Highlights

Lexus luxuries and refinements galore
Three registered keepers from new, one owner for 22 years
Immaculately presented
Lexus Main Dealer serviced from new
ULEZ Compliant

The Appeal

Designed to take the fight to Mercedes, the third-generation Lexus LS arrived in 2001, boasting a longer wheelbase, a more powerful V8, and new technology features that upped the game in the limousine segment. By this point the LS had cemented itself as Lexus’s flagship thanks to its majestic lines and a reputation for exemplary comfort and refinement. As a result, this model has earned ‘modern classic' status.

'If you know, you know’ in terms of sophistication and luxury, this 2001 example presents in top order with an impressive Lexus main dealer service history and includes two timing belt changes along the way. With naughties Luxo-barges continuing to grow in popularity, this presents a great opportunity to get into a silky-smooth waft-mobile in quite outstanding condition.

The History and Paperwork

Purchase new in April 2001 at Lexus Motorline, Canterbury
Registered to a professional contractor for the first year
Then one keeper for the next 22 years
Original Lexus leather wallet present with owners handbook and guides
7 Lexus Main Dealer Service stamps in the book to 2011
8 page printout supplied by Lexus Sidcup, documents continued Main Dealer maintenance to 09/10/2024
Includes timing belt kit replacements at 60,308 miles (2011) and 85,717 miles (2019)
Lexus CD Rom navigation disc present in original packaging
Mot'd until 23 March 2025
X2 Lexus remote locking keys
ULEZ Compliant

The Condition

Silver paintwork presents beautifully with only minor chips and blemishes, plus a small scuff to the rear bumper lower valance corner
On the back of one of the roof rack channels, there is a small paint flake
Scuff on one of the wing mirror casings
No obvious signs of repair or issues
All shut-lines look entirely clean and even
Beige perforated leather upholstery is in top order
Beige carpets in excellent order, preserved by deep pile overmats
Headlining appears in perfect order
Luxuries seem never ending, the LS430’s quality finish can be exemplified perfectly by the soft-close grab handles
The rear of the car is a lovely place to be - radio controls, air-condition controls, window blinds, vanity mirrors, electric heated seats and a drinks cooler can all be found in the back.
The quality continues in the front of the cabin with heated and ventilated seats, air suspension controls, electric headrests and power-adjustable steering column
6-disc in-dash CD changer, navigation system and Mark Levinson premium audio system
Double glazed windows all round - door windows have minor bottom edge fog clouding
Wood interior cappings all in great condition
Like a lot of Japanese cars for this era the wheels are subject to some oxidation however still appear smart
Spare wheel, jack and tool kit all present
Additional Lexus tool kit in boot recess presentation case

The Mechanics

Silky-smooth 4.3-litre VVTI V8 power plant producing 278 horsepower
Automatic 5-Speed transmission
Power-assisted steering
Electrically adjustable front and rear leather seats
Appears unmodified and presented in factory specification
Very clean under-bonnet presentation with fresh-looking fluids
Starts with ease and settles into a whisper-quiet idle
The owner reports the car as driving with effortless power, smooth transmission and free of any known faults

The newly registered keeper owns an IS300 already and has found that at 16.5ft long, his new limousine is a full 2ft longer than his current Lexus and will not fit properly into his garage. With this being one of the most cosseted surviving examples, it is hoped that someone with ample garaging will preserve this fabulous machine.

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