Is 1998 Lexus LS400 Best Luxury Car Ever Made? Review, Walkaround, Road Test (Finest Flagship Lexus)

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  • čas přidán 9. 06. 2023
  • This 1998 Lexus LS400 is over 25 years old, yet still looks stately and contemporary all these years later. LS400 is a luxury sedan known for its bulletproof reliability and understated, conservative design. Lexus owners enjoy far lower long-term ownership costs than comparable luxury sedans, and the 1998 LS400 model is no exception. Buying a 1998 Lexus LS400 is like acquiring membership into a secret club of drivers who appreciate the dependability and unpretentious luxury that only a vintage Lexus can provide. #lexusls400 #lexusls #lexus
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Komentáře • 15

  • @paulrchapman1
    @paulrchapman1 Před dnem

    From UK. I bought one in Toyota blue with oatmeal ( mushroom?) upholstery. The day I took ownership it was to the day exactly 25 years old, a 1999 second generation. I auctioned my Rolls Silver Spirit and now have this instead. Everything that was metal on the RR is plastic on the Lexus, but so what? It’s a beautifully made car and nobody could ever guess its age. 118,000 miles and even a personalised number plate L400! Under £4,000.
    It’s smooth, suave, sophisticated and a pleasure so far to own. The Rolls made me a bit anxious, the Lexus seems to give peace of mind. I used to play the flute as my profession and have settled for a Japanese instrument, a Muramatsu platinum plated on a silver body. It’s remarkable what these clever people can create.
    Did you show the electrically powered headrests and seat belt positioners? I enjoyed the wacky presentation. Thanks

    • @JonathanBrowneMenzies
      @JonathanBrowneMenzies  Před dnem

      Hey Paul, I agree with your thoughts on Japanese ingenuity, fine craftsmanship that's dependable! I occasionally check out 90's Rolls Royce and Bentley's for sale. Beautiful cars for sure, was your Rolls a challenge to maintain? I imagine there are more qualified RR mechanics in the UK than here in America. Maybe one day I'll break down and get one. I didn't show the LS400 power headrests and seatbelt positioners, great idea for another video. Thanks for watching and wishing you many more happy years driving your LS!

  • @J.Guerra333
    @J.Guerra333 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Just got my 98 ls400 in April, I love it so much, mine is not as clean as yours but it runs like Apollo’s chariot as it races across the sky every morning haha, wish I had seen this when I was doing my research on the car cause you were so thorough I would’ve bought faster. Cheers mate!

    • @JonathanBrowneMenzies
      @JonathanBrowneMenzies  Před 11 měsíci

      Congratulations on owning the best car ever made! There's nothing quite like getting into an old-school Lexus LS400 - Apollo's chariot is an appropriate metaphor! Wishing you many years of joy with your gem. Thanks for watching, J.Guerra333!

  • @mrsterlinj8789
    @mrsterlinj8789 Před 8 měsíci

    I can't wait to get one myself. Beautiful car

    • @JonathanBrowneMenzies
      @JonathanBrowneMenzies  Před 8 měsíci +1

      There are lots of gems out there, thanks so much for watching, mrsterlinj8789!

  • @victorianbutterfly5347

    😍 I would love to try to drive this nice and classic car too! Feel that driving on the clouds too! 🤭❤️🚘🚗

    • @JonathanBrowneMenzies
      @JonathanBrowneMenzies  Před rokem

      It's very comfortable, just glides right over the bumps. Thanks of watching, victorian butterfly!

  • @Dan330i
    @Dan330i Před 9 měsíci

    I’m thinking of getting a Lexus ls400 1998 with 250k miles soon very soon and can’t wait

    • @JonathanBrowneMenzies
      @JonathanBrowneMenzies  Před 9 měsíci +2

      You'll enjoy it, Dan. If the timing belt needs replacing, be sure to use that as leverage in your negotiations. All the best and thanks for watching!

    • @Dan330i
      @Dan330i Před 9 měsíci

      @@JonathanBrowneMenzies thanks bro still deciding either a lS400 or a ls430

  • @magic1997
    @magic1997 Před 11 měsíci

    How much would a timing belt cost? Ballpark?

    • @JonathanBrowneMenzies
      @JonathanBrowneMenzies  Před 11 měsíci +1

      RepairPal says $1,133 - $1,352, but probably more if you go to the dealer. Thanks for watching, magic!

  • @eddiethetruhead
    @eddiethetruhead Před 7 měsíci

    I wholeheartedly agree with your take on this Japanese automotive masterpiece. I Love my 2000 LS, and my mother loves her 1993 LS. Mine is slightly modded and hers is stock.
    Both driven with joy on the regular. Huge bang for your buck with this car and the styling is timeless.🤌🏼
    Enjoyed the review Buddy.
    1UZ for life.☝🏼

    • @JonathanBrowneMenzies
      @JonathanBrowneMenzies  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Must be nice comparing yours with your mother's 1993, the evolution of the greatest car ever made! I agree with you about the styling, these old LS models look better than any new car on the lot today! Wishing you both many happy miles ahead and thanks so much for watching, eddietruhead!