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Thanks Guys, That answers that very nicely. Simon.

Hi all, well I'm just about to do it and buy one of these fab cars. Having checked out the specs against my budget, I think I'm going to get a Mk 3, hopefully for between 4 and 5 k with 80-120 k miles. Even some trade cars on www.autotrader.co.uk come with 12 months warranty (might not be worth much, but better than no warranty at all I guess), It just seems such good value. Any way, does the Mk3 have a trip computer, giving overall MPG, MPH average etc. I just don't seem to be able to find any details about it any where. I've looked in a few brochures as well as on the lexus.co.uk web site where the different models are spec'd out in pdf files. Does any one with an LS400 have a trip computer? What information does the trip computer give to the driver? Thanks in advance, Simon. :D

Try this, Breaking a 1993 Lexus LS400 UK SPEC, All parts available including Leather trim To purchase any of the parts of this car please call JAS on 0208 421 9586. Don't know whats left, but must be worth a call. Hendon I think. Simon

Steve, I'm also looking for an LS400, What benifits/extras do I really get from the Mk III/95-on model instead of the Mk II? Simon

I'm on the trail to buy my first LS400 (Mk III hopefully, may be a late Mk II)and have now seen a couple of cars. Where will I find the chassis no, engine no and VIN so that I can check them against the log book (V5)? Obviously the engine no is on the engine, but where abouts on the monster? Also, I'm looking at insurance, any recomendations??? Currently the house and my partners car is with direct line and the have quoted me £476 with full NCD which includes a loyalty discount of 10%. Thanks in advance. Simon

Thanks Colin, I have compared the specs and the main differences in models can be summerised by: Mk I introduced in June 1990. Mk II (from Nov 92) : As Mk I PLUS better MPG (+1.6@75mph to 28.8) larger tyres, from 205/65 to 225/60 larger brake disk diameter (F/R dia from 10.8/11.4 to 11.6/12.0) Side Impact Bars driver and pass air bags seat belt tensioners individually heated seats less boot capacity down from 16.03 ft3 to 15.2 Mk III (from Jan 95) : As Mk II PLUS restyled body, moreareodynamic (Cd down from .29 to .27) more MPG (+0.6@75mph to 29.4) faster acceleration to 60, (down from 8.3 s to 7.4 s) engine compression ratio up from 10.0:1 to 10.4:1 260BHP up from 241. torque of 269 ftlb up from 258 "Sequential" fuel injection wheelbase increased by 3.5cm to 285cm kerb weight of 1725kg, down by 90kg increased boot capacity up from 15.2 ft3 to 17.0 shocks changed from gas filled to hydraulic larger brake disk diameter (F/R dia from 11.6/12.0 12.4/12.1) tighter turning circle 11m down to 10.6m improved anti-corrosion protection ABS is now Computer Controlled high mounted rear stop lamp Radio has RDS features Mk IV (from Jan 98) : As Mk III PLUS more MPG (+1mpg@75mph to 30.4) Faster acceleration to 60, (down from 7.4 s to 6.9 s) Engine compression up to 10.5, 280BHP, 293 ft3 and VVTi (variable vale timing) kerb weight up ti 1815kg, up by 90kg smaller boot capacity down from 17ft3 to 16.4 shocks now gas filled again anti-dive suspension geometry Vehicle Stability Control High Intensity Discharge headlamps, auto leveling & luminance sensing Electronic Throttle Control System 5 speed Electronicly Controlled transmission (was 4 speed) Front seat side air bags Much more electronic aids, sat nav & comuter etc. So now my buying experience is going to be a much better informed one.

Hi, I'm a newbie to Lexus and also this great site. I'm seriously ready to experience my first Lexus and am doing some research first. Great site, I've been reading it for hours and there looks to be great support about. When I am looking at LS400's how do I tell a MK I from a MK IV, I beleive there are 4 model ? What are the specification difference between the models. I suppose I am more interested in the mk I/II &III as I can't affor a IV yet. Apart from service history, what else should I be carefull about when looking for a used LS400? Many thanks in advance Simon