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#140 of 154 Re: Tire Wear [drvegas] by rennybosch Sep 11, 2009 (6:41 pm)
Replying to: drvegas (Sep 08, 2009 3:54 pm) For what it's worth, I just got my 20,000 mile service (on an '08 LS460L) and they told me the tires are worn out on the inside, indicating the wheels are out of alignment. At the 15,000 mile service they gave me no indication of anything being wrong. I'm planning on getting new tires from the local Firestone Tire Station (Bridgestone Turanza's).
#141 of 154 Re: Need Help [doctorjim123] by dfw3 Sep 29, 2009 (4:49 am)
Replying to: doctorjim123 (Sep 02, 2009 1:21 pm) We have the same problem with our LS460 not starting. It is an intermittent problem that only happens after sitting outside for 6 hours or more. Been to the dealer once, but they couldn't find anything wrong. I'm scheduled to return it tomorrow and told them to leave it outside in the sun for 6 hours. Unfortunately, we had a cold front come through so I may cancel it. It only happens on hot days. Please keep posted if you find problem. I would think Lexus would have some kind of data base on this.
#142 of 154 Harsh ride by kenalex Nov 12, 2009 (1:30 pm)
It seems I am the only person in the world who has a harsh ride problem in my 460.   The ride is noisy with definite thumps and front transmission noises which I would not expect.   The ride is harsh, as if the air ride is not working.   My sons 4wd Ford is smoother over similar roads.   The dealer says its tires. "Low profile are always noisy etc."   Any help would be appreciated Replies to this message: dcwalker (Nov 12, 2009 1:43 pm)
#143 of 154 Re: Harsh ride [kenalex] by dcwalker Nov 12, 2009 (1:43 pm)
Replying to: kenalex (Nov 12, 2009 1:30 pm) Factory tires are horrible. Mine had the same issue. Went to a softer ride Michelin. Much nicer ride but suffers slightly on handling. Worth the change. Try the Michelin Pilot HX MXM 4
#144 of 154 460LS by dssxxxx Nov 13, 2009 (5:13 am)
Solved the problem.   Went to Audi A8L.
#145 of 154 kenb by kenbrody1 Nov 18, 2009 (1:19 pm)
I am in the LA area and seriously considering buying Lexus LS460 year 2009 or 2010   Any advice on where i can get the "best purchase pricing" or maybe best lease terms, be it a web based source, a regular Lexus dealer, a car broker, a out of state dealer or whatever etc?   Any advice on whether to buy the 2009 or the 2010.? I tend to keep my cars for 8 years or more and even on a lease would tend to buy outright at end of 3 or4 or 5 years and then keep for a while Replies to this message: dcwalker (Nov 18, 2009 3:29 pm) kenbrody1 (Nov 18, 2009 4:57 pm) dcwalker (Nov 18, 2009 6:13 pm) mdxfan3 (Nov 20, 2009 2:23 pm) garyh1 (Nov 28, 2009 10:19 pm) and 1 more...
#146 of 154 Re: kenb [kenbrody1] by dcwalker Nov 18, 2009 (3:29 pm)
Replying to: kenbrody1 (Nov 18, 2009 1:19 pm) My only advice is to think again about what you want to buy. I have a 2007 LS and have had a love hate relationship with the car. I won't go in to everything, but if you are looking for a car that handles well and can be counted on to run exactly the same every time you get in it, don't buy one of these. Lexus has numerous issues with this car but won't admit it. This car is fast and can be extremely smooth. I emphasize the word can. It attempts to learn the driving pattern of the person driving it. Not good for the pure car enthusiast. Then again, perhaps they have improved some of the issues since 2007. Good luck. Replies to this message: kenbrody1 (Nov 18, 2009 4:57 pm) dcwalker (Nov 18, 2009 6:13 pm) mdxfan3 (Nov 20, 2009 2:23 pm) garyh1 (Nov 28, 2009 10:19 pm) nvbanker (Nov 29, 2009 6:58 pm)
#147 of 154 Re: kenb [dcwalker] by kenbrody1 Nov 18, 2009 (4:57 pm)
Replying to: dcwalker (Nov 18, 2009 3:29 pm) thanks dcwalker   if not this then any suggestions on what else i should look at? Replies to this message: dcwalker (Nov 18, 2009 6:13 pm) mdxfan3 (Nov 20, 2009 2:23 pm) garyh1 (Nov 28, 2009 10:19 pm) nvbanker (Nov 29, 2009 6:58 pm)
#148 of 154 Re: kenb [kenbrody1] by dcwalker Nov 18, 2009 (6:13 pm)
Replying to: kenbrody1 (Nov 18, 2009 4:57 pm) Not really. I know there are many out there that swear by the LS. I have owned three. The first one I bought was the only won I was really happy with and that was a 1991. The 2000 model had many of the same issues as the current one has. The fit and finish on the LS is superb and as I stated, the smothness is often unbelieveable. But there are just too many issues. Brakes, handling, shifting,road noise with the tires, wind noise with the windows, inconsistent power are just some of the issues I have had. They still do not match up to the handling or feel of the German cars, even though many of those also have mechanical issues. The average driver would not mention some of the things I notice, sort of like my wife. If it starts and looks like a luxury car, she is happy. If you are not very critical, it is probably a good choice for you. As for myself, I am tired of spending 80K or more for a car and being unhappy . I may give BMW or Mercedes one more chance, but I cannot recommend them. It has been awhile since I have had one of those. Good luck.
#149 of 154 Re: kenb [kenbrody1] by mdxfan3 Nov 20, 2009 (2:23 pm)
Replying to: kenbrody1 (Nov 18, 2009 4:57 pm) Hey Ken,   I'm also considering the 2010 LS460 (but have concerns about the reliability) and the 2010 Acura MDX if I stick with an SUV. (But I don't really need an SUV, and while I think the new MDX is a little odd looking, the LS is fantastic looking.)   I currently have a BMW X5 which has exceeded my expectations in terms of performance & handling, but has been plagued with too many defects. It's not the cost of the repairs, which might run $350/qtr, it's that I have to return to the dealer every 3 months when something else breaks. And I only drive 3K mi/yr! Yep, every 750 mi something else goes. (And, no, I'm not retired. I just live close enough to work to walk during the week leaving only weekend miles.)   My car before this was a Toyota Avalon, which was kind of boring, but mechanically perfect. I expected the X5 to be comparable with the Avalon in terms of reliability but it is not. This is why reliability is high on my list this time around.   While researching reliability, I've realized that it is not brand specific but model specific; meaning the 2010 BMW X5 scores very low while the 2010 BMW 3- and 6-series score very high, with the 5 series in the middle.   Unfortunately, the quality of the BMW and Lexus has slipped in the last decade while the quality of Mercedes, which was horrible, has recently started to improve. You should check out consumer reports 2009 car ratings which shows the observed reliability ratings for each model. You might then adjust your search based on that. I believe the GS & IS models are the most reliable followed closely by the LS. The LS was marginal in 2007 but has been steadily improving every year thereafter.   If I go with a 2010 LS, I'd hope the radio and transmission issues have been sorted. If not, I'd just have "whatever" fixed under warranty and then dump it after 4 years. You never know, I might get lucky with it. Then again, I could always go with a Toyota Highlander which has the highest reliability scores of all?!? Problem is, I was really hoping to get a cool car this time around, you know, before I get too old.   Best of luck with your search and I hope this helped a bit!

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