2005 GX470 - Why I am waiting.
11-20-04, 11:24 AM
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Originally posted by MarcP
Luckylex,
Yes - I have the deposit down at Westmont. The first allocation they are receiving around 12/3 is a couple of Sport Packages and a couple of stripped down models. The next allocation which should arrive around 12/17 is "supposed" to have my order with it - I'll find out for sure next Saturday when they receive the official allocation.
Luckylex,
Yes - I have the deposit down at Westmont. The first allocation they are receiving around 12/3 is a couple of Sport Packages and a couple of stripped down models. The next allocation which should arrive around 12/17 is "supposed" to have my order with it - I'll find out for sure next Saturday when they receive the official allocation.
I've been in communication with a couple dealers in NW burbs, one of them I particularly like. They know I am interested and waiting (both tried to talk about the 04, I said no), but haven't suggested any need to get on any list. A few weeks ago one said delivery in Jan., one said probably late Dec. Maybe I will contact my "guy" again to get a current update. 
11-20-04, 01:23 PM
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Originally posted by luckylex
Cool. I've been in communication with a couple dealers in NW burbs, one of them I particularly like. They know I am interested and waiting (both tried to talk about the 04, I said no), but haven't suggested any need to get on any list. A few weeks ago one said delivery in Jan., one said probably late Dec. Maybe I will contact my "guy" again to get a current update.
Cool.
I've been in communication with a couple dealers in NW burbs, one of them I particularly like. They know I am interested and waiting (both tried to talk about the 04, I said no), but haven't suggested any need to get on any list. A few weeks ago one said delivery in Jan., one said probably late Dec. Maybe I will contact my "guy" again to get a current update.
11-20-04, 04:13 PM
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Hey Guys,
I am also waiting for a 2005 GX470.
My dealer said that the first vehicles should arrive in the US the last week of November. After customs, etc, the car should be ready at the dealer by the second week of December. Hopefully we get the color combo we are opting for. I'll probably know the exact details of the allocation the last day of of November. I was hoping to find out this week.
I wonder how many cars are arriving in the US this December?
I am also waiting for a 2005 GX470.
My dealer said that the first vehicles should arrive in the US the last week of November. After customs, etc, the car should be ready at the dealer by the second week of December. Hopefully we get the color combo we are opting for. I'll probably know the exact details of the allocation the last day of of November. I was hoping to find out this week.
I wonder how many cars are arriving in the US this December?
11-21-04, 07:29 PM
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Originally posted by steevr
If you guys are looking for a great dealership, see Norma at Bredemann in the NW burbs. We bought our last 3 Lexus's from them.
If you guys are looking for a great dealership, see Norma at Bredemann in the NW burbs. We bought our last 3 Lexus's from them.
11-21-04, 07:36 PM
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Originally posted by Nas
Hey Guys,
I am also waiting for a 2005 GX470.
My dealer said that the first vehicles should arrive in the US the last week of November. After customs, etc, the car should be ready at the dealer by the second week of December. Hopefully we get the color combo we are opting for. I'll probably know the exact details of the allocation the last day of of November. I was hoping to find out this week.
I wonder how many cars are arriving in the US this December?
Hey Guys,
I am also waiting for a 2005 GX470.
My dealer said that the first vehicles should arrive in the US the last week of November. After customs, etc, the car should be ready at the dealer by the second week of December. Hopefully we get the color combo we are opting for. I'll probably know the exact details of the allocation the last day of of November. I was hoping to find out this week.
I wonder how many cars are arriving in the US this December?
Congrats on your upcoming purchase! What color combination did you end up getting and did you get the Sports Package or not?
11-22-04, 04:45 AM
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Actual Changes
Here's the factual changes
[list=1][*]VVTI - Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence[*]Compression Ration changed to 10.0:1[*]HP Increased 15% to 270hp @ 5400 RPM from 235hp @ 4800rpm.[*]Torque Increased to 330lbs @ 3400rpm from 320lbs @ same rpm.[*]Redline increased to 5700 rpm[*]Octane required increased to 91 from 89[*]Emissions ration increased to ULEV-II from LEV[*]0-60 acceleration reduced to 8.1 seconds from 8.5 seconds[*]1/4 Mile Acceleration reduced to 16.3 seconds[*]Optional Sport Package Available: KDSS, Blackeye Maple, Interior and Exterior changes with Dark Graphite and Smoke Gray accents, Chrome Exhaust Tip.[*]DVD Navigation System now includes over 5 million points of interest, graphics upgrades including building footprint display, and integrated bluetooth phone capabilities.[*]Automatic smog sensing auto-recirculation system[*]Voice Activated control improved to control Bluetooth phone and climate control[*]Automatic weight sensing and pressure classification passenger airbag[/list=1]
[list=1][*]VVTI - Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence[*]Compression Ration changed to 10.0:1[*]HP Increased 15% to 270hp @ 5400 RPM from 235hp @ 4800rpm.[*]Torque Increased to 330lbs @ 3400rpm from 320lbs @ same rpm.[*]Redline increased to 5700 rpm[*]Octane required increased to 91 from 89[*]Emissions ration increased to ULEV-II from LEV[*]0-60 acceleration reduced to 8.1 seconds from 8.5 seconds[*]1/4 Mile Acceleration reduced to 16.3 seconds[*]Optional Sport Package Available: KDSS, Blackeye Maple, Interior and Exterior changes with Dark Graphite and Smoke Gray accents, Chrome Exhaust Tip.[*]DVD Navigation System now includes over 5 million points of interest, graphics upgrades including building footprint display, and integrated bluetooth phone capabilities.[*]Automatic smog sensing auto-recirculation system[*]Voice Activated control improved to control Bluetooth phone and climate control[*]Automatic weight sensing and pressure classification passenger airbag[/list=1]
11-22-04, 05:53 PM
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Originally posted by lexguynj
Hey Nas,
Congrats on your upcoming purchase! What color combination did you end up getting and did you get the Sports Package or not?
Hey Nas,
Congrats on your upcoming purchase! What color combination did you end up getting and did you get the Sports Package or not?
We ended up choosing Black/Gray for our GX. This is our first black colored car. We typically try to avoid it, since it is hard to keep clean, but we thought the GX looked best in this color. Our second choice was the Silver. The Gray interior is so dark, that I keep thinking it is black. We opted for the black interior, since our prior Lexus' were typically the ivory color, and it felt redundant. Just needed a change.
I recently test drove an 2004 GX. I was amazed how well it drove. It handled pretty well for a SUV, and it has a peppy V8. I can't wait till the delivery. I'm hoping to take it on a long road trip over the holidays.
Best of luck in making your color choices, and your wait on the GX. You'll definitely enjoy the vehicle.
PS: The 2005 GX's are greater than 6000 Gross Weight, right guys?
11-23-04, 06:40 AM
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Originally posted by Nas
Hey LexGuyNJ,
We ended up choosing Black/Gray for our GX. This is our first black colored car. We typically try to avoid it, since it is hard to keep clean, but we thought the GX looked best in this color. Our second choice was the Silver. The Gray interior is so dark, that I keep thinking it is black. We opted for the black interior, since our prior Lexus' were typically the ivory color, and it felt redundant. Just needed a change.
I recently test drove an 2004 GX. I was amazed how well it drove. It handled pretty well for a SUV, and it has a peppy V8. I can't wait till the delivery. I'm hoping to take it on a long road trip over the holidays.
Best of luck in making your color choices, and your wait on the GX. You'll definitely enjoy the vehicle.
PS: The 2005 GX's are greater than 6000 Gross Weight, right guys?
Hey LexGuyNJ,
We ended up choosing Black/Gray for our GX. This is our first black colored car. We typically try to avoid it, since it is hard to keep clean, but we thought the GX looked best in this color. Our second choice was the Silver. The Gray interior is so dark, that I keep thinking it is black. We opted for the black interior, since our prior Lexus' were typically the ivory color, and it felt redundant. Just needed a change.
I recently test drove an 2004 GX. I was amazed how well it drove. It handled pretty well for a SUV, and it has a peppy V8. I can't wait till the delivery. I'm hoping to take it on a long road trip over the holidays.
Best of luck in making your color choices, and your wait on the GX. You'll definitely enjoy the vehicle.
PS: The 2005 GX's are greater than 6000 Gross Weight, right guys?
Great Color choice! I too liked the 2004 GX470 performance, so the new 270HP V8 should be even more fun! The handling was also good enough for me to re-think if I really needed KDSS.
Black Exteriors still look the most classy when clean of course! However they are not only tough to clean, you can also see any scratch you made on the vehicle too since I have a Black RX330. I think the advantages still outweigh the disadvantages.
11-23-04, 12:41 PM
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We are getting some kind of specialized paint protection coating on our car. It's done by the dealer. I think it is called "TFT", but I'm not sure. He said it keeps the car shining more, and that you don't have to wax it for five years. I don't know how it works, but it sounds good!
The GX has a great ride. We were also thinking of getting the KDSS, but it was a long wait, and the GX still handled well around curves w/the normal suspension. It doesn't handle as well as the X5, but it's good enough. I think it does handle as capable as the MB ML. I'll try to provide a more indepth analysis of the GX vs the ML when the car arrives.
Good Luck on your wait...
The GX has a great ride. We were also thinking of getting the KDSS, but it was a long wait, and the GX still handled well around curves w/the normal suspension. It doesn't handle as well as the X5, but it's good enough. I think it does handle as capable as the MB ML. I'll try to provide a more indepth analysis of the GX vs the ML when the car arrives.
Good Luck on your wait...
11-23-04, 02:46 PM
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Originally posted by Nas
We are getting some kind of specialized paint protection coating on our car. It's done by the dealer. I think it is called "TFT", but I'm not sure. He said it keeps the car shining more, and that you don't have to wax it for five years. I don't know how it works, but it sounds good!
The GX has a great ride. We were also thinking of getting the KDSS, but it was a long wait, and the GX still handled well around curves w/the normal suspension. It doesn't handle as well as the X5, but it's good enough. I think it does handle as capable as the MB ML. I'll try to provide a more indepth analysis of the GX vs the ML when the car arrives.
Good Luck on your wait...
We are getting some kind of specialized paint protection coating on our car. It's done by the dealer. I think it is called "TFT", but I'm not sure. He said it keeps the car shining more, and that you don't have to wax it for five years. I don't know how it works, but it sounds good!
The GX has a great ride. We were also thinking of getting the KDSS, but it was a long wait, and the GX still handled well around curves w/the normal suspension. It doesn't handle as well as the X5, but it's good enough. I think it does handle as capable as the MB ML. I'll try to provide a more indepth analysis of the GX vs the ML when the car arrives.
Good Luck on your wait...
I really enjoyed my brothers BMW X5 4.4, the acceleration was beatiful and the handling was awesome, however the X5 still does not have the luxurious feeling like the GX and I believe the cargo space is also smaller. The GX is a perfect blend of both luxury and power.
12-02-04, 01:57 AM
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Originally posted by Nas
We are getting some kind of specialized paint protection coating on our car. It's done by the dealer. I think it is called "TFT", but I'm not sure. He said it keeps the car shining more, and that you don't have to wax it for five years. I don't know how it works, but it sounds good!
The GX has a great ride. We were also thinking of getting the KDSS, but it was a long wait, and the GX still handled well around curves w/the normal suspension. It doesn't handle as well as the X5, but it's good enough. I think it does handle as capable as the MB ML. I'll try to provide a more indepth analysis of the GX vs the ML when the car arrives.
Good Luck on your wait...
We are getting some kind of specialized paint protection coating on our car. It's done by the dealer. I think it is called "TFT", but I'm not sure. He said it keeps the car shining more, and that you don't have to wax it for five years. I don't know how it works, but it sounds good!
The GX has a great ride. We were also thinking of getting the KDSS, but it was a long wait, and the GX still handled well around curves w/the normal suspension. It doesn't handle as well as the X5, but it's good enough. I think it does handle as capable as the MB ML. I'll try to provide a more indepth analysis of the GX vs the ML when the car arrives.
Good Luck on your wait...
http://www.lexus.com/models/gx/accessories.html
It seems worth it and if this is what you are getting, keep us updated on the added cost.
Your new 05 GX should be on it's way right? Only a couple more weeks or even a week away! The wait should be over soon!
12-02-04, 07:02 AM
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Originally posted by Nas
The GX has a great ride. We were also thinking of getting the KDSS, but it was a long wait, and the GX still handled well around curves w/the normal suspension. It doesn't handle as well as the X5, but it's good enough. I think it does handle as capable as the MB ML. I'll try to provide a more indepth analysis of the GX vs the ML when the car arrives.
The GX has a great ride. We were also thinking of getting the KDSS, but it was a long wait, and the GX still handled well around curves w/the normal suspension. It doesn't handle as well as the X5, but it's good enough. I think it does handle as capable as the MB ML. I'll try to provide a more indepth analysis of the GX vs the ML when the car arrives.
Here's the link https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ht=Review+KDSS
12-02-04, 01:27 PM
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I read on edmunds.com re: 2006 GX. Someone wrote
" spoke with 1 NJ dealer today because Lexus just updated the website with 2005 GX.
He told me the Model Year 2006 GX will be a total redesign and it will come out in April 2005. He also told me that I may see it in the Pennsylvania Car Show in Feburary. Price is unknown."
WHAT IS THIS SUPPOSED TO MEAN?
" spoke with 1 NJ dealer today because Lexus just updated the website with 2005 GX.
He told me the Model Year 2006 GX will be a total redesign and it will come out in April 2005. He also told me that I may see it in the Pennsylvania Car Show in Feburary. Price is unknown."
WHAT IS THIS SUPPOSED TO MEAN?