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Lexus LS XF30 (3rd Generation, LS 430)

20012006 · XF30 · sedan

The LS 430 replaced the LS 400 nameplate with a larger 3UZ-FE 4.3L V8 and arguably the most over-engineered chassis Lexus has ever shipped. Many enthusiasts consider this the peak of Lexus flagship quality. Air-suspension trims (Ultra Luxury packages) and standard coil-spring trims are both available.

Watch out: Owner reports of air-suspension compressor and bag failures on the Ultra Luxury packages (the conversion to coilovers is a common older-car solution). 3UZ-FE timing belt every 90k miles, VVT-i oil line concerns shared with related Toyota V8s, and aging navigation DVD drives on early units.

Full clubhouse — owner Garage Lineage, common problems, year-by-year notes, and product picks — is on the build list.

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