The 2005 GS Jan 6th 2004 @ 8:30 am EST(ALL COMMENTS HERE PLEASE!)Pics pg 19
01-08-04, 08:56 PM
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Legroom
The one thing I have been hopeing for is more rear legroom. The new GS has 2 inches more wheelbase. So far I have not seen any pictures of the rear seat. Does anyone have any pics of this?
The lack of such a picture and the look of the rear door and rear window make me concerned that this 2 inch increase in wheelbase does not translate into any more rear legroom. (one of the only 2 problems I have ever had with the car - the other being lack of all wheel drive, if you can call that a 'problem).
Anway, I called Lexus today but the guy had no interior specs to give me. Naturally, my dealer knows less than I do.
Anyone have any info on this matter?
The lack of such a picture and the look of the rear door and rear window make me concerned that this 2 inch increase in wheelbase does not translate into any more rear legroom. (one of the only 2 problems I have ever had with the car - the other being lack of all wheel drive, if you can call that a 'problem).
Anway, I called Lexus today but the guy had no interior specs to give me. Naturally, my dealer knows less than I do.
Anyone have any info on this matter?
01-08-04, 09:14 PM
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Originally posted by kenshin
CORRECTION!!!. The new GS won't have a 3.3L, it will have the 3.0L V-6 found in the new Toyota Crown. Remember Lexus VP mentioned an "All-new V6". And the Crown does have a 260 or 270hp(don't exactly remember) version. To refresh, it will carry the 3.0L V-6 with 245HP and 220+ torque. I wonder if Lexus will still have the Mark Levinson sound system. Ya, like I said before...Lexus hasn't revealed official specs for the V-8. JIMX0's post sounds more sense. The V-8 will scream out at least 330HP.
CORRECTION!!!. The new GS won't have a 3.3L, it will have the 3.0L V-6 found in the new Toyota Crown. Remember Lexus VP mentioned an "All-new V6". And the Crown does have a 260 or 270hp(don't exactly remember) version. To refresh, it will carry the 3.0L V-6 with 245HP and 220+ torque. I wonder if Lexus will still have the Mark Levinson sound system. Ya, like I said before...Lexus hasn't revealed official specs for the V-8. JIMX0's post sounds more sense. The V-8 will scream out at least 330HP.
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01-08-04, 10:04 PM
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Rear Seat/Legroom
I saw the pics on autospies.com and followed their links.
You See? No rear seat photos or info.
I really hope they didn't blow it on this one.
You See? No rear seat photos or info.
I really hope they didn't blow it on this one.
01-08-04, 10:26 PM
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Pictures of GS
You need to look in their Detroit photo gallery...there are more pics of the GS there
Gallery link below
Detroit Gallery
Gallery link below
Detroit Gallery
01-09-04, 12:43 AM
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Just finished reading all the pages... wow
I think I should put my impression because I think just about everyone else did
Besides the obvious like it "oh it looks too much like the maxima/altima/G35" Well it kinda does but whatever because it will set its own style onces its on the roads and Lexus is known for that. They set the standards a lot of the times and many manufacturs duplicate from that.
As far as the features go I think they're on the right track. the power is fine and what more do you really need besides nav, hids, and good system and comfy seats? For a Good Luxury car that is priced to outsell all the competitors why would you include every single luxury feature known to man if arent going to price is over 80Gs? It makes no sense because theres no profit in selling really low numbers at really low prices. I think Lexus is doing a great job keeping up with technology and most times inventing it. HP is not as important and it really doesnt even matter because most Lexus buyers are not in the age group to even care. We are the minority when it comes to HP and obviously you can only please the majority. About the AWD for the V8 models. I wouldnt even sweat. If it doesnt have it this model year then it will the next. If I was the CEO of Toyota/Lexus I would do the same thing. Test out the reaction on the 6 then make it an option on the 8 and then make it standard all while increasing the prices slightly. It makes perfect sense from a business point of view. Great car overall. An improvement in many and but a dissapoint in some.
I personally loved the styling on the first generation GS and the second was just too big and bulky looking and the 3rd gen is even bigger and bulkier looking so its all subjective to the opinion of each person.
I think I should put my impression because I think just about everyone else did
Besides the obvious like it "oh it looks too much like the maxima/altima/G35" Well it kinda does but whatever because it will set its own style onces its on the roads and Lexus is known for that. They set the standards a lot of the times and many manufacturs duplicate from that.
As far as the features go I think they're on the right track. the power is fine and what more do you really need besides nav, hids, and good system and comfy seats? For a Good Luxury car that is priced to outsell all the competitors why would you include every single luxury feature known to man if arent going to price is over 80Gs? It makes no sense because theres no profit in selling really low numbers at really low prices. I think Lexus is doing a great job keeping up with technology and most times inventing it. HP is not as important and it really doesnt even matter because most Lexus buyers are not in the age group to even care. We are the minority when it comes to HP and obviously you can only please the majority. About the AWD for the V8 models. I wouldnt even sweat. If it doesnt have it this model year then it will the next. If I was the CEO of Toyota/Lexus I would do the same thing. Test out the reaction on the 6 then make it an option on the 8 and then make it standard all while increasing the prices slightly. It makes perfect sense from a business point of view. Great car overall. An improvement in many and but a dissapoint in some.
I personally loved the styling on the first generation GS and the second was just too big and bulky looking and the 3rd gen is even bigger and bulkier looking so its all subjective to the opinion of each person.
01-09-04, 04:58 AM
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Rear Seat/Legroom (again)
I looked at all the Detroit photos like you said. I see no picture of the rear seat area, do you? You directed me there so maybe you know where the photo is, because I could not find it and I looked at every page.
If anyone has info on rear seat area, legroom, etc.. please post.
If anyone has info on rear seat area, legroom, etc.. please post.
01-09-04, 05:34 AM
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Originally posted by JDZ25
Hey looknow,
I cant remember if you were the guy who already put a deposit on the new GS or not? But what do you think? Are you glad you did?
Hey looknow,
I cant remember if you were the guy who already put a deposit on the new GS or not? But what do you think? Are you glad you did?
First, I expected this vehicle to be ready this fall. It sounds like not until first quarter of next year. This is disappointing.
Second, the V8 needs to have more power. I heard Jimxo's gossip about 345hp, but I need to know for sure.
Lastly, I expect the electronics, and features to be second to none.
Am I glad, well no, not if they vehicle will not be delivered for a full year. I heard from a Lexus district manager that it was to be delivered before the RX400H.
01-09-04, 05:43 AM
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Re: Rear Seat/Legroom
Originally posted by CorplHIcks
I saw the pics on autospies.com and followed their links.
You See? No rear seat photos or info.
I really hope they didn't blow it on this one.
I saw the pics on autospies.com and followed their links.
You See? No rear seat photos or info.
I really hope they didn't blow it on this one.
