Used 2001 Lexus LX 470 Consumer Reviews
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22 Years Later And Still The Best
Andy in Colorado , 07/29/2022
2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought it in 2001. It was, by far, the most expensive car I’d ever bought. I was 37 years old. My kids were young. We live in Colorado. We used it for weekend ski trips, vacations in Canada, daily commutes, hockey games, camping trips, etc., I remember driving it over Berthoud Pass alone during a blizzard that shut us off from the rest of the world for several days. It didn’t flinch. I took it on my first White Rim trip and finally used the AHC for its intended purpose. It hauled our boats and my ancient Airstream up and down I-70 and far beyond. Then it became the kid’s starter car. All three kids drove it. It was wrecked a couple of times - but it kept the kids safe. It endured a couple of Rocky Mountain hail storms. The last one totaled it but we kept driving after the insurance payout. We thought we’d drive it in to the ground but it just won’t quit. It left me stranded one time. The car was fine. The ignition key wore out. Unbelievable. Now all the kids are gone, The LX was showing its age but still ran like new and never leaked a drop. I decided to restore it. New paint and new upholstery. It’s amazing. It’s beautiful. I added a rooftop tent. It’s going back on the White Rim in November. The best vehicle I’ve ever owned. We’re Toyota for life.
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Best so Far
Scott, 08/27/2010
2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Have owned my 2000 LX470 (90,000 miles) for almost a month. It has been the best car I have ever owned by a long shot. The ride and handling are top notch. Not quite as fast as my Denali, but very smooth. It will climb over just about anything too, but you hate to take it off road because it's too good looking to take a chance on scratching it. My only complaints so far is the tiny plastic cover that covers the little window that displays the time and temperature is coming off. Also my moon roof may have a short in it as it takes several tries to get it closed. It also has more buttons in it than any other vehicle I have ever owned. Be prepared to read the owners manual.
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This is an amazing car
Badster Adster, 01/31/2003
2001 Lexus LX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car being my first Lexus ever. I was amazed, this greatly compares to my new 2002 Mercedes SL600... I love the vehicle
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pepe, 04/02/2002
2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been a joy to own. The couple of minor cosmetic defects were addressed immediately by the service department and covered under warranty. The acceleration is outstanding and the ride is wonderful.
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lexus lx 470, 04/09/2010
2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Purchased new in April of 2000 .I drive this Lexus very little, has been garaged all its life. Now has 79,900 miles. At 66,780 suspension went out,,cost to repair $2600 + in 2005. Now after 13123 miles suspension went out again (Feb 2010).Service department says this is going to happen about every five (5) years no matter how few miles it has been driven (13123). Cost to repair now $3350+. It looks brand new inside and out but now rides like a gravel truck, this will be my last Lexus