.

I have a 93 ES with a manual. 200k and have never replaced the motor mounts.

200k miles on my 93 ES300.

I need to replace the antenna mast in my '93 ES300. The Lexus dealer wants $80 for the antenna. In some of the older posts I read that many Toyota parts are identical. Does anyone know what model and year Toyota antenna would work in my ES? Would it be a '93 Camry? Thanks!