KevGS460ML

You're better off buying a $40k Toyota, and pay someone to switch out the letters on the trunk to Lexus with the $40k you've save. Apparently, that is all that matters to you.

Ap1_Alan

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Don't mean to only single out your post, there are a couple others contributing to it too... But why are you guys trying to rain on the OP's parade?

He bought a GS because HE likes it. OP asked if he got a good deal on a 06 GS300, no where did he ask if he should have got a genesis instead.

KevGS460ML

Point taken, but the subject has switched long before my me chiming in. Oh, and thanks for not single me out.

rickyb80

I would've sold you my GS450h on $3K Vossen's w/ Falkens and Tanabe NF's along with the factory springs and stock 18" rims/tires for $31.5K. It wouldn't have come with the warranty but you would've saved tons in tax by purchasing private party opposed to a dealer.

rickyb80

I also have a GS450h, like you. Would it had been better if I would've bought a fully loaded Camry and put a Lexus badge on it? What about the extra 50HP? What about the different body panels? What about the ML? and the list goes on....................most Lexus models just look nicer IMHO. There is a reason why Toyota created a luxury brand with a different name. Toyota's are nice cars, but they aren't a Lexus. Toyota actually goes out of their way to ensure it remains that way.

I can definitely understand why someone would be reluctant to spend excessive amounts on a Korean brand car. Yes, the Koreans have definitely succeeded in improving upon their auto manufacturing brands; especially Hyundai. However, I've driven the Equus and the Genesis and although I was truly impressed with how far the company had come, I would certainly not consider pouring out that kind of money on a Hyundai. There are noticeable shortcomings in quality when compared to a PROVEN and SUSTAINED brand.

Mike1970

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yeah i know but i had to get financed. i saw a lot private party great deals i wish i had the cash but i got 5 year 100k warranty