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Owner since she was born in 1994
sinatra49, 04/24/2012
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
This baby still gets looks! I Leased it brand new and purchased her outright after the lease was up. Fabulous vehicle. A little tight inside but she's still a rocket when need-be with just 35k on her. The leather is starting to dry out and the seams are splitting in spots but she's a beauty. I only let the folks at Lexus service her and am asked every time if I'd like to sell her.."no shot"!. I've been through dozens of new vehicles over the years but this one still remains in my driveway like a showpiece in a museum. Am I in love with this car?....You can bet your Mercedes..Just her and I forever!
Impressed!
Dana, 02/03/2010
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 180,000 miles and I can say that it really doesn't know it has this many miles on it! I've owned cars that after hitting 70- 80 mph, the steering wheel would start to vibrate. Not this Lexus. I've hit 90 and it runs so smoothly! WoW! I've heard rumors of the engine lasting up to 400-500K. I may, just may test this out! I'm already half- way there! expected problems include A/C display burned out, dash lights stay dark when cold, then comes back on when car warms up.(you can fix this yourself!) driver power window switch can wind down rear window, but not back up! Use rear switch to wind back up. Overall, for it's age, (16 years) I'm VERY impressed!
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1994 LEXUS LS400
1994 Lexus LS400, 10/29/2010
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought this LS in Oct '97 with 38K miles on it. Has 161K in 2010. Best car I've ever owned! At 116K - Traction Control needed replacement. At 160K -- problems with power steering and rear suspension. BUT -- that was it for 13 great years! Smooth, quiet, got 27 MPG on 2500 mile Midwest road trip!
Still running strong
nadolap, 11/11/2010
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just bought Mine and purrs like a kitten with the roar of a lion when needed. Smooth comfortable power, seats a little uncomfortable. electronic issues but did research found great affordable repairs or instructions. Dash lights don't come on when cold, can mail instrument cluster to a gentleman on EBAY $95, dealership wanted $1200, reverse light out sensor stayed on apply brake and reverse light lighted up, 40 cent repair wires broke near left trunk hinge (white and red from opening closing trunk) 16 years old and love it!
Spoiled Forever
Joan, 07/15/2005
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought this car used in '96 after shopping around. Our first priority was comfortable ride, which the LS400 won hands down. After 9 years it's still a dream. For many cars, 9 years this would be the end of the lifespan but this Lexus is still in the prime of life. Yes, a few things are "sagging"--I've had brake problems and power steering fluid issues but that's it & it keeps on purring down the road. I'm always loading it up with plants and construction materials & thinking "Is this the way to treat a luxury car?" But let's be honest: what other car would be this smooth, this quiet, for this money? I have a feeling it's going to outlast me.
Elegance and comfort
Jason, 08/06/2015
updated 08/09/2016
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
As someone in their early 20's my only complaint is that I would prefer a little bit of a stiffer ride for cornering. But then again, I'm sure when Lexus made this car their target audience wasn't 20-something year olds. That being said, this is the best car I've ever owned and I'm so satisfied that I plan to keep it for as long as possible. I own a mercedes that is 1 year newer and has less miles and it doesn't even compare to the comfort, quality, and dependability of my Lexus. I bought the car from the second owner, both owners were elderly and kept fantastic care of the car, and I plan to do the same.
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Best Car I've Ever Owned
birdman63, 02/08/2014
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased my LS 400 Anniversary Edition Oct 2013 with only 47k from a 70 year old lady who bought it brand new. The car was still in showroom new condition with every option available and shows hardly any wear. This car drives like a dream and turns more heads than my 2013 Nissan 370Z. You guessed it, the Z is spending a lot of time in the garage. The only problem is the instrument cluster not lighting up until the car warms up so I know the car has a more miles on it than the odometer shows but I'm not worried because I will never, ever, ever, ever sell this gem.. I have contacted the guy on EBAY that repairs them and will be getting it to him soon. What the heck...I paid $6500 for it.
"One of the best cars ever made!"
Brian W, 07/13/2008
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the best car I have ever owned. The build quality and reliability of the LS400 are unmatched. It does not have the best acceleration in it's class due to the weight of the vehicle, but it's a luxury car. My friends always comment on how nice the car is and the price I bought it for. I want to run the car 'till it dies... which will be a long time.
Driver's Review
jason789, 09/13/2002
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
What can I say? It's a Lexus. I love the car but was a little disappointed with the way the driver seat feels. It's a little too firm. Maintenance is very high yet it appears to be worth it if I can drive the car for another couple of years.
ENJOY IT FOREVER!
THOMAS KUPIETZ, 05/11/2004
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my LS400 in april of 2004. I got a great deal on it because they didn't want to fix a/c display that went out, which is pretty coslty and common failure on these cars that occurs after years. I heard from my friend technician that there are a few Ls400s still running strong around 500k miles particularly in California! And as for the maintenance those Ls400s can last on the original timing belt at 200k miles and still run as if it was brand new. Nevertheless above, I don't encourage those Ls400s owners to neglect their machines and try it.
Drives like a Rolls Royce, maintains like a Toyota
Miles, 12/30/2017
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My 1994 LS400 has just 156k on the ODO yet it drives like its brand new. The ride comfort beats a 95’ Mercedes E320, 06’ Acura RDX, 07’ Honda Accord, and is comparable if not smoother than a fully loaded 2012 Range Rover. Smooth roads feel like your hovering, rough roads feel smooth, and broken roads have a slight few bumps to them...the ride comfort on this vehicle is one of the best on the market. I’ve read that ppl have preferred this over a 2000 Mercedes Benz and countless Cadillacs. The shift points are hard if not impossible to notice, the steering is buttery smooth, and the acceleration is instant for a heavy 90s sedan. If you want to drive a Rolls Royce but won’t ever have a chance like most ppl...get this car, it is the closest thing you’ll get to it for less than 5-10k, hands down.
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And I almost sold it.
knowonder, 04/29/2009
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
To think I almost sold it. The dealership told me the engine was just getting broken in at 150k miles. I went to test drive other new vehicles and returned disappointed and confirmed. I wasn't selling. It drives phenomenally, comfortably, always the same. You just feel good in it. New cars barely offer the amenities that I have in this car (new Lexus aside).
Better than a Mercedes
Jerry Y, 12/17/2004
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have owned many luxury/performance cars, this is my second Lexus, they are the best, excellent power, fuel economy. Fun to drive, great $$ value!!
I love this car
Forcewinds AZ, 11/10/2003
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is excellent. Its a rock. Extremely comfortable, and I feel safe. Classy but understated. Smooth quiet ride. My husband appreciates that it doesn't know the difference between 70mph and 90mph. I am ruined for lesser cars, which is practically all of them.
Just a Fabulous Car
DantheMan, 03/04/2004
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this back in 96 just off lease and I couldn't be happier. The quality of this car is amazing. At 98,000 miles it runs flawlessly. I have never put a penny into it due to breakdown, however the maintenance is not cheap. Small problems include a trunk lock that no longer works, and an occasional need to open the gas tank with the hidden cable. The dashboard lights sometimes require the car to warm up before illuminating. The car car is solid a a rock, extremely reliable and I'd buy another but..why? It seems like it will last forever.
One Of The Best Cars Ever Built
LS Man, 06/16/2007
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is a miracle. It's 1994 and it still has some options better then 2007 cars. I like it. No noise, no vibrations even at 6000 rpm. The interior is high quality. I have never seen a car last this way. The Lexus has a powerful engine, 250hp, rear wheel drive, some of them are equipped with traction control, adaptive air suspension, excellent sound system.
road hog
Trav, 01/16/2003
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I drove this car 3000 miles in 3 days,it did not miss a beat,with 108000 miles on it,did not burn a drop of oil,got 24 miles to the gallon and was driven speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour.I have michelin pilot tires on it,the ride is smooth and quite.This is a nine year old car.
Oldie but Goody
Doogie, 04/18/2008
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The key to owning a 14 year old car is being able to do much of the maintenance without going to a dealer. When I got this car with 97,000 miles, it was obvious that the previous owner, a one owner, gave up replacing burned out lights and such. They had three brake jobs in 45,000 miles-the dealer took them for a scam by never replacing the rotor-just grinding them down to nothing. I love this car. My only major repair was the timing belt/water pump for $1,300. I know that the next problem will be the power steering pump/alternator disaster. When you own a car like this, you need to go to a Lexus forum-it will save you a bundle. The smoothest riding car I have ever owned. Period.
Lexus LS 400
bigrin, 10/21/2002
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
An outstanding engineered vehicle. Have an Acura now and the Lexus is just as top quality. Gas fuel economy is great especially on the highway. Ride is outstanding. Firm but fun to drive. Very tight, quality through and through.
Always Better than BMW
LLR, 10/07/2003
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
While it's getting dated as far as features go, the 94 Lexus LS400 is still a solid, superior built sedan. It has a smooth, quiet ride, responsive handling and excellent reliability. I have had no problems with this vehicle except for routine maintenance and expected replacements.
Great
dale hamlin, 04/28/2004
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
best used car i ever got. owned many cars but this tops the list.
Just buy it.
ccf913, 03/27/2003
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had approx. 4 mos. Bought w/127k & now have 130k. Fixed the power steering leak, changed front brakes & had 120k tune-up. Had to de-hoopty-ize it: removed window tint, chrome 17" wheels, phone antenna & bracket, faded gold emblems, cracked gear shift wood panel, fixed driver's side dr lock switch, patched leather seat. Car looks & runs great, no rattles or squeaks. Excluding the power steering issue & the broken dr lock switch, rest was cosmetic chgs for my taste. Those 2 were design flaws that are expected in 90-94 LS400s. Best car I've ever had. 9 yr old car & drives much better than friend's new Intrigue. Fun to drive!
No problems
Mr. B, 04/27/2003
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has been incredible to me. I have never had to have it serviced or worked on, outside of scheduled maintenance, because it never breaks down. It is incredibly reliable and I can trust it on the longest trips.
Am I the only one???
gwb, 04/08/2003
1994 Lexus LS 400 4dr Sedan
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I really like the car when it is running.I have had many problems with this car's electrical system, such as corrosion, failed computer chips, lights constantly burning out, power failures (partial and complete), LED displays going out on the clock and climate control, etc.... I have also had to replace brakes at a much higher rate, my front seat has broken. I was told after one electrical failure by the dealer " It's not our fault! you bought a luxury car with so many options you should expect failures, it overloads the system." I have also maintained my car above Lexus specs. Am I the only one to ever have problems with the car and it's dealers?