Gordyb

Thanks for the reply, I have a 2000 plate which was the crossover year so I am assuming that the 2001-2002 part number will be the one. The car is currently at the dealership who, I amazed to say, have been very friendly, helpful and not a fraction of the cost I was expecting. I have given them instruction to srtip the steering column down so check and replace bushes and motors that have stopped working whilst I am also looking for a spare online. Even the service manager is asking through the trade to try and help source used parts. As I have told them it is a works car so needs to work not be all shiney and new. As you suggested though parts are very hard to find! Any good suggestions for used lexus parts suppliers would be greatly appreciated.

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My LS430 refused to unlock the steering lock the other day and so it had to be recovered to the Lexus dealership where they advised me that I would need a new steering column assembly and a new steering lock assembly. As they have not seen a problem like this before they have advised that a used part will be more than good enough to replace the old one but they are mighty hard to source. Does anyone know if the steering column from any other model will fit the LS430 or where I can locate a used steering column for a LS430? Please someone help..... :duh: