4GS mega thread (UPDATED; preview drives, specs, more interior pics)
#2191
Lexus Connoisseur
like mike mentioned before, could be the 2gs really setting the hope too high. 2gs was so revolutionary and fantastic is multiple dimensions. with the 3gs, i can't even say it's a complete step up (tech and driving are up, space and quality are down). i do have hope for 4gs, but i have lowered it. i always say lexus can't afford to lose in the gs mid-size segment. the new e class and 5 series are both big step up from before (especially the 5), lexus is under a lot of pressure
06 GS 300 (Should have never offered this) / GS 430 (Shouldn't have recycled an old motor)
07 GS 350 (Should have been offered in 06) /GS 430 (Slow seller)/ GS 450h
08-11 GS 350 / GS 460 (too little too late) / GS 450h (Virtually unchanged on the exterior except the minor changes to GSh for 10-11)
#2192
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iTrader: (4)
Yup. I really think Lexus could have done well with the 3rd gen GS but they screwed up with the way they offered the powertrains and features.
06 GS 300 (Should have never offered this) / GS 430 (Shouldn't have recycled an old motor)
07 GS 350 (Should have been offered in 06) /GS 430 (Slow seller)/ GS 450h
08-11 GS 350 / GS 460 (too little too late) / GS 450h (Virtually unchanged on the exterior except the minor changes to GSh for 10-11)
06 GS 300 (Should have never offered this) / GS 430 (Shouldn't have recycled an old motor)
07 GS 350 (Should have been offered in 06) /GS 430 (Slow seller)/ GS 450h
08-11 GS 350 / GS 460 (too little too late) / GS 450h (Virtually unchanged on the exterior except the minor changes to GSh for 10-11)
which makes me wonder how lexus will come out with the drivetrains for the 4gs. seems like it's going to be time for new drivetrains, if they expand it more / further, it can be great coverage
#2193
Super Moderator
Lots of 2GS owners here I know, but I never thought the 2GS was anything special within or outside the Lexus line-up . It was the most powerful car in it's class for like a couple months lol, & witout the driving dynamics to go with it, and was soon left in the dust by the competition . yes, it's a quality product, but which contemporary Lexus model isn't as good or better in quality ... As for the design, I didn't like the 3GS at first , but parked next to the 2GS , it not only look better , but with both of them quite old now, I think the 3GS 's design stood the test of time way better , although quality and interior space isn't as good .
Looking at 4GS spy pics thus far, seems pretty underwhelming to me, my hopes are way down already .., only the official annoncement of a highly competitive(ahem not underpowered) GS-F can bring back some excitement for me ...
Looking at 4GS spy pics thus far, seems pretty underwhelming to me, my hopes are way down already .., only the official annoncement of a highly competitive(ahem not underpowered) GS-F can bring back some excitement for me ...
#2194
Yup. I really think Lexus could have done well with the 3rd gen GS but they screwed up with the way they offered the powertrains and features.
06 GS 300 (Should have never offered this) / GS 430 (Shouldn't have recycled an old motor)
07 GS 350 (Should have been offered in 06) /GS 430 (Slow seller)/ GS 450h
08-11 GS 350 / GS 460 (too little too late) / GS 450h (Virtually unchanged on the exterior except the minor changes to GSh for 10-11)
06 GS 300 (Should have never offered this) / GS 430 (Shouldn't have recycled an old motor)
07 GS 350 (Should have been offered in 06) /GS 430 (Slow seller)/ GS 450h
08-11 GS 350 / GS 460 (too little too late) / GS 450h (Virtually unchanged on the exterior except the minor changes to GSh for 10-11)
1. Not enough head room in the back.
2. Not enough trunk room, both in standard model and especially in GS450h.
3. Whole market went after technology soon after GS was introduced and GS lacked eccentric stuff.
4. Lexus not wanting to deal with competitive leases which makes it actually more expensive than competition.
#2196
Moderator
iTrader: (16)
So I was lucky enough to see pictures in an email today of the 4GS. I'm sworn to secrecy but I can confirm that the interior is spot on like the pics posted on page 5 of this thread, and that the exterior is VERY close to the concept. Also the navi is 12" if I read correctly. This car is aimed directly at the big German 3 and is definitely more masculine than any GS before it. Expect NA V6, Hybrid and V8 models. Nothing on the GS-F as of now but there will be an F-Sport trim like it's IS kin. Ok, I've said too much hah
#2197
So I was lucky enough to see pictures in an email today of the 4GS. I'm sworn to secrecy but I can confirm that the interior is spot on like the pics posted on page 5 of this thread, and that the exterior is VERY close to the concept. Also the navi is 12" if I read correctly. This car is aimed directly at the big German 3 and is definitely more masculine than any GS before it. Expect NA V6, Hybrid and V8 models. Nothing on the GS-F as of now but there will be an F-Sport trim like it's IS kin. Ok, I've said too much hah
#2199
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iTrader: (4)
that's awesome info, thanks hoovey. i guess i just have one question, the front end / grille / bumper, is it really like the concept???
i am definitely interested in the interior. similar to the pics and that's very good news to me. can't wait to see how the seats are.
i am definitely interested in the interior. similar to the pics and that's very good news to me. can't wait to see how the seats are.
#2202
These are not my photos but posted on Lexus FB fan page. Looks like someone was able to take cell phone pics of a camo 4th Generation GS driving the streets of SoCal...
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Photos: CL member ISThree via Lexus FB fan page & Lexus USA (LF-Gh)
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Photos: CL member ISThree via Lexus FB fan page & Lexus USA (LF-Gh)
#2203
Lexus Fanatic
all i care about is.............. does it have a gaping grille or not ?
this picture makes the car look very unfinished.
i hope it looks much better with the handles and mirror and moldings tacked on.
the 5 series, in comparison, just looks more balanced and proportional......with less of a front overhang
Last edited by dunnojack; 06-30-11 at 06:22 PM.
#2204
This looks very promising.
It looks very similar to this one, but much nicer because of the leather instrument panel with the contrast stitching. Lexus have finally beat the Europeans on the interior.
It looks very similar to this one, but much nicer because of the leather instrument panel with the contrast stitching. Lexus have finally beat the Europeans on the interior.
Last edited by *Batman*; 06-30-11 at 06:25 PM.
#2205
Lexus Champion
yeah man.
all i care about is.............. does it have a gaping grille or not ?
this picture makes the car look very unfinished.
i hope it looks much better with the handles and mirror and moldings tacked on.
the 5 series, in comparison, just looks more balanced and proportional......with less of a front overhang
all i care about is.............. does it have a gaping grille or not ?
this picture makes the car look very unfinished.
i hope it looks much better with the handles and mirror and moldings tacked on.
the 5 series, in comparison, just looks more balanced and proportional......with less of a front overhang
Here's a quick chop of the LF-GH with mirrors and door handles.
With a smaller front overhang it could look pretty good.