3Rd Gen 2007 Lexus Gs430 Shock Absorbers

[myfriendfuni]

Hi everyone

I've been a long time owner of the 3rd generation 2007 Lexus GS430 with the active suspension system where you can flick between normal or sport.

Just had the horrible news at the end of a service that one of my shock absorbers is leaking and needs ot be replaced.

My face when I was quoted the $1200 price for the shock plus $600 labor fee for just 1 shock absorber!

Which leads me here, a mate suggest I check out forums for alternatives.

Does anyone have any experience in this area? Is this the only option or would it be cheaper to buy a set of 4 aftermarket shockabsorbers which can be used with the stock springs - I'm not looking for a change in the ride quality or handling. I would just like ot keep it like the standard ride - not too fussed with the active suspension system either as I don't use it.

Thankyou all in advance!

A

[ilv1004s]

best way

look for some second hands at wreckers

or get the oems rebuilt

[myfriendfuni]

Thanks for the reply - wreckers is a good idea.

Thanks

A

[Sockeye]

Try to price your shock absorber here.

https://partsouq.com/

See what they sell it for.

I have bought more than one item from that place. Excellent prices with cheap shipping to Oz.

[dhami]

Thanks for the reply - wreckers is a good idea.

Thanks

A

hi

did u got cheap one ?

coz today i put my gs430 on hoist both front shocks are leaking

if u got one let me know where u find it

tks

cheers

[dhami]

Hi everyone

I've been a long time owner of the 3rd generation 2007 Lexus GS430 with the active suspension system where you can flick between normal or sport.

Just had the horrible news at the end of a service that one of my shock absorbers is leaking and needs ot be replaced.

My face when I was quoted the $1200 price for the shock plus $600 labor fee for just 1 shock absorber!

Which leads me here, a mate suggest I check out forums for alternatives.

Does anyone have any experience in this area? Is this the only option or would it be cheaper to buy a set of 4 aftermarket shockabsorbers which can be used with the stock springs - I'm not looking for a change in the ride quality or handling. I would just like ot keep it like the standard ride - not too fussed with the active suspension system either as I don't use it.

Thankyou all in advance!

A

I was quoted for both front shocks $2600 fited parts + labour

[Sockeye]

Don't go to a dealership to shop for parts if you find their prices too expensive.

Order your parts online and fit them elsewhere or yourself.

Here we go. Without looking to deep you can have your rear strut for $250.

http://www.autonationpartsdirect.com/oe-lexus/4853080234

Post your VIN here and we can check what part number you actually need.

[dhami]

• vin number JTHBN96SX05003884

i need both front and both rear shocks

as u know they are electronic shocks

[Sockeye]

4851080392
ABSORBER ASSY, SHOCK, FRONT RH

259.44$

https://partsouq.com/en/search/search?q=4851080392

4852080151

ABSORBER ASSY, SHOCK, FRONT LH

259.44$

https://partsouq.com/en/search/search?q=4852080151

4853080234
ABSORBER ASSY, SHOCK, REAR RH

290.80$

https://partsouq.com/en/search/search?q=4853080234

I am sure you can look up the last one by yourself.

And yeah, they are quite expensive.

[dhami]

hi

i look ..i also got one quote from Sydney they got D2 Racing Street 36 way Adjustable Coilovers fro this car ..almost $1200

which one is good stock one or coilovers ???

coz they r almost same price ...

[dhami]

4851080392

ABSORBER ASSY, SHOCK, FRONT RH

259.44$

https://partsouq.com/en/search/search?q=4851080392

4852080151

ABSORBER ASSY, SHOCK, FRONT LH

259.44$

https://partsouq.com/en/search/search?q=4852080151

4853080234

ABSORBER ASSY, SHOCK, REAR RH

290.80$

https://partsouq.com/en/search/search?q=4853080234

I am sure you can look up the last one by yourself.

And yeah, they are quite expensive.

hi

i look ..i also got one quote from Sydney they got D2 Racing Street 36 way Adjustable Coilovers fro this car ..almost $1200

which one is good stock one or coilovers ???

coz they r almost same price ...

[Sockeye]

Replacing major suspension components on such a complex car as GS430 with aftermarket parts is opening a massive can of worms to deal with. This could be done, but you have to be prepared for this mentally and financially.

[Gorilla]

Guys, I have my stock shocks sitting in my garage with 40,000kms.

I can get you used ones from Japan, or new coilovers (Which I put in mine). This allows height and damper adjustment.

Its the cheapest option. I run Tanabe coilovers, which is Japan made.

[Haydenthagr8]

I'm currently wrecking a complete 2008 Lexus GS460 with 50.000k's on the clock in Auckland, New Zealand. Happy to provide you with parts if need be :)

[Sockeye]

How much Would it cost to ship 4 factory wheels from NZ to Brisbane?

Thanks

[Haydenthagr8]

How much Would it cost to ship 4 factory wheels from NZ to Brisbane?

Thanks

Unfortunately that might be the one thing that's cheaper to buy in Australia for you. Shipping at a rough estimate would probably work out to be in the region of 400-500 NZD based upon what I've sent there so far. Smaller things that can be boxed and sent in general post it's often less than $100 NZD to send.

Hayden C

[Sockeye]

Thanks.

I guess it all depends in how much are you asking for wheels and condition of the tyres on the wheels.

[Haydenthagr8]

How much Would it cost to ship 4 factory wheels from NZ to Brisbane?

Thanks

Unfortunately wheels have sold.