soulsoarer

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I'm in the market for another car and just recently considering the GS line. However I am not sure if I should get a GS300 and save some cash or spend the extra money to get the GS350. There is a local private party sale that has a crystal white 06 GS300 with 49k miles and navi asking for $23,900obo. I asked the person if they would consider $20,000 and he told me to ask again in a month if the car doesn't sell. If I could get it for $20,000, that sounds like a good deal?

2006 GS300 RWD
Crystal White w/Gray
Navigation
49K miles
One owner, service record at dealer and still has a year worth of payments so no title in hand.
Stock chrome factory rims.

I will get a PPI before any car purchase.

Another car I was considering in the Lexus line was the is250/350. On another note, I want white but I am not sure if maybe black is a better color for a sedan.

Thanks

ItsChris

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sounds like a good deal for 20k if you can, but if i were you, i'd look for a 350 if you can. Just my experience.

memasterac

I wish that poor GS300 owner can get more than $20k...

dadoody

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get the 350 if it's not too much more

IXI187IXI

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350 hands down

TWong350

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Agree

Arantant

As some previous threads mention, the price difference people are willing to pay vary, but if you can the gs350 for about 3k more, most people say it's worth it for the better engine (more hp at similar gas mileage), next-gen Navi, and better resale value.

chachirims

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I'm in a similar situation. The lease on my 2006 GS300 Onyx Blue ends in August 2010 adn the payoff is only $18,000 but I want a 350 so bad. The ones I've found with similar miles than mine are like $25-$29K, that's a huge difference for me, specialy now that I got burned with my real estate properties in South Florida. I might do the responsible thing and just buy the 06 from the leasing company and rock it till things get better. besides, I got an R1 to get my speed fix

soulsoarer

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How do you like your GS300, is there anything I should look for if I was to buy the one I mention. If I'm gong with the GS line it's more for luxury and comfort than speed. I have a GSXR 750 that I can rock all day long in the hills or at the track.

chachirims

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Aweome to know a fellow rider. My 06 has been excelent, no mechanical problems at all throughout the life of the car. It has 55,000 miles, drives smooth, the Tein coilovers are set are super low and still drives smooth without bouncing. I've had my fun with my previous STIs and G35 coupes but I love the comfort, looks, and luxury of the Lexus. I don't really floor it off the line but I do cruise between 90-100mph when on the highway, and downshift if need to pass. Overall a great car. I just wish I would have waited 3 months to get the GS350 for the same price I paid new for the 300. The difference in price between the current 300 vs 350 is too big IMO and it depends on how much extra you're willing to pay. Good luck

Iknowspurg

i was in the SAME SITUATION AS YOU WERE..... THAT IS UNTIL I DROVE THE 350...................................

MIAMIGS3

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350.................

mysteryan

The price is right for the 300. Seems like a steal. I wouldn't pay more than $3-$4K more for a 350. If you're going to get a 350, I would get an 08+. The updated styling makes the car look a lot newer.

tmf2004

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FL has the highiest prices on used cars IMO.. It maybe best to look out of state for a 350. I just looked to the other day on Yahoo autos at 350 around here and they were all 25-32k with 50k miles..

frotiss

I have a 2007 GS350 AWD 51,000 miles green on beige fully loaded 18inch original chrome wheels I have service records give me email for pictures asking $24000