My grandma's last car was a 2012 ES350 that we just sold last week with only 64k miles. She bought it new & I drove it a few times last week for the first time in 12 years & still feels just as solid as when it was new. Besides the dated tech, I prefer it over the new ES since it has better materials & build quality feels better since this was the last gen of ES to be built in Japan. The 2013-present ES's are built in Kentucky.
Joe I have a 2010, excellent condition, bought it in 2022 with 105k miles now has 120k miles. I can't get the damn TPS light to go off! I even got a set of new tires on it, but the damn light stays on. I took it to Toyota and they were able to get it off, but it came back on the next day! any suggestions?
I have an '07 ES350 UL. I know they're based off Camry but I can tell you they are much smoother and nicer. My dad drives a 2015 Camry and I can say mine is certainly better in most aspects
I got a 2008 Lexus GS350 with 180,295 miles and it drives like new and everything on it is WORKING… and has 303 horse power and 274 torque ! Wow and WOW !
Just picked up a 2008 es350 with 209k km (129k miles) for $6k cad (4.4K usd) to replace our 2012 es that was totalled after hitting a deer. 2008’s same spec as the video and I know it’ll last another 20 years
I love my 2007, but it's having some transmission issues. I just very much doubt that the transmission is worn and hope it's the TCM or something else that won't take thousands to repair. Great car! All cars could have something go wrong though.
Love these 5th Gen ES also. If I didn’t put so much $ into replacing 20 year old OEM parts in my one owner 2002 ES300: starter, alternator, AC compressor (working but squealing) struts, exhaust flex pipe and recently brake calipers since I got it 2 1/2 years ago I would look into one of these ES350’s. Again maybe in 3-5 years when I retire I’ll go to a 2011-12 ES350 or a 2005-06 LS430. Just hard to justify after putting in about $5,500 since I bought my ES300 in April 2021.
Must be very careful with the driver's side carpet. This model Lexus has had unintended acceleration which can be deadly. If the accelerator gets struck, most may panic. In which case it is critical to bring gear to neutral. The Engine will not stop with a simple press of the button and so must be pressed for a few seconds.
@@JoesGoldenGarageny tips on getting one cheap, tryna get an 07 es 350 for my first car since it’s a Camry under the hood but I’m not tryna spend too much
@@hayden93 it just shares the same engine as the Camry, but the ES350 is in a class of its own, it’s worth spending the money, even if you have to put down a little more, these cars last forever, my 2010 only has 162,450 miles, and she drives like she has 5 miles, I love this car, I prefer the 2010-2012 cosmetic updated one, this car is so sleek and sexy. Tonight when I had to merge on the highway, I had to speed fast to get in the lane, and my car handled it like a pro, with its whisper quiet engine. 👍🏼
@@RC-117 yeah that’s why I’m trying to get a es instead of a Camry, and there’s no price difference really between the 2 so might as well get the better one
I found a 2010 ES350 I'll be picking up next week. Two owners, first owned it for 8 years, second for 5. They have an entire folder of the service record (no issues, but documented maintenance and whatnot)... Only 38,000 miles. I'm going to be driving that baby for quite a long time.
@@kyaaron3917k OTD. Might have overpaid a bit, but previous owner had just put on 4 new Michelin's and it came with a set of 4 low-mile Blizzaks on their own set of wheels.
I just bought this model in black with black interior. It was a lease vehicle until the last 4k miles. Paid fair value for it, especially given it has only 54,500 miles. I recently gained my mom's '06 RX330 with a bit under 200k on it(and a dash crack, and I really prefer the sedan. About to refresh all the tires, oils and filters and do a bit of road tripping. That rotar wabble may improve if you remove the ABS circuit breaker it may improve. I like how nice that one runs with 2k more miles than the one I have ia but I appreciate the melting power of a b;ack car in a place that gets more ice glazing than snow.
I am a Infiniti lover for years. But, this generation Lexus ES350 and the LS430 are my all time favorite Lexus including the IS300 as well. Definitely a great purchase. 👍😉
Proud Lexus owner here! and I can say that nothing beats the quality build and long term performance of my 2005 ES330!!! Amazing
My grandma's last car was a 2012 ES350 that we just sold last week with only 64k miles. She bought it new & I drove it a few times last week for the first time in 12 years & still feels just as solid as when it was new. Besides the dated tech, I prefer it over the new ES since it has better materials & build quality feels better since this was the last gen of ES to be built in Japan. The 2013-present ES's are built in Kentucky.
Oh wow! Nice car! How much were u able to sell it for? Low mileage 2007-2012 es are high demand
@@JoesGoldenGarage $12k. It sold very quickly as expected.
@@JoesGoldenGarage $12k. It sold very quickly as expected.
Joe I have a 2010, excellent condition, bought it in 2022 with 105k miles now has 120k miles. I can't get the damn TPS light to go off! I even got a set of new tires on it, but the damn light stays on. I took it to Toyota and they were able to get it off, but it came back on the next day! any suggestions?
I know the battery in the sensor can go bad. There is 1 in each wheel. Ask your mechanics if they tried that repair ?
I certainly will. Thanks
@@JoesGoldenGarage
@@chanelporter8227did that work for you?
Those cars last for ever. They are the luxurious version of the Avalon basically.
Not truly, Lexus takes it to the next step from a fully loaded Avalon.
This generation is a Camry but the 13+ is Avalon based
I have an '07 ES350 UL. I know they're based off Camry but I can tell you they are much smoother and nicer. My dad drives a 2015 Camry and I can say mine is certainly better in most aspects
Camry
Believe me you want it to be Camry based that's what makes it reliable
Avalon's were a little less reliable like the GS series
Make sure the VVTI oil line was upgraded. Or it's a disaster waiting to happen. Great cars.
I got a 2008 Lexus GS350 with 180,295 miles and it drives like new and everything on it is WORKING… and has 303 horse power and 274 torque ! Wow and WOW !
How often did he change trasmission fluid or he just left it to just eat up a the miles.
I’ve never once changed my transmission fluid, and never plan to. My transmission still shifts smoothly and quietly.
@@RC-117 Does it have shift flares and what will you do when it occurs?
Just picked up a 2008 es350 with 209k km (129k miles) for $6k cad (4.4K usd) to replace our 2012 es that was totalled after hitting a deer. 2008’s same spec as the video and I know it’ll last another 20 years
Lovely car congrats to zack ☺️👍👍
I love my 2007, but it's having some transmission issues. I just very much doubt that the transmission is worn and hope it's the TCM or something else that won't take thousands to repair. Great car! All cars could have something go wrong though.
I have 2007 ES350 with same TPS light on, but love driving it.
Same I bought mine for 175K miles. I’m going to buy 2018 LS 460 soon
@@otobo7641 LS460 is one amazing luxurious car, you will be very happy with it
Love these 5th Gen ES also. If I didn’t put so much $ into replacing 20 year old OEM parts in my one owner 2002 ES300: starter, alternator, AC compressor (working but squealing) struts, exhaust flex pipe and recently brake calipers since I got it 2 1/2 years ago I would look into one of these ES350’s.
Again maybe in 3-5 years when I retire I’ll go to a 2011-12 ES350 or a 2005-06 LS430.
Just hard to justify after putting in about $5,500 since I bought my ES300 in April 2021.
Just got one ! 196k miles for 1,200$ 😅
Must be very careful with the driver's side carpet. This model Lexus has had unintended acceleration which can be deadly. If the accelerator gets struck, most may panic. In which case it is critical to bring gear to neutral. The Engine will not stop with a simple press of the button and so must be pressed for a few seconds.
where did you get the floor mat sir thanks ?
Holy smokes was not expecting that many miles, that ES is super mint for the age.
i bought a 2007 lexus es350 just a month ago. only 141,681 miles!!!!
How much??
$2000.00 yep thats right feel so lucky
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I like how it has memory seats for the passenger side. 👍🏼👍🏼
Sheesh that car started up like it just rolled off the lot! Really hope mine will be able to last that long
I have a grey 2009 with195k miles, trouble free.
Fantastic. I'm getting more and more impressed with Lexus es 350s. Thank you for your input.
If it’s non navigation you can upgrade to aftermarket
Didn't these have transmission issues??
I really want a es350, but im tryna get a real cheap one, like 4-5k
We gave 3000 for this one
@@JoesGoldenGarageny tips on getting one cheap, tryna get an 07 es 350 for my first car since it’s a Camry under the hood but I’m not tryna spend too much
@@hayden93 it just shares the same engine as the Camry, but the ES350 is in a class of its own, it’s worth spending the money, even if you have to put down a little more, these cars last forever, my 2010 only has 162,450 miles, and she drives like she has 5 miles, I love this car, I prefer the 2010-2012 cosmetic updated one, this car is so sleek and sexy. Tonight when I had to merge on the highway, I had to speed fast to get in the lane, and my car handled it like a pro, with its whisper quiet engine. 👍🏼
@@RC-117 yeah that’s why I’m trying to get a es instead of a Camry, and there’s no price difference really between the 2 so might as well get the better one
@@hayden93 Unlike the 2007 Camry, the 2007 ES 350 has Electronic Stability Control which is a very important safety feature.
I've got an '07 @ 159k burgundy with the GPS screen
so I'm just getting started then
Just bought an 08 with navigation etc. So far its a beauty. 155 k. Feels and works like new.
I found a 2010 ES350 I'll be picking up next week. Two owners, first owned it for 8 years, second for 5. They have an entire folder of the service record (no issues, but documented maintenance and whatnot)...
Only 38,000 miles. I'm going to be driving that baby for quite a long time.
How much?
@@kyaaron3917k OTD. Might have overpaid a bit, but previous owner had just put on 4 new Michelin's and it came with a set of 4 low-mile Blizzaks on their own set of wheels.
I just bought this model in black with black interior. It was a lease vehicle until the last 4k miles. Paid fair value for it, especially given it has only 54,500 miles. I recently gained my mom's '06 RX330 with a bit under 200k on it(and a dash crack, and I really prefer the sedan. About to refresh all the tires, oils and filters and do a bit of road tripping. That rotar wabble may improve if you remove the ABS circuit breaker it may improve.
I like how nice that one runs with 2k more miles than the one I have ia but I appreciate the melting power of a b;ack car in a place that gets more ice glazing than snow.
timing cover leaks?
I just love a car with crazy mileage on it. Something so cool about them. Nice window sticker find!!! Great to see your videos Joe!
Does it have a aux port ?
I am a Infiniti lover for years. But, this generation Lexus ES350 and the LS430 are my all time favorite Lexus including the IS300 as well.
Definitely a great purchase. 👍😉
too bad this era 350 has such poor crash test scores. 13 and beyond is a top safety pick
shutup
*Promo SM* 😒
What fuel octane do you put in your Lexus?
Regular gas
How much you pay in action?
2700 I believe
What are those mats? I've been looking for some for my own.
eBay custom Lexus es 350 floor mats. Them come in a variety of colors.
Love how they go up the side
This channel needs more views
I agree. Lol
Damn, pimp!! I'm looking to get one with 30K miles. Will keep you posted!