Find solution
Is LEXUS LS400 any good?

92-96 Lexus LS400 for a college student w/ job?

  • Ok, I turn 18 on Oct.13. The job I am hired at (haven't started working yet) is walking distance from my house, and my school is about a 10 minute drive from my house (normal traffic). I am fully capable of purchasing a vehicle under $7,500, my sights have been set on either a 92' LS400 $6988 (86k miles) or a 96' LS400 $2999. Though I want a lexus I prefer a car that will last at least 5yrs. without major problems, can drive at least 15 miles a day on $20 dollars worth of gas, and affordable on insurance (I should be paying half of the insurance cost with my parents and I hear taking drivers ed means less on insurance which i've done). Anyone with car/lexus experience please enlighten me on the best decision to make and/or what you would expect to happen if I purchase either ls400s. Brutally honest answers won't bother me if respect full. p.s. you can see what I've seen about these cars at... 1992 lexus ls400 http://fayetteville.craigslist.org/ctd/1410908313.html 1996 lexus ls400 http://fayetteville.craigslist.org/ctd/1403096441.html

  • Answer:

    The '96 is obviously better than the '92. Not only because its newer, but its nicer and less likely to have problems. You shouldn't expect any major issues, however it depends on how well the car was taken care of. It should last at least another 5 years with little or no problems though. The LS400 was once called "The finest automobile in the world". You should like it. I wouldn't really recommend the GS300 though, it's still a good car but if you can afford the LS why settle for something lower than that.

Dominique R at Yahoo! Answers Visit the source

Was this solution helpful to you?

Other answers

With you living as close as you do to work and school, I question why you would even get a car at this point (other than maybe to date). You could continue to save up and get an even nicer car. However, I am glad that you are smart enough to get a used car instead of a new one. All that said, a Lexus is not a bad car to have. They are well built. Getting a sedan will also help you have a lower insurance cost. Have you considered a GS300? It is still a luxury sedan but sporty. The first generation can be had for next to nothing. In addition, they have a Supra engine which means you can get parts and service done at Toyota instead of the Lexus dealership. If you still go with the LS400, go with a bippu look (Google it). Yes, a drivers course will lower your insurance as well as having good grades.

Jay601

it depends on the mileage the 96 has..if it has a bit over 100k or under the 96 would be better...but i think the 96 has alot of problems...check the history of that car and see if its worth it...but if it dosnt the only problem you will have is probably the lights...other than that the car should be fine...the 92 is pretty old...the out side looked alright and the engine looks fine...i would feel safer in the 92...and the miles on that car isnt that bad for that car..if you dont mind spending $1000 on fixing your car and you dont care about comfort or anything you just want a car to drive short distances i would get the 96...but y not ask your parents see what they think...

Related Q & A:

Just Added Q & A:

Find solution

For every problem there is a solution! Proved by Solucija.

  • Got an issue and looking for advice?

  • Ask Solucija to search every corner of the Web for help.

  • Get workable solutions and helpful tips in a moment.

Just ask Solucija about an issue you face and immediately get a list of ready solutions, answers and tips from other Internet users. We always provide the most suitable and complete answer to your question at the top, along with a few good alternatives below.