Used 1999 Lexus ES 300 Consumer Reviews
Used ES 300 for sale
The oldies are goodies
hawaiitom, 06/03/2010
1999 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We've had this car for over ten years and use it as our second car for my wife to drive once or twice a week. I'd buy a new es-300 in a minute, except the newer ones are an inch too long and have poor rear-quarter vision. Lexus is due out with a redesign of the es-300 in 2012. Hopefully, it'll be better than the current model -- none of the redesigns look as good as our 1999. If you can find one, get it. Edmunds says dealer retail is under 6k -- good luck finding one so cheap!
Reliability Rating?
Esdrvr, 11/21/2008
1999 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Disappointing reliability. I had to replace the transmission (failed solenoid pump) at 150k mi. You have the option of "rebuilding" or "replacing". Lexus wanted $3400 for this, I rebuilt it for a hefty $2600. The "new" 99 tranny is twice as expensive to fix as a 99 Camry due computer chips in the transmission. All 4 struts needed replacing at 150k mi as well. The "check engine" light has proven quite annoying as it appears a few times/yr due to a fuel system anomaly. This automatically disables the Traction control system and a dummy light appears for it as well. 21-23 mpg as I would guess this is standard for a 3 ltr V6. Poor turn radius. Disappointing reliability overall.
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Great, reliable car.
JB So Org Cty, 02/10/2009
1999 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a great car with a nice ride. And the power is surprising for a V6. Very reliable and the highway mileage is great. In town mileage is good for a sedan. It has a smooth ride and is quiet running with just a little wind noise from the window at times. Large trunk space. Leather seats are nice and durable.
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baronface, 03/19/2002
1999 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
driving a lexus is a driver's dream come true. the Coach-leather seats are great (i have lower back pain)and i love the lumbar control on the seat. i have an injury to my hand/arm and the ease in wheeling this baby puts no stress on the injury, provides ease in parking, and performance to pass safely. most of the "bells & whistles" come standard and the size of the trunk is adequate and comes with a first-aid kit. all my friends who own a Lexus all comment on the great service and free car washes you receive at a Lexus dealer. try it, you'll like it! p.s. my driving tends to be city/highway and i generally get 18-22 mpg and 24-26 hwy only.
I will buy another
Kevin, 10/05/2005
1999 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car may not be the sportiest or fastest sedan to drive, but comfort and reliability are excellent. I can't wait to buy my next one but since this just keeps running with no problems, it may be awhile.