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Great Car
Doris, 06/22/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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I read all reviews about this car prior to purchasing it. All of them are true. Despite its Camry look, the interior is superior and luxurious. It rides better than BMW 325. Most cars come with package 1 or 2. Go with package 2 (everything but the navigational system).I got mine at slightly below $31K (package 2). It worths every penny.
Fun to Drive!
Dave, 06/30/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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This is the most fun to drive of any vehicle I have owned - and I have owned a lot of them at age 71. I find it responsive and a joy. I drive mostly highway miles and really like the gas milage - beats my 2002 Honda Accord by 15%.
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Lexus Review
Dave Migliori, 07/05/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Great Car. Very Quiet. Rich looking interior. More room inside than the BMW 330. With front wheel drive and four snow tires this car performed very well in the snow. Much better value than my BMW 528i.
My Car
Laura Jones, 07/29/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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This is the second Lexus I have owned.They are dependable, easy to keep clean, good mileage, and sharp looking. The sound system with the controls on the wheel easy to use. I
love it
robinsutom, 07/30/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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I have had my lexus for only 2 weeks and I love it. Everything about it says luxury. I had a Buick Roadmaster for 12 years and was looking for a car with the same smooth ride the roadmaster had. The ES330 out did all my expectations. Bumps in the road are hardly felt.
Lexus for Life
Pat Suits, 07/31/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Most comfortable vehicle ever owned. Does everything but steer itself. No matter where I go, people of all ages stare at the car as tho it is some rare one-million dollar vehicle. Front seats are extremely excellent for people with back problems. Car rides so smooth, I believe you could run over a semi & not feel a single bump. Will never consider buying anything but a Lexus from now on.
Not Perfect, but Close
Dpech, 07/30/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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I was looking for comfort not performance and got exactly what I was seeking. The car is exceptionally smooth and quiet. I was a bit disappointed that Bluetooth and Satelite Radio are not standard - I bet this will change in the next year or two. I wanted the nav system because I'm a gadget junkie but I really do use it and it works well. I have the ventillated seats and the heating part works well but the ventillated part doesn't have a very strong blower so it is hard to notice the impact. The transmission shifting is a fairly serious issue particularly if you do a lot of stop and go driving. For cruising on the highway this is a hard car to beat!
Fantastic Car
NewLexusDrvr, 07/30/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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A fantastic car. I can't say enough for it. Makes me happy just driving even in L.A. traffic. With this car you can't go wrong. I have had nothing but pleasure with the soft ride and the power when needed. The voice activated navigation is fantastic.
Best Ride of a Lifetime
Eddie, 08/01/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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This car is only for the young at heart who wants pure affordable luxury. It performs and drives like a dream and your neighbors will envy you from the first time they see you pull it into your garage. The mileage per gallon is very accurate.
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max22, 08/02/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Great luxury car. Great value for price paid, with a much better repair record. Car drives, and handles as well or better than Mercedes E320, and BMW525.
Great car
TimSmith, 08/20/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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This car has everything I wanted. I bought my car fully loaded and I must say I am glad that I did. The variable suspension and stability control are nice options. This car has no transmission problems and rides real nice.
Great Car
Ross, 09/07/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Maybe the best car I have ever owned. Like the navigation system and quiet ride. Out of the 30 some cars I have owned this is the first time I have really had to study the drivers manual to figure out how to work everything. To someone who is not computer experienced I would imagine the navigation system would be a bit of a challange. MPG has ranged from 15 in town to high 20's on the road. Doesn't have sports car performance but has plenty of "go" for an old guy like me. However, even my grandson liked it.
One Fantastic Car
David, 09/07/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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The ES 330 rides like a dream. And don't be fooled, the get-up and go is there whenever called upon. The exterior design is classic, and the interior is simply georgous. Mileage is fair, and it runs on regular fuel - no small consideration these days.
The BEST CAR
j, 09/17/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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The interior is so elegant, so simple, so clean. The looks are very sharp and it runs very well. Transmission and engine are spectacular.
Very nice car
Carter, 10/07/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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This is a very smooth driving auto. I've taken it on several out of town trips and the NAV system gets me right to the door. I can't wait to move up to the LS 430 in a few years. I love the luxury feel this car provides.
Nice car
Joe, 11/14/2005
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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This is quite a nice car! It has a comfy interior with a nice GPS, and is quiet like Lexus is supposed to be. I don't really enjoy the jerks this car gives me, but other than that, it's great.
I'll Buy Another
Phil, 03/11/2007
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Everything I had hoped for. Although routine maintenance is a bit pricey, the resale value alone makes up the difference.
Soft Paint?
Jim, 04/16/2007
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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My ES 330 has had no problems in 40,000 miles of driving, and its Black Garnet color gets many compliments. However, small hairline scratchs in the paint have appeared after taking the car thru brushless car washes, including the car wash used by the Lexus dealer. A factory representative has been contacted to find out how to fix the current scratches and prevent future ones. Otherwise I consider the car to be a good value as a luxury sedan.
Great ride
moody1g, 03/16/2008
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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I have only owned this used Lexus for a week but would recommend it to anyone. For a three year old car with 43,000 on the odometer I am impressed. The absolute bank vault solidity of this car is amazing. This is my first Lexus and I would absolutely get another.
So here's the deal...
Greenespace, 05/14/2008
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Overall, it's a great and reliable car. The pluses include a quiet ride, extreme reliability, plenty of legroom, and an excellent stereo, even if it's just the premium, not the Mark Levinson version. The biggest negative I can think of is that the transmissions in these cars are awful in lower gears. You WILL be jerked around, especially if you are rolling at low speeds and then accelerate. However, other than that, an excellent buy and a car that is hard to go wrong with.
awesomee
awesome, 02/19/2017
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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awesome , my first lexus. ive owned many bmw, mercedes, porsche , volvo. you cant beat the price and build quality and reliability. once in the car its so quiet, all sound outside is blocked out taking all the stress out of driving. the ride smooth ,nice just like a cadillac. you have to get used to the way it drives and how its geared so plot your coarse but awesome. great gas mileage , meant for long distance for sure. very safe. im going to buy one for my wife , love it.
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250k miles and going strong
Rich Blackman, 12/08/2021
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Love this car. Obviously changed out wear and tear parts but it’s maintaining gas mileage and repairs are way cheaper than my Mercedes’ S Class
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Slow acceleration and bad MPG
Brandon S, 10/19/2022
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Bought a 17 years old 2005 ES330. This car has only 51,000 miles on it. I am 60 years old and I have to admit that the transmission is hesitated and slow acceleration from stop. But once on the high speed, the car runs well and the cabin is still quiet. The MPG is also pretty bad. It took me a month to get use to it. If you like fast acceleration, Don't buy this car.
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Pierre Dimanche, 01/24/2023
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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ITs an older car but one of the best drivers I have had. I am in sales and reliability and smooth ride is important. I expected it might be a little underpowered but this car really is really fast for a 6 cylinder.
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