Wow! Your RX is light years ahead of mine. I'm currently at 78,000 miles, even though its a 2004. I have no plans on getting rid of this car, regardless of how old it gets. As long as it starts, it's mine forever.
JDM N' Planes With 78k, yours should have a lot of life left in it! I’m hoping to get a couple of years out of mine still, but I’d love to get more. They’re really fantastic cars!
@@michaelwoyahn2238 Yeah, I really am looking forward to another Lexus. There are a few ES350's in the Chicagoland area for under 10 grand. The one I'm keeping an eye on is 9 grand and it's got around 75,000 miles. I hope to get it!
How are the seats on long journeys? I drive 16 hour stretches and even my iS 350 gets uncomfortable, but I don't think any car seat can be that good for that long. I got an RX 330 2004 with 202k and ready for a long trip. Hoping I can get as good of mileage as you.
I would say the seats are really good! I’ve never gotten to the point where I’d call them uncomfortable, though sometimes it still feels nice to stand up after some stretches. I think the longest trip was 12 hours though, so not totally sure about how they feel at 16 hours.
Did your dashboard crack? Some RX's dashboard cracked and Lexus offered a replacement but that ended in 2017 I believe. I was wondering if you had that issue with yours. Let me know bro!
Am about go get a RX 350 2009 147,000 miles one owner, its in very good shape dont know if its a good deal or not. Thnks for your videos they helped alot..
We've actually replaced it twice! I can't remember the exact timeframe of the first one, but I think it was around 130k. The second one was not an OEM replacement as far as I know, and that was replaced at least five years ago. Honestly, we haven't done regular coolant services, which probably has contributed to them going bad.
@@michaelwoyahn2238 might be a design flaw TBH, did some digging on clublexus forums and others had reported the same problem. Gonna get mine fixed on Thursday at a radiator shop quoted me $500 which is a fair deal.
A2ZFBC We’ve only used regular in this car and my dad’s RX350! I think premium is recommended in the RX330 and it’s “required” in the RX350. But we’ve never had any issues running regular! At the heart of them, they are just Toyota engines (as far as I know), so they should be fine with regular.
Hey Michael, I have pretty much the same car but mine is a RX 350 2008. I have about 188 Plus thousand miles on mine. The only issue I have right now is faded headlights the back handle does not work on the hatchback and my cruise control gives me trouble every now and then. Did you have any issues with the cruise control yourself?
Mark Ducote My dad has a 2008 RX350 too, and he’s actually recently started having issues with the cruise control not engaging! It seems to get better when the car is warmed up so I’m wondering if a connection is starting to wear down. My 2004 hasn’t had issues with the cruise control yet.
Interesting. That’s cool that your car still has no issues with its cruise control. I really like this car a lot! It does excellent in the snow! No issues at all. I have a 99 Honda Accord that has 230,000 miles on it. But it’s only front wheel drive. I got tired of having issues with bad weather so I finally got an all wheel drive vehicle. This really is an excellent car, my Lexus I mean. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me. And thanks again for posting this video on your car. It’s helped me to decide to get my Lexus. What do you use to get rid of the fade on the headlights? That’s something I want to get done soon myself.
@@markducote3066 You're more than welcome! I'm glad the video helped in your decision! I'm glad you're enjoying your RX, too. They are just such good cars. My RX is 100 miles shy of 275,000 miles and still is very solid. I'm planning to do an update video once I hit that milestone since I've had a few things I've had to address. These cars are so good in the snow, too. It's gotten me through some pretty nasty weather where I've watched a lot of other cars struggling, and this one gets through entirely drama free. I've driven a few front wheel drive cars in the snow and it made me realize how spoiled I am with this car in the snow! I used the 3M headlight restoration kit! It came with a clear coat that you wipe on and that lasted for a couple of years- my headlights are a bit yellow again now. If I would have put more wax or sealant over them, they probably would've stayed clear longer. I may be using that kit again this summer to address this. Let me know if you have any other questions!
DJ Hobbies thanks for watching! Congrats on the purchase! 100k is definitely low miles for an ‘08. Hope your RX treats you as well as ours have treated us!
Thank you and me too. I always like the lexus rx but after driving it and looking at the pictures of it i really am into this vehicle. I am already a car guy so i am excited even more excited then my wife even tho its her car. Lol
My god, the RX just shrugs it off as if 263k is nothing! Also, it is really impressive that the engine doesn't burn any oil at this mileage. My mom's Accord is at 150k and that thing... burns a fair amount of oil
Honestly, it's still crazy to me that I hop in my car everyday and drive it without any thought, just like any other car, and the only thing that reminds me of its age is the odometer. The oil is always my bragging point haha!
I swear we have the same car! I have 170k .. Again, my O2 went. I need to fix it. check engine light is still on. I swear I haven't had time to fix it... I workout every morning, and then soon after I travel like 2 hours to get to work everyday.... My car drives fine. It's just not pulling power. I plan to possibly fix it tomorrow evening..
I just got rid of a 2004 RX 330 with 350k miles, bad transmission, leaky steering rack, bad struts, and a wrecked front end for 5,500. There is a certain price point to where you just cant find these cars and I was right at that line. I have seen a few 4k dollar prices but everything else was in a junk yard. I may have sold one of the shittiest high mileage rx330 to date.
@@michaelwoyahn2238 It was a funny situation. I sprayed the motor down with engine cleaner and pressure washed it. I detailed the interior. I shoved the bumper back in fenders so it didnt look wrecked, and I cleared the check engine codes before I went in. I brought it to carmax already warmed up because it barely shifted out of gear cold. After they gave me an offer of 5,500 I literally thought it was a joke. I took them up on the offer and got an Uber to Lexus, bought the new RX.
@@ftnppg1272 Oh wow, that's really impressive! I'll definitely have to check out Carmax when it's time to get rid of my car then! Hope the new RX treats you well, glad you stuck with the Lexus family haha!
@@michaelwoyahn2238 Thank you. I also have a 2014 Is 350, 1987 Porsche 944 Turbo, 1970 BMW 2002, and a motorcycle. Always a Lexus though for daily driving and everyday life. Best cars for the money but I find the new body styles make people treat me differently because they make you look flashy and rich. My 2004 RX was so low key yet held it's own. I really wish they made an RXF. Lol. I have to admit though now that German competition is getting more reliable I am starting to like newer Porsche Cayannes, Macans, and Q5s. Take care
@@ftnppg1272 That's an awesome fleet! I'm hoping to keep my RX going for awhile so I could have a fun car to complement it eventually! But Lexuses really are fantastic daily drivers. So comfy and practical. I could see the new ones having a different stigma which is too bad! The 2nd general RX is great for that, as you said. I can't blame you for checking out the Porsches and Audis. I really like them, too, but they are quite out of my price range at the moment! At least you've got some German cars to hold you over in the mean time!
Wow! Your RX is light years ahead of mine. I'm currently at 78,000 miles, even though its a 2004. I have no plans on getting rid of this car, regardless of how old it gets. As long as it starts, it's mine forever.
JDM N' Planes With 78k, yours should have a lot of life left in it! I’m hoping to get a couple of years out of mine still, but I’d love to get more. They’re really fantastic cars!
@@michaelwoyahn2238 Yeah, any Lexus is built amazingly. I plan on buying an ES350 soon to replace my other sedan.
JDM N' Planes no kidding! I think the ES should treat you well too!
@@michaelwoyahn2238 Yeah, I really am looking forward to another Lexus. There are a few ES350's in the Chicagoland area for under 10 grand. The one I'm keeping an eye on is 9 grand and it's got around 75,000 miles. I hope to get it!
JDM N' Planes oh nice! Best of luck with the car search!
Still looks very good too!! I’m glad it did so well. Definitely shows Lexus quality! Hope you had fun!
Thank you!
I just bought mine man, I am in love. Had the LS400 before
Congrats! They're fantastic cars, so I have no doubt you'll enjoy it!
And I love the clear taillights
How are the seats on long journeys? I drive 16 hour stretches and even my iS 350 gets uncomfortable, but I don't think any car seat can be that good for that long. I got an RX 330 2004 with 202k and ready for a long trip. Hoping I can get as good of mileage as you.
I would say the seats are really good! I’ve never gotten to the point where I’d call them uncomfortable, though sometimes it still feels nice to stand up after some stretches. I think the longest trip was 12 hours though, so not totally sure about how they feel at 16 hours.
Boy....these Lexus cars seem so comfortable and reliable
They really are! I'm at 274,600+ miles now. I've had a couple of issues that I want to get sorted before I do another update, but she's still kicking!
@@michaelwoyahn2238 sick man, so tempting
Did your dashboard crack? Some RX's dashboard cracked and Lexus offered a replacement but that ended in 2017 I believe. I was wondering if you had that issue with yours. Let me know bro!
Am about go get a RX 350 2009 147,000 miles one owner, its in very good shape dont know if its a good deal or not. Thnks for your videos they helped alot..
JAHGLE MAN VIBES thanks for watching! Glad they were helpful! One owner is normally a good bet. Good luck with the purchase!
Have you changed shocks if so, what brand did you use?
I have not changed the shocks yet, but I think I've heard pretty good things about KYB!
Ever replace the radiator? Mines starting leaking at 140k miles. Mechanic think it was lack of coolant flushing? Had it flushed around 80-90k miles
We've actually replaced it twice! I can't remember the exact timeframe of the first one, but I think it was around 130k. The second one was not an OEM replacement as far as I know, and that was replaced at least five years ago. Honestly, we haven't done regular coolant services, which probably has contributed to them going bad.
@@michaelwoyahn2238 might be a design flaw TBH, did some digging on clublexus forums and others had reported the same problem. Gonna get mine fixed on Thursday at a radiator shop quoted me $500 which is a fair deal.
Loren Fok I could definitely see that! I know there was a TSB for the radiator which definitely points to a known issue. $500 is definitely fair!
what’s up man, nice! Question.. what type of gas do you use? Reg, Super, premium?? I’m so confused
A2ZFBC We’ve only used regular in this car and my dad’s RX350! I think premium is recommended in the RX330 and it’s “required” in the RX350. But we’ve never had any issues running regular! At the heart of them, they are just Toyota engines (as far as I know), so they should be fine with regular.
does it has back up camera?
Angel bluerider mine doesn’t, but RXes with nav do!
Hey Michael, I have pretty much the same car but mine is a RX 350 2008. I have about 188 Plus thousand miles on mine. The only issue I have right now is faded headlights the back handle does not work on the hatchback and my cruise control gives me trouble every now and then. Did you have any issues with the cruise control yourself?
Mark Ducote My dad has a 2008 RX350 too, and he’s actually recently started having issues with the cruise control not engaging! It seems to get better when the car is warmed up so I’m wondering if a connection is starting to wear down. My 2004 hasn’t had issues with the cruise control yet.
Interesting. That’s cool that your car still has no issues with its cruise control. I really like this car a lot! It does excellent in the snow! No issues at all. I have a 99 Honda Accord that has 230,000 miles on it. But it’s only front wheel drive. I got tired of having issues with bad weather so I finally got an all wheel drive vehicle. This really is an excellent car, my Lexus I mean. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me. And thanks again for posting this video on your car. It’s helped me to decide to get my Lexus. What do you use to get rid of the fade on the headlights? That’s something I want to get done soon myself.
@@markducote3066 You're more than welcome! I'm glad the video helped in your decision! I'm glad you're enjoying your RX, too. They are just such good cars. My RX is 100 miles shy of 275,000 miles and still is very solid. I'm planning to do an update video once I hit that milestone since I've had a few things I've had to address.
These cars are so good in the snow, too. It's gotten me through some pretty nasty weather where I've watched a lot of other cars struggling, and this one gets through entirely drama free. I've driven a few front wheel drive cars in the snow and it made me realize how spoiled I am with this car in the snow!
I used the 3M headlight restoration kit! It came with a clear coat that you wipe on and that lasted for a couple of years- my headlights are a bit yellow again now. If I would have put more wax or sealant over them, they probably would've stayed clear longer. I may be using that kit again this summer to address this. Let me know if you have any other questions!
Michael Woyahn Thanks a lot for your input!
Mark Ducote No problem!
Good video. I am picking up a 2008 rx350 with an 100,000 miles on it. Still low miles for the type of vehicle it is. Take care
DJ Hobbies thanks for watching! Congrats on the purchase! 100k is definitely low miles for an ‘08. Hope your RX treats you as well as ours have treated us!
Thank you and me too. I always like the lexus rx but after driving it and looking at the pictures of it i really am into this vehicle. I am already a car guy so i am excited even more excited then my wife even tho its her car. Lol
DJ Hobbies lol I can’t blame you! You might have to borrow it from her some days!
Totally true. I just drove it back from picking it up 90 miles and it was one of the best drives in a long time.
DJ Hobbies glad to hear you’re already enjoying it! The RX is very nice to drive. Such a good road trip car too!
My god, the RX just shrugs it off as if 263k is nothing! Also, it is really impressive that the engine doesn't burn any oil at this mileage. My mom's Accord is at 150k and that thing... burns a fair amount of oil
Honestly, it's still crazy to me that I hop in my car everyday and drive it without any thought, just like any other car, and the only thing that reminds me of its age is the odometer. The oil is always my bragging point haha!
I swear we have the same car! I have 170k .. Again, my O2 went. I need to fix it. check engine light is still on. I swear I haven't had time to fix it... I workout every morning, and then soon after I travel like 2 hours to get to work everyday.... My car drives fine. It's just not pulling power. I plan to possibly fix it tomorrow evening..
Yosef Roth nice! I love the gray color. Sorry to hear about your O2 sensor, hopefully you can get it fixed without too much trouble!
I just got rid of a 2004 RX 330 with 350k miles, bad transmission, leaky steering rack, bad struts, and a wrecked front end for 5,500.
There is a certain price point to where you just cant find these cars and I was right at that line. I have seen a few 4k dollar prices but everything else was in a junk yard. I may have sold one of the shittiest high mileage rx330 to date.
Huh, maybe my car is worth more than I think! Definitely sounded like it was time to dump that '04 RX. Glad you still got some money out of it!
@@michaelwoyahn2238 It was a funny situation. I sprayed the motor down with engine cleaner and pressure washed it. I detailed the interior. I shoved the bumper back in fenders so it didnt look wrecked, and I cleared the check engine codes before I went in.
I brought it to carmax already warmed up because it barely shifted out of gear cold. After they gave me an offer of 5,500 I literally thought it was a joke. I took them up on the offer and got an Uber to Lexus, bought the new RX.
@@ftnppg1272 Oh wow, that's really impressive! I'll definitely have to check out Carmax when it's time to get rid of my car then! Hope the new RX treats you well, glad you stuck with the Lexus family haha!
@@michaelwoyahn2238 Thank you. I also have a 2014 Is 350, 1987 Porsche 944 Turbo, 1970 BMW 2002, and a motorcycle. Always a Lexus though for daily driving and everyday life. Best cars for the money but I find the new body styles make people treat me differently because they make you look flashy and rich. My 2004 RX was so low key yet held it's own. I really wish they made an RXF. Lol.
I have to admit though now that German competition is getting more reliable I am starting to like newer Porsche Cayannes, Macans, and Q5s.
Take care
@@ftnppg1272 That's an awesome fleet! I'm hoping to keep my RX going for awhile so I could have a fun car to complement it eventually! But Lexuses really are fantastic daily drivers. So comfy and practical.
I could see the new ones having a different stigma which is too bad! The 2nd general RX is great for that, as you said. I can't blame you for checking out the Porsches and Audis. I really like them, too, but they are quite out of my price range at the moment! At least you've got some German cars to hold you over in the mean time!