lexmef350

Hi Guys I have had my 2013 GS350 AWD white star fire cold package for about a year. I bought it last year from as second owner from a honda dealer that got it from auction. Long story short the car ran fine and 2 months ago i hit someone from behind the front end and hood was damaged and completely replaced by insurea at lexus collision center os im happy with the job. The car has 34k miles. before it was hit i wanted to body kit with wald and nice rims which now I have everything ready but after getting it back and driving it it almost doesnt feel the same it flutters a little going up hills and not sure why it feels like it pulls more on the road. Plan on taking to the dealer next week.

i own it out right no payments fyi.

Ok now I found a 2015 GS350 F SPORT gray with 2k miles and I'm thinking should i keep the white with 34k miles and extend the warranty, throw the kit on it and use it up before warranty drops then sell OR buy the 2015 GS350 Fsport at $45k plus tax which means i have to finance the difference and be in debt to it. (I may be able to get $30k for the car as is) the new one doesnt really have that much i guess accept Lexus Enform not sure maybe more bells and whistles.

I really like the GS 350 for me it has enoiugh power flow and options FUN TO DRIVE!. Thought other cars out there benz bmw audi but me and more HP wont mix good lol too fast and just want to enjoy when i feel sprited.

What do you guys think?
Keep or buy newer.
Lexmef350

what do you guys think?

NebulaGrey

i say wait to see what the dealer says and what they can do..been hearing mixed reviews from ppl going from 2013 to 2015

Joeb427

iTrader: (1)

Unfortunately,I think it would be tough get $30K for the GS before the accident and even tougher now.Unless they don't drop the price of the '15 GS.Get a cost on the '15 GS first before you talk trade.

islandbeef

See if you can get the 2013 back up to 100% operational capacity, then it may help with your decision to upgrade. Like NebulaGrey said, there are some of this board who aren't happy with the upgrades and felt they should've stayed with the 2013's.

CottageChz

What are people unhappy with on the 2015s?

I have seen complaints about the 8 speed transmission but I can't think of anything else. And 8 speed transmission doesn't apply to the AWDs, right?

I would say make a better effort to get the 2013 back to the way it was before you make a hasty decision on something new. Should save you a lot of money, and if you enjoyed it before then you don't need something new, assuming they can get it back to the way it was.

lexmef350

Ok guys great feedback especially waiting to hear what the dealer says.

The options I really wanted was that heads up display so does anyone know if you can add an after market one or is it even worth it?

Guess what today my buddy at garage helped me mockup the Wald kit omg it looks amazing so it just made me realize I Should keep it. I'm lining up everything to have it look the way I want it runs great. I'll post pictures of the kit once painted and rims are on

Thanks everyone!!

islandbeef

lexmef350

Wow this is so great to see. Now I know it can be done!

Thank you islandbeef!

lexmef350

Ok guys next upgrade items looking to add if anyone can recommend....
Lane departure warning
Front Collusion warming (omg wish I had this 2 months ago before the crash).

Joeb427

iTrader: (1)

That set up so tacky.I'm surprised it's not one of those late night TV ads.

lexmef350

Hello joeb427

Thanks for reply..do you have any other suggestions?

Joeb427

iTrader: (1)

If you can't have the actual Lexus HUD option,then don't Mickey Mouse one.

lexmef350

Yes good point.