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  1. IanA2
    Tried that in the past, didn't really identify a fault, but new petrol cap worked. I'm pretty sure Toyota (for it is their cap) know about this. Only reason I bother with it is for MoT. In fact like the OP, our car runs fine.
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    Might sound odd, but try cleaning or replacing your petrol cap......
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    I had a '98 a few years ago with a fair bit less mileage on it. Kept it long enough to know I'd prefer the V8 version so chopped it in. Lovely car. Enjoy.
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    Looks nice to me, possibly a bit optimistic on price, but I guess there are fewer good examples around. Anyway, the V8 is better 🙂
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    Thanks that's good to know. I agree with the build quality MB comparison.
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    Thanks for taking the time to post your experience. Since the decline of MB Lexus have been a revelation. On my third Lexus since my (partial) "divorce" from MB (still have a very elderly G), and I think you've pretty much covered my thoughts/feeling about the 400h, or indeed older L's in general. That said, I'm in the Peterborough area and there's seem to be no Indies around. I'm wondering if the local Toyota main dealer would give it the once over. It's not something I've ever asked a main dealer to do but I suppose there's no harm asking.
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    1. New to me. Never had any form of electric vehicle. So, yes, new fangled. 2. Diesel vehicles are imho, spawn of the devil. I have no interest in them and am only vaguely aware of what a DPF is, so not really a reference point for me. 3. I'm good on crystal sets.
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    Ok, I've spotted a 57 plate that interests me. If it was petrol I'd 95% certain I'd buy it, but these new fangled battery things..... Realistically, if the battery is shot, what's level of pain likely to be. I know that's a sort of how long and string question, but a ball park idea might be comforting. It's done a bit over100,000 and (allegedly) has a full Lexus History. There isn't a Lexus dealer nearby, but there is a good Toyota, I was thinking of giving them a ring and asking if they'd check it over for me. Any thoughts folks?
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    Regarding the tape player. I too have one and use a cassette adaptor & iPod. Works fine.
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    I've had both Varta (fitted by MB iirc) and Yuasa over the years, both very good,
  11. IanA2
    I wonder if Optima do a small battery. I've looked at their Blue Tops but can't establish if they do a bike size. ETA: Looks like they don't. Have you looked at Varta? https://www.optimabatteries.com/en-us/experience/2013/10/does-optima-make-motorcycle-battery
  12. IanA2
    Interesting. When you describe the battery as "small", is that in physical or power terms?
  13. IanA2
    Fingers crossed: https://www.lexus.co.uk/owners/warranty/
  14. IanA2
    That's a bugger, what's the rust warranty like? Any good?
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    This is more my style..... Bugati
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    Aye, I had it all done in my 430, so I’ve an idea of the cost. The one I have in mind is due, or should just have had the belt and pump done, so if it hasn’t I will be factoring that in. Good to know the battery is sound at 128K.
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    1. Thanks, I could have sworn the 3.3 engine was chain. Oh well... 2. Excellent 3. Fingers crossed it's just a grand. I'd feel more secure buying an older car if it was. RX350's are like hens' teeth
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    So, hope everyone had a peaceful healthy and enjoyable break and that the NY will bring more of the same. There's a 57 plate possibility on offer which is a wee bit older than I would have liked. At around 100K its's done about low(ish) average mileage and looks ok. Am I right in thinking: 1. The 400h is a chain and not a belt? 2. It doesn't have air suspension? 3. A new battery set up could be had for around a grand? As ever, thanks all.
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    Yup, my GS430 from Oct 2000 is sweet as a nut.
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    Do Let us know how you get on...
  21. IanA2
    I'm looking at a Hybrid 57 plate hybrid with a bit over 100,000. May I ask how many miles there are on the clock? John's comment that Lx have never admitted to a failed battery is comforting. Thanks.
  22. IanA2
    That did the trick, safely installed. Thanks to everyone who helped. Maybe that Video should be a sticky.
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    That looks like the biz. MrsIA2 will have another go. Will report back.
  24. IanA2
    The dealer will tell me what I already know, it’s under the dash on driver side. I know there is one as I’ve had readings from it before. If I had a pic, I could see precisely where the port is and not have to spend a minute more than absolutely necessary in agony.
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    That's pretty much what I thought, a pic would be great otherwise I'll have to risk my ancient back and find it tomorrow...!!
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