GS300 or 400?
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Hello all. This is my first post here, so take it easy on me
I am looking to pick up a used GS and am having trouble deciding whether to go with the 300 or 400. I would like to hear some opinions on those who have had to make the same decision and what factors swayed them towards one or the other.
This will be my daily driver and I drive roughly 45 miles/day. I have a turbo MR2, so I am not looking to do any crazy mods to this. I am looking to spend around $20k and under, 1998-2002, 70k and under. I realize the 400 will have higher insurance and depending on the year, will be more expensive than the 300. The gas mileage seems relatively close. I have driven both, and although the V8 was very nice, the v6 seemed adequate. I guess my concern is that I get the 300 and regret it. As I mentioned, I would like some opinions from those who have had to make the same decision. Thank you
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This will be my daily driver and I drive roughly 45 miles/day. I have a turbo MR2, so I am not looking to do any crazy mods to this. I am looking to spend around $20k and under, 1998-2002, 70k and under. I realize the 400 will have higher insurance and depending on the year, will be more expensive than the 300. The gas mileage seems relatively close. I have driven both, and although the V8 was very nice, the v6 seemed adequate. I guess my concern is that I get the 300 and regret it. As I mentioned, I would like some opinions from those who have had to make the same decision. Thank you
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My vote goes to GS400. The price difference between 300 and 400 is not big (maybe a grand). Yet the performance difference is big, and in 400 you get a V8.
If you pick 300 you might regret it later..
I think GS400 with under 70k should go for 14k or less.. if you can find one with that level of mileage. I bought mine for 16k with 75k miles, and that was July 2005.
If you pick 300 you might regret it later..
I think GS400 with under 70k should go for 14k or less.. if you can find one with that level of mileage. I bought mine for 16k with 75k miles, and that was July 2005.
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Here is the question you need to ask yourself. Although you might have regrets if you buy the GS300, is there any chance you will have any regrets if you get the GS400? Assuming the answer is no, go with the GS400. I don't see any possible downsides at all with that decision.
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I was in the same dilemna....
I wanted the 400/430 for the V8 but then I thought about it further, I'm only looking for a daily driver, not another modding toy...I've got two of those already. I'm looking for something easy on gas since I'm in outside sales. Yeah they're close but it adds up quickly when you drive as much as I do. Also, I'm very familiar with the 2JZ from my Supra and I know it's a very stout motor, all these things add up to the GS300 being the better choice for me. If you're looking to build something for huge horsepower, the 300 is also the better choice since there is more available in the aftermarket. There are many, many 2JZ's running around with 700+ RWHP.
Now if this GS would be my main toy, I'd definately go for the 430/400 but for me, it's just a daily driver. Everyone's direction is different though.... I'm sure you'll make the right choice with the help of CL
Happy hunting...
I wanted the 400/430 for the V8 but then I thought about it further, I'm only looking for a daily driver, not another modding toy...I've got two of those already. I'm looking for something easy on gas since I'm in outside sales. Yeah they're close but it adds up quickly when you drive as much as I do. Also, I'm very familiar with the 2JZ from my Supra and I know it's a very stout motor, all these things add up to the GS300 being the better choice for me. If you're looking to build something for huge horsepower, the 300 is also the better choice since there is more available in the aftermarket. There are many, many 2JZ's running around with 700+ RWHP.
Now if this GS would be my main toy, I'd definately go for the 430/400 but for me, it's just a daily driver. Everyone's direction is different though.... I'm sure you'll make the right choice with the help of CL
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I was in the same dilemna....
I wanted the 400/430 for the V8 but then I thought about it further, I'm only looking for a daily driver, not another modding toy...I've got two of those already. I'm looking for something easy on gas since I'm in outside sales. Yeah they're close but it adds up quickly when you drive as much as I do. Also, I'm very familiar with the 2JZ from my Supra and I know it's a very stout motor, all these things add up to the GS300 being the better choice for me. If you're looking to build something for huge horsepower, the 300 is also the better choice since there is more available in the aftermarket. There are many, many 2JZ's running around with 700+ RWHP.
Now if this GS would be my main toy, I'd definately go for the 430/400 but for me, it's just a daily driver. Everyone's direction is different though.... I'm sure you'll make the right choice with the help of CL
Happy hunting...
I wanted the 400/430 for the V8 but then I thought about it further, I'm only looking for a daily driver, not another modding toy...I've got two of those already. I'm looking for something easy on gas since I'm in outside sales. Yeah they're close but it adds up quickly when you drive as much as I do. Also, I'm very familiar with the 2JZ from my Supra and I know it's a very stout motor, all these things add up to the GS300 being the better choice for me. If you're looking to build something for huge horsepower, the 300 is also the better choice since there is more available in the aftermarket. There are many, many 2JZ's running around with 700+ RWHP.
Now if this GS would be my main toy, I'd definately go for the 430/400 but for me, it's just a daily driver. Everyone's direction is different though.... I'm sure you'll make the right choice with the help of CL
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Moisture in Healights
Low/rough Idle Issue
Door Actuator Problems
Dash Rattle
Sunroof Rattle
Vibration at Highway Speed
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