@@KyleLiongCars kinda a snug car the GS ,and it stayed the same soo long ..main thing you either have a ES OR LS ..the GS never competed in the sports sedan
I'm digging the skyscrapers in the background of the rooftop shots. Nicely done man! It's funny how you mentioned the prestige of owning a Mercedes or other European luxury vs owning a Lexus. The way I see it is that owning a Mercedes is like a boastful flex, but owning a Lexus is like a more humble flex. Owning a Lexus is like a successful person who's respected by many and doesn't like talking about their wealth or materialistic status symbols. To be quite frank I didn't really like Lexus, well at least the one we had growing up. Growing up we had an 01 IS300, by the time I was a teenager, I did not like being in the back seat since it was very cramped; that's saying something because I'm 5'4" and it was not comfortable for me since you can feel everything on the road and was more or so tuned for sport. I'm sure if I actually had the chance to drive it, I would have fun with it. Based on that experience, I didn't really like Lexus and thought I would rather prefer Mercedes or BMW. Fast forward to today, and my perception of Lexus is much more positive. I had an aunt who didn't need her 07 ES350, since she got herself a different car and let me have it as an upgrade from my 02 Civic 5 speed (Best first car). After owning a Lexus for 10 months now, I am loving it and changed my perspective on Lexus. I know that they're Toyota and will always be reliable, and it's a very nice car. It is luxurious, but doesn't scream "look at my status" like a Mercedes. Don't get me wrong I like Mercedes, but I think I may prefer Lexus over Mercedes. If I ever part ways from my ES, I think would go for the last gen GS over a C class.
Exactly. That’s precisely the types of people who buy Lexus cars :) Thanks btw, we really came to this place for the shoot as it fits the car really well
I love this car, I was going to get one, used of course, but I've heard some really harsh reviews about this model. It's said that it has some really expensive suspension problems. The air suspension on this car "allegedly" goes bad and is very expensive to have fixed. Like around a $5,000 fix, and that's just one thing. The breaks, the navigation system are also common troubles that I have heard about that goes wrong with this car. It crushed me and made me afraid to purchase one; very very disappointing. I might just settle for a Camry or a Suburban. I don't what to pay for a car, and turn around and start making expensive repairs. I learned through research not to even touch a BMW and an Audi. I'm a poor man, If I could get this car brand spankin new I would, but used and around 150k, I'm afraid. One guy has one of these on a Tic Tok short that's white and sitting on air and just riding his little but off. It is crazy sharp; I hate him, lol rather I'm hating on him lol, I WANT ONE OF THESE CARS DANGIT!
No matter the make or model, air suspension is always problematic and expensive. I've tried cars with and without it, and honestly, I don't think the difference is worth the hassle and expense.... But that's just me with a tiny budget haha
@@KyleLiongCars What about a 2012 Ls 460 with about 156k mi for about 12 to 13k, would you trust it if the test drive goes well or would you pass because of that year and model . I hear that some things had to be improved. I think that the 2014 and up received the improvements, but from 2013 and down, it's best not to touch them.
This is a US spec car that seems to be imported here and not a local unit. Over there, unless you get options, or the long wheelbase, a lot of luxury sedans have no controls for the back. Even some S Classes from the US, Canada, Europe have no controls at the back. Speaking of 2007 Camry, our 2007 Camry Hybrid which was imported here and costed more than the 3.5L V6 Q model locally sold didn’t have rear controls as well. I think this is mainly because these cars are aimed at customers who will drive them, vs here in the PH where they’re aimed at customers who will mostly sit at the back and be chauffeured around in.
@@KyleLiongCars great review! I have the LS460 2013 black F sport NZ new and it has the heated seat controls and the back sun blind control in the back arm rest. A added extra I believe, with the concierge controls, auto high beam control and active cruise control. Its a beautiful car to drive and as you say when stopped you can't hear it running.
Why would you compare the LS two and yes they’re not even the same category. Other than being a sedan. Totally different layouts compared too IS or even RC would be better one
I prefer the LS430 overall as it was amazing during its time, and still is amazing for today’s standards. The LS460 although more refined than that, lacks enough difference to justify the price difference
What prestige! You need your car to start every time, and to take you to your destination. The German luxury cars will take you where you do not want to go-to the mechanic that is.
May I ask you this. When you hold on brakes while you shifting up down you see your RPM meter needle does moving up down too? I inquired 1 LS today but I tested and saw this problem I don't know it's normal or what.....thanks
I have a 2005 ES 330 with 50K miles and a 2011 Escalade. I really prefer the Lexus as a daily driver. Very comfortable and quiet. I also have a 98 ES 300 with 86k miles.
Bro I found a One Owner 2007 LS 460 with 72k. This was over 6 months ago and it has 80k now. Love it. Take care of those and they'll take care of you. Also I have a GS 300 AWD 2006 and I've had it since 2014 it had 68k then and now 165k wow! My Wife has driven it everyday.
This is also my favorite year of the LS! Looks timeless. And it’s also a shame that the GS didn’t sell well here unlike probably in 🇺🇸. If only Toyota sold the Crown Athlete and Crown Majesta here, it would’ve been so epic…
It DOES have buttons in the rear arm rest. They are hidden under the top cover. You slide it back. Because the rear seats are heated. And the rear shade control is there also. I have the 2012 sport edition, before they called it Fsport in 2013.
Another great review, still prefer a 7 series or A8 over this despite the better reliability of the Lexus. Metrocars have some Audis and Bmws in their inventory. Haven't seen an audi review in your channel yet.
It's June 2023 and I just came across this review. Coincidentally, I have been researching this model (and the succeeding ones before the remodel) for quite sometime now. I wish I saw this review and would have been able to make an offer on this particular car. We had an '08 RX350 (again, before the remodel) and really enjoyed how it drove, handled, and the features it offered at the time. Even for a used vehicle it was a great car to have. I like how this is designed, especially the F-Sport version, and just feel it is aligned with the BMW 7 Series, Audi 7 series and even the MB S Class at the time. I've moved on to a German brand since then but really want to get one of these to have and redo to make it my daily driver. I know you can drive one of these till the wheels fall off (literally). However, with the current auto market (and housing, and supply, etc.), they really are asking for a bit much for these even with a load of miles in them. As old as this model is, it has a few features most cars don't even offer as standard these days (e.g., heated and cooled seats, sun shades, automatic trunk, premium audio, leather bucket seats, multiple driving modes, etc.). Wait, this is in Manila?!?! Good job Kabayan!
@Shawn Don003 Thanks man! Yes, I try to shake things up a bit once in a while. Been doing mostly just new cars lately, but will definitely put in the time to review older and more interesting cars as well
Was looking for a bmw F01 7 series or F10 5 series in the used car market, and as soon as I came across the 2013 lexus ls 460 with a v8 engine that produces 386 hp, I just don't want a 7 series anymore
@@KyleLiongCars ikrrr, visually it's better looking than the f01 7 series, and the interior just feels so much nicer. The v8 engine is just glorious and this car can last till 300k! The only downside is that the f sport ones is quite hard to find.
@@KyleLiongCars i'm from nz. i found 4 on the used car market and 2 of them are ridiculously expensive and one has relatively high mileage. There is one that is selling privately at a reasonable price, but I don't know if it will still be there as I'm planning on getting a car next year january
