Welcome to Club Lexus! 2GS owner roll call & member introduction thread, POST HERE
#407
New 1999 2GS-300 here. Just bought her last night for $6k with 68k miles.
1. Exterior Color
- White
2. Interior color choice
- Tan
3. Major Options or special packages (Sport Design, etc)
- Sport Design (performance)
4. Audio Options (Nakamich/Mark Levinson or Pioneer)
- Dunno what ever it came with for now.....
5. Any modifications
- None yet but it came with a bra....
6. Anything you want to mention (others considered, previous Lex owner, etc)
- This is my first Lexus but my close friend in Japan when I was stationed there had a 1GS Aristo 2JZ-GTE. Was pretty fast and soooo comfortable. Future plans are to VIP it out and eventually share it with my teenage sons. Pretty lucky boys if you ask me!
7. If you are INTERNATIONAL, state which city/country your representing!
8. Post pics or links to your car (you can upload pics in our gallery)
- Here is the dealer pic since I have yet to photo bomb her!
Eric
Stafford, VA. 22554
1. Exterior Color
- White
2. Interior color choice
- Tan
3. Major Options or special packages (Sport Design, etc)
- Sport Design (performance)
4. Audio Options (Nakamich/Mark Levinson or Pioneer)
- Dunno what ever it came with for now.....
5. Any modifications
- None yet but it came with a bra....
6. Anything you want to mention (others considered, previous Lex owner, etc)
- This is my first Lexus but my close friend in Japan when I was stationed there had a 1GS Aristo 2JZ-GTE. Was pretty fast and soooo comfortable. Future plans are to VIP it out and eventually share it with my teenage sons. Pretty lucky boys if you ask me!
7. If you are INTERNATIONAL, state which city/country your representing!
8. Post pics or links to your car (you can upload pics in our gallery)
- Here is the dealer pic since I have yet to photo bomb her!
Eric
Stafford, VA. 22554
#409
Hello!
two weeks ago, I got rid of my Legacy Diesel and bought a Lexus GS 430. Two different worlds. The reasons as to why I changes car are manyfold, but generally speaking I am not a big fan of diesel engines and here in Austria, diesel engines are very common. Anyways:
1. Grey color
2. Black one with wood trim both in the door panes, central console and steering wheel. I love its archaic yet luxurious interior
3. No options there.
4. Mark Levinson (awesome!)
5. No modifications so far; but a front lip, a vinyl wrapping as well as a Remus exhaust are coming up. Also the summer wheels will be soon bought. Still doubting 17 or 18 inches.
6. That´s the best car I´ve ever had. What amazes me is that after 15 years, my Lexus equals or exceeds other premium brands in interior quality, performance and even fuel consumption. The other thing that makes me happy is the fact that the car, maybe with a couple of exceptions is quite a DIY, so no expensive shop visits programmed.
7. I am spanish by birth an nationality, I´ve spent the last 14 years of my live in Vienna, Austria. Married there and fathered a boy and a girl.
8. No pics yet. The exterior of the car was not in its best shape when I bought it, ugly and wasted 16 inches rims so rust in the fenders and the paint lost already its gloss. I´ll be invention around 1500 Euros to repair it. Interior though looks like new.
Very happy to join this forum!
Bluebeard.
two weeks ago, I got rid of my Legacy Diesel and bought a Lexus GS 430. Two different worlds. The reasons as to why I changes car are manyfold, but generally speaking I am not a big fan of diesel engines and here in Austria, diesel engines are very common. Anyways:
1. Grey color
2. Black one with wood trim both in the door panes, central console and steering wheel. I love its archaic yet luxurious interior
3. No options there.
4. Mark Levinson (awesome!)
5. No modifications so far; but a front lip, a vinyl wrapping as well as a Remus exhaust are coming up. Also the summer wheels will be soon bought. Still doubting 17 or 18 inches.
6. That´s the best car I´ve ever had. What amazes me is that after 15 years, my Lexus equals or exceeds other premium brands in interior quality, performance and even fuel consumption. The other thing that makes me happy is the fact that the car, maybe with a couple of exceptions is quite a DIY, so no expensive shop visits programmed.
7. I am spanish by birth an nationality, I´ve spent the last 14 years of my live in Vienna, Austria. Married there and fathered a boy and a girl.
8. No pics yet. The exterior of the car was not in its best shape when I bought it, ugly and wasted 16 inches rims so rust in the fenders and the paint lost already its gloss. I´ll be invention around 1500 Euros to repair it. Interior though looks like new.
Very happy to join this forum!
Bluebeard.
#410
Hello,
Picked up a high mileage older gentleman owned 1999 GS 400 as an end of year thing!
Exterior Color:
Gold
Interior Color:
Tan
Options: It has everything minus the Nav and Nakamichi / Mark Levinson ( Cold Weather, HIDs and what other little options the car has)
No Modifications on the vehicle so far. It is completely bone stock!
This car has 235k miles on it and runs just like it is new. Well maintained and has the record to boot. We are really enjoying the car. It does have a few cosmetic thing that can be replaced such as the leather on the arm rest and the two pink red tail lights. I will get the pics up shortly once I figure out which web host I want to use.
Looking forward to all the tips to keeping this car on the road for the foreseeable future!
Legend921
Picked up a high mileage older gentleman owned 1999 GS 400 as an end of year thing!
Exterior Color:
Gold
Interior Color:
Tan
Options: It has everything minus the Nav and Nakamichi / Mark Levinson ( Cold Weather, HIDs and what other little options the car has)
No Modifications on the vehicle so far. It is completely bone stock!
This car has 235k miles on it and runs just like it is new. Well maintained and has the record to boot. We are really enjoying the car. It does have a few cosmetic thing that can be replaced such as the leather on the arm rest and the two pink red tail lights. I will get the pics up shortly once I figure out which web host I want to use.
Looking forward to all the tips to keeping this car on the road for the foreseeable future!
Legend921
#411
Hi, new to forum. Hope more experienced people can help me with maintenance and upgrades on my newly acquired 2002 GS300. The car is silver with gray leather interior. It has 95,000 on it. I have put a grom audio usb and Bluetooth adapter in place of the factory cd changer. It is stock otherwise but the struts are new all the way around as well as the caster arms. OEM parts used in these places.
#412
Lexus GS 300 1998
1. Exterior Color
Black Onyx
2. Interior color choice
Gray
3. Major Options or special packages (Sport Design, etc) - not sure
4. Audio Options (Nakamich/Mark Levinson or Pioneer) - not sure
5. Any modifications - not sure
6. Anything you want to mention (others considered, previous Lex owner, etc) - not my car, but my dad's
7. If you are INTERNATIONAL, state which city/country your representing!
8. Post pics or links to your car (you can upload pics in our gallery)
Front
Side
Interior is not so great. needs upholstery work done
I am glad to have a community's support with this car, I am new to vehicle repair and maintenance and hope to learn much from others here!
:]
-Devon
1. Exterior Color
Black Onyx
2. Interior color choice
Gray
3. Major Options or special packages (Sport Design, etc) - not sure
4. Audio Options (Nakamich/Mark Levinson or Pioneer) - not sure
5. Any modifications - not sure
6. Anything you want to mention (others considered, previous Lex owner, etc) - not my car, but my dad's
7. If you are INTERNATIONAL, state which city/country your representing!
8. Post pics or links to your car (you can upload pics in our gallery)
Front
Side
Interior is not so great. needs upholstery work done
I am glad to have a community's support with this car, I am new to vehicle repair and maintenance and hope to learn much from others here!
:]
-Devon
#413
Aloha!
We've owned this car since buying it in 2011 with 18,000 miles on it. (Trade in at the local Lexus dealer) Now has 64K trouble free miles
1. Exterior Color - Black
2. Interior color - Grey
3. Major Options or special packages - No spoiler, no sunroof
4. Audio Options - None... OEM Lexus Unit (is it pioneer?)
5. Any modifications - Powdercoated OEM 16" wheels
6. Anything you want to mention - Retired ASE Master Mechanic, Wife loves the car... luxury with Toyota repair costs!
Wife wanted OE 17's... so I bought a Salvaged 98 GS400 w/89k... now to get rid of all the stuff I don't need!
We've owned this car since buying it in 2011 with 18,000 miles on it. (Trade in at the local Lexus dealer) Now has 64K trouble free miles
1. Exterior Color - Black
2. Interior color - Grey
3. Major Options or special packages - No spoiler, no sunroof
4. Audio Options - None... OEM Lexus Unit (is it pioneer?)
5. Any modifications - Powdercoated OEM 16" wheels
6. Anything you want to mention - Retired ASE Master Mechanic, Wife loves the car... luxury with Toyota repair costs!
Wife wanted OE 17's... so I bought a Salvaged 98 GS400 w/89k... now to get rid of all the stuff I don't need!
Last edited by HI85WH1; 01-08-16 at 11:52 PM.
#414
I've got a 2005 gs300 with 76k. Came in on trade at our dealership and I did the timing belt and water pump. Incredibly clean car/low mileage. Probably looking to flip it soon.
Can't believe how clean the interior is in this thing
Can't believe how clean the interior is in this thing
#415
New to Club Lexus and my 2000 GS300
I just wanted to say hello! I am Buzz and I just purchased a 2000 GS300 in Crystal White Pearl with a beige interior. I was a long time owner of a 1993.5 Anthracite Metallic Toyota Supra and my username on Supra Forums was Bone_Stock_Supra. I sold my baby back in 2010 and have been without a toy since then. Anyways, my Lexus has about 149K on her and I will soon tear into the brake/suspension/wheels. The only thing I have had to do to her so far is replace the entire exhaust as it was completely rusted out due to road salt and living up in CT for an extended period of time. Went with a customer 2.5 stainless with high-flow cat and magnaflow mufflers and tips. I will post pictures when I can. Looking forward to posting on the Forums and thanks for having me!
#416
hello I am new the the forum. I own a beige 1998 Lexus gs300.. She is all original. My mistake is that I allowed my son to drive it for the past year. Lets say it is not the way I gave it to him. I just purchased a new upgraded engine and trans. I am hoping to get it in soon. That is one of the reasons I joined this forum, looking for some help with the upgrade.
#417
Volvo Convert
Hello!
For the last 23 years I've been a Volvo enthusiast, having owned three pre-93 models and *almost* achieving 500k miles on my 1993 240, handling all mechanicals myself except tranny internals and AC evac. I say almost because a tool in a BMW SUV tried to fit it in my trunk while I was stopped at a red light. Didn't quite. Final odometer: 496221.
My quest for a suitable 240 replacement was in vain, so I cast my net for another marque that would provide me the same kind of driving/mechanical experience. At the recommendation of a car dealer friend, here I am.
I take delivery of the vehicle this evening.
2003 GS300
Millennium Silver Metallic over Light Charcoal
Chrome wheels
106k
one owner
bone stock and clean
Looking forward to this experience. I hope this board is as active and helpful as brickboard.com has been for my Swedish steel.
For the last 23 years I've been a Volvo enthusiast, having owned three pre-93 models and *almost* achieving 500k miles on my 1993 240, handling all mechanicals myself except tranny internals and AC evac. I say almost because a tool in a BMW SUV tried to fit it in my trunk while I was stopped at a red light. Didn't quite. Final odometer: 496221.
My quest for a suitable 240 replacement was in vain, so I cast my net for another marque that would provide me the same kind of driving/mechanical experience. At the recommendation of a car dealer friend, here I am.
I take delivery of the vehicle this evening.
2003 GS300
Millennium Silver Metallic over Light Charcoal
Chrome wheels
106k
one owner
bone stock and clean
Looking forward to this experience. I hope this board is as active and helpful as brickboard.com has been for my Swedish steel.
Last edited by graymatta; 01-12-16 at 11:20 AM.
#418
Hello,
My name is David, and I'm an EMS pilot from Phoenix, AZ.
Just brought home a 1998 GS400 with 124k miles.
1. Exterior Color: Silver
2. Interior color choice: Black
3. Major Options or special packages (Sport Design, etc): Base with HID's
4. Audio Options (Nakamich/Mark Levinson or Pioneer): Navigation
5. Any modifications: lowered, but looking for OEM springs. Nose hits driveway
6. Anything you want to mention (others considered, previous Lex owner, etc) 1st owner was Basket Ball player
7. USA
8. Post Picture:
My name is David, and I'm an EMS pilot from Phoenix, AZ.
Just brought home a 1998 GS400 with 124k miles.
1. Exterior Color: Silver
2. Interior color choice: Black
3. Major Options or special packages (Sport Design, etc): Base with HID's
4. Audio Options (Nakamich/Mark Levinson or Pioneer): Navigation
5. Any modifications: lowered, but looking for OEM springs. Nose hits driveway
6. Anything you want to mention (others considered, previous Lex owner, etc) 1st owner was Basket Ball player
7. USA
8. Post Picture:
#419
Hello!
For the last 23 years I've been a Volvo enthusiast, having owned three pre-93 models and *almost* achieving 500k miles on my 1993 240, handling all mechanicals myself except tranny internals and AC evac. I say almost because a tool in a BMW SUV tried to fit it in my trunk while I was stopped at a red light. Didn't quite. Final odometer: 496221.
My quest for a suitable 240 replacement was in vain, so I cast my net for another marque that would provide me the same kind of driving/mechanical experience. At the recommendation of a car dealer friend, here I am.
I take delivery of the vehicle this evening.
2003 GS300
Millennium Silver Metallic over Light Charcoal
Chrome wheels
106k
one owner
bone stock and clean
Looking forward to this experience. I hope this board is as active and helpful as brickboard.com has been for my Swedish steel.
For the last 23 years I've been a Volvo enthusiast, having owned three pre-93 models and *almost* achieving 500k miles on my 1993 240, handling all mechanicals myself except tranny internals and AC evac. I say almost because a tool in a BMW SUV tried to fit it in my trunk while I was stopped at a red light. Didn't quite. Final odometer: 496221.
My quest for a suitable 240 replacement was in vain, so I cast my net for another marque that would provide me the same kind of driving/mechanical experience. At the recommendation of a car dealer friend, here I am.
I take delivery of the vehicle this evening.
2003 GS300
Millennium Silver Metallic over Light Charcoal
Chrome wheels
106k
one owner
bone stock and clean
Looking forward to this experience. I hope this board is as active and helpful as brickboard.com has been for my Swedish steel.
Welcome to the forum and enjoy your GS300.
#420
Lexus GS300 Owner
My name is Zeke
I own a 2001 Lexus GS300
Ext. -Silver
Interior - Black
Anything you want to mention (others considered, previous Lex owner, etc)
I own a 2001 Lexus GS300
Ext. -Silver
Interior - Black
Anything you want to mention (others considered, previous Lex owner, etc)
Last edited by zeke424; 01-26-16 at 06:38 AM.