Buying a used car for £11k - Lexus or Volvo?

I wish to buy a quality car that I can get into easily. I'm looking at the Lexus RX and the Volvo XC90. They would need to be around 6 - 10 years old reflecting a limited budget of £11,000. What should...

Replacing Lexus RX300 - what should I buy?

I’m looking to replace my Lexus RX300. I’ve had the cars for eight years and have found it to be very reliable and comfortable. I'm looking to purchase a new/nearly new car and I am looking at the Lexus...

The steering failed on my Lexus RX300 - have you heard of this before?

Rather unnervingly, this morning the steering on my 2004 Lexus RX300 temporarily failed twice. From cold, 100 yards into my journey there is a left downhill bend and the steering did not work for a second...

Is £10,600 a fair price for a 2004 Lexus RX300?

I am considering buying a used Lexus RX 300 (from Lexus dealership), it looks in very good condition, has had one previous owner and has only done 58,000 miles. With the part-ex on my E320 estate I will...

Winter tyres - why can't I get them for my Lexus?

I run a 54 reg RX300 and have been having problems trying to get winter tyres. My current tyres are 225/60 R17 and I have asked local garages and specialists for steel wheels and winter tyres but they...

Rust on a used vehicle

Bought a Lexus RX300H from approved used Lexus dealer 6 weeks ago, about 200 miles from where I live. Upon cleaning for the first time noticed small patch of rust at bottom of rear door. Was advised...

Lext car

Our Lexus RX300 Navigator is getting old, like us. We love the comfort, space and style, but maintenance and repair costs make our eyes water. We do low annual mileage (8,000) so have ruled out a diesel....

Should I allow my Lexus RX300 automatic's brakes to cool before using them to hold the car stationary at traffic lights etc?

I have just bought an automatic Lexus RX 300 (2003, facelift, 5-speed auto). In many ways a silly concept, I am delighted with it, because the large number of speedbumps on our road (I live opposite a...