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Re:A glut has used-car depreciation accelerating by sedachv on Wednesday August 23, 2017 @03:12AM (#15079248)
Is there something special about the LS430 air suspension? I own a Town Car with rear air suspension and it is my favorite feature of that car. Parts don't seem to be expensive and there is a large aftermarket. I have been recommending rear air suspensions to others interested in comfortable road trip cars.
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Re:A glut has used-car depreciation accelerating by alexanderstears on Wednesday August 23, 2017 @11:45AM (#15082424)
It's a volume thing - the LS430 is a relatively rare car, air suspension is a relatively rare option (only available on the top two trip levels), and the replacement parts are only available through lexus. There isn't anyone who rebuilds them or sells them private label.

For the price of 1 air shock replaced at the dealer, you can get an independent mechanic to put the car on conventional suspension and it'll still ride good enough on smaller wheels.

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