Lexus LS 4.0 V8 Barge.... What should I know?
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Watch for some rust along window bases, suspension bushes, radiators and batteries, check the electrics but these are pretty good usually, and beyond that there is not much to worry about. The engines are bullet proof if timing belts have been changed......they don't get overworked being lazy automatics, and although not the best drive around, they are beautifully built, very cosseting, filled with gadgets and wonderful to waft around in, so long as it doesn't snow!!!!
Have a flick through this thread, some very knowledgeable members dwell in there and will tell you everything you need to know 
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
SD1992 said:
Have a flick through this thread, some very knowledgeable members dwell in there and will tell you everything you need to know
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
420 pages! That's going to take some time to readhttp://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Mustard is soooo October 2011. 
200bhp said:
A quick look through Autotrader reveals that these cars can be had very cheaply - But what's the snag?
Obviously a 4.0 V8 is going to drink a bit but, what else do I need to know?
As far as V8's go these are among the most frugal.Obviously a 4.0 V8 is going to drink a bit but, what else do I need to know?
Your looking at low 20's combined mpg and around 30 on a run.
As far as problems... her is what to expect.
Sagging gas bonnet struts: new replacement struts availible on ebay
Blacked out clock/climate control display: you need to solder in a new screen
Front upper wishbone ball joints and bushing: Expensive but after market ones are available
Anti roll bar bushings: replace with super-pro polyurethane ones
Strut bushings: replace with super-pro polyurethane ones
Leaking power steering reservoir: will drip onto and kill your alternator. Easy fix, plenty of tutorials on the internet
Clogged steering rack filter: easy fix... instructions online
Thats it...
Make sure the gearbox has been filled up with Toyota Type IV ATF as well, and not your normal dexron stuff as it will destroy it.
I concur with jbi, done a lot of suspension work on mine and the front needs a bit more still.
Economy wise, mine is at 17mpg but I bomb around the city covering short distances with lots of traffic and suchlike. On a run, with a steady foot, it's better but (with respect to my learned friend jbi) don't expect 30+ very often, mid/ late twenties very achievable however on a steady motorway run.
Mine has just had it's annual service and runs so, so well. I thoroughly recommend one.
Oh, replacement tyres on DHP wheels aren't cheap, and it likes to munch through front pads too (mine might be worse due to living in town).
Economy wise, mine is at 17mpg but I bomb around the city covering short distances with lots of traffic and suchlike. On a run, with a steady foot, it's better but (with respect to my learned friend jbi) don't expect 30+ very often, mid/ late twenties very achievable however on a steady motorway run.
Mine has just had it's annual service and runs so, so well. I thoroughly recommend one.
Oh, replacement tyres on DHP wheels aren't cheap, and it likes to munch through front pads too (mine might be worse due to living in town).
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