Hey guys, i'm in the market for a new vehicle and I have around 12k to spend on it. Here are the requirements:
1) Four Door
2) Safe
3) Not American
4) Used
5) Moddable and NOT FWD
6)Not an E46 (Dashocker ;))
Thanks,
Elliott
PS: I want the car to be somewhat luxurious and nice inside. Handling/speed doesn't really matter to me because the car will be modded. I just want potential.
pvmike1
07-10-07, 04:57 PM
You pretty much described a 2 GS, but it looks like you already own one.
bighitbike
07-10-07, 05:03 PM
You pretty much described a 2 GS, but it looks like you already owned one.
Think I should get another? ***** saved my life....
tmf2004
07-10-07, 05:21 PM
Did you get that PM i sent about the GS.. Are you looking for another Lexus?
thetopdog
07-10-07, 05:37 PM
Mix it up and try out a 1st gen SC this time
sonyman
07-10-07, 05:37 PM
Mix it up and try out a 1st gen SC this time
He said 4 door...
Woogie
07-10-07, 05:39 PM
What in the hell? What happened? Glad to hear you're okay. Where did this happen?
Och
07-10-07, 05:55 PM
LS400, if you liked your GS, you will LOVE an LS400.
bighitbike
07-10-07, 05:56 PM
What in the hell? What happened? Glad to hear you're okay. Where did this happen?
West Mercer Way...there's a huge thread in the 2GS section. I want to keep this thread dedicated to a new love :D
Tony- Yea I did! Thanks and I really liked that. I'm going to keep that in mind for sure.
Och: That sounds like a great idea! I'll def be looking into that one. I'm just not sure if it's going to be sporty enough for me...we'll see.
frotiss
07-10-07, 06:09 PM
I have a 2002 GS300 Silver on Grey Mint 100,000 miles asking $14,500 let me know
blacksc400
07-10-07, 06:30 PM
YOU SHOULD KEEP YOUR tURBO KIT AND GET ANOTHER GS :p
bighitbike
07-10-07, 06:38 PM
YOU SHOULD KEEP YOUR tURBO KIT AND GET ANOTHER GS :p
Turbo kit is sold...Pretty sure i'm going to do a 240 or SC drift build soon so that'll have my fun taken care of.
JAC JZS
07-10-07, 06:52 PM
I know you had a GS but with your parameters there is nothing else that is as good imo. Get another GS!
bighitbike
07-10-07, 07:11 PM
What do you guys think about a 1LS? Just use it as a cruiser...dumped on some 19's. This is getting me thinking....
JAC JZS
07-10-07, 07:14 PM
Unless ur trying to save money a 1LS really doesnt compare to the 2GS imo.
bighitbike
07-10-07, 07:30 PM
When i'm saying 1LS i mean the 98-00 gen....
Och
07-10-07, 07:36 PM
What do you guys think about a 1LS? Just use it as a cruiser...dumped on some 19's. This is getting me thinking....
Well, I have a 1st gen LS400, and 2nd gen GS430, and while overall I do like the LS400 better, it does have a few problems, like most early Lexus models, but all of these problems were fixed in next generations. The 2nd gen LS, 95-97 is basically an improved version of the first gen, and 2.5 gen LS, 98-2000 is even better, almost perfect. And I think you should be able to find a 98 LS in a nice condition with your budget.
Och
07-10-07, 07:37 PM
When i'm saying 1LS i mean the 98-00 gen....
LOL, thats 2.5 gen. I think its a really really great car, its basically a perfected version of the original LS, with all the bugs worked out and every possible improvement.
LiLS
07-10-07, 07:43 PM
you just described a GS exactly.
DASHOCKER
07-10-07, 07:56 PM
Hey guys, i'm in the market for a new vehicle and I have around 12k to spend on it. Here are the requirements:
1) Four Door
2) Safe
3) Not American
4) Used
5) Moddable and NOT FWD
6)Not an E46 (Dashocker ;))
Thanks,
Elliott
PS: I want the car to be somewhat luxurious and nice inside. Handling/speed doesn't really matter to me because the car will be modded. I just want potential.LOL.. You are passing up on one of the best cars on the planet bar none E. The E46. No matter how much you mod a GS, LS, IS, it will never give you the same confidence, driving dynamics, handeling, safety as the famed E46. Modding an E46 will make it even more of a pleasure. Shoot, I will sell you my GS.
Let me know if any of the above mentioned can drive like these machines
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Nd_tavJgAUE
bighitbike
07-10-07, 08:02 PM
LOL.. You are passing up on one of the best cars on the planet bar none E. The E46. No matter how much you mod a GS, LS, IS, it will never give you the same confidence, driving dynamics, handeling, safety as the famed E46. Modding an E46 will make it even more of a pleasure. Shoot, I will sell you my GS.
Let me know if any of the above mentioned can drive like these machines
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Nd_tavJgAUE
The only thing i'm not liking is the reliability. My friends is a piece....
bighitbike
07-10-07, 08:02 PM
LOL, thats 2.5 gen. I think its a really really great car, its basically a perfected version of the original LS, with all the bugs worked out and every possible improvement.
THATS IT!!! Haha yea that's what I like the most. Did those come with air?
bighitbike
07-10-07, 08:13 PM
Well turns out we're looking for cars in the 15k range :D!!!!!!!
DASHOCKER
07-10-07, 08:21 PM
The only thing i'm not liking is the reliability. My friends is a piece....The GS is not exactly reliable either. You take care of a car, and it will take care of you. The E46 3 series is one of the most reliable Bimmers you can buy. Good luck with your choice E:thumbup:
bighitbike
07-10-07, 08:28 PM
You're making me think too much....grrrr
Och
07-10-07, 08:55 PM
THATS IT!!! Haha yea that's what I like the most. Did those come with air?
Yeah, but they are hard to come by, and very expensive to repair. LS is a very smooth car as it is, air suspension isn't necessary IMO.
As far as the E46 goes, seeing that you already owned a GS, you are already spoiled by Lexus, and if you go for the bimmer, you might end up hating it after a while.
bighitbike
07-10-07, 09:04 PM
The thing is, nothing looks better to me then a dumped 2GS. Wow I hate this...
flipspeed
07-10-07, 11:37 PM
audi a4 1.8t.
vince1128
07-11-07, 12:11 AM
The GS is not exactly reliable either. You take care of a car, and it will take care of you. The E46 3 series is one of the most reliable Bimmers you can buy. Good luck with your choice E:thumbup:
:agree:e46's are awesome, im getting one
bighitbike
07-11-07, 12:53 AM
Hmmm 2GS here I come....
oohpapi44
07-11-07, 09:15 AM
Hmmm 2GS here I come....
Great choice........ :thumbup:
bighitbike
07-11-07, 01:08 PM
Great choice........ :thumbup:
I'm so excited....!!!!
DASHOCKER
07-11-07, 01:52 PM
I'm so excited....!!!!
GS it is!! Congrats.. That 12k is going to turn into 20k with mods:D
VIPLINE
07-11-07, 02:12 PM
Why another Lexus??? :uh:
Mercedes Benz W124 500E...that's classic.
bighitbike
07-11-07, 02:39 PM
Why another Lexus??? :uh:
Mercedes Benz W124 500E...that's classic.
That's a nice car and all. I'm getting a GS for a cruiser then building a KA-T 240 in a bit.
The styling on the 2GS is timeless to me. I still double take when I see them go bye.
DASHOCKER
07-11-07, 02:53 PM
Why another Lexus??? :uh:
Mercedes Benz W124 500E...that's classic.Wow.. i forgot about the W124 500E.. This car was and still is a performer. Remember the W124 AMG Hammer? That was the worlds fastest sedan back in the late 80's early 90's.. 0-60 in 5.4 and a top speed of 186 mph with an auto tranny.:eek2: