GS400 vs. GS300
06-01-01 | 05:32 AM
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I have always loved the Lexus GS model, even more so when the new model came out. A little over a year ago I remember thinking that i was going to purchase a used '98 GS300 when they started coming off of lease. I even posted at the townhall at Edmunds trying to find out what I could expect to pay. My wife said to me, "Why don't you just get a GS400, that's what you really want." Of course I wanted it, but I thought it would be too expensive.
When the deal came up to buy my GS400, I could not pass it up. When it comes to used pricing, the difference between a 300 and 400 is not that great. Of course if you are buying new that is different.
I have never driven the GS300, but I have driven the IS300 quite a bit as loaner cars. Would I have been happy with the power of the GS300? You betcha! Am I happier with the power of the GS400? Damn straight.
The only problem with having the GS400 is that I don't think I'll ever be able to drive a car again with less then 300hp...
When the deal came up to buy my GS400, I could not pass it up. When it comes to used pricing, the difference between a 300 and 400 is not that great. Of course if you are buying new that is different.
I have never driven the GS300, but I have driven the IS300 quite a bit as loaner cars. Would I have been happy with the power of the GS300? You betcha! Am I happier with the power of the GS400? Damn straight.
The only problem with having the GS400 is that I don't think I'll ever be able to drive a car again with less then 300hp...
06-01-01 | 08:36 AM
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It looks like im gona get a used GS400(1998). I have a dealer in my apartment building and he'll take me with him to the auction. Prices range from 26-30k on GS400's.
Prices range from 22-27k on GS300's depending on mileage. What year/model do HID's come in?
Prices range from 22-27k on GS300's depending on mileage. What year/model do HID's come in?
06-01-01 | 08:54 AM
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HIDs have been available on all GS400s from 98 on. However, they were an option, not standard for several years. I believe (not sure on this) they became standard with the '01s.
So, if you are looking for a '98 you're going to have to check whether they are there or not.
So, if you are looking for a '98 you're going to have to check whether they are there or not.
06-01-01 | 10:05 AM
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Re: Steering ECU?
Originally posted by MrHorse
Anyone care to elaborate what that is and what does it do? I'd appreciate web page links and / or pricing information.
Thanks.
Anyone care to elaborate what that is and what does it do? I'd appreciate web page links and / or pricing information.
Thanks.
800-908-6968 ext. 2381
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Or pm to SUPRATRD
06-01-01 | 01:00 PM
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Originally posted by theanimala
I have never driven the GS300, but I have driven the IS300 quite a bit as loaner cars.
I have never driven the GS300, but I have driven the IS300 quite a bit as loaner cars.
TheAnimalA:
Which dealer? I went to Longo today and saw 1 white IS. Didn't get it!!
06-01-01 | 01:06 PM
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Sorry, but my dealer might just be a bit far away. I go to Difeo Lexus in central NJ. Once my wife got an ES300 as a loaner, but I have had 3 different IS300's. Unfortunately, they always have the 16" tires. But it has been a great loaner to car to practice my over steering on 
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