1998 Lexus ES

300 Sedan

6 - Cyl.

Automatic

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Gasoline

The ES 300—Lexus' bestseller—is the entry-level model, billed by the manufacturer as an executive sedan when it was introduced. Completely redesigned in 1997, the 1998 ES 300 receives the addition of front-seat-mounted side airbags, a engine immobilizer security system, and availability of an optional 215-watt Nakamichi audio system. The ES 300 is the second generation of a car that replaced the ES 250, Lexus' original entry-level model. Like its predecessor, the ES 300 shares the basic architecture of the Toyota Camry, though its appointments reflect the high levels of comfort, convenience and refinement that have become trademarks of Lexus luxury. The typical buyer is a male with an income slightly below $100,000. What's New for 1998 Side-impact airbags debut on Lexus's entry-level car, as does an engine immobilizer anti-theft system and an optional Nakamichi audio system. Reduced force front airbags are also new on all 1998 Lexus models. Review Lexus makes some of the world's finest automobiles. The LS400 set the benchmark for luxury-sedan excellence when it was introduced, and the rest of the world is just now catching up. The SC300 and SC400 sport coupes have likewise set the automotive world on its ear by blowing the doors off of traditional luxury sport coupes like the Cadillac Eldorado and Mercury Mark VIII in terms of refinement and elegance. The Lexus ES300, was miles ahead of the compition.. All of that changed in 1997 when the Camry and ES300 underwent significant redesigns. Thankfully Toyota decided that the Camry and ES300 should take divergent paths as far as styling and orientation were concerned. The result means that Lexus is finally blessed with an entry-level vehicle that deserves to wear the Lexus badge. The most prominent feature of the ES300 has to be its aggressive snout, which juts forward with a large lower air dam and prominent fog lamps. The ES300's deep character lines along the hood and door panels work well, giving this car a distinguished appearance that the former model was lacking. The interior of the ES300 is a nice place to spend time thanks to a high level of refinement and an abundance of standard equipment. Fine luxury touches such as the optional Nakamichi stereo, fine leather upholstery, attractive walnut interior trim pieces and two-position memory seats ! Changes to the 1998 ES300 include the introduction of side-impact airbags and depowered side-impact airbags to the standard equipment roster. The ES300 also gets an engine immobilizer anti-theft system and the newly optional Nakamichi sound system that audiophiles have raved about in the LS400 for so long. Driving the ES300 is fun because of the car's ample horsepower and torque. The heavy front weight bias and soft suspension make the ES300 feel unstable while driving aggressively, but in most situations the car does fine. It's nice to see the people at Lexus taking their entry-level car seriously. If luxury with a touch of performance are what you are looking for, consider the ES300. It's a nice car that costs less than much of the competition in the near-luxury market. WELL FOLKS THE AFFORE MENTIONED SHOULD COVER IT ALL, BUT UNFORTUNETLY IT DOESNT..THIS IS A USED CAR AND SHOULD BE THOUGHT OF SUCH WHEN CONSIDERING YOUR PURCHASE.. WHAT I CAN SAY IS, EVERYTHING ON THIS CAR WORKS JUST AS IT SHOULD STRAIGHT FROM THE FACTORY..INCLUDING COLD AC..IT HAS NEVER BEEN BOOGERD UP WITH ANY AFTERMARKET CRAP. NOR HAS IT BEEN OWNED BY A KID. IT HAS BEEN AN ADULT OWNED VEHICLE ITS LIFE..AUTOCHECK SHOWS THIS CAR TO BE JUST AS STATED.. ALTHOUGH IT DOES HAVE SOME ROAD SCARES THEY SHOULD BE EXPECTED WITH AGE. SEE PICS, FRONT BUMPER HAS SOME PAINT SCUFFS, THE REAR DRIVER QUARTER HAS A SMALL DENT & THE RADIO DISPLAY LAMP IS OUT..THAT COVERS ALL THE MAJOR.. THE CAR HAS ALWAYS HAD ON TIME FLUID CHANGES WITH DOC'S VERIFYING SUCH.. I HAVE FULL DOC'S ON ALL WORK PERFORMED ON THIS CAR. WELL OVER 1500.00 IN RECENT RECIEPTS.. 1. NEW RACK & PINNION. 2. NEWER TIRES. 3. NEW STRUTS & SHOCKS. 4. NEW BATTERY. THIS IS AN ARIZONA CAR HAS NEVER SEEN SALT OR SNOW..* NO RUST * CLEAN ROCKERS AND DOOR EDGES.. COMES WITH THE FACTORY OPTIONAL CHROME WHEELS.. THIS IS A VERY NICE CAR INDEED..WITH A LIL TLC YOU COULD HAVE YOURSELF A CREAMPUFF SHE IS SOUND & SOLID. IT DOES TO APEAR TO HAVE BEEN PAINTED AT SOME TIME IN ITS LIFE, IT WAS PAINTED ITS ORIGINAL COLOR AND NOT CHANGED. JUST NEEDS SOME GOOD OL'E ELBO GREASE A GOOD CLEANING/WAX JOB SUMS IT UP.. THE TITLE IS CLEAN AND CLEAR FROM ANY DEFECTS. IM SELLING THE CAR TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER WITH NO RESERVE AND A $99.00 DOLLAR STARTING BID.. BID HIGH AND BID TO WIN ! I PERSONALY WOULD NOT HESITATE IN TAKING THIS CAR ACROSS COUNTRY IT RUNS JUST LIKE NEW..HANDELS LIKE A DREAM WITH ITS SPORT/LUXUARY HANDELING PACKAGE.. THANX EVERYBODY AND HAPPY BIDDING..