Used 2005 Lexus LS 430 Consumer Reviews
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"Downgraded" to an LS 430 but best upgrade ever!
Happy Owner, 05/24/2017
2005 Lexus LS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I traded in an almost new Lexus GX470 for a 2005 Lexus Ls 430 and it was one of the best decisions I've made! The LS430 is truly head and shoulders above the GX (albeit a different category of vehicle altogether). I've owned various lexus models (GX, SC, ES), but this is my favorite yet. The quality and comfort of this vehicle is amazing. I'm disappointed that Lexus has lost a lot of the quality over the past few years. I was considering a new LS, but honestly the quality of the new model isn't the same (even if it has a number of advanced features to offset the difference in quality). I looked for the best condition LS43s0 I could find and ended up finding one that looked brand new inside and out with only 26k miles and one owner. Money wasn't a factor in trading in the GX (I just never could get myself to love it), but walking away with $20k+ as part of the trade in was definitely nice. I'm even considering looking for and buying another equally well kept LS430 to store to replace this one when it's seen more use. However, knowing about the legendary reliability of this car, that may not happen anytime soon. If you are thinking about buying one, don't hesitate. Cars just aren't produced like this anymore.
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Awesome Ride
Mike, 08/01/2015
2005 Lexus LS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 6A)
19 of 22 people found this review helpful
I've purchased my 2005 LS 430 with 48,000 and it is now at 167,000. In that time I had no issues until this past year (needed a new alternator $390 and the thermastat was old and it damage the radiator hose $700). Since those issues were fixed the car rides like its brand new. I read a few other reviews and noticed when a car is serviced by lexus only, the car has major issues. Dealerships are similar to printer companies (HP, Epson etc.) lexus make there money from the service portion just like printers make there money from the ink sales. Lexus are professionals in getting you to return with an issue and will charge you 3 to 4 times the money! Stay away from dealerships and find a good local mechanic that will treat you with respect!
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Cert. pre-owned the way to go
Jay, 08/16/2009
2005 Lexus LS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Just bought a used 05' LS 430 (55k miles), tremendous condition and certified through Lexus (3yr/100k bumper to bumper warranty). Wow! what a car! Previously owned a Porsche. Different types of vehicles, but the LS is an overall winner. 24- 26 mpg on the highway, tons of space, baby seat in back and front passenger can still stretch out. Quiet, powerful, smooth as silk ride. An 05' LS more reliable than most brand new vehicles. Major head turner. Would highly recommend one.
BEST CAR IVE EVER DRIVEN
JOHN, 10/24/2019
updated 10/26/2020
2005 Lexus LS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This luxery vehicle all but drives itself. So smooth you cant feel railroad tracks. Sound system hard to believe. I purchased the car when it had 90,000 on the clock and it drives better than new. i love the thing.
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Best... Hands down
B-Pak, 06/17/2005
2005 Lexus LS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Guys, I drove everything... From Benz to Jaguar. Nothing has the quality, class, luxury, or reliability of the Lexus. The car sounds like it's off while you driving on the freeway, it's that quiet! This is hands down the best sedan on the market today. Sorry to the benz, BMW and jag loyalists out there. The Lexus is the king.
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