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I own a 99' Ls and the car is fantastic seems like all it requires is just oil changes and gas. My car currently has about 115k and I need to get the Waterpump and timing belt done here in the spring time. But my question for now is around the brakes. Has anybody had any problems changing their own brake pads? Or is this car similar to other when it comes to changing the brakes? My wife has an Acura RL and her brake pads were very simple to do and took about 30 mins to do.

I would have to sell the LS is I was in your shoes...The LS's are great cars and even great family vehicles. The reason I say sell is because you will get better re-sale value on your LS and Lexus seems to sell alot better. But its hard to argue a car vs SUV, because 9/10 the SUV will win due to the space especially having a baby and they seem to be more feasable for family needs.

Thanks for the reply. That is where I am, just hoping someone could change my mind.

I agree with Eagle33...Congrats I wouldn't worry about to much with only 65,000 miles your car still has 10-15 yrs of life easily....I would just drive it until something doesnt feel right or things start going wrong, you probably will be set until your 90k service if not longer....The LS's are machines and can be expensive to fix but definitely worth it after they are fixed.

The Check Engine light came on first, then the VSC light came on second, today I am going to go to my mechanic and have him pull the code and clear and see if that takes care of the problem. Unless the VSC was on alone and/or before the engine check light, YES.

So, WWest your saying I should have the Check Engine code pulled and have the code cleared and the VSC light will go away..?

Hello all, On Saturday I picked up my 1999 Lexus LS400 and the car is a great car with just 98k miles, that engine is a monster and hands down is the best engine made... Well, on Sunday, I took the car to a local Tire place to price new tires and get a "FREE" brake inspection. And everything checked out fine, the brakes are in great condition, new rotors and pads, I just have to apply more pressure then Im use to but I will get use to that...But when I get home I noticed the VSC light came on and on the dashboard it said "CHECK VSC"...I know it has to be related to the brake inspection...Any ideas? Did they mess up a sensor or do something wrong? I followed the manual to reset it and it worked temporaily but now it is back on and I needed some feedback before I go to the dealership to pay this $100 for a diagnostic. :chairshot:

Hello everybody, What is the cost of getting the water pump/timing belt done whether at the Lexus dealership or independent mechanic? I paid about $650 on my 99 GS300 thru my mechanic...I didn't know how much more for the LS400. Thanks..And sorry if this question has been badgered to death.. :chairshot:

Hey Guys, The car is pretty good shape..Has alot of the service records...new tires...The only thing negative that the owner says is that it puffs out black smoke fromt he exhaust for a few seconds once it starts up after sitting for a few days...But it doesn't do it when its driven on a regular basis..I'm thinking about just putting in a re-built engine since the body is in good shape...I paid $3,500 for it.

Thanks Landar...Your information has been real helpful and I'm feeling more and more comfortable about my decision...

Also here is a picture of the car....Looks like it only has 50k on it.

SO it seems like I will be forking out some major $$ on gas for this LS400..Oh well..I guess I will be parking the LS400 on the weekend and driving my fiancee's Toyota Corrolla..

Well I don't have to much information on the service dates and whats been done..I will find out tomorrow..But I can imagine a car with 438k alot of people would be ify...I am too in a way. But if it lasted that long and still is running strong. I know it could go another 100k. Just my thoughts

I am in the market for an LS400 and I was wondering how much it cost to fill the car up with 92 or above? I know the fuel tank is bigger then my GS300 and that took about $45-50 to fill up with about 13 gallons..How much for the LS400..Thanks

Hey everybody, I am new to the LS400 section. I recently sold my 99'GS300 a few months back and now I want to buy a 95' LS400. I found a nice one that is a 1 owner and it comes with all the service records but it has 438k miles. It was owned by an Executive and he took really good care of the car. Would you guys buy a car with all these miles on them or am I looking at putting out alot of money? These engines are just so impressive, I think this engine could go another 200k miles. Thanks

Hello everybody, I'm thinking about buying a 1997-1999 ES300....I seen a few with over 130k miles, but Im not worried because I know these cars last forever...How the cars in terms of reliability and service? Are they pretty inexpensive to maintain..I know tires, brakes, and oil changes are regular things... Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

sorry for any confusion...Its a 1998....GS300

I acutally have the same problem and question as you and was wondering if anybody could offer any feedback..my car vibrates real bad when I stop especially at high speeds...I got the driver side control arm replaced and that cost $600 and I need the other one replaced on the passenger and was wondering myself if the control arm bushing would be a better solution..

I decided I am going to sell the GS300 for $9500 asking and hope to get $9,000 out of it.....I wanted to Thank everybody for there insight...if you know anybody interested email me at bsjones35@yahoo.com..I have pictures..

I thought about keeping the Lexus but the mustang is paid off....so it looks like $10 maybe the starting offer.

I'm in the process of buying a home and I have a 99' Mustang that is alot cheaper and easier to maintain then the Lexus..I love my GS, but they are expensive cars to up-keep...

My 98' GS300 has 131k....Im thinking it could run for 300k>

Lex__Ext_.bmpHello fellow GSers, I am thinking about selling my 98 GS300, I needed your guys opinion on how much I should sell the car for? I still have $9k pay off on the car, so if I can get $9k I will be happy. Lexus is Black/Black has 130k miles.... In the last 10k miles these parts have been replaced Water Pump/Timing Belt New Brakes (all 4) both Control arms Starter Battery Tires (all 4) Engine Valve adjustment Master Brake Cylinder Ball Joints (Driver & Passenger) Tune-up (new wires & plugs) Do you guys think $9k is reasonable? Any input is much appreciated. Lex__ext__2.bmp

Thats sounds about right, $10k is a good price for it only having 120k...many people get scared when they see a car with 100k plus miles...but as many Lexus owners know if you take care of it, 300k is do-able on these cars.. By the way I am going to sell my 98 GS 300 for about $9-10k and I guarantee you won't find anything wrong with my car...I got everything done from Timing Belt/Water Pump, Tires, Brakes, Tune-up, battery, starter, ball joints, both control arms within the last 15k miles. Im in Ohio and car is garaged and has 130k miles... I can email you pic's if you like.

Hey Ladies and Gents, My 98 GS300 is ticking and my mechanic told me it is the Engine Valve where the noise is coming from. You guys ever had the same problem? And if so, how much was it to fix the problem? Thanks