08LS460

You say that the tires on the LS460 are "higher" than on previous models? The LS460 has 50 aspect ratio tires. Are you saying the LS430 had 45 (or less) aspect ratio tires? My LS460 is my first Lexus, therefore I am not familiar with the specs on previous LS's. Someone please enlighten me.

Lexus does not recommend "special" oil, nor does it recommend synthetic oil. It recommends 0W20 and 5W20 petroleum based oil. Check your owner's manual. This quality brand name petroleum based oil can be purchased at most automotive stores for $3-$4 per quart. Your dealership is trying to make an excessive profit and hoping you will cooperate.

RFeldes, the LS460 is my first Lexus. My most recent rides have been Toyotas, a Camry and an Avalon, both of which have a smoother ride, not harsh over bumps like the LS. Granted, the Toyotas do not corner as well as the LS460, but my every day drive does not require me to run a slalom race. I expected a much more luxurious and less jarring ride with the LS460. Big disappointment.

I am new to this forum and also have a harsh riding 2008 LS460. When mentioned to my service tech at the dealership all I get is that "the car is operating as designed". Yeah right. It's reassuring to know that there are others with this same complaint. It also ticks me off to learn that short wheelbase LS460's in Europe come with the air suspension as standard when we in the U.S. can not even get it as an option. Who at Lexus makes these crazy decisions anyway??