PlPete

Thanks Majic24! That's useful information. Would you have Joe's contact email? If so please send it to me via direct message. Ideally, I'd like to retain the system as stock as possible as I agree with your statement, however, if I have to for out $500 for 2 speakers I might have to look at some decent aftermarket options.

Unfortunately, I took a closer look at the amplifier yesterday and got some more concerning info. Although it is a stock Mark Levinson unit the cabling looks like it's been worked over quite well with blue connectors. Makes me wonder if the stock amp was somehow stolen and cable were cut or what the hell happened. I'll try to pull it out this weekend and take a closer look. At this point I feel like pulling all the speakers and inspecting them....

DaSyce

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Only thing stolen was probably the output signal from the amplifier, which would have probably fed to an aftermarket digital sound processor, then sent to a more robust amplifier.

At least that would have been my approach.

chinee

Agreed. I’ve not done it myself but it’s likely the sound system was “upgraded” and different components were utilized. When the owner sold the GS he likely removed his upgrades. In fact it wouldn’t surprise me if the previous owner might be a member right here on CL.

Majic24

PIPete,
Joe’s Extension is 3126. Sorry to hear you finding more mods, have you contacted the dealer? They probably won’t offer much, as you said replacing to original parts could get pricey. Worth a visit to the GM, did you purchase at a Lexus dealer?
United Radio is the worldwide authorized repair center for Mark Levinson and all other high-end factory installed radios. Their customer service is excellent. If Joe’s not available when you call leave a message he will definitely get back to you. Please keep us updated, best of luck.

PlPete

chinee - That's actually quite possible. I'll have to do some more investigating. At this point I feel like pulling door panels and looking at all speakers to get a better feel. It's pretty ****ty thing to do ... upgrade parts and not return it to stock if selling the car. There is decent sound now but it's just super odd that the 2 front dash speakers are missing. If it's a member on here I'd love to get some insight....

Majic24 - thanks a lot! I'll give him a ring for sure. I'd like to get some advice on the best way to remedy this without dropping too much coin. I need to do some more examination like I said and will contact the dealership's manager. Unfortunately it was not a Lexus dealer but one with some extremely high end cars. I'm talking Ferrari, Porsche, Bentley etc. It was Coast to Coast Imports Collection in Indianapolis. Although I highly doubt they will do anything I'll still contact them and give it a try. Will keep this updated.

bclexus

One has to be careful when considering buying a vehicle that is oftentimes modified - like the Lexus GS 350. Quite often these cars are stripped of their modifications and carelessly put back to a stock condition without any concern for the next owner that may find parts to be missing, unwanted aftermarket parts installed and stock parts missing, wheel alignment all out-of-kilter, swapped-out body parts, etc., etc.

PlPete

Good point but you're preaching to the quire here. I've been working on cars since I was 16 and have done everything from an oil change to an engine swap so you better believe I gave the car a proper inspection. Mechanically and visually the car is perfectly sound and has zero issues. Having said that I don't think you expect anyone to pop door panels and speaker grills to ensure speakers are there or tear into the trunk looking at amp wiring. I doubt even a PPI at a Lexus dealer would do that. With the car not throwing any codes and radio operating fine at first inspection it's not something that is easily noticed until you spend some time with the car.

bclexus

I was not specifically addressing you and your recent purchase, but anyone considering purchasing a used GS 350.