2002 LEXUS LS430

Some cars are special because theyre expensive. Some are special because theyre rare. And then, every so often, one comes along like this, a 2002 Lexus LS430 that genuinely stops you in your tracks.

With just 24,000 miles from new and only one previous owner, this is not just low mileage, its almost unbelievable. It has clearly been treasured from day one and maintained regardless of cost, and it shows in every detail. The condition is as close to concours as you could realistically hope to find: the paintwork gleams, the interior feels barely run in, and mechanically it is exactly as it should be. The air suspension operates perfectly, and importantly the timing belt, water pump and tensioners have all been completed, a huge reassurance and a sign of proper ownership.

When new, this car cost over £60,000, and incredibly, the original bill of sale is still with it. That level of investment bought what was, at the time, one of the most advanced and luxurious saloons in the world. This is the absolute top specification model, and the rear cabin alone is enough to make most modern luxury cars feel ordinary. Factory rear entertainment with a built-in PlayStation and controller, electrically reclining rear seats with heating and massage functions, and even a rear fridge, its an environment that feels more private jet than motor car.

What I love about the LS430 is how over-engineered it feels. The doors close with that unmistakable Lexus solidity, the soft close doors are working front and rear, the V8 is whisper-quiet and effortlessly smooth, and the whole car has a sense of craftsmanship thats increasingly rare. Enthusiasts know these represent the peak of early-2000s Japanese engineering, built without compromise, designed to outlast almost anything else on the road.

Finding a quality LS430 is a difficult task alone. Finding one with 24,000 miles, full provenance, this specification and in this condition absolutely is impossible! This isnt just a used luxury saloon, its a preserved modern classic and, in my opinion, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own one of the very best examples out there.

The private plate will be included with the sale.

Cars like this dont come around often. And when theyre gone, theyre gone!