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Spacewagon52

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  1. I too would not like to go back to a manual gearbox. A few years ago I would never have considered an automatic, considering it took the fun out of driving. Now in my more mature years I have completely changed my opinion. The motoring world has changed and driving is not as relaxing, especially in built-up areas. The hybrid system on Lexus cars is incredibly clever - it never fails to amaze me. Battery to Wheels / Engine to Wheels / Engine to Battery / Wheels to Battery Battery and Engine to Wheels! Just so clever. I would have considered it almost impossible, back in the 1970's, to get 45 mpg out of a 2.5 litre engine!
  2. My initial thoughts about Stop/Start was that the starter motor must take quite a hammering! Am I correct?
  3. Took a friend from Kent to Essex and back, for him to buy a car (don't ask the make or model!). My LS 400 averaged 32 mpg over 175 miles. He commented what a comfortable car the LS 400 was to ride in! I could not agree with him more!
  4. Seriously, car manufacturers could save money and not fit them! I use Google maps and when that is interupted I open a map!
  5. The steering on my NX300h feels heavier than my LS400. It depends what you have been driving previously? Some cars have very light steering. More modern Lexus cars seem to be more weighted. I stand to be corrected!
  6. An article in The Telegraph, suggests Toyota have abondoned hydrogen in favour of new battery technology. In the Japan Mobility Show all the Toyota and Lexus cars on show were electric. Anyone else seen the areticle?
  7. MOT gives bodywork / corrosion issues and oil leak - no MOT yet. 276,000 miles - quite fantastic condition considering the mileage.
  8. The listing will have gone by now, over 6 months later.
  9. Dennis, Mileage is not as important as condition and service history. If the car does have a full Lexus service history and is in good condition I would certainly consider it at the price. Used cars have increased greatly in price since 2020 - all used vehicles appear expensive to me.
  10. To be fair Malc there has been no issues apart from consumables. The only "repair" I have had done was the parking brake mechanism. I was really talking about long term reliability - but as you have stated before, it will probably see me out!
  11. Lexus cars do mend themselves sometimes!
  12. The first question to ask yourself is - can you afford to run the Jag throughout the year? If not a SORN for 6 months will help a little. The answer may be yes but other factors muddy the waters. The RX is a very practical car, compared to the Jag. Would you be able to live your lifestyle with just the Jag? The ongoing costs of the Jaguar might make you feel uneasy, even if you can afford it. You need to weigh all these ponderables and either let your head rule your heart or the other way round! I would be interested to know what you decide and why! I have a similar "problem" with my LS400. I don't really need to run two cars. I do a low mileage in the LS for the cost of insurance and road tax. Whenever I drive it - I do not wish to part with it. I will never be able to get another example like it. As I rely on garages to maintain my cars, the crunch will come when I need to decide whether to spend money on the old girl or say goodbye. As people have stated, the LS 400 is getting on in years and there must come a time when it gets to the point that they are either too expensive to fix or can't be fixed. If I had to make a choice between my NX300h and the LS - the NX would win for many sensible reasons. They main ones being practicality and reliability.
  13. I LOVE Ghost Ship! But sadly it gives me terrible wind and rthe wife has banned me drinking it. I am on the wagon for November but am stocking up with Abbot Ale!
  14. A good itch to scratch. I would want to see the car first - a long way to travel unless you want a day out in Norwich!
  15. Welcome Mike. Which Lexus model do you have?
  16. It is perfectly reasonable and possible to run these cars fairly cheaply. I presume you know about swapping the radiator (100,000 mils?)?
  17. Yes, on my LS400. Also had them on previous car. I considered them good value overall. I don't drive enthusiastically, so can't comment on the handling. Decent wear intervals - depending on price, would have them again
  18. There is no denying they are lovely cars to sit in. The wait for an expensive repair to occur would drive me mad!
  19. There will be many buyers out there who have know idea about the thefts and insurance hikes. I doubt a Lexus salesman will warn them!
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