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The Joy Of A Cost Saving Purchase Of Quality Lexus Spares From Car Breakers That Is Environmentally Friendly

Searching for cheap and green spares for Lexus cars? Lexus car breakers present an affordable alternative to buying new or even locally created parts. From engine parts or suspension parts to even interiors, these breakers have it all and recycle their wastes by offering other car parts at a cheaper price compared to the brand new ones. A number of these parts are invariably tested and proven effective and efficient. Most of Lexus car breakers have a stock of even the most rarely used parts that is why it is economic and environmental friendly to the drivers. Have a look at Lexus spares now to furnish the right spare parts.

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Goodbye 2018

By, Elvis Minaya

Well it’s been a long, tiresome year, and I’d be doing myself a great disservice if I just said goodbye and moved on to the next year. 2018, you’ve been the roughest year of my life so far; dealing with situations in my military life, my finances, personal and family life.

It’s been a lot. I lost a lot but I also gained so much more from it. I lost my sense of security, who I was and what I wanted to do in my life. I created a huge distance between myself and my family. I lost my way in the world finance digging myself a hole so deep that I don’t even know how I’ll manage to get out. I got sucked into the social media craze, wanting the attention that so many social media influencers have nowadays. This year really took its toll on me.

I worked so hard this year on my photography and videography skills and didn’t gain the recognition I wanted. But at the end of the day this world isn’t about what we want rather than what we deserve, regardless I thought I was deserving. I remember asking myself, “Am I just wasting my time, getting into a saturated market with the hopes of one day being successful but never having it come to fruition?” I questioned myself for a long time. During that time I found love, and at first my gears shifted. I stopped being stressed out about the future and started living in the moment. But later on I realized that that was just as bad as the other habits I had developed. I started travelling, not really caring too much about having a solid savings plan and those two things is what really impacted my life the most. Travelling and exploring is what afforded me to have the most humbling and sobering experiences. Seeing how other cultures interacted with people and the mannerisms really made me open my eyes. Although I didn’t go to many places, what I did when I went to those places is what mattered the most. The people that I met, the relationships I created, the lifestyle I lived in that moment of time - that is what made me open my eyes. I valued simple things that others wouldn’t bother paying attention to, I tried to appreciate everything in life. I looked at everything from a different perspective and tried to adopt a new personality. But not in a fake way, it was more like me realizing that my old ways weren’t as good for me as I thought they were, and being around more and more people that just radiated good energy made me want to be more like them. That’s when I lived in japan; there was always an internal conflict between wanting to be a care free person who respected everyone, who always smiled, who laughed, who talked about the simple pleasures in life, who people would gravitate towards and being the rough image of how military personnel should behave and act. It was in that moment that I knew that I was done with the military lifestyle. I was done lying to myself and living a life I did not want to live, being a person I did not want to be.

You know… I think it’s funny how when I start talking about impactful events in my life and some of my troubles I always end up talking for hours about the military. Of its benefits and it’s many, many flaws. Nevertheless I am more than grateful for the experiences I’ve had in it.

After I came back from japan that’s when things really started to ramp up. I bought my first car, a 2007 Lexus IS250. It was a really fun car but right now as I’m writing this, it’s sitting in a repair shop. The amount of times that I’ve had to dump money into that car in the short period of time that I’ve had it is unreal. Sometimes I regret buying it and think about selling it but other times I just want to fix it and keep it until it becomes a classic. Growing up I always wanted to have a nice car, I always the neck breaker when I walked past people. In the early years of my life I was nothing but the quiet kid that no one really noticed until I did something dumb or outlandish. Coming back to present day I wanted to have what I couldn’t afford to have back in those days. Even though I couldn’t necessarily afford it now either, I had the means of obtaining it now. So I got it, and that was the dumbest thing I did that hurt me financially in 2018. A decision made out of pride and desire, one of the many dumb decisions I have to live with every day.

To summarize the bad, there was a lot of it, and I won’t look back and let it define my future but I won’t just ignore it and continue to make the same mistakes.

With all those mistakes I also learned how to love and how to connect with people. I went through a journey of self-discovery that is unique to me and only me. I rediscovered what I wanted to do in my life, and my purpose. I found out who my real friends are and who was just sticking around for the ride. I learned to lower walls to let new people in, and to not take things for granted and appreciate what you have. I learned to not want more than what you have, and to be loyal to what is yours.

You’ve given me a lot. A lot of lessons. The good go hand in hand with the bad, and I’m still trying to figure out my future, but I have a good idea of where to start. So long 2018.

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Fault diagnosis method of Lexus automobile electrical parts

What problems did you encounter while driving a Lexus car? For the diagnosis of Lexus automobile electrical parts failure, here Guangzhou Zhenhui introduces five common methods for you, allowing you to easily find the point of failure. I hope you will not be helpless in the event of a car breakdown, and you can make corresponding countermeasures.

(1) Intuitive diagnosis method. This method is relatively simple and fast. It does not require other meters and instruments to detect electrical appliances. It is directly based on the experience and feeling of the repairer to detect and eliminate the fault. When there is a problem in a certain part of the automobile electrical appliances, it will often show abnormal smoke, sparks, abnormal noise, and excessive temperature. Maintenance personnel can quickly find the fault location through senses such as touch, sight, smell, etc., combined with their own car repair experience.

(2) The method of touching the iron and scratching the fire and the inspection method of the light test. The iron-touching method has a certain degree of danger. Its specific operation method is to connect a section of the wire to the terminal of the electrical appliance, and use the other end of the wire to scrape the flame with the engine block or car body. Whether the sequence is from back to front, or from front to back, the position of the disconnection can be found in a relatively short period of time. This method is a way to check the circuit in an emergency. Be especially careful during operation. The time for the wire and the car body to scratch should be as short as possible, and it must be done when the engine is stopped to prevent the generator from being damaged and the wiring harness from being burned. This method is only suitable for use when some electrical equipment fails.

(3) Comparative inspection method. It is to compare the malfunctioning Lexus with normal vehicles of the same kind to determine the malfunction. The specific operation method is as follows: compare the resistance, voltage and current measured on different parts of the faulty car with the relevant data measured on the same part of the normal vehicle, and make important observations on the parts with large differences between the two. Check to find out where the fault is.

(4) High pressure diagnosis method. The high-voltage diagnostic method refers to a method of using Lexus high-voltage power to check the faults of some electrical parts of Lexus vehicles. This method is often used in the inspection of the split fire head. The specific operation method is as follows: The distance between the socket of the spark splitter and the spark wire is about 5mm, and the contact of the breaker is moved with a screwdriver. If there is no flashover in the spark splitter, it means that the spark splitter is not damaged. If there is a flashover phenomenon in the fire splitter, it means that the fire splitter is damaged.

(5) Instrument inspection method. It refers to a method for maintenance personnel to judge Lexus car electrical failures by observing the indications of related instruments such as ammeters, oil pressure gauges, water temperature gauges, and gasoline gauges on Lexus cars.

There are many ways to diagnose the faults of Lexus auto electrical parts, so I won't describe them one by one here. It is worth noting that when a Lexus car's electrical device fails, it is best not to dismantle or unload it. Based on the failure phenomenon, careful diagnosis is the best policy.

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2020 Lexus RX: First Impressions of the Updated Multimedia System

For many luxury SUV shoppers, the Lexus RX’ unconventional multimedia system has been a deal-breaker. The overly complicated and distracting touchpad interface could drive even the most tech-savvy of people to lose their minds. With the arrival of the refreshed 2020 Lexus RX, the infotainment system now has a touchscreen and smartphone integration. Have the changes paid off? At the crossover’s reveal, we were able to go hands-on with the updated interface. Here’s what we learned.

Using the touchpad is now optional

The touchpad (and the mouse-like interface that came before it) has been perhaps the most controversial part of the Lexus multimedia system. Widely criticized for its lack of intuitiveness and overly sensitive nature, the interface has been relegated to the bottom of the infotainment pack, especially when compared to units like FCA’s Uconnect system.

The addition of a touchscreen on the 2020 Lexus RX does much to improve the experience. After playing around with it, we learned the screen responds in a timely manner; you’re not waiting more than a few seconds for things to load. Consumers more familiar with touchscreen interfaces should appreciate how easy the new system is to use. There’s minimal lag, and it seems quick enough that it doesn’t complain if you input one too many commands all at once.

(Mostly) seamless integration of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

Smartphone integration is now one of the key multimedia tech features consumers look for, and the 2020 Lexus RX is the first model in the brand’s lineup to cater to both Apple and Android operating systems. Lexus had two cars at the event; one had Android Auto active, and the other had Apple CarPlay. Operating the apps through the new touchscreen feels more natural than using the touchpad, which is a hassle, especially on the move.

Apple CarPlay integrates surprisingly well with the massive 12.3-inch touchscreen and makes use of the available real estate in the display. Android Auto, on the other hand, uses only part of the screen, leaving plenty of space for other widgets. Until Google’s latest updates arrive this summer, Android users will need to deal with this layout for another month or so. When that comes out, the empty space will house a small window showing things like the song you’re playing on Spotify.

Same layout means some compromises

Based on our short time with the updated interface, we think there are a few more usability issues that need to be addressed. Lexus didn’t change the tiny icons to compensate for the added touchscreen functionality, which means you have to take your eyes off the road just a wee bit longer. Additionally, the whole layout hasn’t changed; there’s no home button, so you still need to use those buttons positioned just above the touchpad.

Despite these compromises, the updated multimedia system on the 2020 Lexus RX is a big step up. What we’ve seen hints at a less complicated setup that should be easier to adjust to, unlike the current system, which often makes it difficult to perform even simple functions.

The post 2020 Lexus RX: First Impressions of the Updated Multimedia System appeared first on MotorTrend.

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Project final options roundup thingamabob!

So, I sometimes plan things out to a ridiculous degree, particularly when it comes to cars. Lots of things wax and wane as options, slowly changing over time as to what is and isn’t possible.

I love motorcycles, and I’m really excited to work on one - later in the future. Wabi Sabi is definitely staying a motorcycle. But for now, not so much. It makes more sense with the life I’m currently living to have a vehicle I can use for Uber as my next project. That means no motorcycle, and for now no Wabi-Sabi. 

It also interestingly means no Crown Victoria or Grand Marquis as neither can be Ubered in Boston, which I absolutely wasn’t expecting. They seem like perfect Uber vehicles, but I guess they don’t want Ubers being confused with Taxi’s and being allowed to do stuff private cars can’t.

This needs to do five things in spades:

Be something I’d want to work on as a first car, and not have prohibitive rust or a transmission through the firewall or some other “oh holy shit what the everloving and almighty fuck did that” type repair. 

Fit into my life without shoving a shiv into my already precarious finances. This includes running costs, future and immediately needed parts cost, the cost of the thing itself, and it needs to be Uber-able.

Be something I can love. I want something I’d love to drive, to look at, to be in - but more then that, a car needs to have a personality for me to love it. It needs a name - beyond Project: Wabi Sabi, which I’m starting to think might be given to a different project as this is no longer a fitting title.

It has to be something that will work for Ubering. That means in the event it’s capable of making ridiculous noises, that has to be controllable. It also means it has to have decent handling and brakes - a must in negotiating Boston traffic - while not being a back breaker over the occasional pothole.

It needs to be something that isn’t just for this project. Yes, it has to do everything above - but I want this to be something that can be far more if we applied effort and 

So, what fits?

First of all, pretty much everything from BMW or Audi is flat out. Parts cost suck. Same thing for Lexus, Acura, and Infiniti.

Sadly, anything Subaru is out. While it is certainly something that fits the bill in terms of three and four, and there are a couple that fit the first requirement, parts costs for a Subaru are complicated. Tires cost just as much as any other car - but if you don’t replace all four at once you can fuck up the four wheel drive system. Same thing with the drive shafts. Transmissions are commonly referred to as “made of glass” by enthusiasts and aren’t cheap to come by. This, sadly, all adds up to a deal-breaker.

Saab’s are also out. They are all cars that didn’t part share well and the manufacturer has gone under, so while buying one may be cheap, owning one definitely isn’t. 9-2x’s, commonly known as Saabaru’s, would have been exceptions to this except ... well, see above.

Volvo’s first generation S40 was a tempting option because cheap parts are not uncommon and they can be a joy to drive, but I’ve had a strangely emotionally charged reaction from them. And the S70 isn’t an option because the generation I’d want (the box on wheels one) wasn’t made late enough, and parts for the model after start getting scary.

Honda Civics have gotten weirdly expensive with the parts you’d want and a number of commonly needed parts. Nissan’s Versa and Sentra don’t fit well for point 5, electronic steering is stupidly hard to work with and I don’t envy trying to make that work. The Altima/Maxima options I have seen almost universally have rust in the rear quarters and considering boston’s often narrow streets and ridiculous traffic, a bit big. Honda Accord’s are interesting, bit smaller then the Maxima, but still on the big size and from the years I need it needs to be a K series engined car so parts are plentiful but wanted by everyone. Toyota’s E130 Corolla is ... something I would need some unpacking to get into, as I’m not sure if I don’t like these because I’ve been told to not like them or if I don’t because they can’t be made awesome but regardless they would require expensive stuff to make fun so no.

So what’s left, after all that bloodshed?

Two options. In one corner, we have the German contender, and in the other we have the American option.

The Mk IV Jetta. Shown here with a variety of upgrades (and with a photograph that is absolutely not mine) these are cars that you can often find in the price range I’ve been looking at. They are both affordable in terms of used parts and having things you can upgrade to for fun projects. The motor that is commonly found in these is referred to as the “two point slow” because it has basically no power, but there’s the option of either finding one with a turbo motor or replacing it with the motor that had a turbo from the factory is an option, and all the Mk IV engines that fit in any Mk IV can be made to fit in another Mk IV without a ridiculous amount of engineering work, so there are even other options in terms of fun motors and eventual projects.

And it’s American counterpart:

The Neon was always looked down on. It was a common rental car (and had the interior to show for it), it was cheap to own and modify so every Fast and the Furiously Stupid fan would tape on twelve unnecessary gauges onto the dash and terrorize their local neighborhood. But they have an interesting ability - take the motor from an SRT-4 (as well as every suspension and brake bit you can get your grubby little paws on) and it turns from a rental car into a rental rocket, capable of silently transporting people and destroying Porsche’s around your local track.

The Jetta option seems like the more adult option, but the neon seems like more fun. The Jetta wouldn’t be slow, but also couldn’t compete with the ridiculous capability of the Neon. However ...

Honest answer, which would you rather be in for longer? Exactly. The first is the Neon with common mods, the second is the Jetta with common mods.

Decisions ...

 - Amy

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The Day I Got My License

“You’ve never been to prom!?”

The question I’ve gotten on a few first dates. It conveniently leads into my favorite deal breaker: Do you understand why I gave up a night of partying in order to be first in line at the DMV the next morning?

Really, that’s symbolic of my whole relationship with automobiles. WIth all the money I’ve spent on cars, I could’ve bought bottle service at every half decent club in Manhattan and LA, for every weekend of every year that I’ve had my license. Instead, I’ve spent it on a wooded back road, an interstate highway, or, occasionally, in front of a police car. 

But much like party animals, car enthusiasts never forget their first time. The day you got what looks and feels like a credit card with an embarrassing selfie on it but is really the freedom to use the entire American roadway network. The day you get your license is either the day you grow up or the day you act like a child. The choice is up to you. 

At 24 I still get giddy everytime I see a model train, so you can imagine which option I chose at 17. I was, quite literally, the first one in line at the DMV on my birthday, and no gift I’ve ever gotten has topped this one. The first (legal) drive I took by myself I was smashing my fist into the passenger seat screaming “THERE’S NOBODY HERE! THERE’S NOBODY HERE!” 

The only thing better than an adventure, is an adventure with foresight. I met up with some friends who had made it through the previous evenings’ recovery process and we headed down to the beach. 

Pause. This is a tumblr about automobiles. 

My weapon of choice was a MKV GTI with a luxury pack. Some make recognize the name: “Audi A3.” It was such a tool car. I was a tool. I didn’t care. 

My friend, who I was in convoy with, had parents who loved him much more than mine loved me. I know this to be true because they bought him a brand new Lexus IS-F. My parents merely gave me a work ethic with which to buy a car myself. Call child services. 

The other car in our crew was a bright green Mustang GT convertible. I believe a few months later, its owner forgot how to pay tolls and ended up driving into the collection booth. It was in much better shape on this day. 

After the obligatory “Dude you got your license? Oh it’s your birthday!?” We hit the road. My friend with a F body hopped in my car (his wouldn’t have made it) and we took off. Parkway South. Jersey shore baby. 

We cruised along with traffic, Drake’s “So Far Gone” was an underground mixtape blasting through my speakers, and everything was right with the world. Until my friend with the IS-F remembered what he owned and decided to take off. I was looking at the then new Camaro RS next to me when all of a sudden I heard a V8 booming obscenities in my direction. Not knowing where I was going, or how much faster his car was, I tried following. At around 105 it dawned on me that I was never gonna catch him, and eventually he slowed down. 

All great drives are equally about the destination as they are about the drive itself. We arrived at his shore house, ate a quick burger, hopped in the Mustang and drove down to the boardwalk to yell at strangers. Then we all lived happily ever after. Or so it felt at the time. 

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Economies on Lexus LS430 Spare Parts Purchased from Lexus Breakers

Owning a Lexus LS430 is definitely an experience, melding luxury with exceptionally great performance. Maintaining such a quality vehicle will surely come at a price, especially sourcing spare parts. However, there is an effective way to get your LS430 in shape, and this is by purchasing Lexus LS430 spare parts from Lexus Breakers. Here at LexusBreakers.co.uk, we have quality and affordable Lexus spares directly from trusted sources, and we endeavor to assist you to make big savings.

Why Buy Your Spare Parts from Lexus Breakers?

Places like LexusBreakers.co.uk are breakers of Lexus vehicles that might not be roadworthy anymore or are being recycled. These cars are often a goldmine of faultless parts that are found inside, ranging from engine components and body panels to electronic parts and interior fittings. This way, if you have a Lexus LS430, purchasing from Lexus Breakers will enable you to buy OEM-quality parts probably at a fraction of the cost of new ones.

Buying Lexus LS430 spare parts from Lexus Breakers means investing in quality without having to pay dealership prices. Many of them come straight off other Lexus cars, so they can be fitted and work together with your car seamlessly for a long life and great performance. Besides, the very idea of buying used parts is extremely environmentally friendly, as it cuts down on waste and encourages the recycling of valuable resources.

Save Money and Quality with Lexus LS 430 Spare Parts

One of the major reasons to consider Lexus breakers is the tremendous cost savings. New parts for luxury cars such as the LS430 will usually run in at a big expense; used ones from Lexus Breakers, on the other hand, are far cheaper. Here's a breakdown of how you can save by sourcing parts from a reliable breaker:

Larger Purchase Price: You can buy Lexus spares directly from the breakers and therefore avoid retail markups that can save 30 to 70 percent over the purchase of new parts at a dealership.

Lower Labor Costs: Many spare parts for the Lexus LS430 model are quite easy to replace with much simplicity, enabling you to make some repairs yourself by saving on mechanic fees and having hands-on experience with your car.

Extended Vehicle Life: The good quality used parts would extend your car's life, Lexuc LS430, and delay the costly replacements or upgrade necessary and keep your car reliable over a period.

Top Selling Lexus LS 430 Spare Parts to Buy from Lexus Breakers

Lexus LS430 owners commonly resort to breakers in order to buy a spare for both common repairs as well as customization. Some of the top selling spare parts of Lexus LS430 are:

Engine Components: Everything from fuel injectors to intake manifolds is highly in demand for engines. Buying all these secondhand can keep your LS430 running well without having to spend a fortune.

 Body Panels: If you've had a small fender bender or need a door replacement, breakers are a great place to find one at a lower price.

Interior Fittings: The interior of luxury cars like the LS430 is highly detailed and hence very expensive to replace with new components. Everything from seats to consoles can be sourced second hand.

Things to Consider When Buying from Lexus Breakers

While it will be much cheaper to buy from a Lexus Breakers, quality is key. Here are some tips to consider:

Get the Right Sellers: LexusBreakers.co.uk sources only high-quality parts, well-inspected for good working order.

Compatibility Check: Ensure the part you buy is for your LS430 model year. It's easy to trust our team of experts who can walk you through in case you're not sure with anything, even about compatibility.

Understand Warranties and Returns: Clearly stated return policies and sometimes warranties on our parts at LexusBreakers.co.uk take care of your peace of mind.

Buying Lexus spares from breakers is a perfect solution for owners who wish to maintain their cars without spending a fortune. At LexusBreakers.co.uk, we are trying to source quality Lexus spares directly so that you can have what you need at an inexpensive price.

Why pay dealership prices, then? Visit LexusBreakers.co.uk and see for yourself how much you can save on your maintenance and repairs for your Lexus LS430. Find quality, affordable parts that will keep you cruising in style and luxury without breaking the bank.

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Non-UK / US breaker / salvage for Lexus parts? Difficulty locating headlamp via /r/cars

Non-UK / US breaker / salvage for Lexus parts? Difficulty locating headlamp

I have a Lexus GS300 2008. One headlamp is broken inside, which lets in water in winter, which kills the ballast after some time. I can't buy a new ballast every year, I need to replace the headlamp. The parts from the dealer are ridiculously expensive, not economic considering the age of the car.

So I'm going for a used part. Ebay USA has some but US headlamps are symmetric and don't pass the test standard here in Israel. UK headlamps are assymetric, but they slant the other way (right hand drive) so they'll also fail the test.

Hence I'm looking for a part from most of the rest of the world, sadly largely not English-speaking which is challenging for my Google-fu. Also Lexus is relatively rare in Europe. All of this means that finding a breaker or suitable used part is proving challenging. Does anyone have any leads?

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The Lexus LS500 Is What a Japanese Luxury Sedan Should Be

The 2019 Automobile All-Stars winners will be revealed on Saturday, March 9 at 11:00 am Eastern, but first we’re introducing—in no particular order—a few of the contenders each day this week. Head here for an All-Stars preview, and be sure to check back all week to see the contenders as they’re announced!

When Lexus launched the original LS in 1989, carrying sedate styling while providing a Japanese interpretation of the Mercedes S-class experience for E-class money, restraint was the theme. Jump ahead 30 years, and lavish SUVs are cannibalizing luxury sedan sales. Clearly, radical change was needed, and the new LS500 delivers transformation in spades.

“I think everyone has realized by now that the S-class is pretty much unbeatable when taken as a whole package,” contributor Jethro Bovingdon said. “Well, the LS is a world away from the S-class, and it couldn’t be anything but a Japanese take on luxury. We should celebrate any car that does the unexpected, and I really admire the wacky styling and unique interior. And the LS drives pretty well, too.”

He’s right. There’s a fresh, coupelike seating position along with quick steering and newfound agility at the expense of isolation compared to previous LS models. Gone is the V-8, replaced by a twin-turbo V-6 with more power and “an almost sporty engine note,” Bovingdon remarked. We applaud Lexus for taking risks with the LS, even if those risks end up being polarizing.

Speaking of, the provocative cabin sparked controversy thanks to its distinctive mix of Kiriko glass and origami-style, hand-pleated door panels. “What an exciting, beautiful, modern interior—very unexpected,” contributor Ronald Ahrens noted. Added executive editor Mac Morrison, “I am absolutely a fan of the cabin treatment. Different and cool.”

Others were less impressed. “Inside, never has such a collection of well-thought-out materials and design components come off as so chintzy,” daily new editor Conner Golden said. Editor-at-large Arthur St. Antoine piled on: “I wouldn’t be able to put up with that bejeweled interior trim without gagging.” Its interior stylings are clearly a matter of taste—and part of a $23,100 interior package if it isn’t yours.

One cabin feature you’re stuck with, though, is the infotainment system, which received a proper flogging from editors. “The interface’s twitchy mouse is a big miss,” contributor Basem Wasef noted. (Morrison said the same thing—until he figured out how to change the touchpad’s reaction speed in the settings menu.)

Although Bovingdon also had his issues with the controls, he found a lot to like about the LS: “Of course the touchpad system is truly, truly hateful, and I could easily see why that might be a deal breaker, but the rest of the car has a charm and character about it I really enjoyed. It’s a cool object, the LS, and a quality item.”

2018 Lexus LS 500 Specifications

PRICE $76,225/$112,520 
(base/as tested) ENGINE 3.5L twin-turbo DOHC 24-valve V-6; 416 hp @ 6,000 rpm, 442 lb-ft @ 1,600–4,800 rpm TRANSMISSION 10-speed automatic LAYOUT 4-door, 5-passenger, 
front-engine, RWD sedan EPA MILEAGE 19/30 mpg (city/hwy) L x W x H 206.1 x 74.8 x 57.1 in WHEELBASE 123.0 in WEIGHT 4,905 lb 0–60 MPH 4.6 sec TOP SPEED 136 mph

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Fault diagnosis method of Lexus automobile electrical parts

What problems did you encounter while driving a Lexus car? For the diagnosis of Lexus automobile electrical parts failure, here Guangzhou Zhenhui introduces five common methods for you, allowing you to easily find the point of failure. I hope you will not be helpless in the event of a car breakdown, and you can make corresponding countermeasures.

(1) Intuitive diagnosis method. This method is relatively simple and fast. It does not require other meters and instruments to detect electrical appliances. It is directly based on the experience and feeling of the repairer to detect and eliminate the fault. When there is a problem in a certain part of the automobile electrical appliances, it will often show abnormal smoke, sparks, abnormal noise, and excessive temperature. Maintenance personnel can quickly find the fault location through senses such as touch, sight, smell, etc., combined with their own car repair experience.

(2) The method of touching the iron and scratching the fire and the inspection method of the light test. The iron-touching method has a certain degree of danger. Its specific operation method is to connect a section of the wire to the terminal of the electrical appliance, and use the other end of the wire to scrape the flame with the engine block or car body. Whether the sequence is from back to front, or from front to back, the position of the disconnection can be found in a relatively short period of time. This method is a way to check the circuit in an emergency. Be especially careful during operation. The time for the wire and the car body to scratch should be as short as possible, and it must be done when the engine is stopped to prevent the generator from being damaged and the wiring harness from being burned. This method is only suitable for use when some electrical equipment fails.

(3) Comparative inspection method. It is to compare the malfunctioning Lexus with normal vehicles of the same kind to determine the malfunction. The specific operation method is as follows: compare the resistance, voltage and current measured on different parts of the faulty car with the relevant data measured on the same part of the normal vehicle, and make important observations on the parts with large differences between the two. Check to find out where the fault is.

(4) High pressure diagnosis method. The high-voltage diagnostic method refers to a method of using Lexus high-voltage power to check the faults of some electrical parts of Lexus vehicles. This method is often used in the inspection of the split fire head. The specific operation method is as follows: The distance between the socket of the spark splitter and the spark wire is about 5mm, and the contact of the breaker is moved with a screwdriver. If there is no flashover in the spark splitter, it means that the spark splitter is not damaged. If there is a flashover phenomenon in the fire splitter, it means that the fire splitter is damaged.

(5) Instrument inspection method. It refers to a method for maintenance personnel to judge Lexus car electrical failures by observing the indications of related instruments such as ammeters, oil pressure gauges, water temperature gauges, and gasoline gauges on Lexus cars.

There are many ways to diagnose the faults of Lexus auto electrical parts, so I won't describe them one by one here. It is worth noting that when a Lexus car's electrical device fails, it is best not to dismantle or unload it. Based on the failure phenomenon, careful diagnosis is the best policy.

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The Lexus LS500 Is What a Japanese Luxury Sedan Should Be

The 2019 Automobile All-Stars winners will be revealed on Saturday, March 9 at 11:00 am Eastern, but first we’re introducing—in no particular order—a few of the contenders each day this week. Head here for an All-Stars preview, and be sure to check back all week to see the contenders as they’re announced!

When Lexus launched the original LS in 1989, carrying sedate styling while providing a Japanese interpretation of the Mercedes S-class experience for E-class money, restraint was the theme. Jump ahead 30 years, and lavish SUVs are cannibalizing luxury sedan sales. Clearly, radical change was needed, and the new LS500 delivers transformation in spades.

“I think everyone has realized by now that the S-class is pretty much unbeatable when taken as a whole package,” contributor Jethro Bovingdon said. “Well, the LS is a world away from the S-class, and it couldn’t be anything but a Japanese take on luxury. We should celebrate any car that does the unexpected, and I really admire the wacky styling and unique interior. And the LS drives pretty well, too.”

He’s right. There’s a fresh, coupelike seating position along with quick steering and newfound agility at the expense of isolation compared to previous LS models. Gone is the V-8, replaced by a twin-turbo V-6 with more power and “an almost sporty engine note,” Bovingdon remarked. We applaud Lexus for taking risks with the LS, even if those risks end up being polarizing.

Speaking of, the provocative cabin sparked controversy thanks to its distinctive mix of Kiriko glass and origami-style, hand-pleated door panels. “What an exciting, beautiful, modern interior—very unexpected,” contributor Ronald Ahrens noted. Added executive editor Mac Morrison, “I am absolutely a fan of the cabin treatment. Different and cool.”

Others were less impressed. “Inside, never has such a collection of well-thought-out materials and design components come off as so chintzy,” daily new editor Conner Golden said. Editor-at-large Arthur St. Antoine piled on: “I wouldn’t be able to put up with that bejeweled interior trim without gagging.” Its interior stylings are clearly a matter of taste—and part of a $23,100 interior package if it isn’t yours.

One cabin feature you’re stuck with, though, is the infotainment system, which received a proper flogging from editors. “The interface’s twitchy mouse is a big miss,” contributor Basem Wasef noted. (Morrison said the same thing—until he figured out how to change the touchpad’s reaction speed in the settings menu.)

Although Bovingdon also had his issues with the controls, he found a lot to like about the LS: “Of course the touchpad system is truly, truly hateful, and I could easily see why that might be a deal breaker, but the rest of the car has a charm and character about it I really enjoyed. It’s a cool object, the LS, and a quality item.”

2018 Lexus LS 500 Specifications

PRICE $76,225/$112,520 
(base/as tested) ENGINE 3.5L twin-turbo DOHC 24-valve V-6; 416 hp @ 6,000 rpm, 442 lb-ft @ 1,600–4,800 rpm TRANSMISSION 10-speed automatic LAYOUT 4-door, 5-passenger, 
front-engine, RWD sedan EPA MILEAGE 19/30 mpg (city/hwy) L x W x H 206.1 x 74.8 x 57.1 in WHEELBASE 123.0 in WEIGHT 4,905 lb 0–60 MPH 4.6 sec TOP SPEED 136 mph

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The Lexus LS500 Is What a Japanese Luxury Sedan Should Be

The 2019 Automobile All-Stars winners will be revealed on Saturday, March 9 at 11:00 am Eastern, but first we’re introducing—in no particular order—a few of the contenders each day this week. Head here for an All-Stars preview, and be sure to check back all week to see the contenders as they’re announced!

When Lexus launched the original LS in 1989, carrying sedate styling while providing a Japanese interpretation of the Mercedes S-class experience for E-class money, restraint was the theme. Jump ahead 30 years, and lavish SUVs are cannibalizing luxury sedan sales. Clearly, radical change was needed, and the new LS500 delivers transformation in spades.

“I think everyone has realized by now that the S-class is pretty much unbeatable when taken as a whole package,” contributor Jethro Bovingdon said. “Well, the LS is a world away from the S-class, and it couldn’t be anything but a Japanese take on luxury. We should celebrate any car that does the unexpected, and I really admire the wacky styling and unique interior. And the LS drives pretty well, too.”

He’s right. There’s a fresh, coupelike seating position along with quick steering and newfound agility at the expense of isolation compared to previous LS models. Gone is the V-8, replaced by a twin-turbo V-6 with more power and “an almost sporty engine note,” Bovingdon remarked. We applaud Lexus for taking risks with the LS, even if those risks end up being polarizing.

Speaking of, the provocative cabin sparked controversy thanks to its distinctive mix of Kiriko glass and origami-style, hand-pleated door panels. “What an exciting, beautiful, modern interior—very unexpected,” contributor Ronald Ahrens noted. Added executive editor Mac Morrison, “I am absolutely a fan of the cabin treatment. Different and cool.”

Others were less impressed. “Inside, never has such a collection of well-thought-out materials and design components come off as so chintzy,” daily new editor Conner Golden said. Editor-at-large Arthur St. Antoine piled on: “I wouldn’t be able to put up with that bejeweled interior trim without gagging.” Its interior stylings are clearly a matter of taste—and part of a $23,100 interior package if it isn’t yours.

One cabin feature you’re stuck with, though, is the infotainment system, which received a proper flogging from editors. “The interface’s twitchy mouse is a big miss,” contributor Basem Wasef noted. (Morrison said the same thing—until he figured out how to change the touchpad’s reaction speed in the settings menu.)

Although Bovingdon also had his issues with the controls, he found a lot to like about the LS: “Of course the touchpad system is truly, truly hateful, and I could easily see why that might be a deal breaker, but the rest of the car has a charm and character about it I really enjoyed. It’s a cool object, the LS, and a quality item.”

2018 Lexus LS 500 Specifications

PRICE $76,225/$112,520 
(base/as tested) ENGINE 3.5L twin-turbo DOHC 24-valve V-6; 416 hp @ 6,000 rpm, 442 lb-ft @ 1,600–4,800 rpm TRANSMISSION 10-speed automatic LAYOUT 4-door, 5-passenger, 
front-engine, RWD sedan EPA MILEAGE 19/30 mpg (city/hwy) L x W x H 206.1 x 74.8 x 57.1 in WHEELBASE 123.0 in WEIGHT 4,905 lb 0–60 MPH 4.6 sec TOP SPEED 136 mph

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2017 Jaguar F-Pace Long-Term Verdict

We fell in love with the sporty style and sharp handling of Jaguar’s F-Pace at our 2017 SUV of the Year competition, but a starchy ride and polarizing interior torpedoed it from the top spot. Still, we had to know what a yearlong jag with this all-new Jag would be like. Could we deal with the stiff suspenders? And what of the whispers of questionable reliability? Thirteen months of “loanership” later, we have plenty of miles and, oddly, some feelz (as the kids say).

As I live only 3 miles from work and travel regularly, I cannot take credit for all 22,431 miles we racked up. It took an army of commuting colleagues and long-distance haulers to spin the odometer, from social media editor Carol Ngo, to photographers Jade Nelson and Robin Trajano, to online pros Colin Woodard and Erika Pizano.

Everyone raved at the F-Pace’s curb appeal. “Beautiful design and everyday usability,” Instagrammer-in-chief Ngo noted.

I too liked how it looked from the beginning all the way to the day we handed the keys back. This is pretty rare, as I normally go blind to my long-termer after a two- to three-month honeymoon. But even to my jaundiced eyes, the F-Pace looks as fresh as ever. Taut, muscular, well-proportioned, and perfectly sized for my ’hood and lifestyle.

As Carol notes, the flexibility of this two-row, midsize SUV is compelling. Surfing is my regular thing, and fitting 6-foot boards in bags with either the 60- or the 40-side seat folded down was never an issue. The optional heavy-duty rubber mats in the cargo area and footwells were also a godsend for containing sand and moisture.

Our F-Pace even does a pretty good job as an impromptu shelter, associate online editor Woodard noted: “When we forgot our tent on a camping trip with features editor Scott Evans and his wife, my wife and I spent the weekend sleeping in the F-Pace. It wasn’t the Four Seasons, but we actually slept pretty well. We even had a good view of the stars thanks to the panoramic moonroof.”

For me, the drive was like a broken-in pair of jeans by the end of our loan, but only in “light load” mode, with 9 pounds of air pressure removed from each tire. At factory specs, the F-Pace’s ride crashes over the line of acceptably stiff. If you’re going to live with this vehicle in an area with especially bad pavement (hello, Detroit), consider avoiding it entirely—or swapping to a tire and wheel combination that gives you more bump-soaking sidewall.

The 340-horsepower V-6 took a second to spin up, but once underway it was always ready to punch holes in traffic, with a satisfyingly hollow growl. I spent the first 5,000 miles driving around in Normal mode and most of the rest of the time in ECO, which limbers up throttle response and aims for the most efficient gearing. Mother Earth–loving chill-out modes like this usually come at the expense of immediacy, but Jaguar’s ECO mode is one of the best. It didn’t turn the F-Pace into a penalty box in exchange for fair fuel economy. The 35t powertrain struck quite a nice balance, so it’s a shame the engine is an orphan, launched in year one as a stopgap ahead of the turbo four-cylinder gas and diesel options (a 380-hp version of the engine remains available, however).

All 2016 and newer Jaguar vehicles come with “EliteCare,” which is a limited warranty covering five years or 60,000 miles, complimentary scheduled maintenance, roadside assistance, and updates to the infotainment system (which are regular). Jaguar claims EliteCare is best in class, and a quick check of the competition reveals that to be true, sorta. Audi, BMW, Infiniti, Lexus, and Mercedes-Benz offer fewer years and/or miles on their warranties. The only one that matches Jaguar (and betters, with an additional 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty) is Genesis—but it does not currently have a CUV that rivals F-Pace.

The only mechanical issue we had with our vehicle was the combined ignition and auto stop/start gremlin, which was covered for free under EliteCare. While in for that service, we requested a four-wheel alignment that cost $99.00.

At the very tail end of our loan, our F-Pace did start to creak a bit coming in and out of driveways and over speedbumps, similar to the way our long-term BMW M3 did. I didn’t get a chance to have the dealer check out the problem to see if it was pieces and parts of the interior rubbing or the dust-in-the-door-seals issue we discovered in our BMW. That will unfortunately remain a question, but for the record, our F-Pace never left us stranded or completely failed to start, and none of the major systems threw error codes or warning lights. For at least one of the aforementioned road warriors, this wasn’t enough.

“I’m torn on the F-Pace,” Woodard said. “It sounded great, the V-6 made plenty of power, and it ended up being surprisingly fun to drive. It was also a practical daily driver, offering plenty of room for four adults, a week’s worth of groceries, and with the rear seats down, two bicycles. On the other hand, it had way too many electrical issues for a new car. From the infotainment system regularly glitching to the rearview camera occasionally not coming on when I put the car in reverse and all the surprise shutdowns, there was just too much that kept going wrong. Jaguar has some work to do before I’d feel comfortable recommending the F-Pace to a friend or family member.”

I can recommend an F-Pace, new or off-lease, provided interested parties are fully informed of the issues we had. Part of this is because of a new wrinkle to my loanership experience this time around: I discovered the extremely helpful world of online forums. After publication of our F-Pace intro, Greg Craig, an owner of the more powerful F-Pace S, reached out with the helpful suggestion to reduce my tire pressures and to consult the community at fpaceforum.com if I ever needed assistance. And so I did, about random topics including the stop/start issue, updates to the ICTP system, and creaks at 22,000 miles. The ability to compare notes and seek advice from a community was helpful and reassuring.

As my time with the orphan F-Pace 35t drew to a close, I found myself oddly sad about its departure. I’m normally an “on-to-the-next” kinda guy, but this Jaguar had character rare in modern cars, beauty and athleticism I never tired of, and flaws that weren’t deal breakers.

Read more about our long-term 2017 Jaguar F-Pace:

Arrival

Update 1: Baseline Testing

Update 2: How to Improve Ride Quality

Update 3: Coconut Juice Eco Mode

Update 4: Ride Quality and Key Fob Foibles

Update 5: Auto Stop/Start/Restart Part 1

Update 6: Auto Stop/Start/Restart Part 2

Our Car SERVICE LIFE 10 mo / 15,592 mi BASE PRICE $57,295 OPTIONS Technology pkg ($3,200: touch-screen infotainment, navigation, 60GB hard drive, CD/DVD player, 3G WiFi w/3 mo free data, TFT/LCD instrument panel, Meridian 825W audio w/17 speakers); Comfort and Convenience pkg ($1,800: ventilated front seats, heated rear seats w/pwr recline, remote 2nd row release, gesture tailgate release); metallic paint ($550); 20″ Blade wheels ($500); Rubber mats/cargo nets ($407), Activity key ($400), Gloss black roof rails ($350); Wheel locks ($191); Car care kit ($50) PRICE AS TESTED $64,743 AVG ECON/CO2 20.6 mpg / 0.94 lb/mi PROBLEM AREAS Auto stop/start MAINTENANCE COST $99 alignment NORMAL-WEAR COST $0 3-YEAR RESIDUAL VALUE* $52,500 (81%) RECALLS None *IntelliChoice data; assumes 42,000 miles at the end of 3-years

2017 Jaguar F-Pace 35t R Sport POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS DRIVETRAIN LAYOUT Front-engine, AWD ENGINE TYPE Supercharged 90-deg V-6, alum block/heads VALVETRAIN DOHC, 4 valves/cyl DISPLACEMENT 182.8 cu in/2,995 cc COMPRESSION RATIO 10.5:1 POWER (SAE NET) 340 hp @ 6,500 rpm TORQUE (SAE NET) 332 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm REDLINE 6,500 rpm WEIGHT TO POWER 13.0 lb/hp TRANSMISSION 8-speed automatic AXLE/FINAL-DRIVE RATIO 3.73:1/2.49:1 SUSPENSION, FRONT; REAR Control arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar; multilink, coil springs, anti-roll bar STEERING RATIO 15.1:1 TURNS LOCK-TO-LOCK 2.5 BRAKES, F; R 13.8-in vented disc; 12.8-in vented disc, ABS WHEELS 8.5 x 20-in cast aluminum TIRES 255/50R20 109W (M+S) Goodyear Eagle F1 AT SUV 4×4 DIMENSIONS WHEELBASE 113.1 in TRACK, F/R 64.6/65.1 in LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT 186.3 x 76.2 x 65.0 in GROUND CLEARANCE 8.4 in APPRCH/DEPART ANGLE 25.5/25.7 deg TURNING CIRCLE 38.9 ft CURB WEIGHT 4,416 lb WEIGHT DIST, F/R 51/49% TOWING CAPACITY 5,290 lb SEATING CAPACITY 5 HEADROOM, F/R 37.8/37.5 in LEGROOM, F/R 40.3/37.2 in SHOULDER ROOM, F/R 57.7/55.8 in CARGO VOLUME BEH F/R 63.5/33.5 cu ft TEST DATA ACCELERATION TO MPH 0-30 1.8 sec 0-40 2.8 0-50 4.0 0-60 5.2 0-70 6.7 0-80 8.5 0-90 10.6 0-100 13.4 PASSING, 45-65 MPH 2.6 QUARTER MILE 13.8 sec @ 101.0 mph BRAKING, 60-0 MPH 116 ft LATERAL ACCELERATION 0.83 g (avg) MT FIGURE EIGHT 26.8 sec @ 0.67 g (avg) TOP-GEAR REVS @ 60 MPH 1,700 rpm CONSUMER INFO BASE PRICE $57,295 PRICE AS TESTED $64,743 STABILITY/TRACTION CONTROL Yes/Yes AIRBAGS 6: Dual front, front side, f/r head BASIC WARRANTY 5 yrs/60,000 miles POWERTRAIN WARRANTY 5 yrs/60,000 miles ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 5 yrs/60,000 miles FUEL CAPACITY 16.6 gal REAL MPG, CITY/HWY/COMB 16.2/25.4/19.3 mpg EPA CITY/HWY/COMB ECON 18/23/20 mpg ENERGY CONS, CITY/HWY 187/147 kW-hrs/100 miles CO2 EMISSIONS, COMB 0.97 lb/mile RECOMMENDED FUEL Unleaded premium

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2019 Lexus ES: First Drive – Cars.com

Now when Lexus launched in 1989 it only had two models in this lineup and one ofthem was the ES, so the ES has a long history with this company and thebrand-new redesigned 2019 ES is actually the seventh generation of the car and ithas been changed inside and out with a new platform new powertrains and updatedstyling. Now the ES shares the most in common with the Toyota Avalon which wasalso redesigned for 2019 and the two share more than a passing resemblance. They have the same wheelbase, the same overall length and mechanicallyidentical power trains just with some slight tuning differences from the side. Even the two models look fairly identical but the ES does have a fewstyling cues that let you know that it’s a Lexus starting with the grille. Nowmost versions of the ES will come with this spindle grille with verticallyoriented slats. If you opt for an F Sport model you will get a more aggressiveoverall look but also this 3D kind of chainmail mesh grille that looks muchmore aggressive. Now the ES will be offered in gas and hybrid versions andthe gas version of the car will get a 3. 5 liter V6 that makes just over 300horsepower. Now the car that we’re here with is the hybrid and that featureswhat Lexus is calling a fourth generation hybrid system. It has a totalsystem output of 215 horsepower and it’s fuel economy matches the Avalon’s at 44mpg combined. Now acceleration from the gas engine is adequate, I wouldn’t saythat is mind blowing and that actually makes me prefer the hybrid versionbecause you get that big advantage in fuel economy. Now there is one catch toogoing for the ES and that is it’s gonna be front-wheel drive only. Pretty muchall the other competitors offer some sort of all-wheel drive so it’s weirdthat Lexus wouldn’t choose to put some kind of system in the ES and it makes itstick out for the wrong reasons. Now the Lexus ES also benefits from the moveto Toyota’s global architecture, much like the Camry and the Avalon did overthe last couple years. The new platform means that the ES rides better, is lesssloppy in turns and is just overall a better driving experience. Lexus has alsoincreased stability by adding a v-shaped brace right behind the rear seat and itdoes help calm down the rear a little bit especially under braking but whatthat does mean is that you can’t fold down the back seat. There is a smallpass-through for longer cargo but it’s not very big, I wouldn’t be able to fit asnowboard through there so for those of you who like winter sportsyou might have to get a roof rack or something like that for a longer cargo. Like I mentioned before, power from the two powertrains is what I would calladequate. I’m driving the hybrid right now and while it’s not fast, it’s enoughpower for passing and it’s a smooth powertrain that transitions veryseamlessly between gas and electric modes. Now the Lexus ES also benefitsfrom a very quiet cabin and you can make it even quieter still by opting for anultra luxurious package which comes with 19-inch wheels that are designed to bequieter than other wheels. They’ve cut a channel out of the wheel and they saythat helps to mitigate some of the road vibrations and noise and when I drove avehicle with those wheels equipped it was noticeably quieter than the car thatwe drove this morning. Now the 2019 ES also introduces the F Sport version ofthe car and what that has is more aggressive styling stiffer anti-roll barin the front and its own Sport Plus drive mode it also comes with anadaptive variable suspension that Lexus says can firm up the ride to make itmore dynamic in turns. I didn’t necessarily find this to be true I thought thatthe F Sport actually drove pretty similar to the non F Sport models whichmeans that what you’re getting with the F Sport is mostly an appearance packagealong with some sports seats that do have nice bolstering but don’t expectthe F Sport to suddenly become a sports sedan. The ES is pretty quiet andcomfortable most of the time but there is one situation in which that getsbroken up and that’s when you really lean into the throttle on the hybridversion. Now the hybrid models actually come with some specialized sounddeadening which are meant to filter out the higher pitched noises that you getfrom the electric drivetrain however that sound deadening doesn’t do much forthe four-cylinder drone that you get when you really lean into the car likethis. Another thing that’s much improved onthe ES is this new interior and that’s both from materials and a stylingperspective. Now the cabin materials are taking a big leap forward. I would saythis actually feels like a bonafide luxury interior now whereas the previousES felt upmarket but not quite luxurious. The model that we’re sitting in alsocomes with be available twelve point three inch screen which is highresolution and high up on the dash so it’s easy for you to see while driving. Now all of these things on the ES are big improvements over the old model butthere is one key way in which the new ES hasn’t taken a step forward and thatwould be the multimedia system. Now our biggest gripe with the multimedia systemis not actually the screen itself it comes with how you interact with it andthat is through what Lexus calls a remote touch interface and thatbasically means you use a glorified touchpad here in the center console tonavigate the menus and submenus found on the screen. Now using a touchpad and acursor is fine if you’re on your laptop in a coffee shop but not so much ifyou’re driving and you have kids in the back and you have traffic and carsmoving around you, it’s just a lot to take in if you’re driving and it’spretty much impossible to use without looking down at the screen. Lexus did addApple CarPlay on Amazon Alexa integration to the ES however there arecaches to both of those at launch. The car is gonna come out in September butit looks like Apple CarPlay won’t be standard on the car until after October. You can get it on ES models with navigation but if you don’t wantnavigation you won’t be able to get Apple CarPlay until you buy a car thatwas built after October 1st. On the Alexa side, the Amazon app that’srequired by Lexus to use the full Alexa functionality in the car won’t becertified on the App Store until November. However it will be availablefor those who have Android phones so while you might not have Android Autoyou will get to enjoy full Amazon Alexa integration before you’re friends withiPhones. Now this pre-production model that we’re in actually does come withApple CarPlay and we had a chance to play with the system and we think thatit works quite well here. The screen is very wide and Apple CarPlay is actuallyable to fill the whole thing so you get more icons than you do normally on thehome page and we think that it’s actually a good direction for Lexus totake in the future with this system if they want to stick with a touchpadbecause Apple CarPlay uses large icons that are easy to see while the Lexusmenus are smaller and you have to go through more steps to find what you want. Now there’s no question that the 2019 Lexus ES is a massive improvement overthe 2018 version of the car. I think that it’s more stylish, I think that it drivesbetter and I think that the interior is more luxurious. It also has a massivebackseat that can fit two adults comfortably over long voyages and thismakes the ES a great road trip car, much like the 2019 Avalon. Now thecaveat is you’re stuck with that multimedia system. And this is somethingthat we could say about most Lexus products is that without that multimediasystem they would actually be a more compelling buy. For me is it adeal-breaker? It just might be in this car because everything else seems sogood that that sticks out like a sore thumb. Now we’re still waiting onofficial pricing figures for the 2019 ES. All that we can tell you is that itwill start at around $39,000 with hybrid modelscommanding a $3,000 premium on top of the gas versions. Official pricing should come closer the cars on sale date in fall of 2018.

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TEST DRIVE: 2018 Lexus LC500 — Japan’s 8 Series Rival?

We genuinely work very hard to be as objective as possible. Despite our name, we aren’t fanboys and we understand where BMW’s cars stack up in their respective segments. To do so, though, we need to test drive BMW’s competition. With the new BMW 8 Series hitting the road soon, and it being the first 8 Series in almost two decades, we thought we’d test some of the competition it will be facing when it finally reaches the public. And we started with the Lexus LC500.

While a premium brand of its own, Lexus is rarely compared to BMW, Mercedes-Benz or Audi in the press, simply because the Germans typically cater to a different audience. Customers that buy German are often buying their cars with that Teutonic stability, build quality and precision. Customers that buy Lexus are typically buying their cars to be the squishiest, most comfortable, most isolated driving experience possible. The Lexus clientele bases’ average age is about one hundred and twelve, people who keep their teeth in jars at night.

So why are we testing a Lexus as a competitor to the BMW 8 Series, the Bavarian brand’s latest sporty grand tourer, a car designed to be able to take you from Munich to Portimao for vacation, hit the track for a few laps, and cruise back? Because the Lexus LC500 is cut from a different cloth than the rest of its siblings. Think baby-LFA rather than two door-ES350.

When I first saw the Lexus LC500 in person, it was on a stand at the New York Auto Show a couple of years back. I didn’t like it. In fact, I couldn’t see why everyone else was so gaga about it. I though its proportions were a bit off and that it was just a bit misshapen. But as I saw more of it, it grew on me. And when you can sit back and appreciate some of its styling cues and interesting shapes, it’s really quite beautiful.

Admittedly, it’s still odd looking from some angles, like from the front three-quarters, where its proportions seem a bit strange. But overall it’s a fantastic looking car. Especially when you look at it in profile, admiring its striking silhouette. It also looks really good from the rear three-quarters angle, where its roofline and C-pillar are reminiscent of the Aston Martin DB11 (another car that will compete with the 8 Series).

There are still some odd styling bits that don’t quite work. For instance, its headlights are far too fussy, with so many lines and shapes that they just look like a mess. They look like headlights by Jackson Pollock, just random lines and splashes. Also, the taillights, while fine looking, stick out a bit from the rear. That in and of itself is not a problem. The problem lies in a silver bit of plastic that sits atop the taillight housings, which almost looks as if it’s been spray painted with the cheapest silver paint possible. It’s scratchy and bubbly looking, completely unfitting of a car as expensive and posh as the Lexus LC500.

Aside from those minor niggles, though, the Lexus LC500 is a great looking car and a real head-turner. In fact, there have been few press cars I’ve tested that garnered as many head turns, thumbs up or simple “Hey, nice car!” remarks. It’s also very different, which helps. Nothing else on the road looks like it. One thing I really like about its styling is that it looks Japanese. It’s not trying to be one of the Germans. It’s Japanese and proud of its heritage and I like that.

On the inside, things are similar in that it’s striking to look at but has a few niggles. Though, it must be said, the niggles on the inside are far more egregious than those on the outside. First, its design, though. When you first slide into the big, heavily bolstered seats, you immediately notice the quality. From the seats, to the steering wheel to the wiper stalks, everything feels expensive and durable and everything is covered in rich materials.

One of the coolest aspects of the interior is the door panel design. The doors feature a tier-like design with so many geometric levels that they really catch the eye. The sweeping Alcantara, the leather upper and lower portions and the long, aluminum door pull are all so expertly sculpted, it’s as if the Vatican had them commissioned.

However, there are some real issues with the cabin, most notably with the infotainment system. Whatever Lexus calls it, the LC500’s infotainment system is a mess. An absolute mess. Its touchpad controller is sloppy and finicky to use, the screen icons and menus are confusing, convoluted and nonsensical at times (why do I have to dig through three menus to get to my heated seat controls?). It’s the least intuitive, most complicated and frustrating system I’ve ever used. The infotainment system you get in a $21,000 Mazda 3 is far superior and that’s, frankly, unacceptable in a car with a price tag cresting six-figures.

Its other interior annoyances are minor. For instance, its gauge cluster, while cool looking, is a bit too fussy, with too much information in too small of a space. Also, the numbers and font are a bit too small to read while driving quickly. The average Lexus customer can’t read an early-bird dinner menu without holding it to their face, how are they supposed to read these gauges? Oh, and when you put it in reverse, it beeps. Incessantly. Not on the outside, like a van. On the inside. It beeps until you take it out of reverse.

Why? I know I’m in reverse, the car is moving backward. Also, the massive infotainment screen becomes a large backup camera. I don’t need a car to beep at me for six minutes straight to let me know I’m backing out of my driveway. Is this Lexus acknowledging its typical customer’s age? Whatever it is, it’s incredibly annoying, though, not a deal breaker. All of these things, both good and bad, fade into the background once you start driving it, though. Once on the move (going forward, as it’s impossible to think in reverse with that constant beeping), the Lexus LC500 becomes a genuinely thrilling car to drive and one that surprised me each and every time I drove it. But it all starts up front, with that magnificent engine.

It’s a 5.0 liter, naturally-aspirated, all-aluminum V8 and it’s sensational. It had been a long time since I’d driven a naturally-aspirated V8 and I forgot how much I missed it. With razor-sharp throttle response, a beautifully linear powerband and a noise like a nitroglycerin-powered chainsaw, the Lexus LC500’s engine is an absolute delight to use. I found myself revving it to its 7,100 rpm redline over and over again, just to hear the noise.

The downside of its natural aspiration is that it’s not nearly as powerful as its competitors. With just 471 hp and 398 lb-ft of torque, it’s woefully outgunned compared to the BMW M850i, with its 530 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. The LC500 can scoot to 60 mph in about four and a half seconds, which is fast but about an entire second slower than the big 8 Series it’s going to compete with. So the M850i will leave the Lexus for dead with a yawn.

Still, that didn’t matter while driving it. Never once did I feel it was under-powered, simply because I didn’t care about the speed at which I was going. I just wanted to hear the noise, feel the zing of the engine as it blazed threw its revs, pull a paddle and do it all over again. Sensational.

Where the powertrain falls down a bit is in the gearbox. It’s a ten-speed automatic and it’s just not very good. It’s not terrible but it’s not great. It’s just sort of “ehh”. It shifts reasonably fast most of the time but, when left to its own devices, it can be dimwitted and slow in traffic. Also, it can clank on some downshifts when you mash the throttle. It’s just nowhere near as refined, nor as fast and smooth shifting, as the ZF eight-speed automatic that’s become ubiquitous in the industry.

What’s mind boggling is that Lexus uses that very ZF eight speed in several other cars. So why not use it here? Is it a case of just having more numbers than its competition? Plus, ten is just too many gears, making it annoying to swap cogs on your own, via steering wheel-mounted paddles. Still, the engine is brilliant, so it isn’t too big a deal.

I had known the Lexus’ V8 was great, though. It’s essentially the same V8 the Japanese brand has been using in several cars over the years and it’s always been brilliant. Also, Lexus has proven it knows a thing or two about making an engaging engine with the LFA’s stratospheric V10. What I wasn’t expecting was how much fun the LC500 would actually be to drive.

Turn-in is surprisingly sharp, with nice weighting, which builds naturally as you turn the wheel. It’s down on actual steering feel but the steering is accurate and properly weighted, so I was never wanting for feel, nor did I care. I was able to place the big Lexus exactly where I wanted and that’s all I ask.

When pushing it hard through corners, you get sharp initial turn-in followed by a bit of safe understeer, the latter of which is easily countered by you right foot. Which was really surprising. A Lexus that’s throttle adjustable mid-corner? Whoa. Weird times.

Despite being so playful and fun to drive, the LC500 did get a bit upset with mid-corner bumps. Its suspension is actually really well damped and quite supple most of the time. But its massive 21-inch wheels allowed harsh road imperfections to send sharp jolts through the cabin. Mid corner, this would upset the rear end a bit and send it skipping. So it’s a good road car for some twisty bits but it’s not as composed as, say, a Porsche 911. We were only able to test the new BMW M850i for a short time on the road, so we’ll have to get it back on U.S. soil to really find out if it can do better.

It must be said, though, that the Lexus LC500 is quite a bit cheaper than the BMW M850i. My fully loaded tester rang in at just over $100,000, while the BMW M850i starts at $111,900. While that’s not a huge disparity at that price point, the 8er can get quite pricey with options, whereas the Lexus is capped out just north of six-figures.

Lexus has done a good job, here. The LC500 is a good car, one that looks like nothing else on the road (for better or worse), has a comfortable interior, handles surprisingly well and has a masterpiece of an engine. It’s not perfect, though, with a sloppy transmission, some annoying interior quibbles and the worst infotainment system I’ve ever used. Still, there’s a lot to like from the Lexus LC500 and I can see why customers might want it in their driveway. Is it as good as the BMW M850i? We’ll need a proper road test of that car to find out. But at least we know where one of its competitors stands, as an interesting, exciting car with a lot of flaws.

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