I have a severe problem with the center shift column construction on my '08 LS460 SWB. I can go over the most minor bumps and hear cracking sounds coming from the center shift column and dashboard wood right below the audio system. The noises even happens when I brake. I can press against the leather and wood in the areas the noise is coming from and duplicate it. Is anyone else having this issue?
Also, the drivers seat groans. Am I expecting too much to have a new $70,000 vehicle sound better than the $50,000 used one I sold?
My '01 LS430 seemed better constructed than my '08 LS460.