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Old 06-10-12, 01:04 PM
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Wanna get everyone's opinion. Wud u rather have a 2 or 3rd generation GS??

I kno for me. I wud take the 2 gen. Can't help but love tha V8. I think the 2GS has a better blend of sport and luxury. The 3GS has too much luxury for me.

Anyway, let me here ya'lls opinions
Old 06-10-12, 01:11 PM
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What dont you like about the 2 more powerfull v8's in the 3gs? I personally never liked the look of the 3gs, but the new 4gen is growing on me
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its honestly a hard choice, i own a 2gs, and to me the 2gs is a classic. however, after seeing some 3gs, it makes me itch to get one too.

i guess i would go with the 2gs since theres more mods out there and i can just buy a cheaper car with money left over for mods.
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Putting this I'm the second gen forum, you're going to get biased opinions... But I'm the process of selling my 2gs for a 3rd gen..
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Originally Posted by lunatyk
Putting this I'm the second gen forum, you're going to get biased opinions... But I'm the process of selling my 2gs for a 3rd gen..
let me know if you part out
Old 06-10-12, 02:05 PM
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I think the overall look of the 2nd is better. A classic in my book and like stated before a very good blend of sport and luxury.
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this is a hard decision..lol
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Originally Posted by Mr Jokster
What dont you like about the 2 more powerfull v8's in the 3gs? I personally never liked the look of the 3gs, but the new 4gen is growing on me
The 4gen looks real nice. I wouldn't mind gettin the GS F-sport.
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The 2gs is a keeper, it will be a timeless/ageless car just like the 1gs. That's why mine never sees rain or winter. I plan on keeping it till I die. And I plan on buying a 3GS as a daily to replace my maxima daily.
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2 GS ftw.. The 3GS looks like a camry in disguise but others my disagree
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Originally Posted by Lexusfam
The 2gs is a keeper, it will be a timeless/ageless car just like the 1gs. That's why mine never sees rain or winter. I plan on keeping it till I die. And I plan on buying a 3GS as a daily to replace my maxima daily.
I Def agree that the 2GS are classics, heck i own two 2-2GS's and I love and baby them. But the fact is its hard to find 2GS in good condition because of their age. I've driven a few 3GS recently and I like them too though I'm not fond of the body style. I think for the OP, either 2GS or 3GS is a good pick.. of course preferably the 2GS if you can find one in good condition otherwise plenty of 3GS out there so It depends how long you want to look for one. If you have to get one now, I'd opp for a 3GS but if you can wait & hunt for a 2GS (go that route) - In the end, You can't go wrong with either one.. Its just your preference on body style and availability.
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Originally Posted by bigwes
Wanna get everyone's opinion. Wud u rather have a 2 or 3rd generation GS??

I kno for me. I wud take the 2 gen. Can't help but love tha V8. I think the 2GS has a better blend of sport and luxury. The 3GS has too much luxury for me.

Anyway, let me here ya'lls opinions
Then I guess you never driven the 3rd gen V8. The GS460 is a friggin beast!
Old 06-10-12, 05:23 PM
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Yeah man the 2GS's design will always be in style. The 3GS IMHO got old really fast. My friends to this day don't believe that my car is a 99. But if you care about all of the creature comforts, the newer 3GS will obviously be a better choice because it has updated nav etc. But me being a 2GS owner, I'm obviously biased
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i think the 3GS has a better looking body. its suited to ppl who want to go with the VIP or street style.
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It took a while for the 3GS to grow on me but it finally has. I still hold the 2GS in high regard as my favorite of my 3 cars though. Modded out they way I want it it is a great combo of sporty style, performance, and comfort.


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