I appreciate you so much!!! I'm a 64 year old widow, and I'm in need of a reliable car. I have been watching your videos for weeks now, making lots of lists of what the best and worst cars are (and the years that were best within those years). THANK YOU for ALL you do to educate us!!!❤❤

I dont know how you can keep me engaged the whole video although I dont own a Lexus or Toyota, I don't have a car repair shop and I work in the medical field. Your way of talking, presenting and explaining is great. Wish you all the best

This is why I drive a 2002 LS430 and a 2002 4Runner 4wd Limited. Some would say they are old cars but they drive like new at 22 years old. Both were owed by old ladies and have around 150k. If I maintain these cars I see them lasting another 20 years easy. Can't go wrong with older toyotas. I personally like how the 430 looks over the 460

I love that he does not just play along with the usual Toyota/Lexus fanboy talk and tells it like it is. No car is perfect and even Toyota has some dumb stuff to deal with.

I'm so glad I sold my 2016 LS460 at 80,000 miles. I wish the new owner good luck on that car.

Toyota/Lexus must have hired the engineers from BMW/Audi to design the LS460.

I've been driving between Fresno and the Silicon Valley (360 miles weekly rt) for the past 12 years, caring for family w Parkinson's. There was 3 months where it was daily. Scheduling made it critical that I show up on time. My 92 Camry never failed until the head gasket blew at 500K miles. The 2003 replacement is giving the same reliable service. Used engine went into the 92 so I have reliable backup. Thank you Car Nut for all the good advice

The most knowledgeable mechanic on the internet.

A wise man once told me if you can’t afford a car when it was new, you can’t afford to fix it when it’s old.

MY 2013 Ls 460 L had the same problem at 175000 miles, and it took the mechanic 2 tries to do it right and it cost $2500 for the job. It was the only problem my Lexus LS had in 260000 miles when i sold it for good money . The LS was the most reliable Lexus I ever owned and I am on my 4th one.

This video is a great example of why I personally subscribed to this channel, I wish I could find a garage like yours in my country, it would be the only place I would trust to touch my car. Thank you once again for a fantastic honest opinion led video 👍

I've had a LS400, LS430, a 2007 LS460L, and 2 2014 LS460 (still own one). The 2007-2012 had control arm issues, this was pretty much resolved in the 2013+ models and most of the issues you talk about here. I love the cars and find them to be very reliable.

I was fortunate to have put 378000 miles on my 2008 LS460. The only engine failure was the starter at 320K. I'm now the proud owner of a '14 GX460.. Letz gooooo...

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with this timely information. Most appreciated!

I own an 07 rear wheel drive 460. I bought it over a year ago for $12,000. I have had very few issues. Burns 1/2 quart of oil every 3,000 miles. Which does not matter much because I change the oil every 3k anyways. 127,000 miles. No suspension clunks, no coolant leaks. I love the car and will keep it as long as possible.

CONGRATULATIONS ON 1 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS :)))

Undoubtedly your best video explanation of why/why not to consider certain model/years of a Lexus…the video was both comprehensive but easy to understand…great job AMD!

My LS430 has had a few issues, but nothing I couldn’t DIY in the driveway. Rear hubs weren’t the easiest thing ever, but I got it done. Everything else so far has been easy. Oh, unclipping the driver side downstream o2 sensor took a lot of patience and MacGyver-ing. But it has been absolutely rock solid as far as not being disabled. Very comfortable and quiet. I’ve heard from many sources to avoid the 460, especially before 2013. CCN reinforcing this for sure. I believe what he says without hesitation.

I’m going to say I stumbled upon you videos just scrolling through not looking for anything particular. Your knowledge and connivance of said knowledge is outstanding.

Just noticed...over a million subs! Congrats CCN!

Keep it coming bud, very educational!! Almost considered trading my LS430 (which I love very much) for 2015 LS460 just because it’s newer.

Your honesty is appreciated, thank you for sharing your experience with us.

I would pick the Ls430 over the 460 for sure. Sealing the heat exchanger pays around 4 hours flat rate which is terrible time!

I believe that a majority of these issues apply to the pre facelift models of the LS460. 2013+ should be much better aside from the heat exchanger issue.

Your honesty is greatly appreciated. Looking out for the customer - you are a rare breed.

I'm a huge fan of TCCN, and I just purchased a 2014 LS460, knowing well what I was getting into. I spent hundreds of hours of research on the ClubLexus forums, watching AMD's videos, and looking for the perfect car with an excellent service history for almost a year. I had 2 sold out from under me, and I'm glad, because the one I ended up with is much better. 85k miles, all OEM control arms and 60k service done, all other services performed at a Lexus dealer, and I even had a different Lexus dealer perform my PPI. They found the valley plate leaking, so I used that to get the price lowered on the car. When the advisor told me that despite that, it was a beautiful well-maintained car and that he'd himself buy it, I went for it. It's going to Lexus to have the heat exchanger leak repaired, and I know what it costs. I'm also getting a transmission drain/fill since it's never been done, with my advisor saying "it's lifetime, Lexus doesn't recommend it, but I'll do it if you want." AMD says every 60k, that's what I do. I've done it on my 11 ES 350 and have 198k trouble free miles. I only wish I lived closer to his shop, so I could have him do all my work. I'll keep dailying the ES as my trusty, fuel-efficient, and reliable car. The LS will be a weekend and every now and then treat to drive. AMD, can you do a video on the brake actuator/pump/relay failure? Lexus has extended the warranty to 10yrs/150k miles on these. I'm still covered until November this year. That's another $2500 repair. I call all these items the Big 3: Control arms, valley plate leak, and brake actuator. Get past those and you've got the worst of things knocked out.

I appreciate the inside stories on the cars, thank you!

I think the Toyota Avalon is the perfect large size car. You get the same size with a V6 engine that’s still powerful!

Quality insights as usual, thank you sir

Finally, an ls460 video loves your videos. Please, more videos of the ls460

AMD, I've been watching you for quite a few years. I love what you do. Because of your channel, I have bought a 2010 Lexus IS250C, and a 2017 Toyota Sienna XLE. Thanks for all you do.

Nice information. I'm not sure if all the LS460 are having the same problems. My 2007 has 305K and it's my daily driver, besides the front suspension (you can non-OEM for less than 500, they last 3-4 years, which I'm ok) no issues. I owned a 2001 LS430 before and the 460 is still my favorite. The car runs great, the engine and transmission are original. Maybe The car Care Nut can compare this 305K miles vs the 80K. Like always great content on your videos!

Let’s not forget the infamous LS460 ABS module that’s costs a kidney to repair. Hell nah to this Lexus.

Thanks Ahmad, every video have rich information and extremely informative 😊

Thanks for the info. Your channel is always informative and oh.....congrats on gettn over a million subscribers !!!!!!!!!!!

Great video and information. A cautionary tale.

Bought a used 2010 ES a few years ago with 85,000 miles. It's been absolutely flawless. I have put a little over 52,000 miles on it and wouldn't hesitate to get another. Would love to get an LS but couldn't afford the repairs. My daughter has a 2012 Camry with a v6. My Lexus is much smoother and quieter but the Camry is just as reliable.

Thank you for your honesty on this.....your awesome for sharing your knowledge.

Thank you for being so honest about what you know about these and giving us your best advice.. ❤️

Great video, Amd. The last time I went looking for a different car, I had an 03 Lincoln Town Car. Beautiful car, but I had always wanted a Lexus. I was 120 miles from home at a Toyota dealership. I had been looking at two Lexus cars online, an 04 LS 430, and a RX 350. I never made it to either Lexus. I spotted an 07 Avalon Touring car. I was in love. Needless to say, we made a deal, and I drove home in my Avalon. After a few weeks, I was questioning my decision and began thinking I'd keep it two or three years and trade it for a Lexus. Well, all these years later, I still have my Avalon, her name is Blue, and she's part of the family. She's been incredibly dependable, normal maintenance, and that's it. She's just over the 93k mile mark now. I'm retired, so I'm not putting as many miles on her as I did when I was working. I still get the urge to buy a Lexus, but common sense wins out. Blue will be the last car I own. When I'm done driving, I will pass her down to someone in the family. I'm a little partial to her, but I think she's barely broke in, and there's probably another 300k miles left in her as long as she's cared for the way I do. Oil and filter, along with tire rotation every 3k miles, I've done it that way from day one. All the other maintenance gets done by the owners' manual recommendations. I just love that car.

I'd say skip both and go for a fully loaded Avalon, or an ES350 if you still want the Lexus badge. But if you insist on RWD and a V8, get the GS400 or LS400.

I love this channel. Keep it coming brother.

Words of Wisdom. Thanks CCN.

I had a 08 LS460. While it was great during my ownership, the control arms were going at around 90k miles and was going to cost $3500 or so to replace at an independent mechanic and $5500 at the dealer. The interior was also melting which was another issue with these cars. Those issues aside though, the car was great.

I was waiting for that video

Grateful information very detailed. You have guided me in the past on making decisions on buying used cars .

Thank god people like you and Scotty exist!

Oh man being a german car guy I looked at these and they looked like such a great deal. Not knowing much about Lexus I assumed it would be perfectly relaible. I found the issues with the suspension parts prices and immediately turned away. I had no idea the engine was also so finicky.

Much love to you brother

Kudo’s - I like your straightforward reviews of cars, let the truth fall where it may. Thank you very much. Keep on trucking!

10:54-11:18 AMD; I appreciate your expertise on the specifics that occur. You work on the cars, you know first hand what is good and what is bad from certain years/models. Keep up the video's. This helps me on making good decisions on repairs. As with quality of cars, I have seen in the last 15 years, some models have gone downhill versus the older models. You are not alone on observing this.

It's hard for people to understand that a very nice looking and running car can have a VERY negative value.

As an owner of a Launch Edition LS600, I 💯 agree with this video. With absolutely nothing breaking, just taking care of things that wear out, this is the most absurdly expensive vehicle I’ve ever owned and maintained.

The absolute best and most interesting video yet👍 and yes by the master❤️

You're an amazing human being Car Care Nut. I pray that God continues to bless and keep you and your family. Love you brother.

I remember reading about the LS460, Toyota/Lexus rushed its development to release it as quickly as possible, and because of that, it didn't have the same solid reputation as its older siblings the 400 and 430.

I'm glad you made this video, I've been looking at ls460s

You are an excellent technician and mechanic, but even more rare, a good person!

Thank you so much for the advice!

So glad I watched this. I have a 2013 gs 350, I was starting to look for an LS. Sounds like there isn’t much difference between the Lexus and the German options. I’m very sad to hear that the ls 460’s aren’t an option. I was hoping for “typical” Lexus reliability.

98-2000 LS400 is the high water mark for me. VVTi, coil on plug, A650E, better instrument cluster, better looks and you can get Bilstein shocks for it. LS Perfected.

Thank you for the very informative video, AMD. Cheers my friend.🇨🇦🇺🇸👍❤️

What a great advices here! Greetings from Dubai 👋🏻👋🏻 keep it up brother!

3 years ago I was tempted to look into a LS430 but i chose my 2002 ES300, original owner with 160k miles. within first 2 years i did have to replace several original OEM parts: starter, alternator, exhaust flex pipe, front brake calipers, denso ignition coil packs, denso plugs, and 4 struts. all other parts were replaced with GENCO. but its worth every penny. best car i’ve ever owned. now with 180k miles and going strong.

I’m not sure if this is common in all LS 460s but I own a 2008 LS 460 with 185,000 miles and I have had no real issues. I change my oil every 4000 miles everything’s original except for a brakes and other normal maintenance. The vehicle before I bought it was a company car and the oil changes were at the proper intervals but I have heard nightmares about these vehicles but I don’t think it’s systemic.

Hi - Yes, I have done the transmission fluid flush/change and filter but only a couple of times in all those miles.

Thanks so much for the honest upfront information. I have an es350 and have thought often about upgrading to the 460. Thanks for saving me from making a huge mistake. I will just stick with my old reliable es350.

I must be one of the lucky ones to own an 2011 AWD Long wheel base. I bought mine proof 2023 and have put 32,400 as at today without any issues! But here is the deal. When I bought mine, I removed all the air suspension and put high-end coilovers; replaced the valley plate; put new brakes; new heat exchanger; control arms; new sparkplugs and many more work. All work done at Lexus for almot$6000. Currently sitting at 184,300 miles

Speaking with authority ! But the truth !!!

Great video very well put thanks !!

finally someone who is realistic and tells how it is !!!! Good job,

Congratulations on 1 million subs Ahmmed see you soon!

I wonder if...remove the front cover and position it such that you can cut that pipe in half, use a new o-ring, shove said pipe in...the fill the gap with JB Weld. Do the same for the other pipe half and then connect the two with a hose and clamps. Hopefully, it can never leak again, bearing in mind the jump hose is good quality.

Thank you for the lesson. 🙏🏼

Man, this is the best car channel for actual real content and trustworthy advice! You’ve sold me on the Lexus ES hybrid to replace my e90 BMW. Thanks for all the content and I’m so happy you get all these views and can make this your main income source! Keep it up! What do you think, ES350 vs Hybrid for a 2024?

As an owner of a 2007 LS460L with air suspension and all the other stuffs. I agree it’s EXPENSIVE to keep it on the road. I have about 186,000 miles on mine, it’s pretty well looked after but I can attest, there have been $10,000 service visits. Even if you buy a nice one, at some point you will experience an expensive service visit. In the next few weeks I need a new rear mark levinson subwoofer, that’s gonna be expensive. The only thing that doesn’t work is the rear defroster, the glass has power, the whole circuit works but somehow the glass is defective, I haven’t done it yet because I live in SoCal I need a defroster maybe twice a year, that can wait. Other than that, if something is broken, it gets fixed, and it gets fixed with OEM parts at a dealer.

My mother had the LS430 and put just over 200K miles on it, but when she turned 80 years old she wanted to downsize her car, so she bought a Lexus ES with the 3.5L V6. It has every bell and whistle on it. She said that it would be the last car she’ll ever buy, but I’m sure when she turns 90, she’ll buy another one… but by then she’ll be living with us so instead of an ES, she will need an NX or RS AWD because we get 5-7 feet of snow every winter. My wife’s Outback does great with our snow as does my 23 Tacoma TRD Off Road.

Hi AMD, again great info. and video. Thanks. Any news on the Supra engine block being rebuilt ???

Watching this channel, I've learned a LOT. Not only about and for my 2020 RAV4, but also for potential problem vehicles like this one. I don't know how well the LS460 would be in a climate like Southern California's High Desert. Thank you AMD for this enlightening video!

I have a 2013 ls460 (face-lift model) I've had it since November of 2022. Had the valley plate leak fixed under warranty. Haven't had any other issues. Car has air suspension and never had an issue with it. It also an awd model. It was maintained very well always at lexus from the carfax history. If you want an Ls460 just get a 2013+. It's crazy to see all the issues these are having. My car has 106k miles

Thanks for your honesty! Peoples buy for cheap price a luxury car but forget that when needing repairs , it is still a $100 000 dollars car and parts cost for that $100 000 dollars car, not the $8000 that they paid........

Dude you are very elaborate and well spoken Best of luck for future endeavors

Love the terminology festival of issues lol ahmed love your humor! Great video throughly explained by the Lexus Master! Folks take notes! Ahmed goes above and beyond! Another great video to add to the arsenal 👏

2 years ago I lucked out and found a retiring "One Owner" RWD "MINT" 2007 LS460 perfectly maintained (141k miles with no accidents) with all Lexus service records, customer had just had the control arms replaced and a full service/inspection (verified) done by Lexus right before before he decided to sell it...Was not cheap (it's now my daily driver) but so far it's only been in at Lexus for routine 5k services, a bad vacuum hose and a tire pressure sensor...You are correct, they can be "very" expensive cars to work on, but I knew that going in...I also own a 97 LS400 and a 2022 LC500, LOVE THEM ALL!!!👍☺

LS430 all day!!!

I've learned a good amount on this channel especially for my 2010 Toyota Camry V6 (34550 original miles) and other Toyota and Lexus cars! The best part is that you don't cut corners and I really appreciate that! Great video!

Very Helpful information. God bless you!

thanks for info, the best!

Regards from Athens Greece...the poor relatives...LS200!❤

AMD, I feel you are asking a rhetorical question but if you really want an answer - LS 430. 😉 It sounds like the most expensive car in the whole Lexus /Toyota universe is a cheap LS 460.

Honest mechanics are hard to find, you are a rare one. Great information, I’m an avid follower, keep up the good work 👍

I owned an LS430 and loved it but I next went to an ES because I heard so many bad things regarding the LS460. Looks like I made the right call.

I own a 2013 ls460 bought it used in 2016. Not an issue what so ever

What about the final year 2017 ls460? After the double facelift i feel they would fix everything

THANK YOU! love your videos.

Glad I've watched your LS460 videos. For a while I was seriously considering buying a 2010ish model. Now I'm aiming more towards the GS350 awd models.

We JUST bought a 2008 Lexus LS460 RWD 103k originally from Atlanta & was previously owned by a telecom CEO. All service records from new, hopefully it isn’t a dud lol Will be going to you for our first service!

I have that specific car in RWD. 2011 LS 460 RWD with Sport Package. I bought this over a Mercedes/BMW for all the reasons you always talk about. I did my research and bought one with the control arms already done, as well as the leak in the engine valley, in other words, I did my research BUT...I hadn't come across your page. I feel like I bought a good one, and I'm still pretty sure I need to get rid of it soon after watching LS-related videos. Since ownership, I've lost the trunk actuator (replaced it myself, there's a guy on ebay who rebuilds them), the column tilt/telescoping is out, and it has a voltage leak that kills the battery after a few days. On the place side, drives great, handles well, power settings and air suspension work but now, all I can think of...is when? When is the big bill coming?

Great video as always, with your help I have been DIY lexus for years, ( LS430,GS350,LS460 )one thing I do is take of the PLASTIC covers off the engine they retain all the heat over the engine ,except the air intake on the front to keep air cooler, I find the plastic fittings don't go hard, also easy to see around the engine bay, one bonus you can hear the wonderful V8 a bit better

I had a 93 Lexus ES300 and loved it. I want to buy one again.