Overview & Reviews

For 2003, 17-inch wheels are standard, replacing the 16-inchers. The climate control front seats and park-assist feature, formerly included only with the Ultra Luxury or Custom Luxury packages, are now available as stand-alone options. Finally, base cars ordered with the climate control front seats now feature perforated leather trim throughout.

• Superb ride quality, impressive array of standard and optional luxury features, top-notch interior materials, Lexus reliability.

• Not quite as athletic as its competitors, adding options raises the price to un-Lexuslike levels.

User Reviews:

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  Brake replacement needed every 40,000 - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By lexygirl - April 23 - 3:43 pm

  I absolutely adore the LS 430. I owned an Explorer pre LS and I will never go back. Maintenance on my LS 430 is less than I paid on my Ford! It drives like a dream in town & the hwy. The gas mileage is pretty good for the wt of the vehicle and everyone is always comfortable. I feel very safe and secure & do not worry about being stranded. I put a set of brakes on front and rear at 34,000 and now at 76,500 they are telling me I need front and rear brakes again. Leaves me wondering-shouldnt brakes last longer. I am not a 2 ft driver nor do I slam the brakes at stops.The other issue I have is the trunk will not stay open on its own. Other than these two issues I am SOLD on this brand.

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  One Great Lexus LS430 - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By Dr. Mark - February 13 - 10:00 am

  From the very first test drive, I could not believe the high level of comfort, ease, and overall smoothness involved. What a comfortable traveling vehicle, and yet agile and nimble enough for emergencies. Great looking, especially the utterly tasteful interior.

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  Why buy any other car? - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By Hat Trick - January 11 - 2:00 am

  This is our second LS, and is more powerful, quiet, thrifty, and nimble than the 1995 model.

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  An automobile worth considering - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By CA-Allen - January 11 - 2:00 am

  After owning a few of its European competitors, switching to the LS430 is the best choice yet I have made. Excellent reliability, extrememly quiet motor and surpringly good overall fuel economy even with a V8 engine (average 23 mpg). A trouble-free car makes the overall ownership a breeze. Its luxury supportive seating makes everyday long commute rather comfortable.

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  Driving a perfect "10" everyday - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By Champerty - December 4 - 11:33 am

  My 2003 Lexus 430 LS is equipped with the Ultra Luxury package and I bought it new. I cannot imagine a more dependable beautiful lifestyle. Everyday on the road you know that you are always the best ride without pretending. Is there any ride more quiet/ I dont think so. This car is simply the best all around, elegant, classy, smoothest and most reliable vehicle I have ever driven in my life. And that is alot to say since I have owned and /or been the primary driver of over 30 cars purchased without limit. They were all excellent vehicles, but the 03 Lexus 420 LS w/ Ultra Luxury package is like driving in heaven every day.

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  03 LS 430 ULTRA LUX - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By RON36330 - November 24 - 2:00 am

  DEALER EXPERIENCE WAS EXCEPTIONAL. GREAT PEOPLE. CAR RECEIVED WITH NO FLAWS OR DEFECTS. NO ADJUSTMENTS REQUIRED. EXTREMELY COMFORTABLE WITH ALL AMENITIES ONE COULD ASK FOR. RIDE IS EXCEPTIONAL, SMOOTH AND QUIET.

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  directinal light problem - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By j j walsh - October 2 - 10:00 am

  The negative action described below would seriously question if I would buy another Lexus 430 again.It is extremely frustrating to find you have driven 5 miles down the road with your directional lights indicating a turn when you have no intention of doing so. In addition to it being so quiet the steering wheel hides it from your vision. It is atwo time problem that Lexus refuses to admit or correct.

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  Its the Best - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By Leon Jay - June 13 - 10:00 am

  The quietest running car I have ever driven. It may be the best car I have ever owned.

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  BEST car I ever owned as long as regular maintance - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By Bronski Beat - February 25 - 10:47 pm

  Had many cars over last 30 years. This is by far most comfortable and reliable car. There was only 1 owner, older lady before me and she religiously took the car to Lexus for oil changes, timing belt and other regular maint. scheduled. It drives like on the cloud and it is super quiet on a good road. It flies over the potholes and uneven roads. Over last 2 years the car continues to drive like new, and keep in mind this is 2003 (almost 14 years old) Lots of new cars still dont have half of the technology what this car has. If you buy one make sure you see Carfax, so you know how it was maintained otherwise it might cost you a lot to fix stuff like benz or bmw. I will keep on driving till wheels fell off or this car might just out drive me. The engine in this cat is well know to go up to million miles plus if well taken care of. So the tranny and the rest. Love it. And milage is 18 city and 23 to 25 hwy. For V8 it is amazing!!! 320 torque and around 300 HP 0-60 6.5 sec Get one while you can, coz not many are around in good shape. After all 2001 was the 1st production year.

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  The Checkup - 2003 Lexus LS 430
  By Jayj - February 18 - 2:00 am

  It is a great, luxurious ride and a faboulous car to have. It makes a great present too.