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GS350 vs IS350
#16
Originally Posted by skynite
After sitting in the GS yesterday and listening to the ML, seeing the extra space, I’m leaning towards the GS more and more. I just can’t stand the lack of space in the IS, my G35 has more room inside then the IS.
#17
I'm a big 6'1" guy and I fit into the rear of the GS ok... I even got in the rear of the IS (ouch) but only for quick errands.
If the GS350 comes out w/ similar engine specs as the IS350, then the GS should get the new V8 (460 I think?). It wouldn't make sense to market a car with 2 engine options that will have (almost) the same power output... the only difference I would see is the raw peak HP in the V6 vs the smoothness found in the V8.
Then again, you are assuming that you can get the IS at a discounted rate (looks like $1k over invoice from what you've said) so the GS may be the better buy at the time of delivery (discounted GS price vs near MSRP IS price, assuming the demand stays high enough)
Personally, I'd go w/ the IS based on the more aggressive styling. If I were to move up to a more sophisticated car, I'd skip the GS and dive into the LS (if money wasn't an issue)
If the GS350 comes out w/ similar engine specs as the IS350, then the GS should get the new V8 (460 I think?). It wouldn't make sense to market a car with 2 engine options that will have (almost) the same power output... the only difference I would see is the raw peak HP in the V6 vs the smoothness found in the V8.
Then again, you are assuming that you can get the IS at a discounted rate (looks like $1k over invoice from what you've said) so the GS may be the better buy at the time of delivery (discounted GS price vs near MSRP IS price, assuming the demand stays high enough)
Personally, I'd go w/ the IS based on the more aggressive styling. If I were to move up to a more sophisticated car, I'd skip the GS and dive into the LS (if money wasn't an issue)
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Originally Posted by BlackStevo
if your gonna get a GS, you gotta get a GS430, go big or go home is what I always say. the Is350 fits the 3,5L motor so much better. thats like comparing the G35 with the M35. If your getting an M, you get the M45.
#26
Lexus Test Driver
Both are great cars, but the GS is really on a different level in terms of luxury and overall quality. There is a reason why Lexus charges almost 10k more for the GS3. Sit in both cars for 10 minutes and you will see and feel the difference.
If it was my decision, I would pick the GS350 because i prefer the exterior styling of the GS as well as the luxurious interior.
If it was my decision, I would pick the GS350 because i prefer the exterior styling of the GS as well as the luxurious interior.
#27
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Originally Posted by natnut
but the GS350 has more HP and is faster than the GS430. Fuel consumption will be less and the lighter V6 will make the GS350 less nose heavy and more tossable than the GS430.
#28
Is the GS 350 definite or just speculation? Isn't the 3.0 in the GS 300 part of the same engine family as the 2.5 and 3.0 in the IS? That's my undestanding, but I could be wrong.
Seems odd to me that they'd introduce a new 3.0 for 2006 only to drop it a year later. Or will they have three GS models now?
Assuming same engine family, the no-brainer to me seems an IS 300, especially for the AWD.
ES price cannot go up that much, they'll price it out of the market. It doesn't really compare to the IS and GS--what a boat.
Seems odd to me that they'd introduce a new 3.0 for 2006 only to drop it a year later. Or will they have three GS models now?
Assuming same engine family, the no-brainer to me seems an IS 300, especially for the AWD.
ES price cannot go up that much, they'll price it out of the market. It doesn't really compare to the IS and GS--what a boat.
#29
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Originally Posted by mkaresh
Is the GS 350 definite or just speculation?
Originally Posted by mkaresh
Seems odd to me that they'd introduce a new 3.0 for 2006 only to drop it a year later. Or will they have three GS models now?
BMW upgraded from 540 to 545 when they introduced the new 5 series 2 years ago, but already upgaded to 550 last fall. The 645ci was out only one model year (1 1/2 year) & was upgraded to 650ci.
Seems like the GS300 will only last 1 1/2 year too. I don't think the GS300 will remain in the North American market after they bring over the GS350, but I think the GS300 may still continue to be offered in some other markets. . .
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