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#128 of 191
Re: 08 LS 460 [tagman] by cyclone4
Jan 17, 2008 (8:45 pm)
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Replying to: tagman (Jan 16, 2008 2:51 pm)

Thank you for the kind words Tag. Yes, I think both Len and I did the right thing by going with the LS460L. I absolutely love it. If anything, it is better than I expected. Long trips on this car are very enjoyable. My wife and I recently drove above 600 miles to to the Detroit area and I did not get at all tired (I drove the entire distance). The trip back was by myself as my wife stayed behind for an extra week and then flew back home. Why Detroit you may ask? Our daughter and son-in-law live in a Detroit suburb and our daughter blessed us with our very first grandchild as she gave birth to a beautiful little girl on December 30.
 
I do look at the Luxury Lounge forum fairly frequently but for the most part I do not post there. I don't know much about various luxury cars you guys talk about. Maybe, I will surprise you one of these days. BTW, I always considered you the voice of reason over there. Some of those "characters" are something else. Thanks again for the good wishes and I wish you a wonderful 2008.
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Re: 08 LS 460 [ljflx] by tagman
Jan 17, 2008 (9:31 pm)
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Replying to: ljflx (Jan 17, 2008 11:25 am)

LJ,
The LS should keep you happy for a while. IIRC, the G was always going to be for your son... when will he get it? I recall you previously mentioning the LX as the anticipated GX replacement, but I have to admit, I'd have a hard time with that 12 mpg... it's not that I couldn't afford it, but it's bordering on guilt I suppose. So, the V6 Camry instead of the Hybrid? I guessing you thought about that and it must have made more sense to go with the V6.
 
Cars and me? Let's see... The Porsche Carrera S Cab is absolutely terrific, of course, but even with the jump seats, it's still essentially a 2-seater. I'll be adding a BMW 135i, which has received stellar reviews, to the mix. That will add room for the kids and give me a non-Porsche car to drive. I ordered it recently and it should be in within about two months. Still have the Jag Vanden Plas, and not one service issue to date... almost weird. I got rid of that freaky FJ Cruiser... couldn't stand it after a while, and purchased a GTI to hold me over until the BMW comes in. I've gotten attached to the GTI more than I thought I would... it delivers a lot of fun for the money. Acura MDX is still our SUV of choice. So, by this Spring, the garage will contain the Porsche 911, the BMW 135i, the Jag XJ Vanden Plas, and the Acura MDX... a decent blend.
 
Business is down in my industry and I expect it to get worse. I'll survive it, but I'm certainly not looking forward to this year if it gets slow. I hope things get better.
 
Sounds like your business is going great. I'm glad for you, of course.
 
Anyway, take care, Happy New year to you, too... and I'll stop by once in a while.
 
TagMan
#130 of 191
Re: 08 LS 460 [cyclone4] by tagman
Jan 17, 2008 (9:40 pm)
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Replying to: cyclone4 (Jan 17, 2008 8:45 pm)

Gosh, I'm glad you know that you made the right choice with the LS460L, and that you aren't second-guessing yourself. Even better than you expected is a great testimony.
 
Feel free to post a shot at me in the Luxury Lounge once in a while... keep me on my toes.
 
Hey, congratulations on your granddaughter. What a great Christmas blessing. You are so fortunate.
 
And, thanks for the compliment. I'll take it! LOL.
 
TagMan
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Re: 08 LS 460 [tagman] by ljflx
Jan 19, 2008 (10:55 am)
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Replying to: tagman (Jan 17, 2008 9:31 pm)

Tag,
 
I haven't read about the MPG on the LX but I'd expect it to be 16-18mpg. If it's 12mpg I'll pass on it. But if that 12mpg comes from C&D throw the report into the middle of the Pacific. Their data is about as accurate as a blind man in archery. Everything - and I mean everything they said about the LS in their review is dead wrong with the MPG and braking being as wrong as can be. I let my C&D sub end beacuse I'll never believe their reporting again.
 
Business - I'm in media information and information businesses are much more recession proof than most.
 
I went to the lux board and found your post. Thanks for the nice words. I don't have much desire to rejoin but I do miss our dialogs. Maybe I'll post there at some point but the supremacy knowledge assumed by some of the European car buyers that still resonates there remains a huge turnoff to me. Life's too short for that stuff and I'm long done with the German vs Japanese lux car battle. In a few years I intend to have both brands sitting in my garage anyway and I couldn't find a negative thing to say about the S-class if I tried in vain to find one.
#132 of 191
Re: 08 LS 460 [ljflx] by tagman
Jan 19, 2008 (9:19 pm)
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Replying to: ljflx (Jan 19, 2008 10:55 am)

Well. you're going to find out soon enough, so I might as well be the bearer of bad news, because that horrible city rating of 12 mpg for the '08 LX570 is in fact the official EPA rating... and furthermore, the combined rating is ONLY 14!!! It's a hog, and there's no way around it. I am incredibly surprised, because the technoloy is there for Lexus to have done much better than that, IMO.
 
Regarding the other forum, I might suggest that you post selectively... when the discussion seems appropriate for you... just a thought.
 
TagMan
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effect of air pressure on ears by mcescher2
Feb 09, 2008 (1:55 pm)
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I test drove a 2008 LS and experienced differential air pressure in my ears, as one experiences when SCUBA diving or when landing in an airplane, when the car went down hills. Is it possible that the doors seal so tightly that the air pressure in the cabin does not adjust to the outside air pressure?
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LS460L 2008 AVAILABILITY OF PARTS by markian
Feb 10, 2008 (12:59 pm)
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I presently drive an Infiniti 2006 M45 sport. The car is amazing to drive, but every time I take it in for service, Infiniti has no parts in North America. In May 2007 I was out of a car for three weeks because the part was not in North America. In November 2007 my GPS system went out and it took 11 weeks for the parts to arrive. I was explained by the service manager that Infiniti carries more parts for there more common cars like the G35. The manger said they have very little parts for the M45, because they do not sale many of them. Infiniti in my opinion is a joke of a company. They make great cars but have no parts. I am interested in purchased the Ls460l with the touring package. I have to be cautious this time and wonder if Lexus maintains a proper inventory of parts. I would appreciate some comments on people's experience with parts avalability with the Lexus flagship. The dealer promised me that parts will be available within one day. I have heard from others that Infiniti is known for their lack of parts. But, I really hope this is not the case with Lexus.
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Re: effect of air pressure on ears [mcescher2] by rennybosch
Feb 10, 2008 (4:09 pm)
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Replying to: mcescher2 (Feb 09, 2008 1:55 pm)

mc, if the car were that well sealed you would run out of oxygen after a long ride, especially with several passengers. Also, if the pressure doesn't adjust, how would that give you the feeling you describe?
 
Just my opinion; I would yield to wwest on this.
 
Renny
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Re: LS460L 2008 AVAILABILITY OF PARTS [markian] by cyclone4
Feb 10, 2008 (6:40 pm)
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Replying to: markian (Feb 10, 2008 12:59 pm)

First of all, I doubt that you will need significant repairs other than just routine maintenance every 5,000 miles. But to answer your question, I have not heard of any real delays in getting parts for repairs from Lexus.
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renny?? by cyclone4
Feb 10, 2008 (6:46 pm)
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How do you like your new LS460L? I imagine it is now in your possession. I already have about 4,500 miles on mine (picked it up in mid December). I love it.

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