Sup GS owners,

Just wanted to share with you all how my experience with the 4th gen GS was. Well to start off I went in for service for my ISF...Due for an oil change and was notified by my rep about the TSB on the wiper blade. Also it looks like my endlinks were damage so I had them inspect it. Sure enough it is so I am waiting for Figs to make them. Anyways I was ask what loaner did I want to take, sure enough they had the new GS350 on the lot, the last one. I never drove in one but I have seen the display models at the dealer. My first impression just driving off was wow. This thing was smooth, I felt more feedback then my old IS250. Then I had some open space and gun it a little but not too much as I don't like speeding, but just to test out the acceleration and torque of the car. It is good enough for me to get by as a daily. Hopefully they will release a GSF...anyways I decided to take it to the mountains on my way back home as I have to go through that direction. This is where it shines. I was amazed on how it handle the twisties up and down hill. It was fun to drive behind the wheel. I must say I am impress with the driving experience. I wasn't a fan of the front grille but thats cosmetic and my wife seem to love the car when I picked her up from work...this experience has left me with wanting to drive the GS fsport or if they make it, the new GSF. so you might have another member joining your ranks but until the price is right or the GSF.

Anyways happy driving and enjoy your GS...

 

Wow this is comming from a isf owner
Are u gonna trade in ur isf for a gs?

 

Well I wouldn't say trade in more like buy another one more so as a daily and the isf as the weekend warrior. all the upgraded technology is well worth it

 

you should do it

 

I might down the road...I was really looking for a SUV but heck I want the fun factor of driving...

 

They know how to bait, don't they? For us, they usually just give an ES or RX.

 

That's good to hear! The 2011 BMW 535 I had before the GS F-Sport cannot even keep with the level of athleticism and handling of the GS F-sport. Goes to show how well Lexus created this car.

 

the new GS is certainly a great drive. Great review, glad you enjoyed the GS loaner

 

normally when i get those cars i go through withdrawal not driving my car but the gs for some reason makes me feel at ease...well i got my isf back and i do miss driving it and the roar...

i agree hopefully they keep at it and don't settle for anything less or going backwards on stuff. i appreciate the little details and feature. like the blind sight warning on the side mirrors. i know they not the first but wish i had that on my car. my only gripe was the nav as it was hard to get used to from going touch to mouse.

i might be back...hahaha hopefully none of my gs buddies see this cuz they gonna get at me for this...lol GS owners its been brief enjoy the ride!!!

 

Nice review coming from an F owner. Hopefully you will get one down the road. I think it is the best all around cars Lexus makes right now

 

Thanks for your personal feedback.

Did your GS loaner come with adaptive suspension? Those with adaptive suspension have Sport S + mode in addition to Eco/Normal/Sport S.

 

Thx for the review. This car is really having
an impact on a variety of drivers.

 

Nah... That's what I thought my self. But, now after few days of ownership I'd say I'm glad Lexus adopted this system. I don't have to move my arm and point to the screen anymore, especially while driving. Also I appreciate the more 'natural' distance and height of the screen.
It takes some time to getting used too. But after that period, there is no going back

 

I have a GS400 and finally went for a test drive in a GS350. Wow, great car, so smooth, awesome steering feel, far better than my GS. The V6 has excellent power, but compared to a V8, it feels "busy" and I just don't like the sound of a V6, spoiled I guess? But, yes, I would absolutely buy a new GS if I could.

 

Previous car was a 2008 M3 so I share your sentiments on how good the GS is.