I am looking at buying a 2000 L-Tuned GS400 with 60,000. Does anyone know what the difference is between the GS400 and the L-Tuned 400? Cant find anything online about it.

 

Well they have the L-tuned grille, side skirts, Emblems, L-tuned ECU... and i think thats it.. It was a special order from Lexus.. Jump on it if you can.. They don't make the L-tuned products anymore.. GL

I may be wrong but I'll be corrected for sure...

 

L-tuned is an aftermarket company for Lexus. They sell optional items. I dont think any Lexus GS were sold as L-tuned vehicles.

You'll need to check what parts of the car is actually L-tuned.

 

sideskirts, grill, and ECU most likely

 

Plus springs / shocks and exhaust and wheels

Actually yes they were in Series 1 and Series 2 packages, or you could piecemail the parts from the dealer. They were fully warrented by Lexus.

 

Press Releases
August 9, 2000
Lexus L-Tuned Sport Package Will Add More Performance and Style to GS Series

August 9, 2000, Torrance, Calif. - To enhance the driving pleasure of the GS 300 and GS 400, Lexus and Toyota Racing Development (trD) have developed an aftermarket sport package called L-Tuned, which will be available through Lexus dealers August 1, 2000.

"The GS 300 and GS 400 are great cars to drive, but some drivers want even more performance and sporty style from their vehicles," said Denny Clements, Lexus group vice president and general manager. "By ordering a manufacturer-approved aftermarket package through Lexus dealers, our customers know they're getting high-quality parts, reliable installation and a warranty."

For the GS 300/400 series, L-Tuned will offer two distinct packages to accommodate a broad range of driving techniques, road conditions and vehicle styling.

L-Tuned's Series 1 Package is comprised of a body kit, one of three wheel/tire combinations and special L-Tuned badging. The body kit, made of durable polyurethane, includes side skirts and a unique body-color grille surrounded with a laser-cut mesh insert.

The Series 2 Package includes the Series 1 components plus performance shocks and springs, a re-calibrated steering ECU and stainless steel mufflers with polished tips for a sportier look.

With each package, GS 300/400 owners will have the choice of three different wheel and Z-rated tire combinations:

* 17" x 8" OZ Superturismo Alloy Wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport Tires (235/45Z)
* 17" x 8" OZ Superturismo Alloy Wheels with Michelin XGTZ4 All-Weather Tires (235/45Z)
* 18" x 8" (front), 18" x 9.5" (rear) OZ Alloy Wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport Tires (235/40Z, front and 265/35Z, rear)

L-Tuned packages are available in Crystal White, Black Onyx and Millennium Silver Metallic with other factory colors offered via special order only. Although Series 1 and 2 Packages are engineered to work together for maximum performance, the individual components also are available separately, including all wheel/tire combinations. When installed by an authorized Lexus dealer, L-Tuned parts carry a strong warranty that complements the vehicle's Lexus warranty.

Lexus L-Tuned Price Summary*

Packages
Stage 1 (17" all-weather tires) $3,089
Stage 1 (17" dry tires) $3,315
Stage 1 (18" dry tires) $3,685
Stage 2 (17" all-weather tires) $4,452
Stage 2 (17" dry tires) $4,670
Stage 2 (18" dry tires) $5,047
Individual Components
Wheel/Tire Set, 17" all-weather $1,717
Wheel/Tire Set, 17" dry tires $1,950
Wheel/Tire Set, 18" dry tires $2,336
Aero kit $1,389
Badging kit $80
Front and rear shock set $275
Lowering spring set $350
GS 400 sport muffler set $676
GS 300 sport muffler set $676
Steering electronic control unit $148
*Prices subject to change and do not include dealer installation 8/1/00

 

yaaaaaaaaaaay- another AZ owner! Buy one quick and we'll have a meet!

 

Wow Dave your not messing around.. Great info...

 

Just used the search tool But I do have personal experience... I bought the very first L-Tuned Aero kit from Steve Ganz when they came out.

 

Thanks everyone. Its listed for $22,000 obo. I am selling my sc and going to most likely buy it.

 

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/270469249.html here it is!

 

The wheels in the pics are not the L-Tuned OZ 18s for the GS. Look at the pic that Dave posted. Those are the right wheels. If you don't care either way, then it does not matter.

 

that's a very nice find. rare too, 125 built. great info dave! i'd jump on it if i had the mula

 

Wow thats a lot of Mods on that GS.. IF you duplicated that i bet it could be pretty expensive.. Looks like it was well cared for and very clean.. DO your homework and have it checked out and take it for that test drive..LOL

 

I would jump on it. The price is fair cause its L tuned with LOW miles.