Anyone considering replacing their GS?
Just utilitarian stuff like a good set of winter tires, 3000k HID fog lights that actually cut through weather, a moderate tint to keep the interior cool, hard wired battery maintainer since I don't drive often. The only things I've done that don't have a practical use are a set of 18 inch rims for the summer that don't kill the ride since my original rims were trashed and nichia LED replacements for the parking lights since it was just plain ugly before. I'm not much for dropping large amounts of money on stuff that is just for flash unless you count my sportbike which really has no practical use for me any more (it used to be practical when I was commuting and was saving me boat loads of gas). Well, I guess I did replace the shift plate with the 08+ one and that really has no use but I got it for dirt cheap.
I don't see a 4GS in my future unless something (knock on food) terrible happens to this car. Even if we ever got to the point of needing a 2nd car (there is a baby on the way... !) I doubt it would end up being another sedan, I'd be looking at the Venza.
I don't see a 4GS in my future unless something (knock on food) terrible happens to this car. Even if we ever got to the point of needing a 2nd car (there is a baby on the way... !) I doubt it would end up being another sedan, I'd be looking at the Venza.
and congrats jay!
Pole Position
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: FL
i see at least 10-20 GS every day around my town,,my neighbor just got one as well for 22k out the door,,the car is 07 with navi, no ml, and 40,000 miles(WTF),,,is it just our car or whole car market is down right now,,
Lexus Fanatic
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From: californication
nice upgrade. looks tons better than your gs, and no wheel gap.
for anyone considering replacing.......... smart thing to do is wait until the 4GS is revealed. Then go wild.
Thanks ... still waiting for the 5 to make its way over from Germany ... should have it within the next 3-5 weeks! Can't wait!
I want something more sporty but not in place of the GS. I am tired of spending good money on cars then getting rid of them. The GS is a keeper. Its been reliable, its comfortable and stylish. None of those attributes are going to disappear so might as well keep the car. Both of them. When I'm ready I want a sporty coupe...to park right next to the GS.
I want something more sporty but not in place of the GS. I am tired of spending good money on cars then getting rid of them. The GS is a keeper. Its been reliable, its comfortable and stylish. None of those attributes are going to disappear so might as well keep the car. Both of them. When I'm ready I want a sporty coupe...to park right next to the GS.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Aug 2011
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From: FL
Was considering swapping our GS350 for a Mercedes E350 Coupe, but it is almost paid off and the kids are staring college next year, so I expect that it will remain in the driveway for a while... unless I need to sell it to cover tuition.
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Joined: Jan 2010
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From: CA
I had an Audi (2001 chipped S4) for over 10 years.
It was a blast to drive although I don't miss the multiple coolant pump failures and oil leaks that I've had over the years. But all in all, it was a pleasure to own and surprised I had it for that long (especially out of warranty).
Audi's reliability has improved greatly over the years but relatively speaking, it's not in the same ballpark compared to Lexus or Acura. I would venture to guess Audi and BMW are similar in terms of reliability with Benz being a notch below.
I traded mine in for a CPO '07 GS because I now have a family and wanted something a little more reliable. The GS is a completely different driving experience and tends to side more towards luxury. It doesn't have the kick your *** torque the S4 had, but it shouldn't have the problems it had either (I hope).
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Joined: Apr 2008
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From: BC
You guys are crazy, I'm going to squeeze every drop of value out of the car and drive it until the doors are falling off.
Maybe I'm just cheap but I can't stand to watch car depreciation dollars circling the drain and in this segment that drain happens to be pretty large.
As for the GS in Toronto, at least here downtown I see one here and there but really not very often at all. The IS and RX are everywhere though. So, I still feel like I'm driving something a bit different.
Maybe I'm just cheap but I can't stand to watch car depreciation dollars circling the drain and in this segment that drain happens to be pretty large.
As for the GS in Toronto, at least here downtown I see one here and there but really not very often at all. The IS and RX are everywhere though. So, I still feel like I'm driving something a bit different.
now i am seriously considering the e60 m5. the look does nothing, but something about that darn v10. also love the 996 turbo, but not as practical
but before all that, only if i have buyers to get all my parts, umm....
but before all that, only if i have buyers to get all my parts, umm....
Just ordered a 2011 BMW 535xi M-Sport w/ 20" Style 312 Ferric Grey Wheels in Alpine White with Cinnamon Brown Interior. It is currently in Bremerhaven awaiting a ship to the US as we speak ... similar vehicle shown below:
I'm tired of the creaks and rattles of the GS, and wanted something a bit sportier, and more my age (26)! Plus the BMW has so much more in the way of technology than Lexus offers in any of its vehicles!
I'm tired of the creaks and rattles of the GS, and wanted something a bit sportier, and more my age (26)! Plus the BMW has so much more in the way of technology than Lexus offers in any of its vehicles!
