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It feels more expensive than it is
Ibsig, 12/23/2004
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great compromise between road performance and luxury. Doesn't handle quite like the TL, but it's far more pleasing to sit in. Probably an unfair generalization, but if you are under 40, you buy the TL--if you are over 45, you buy the ES330. If you are 40 to 45, you're on your own.
Outstanding 2005 ES 330 with 48K miles
MJW, 11/19/2008
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've had my ES 330 for 3 months and have made one rather lengthy trip, plus drive to work every day. I haven't experienced the transmission problems that others have. The navigation system that many complain about is fine. Read the manual and plan ahead. I agree the cup holders leave a lot to be desired. The sound system is great, but I wish the CD changer was in the dash. As for gas mileage - on my 1500+ mile trip I averaged 28.65 MPG, which includes driving into some heavy head wind - average speed 70+. Not a sexy car, but I am glad a made this purchase. Perhaps I just got lucky?
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Frustrated by Lexus
Ray Wiese, 04/22/2006
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I've been wholeheartedly disappointed with the ownership experience. Dealer "acknowledges my problems" but states "Lexus has no technical fix". Problems are transmission surging when accelerating from a near stop (say, 5 mph) following speed humps or in stop/start traffic - caused by computer controlled throttle and wind noise from driver's mirror. Also, dash & door rattles that come and go depending upon outside temperature. From a brand ranked by many as being of high customer satisfactory rating, I personally have been wholeheartedly disappointed with the ownership experience. I truly want to love this care but remain frustrated with Lexus and Toyota. Expected more for the money.
DON'T BUY A 2005 MODEL
Tamra Parks, 08/08/2008
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have the same issues as others with the transmission and it drives me crazy. I complained at the 5,000 mile checkup and the dealership told me, "We know about this common complaint, but you will get used to it." In other words, too bad. My car has 63,000 miles and I have not gotten used to it. So I will never buy another Lexus because of it. This is my second one. Also, the cup holder is so flimsy that it broke and they want $380 to fix it. The quality is equivalent to what you would find in a $10,000 car.
Love it!
Kathy, 03/06/2009
2005 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love this car! Bought this car last summer after driving an Acura TL. I have always loved the classy look of a Lexus car...I get compliments all the time on my car (it's white). Drive is quiet & feels great, have had no mechanical issues at all. The cup holder is my only complaint--it's not deep enough and you have to hold on to the cup so it doesn't tip over. Otherwise, LOVE IT!