Car Hunting - $500 2005 Lexus ES330 Project Car
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
- Always on the hunt for a sweet deal. Could not pass this $500 Lexus up even though we are typically searching for Euro cars. Owner was tired of spending money on it and just wanted it gone. After a radiator, some coil packs and a new battery this baby purrs like a kitten.
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just got myself an es330 to replace my 02 camry. While I will definitely miss the better gas mileage, everytime i sit in it, my mind just goes: “yup, this is worth it”
Thanks for sharing McFragger, that V6 upgrade is hard not to enjoy. It was a great luxury car in it's day and a crazy good value today. You can pick them up for a couple grand all day long. Enjoy your ride, Cheers!
I just got an 02 Camry XLE so leather and heated seats and the upgraded sound system. What are things that you like about the ES 330 that the Camry doesn’t have?
@@juan.alvrdo
1.The mark levinson audio system feels beefier than the camry’s JBL
2. The way the ES absorbs a bump much better
3. Cruising at high speed you will hear near ZERO wind noises
4. The ES has alot of padding material sandwiched around the cabin, which not only help with noise reduction but makes the whole car feels sturdier as each door close make that ‘thump’ sound
5. Intermittent windshield wipers
6. The rear windshield powered sunshade (i personally call it ‘peasant blocker’
7. Overall instrument gauges still feel modern with that white text
8. Trunk opening button right below coin holder
9. Interior panels feels much higher quality (after all, the wood panels are provided by Yamaha)
10. It has steering wheel assist for U turns
11. It has adaptive breaking when you crest over a hill
12. It idles with so much quietness that you barely feel it
@@juan.alvrdoI just got rid of my 03 xle... I like the Lexus es front end better, just the grill and different headlights. Front and back. The 05 06 Lexus has the 3.3 V6 so a little more power and I like the Lexus interior and all the extra "wood grain" it has. I'm still looking for my new Lexus btw... For a nicer model around my area their going for around 5,000-6,000 grand... Almost there!!!
@@juan.alvrdoLexus tiene algo que un Camry no tiene: STATUS y FAMA 😂😂😂
Got an 04 es330 well over 210k miles and still drives perfect
Thanks for the comments, they are a great car. We think it's the best $3k car you can buy today. Those V6 engines seem to run for 300k+ without any issues. Our Pops is still driving this one everyday and hasn't had one issue.
Cheers!
Я из Сибири, владею таким es330, 18лет , отличная машина 👍. Сегодня утром было -35'с, он сутки стоял на улице, завелся легко. 3mzfe-💪
@@Siberia197 Спасибо за комментарии, как мы уже говорили, это самая недооцененная машина, которую мы можем придумать, за такую низкую цену. Ваше здоровье!
Nice find! Maybe polish the headlights, makes it look even nicer.
Even with the repairs: under $1k is a steal. Enjoy!
Thanks for the comments Sam. We will definitely get it cleaned up. Those headlights are massive so that will be fun.
A running driving car with ice cold A/C is a sweet deal for sure. We got about $895 invested so we are looking good.
Thanks again for hanging out, Cheers!
I’ve got two 2003 ES300s 😂 Bought both out of inspection with fairly minor issues.
$1800 over 2 years ago for one w/138k miles, has 175k now
$2000 more recently for one with 126k miles
Great used model to buy and can be had for very cheap nowadays despite being well built and reliable.
Thanks for the comments, it has been a great car for us without any issues. We strongly believe this is the best car you can buy for the money in 2024. They routinely sell for $3-5k with less than 200k and are really bulletproof motors.
Of course the young kids say it looks like a Grandpa car but they are fully loaded for their time (2005). Great luxury and ride for cheaper than you can buy most cars out there right now.
Thanks again for hanging out, Cheers!
Just found one myself! 05 One owner 106,000 for 8k nothing wrong so far just need to clean the headlight can’t be more happier ❤️
Congrats, these are a hidden gem. Really reliable, solid drivetrain and a crazy amount of luxury in a clean package. Originally was a $33k car back in 2005, so picking one up for a few thousand these days you can't go wrong.
At 106k miles yours is still brand new, enjoy it. Cheers!
Bought mine at 60k miles for 4k it’s at 98k now
@@413_Lexus Congrats, these are so undervalued for what they are. Crazy reliable and tons of luxury for a few thousand dollars. Cheers!
@@BradleysGarage I’ve had a few issues with mine but other than that you are right!
Wow you absolutely stole that car
Thanks for the comments Zak, we definitely got a sweet deal on it. When people finally throw in the towel on their cars is typically when you can find some good buying opportunities.
We will never complain about a running driving car for $500 even if we have to put in a little work.
Thanks again for hanging out, Cheers!
I am driving a 2003 es300 and the only problem I have after buying it is the steering fluid leaking. The steering is very hard to move and make hard creaking noise when I cold start the car. I have to start and wait 5mins then I am able to move the steering smoothly
Thanks for the comments, it sounds like the power steering reservoir has run low and is causing the pump to starve for fluid. You will need to locate the leak and get it fixed otherwise you will just need to keep adding fluid every few days.
You can try a stop leak product but it may not work.
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Good luck on your Lexus project.
Cheers!
Oh man that’s an easy flip if that’s the route you want to go
That's typically the plan going in but we never seen to get rid of any cars 🙄
My pops is driving this one to work everyday and it's running like a champ.
We are always on the hunt, stay tuned! Cheers!
I have a 2006 Camry which I love but now I really want an es330. These cars have options you could never get on a Toyota smh
Hey Johnny, thanks for the comments. These Lexus models seem to be very cheap atm. Even we didn't realize how many options come standard on them and what a solid drivetrain they have.
We have been driving this car back and forth to LA several times a week and haven't had any issues. Thanks again for hanging out, Cheers!
$500? You mean like $2,000 after replacing all those components.
Thanks for the comments Robert. We spent $105 on the radiator, $140 on the battery and $150 on the coil packs.
It turned out the plugs were brand new and only one of the wires on the coil packs looked like they tried to repair it.
We fixed that up with a new connector and just did the coil packs.
After all the necessary repairs, we are in it $895. Obviously this doesn't include any labor charges but if you are able to perform baric mechanical repairs, you can find some sweet deals. Happy Hunting, Cheers!
Heck yeah I’m always looking for deals like that haha people don’t understand what a little work can do. Even jf it’s $500 for 50,000 or 25,000 miles more. Steal
We couldn't agree more Ricky, these deals are too hard to pass up on. Can't say the wife is too happy about the number of cars increasing but hey, what can you do 😁
@@BradleysGarage hahaha I get that from my wife about alot of my collections. They don’t understand it’s a healthy addiction. I don’t party haha
@@rickysmith6772 I like that "Healthy Addiction", I will be sure to use that one the next time the car collection topic comes up. Thanks again for sharing, Cheers!
Got myself a same model ,same year...with 216 miles ,dont know if i should trade for a honda civic ...since im trying to save in gas ...any advise?
Hey Junior, thanks for the question. While the Civic may get you better gas mileage, we would argue that the Lexus is a dramatically better car overall. The ride quality, amenities and luxury will be at a much higher level than in a Civic.
If you have a great running Lexus we would just stay with it as we think you will be happier in the long run. When properly taken care of, both the Lexus and Honda will run forever.
To put it in perspective, the Civic is an entry level car and will ride and drive as such. Brand new in 2005 the Civic cost around $16k while the Lexus ES330 cost $32k. You got a lot more car for the money now in 2023.
Thanks again for watching, Cheers!
@BradleysGarage thank you ,for the advise ,gained a new subscriber, I'll watch your videos to.learn more
Thanks for the sub Junior, appreciate the support. Cheers!
I’ll buy it
Thanks for the comments Benji, I'm sure we can work something out 😎
Cheers!
I’m looking at one for $5000
Hey Diego, at that price it should have less than 175k and be in great shape. Most ones we see for sale are $2-5k depending on condition and miles. Good luck in your hunt. Cheers!
That’s fucking cheap in Lagos Nigeria we buy same car for over $3500
Thanks for the comments, for whatever reason here in the states, this car sells for super cheap. All of the younger kids I ask about this, they tell me it's a Grandpa car. It seems like no one under 25 would be interested in driving this car, regardless of how cheap it was.
Cheers!
265000 miles that’s a worn out car
Hey William, thanks for the comments. We have been very happy with our purchase. The Lexus has been running great, we have had zero issues after the new battery and coil pack swap. These have no problem going over 300k+ miles so for the money spent it's been a good investment.
Thanks again for hanging out, Cheers!
Not even will run 700,000
Happy to inform you that I’ve seen 400k miles and he runs like brand new
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Thanks for the comments Bonkers. Not sure what "Biased" is referring to buy thanks for watching. Cheers!
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Thanks for the comments Sergeant, not sure what it means but appreciate you hanging out. Cheers!