1997 Lexus ES

Used Lexus is worth it

By Crystal on Wednesday, April 24, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 330,000

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I have had my car for only 3 years but my brother had it for several years prior. I of course did not buy it new. The thing is, I have added approx 200,000 miles on it in my short 3 years and have had no major costly problems. Despite all that driving and how old it is it still drives like it's a new car. My point here is that if you can't afford a new car or just think they're not worth the $$ (like I do) then I recommend old luxury cars. Because even though I don't have all the fancy stuff new cars have, I still don't feel like I'm driving a cheap vehicle that will break down any moment. Lexus is awesome!"

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Bought a used 97 Lexus ES 300 the best used car

By Riz (VA) on Saturday, April 13, 2013

I owned and sold this car
Reason: Upgrade to another lexus - My approximate mileage is 204,000

Pros: "Genuine leather interior,comfortable on long drive"

Cons: "Cup holders and Radio secreen"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought used 1997 ES 300 in 2008. It was high milage at 169000 at the time. I was very skeptical about high miles but I fell in love with the car at first sight. This car never gave me any problem and I sold it in Mrach 2013 with 204000 miles on it. No problem what so ever in 4 years. only changed Altenator & Battery and off course changed tires. Great experience with Lexus will buy another one any time, actually looking to buy a 1999 ES 300. Great car and nice safety with luxry"

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very reliable and high quality

By sam88 (CA) on Thursday, March 28, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 90,000

Pros: "everything"

Cons: "cup holders and the side windows do not have frame"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"my lexus only had 90,000mi on it.it is black on black and looks very nice. it has not gave me any problems... I also have a 1995 es300 with 230.000mi on it and still running strong and could easily go for another 100.000miles."

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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So happy I bought this car over 2 years ago!!!

By honestreviewer (MN) on Wednesday, February 20, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 165,000

Pros: "residual value, ownership costs used, reliability"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I am a college student and I have always had my eye on the Lexus brand. Having owned a '98 Mercedes ES320 and an '02 Acura TL in the past I was hoping Lexus wouldn't let me down. I have owned the car for 2 years now and the only thing I have had to do was replace the battery and bought new tires. Two years ago I purchased the car (I got a great deal) for $4,500 from a private party, flash ahead 2 years...and the trade in value is about that much. It amazes me how much these vehicles retain there used car value, and you can often ask $3,000 for a Lexus with over 250,000 miles on it because people know they run like a charm past 300,000 miles if well taken care of. After 13 years I started getting rust around the back wheels (this is a MN car after all). Leather seats are still in great shape, road noise is at a minimum, nice fuel economy (averaging 24) in the summer months around town, highway is about 28. The only thing I can't stand are the cup holders...unless it's a can of soda, it will tip over. I kept my Mercedes for less than a year...if things could go wrong...they did, and none of it was covered under the $4,600 extended warrantee I purchased. My Acura I kept for 5 years, great car but started to have transmission problems and it only had 89,000 miles on it. I am sure there are bad Lexus cars out there...but just like everything else you have to do your research before buying a car. My car came with a CarFax as well as all maintenance paperwork completed since day 1. My graduation gift to myself will be the 2015 Lexus IS C or the 2015 Lexus GS. I love my car and am already looking forward to having 2 Lexus vehicles in my driveway!!!"

6 people out of 6 found this review helpful

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Worst car ive owned

By roger on Friday, November 09, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 175,000

Pros: "none"

Cons: "Too many to list"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 1

"I got this car after owning a BMW and it has been nothing but problems. Ive had it for less then a year and already have a transmission rebuilt and engine overhall. I will never buy another Lexus again. BMW all the way."

3 people out of 30 found this review helpful

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Best Most Dependable Luxury car I have ever owned

By aussie44 (AZ) on Sunday, October 21, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 105,000

Pros: "everything"

Cons: "NONE"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Bought new with chrome wheels and adjustable suspension. Everything has worked perfectly since I have owned the car. Only put new tires and brakes on the car. I did install a new timing belt at 100k per dealer recommendation. Never had any issues because everything just works. Many people have tried to buy it from me but since it works so well I think I will keep it for a long time."

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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