2008 Lexus LS 460 Consumer Discussions

Lexus LS 460 Lease Questions

• Re: ?'s on leasing [Car_man]

  Written by: ncee on May 17, 2011 3:54:54 AM

  So purchasing outright seems to make the most sense for me. I hadn't paid much attention (Driving to damn much), but my 2008 Avalon (purchased 10/2009) has 65,000+ miles on it, in just over 16 months, and a few long trips coming up. I guessing at this rate, I'll have about 85 - 90,000 miles on it when it turns 2 years old. WAY to many miles per year to lease ... Read More

New Avalon or 2007 LS?

• New Avalon or 2007 LS?

  Written by: ncee on May 6, 2011 4:15:23 AM

  Ok, so they aren't the same car, but here's what I'm up against. I put on 35,000+- miles a year, my 2008 Avalon Touring edition (Purchased in 2009) has 65,000+ miles on it. my local Toyota dealer is offering me a 2011 Avalon Limited Edition in Pearl White at a very good price, and now a friend is offering her 2007 Lexus LS 460 with 42,000 miles on it for about ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Owner Experiences

• 2008 LS 460 SWB

  Written by: wjtinatl on Jan 4, 2011 10:51:20 AM

  My parents are visiting me in the Florida panhandle in their 2008 LS460. This is my dad's 5th Lexus and he stated clearly, his last. At purchase, the radio reception was horrible. After multiple dealer visits, they replaced the receiver module in the dash, after waiting weeks for the parts. A dead battery a couple months ago was blamed on a dome light being left on, although the doors supposedly close ... Read More

• Re: LS 460 Recall [dcwalker]

  Written by: aboutthetruth on Aug 24, 2010 12:11:48 PM

  I'm looking for a class-action law suit for the 2008 Lexus LS460. Please reply if you have seen this information on many website. Thanking you in advance for your kindness and cooperation concerning this matter.

• LS 460 Recall

  Written by: dcwalker on Jul 14, 2010 11:57:36 AM

  Have had my 2007 LS in many times for this problem. They always give me the same answer. No service bulletins and nothing shows on their computer. Cannot duplicate the problem. Evidently, they have known it was a problem for a long time. Foreign material? Who are they trying to kid. These are valve springs, not fuel injectors. Isn't it interesting that they will not recall 2009/10 LS models. When exactly ... Read More

• wind noise 2008

  Written by: bunnyrabby5 on Feb 26, 2010 3:27:42 PM

  My LS 460 HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 4 TIMES FOR THIS WIND NOISE! NO MATTER WHAT THEY DO IT DON'T GET ANY BETTER. MY NEXT STEP WILL BE A LAW SUIT. IT DONT MAKE SENSE TO PAY OVER 70TH DOLLARS FOR A LEMON. I HAVE DRIVEN LEXUS SINCE 1994 BUT I WILL NOT BUT ANOTHER UNLESS THEY MAKE THIS RIGHT.

Lexus LS 460 Suggested Improvements

• Engine noise

  Written by: partin1 on Feb 3, 2010 3:05:38 PM

  We have a 2008 460 LS which sounds like a diesel. The noise began approx. 3000 miles. On our third visit to Lexus for service, the service manager acknowledged the noise. He stated that this was a common problem with the pump and injectors. They stated to us that they do not know why some 2008s have the problem are not. They are certain that there is nothing wrong with the ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Lexus LS 460: Prices Paid & Buying Experiences [pat]

  Written by: engineerkmr on May 29, 2009 6:14:39 AM

  I just bought a 2009 LS SWB, RWD. Sticker was $66,034 I paid $58, 800. You can easily take off around 10% off the sticker. I am in Maryland and bought the vehicle from a dealer in Manmouth, New Jersey. Big dealer with lots of inventory. My local dealer in Maryland was selling me a used 2008 model with 13, 500 miles for the same price. SK

Lexus LS 460 Lease Questions

• Re: February 2009 LS460 lease details [richz]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 27, 2009 2:52:00 AM

  Hi richz. Here's the information that you're looking for. Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 LS 460 with 12,000 miles per year are an unattractive .00285 and 44%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top aka "Tier 1+" credit tier. Lexus is not currently providing any cash incentives on the 2009 LS. I don't think that ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2007/2008 LS 460 pricing [flanders1]

  Written by: cctdi on Jan 22, 2009 4:48:20 PM

  According to Edmunds’ TMV pricing, the 08 Ls is already selling over 17k off the MSRP. I got a 08 RX 400H in July for my wife from Cherry Lexus in South Jersey with only 3.5k off the MSRP, now the same car sells 6-7k off! I wish I wouldn’t had gotten my 08 535xi and 750Li earlier last year from the BMW right next door to the Lexus; the car ... Read More

Lexus LS Dealers and Service Issues

• Post moved

  Written by: pat on Dec 9, 2008 11:10:31 PM

  Here's the link: georgef, "Lexus LS 460 Owner Experiences" #113, 9 Dec 2008 4:28 pm.

Lexus LS 460 Lease Questions

• Re: 08 or 08 LS460 [Car_man]

  Written by: topgun7 on Dec 8, 2008 12:15:37 PM

  "On December 2nd, Lexus raised its dealer cash incentive on the 2008 LS 460 from $4,000 to $6,000" heh heh, thanks for the info. I know about the $4000 rebate but did not know that Lexus raised it to $6000. Look like dealer is making out o.k. I think the incentive is being used for lease as well as purchase, otherwise dealer will loss money on the discount on my car. ... Read More

• Re: 08 or 08 LS460 [topgun7]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 8, 2008 4:12:14 AM

  Hey topgun7. Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 LS 460 2WD SWB with 15,000 miles per year are .00250 and 47%. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2008 model are .00190 and an atrocious 40%. On December 2nd, Lexus raised its dealer cash incentive on the 2008 LS 460 from $4,000 to $6,000. I'm ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Suggested Improvements

• Re: Lexus LS - Suggested Improvements [rennybosch]

  Written by: mitchellrowe on Nov 19, 2008 8:03:35 PM

  Hello Renny , Hello All : i am the owner of a white with tan genesis 3.8 with both packages which include the cd/dvd/nav-traffic ...etc . yes i am happy . no i tried 3 LS 460's . one 2007 , and two 2008's . they were combo platters of camry's and avalon's with a sprinkling of fairy dust . mitchell rowe happy thanksgiving

Lexus LS 460 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: looking for info from someone who have purchase a 08 ls 460 recently [esstookaytd]

  Written by: rgsw on Nov 12, 2008 6:37:02 PM

  Lexus of Albuquerque, NM had two Black on Black, 2008 LS460s left this past Sunday. They are loaded at $72K and $76K if memory serves me correctly. On Halloween, I purchased a white 2008 LS460 without Mark Levenson, but with Nav. MSRP was $68,700 and traded in a 2006 LS 430 with 15K miles. Good Luck on your quest.

Lexus LS 460 Lease Questions

• Re: [viperxgtx2000]

  Written by: tbrook on Oct 3, 2008 11:24:39 AM

  2008 Lexus LS 460 is $950 incluyding tax

• Re: Lease Lexus 460 [tasl]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 29, 2008 6:33:28 AM

  Hi tasl. I am sure that either myself or another community member would be happy to work up a sample lease payment on the car that you are interested in for you. However, in order for us to do so, we need you to provide the full MSRP and approximate selling price of the car that you are interested in. You can look up this car's MSRP and True Market Value ... Read More

Lexus LS 460/LS 460L News, Views and Opinions

• 2009 LS460

  Written by: rennybosch on Sep 10, 2008 5:28:33 PM

  Here is the first info I have found about the 2009 model: blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2008/09/lexus-ls-460-ge.html Nothing new except AWD option.

Lexus LS 460 Owner Experiences

• Re: LS 460 Wind Noise - the downfall of Lexus [jmcraney]

  Written by: wabends on Aug 25, 2008 4:57:11 PM

  Does anyone think it is appropriate for Lexus to release the 460 without checking the wind noise problem on the driver's side? That is very "unLexus-like". I have had my 460 for about 3 months now and it still boggles my mind that I have to put a duct tape on a >$70K vehicle to avoid the whining noise!!!! Yikes, Lexus needs to do something fast to avoid eroding the customer ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Comfort Plus Package on LS 460 SWB

  Written by: dallaspatent on Jun 15, 2008 7:46:13 AM

  I want to buy a new 2008 LS460 (SWB). I want a black exterior. Prefer a cashmere or light interior but will accept gray. I have zero interest in any options except the Comfort Plus package (to get the rear seat side airbags - I have small children). I'm in Dallas, but can go elsewhere for the car. I'm in no rush at all - I can easily wait 6 months ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Lease Questions

• Re: June MF and Residuals [oghowie]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 11, 2008 3:32:27 AM

  Hi oghowie. You never mentioned how long you want to lease this car for or what mileage allowance you need. For now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease with 15,000 miles per year. Let me know if you want something different. According to the latest information that I have seen, Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 08 vs. 07 LS

  Written by: wabends on Apr 25, 2008 7:44:50 PM

  In the past, I have always sought suggestions from this forum before making a purchase and it has been very helpful. I need suggestions and recommendations from our knowledgeable members about a decision that I have to make soon. So I am back seeking more advice. Below are LS 460 models that I am considering; Vehicle I: 2007 LS 460 with approx. 8000 miles; Comfort plus; Intuitive Parking Assist/Navigation system/Mark Levinson/Advanced ... Read More

2008 Lexus LS 460/460L

• Advice Requested - Lexus LS 460 vs BMW 535xi

  Written by: theo529 on Mar 24, 2008 10:37:55 AM

  Posted this on both the BMW 535xi and Lexus LS 460 forums Would like any advice in decision between buying a BMW 535xi which pros are 4 wheel drive, lower cost, better for Minnesota weather. Versus a Lexus LS 460 which is bigger, nicer interior, rear wheel drive, 99 on consumer reports, reliable, more room in the cabin. Is the wind noise of the LS460 a big problem - did it ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Lease Questions

• pricing for lexus

  Written by: traube on Feb 18, 2008 6:09:10 AM

  ocautoseeker i need your advice.have been offered 2008 ls 460SWB for 7500 off MSRP in florida.I have bought 3 lexus in ny-rockville lexus in past and they tell me that is impossible-they will take 4500 off MSRP. What is the real price for the 2008 LS 460-I am willing to drive the car from florida if it is legit.What are others paying for the car?Are they really taking 7500 below MSRP ... Read More

2008 Lexus LS 460/460L

• Re: 08 LS 460 wind noise [kbls460]

  Written by: cyclone4 on Dec 19, 2007 7:53:43 PM

  The wind noise issue was a problem on some SWB models and mostly early on in the production. However, I have heard of a few problems even later. I believe that Lexus has found a fix for those that have had a problem. I can tell you this much. Both ljflx and myself have had zero wind noise problem. It is incredibly quiet. We both have the LWB. What a car!! ... Read More

Lexus LS 460 Lease Questions

• Re: 460 LS 2008 LEASE [lmsportz]

  Written by: ocautoseeker on Dec 27, 2007 7:37:16 PM

  Based on current Lexus Financial money factors, residuals and assuming a cap cost around $2500 over invoice (based on a vehicle that MSRP's at around $69k) you're looking at between $950-$1000/mo with drive offs only. Again, this is just a ballpark... and it's assuming a base model with no additional items such as chrome rims, window tinting, etc. If you have an exact car picked out and know the MSRP, I ... Read More

• Re: Current MF and Residual for 48 & 60 Month lease [sprinkler13]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 28, 2007 2:49:29 AM

  Hi sprinkler13. A 48 month lease of this car is a much better idea than a 60 month lease for a number of reasons. First, Lexus' special lease money factors are only available for up to a maximum of 48 months. Also, 5 years is a long time to be committed to one vehicle. A lot can change over that period of time. You could want a new vehicle because your ... Read More

• Re: MF for December to Remember 2007 for Lexus LS 460 L [roman7]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 28, 2007 2:34:47 AM

  Hello roman7. In the areas that I have seen Lexus' December to Remember lease program for, Lexus Financial Services' buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2008 LS 460 L with 15,000 miles per year are .00230 and 50%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its Tier 1+ credit tier. The residual value for a lease with only 12,000 miles per year is ... Read More

• Re: November MF and Residuals?? [sprinkler13]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 28, 2007 2:29:53 AM

  Hi sprinkler13. In the areas that I have seen Lexus' new December to Remember lease program for, Lexus Financial Services' December to Remember buy rate lease money factor for all 2008 LS 460 trim levels is .00230 for leases up to 48 months. This car's residual values vary depending upon how it is equipped, the length of the lease, and its mileage allowance. If you let me know what these variables ... Read More

• MF for December to Remember 2007 for Lexus LS 460 L

  Written by: roman7 on Nov 26, 2007 8:01:15 PM

  Hello Carman! Can you tell what's a money factor in Colorado for 36 or 48 month with 12K or 15 K per year for customers with tier 1 credit on Lexus LS 460 L 2008? Your answer will help a lot! Thank you! :)

• Re: 2008 LS 460 Money factor? [scotomata]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 12, 2007 3:03:44 AM

  Hi scotomata. .00295 is an attractive lease money factor for this model right now. This is much lower than the factors that I have seen being offered by Lexus Financial Services. I wonder if the dealer that you are working with is running your lease through an independent bank instead of LFS. Do you know? Lexus Financial Services' allows consumers to buy down vehicles' money factors by making additional security deposits. ... Read More

• Re: Current 2008 LS460 Residual/Money Factor [jrunco]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 12, 2007 3:00:21 AM

  You're very welcome, jrunco. I am glad that you enjoy this discussion so much. Lexus is not currently providing any lease support on the 2008 LS 460. That means that if you want to lease one through Lexus Financial Services' right now, you will have to use its standard lease program. I believe that LFS' buy rate standard lease money factor varies somewhat by region, but it should be around .00275 ... Read More

• 2008 LS 460 Money factor?

  Written by: scotomata on Oct 12, 2007 12:01:17 AM

  Being offered a 2008 LS 460 with MF of .00295 with a residual of .44 for 48 months. Is this the current best Lexus offer? Can you also buy down this money factor with multiple security deposits?

Lexus LS 460/LS 460L News, Views and Opinions

• Re: Wind Noise problem [tricky73]

  Written by: rennybosch on Sep 30, 2007 6:19:58 PM

  It's in the "2008 Lexus LS 460/460L" topic, post #21.

2008 Lexus LS 460/460L

• Re: 2008 arrival [atlas7]

  Written by: mitchellrowe on Sep 30, 2007 2:56:31 PM

  mr. atlas7 : i spent 2000 miles on my 2007 ls 460 swb last november ( 1 year ago ) . i was a lexus fan and collector . i had a mishap in the '07 , and blamed the shortcoming of the car . it was one of very early builds . yes , i really "feel " there is a difference between the early '07 and the '08 . ... Read More

• Re: 2008 arrival [stackemhigh]

  Written by: mitchellrowe on Sep 30, 2007 11:16:25 AM

  mr. stackemhigh : friday . september 28 - 2007 , lexus of cherry hill received theirfirst 2008 ls . it was a ls460 swb , mercury silver with light grey leather , and grey wood . i drove the car extensively , and found NO WIND NOISE , NO GRABBY BRAKES , AN IMPROVED SATELLITE RADIO , A MUCH HEAVIER ROAD FEEL - INCLUDING A TIGHTER STEERING ACTION . i bought ... Read More

Lexus LS 460/LS 460L News, Views and Opinions

• Wind Noise problem

  Written by: djmarcus on Sep 28, 2007 8:54:50 AM

  I read with great interest of the 'wind noise problem'. I am getting ready to lease (3 yrs) a 2008 LS/460 (this will be the 11th Lexus in my family over the years). I've been an LS driver since 1990 and truthfully noise was never a problem. I've even had a client once ask me if my LS was electric! - it was so quiet So, is there a problem with ... Read More

• Poor service from Pohanka Lexus

  Written by: atlas7 on Sep 22, 2007 6:49:34 AM

  Speaking of poor service, let me tell you about Pohanka Lexus. I placed an order on July 5th, for a 2008 LS 460 SWB. At that point, the sales person explicitly told me, "you will have the car late/September or early October." A few weeks ago in Mid September I inquired about the delivery date of my car. The Sales Mgr. has no idea, does some research and comes back and ... Read More

2008 Lexus LS 460/460L

• Re: 2008 Changes [pat]

  Written by: knowspinzone on Jul 19, 2007 5:12:00 PM

  I don't know how they fixed it on the assembly line. Since I never had the noise, I really don't know where it was coming from. I've read that it was coming from the outside mirror. I've also read that Lexus dealers are installing laminated glass on earlier SWB's, but to me this is unfortunate because it simply masks the noise rather correcting the cause of it. My LS 460 SWB ... Read More

Lexus LS 460/LS 460L News, Views and Opinions

• Re: LS 460 - Special Order Delivery Time [gary44]

  Written by: knowspinzone on Mar 18, 2007 4:27:39 PM

  Gary, please keep us posted because I am very interested in hearing about your experience. I just ordered mine two weeks ago because I wanted a specific color combo and specific options, including the Pre-Collision and Dynamic Cruise Control (which appears to be non-existent in cars sent to the Northeast). The dealer told me 3-4 months which puts it in the June/July time frame. I was thinking myself if I should ... Read More

Lexus LS 460/LS 460L: First Drives

• Re: Drove one today [oac]

  Written by: ljflx on Oct 27, 2006 5:12:22 PM

  OAC - It was actually $69K. I made a typo there. It had the ML, Nav, comfort package and the parking assist. Don't remember exact figure but was something like $69,750 give or take. Most of the SWB cars are coming over equipped like this, at least over here. I went there early this morning because they get very busy on a Friday and I had each car for about 25 ... Read More

Lexus LS 460/LS 460L Styling Impressions

• Re: houdini1 [nexuslexus]

  Written by: excelsior88 on Oct 16, 2006 4:21:04 PM

  So far we have second-hand (journalist) statements, who say that Lexus reps have told them AWD LS 460's are in the near future, but there is no guarantee that the LS 460 AWD will come out for the 2007-2008 time frame. That is the earliest possibility... Good luck on your decision!

• Possibly new information on LS600hL (long.. sorry)

  Written by: nexuslexus on Sep 11, 2006 5:26:48 PM

  Here is what may be new information on the LS600hL. Lexus 2008 LS 600h L: World's First Full Hybrid V8 Luxury Sedan Joins All-New Fourth-Generation LS 460 and LS 460 L 09/12/2006 Torrance, CA September 12, 2006 - Torrance, CA - Unveiled at the 2006 New York International Automobile Show, Lexus' all-new 2008 LS 600h L hybrid luxury sedan is scheduled to arrive in spring 2007. The all-wheel-drive LS 600h L ... Read More

• Re: More reviews of the LS460 [oac]-LS should price head-to-head with 7,A8 [stevekilburn] [oac] [garyh1] [oac] [garyh1] [oac]

  Written by: garyh1 on Aug 29, 2006 7:40:22 AM

  But, a consolation is that the MY 2008 releases will include AWD on the 460, and maybe Lexus will permit the sport trim by then as well... That's what I thought. If I had to guess now, I would say my next car will be an '09 AWD SWB LS460, with Sport/Touring package if available. By that time my current LS will be 4 years old, and prices on the AWD ... Read More

• Re: More reviews of the LS460 [oac]-LS should price head-to-head with 7,A8 [stevekilburn] [oac] [garyh1] [oac] [garyh1]

  Written by: oac on Aug 28, 2006 11:43:03 PM

  Anyone know if we will be able to get those on SWB? Unfortunately, as the current packaging stands, this option is NOT available for the SWB trim But, a consolation is that the MY 2008 releases will include AWD on the 460, and maybe Lexus will permit the sport trim by then as well...

High End Luxury Cars

• Lexus future plans\models

  Written by: lexusguy on Aug 21, 2006 5:13:21 PM

  Some interesting information from Automotive news, particularly in regards to the SUVs: IS: "A convertible was expected to debut when the coupe arrived. But Lexus is worried that its planned convertible may not succeed in a world of hard-top convertibles. The model may be sent back to the drawing board, forcing a delay. Lexus executives downplay reports of a V-8, saying the big engine would kill the car's handling - not ... Read More

Lexus LS 460/LS 460L Styling Impressions

• Automotive News Report

  Written by: dc661 on Aug 21, 2005 7:17:32 AM

  An update from Automotive News regarding 2007 LS: "Lexus executives say the fall of 2006 will be like 1989, when Lexus and the LS were launched in the US. They are confident that the redesigned 2007 LS 460 flagship will once again take the luxury segment by storm." They also confirm: 7 speed transmission AWD will be an option Hybrid will arrive in 2008 model year (power of 6-liter engine with ... Read More