This exceptionally rare non-navigation Pearl White over Tan Leather 2004 Lexus LS430 is available for sale from Tanin JDM!
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Finding a clean 2004–2006 Lexus LS430 without factory navigation is difficult enough. Finding one with just 110,196 miles, California ownership since new, a clean CARFAX, and no accidents or damage reported makes this an exceptionally desirable example.
This rare Base model features the Lexus Premium sound system, no factory navigation, no Smart Key system, standalone climate controls, climate-controlled front seats, heated rear seats, and Intuitive Parking Assist. For LS430 enthusiasts looking for the simplicity of a non-navigation car combined with the improvements of the facelift generation, this is one of the most difficult configurations for us to source.
The Lexus LS430 debuted in 2001 as the successor to the legendary LS400, continuing Lexus’ pursuit of exceptional comfort, refinement, build quality, and reliability. The updated 2004–2006 LS430 introduced revised exterior styling along with numerous mechanical and technology improvements, including the highly desirable 6-speed automatic transmission.
Powered by Toyota’s legendary 3UZ-FE 4.3-liter V8, the LS430 has developed a reputation for exceptional durability, smooth power delivery, and long-term ownership potential. Combined with rear-wheel drive, outstanding ride quality, and timeless styling, the LS430 remains one of the most respected flagship luxury sedans of its era.
Chassis: JTHBN36F640151985 • Grade/Trim: Base, No Navigation, Premium Package • Stock Number: 1985
Engine: 3UZ-FE 4.3L V8 • Transmission: Floor Shift 6-Speed Automatic • Drivetrain: RWD
Exterior: 072 Moonlight Pearl • Interior: LA07 Tan / Medium Brown Leather
Odometer: 110,190 miles
Docs: CARFAX Report – California Car
Timing Belt and Water Pump: Completed by Tanin JDM on 9/12/2026 at 110,189 miles.
Tires: (Continentual) Barum Bravuris Great condition, matching set, with good tread remaining (~7/32nds)
CARFAX documents three personal owners and reports no accidents or damage, no structural damage, no total loss, no title brands, and no indication of an odometer rollback.
All three owners were located in California. The original owner kept the vehicle for an estimated 15 years and 8 months, followed by approximately 5 years and 7 months with its second owner.
NOTE: The last mileage reported to CARFAX was 106,499 miles. The vehicle’s current mileage is approximately 110,196 miles.
Highlights and Recent Repairs
- Extremely rare 2004–2006 facelift Base model without factory navigation
- Beautiful Pearl White exterior, Tan Leather interior
- California owned since new
- No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX
- Exceptionally clean, rust-free California underbody
- Desirable facelift 6-speed automatic transmission
- Factory non-navigation dashboard
- Traditional standalone climate controls
- Lexus Premium audio system
- Conventional keyed ignition
- No Smart Key system
- Climate-controlled front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Intuitive Parking Assist
- First owner kept the vehicle approximately 15 years and 8 months
- Extensive recent preventative maintenance and reconditioning
Recent Maintenance & Reconditioning
This LS430 has undergone an extensive mechanical inspection and preventative maintenance service to establish a strong maintenance baseline for its next owner.
Service Performed by Tanin JDM
- New AISIN timing belt, tensioner, tensioner pulley, idler pulley
- New AISIN water pump
- New engine coolant (Pink as specified)
- Castrol Edge or equivalent Synthetic 5W-30 engine oil change
- New 90915-YZZD3 OEM Toyota/Lexus oil filter
- Idemitsu ATF TLS-LV automatic transmission pan drain and fill
- AMSOIL 75W-90 synthetic rear differential fluid change
- Brand-new OEM Lexus steering column telescope motor installed
Recently Replaced / Verified During Inspection
- KYB Excel-G front shocks recently installed – OE-level replacement option. Front coil springs, and rear shock and coil assemblies original and functioning as they should with no leaks or defects.
- Front Lower control arm bushings previously replaced
- DENSO radiator recently replaced
- 2025 Continental brand battery
- Front and rear brake pads inspected at approximately 8mm – green/serviceable condition
- Tires inspected with good remaining tread depth
Rather than simply relying on historical maintenance records, we evaluate each LS430 based on its current mechanical and cosmetic condition. This vehicle runs and drives exceptionally well, and its extensive recent service means many of the major maintenance and wear items an LS430 buyer should consider have already been addressed.
Why This Base Model LS430 Is So Special
Most Lexus LS430s were sold with increasingly elaborate luxury and technology packages, making a facelift 2004–2006 Base model without factory navigation surprisingly difficult to find today.
Instead of the large integrated factory navigation display, this LS430 retains traditional standalone climate controls and the Lexus Premium audio system. It also uses a conventional keyed ignition rather than the Smart Key system found on more heavily optioned examples.
For many LS430 enthusiasts, that’s exactly the appeal.
You retain the updated exterior styling, legendary 3UZ-FE V8, 6-speed automatic transmission, exceptional build quality, quiet cabin, climate-controlled seating, and flagship Lexus driving experience—without several of the aging electronic systems incorporated into more heavily optioned cars.
The factory non-navigation configuration also provides a much simpler starting point for owners interested in installing a modern aftermarket stereo, touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, or Android Auto system.
In an unusual twist, after specializing in and purchasing this many LS430s, we’ve found that some of the hardest configurations to source aren’t the fully loaded Ultra Luxury models. They’re cars like this.
A clean facelift LS430 with almost nothing in it.
Combine that specification with Pearl White over Tan Leather, only 110,196 miles, California ownership since new, a clean CARFAX, no accidents or damage reported, and extensive recent preventative maintenance, and this becomes an extremely difficult LS430 to duplicate.
Condition
This LS430 presents exceptionally well both cosmetically and mechanically.
Its lifetime California history is immediately apparent underneath the vehicle. The chassis and suspension components remain exceptionally clean and free from the corrosion typically associated with vehicles that have spent their lives in northern climates.
The Pearl White exterior and Tan Leather interior remain well preserved, while the engine compartment is exceptionally clean for a vehicle of this age.
Mechanically, the 3UZ-FE V8 runs smoothly, the 6-speed automatic transmission operates properly, and the vehicle drives exactly as a well-preserved LS430 should.
The recently replaced KYB Excel-G front shocks and previously replaced lower control arm bushings further contribute to the tight, composed ride expected from Lexus’ flagship sedan.
As with any 22-year-old vehicle, minor cosmetic imperfections consistent with age and mileage should be expected. Please review the complete photo gallery for a detailed representation of the vehicle’s condition.
Service History & Documentation
CARFAX documents this LS430 in California beginning with its original delivery in 2004. The vehicle was originally delivered through South County Lexus in Mission Viejo, California, with its first California title issued in Irvine at only 12 miles.
The original owner retained the vehicle for approximately 15 years and 8 months and averaged only 6,206 miles annually. The second owner averaged approximately 860 miles annually.
CARFAX shows mileage progressing from 86,735 miles in 2018 to 98,632 in 2020, 99,197 in 2022, 102,057 in 2024, and 106,499 in December 2025.
Historical service documentation is lighter than some LS430s we offer. CARFAX reports four service-history records, including the original pre-delivery inspection, 5,000-mile service at South County Lexus, an additional early Lexus service visit, and an oil and filter change at Tustin Toyota at 77,579 miles.
We addressed that uncertainty by performing our own extensive inspection and preventative maintenance. With the timing belt, water pump, coolant, engine oil, transmission fluid and differential fluid now serviced, along with the additional components already replaced, this LS430 has been thoroughly prepared for its next owner.
Why Buy an LS430 From Tanin JDM?
At Tanin JDM, the Lexus LS430 isn’t simply another used vehicle on our lot—it’s our specialty.
We actively search throughout the country for exceptional 2004–2006 LS430s with desirable specifications, favorable ownership histories, clean underbodies, and the qualities we would want in our own cars.
Each vehicle is inspected and evaluated before sale, with maintenance and reconditioning performed as necessary rather than simply washing the car and putting it on the market.
Our familiarity with these vehicles allows us to identify the differences between an average used LS430 and the increasingly difficult-to-find examples worth preserving.
Shipping
Nationwide shipping is available.
Open and enclosed vehicle transportation can be arranged throughout the continental United States. Tanin JDM has access to wholesale vehicle transport pricing, which can help reduce shipping costs for our customers.
Contact us with your ZIP code for a transportation quote.
Disclosure
CARFAX reports no accidents or damage, no total loss, no structural damage, no odometer rollback indication, and no branded title history for this vehicle.
CARFAX information is based on information supplied to CARFAX and may not include every incident, repair, or service performed during a vehicle’s lifetime.
Current vehicle mileage is approximately 110,196 miles, while the most recent mileage shown on the supplied CARFAX report is 106,499 miles.
Documentation
- Comprehensive U.S. service records from Sewell Lexus dealership in Fort Worth, Texas. Available via links at the top of the page for download or printing
- Title & standard sale docs provided at purchase including Wisconsin buyers guide which is a state mandated dealer inspection form certifying all aspects of the car are road legal and disclosing any problems.
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262‑320‑7665
taninjdm@gmail.com
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The demand for exceptional Lexus LS430s continues to grow, and factory non-navigation facelift models have become some of the most difficult examples for us to source. Many of the LS430s we acquire are reserved by returning customers and email newsletter subscribers shortly after becoming available.
At Tanin JDM, we specialize in carefully selected LS430s with an emphasis on condition, history, rust-free ownership, desirable specifications, and proper reconditioning. This particular example combines the increasingly rare factory non-navigation Base configuration with Pearl White over Tan Leather, 110,196 miles, California ownership since new, a clean CARFAX, and extensive recent preventative maintenance.
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