When did Lexus GS300 and GS430 come out?
Graham Smith reviews the 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011 Lexus GS300 and GS430 as a used buy. Lexus took on the big German brands with build quality but rivals have a lively edge. New Look around you on the road and you’ll see heaps of Benzes, BMWs and Audis, standing out with their distinctive Excellent build quality.
Is it safe to buy a used Lexus GS300?
As owners we have spoken to confirm, you can buy a used GS300 or GS430 with confidence that it will give you good trouble free motoring even after accumulating quite high mileage. The engines and transmissions are bulletproof, the chassis stands up well, and you’re hard-pressed to find a squeak or rattle in the body.
Can a GS300 be involved in a crash?
Indeed, if you do hear a squeak or rattle you should be suspicious that the car might have been involved in a crash. Even though the GS300/GS430 is a high quality car you should still check for crash repairs, careless driving in the form of bumps and scrapes as well as a regular service record.
How are the front seats in a Lexus GS300?
Inside the well-appointed cabin, the front seats were luxuriously proportioned and padded, and there was plenty of travel for tall occupants. For rear access, you needed to duck a little to avoid hitting the coupe-like roofline and seating could be tight if the front passengers slid their seats back.
What kind of car is the Lexus GS300?
The Lexus GS300 is an executive car manufactured by Japanese automaker, Lexus, which is the luxury division of Toyota. The GS300 was designed as a performance sedan and slots between the compact executive IS vehicle line and the larger LS line of vehicles.
Is the 2008 Lexus GS a good car?
The 2008 Lexus GS sedans offer peace and quiet, with exceptional build quality, but the backseat and trunk are far from utopian. The 2008 Lexus GS offers superior comfort in its front seats, but the backseats are compromised by the roofline, and storage is only so-so.
How big are the sway bars on a Lexus GS300?
Another thing to consider when modifying your Lexus GS300 is sway bars. By default, almost all factory cars are tuned with an understeer bias. This makes them easier to drive at their limit, and much safer. For example, a stock Mitsubishi EVO 8 (AWD Turbo) comes factory with a 24mm front sway bar, and a 22mm rear.
What’s the difference between the 2008 Lexus GS 350 and 460?
The number of cylinders is the only substantial difference between the 2008 Lexus GS 460 and the 2008 Lexus GS 350. Cars.com says, ” [GS] 350 buyers aren’t likely to find the V-6 wanting for power,” while ConsumerGuide attests that the 2008 Lexus GS 460’s “4.6-liter V8 engine gives GS 460 lots of go.”