1997 Lexus LS 400 Review
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1997 Lexus LS 400 appraisal values can range from $556 - $1,968.
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Edmunds' Expert Review
- Impeccable construction, superb sound system, ultra quiet, powerful, perfect interior
- With nothing to complain about, it's kind of dull
Consumer reviews
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Most helpful consumer reviews
rickster81,12/31/2003
Coach 4dr Sedan
I wasn't really looking at the LS400
when searching for another used car
after a major car accident where my 97
Camry was crushed. But after one test
drive, I knew the LS400 was it. Being
only 29 years old, my wife still chides
me that I'm driving an 'old man' car.
But the fact of the matter is, the
LS400 is a feature rich luxury machine
that was affordable for me and at the
same time offered some prestige with a
long list of standard features. I hope
to drive this car up to 250K miles and
then i'll be another Lexus... why pay
for a Benz when you get all that luxury
and comfort in a Lexus for half the
price?
happy59,06/07/2012
4dr Sedan
Purchased car in January of 2011 for $3800. It is very reliable. If you don't want to worry about being stranded or expensive repairs, this car is for you. You must be ready to pay for premium fuel but other than that it is a great car. Better to buy used than new and better to buy used from a rich person than from a poor person. Good luck.
Phil57,12/03/2004
Coach 4dr Sedan
For reliability, performance, comfort, impressing clients and safe transportation for children (son & buddies are now 7) my 97 LS 400 is unsurpassed in value and stress-free driving despite the premium you pay for driving and servicing the best car on the road. I purchased it used for $35K with 45,000 miles, qualified for a new car 5 year loan with my insurance company, now has 97,000 miles, would not hesitate to buy a used 97 model. Expect typical parts turnover as car ages, my experience so far is 1) new starter $1,600; 2) replacement valve for power steering $1,000. Lexus service is excellent, expensive, you get another Lexus for loaner, worth every penny!
deezeer55,12/18/2012
4dr Sedan
This car is absolutely amazing. I have owned it since 2003 and the most major problem we ever had was replacing the fuel pump ($350). We got it with 25k miles and now it has 125k. We also have a 2010 TL and I still love driving my classic around. The LS is sooo smooth and so comfortable that I havent drove many like it. She still runs like a beast and I hope she runs for years to come. Really a great and reliable car. Thanks Lexus!!!