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Used 1994 Lexus ES 300 Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Great high-mileage starter car

Patrick G, 12/19/2016
updated 06/20/2017
1993 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
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Got my '93 ES300 when I was in school 4 years ago with 180,000 miles on her. Now have 228,000 miles and still runs strong. Only "big" repair I had done was swapping out the transmission which put me back about $1500 a year after I bought it. Comfortable interior, great drivetrain that takes all kinds of abuse (as mine had with previous owners...trans went out because it went 180k miles on original fluid) and runs forever with original parts. If you take care of this thing and simply check/change fluids regularly, it will exceed your expectations. Update: the one problem that I've run into with high mileage is suspension bits wearing out. Parts are cheap, but if you have a shop doing all the work or you don't know how to diagnose which piece is causing an issue, you'll probably end up spending a bit tracking down the culprits.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Reliable Luxury!

kris2bgood, 01/17/2010
1993 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
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I purchased my Lexi last Dec. 11, with 152k miles on her and it was an even trade for my V-6 (TRASH!!) '9s Toyota Camry!!! She needed a new alternator ($288, including labor charges) and my next few fixes are valve cover gasket, wheel bearing on driver side (not sure front or back), replacement fog lights, and new p-steering and alternator belt, which are slightly loose. She has a beautiful quiet motor and a serene, tranquil ride. I'd like to give her a good 4 wheel balance soon. Sadly, the previous owner did NOT take good care of her, so I'm cleaning up their mistakes!! Highly recommended for superior reliability and performance!! I'll NEVER part with her! (Unless the wheels fall off!)

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4.75 out of 5 stars

What an awsome veicle

John Lower, 08/24/2004
1993 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love this car. The best auto I have ever owned. This is not a car it's a machine. If you can afford one-buy it.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Endless reliability!!!

Lexus owner 4 life!, 02/10/2010
1993 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I traded my '93 V-6 Camry in on a '93 Lexus ES300 and have been very happy with it. The ride is super quiet and smooth and feels as if I'm in a newer car!! The suspension is nice and soft and absorbs bumps without any harsh ride. It has 153k miles (only 152k at trade-in time)and you'd never know it. It does need some fixes, but does not in any way interfere with the reliability or drivability. Needed repairs: 2 cv axles, new exhaust flexpipe, valve cover gasket and power steering and alternator belts. Possibly new tie rod ends, due to loose, sloppy steering and too much freeplay. These engines never die and can go to 400K with NO problems!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Very reliable with luxury features

Wei Bin Teah, 03/05/2003
1993 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
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Fantastic Car. With a mileage of 126000, the car is still running smoothly without ANY problems. It was imported directly from Japan! The electronic system is very practical and useful. Lexus = Luxury & Reliable

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