Design is subjective and I actually like the LC, LS, and new ES designs. That said, a lack of compelling engines, a refusal to offer Android Auto, some really stupid option limitations (no fog lights or ML available on the GS F-Sport in the NE), and an increase in the reliability of other brands means this will be my last Lexus for a while

 

 

We are starting to look at suv's. I am so-so about the lexus lineup, but my wife likes the new RX. So we'll see. I'm on the fence.

 

I'd have to agree with you. I love my LX 570! It drives well for a big vehicle...and reminds me of the luxurious Lexus vehicles I loved of the past. I considered the LC 500, but picked this up instead last week.

 

 

i am not sure how realistic this is now, but in the 2015 and 2016 your example didn't apply. on both GSs i am paying below 550 a month with 0 down. and both times i checked on the genesis and the v8 cost more than the GS.

if today you tell me the GS is 550 and i can lease the g80 v8 for 450? i think the choice is clear (again, if the price is realistic)

i think we are very similar. i still can't find myself excited about the new LS, nothing like when i saw the 2007. the new one just doesn't look special to me, interior is nice but not my cup of tea. we debated hard on the lx570 but ultimately, for the same price, the gl550 was the better choice. the LX has better leather and display but from driving point of view the gl550 is a beast. my wife is into SUV now and likely would stay with mb on that.

 

After 15 years of having Lexus vehicles as my daily driver, the last few years I have be unimpressed with their offerings. I leased an IS350 based mostly on economics since it was a good bit cheaper than the BMW and Audi I was looking at with the same MSRP. Otherwise I would have likely gone with the Audi. I have had my 2012 GX460 since late 2011 and I usually turn over cars after the warranty is up but there was nothing with a third row I liked out there in the 60's price range so I kept it until this month. Lexus has had the same GX since 2010 model year and it is getting very old with the only updates mostly being the front and rear bumpers and the new GX isn't supposed to be here until next summer and I got tired of waiting.

This past week we went out of our comfort zone and leased a Dodge Durango SRT. So far we love it. The infotainment is way better than what we have/had in our Lexus' and although it gets terrible gas mileage, at least it has the horsepower to back it up. My IS and GX both have/had terrible gas mileage for the hp. The fit and finish with the Durango is nowhere near Lexus but it isn't as bad as some people think and the tech is way better than the GX. It probably won't be as reliable as our GX but it is way more fun to drive so time will tell if it was worth it.

Forgot to mention, I voted yes, I would consider another Lexus but if I continue to be disappointed, I will likely be looking elsewhere.

 

I have had a Lexus for my daily driver since I retired in 2001 but there is nothing in their current line up that appeals to me. My next car is likely my last new one (I've said that before the last 3) and right now the G90 is at the top of my list. If the local KIA dealer (owned by our outstanding local Lexus dealer) would sell the next K900, I would do that. I'm still trying to convince my wife to trade her beloved Accord V-6 coupe for a Stinger. The KIA sales guy was pushing their 10 year warranty until I explained to him that at my age I don't even buy green bananas.

Lexus has made it clear that they no longer value my business, so I'll take it elsewhere.

 

It is funny that after driver focused LS and LC people are quitting Lexus because of ES and UX are FWD.

I think people that purchased old LS barge are the same people that purchase ES, they just have more money to spend. But the basis is the same, forgettable looks, luxury brand, lots of airy space, reliable.

 

This is really a strange thread, since the OP just recently bought a 17' LS (not knocking him at all).

Personally, I am WAITING to buy my next Lexus (and/or Toyco), when they have a powerful sports car/sedan in their stable. This means RWD/AWD with at least 400hp (maybe 350 if it's a TT at least).

Until then, I'm just playing around with my Q50 RS400 (and FX50), but the quality (and suspect reliability) are not up to Lexus standards to make me want to keep them long term.

As much as Toyco/Lexus makes me scream (FRS/2GRFSE), I keep on holding out hope that one day, they will get it right and appease guys like me. They keep inching closer and closer with cars like the LC, so I have my fingers crossed!

 

Just a technicality, but I believe it was a lease, not a purchase.

 

I chose to get the `17 LS instead of the new `18 LS because my 17 LS is the last example of the sort of car that Lexus has historically built. Its spacious, soft and quiet, has a nice smooth V8. The new LS as an example of what Lexus is building going forward doesn't appeal to me. Its too small inside, too handling focused, no more V8, etc.

As an example, I had the 17 into my independent Lexus mechanic last week to change the oil at 5k miles (I didn't want to wait until 10k). He posted a picture of it on his FB page "The end of an era, one of the last Lexus LS made with a V8"

 

I have 3 Lexus' in my stable atm, but my next Lexus is probably the last one I'll buy

 

I truly do not know how to answer this question (or I just don't want to accept my probably answer). I've thoroughly enjoyed each Lexus I've owned, with my current GS being my favorite. I quite like the new LS, but I simply don't want something so large. I don't want to go any bigger than my GS.

I have about a year left on my GS lease. At this point, I suspect I'll just buy it out. I don't feel like I'm ready to get rid of it yet. But if I was ready to turn it in at the end of the lease, I can't really say there is anything in the Lexus lineup that fits the bill. I had thought I would be trading it in on the next gen GS, but if there isn't one, then where does it leave me?

I think the new ES is absolutely fantastic, but I just have no desire to go back to FWD. I would like to stick with a mid sized, RWD based vehicle. If Lexus ends the GS, it kind of forces my hand, doesn't it?

If I had to do it now, I'd probably move over to a G80 (though the weight of that thing drives me crazy) or perhaps a Stinger. I have tremendous respect for the 5 series, so I'd at least check one out. I strongly dislike the E Class, and Audi doesn't appeal to me, even though I think they are great cars.

Perhaps I just talked my way through the question. I guess my answer is that it does indeed appear that I am on my last Lexus (unless my wife decides that she wants to trade in her Highlander and go back to an RX).