MnGs3xx

So I went to the local Lexus dealer just to test drive the gs300 and the dealer was tellin me the motors on the gs300 were bad he showed me a report showing the engine was replaced for about 11k is this common is the gs300s or was he giving me a story? Thanks I plan on buying a 06 gs300 red with black leather and 80k miles just wanna make sure I'm not gonna run into any major problems

IXI187IXI

iTrader: (3)

every car has their problems and every once in a while you get the odd ball case.

what do you mean "replaced for about 11k"? $11,000?, 11,000 miles ago?

its not a common problem i wouldnt worry about a gs300. there are plenty of people with high mileage GS'. im willing to bet the sales person was trying to get you into a more expensive car.

MnGs3xx

It cost 11k for the engine replacement according to the Lexus report it was covered by Lexus he said its at 101k miles when I test drove it

jre002

Mine runs as smooth as butta. 75K miles 2006.

passnu2

iTrader: (33)

there were some issues with this motor. I havent heard of any problems in the GS but I know it was an issue in the ES. I would frequently see ES at the local Lexus dealer having the motor rebuilt and I forget what the cause or reason was. So what your being told is actually true. Its possible that depending on the production date Lexus corrected this issue and worth checking into before making a purchase. Any reason your not considering the GS350 if your looking for a V6?

MnGs3xx

Just my price range, I've been lookin at these for about a year now, I'd like to get a 2010 model later on..

06whiteGS

He's full of crap!! My 06 gs300 rwd has 65k miles on it and had not had a single problem. Just keep up the Maintaince and you should be good!