LexFather

Surely you like me are tired of the same posts "what is the difference" between the GS models.

So please add the difference here....then I will compile the info and put it as sticky or link it to this thread. This way we have ONE THREAD for anyone to find the differences and I can merge/close threads asking for this info in the future.

For instance, the GS 450h in 2007 has chrome badges and the 2008 models add blue badges...

The 2009 GS had a passionate black interior...

Things like that.

When everything is finalized, I will also post who helped so you get your fair credit for making this happen.

Thanks

Mike

passnu2

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Mike-

How about a FAQ thread like the 2gen IS has. This can maybe eliminate a few of the stickies into one master thread. I agree that we need something even though we do not see the traffic some of the other forums do.

Thoughts?

LexFather

Mike, yes that is coming too. I will put all the current stickies in one thread with links to them. That way we can also add links. Like in the 2GS forum....it clears the forum and keeps important threads visibile

A FAQ is very time consuming. We have been working on some for years.

ItsChris

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THANK YOU 1SICKLEX ! I was tired every week seeing the same threads over and over..

Stormforge

original grill for 2006-2007 model year GS; new grill and front bumper for 2008+ model year GS. but 2010 GS450h gets a new grille, regular 2010 GS do not (i believe)

2010 GS get new taillights (chrome accent?) - not sure if this is for all regular GS or just GSh

memasterac

2006 & 2007 has hidden trunk and fuel door release button, 2008+ moves them out of the box.

Stormforge

stock offset is +45

EyeKutr

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Here is my input

2006 GS300 - 245hp V6 - most came with 17 inch 10 spoke wheels
2006 GS300 AWD - 245hp V6 - came with 17 inch 10 spoke wheels
2006 GS430 - 290 hp V8 - 5 spoke split spoke wheel - has active suspension
2006 models white was crystal white, and black was Black onyx
2006 cars did not have mp3 capabilities, even ML cars, Gen 4 nav, gs300 had smaller brakes - GS430 had larger brakes
gs300 does not have VDIM, all other vehicles do


2007 GS350 - 300 hp V6 - most came with "optional" 18 inch 5 split-spoke wheels
2007 GS350 AWD - 300 hp V6 - came with 17 inch 10 spoke wheels
2007 GS430 - 290 hp V6 - RARE - very few sold
2007 GS450H - 340 total HP - active suspension - exclusive gsh wheel
2007+ models white became starfire pearl, and black became obsidian
2007+ cars added mp3 playback in the CD player, Gen 5 nav, gs350 gets larger brakes as on the gs430 - Satellite shark fin antenna added to all 07 cars

All 08 vehicles are given minor facelift, front and rear bumpers revised - side blinking mirrors are added - mp3 input is added (aux button) - gas and trunk release buttons are moved from pop up panel, new steering wheel, some minor changes to shifter area, moonroof controls area - all leather steering wheel is avail, as are illuminated scuff plates
2008-09 GS350 - 300 hp V6 - most come with newer 5 spoke fan blade wheel
2008-09 GS350 AWD - 300 hp V6 - new 17 inch wheel introduced
2008-09 GS460 - 342 hp V8 - new 8 speed trans is added - newer 5 spoke fan blade wheel
2008-09 GS450H - 340 total hp
2008 Glacier frost mica from 06/07 changed to opaline pearl

2009 cars have passionate black interior choice

2010 vehicles - Gs450h gets revised grill and rear tail lights, gets new exclusive wheel
Tape deck finally gets dropped
Navigation gets updated to XM traffic / HD navigation, Lexus Safety Connect added
2010 cars get option of a new interior color
Finally a real blue is added

Stormforge

apsss is standard equipment on 2010 GS460 and GS450h (canadian models only)

rominl

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08+ vs 06-07 changes:

interior font changed.
lines accent along the door handles changed
08+ 18" stock wheel design changed
doom light area style changed for 08+
08+ dash warning light location changed
shift bezal design / finish changed for 08+
radio unit wording difference for 08+
seat plastic piece change
illuminated front door sill for 08+
key fob leather case design changed

this thread has TONS of information and direct comparison
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...fferences.html

Stormforge

FAQ on 3GS bulbs:

Light bulbs/Bulb No./Watts/Type
headlights (low beam)/D4S/35/A
headlights (high beam)/HB3/60/B
front turn signal lights/ - /21/C
parking lights/ - / 5/D
fog lights/HB4/51/E
front side marker light/194/5/D
rear turn signal lights/ - /21/C
back-up lights/921/16/D
trunk light/ - /5/F
vanity lights/ - /8/D

where:
A: D4S high-intensity discharge (HID) bulbs
B: HB3 halogen bulbs
C: wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: wedge base bulbs (clear)
E: HB4 halogen bulbs
F: double end bulbs

(info taken from owner's manual, page 552)

Stormforge

^ for US models only. 08 canadian models do not have front illuminated front door sill. '09-'10 models, i'm not sure...

rominl

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even for US it's an option, not standard. but at least it became an option since 08

DeeBop

Congrats! Amazing detail. I'm learning. I'm a third generation GS430 owner. Just purchased it.


'06 GS430. Purchased April 27

mspearl95

2010 also got a USB port