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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 08:25 AM
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Hello Everyone,
So I did end up getting the Red GS350 from Michigan at the end of last year. Red on Black, Luxury Package, ML Audio, Rear Heated seats, the whole shebang. Paid $31k and I believe I got great deal, even if it could have been a little better. Drives like a dream, literally can't distinguish it from a new one. When I hear that engine note, oh man... I can't help but floor it! Finally got her looking nice and clean, which is why I haven't posted photos in all this time, so I apologize for the delay. Thanks again to bclexus and everyone else who provided me with advice and other tips.






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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 08:43 AM
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Looks good man. Nice color choice!
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 08:50 AM
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Love the color. Seems like you got one that is nicely loaded as well. It should provide plenty for you to enjoy.

Congrats! Thanks for sharing some photos.

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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 08:52 AM
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Beautiful! Congrats!
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 09:09 AM
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Looks very nice! Enjoy!
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 09:10 AM
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Thanks guys, means a lot. I was the littlest bit concerned about the color when I saw the sale posting but as soon as I saw it in person I fell in love right away, the photos simply don't do it justice. I certainly don't regret my choice at all. Planning on tinting the windows and possibly adding the lip spoiler. Any ideas and/or things to look out for?
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 09:19 AM
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congrats, looks beautiful safe driving and great car for the price
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 09:25 AM
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very nice. How many miles does she have?
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 09:25 AM
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Congrats!
Wait till you tint it, night and day difference, esp with red.
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 10:03 AM
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Lovely. Enjoy!
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 10:04 AM
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very nice. How many miles does she have?
About 32,300 miles when I got her, nearing 33k miles now. Indeed, I feel like the tint will make it seem like a completely different car.

Side note - anyone have suggestions for best radar detector? Experience with them etc. - which one would be most accurate, least false negatives, etc. and best value?
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 11:07 AM
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Compliments and congrats on the new ride! I think you did a great job finding a low mileage GS with the lux package for that price...Enjoy it to the fullest!
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by pryde5abi
About 32,300 miles when I got her, nearing 33k miles now. Indeed, I feel like the tint will make it seem like a completely different car.

Side note - anyone have suggestions for best radar detector? Experience with them etc. - which one would be most accurate, least false negatives, etc. and best value?
nice! I only have 14,000 miles on mine haha

I have a Beltronic StiR Plus installed radar and laser intercepter for laser defense.
Its a custom installed unit but its ranked as one of the best. Pricey but if you plan to keep it for a while its worth it IMO. Also depending the install if you change cars you can have it removed. Also look at al proriety for laser defense.
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 12:05 PM
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Originally Posted by pryde5abi
Side note - anyone have suggestions for best radar detector? Experience with them etc. - which one would be most accurate, least false negatives, etc. and best value?
I have the Escort 9500ix and love it. While it's not the most expensive unit out there, it provides a great value and gives me everything that I was interested in.

I installed it using a MirrorTap (uses power from your rear view mirror) following the instructions/pictures posted by mso4 here: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...ml#post7726444

You may have to do research & read reviews on what features you're after in a radar. Without a budget, it's a bit hard to recommend something.. there is a big range in radar prices.

Laser detectors are legal in my state - you may want to check into that for your state as well. All the best.

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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 04:01 PM
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Congrats! You got a great deal! Btw darker tint will really set the car off.
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