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Old May 29, 2011 | 05:42 PM
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so im about to deploy to Afghanistan in September!
when i get back im going to buy a GS, just dont know what year and motor?
probly going to bag it for that slow and low style. give me suggestions on other things to
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Old May 29, 2011 | 06:34 PM
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get a V8.

10 char.
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Old May 29, 2011 | 09:11 PM
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^^ I agree! If I didnt need the AWD option i would have gotten the GS450h!

Welcome to Club Lexus and take care in Afghanistan!
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Old May 29, 2011 | 09:28 PM
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4.6L V8 mhmm
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Old May 30, 2011 | 12:18 AM
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At minimum, a GS 350 (2007 doesn't have audio AUX-in, but '08+ do)

After owning a GS 350 for a year, I regret not having the V8. If you need trunk space, get the GS 460. If you don't, get the GS 450h.
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Old May 30, 2011 | 01:21 AM
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If I were you, I would get a GS460 Middle East spec, they are cheap!
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Old May 30, 2011 | 02:45 AM
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V8 would be the way to go!
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Old May 30, 2011 | 06:14 AM
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I'm surprise so many suggest V8. I was under an impression that everyone thinks the V6 is a perfect replacement, same horse power and better mpg.

I did have a V6 on the Camry and it was a sick puppy. Now I have V8 and loving it.
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Old May 30, 2011 | 09:15 AM
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I went with the v6 awd for weather purposes since I drive my car every single day! Depending on where u are, u mighT need the awd for the snow and bad weather!!! Btw.. The v6 is NOT that great on gas either if ur considering it for that reason!
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Old May 31, 2011 | 06:03 PM
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just stay away from AWD...
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Old Jun 1, 2011 | 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by biggbossin
so im about to deploy to Afghanistan in September!
when i get back im going to buy a GS, just dont know what year and motor?
probly going to bag it for that slow and low style. give me suggestions on other things to
1. Thank you for your service. Your efforts are very much appreciated. Godspeed.

2. I'd pass on the current generation GS. The new GS is coming out this fall. I'm hoping that it's more competitive with the Infiniti M, MB E Class, and BMW 5 than the current generation is. If it's not, I'd get one of those other 3.
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Old Jun 1, 2011 | 12:53 PM
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like said before thank you for ur service may you get back to enjoy which ever GS you get, but everybody gets the car to fit their preference if you want that gitty up and go then I would suggest the v8, I personally have the v6 awd cause first it was the one I saw in that frosty white color and I need the awd living here in nyc
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Old Jun 1, 2011 | 03:21 PM
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V8 is the way to go. Plus the days of V8s are numbered so enjoy while you can.
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 08:09 AM
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V8 Def. I get great economy and the V8 sounds awesome!
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by cloo7
just stay away from AWD...
Curious as to why you say stay away from AWD. I have a 98 GS400 that I was thinking about replacing with a GS350 AWD, mainly so I can drive in Ohio winters. Currently I drive a 99 4Runner when the going gets bad, but it's getting long in the tooth. Please educate me!
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