GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005) Discussion about the second generation GS300, GS400 and GS430 (1998 - 2005)
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Would you guys do this trade?

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Old 04-18-06, 05:34 AM
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Default Would you guys do this trade?

In a few years, the new IS350 will hit the certified pre-owned and used car market. Would any of you consider trading in or selling your 2nd gen GS for this killer of a car?
Old 04-18-06, 05:54 AM
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LOL I guess I'm not alone......
Old 04-18-06, 06:00 AM
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keep 2nd gen and buy Is350
Old 04-18-06, 06:20 AM
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I really like the new is350, I actually like it a lot more than the new GS but its still too small for me so I would probably never buy an IS3 but that new LS is a different story.
Old 04-18-06, 07:19 AM
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Not for an IS, but I will be trading in my 2nd Gen for a 3rd Gen GS in a few years
Old 04-18-06, 07:20 AM
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Originally Posted by LEXUS_KID
keep 2nd gen and buy Is350
haha we sure think alike!
Old 04-18-06, 08:36 AM
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I think i'll wait even longer for the GS460 to hit the used car market.
Old 04-18-06, 09:23 AM
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I think I am through with the smaller performance sedans. As I am getting older, I'm thinking more room and luxury. I think my next car would probably be an LS, but if it's possible, I'll keep my GS forever along with the LS.

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Old 04-18-06, 09:27 AM
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i wouldnt do it....if anything i would go for the LS
Old 04-18-06, 09:33 AM
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Ehh... Like the others have said, the IS is small. They are nice cars but I never look at one and think "man I wish I had that" My next ride will be an LS for sure.
Old 04-18-06, 10:36 AM
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Ehh... Like the others have said, the IS is small. They are nice cars but I never look at one and think "man I wish I had that" My next ride will be an LS for sure.
I am in this same boat, I would definately keep my GS for as long as I possibly can, but I am really thinking of buying the mother ship - LS -.

I think the IS350 is nice, but like V8_Aristo also said, I am getting older and with 2 kids (One Daughter almost a Teen and my son which just turned 3.) I am liking the LS430 unless I can afford the new LS, but it will definately be the LS for me as it fit me and my family better.

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Old 04-18-06, 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by bluelex
I really like the new is350, I actually like it a lot more than the new GS but its still too small for me so I would probably never buy an IS3 but that new LS is a different story.
Did you read my mind? My thoughts exactly, well almost . I would not say I'd never buy an IS350 but the likelihood is low. I don't think I will ever sell my GS. With all the work done on it, it just would not be worth the money to sell it.
Old 04-18-06, 01:22 PM
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I voted for #3. If you like it that much just buy one and keep the GS.
Old 04-18-06, 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Neo
Did you read my mind? My thoughts exactly, well almost . I would not say I'd never buy an IS350 but the likelihood is low. I don't think I will ever sell my GS. With all the work done on it, it just would not be worth the money to sell it.
Now, did you read my mind?........I agree " With all the work done on it, it just would not be worth the money to sell it."
Old 04-18-06, 03:26 PM
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WAIT!

so you are giving me the option of both a GS and a new IS?!?!?!

hell ill take both, but if it were only one, i'd take the GS in a heartbeat!

When was the last time an IS won car of the year?


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