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Just got GS3 (mixed feelings...)

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Old 03-12-11, 12:23 PM
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Cool Just got GS3 (mixed feelings...)

So I got 01 gs300, one owner, very clean car. At first I really liked it (going from 97 SC400), very luxurious, a lot of space inside etc. Now I'm kind of starting to dislike it... Feels large, and road feeling is more like buick... too soft. I actually had 98 gs400, when I was 19, and I sold it (got bmw e46 after it) for the exact same reasons - too big, too soft, no manual. Now I don't drive as aggressively but still it seems like this story will end up the same. How do you guys feel about your GS? Were you a bit disappointed after the purchase? Especially those of you around my age (22).




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If it's too soft, get coilovers.
Old 03-12-11, 12:36 PM
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aftermarket suspension, i personally like medium. I dont like honda stiff feel everything in the road nor ls430 or town car boaty feel
I think the gs300/400 is a little more on the soft than firm compared to others like bmw but you can fix that with some aftermarket suspension
Old 03-12-11, 02:04 PM
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Yup go ahead and get coilovers
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trade it up for another v8!
Old 03-12-11, 02:17 PM
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That's why I got the 430...
Old 03-12-11, 02:33 PM
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I wasn't disappointed, I knew exactly what I was getting. A big luxurious car.
Old 03-12-11, 03:23 PM
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not liking the GS is all you. You sold your gs400 for an e46, hope it wasn't a 325i, and then got a gs300. the e46 is a completely different car, its more sportier. a GS is more for luxury. if its too soft for you, get a 540i or another e46.
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Felt the same way when i first got my car as well man. I'm 18, so i like the sportier feel as well. Coilovers are beyond a night and day difference! Don't even think about it. Just pull the trigger and get some BC racing coils. They only set you out about $900.
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2GS aint close to bimmers.. its better.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-H_F...layer_embedded

nuff said
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WHAT!? Your talkin about 2 totally different cars, if you wanted a more sporty feel stick with the SC or even an IS. The GS is is all about luxury and space. Can you tell I love my GS!? Haha
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Vwynn haha nice video, i ended up watching all the videos
OP{, ya the stock GS ride is not all the great , like everyone said invest in some aftermarket suspension parts , your thoughts will be diff
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Originally Posted by Mr Jokster
I wasn't disappointed, I knew exactly what I was getting. A big luxurious car.


The GS fits my driving style well. I'm not a very aggressive driver. I enjoy cruising around and enjoying the ride for the luxury and the comfort factor. If I wanted a sportier car I would go with a BMW or an Audi.
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aftermarket is your friend.
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2GS all the way. hehehe.

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