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Last of cars built to go a million miles - $2,000 (Tucson)
1999
Lexus ls 400
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1999 Lexus LS 400 - A Legendary Survivorl
The Ultimate Longevity Machine with a Rebuilt Title Story
This champagne-colored 1999 Lexus LS 400 represents the final year of Toyota's most ambitious engineering project - a luxury sedan built to run forever. With 202,993 actual miles on the odometer, this car is just getting broken in by LS 400 standards.
The Salvage Story - Transparency Matters
Insurance salvaged this vehicle for a small dent in the fender, and I have all the pictures from the auction to document its condition. Complete auction documentation available, showing the damage was primarily cosmetic left front impact. The car maintained "Run & Drive" status throughout the auction process, with keys present and all airbags intact.
Known LS 400 Issues - Already Addressed
The LS 400 community knows these cars inside and out. The common failure points include:
• Starter replacement (notoriously difficult job) - ✅ ALREADY FIXED
• Rack and pinion steering (expensive repair) - ⚠️ Needs attention
• Various suspension components
• Power steering pump issues
The beauty of this particular example? Most of the expensive, labor-intensive repairs have already been completed. You're buying a car where someone else absorbed the major maintenance costs.
What Still Needs Attention
• Front end repair (minor fender work from the small dent)
• Rack and pinion replacement
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Why This Car Will Last a Lifetime
The 1UZ-FE V8 engine in these cars is legendary for reliability. Toyota over-engineered every component with the goal of creating a car that could challenge Mercedes and BMW in both luxury and longevity. These engines routinely see 400,000+ miles with basic maintenance.
This isn't just a car purchase - it's an investment in decades of reliable transportation.
The LS 400 represents the end of an era when manufacturers built cars to last forever rather than until the warranty expired. With the major known issues already addressed, this vehicle is positioned to deliver hundreds of thousands more miles of luxury driving experience.
Perfect for someone who appreciates legendary Japanese engineering. Great first car or classic car enthusiasts