You did the GS300 an injustice...you failed to mention..1: it has Intelligent Cruise Control..it holds the speed if you are going Downhill 2: it has Dual Temperature Zones. 3: You can Open all windows Sunroof from outside if you press and hold the keypad....all these in a car that debuted in 98
Will do but the GS400 was the 1st time Lexus put a V8 in a sports sedan in 1998, was motor trend car of the year, was world's fastest sports sedan & was first with e-shift, the GS430 did not have that important feature, thanks!!
Yes, Johnny Tran's gang had a black one with the stock polished 17" 5-spoke wheels. Looks so good! It also was featured in plenty of HIP HOP/R&B music videos back in the late 90s!
My friend drove me home after partying and I didn't even know the car was turned on, or moving. A very smooth car. 2jz engine. Long story short my friend sold it and 8 years later got a text saying the transmission finally went with over 300 thousand miles on a built 2jz engine. They don't make em like that anymore
@@MeynMotorGroup i mean if you could get up to canada you could see how an ls430 ultra luxury holds up with 340k km on it, everything works exept for the telescoping steering wheel and the mirror adjustment switch
I'm obsessed with the 2nd gen GS. I am definitely on the lookout for one to replace my LS400 since I am not a fan of the lacking steering feedback on it. I drove a GS and it's steering feedback reminded me of my old E46 so I am a fan.
I bought my first GS in early 2007, a 2001 300 with 60,000 miles. Ran it for 7 years & clocked up another 110, 000 miles. Bulletproof reliability...apart from normal maintenence items, all it needed in my ownership were 2 oxygen sensors. The comfort was sublime, in fact the whole GS experience was like a "de-stresser". Spending so much time in that luxurious cabin, with every aspect of the driving experience quiet & silky smooth & all the time never feeling the Car might ever let you down. My current GS, a 2003 430 Sport, replaced the old faithful in 2014. Similar to L-Tuned & marketed here in the UK as a specific model. It was fitted with TTE Spoilers & Mesh Grill, lightly tweaked & 20mm lowered suspension + gorgeous OZ Salina 18x8" Alloys. I bought her at 70k mls & have traveled 40k in the past 7 years. For me, it is the perfect Automobile & I don't see myself ever replacing it.
@@MeynMotorGroup and it is also so reassuring that after 15 years they still do not miss a beat. It shows how good Lexus is building their cars... Glad I have mine!
@@MeynMotorGroup yes and it sounds great with CVT, but it has to have the 3.5 V6 engine to get the nice V6 sound. The power delivery is linear and progressive, which is really getting into me and it does not feel like raw and awkward power spinning the back wheels like some cars can do. This pushes you in a nice way. I really love it. The interesting thing is that normally after driving a car after 2 years, I get bored and look for something else. But with this Lexus GS450h, I am already thinking of keeping it for much longer as it ticks all the boxes!
Yes it was an excellent implementation of the CVT I love it and I know what you mean I usually get bored of cars as well but some of those Lexus Gems like the GS450h are keepers and the sign of a good car you just want to keep driving them! Hope you enjoy it for many more years
I love older Lexuses! Part of their Golden Years (2000-2013) before their styling got all sharp-edged and the interiors became matte-finished wood and leather. I love shiny wood and shiny slick leather. I’ve been accused of being a boomer, one coworker started calling me “Grandpa Jake”. 😂
*It does not have double wishbone in all 4 corners. It has a multi- link suspension which is far more advanced than double wishbone, also more expensive to maintain, yet it gives the best ride ever!*
One of my fav looking cars of all time. I had a 91 LS400 back in about 2003. Amazing rock solid freight train of a car. I always loved the look of these though. Amazingly they still look great all these years later! Super handsome from any angle. I hope who buys this one doesn’t slam it. This one in that rare blue deserves to be kept original.
My 2007 GS450H has covered 229,000 miles. Full dealership service history, original engine, original hybrid batteries and original transmission. LEXUS FOREVER.
I've got a 00 GS300 as my daily right now, and you were spot on in this review! I completely agree with everything you said. Super classy car, love everything about it. Keep up the great content
Another superb review and it's great that you cover vehicles of this vintage. Rumour has it that Paulie Walnuts considered getting one of these for carrying out his weekly collection rounds but ultimately couldn't be parted from his Cadillac
Out of everyone in the Glorified crew, Chrissy really did have the best taste in cars 😆 Haha appreciate it my friend and always great fun to exchange sopranos jokes 😄
Oh very interesting going to have to check that out! I know one of his Hollywood friends had a Green one and later on when the LS460 came out, his buddy bought one brand new and it was silver and I think someone bumped into it and the owner was pissed 😆
Car is built like a tank...I have a 1999 GS400 fully loaded that I bought certified back in 2002 and 2020 it's still running like a champ in excellent condition... thing refuses to die 😂
This is one of the most timeless looking GS sedans that Lexus has made 100%~ I mean this is almost 20 years old now, and I can't believe how well this particular one has aged. Plus you can't go wrong with that Toyota/Lexus reliability that they're known for, I mean that 2JZ 3.0L I6 is still so smooth and still sounds great. Interior still looks just as classy as when it came out in 1997, and has also aged really well. Lexus during this era was perfect. It looks more classy than its Camry twin at the time.
Wow that is the cleanest 140k mile Lexus I've seen. The engine bay look practically new! It would be a shame to modify such a clean example. Whoever purchases this car will enjoy it for a very long time.
Good disclaimer it is greatly appreciated. I like your perspective. As long as a person gets a vehicle that works for them, it will be the best option for them. I'm tired of certain car reviews with the bias opinions, talking about out dated technology, having the narrative that nothing is better than a particular brand.
Great review , it's a timeless piece of machine and as a technician and car enthusiast , i have owned several of these GS300s and admire the engineering , quality of the materials which were used and the reliability of these cars , i am not going back to Mercedes and BMWs ever again . I wish you have mentioned the Sport Design version also .
Great car my first Lexus was a GS300 on 95 plate. I currently owned a 07 GS300 a third generation of GS from 2005-2011 is a better looking car than the first and 2nd generation in my humble opinion. I’m keeping the third generation for good especially now they discontinued the GS models from 2020 sad to say😞
I STILL have this vehicle and it has 204k miles on it....STILL runs like a champ!!! I’ve only had to take it to the shop once last year and that was for inspection!!!! It’s an amazing car but the only thing I don’t like..... it’s rear wheel drive and that’s not good during these harsh East coast winters. I have to sell this beast unfortunately ☹️...
This car is guilty of making me pass buying me a new car for over a decade. It just kept running with out any issues with motor or transmission. It just keeps on rolling with silky smooth motor. I have 225k on it now mostly sitting on my lot because it’s no longer my daily driver and probably worth a grand at the most. But if I had to drive 3,000 miles I would be stupid confident that this car will have no issues. This car is also guilty of making me another Lexus Make as our next car. Granted so many things went wrong with interior gadgets breaking or not functioning right with noises coming from all angles but that motor is crazy smooth and confident it will run another 225k no problem.
@@MeynMotorGroup so reliable it made me angry for passing buying many other vehicles throughout the years. Fortunately, I save money and ended up buying more sensible family car as of recent. I use Lexus gs300 to carry my bicycle to parks once a week or fishing. That’s it.
believe it or not , ive seen one of these last saturday over here obviously i was shocked , i rarely see another lexus besides mine over here and seeing one old relic just blew my mind , but i get it why 2jz thats why . I agree with you ,you can make a cool VIP style build in one of these and if u want a lil more power just add a single snail on top of that and you good to go. I lost NNN for that interior ...
I'm a 60year old Toyota master technician retired! Got a 2001 gs 300 ,only 43000 miles and about 20yrs old ! Serviced every 5k ,t belt and water pump only due to age! All fluids replaced! Never needed anything , except tyres,pads and discs! Totally reliable!!!!!!!!!!! I think this is the best car available today! Never let me down!!!
So much sass in the intro lol. No, I get it, but if I were you I'd reduce it to two sentences for future videos for the sake of hooking new viewers (who are very fickle and quick to close videos that don't get to the point). I do love the way this car looks sans the chrome wheels
I really wanted to make it shorter but I really need to break down ever facet because after my subscribers get done watching these videos, youtube begins to push out these videos to toddlers that need every little thing explained to them
I thought it was hilarious and on point as a 🖕to all the trolls and fanboys out here on CZcams and I just subscribed because of his intro and how he describes and takes his time going into details. It's like watching 3-5 videos in one and he touches on everything I want to know. I do have a sarcastic sense of humor so that might be why I liked his long ass intro.
Am in love with the gs from the production year to the last production year it had. But this is what u wanna mod for sure wheels, spoiler/ rear wing and a whole lotta stuff to mod it.
Bought one off Copart for less than a 1000 spend around 1200 to restore her and she runs like a champ now. This car is a GTE Aristo swap away from greatness or hell rebuild the 2JZ and go NA-T.
This car is beautiful. Please don’t do too much to it. I’m looking for one to use on the weekends. It’s my dream luxury car for sure. Can’t wait to buy one myself
Great review. Awesome car. I have a 2013 Lexus RX 350 f sport. Got it with 50,000 miles. Put some 18 inch matte black with hankook at2s. Lexus are great vehicles! Looking forward to my Lexus many miles to come!
This car had the exact same version in Japan known as the Toyota Aristo. Everything was the same except for 3 things : 1) Toyota badging 2) It was RHD 3) It had the twin turbo 2JZ-GTE engine of the twin turbo Supra. Essentially it was a 4 door Supra and was similarly underrated in hp. Officially its rated at 280hp but it made 320hp stock in reality.
@@MeynMotorGroup Yes. It was JDM only unfortunately. It came at a time when Toyota was really adventurous and boasted at that time cutting edge technology like 4 wheel steering ( in a car which came out around 1997!) I myself had the pleasure of owning a 2nd Generation GS300 until 2014. The engine is the smoothest ever and the build quality is bulletproof. If you think current Lexus have good build quality, this GS300 is on another level. The only weakness other than the low hp was the soft suspension but there were tons of suspension mods for this car mainly because the Japan only twin turbo Aristo was a popular performance car in Japan with modders and major aftermarket companies built parts for the Aristo. Since both cars had the exact same suspension, anything built for the Aristo suspension was the exact bolt on for the 2nd Generation GS300 (and the GS400/430). Needless to say, I went to town changing out the suspension and adding chassis stiffeners with minimal fuss.
Yea this car is amazing with suspension mods I'm sure I can feel the potential driving this car thats why even tho I usually don't recommend modding cars, fhis is one of the few worth modding.
@@maiaire123 that's awesome dude! I feel like you got a great deal too after checking kbb. It's so smooth and so comfortable. I feel like I'm driving in luxury lol.
Another great Video keep up the good work I was kinda shocked when I listen to the beginning did something happen I love the old GS but with the sports package and in black or white
@@MeynMotorGroup only 140k on the odometer! This car just has so much value for the price point! Hard to find a true competitor for it outside the Lexus line. Keep up the good work!
Some great memories! These have aged well, I've been on websites looking for another GS430. I don't think Lexus aimed directly at the European but wanted to give a reliable alternative. Who would consider a BMW 530i with 150k... lmao
Ohh nice yea the V8 is a gem i like this motor as well but more so just for the smoothness, the 4.3 is smooth and pretty quick as well. Very hard to find these cars
@@MeynMotorGroup you're 100% right. The GS would make a great project car or daily. Slap on some coilovers and wheels then you have a smooth ride. Its definitely something you don't see everyday.
in 98 you could get the v8 too, and the v8 was actually lighter being an aluminum block. 91-97 was only the JZ, but overseas they got the 2jzgte and the 1uz NON-vvti, those models only came in AWD on those early ones, in the next generation they did sell the 2jzgte in japan but they were only selling the UZ options for export in these cars, going to VVTI 1uz's and no option for awd, and again changing the engine in 2001 for a 3uz in the 430's just losing the paddle shifters. The 3uz and 1uz are actually the same block, heck the VVTi 1uz's even have heads that will bolt right on, only thing thats different is bore size gaining you 15 more ft lbs of torque, no more hp.
gr8 rev Kevin but...at first idk about this car,so i had to go back to check the sales list.Then, i found out that except the LS that dominated the market,an ES 300h,MY '04,114.000 m.TBH i m more into it than the GS300.great car,still,details makes the diffrences :D
I have the GS 430 for almost a year, i have done 3000miles and now have 68.000miles, with all working papers and receipts on each piece changed ..: D it was a great deal
The looks as a personal reference to taste and desirability is the Achilles heel of this vehicle . It reminds me of a Oldsmobile which sits rather awkwardly on its four wheels as a sub standard product amongst its stable mates . The GS 300 lacked engineering leading to a more fuel efficient engine and unusual to a Japanese product had inherent faults. It's a good example to demonstrate Lexus evolutionary command of the segment for the betterment of the company and consumers alike.
@@MeynMotorGroup All Lexus are well made but this car had inherent faults occurring then rectified within a service. Research and you’ll find for yourself and be able to integrate into review. The LS 400 can still be found in reasonable numbers on uk roads unlike the GS 300 which has all but completely disappeared by comparison.
Currently have a 2001 Lexus GS300 with 160k miles and got it when it had 110k. It has non sunroof slicktop and suede interior. I also recently got a 2004 Lexus GS430 but has 225k but runs strong. The V8 is nice but not on gas lol
For some reason this gen GS300 depreciated as badly as a BMW or Mercedes Benz once they hit the 8-10 year old mark. Many became beater/junker cars but kept going. Now at 16-22 years old the failure point causing them to be junked is the brake booster/ABS system unit. If it goes it generally exceeds the value of the whole car to fix it the right way. These were way ahead of their time when introduced in the fall of 1997. It was a prestigious car then and gives you a lot for a little money now. You would have to be insane to buy a newer Corolla or Civic for the same money over this car in 2020.
Nice review It's a cool car. Can you find a rx300 mk1 to review next👍. You have to love an old lexus it looks so good even with 150,000 miles on it. Really surprises me that people still buy BMW, Mercedes, jaguars, audi, range rovers instead of a lexus but maybe it shouldn't there's a lot of people out there with lots of money but no class unfortunately 😁
See my 2004 Lexus LS430 Review here: czcams.com/video/NPkOE2ttylU/video.html and let's try and get these vids to 1k likes!
You did the GS300 an injustice...you failed to mention..1: it has Intelligent Cruise Control..it holds the speed if you are going Downhill
2: it has Dual Temperature Zones.
3: You can Open all windows Sunroof from outside if you press and hold the keypad....all these in a car that debuted in 98
Will do but the GS400 was the 1st time Lexus put a V8 in a sports sedan in 1998, was motor trend car of the year, was world's fastest sports sedan & was first with e-shift, the GS430 did not have that important feature, thanks!!
@@TheMuzikall Louis
Hi Kevin,
Would you be interested in doing a review of a 1998 Lexus GS 400?
Thanks,
Kamran
I genuinely believe this was one of Lexus’ most classic sports sedans, I’ll never forget this was in the fast and furious movies too!
This car truly is a legend it has a very distinct look to it.
Yes, Johnny Tran's gang had a black one with the stock polished 17" 5-spoke wheels.
Looks so good!
It also was featured in plenty of HIP HOP/R&B music videos back in the late 90s!
@@Kev27RS yup and yellow fog light that set it off
My friend drove me home after partying and I didn't even know the car was turned on, or moving. A very smooth car. 2jz engine. Long story short my friend sold it and 8 years later got a text saying the transmission finally went with over 300 thousand miles on a built 2jz engine. They don't make em like that anymore
@@FCT8306onTwoWheels Yes.
Great car!
Hey Kevin. Don’t listen to the haters. You are doing a great job and I appreciate your perspective.
Appreciate that my friend!
Exhaust Sports Auto 👍🏾👍🏾
The underrated and forgotten lexus.
It really is, thanks for stopping by! This car is unbelievable for 6 grand
The first Gen IS300 is also
Just bought an 04 GS300 with 223k miles
@@Jhass360 got a 05 with 60k! only 5.7
I daily drive my 2001 GS300 80 miles a day. Now has 168,000 miles, runs like new and Everything works !!
This car is forever a classic. That blue isn't very common and the chrome wheels look great.
Agreed!
It doesn't really look factory, though. The entire engine bay is painted. :\
You got to get your hands on this gen 430 model . Still love my 2002 !
I would love to such a legend but impossible to find
@@MeynMotorGroup i mean if you could get up to canada you could see how an ls430 ultra luxury holds up with 340k km on it, everything works exept for the telescoping steering wheel and the mirror adjustment switch
I'm obsessed with the 2nd gen GS. I am definitely on the lookout for one to replace my LS400 since I am not a fan of the lacking steering feedback on it. I drove a GS and it's steering feedback reminded me of my old E46 so I am a fan.
Nice!
I bought my first GS in early 2007, a 2001 300 with 60,000 miles. Ran it for 7 years & clocked up another 110, 000 miles. Bulletproof reliability...apart from normal maintenence items, all it needed in my ownership were 2 oxygen sensors. The comfort was sublime, in fact the whole GS experience was like a "de-stresser". Spending so much time in that luxurious cabin, with every aspect of the driving experience quiet & silky smooth & all the time never feeling the Car might ever let you down. My current GS, a 2003 430 Sport, replaced the old faithful in 2014. Similar to L-Tuned & marketed here in the UK as a specific model. It was fitted with TTE Spoilers & Mesh Grill, lightly tweaked & 20mm lowered suspension + gorgeous OZ Salina 18x8" Alloys. I bought her at 70k mls & have traveled 40k in the past 7 years. For me, it is the perfect Automobile & I don't see myself ever replacing it.
This is definitely a classic and such a treat to drive it. I can see why there are so many fans who want to keep this model.
Yea this model with the engine options it had were great and looked rather peculiar very cool car!
@@MeynMotorGroup and it is also so reassuring that after 15 years they still do not miss a beat. It shows how good Lexus is building their cars... Glad I have mine!
Your car is amazing its got legit v8 thrust man so many gems in the Lexus lineup
@@MeynMotorGroup yes and it sounds great with CVT, but it has to have the 3.5 V6 engine to get the nice V6 sound. The power delivery is linear and progressive, which is really getting into me and it does not feel like raw and awkward power spinning the back wheels like some cars can do. This pushes you in a nice way. I really love it. The interesting thing is that normally after driving a car after 2 years, I get bored and look for something else. But with this Lexus GS450h, I am already thinking of keeping it for much longer as it ticks all the boxes!
Yes it was an excellent implementation of the CVT I love it and I know what you mean I usually get bored of cars as well but some of those Lexus Gems like the GS450h are keepers and the sign of a good car you just want to keep driving them! Hope you enjoy it for many more years
I owned this exact car from 2009-2015 - drove like a champ.
That disclaimer has me sent 😂 the fact you needed to state that! You are not a paid automotive journalist, just your friendly car buying friend!!!
But that blue is beautiful 😍
Hahaha yea just feel bad that my subscribers need to sit through it 😅 but def that blue was nice
Easy 300k Miles without breaking a sweat
I def think so!
Honestly is still breaking in. You have decades and decades with that vehicle. Don’t let it her go man.
For sure my friend!
Exhaust Sports Auto would you just buy 99 with 190 for 2500 without question or be concerned about????? In particular thanks first car
@@jfros9794 I would be concerned if original timing belt is still on.
I love older Lexuses! Part of their Golden Years (2000-2013) before their styling got all sharp-edged and the interiors became matte-finished wood and leather. I love shiny wood and shiny slick leather.
I’ve been accused of being a boomer, one coworker started calling me “Grandpa Jake”. 😂
BTW: I stopped watching the election to watch this. Got tired of the negativity, got anxious for the results, etc.
Haha oh man really appreciate that my friend and I do agree that generation of Lexus did look unique and very distinguished from today's cars
I have a 2002 GS 300 and love it. Bought it new from dealer, now has 200k plus miles and plan to keep it till end of time…
*It does not have double wishbone in all 4 corners. It has a multi- link suspension which is far more advanced than double wishbone, also more expensive to maintain, yet it gives the best ride ever!*
I own a 03’ GS300, great car, reliable and good looking! A real eye catcher!👀 Nice review.
One of my fav looking cars of all time. I had a 91 LS400 back in about 2003. Amazing rock solid freight train of a car. I always loved the look of these though. Amazingly they still look great all these years later! Super handsome from any angle. I hope who buys this one doesn’t slam it. This one in that rare blue deserves to be kept original.
My 2007 GS450H has covered 229,000 miles. Full dealership service history, original engine, original hybrid batteries and original transmission. LEXUS FOREVER.
I've got a 00 GS300 as my daily right now, and you were spot on in this review! I completely agree with everything you said. Super classy car, love everything about it. Keep up the great content
Another superb review and it's great that you cover vehicles of this vintage. Rumour has it that Paulie Walnuts considered getting one of these for carrying out his weekly collection rounds but ultimately couldn't be parted from his Cadillac
Out of everyone in the Glorified crew, Chrissy really did have the best taste in cars 😆
Haha appreciate it my friend and always great fun to exchange sopranos jokes 😄
@@MeynMotorGroup Didn't Larry David drive a GS of this era in curb your enthusiasm?
Doesn't he always drive a Prius, recently tried to buy an I8 but failed
@@MeynMotorGroup Apparently in series 1 he drove a '98 GS400 and then moved onto the Prius
Oh very interesting going to have to check that out! I know one of his Hollywood friends had a Green one and later on when the LS460 came out, his buddy bought one brand new and it was silver and I think someone bumped into it and the owner was pissed 😆
I regret selling mine when I had kids. It had 220,000 miles on it and it was a great car. A pleasure to drive.
Car is built like a tank...I have a 1999 GS400 fully loaded that I bought certified back in 2002 and 2020 it's still running like a champ in excellent condition... thing refuses to die 😂
Nice bro congrats on that my favorite GS400 is the 1998 which basically the same car u own very nice
@@theodoreyoung8777 thanks
tristyhylton No problem bro 👍🏾👍🏾
Heck yea man apparently people are running these things for 300-400k miles 😆
This is one of the most timeless looking GS sedans that Lexus has made 100%~ I mean this is almost 20 years old now, and I can't believe how well this particular one has aged. Plus you can't go wrong with that Toyota/Lexus reliability that they're known for, I mean that 2JZ 3.0L I6 is still so smooth and still sounds great. Interior still looks just as classy as when it came out in 1997, and has also aged really well. Lexus during this era was perfect. It looks more classy than its Camry twin at the time.
In the 90’s, this was my dream car.
Yea I liked this car growing up as well
Especially the 1998 GS400 that was my car lol the best looking it was in the movie belly
The almighty GS 300!
LOVE the disclaimer! Thanks for keeping your reviews 100!! Keep up the outstanding work.
Appreciate that my friend! And thank you very much for your support!
Wow that is the cleanest 140k mile Lexus I've seen. The engine bay look practically new! It would be a shame to modify such a clean example. Whoever purchases this car will enjoy it for a very long time.
Yes that's the thing when you see something so pristine like this you don't want to tamper with it
I LOVE LOVE LOVE YOUR INTRO DISCLAIMER that's why I watch your videos man keep up the honesty 👍
Haha glad you like it my friend yea that's going to be my intro moving forward 😆
@@MeynMotorGroup i love it! keep it up my man!
Good disclaimer it is greatly appreciated. I like your perspective. As long as a person gets a vehicle that works for them, it will be the best option for them. I'm tired of certain car reviews with the bias opinions, talking about out dated technology, having the narrative that nothing is better than a particular brand.
2JZ is legend, I wish they were here today
Wish they would make another inline 6
Very clever review...you nailed it. They are sleepers...can be turned into monsters.
These are excellent cars. I've been trying to find one forever.
Yes its been really hard for me to find this car to do a video on
I’ll sell mine toya I’m near Houston tx
People keep them for ages or until a costly repair comes along..... they are just to reliable.......you cry when you have to replace it 😥
Thank you for this. I love my GS. Got it for 2,700
That's a nice price!
GS is the one car that you can do track with it but still makes your parents proud :)
Love the gs. Had the 01 and just bought a 2014 gs in September
Just for clarity, if this is the non-turbo version then it's a 2JZ-GE, not a GTE. The GTE was specifically the twin-turbo "big boy" version of the GE.
Great review , it's a timeless piece of machine and as a technician and car enthusiast , i have owned several of these GS300s and admire the engineering , quality of the materials which were used and the reliability of these cars , i am not going back to Mercedes and BMWs ever again . I wish you have mentioned the Sport Design version also .
Had no idea there was a sport design! Going to have to look that up!
Great car my first Lexus was a GS300 on 95 plate. I currently owned a 07 GS300 a third generation of GS from 2005-2011 is a better looking car than the first and 2nd generation in my humble opinion. I’m keeping the third generation for good especially now they discontinued the GS models from 2020 sad to say😞
I STILL have this vehicle and it has 204k miles on it....STILL runs like a champ!!! I’ve only had to take it to the shop once last year and that was for inspection!!!! It’s an amazing car but the only thing I don’t like..... it’s rear wheel drive and that’s not good during these harsh East coast winters. I have to sell this beast unfortunately ☹️...
That's awesome but yea I understand RWD is not ideal if you experience snow but you could still keep it as a secondary car up to you tho
How's on oil consumption ? Is it ecnomical ?
Just get snow tires
I have a 2000 with 223,000 mi and I loved this car. Its amazing, so luxurious and VIP. I can't wait to have the engine tubroed
Nice
Don't....get a Factory Set Up or a 4.3....NA-T conversion is a Labour of Love project ...you can do more to a genuine 2JZ-GTE
I had a 1995 Lexus GS 300. Drove til it had close to 300k miles... I miss my girl 💜
Jeez well at least you got good use out of it 😆
This car is guilty of making me pass buying me a new car for over a decade. It just kept running with out any issues with motor or transmission. It just keeps on rolling with silky smooth motor. I have 225k on it now mostly sitting on my lot because it’s no longer my daily driver and probably worth a grand at the most. But if I had to drive 3,000 miles I would be stupid confident that this car will have no issues. This car is also guilty of making me another Lexus Make as our next car. Granted so many things went wrong with interior gadgets breaking or not functioning right with noises coming from all angles but that motor is crazy smooth and confident it will run another 225k no problem.
It really is silky smooth and stupid reliable for sure
@@MeynMotorGroup so reliable it made me angry for passing buying many other vehicles throughout the years. Fortunately, I save money and ended up buying more sensible family car as of recent. I use Lexus gs300 to carry my bicycle to parks once a week or fishing. That’s it.
Nice! Yea this car is always a nice treat to own like driving around in a time capsule enjoy!
Running this back as I pulled mine out to drive this weekend.
believe it or not , ive seen one of these last saturday over here obviously i was shocked , i rarely see another lexus besides mine over here and seeing one old relic just blew my mind , but i get it why 2jz thats why . I agree with you ,you can make a cool VIP style build in one of these and if u want a lil more power just add a single snail on top of that and you good to go.
I lost NNN for that interior ...
Yea 2JZ just has Infinite tuning capabilities and I love the different looks this car can pull off. Def a cool Lexus in the lineup
I'm a 60year old Toyota master technician retired!
Got a 2001 gs 300 ,only 43000 miles and about 20yrs old !
Serviced every 5k ,t belt and water pump only due to age! All fluids replaced!
Never needed anything , except tyres,pads and discs!
Totally reliable!!!!!!!!!!! I think this is the best car available today! Never let me down!!!
Yes sir now that is an excellent pick up thing belongs in a museum 😆 enjoy the car and thank you very much for sharing your expertise
Got 220k on my ‘04. I love it.
Very nice!
Bro keep doing your style. I like all of your reviews!
I love the look of the 1998 GS400 the best looking GS of that era to me
Yea bro I agree great looking ride I loved it growing up
Exhaust Sports Auto It looked so different from all the rest had it’s own look big Japanese swagger look to it lol
So much sass in the intro lol. No, I get it, but if I were you I'd reduce it to two sentences for future videos for the sake of hooking new viewers (who are very fickle and quick to close videos that don't get to the point). I do love the way this car looks sans the chrome wheels
I really wanted to make it shorter but I really need to break down ever facet because after my subscribers get done watching these videos, youtube begins to push out these videos to toddlers that need every little thing explained to them
I thought it was hilarious and on point as a 🖕to all the trolls and fanboys out here on CZcams and I just subscribed because of his intro and how he describes and takes his time going into details. It's like watching 3-5 videos in one and he touches on everything I want to know. I do have a sarcastic sense of humor so that might be why I liked his long ass intro.
I bought a GS 300 with the straight 6 for 6k
160.k 1998 That looks and runs like new.
No leaks and cold air, very happy.
That’s to much I sold a 2003 gs300 in mint condition with 19 inch rims 143k miles for 2,500 , I bought it for 900 last year .
This was a perfect opening
Am in love with the gs from the production year to the last production year it had. But this is what u wanna mod for sure wheels, spoiler/ rear wing and a whole lotta stuff to mod it.
Bought one off Copart for less than a 1000 spend around 1200 to restore her and she runs like a champ now. This car is a GTE Aristo swap away from greatness or hell rebuild the 2JZ and go NA-T.
This car is beautiful. Please don’t do too much to it. I’m looking for one to use on the weekends. It’s my dream luxury car for sure. Can’t wait to buy one myself
please try to find the previous generation GS. and a GS400 of this generation. that 4.0 is 👌👌👌
I kinda found it but it was in the LS 400 review I did 😆
Me and you are the same we both love older cars like Lexus, Mercedes, Audi and Bmw.
If I found one with decent mileage in good condition I'd buy it today
Yea it's a nice ride for sure
Exhaust Sports Auto shoul I go after a 05 150k one owner for 5k or should I try to get em lower
This video never gets old. Neither does the car.
Great review. Awesome car. I have a 2013 Lexus RX 350 f sport. Got it with 50,000 miles. Put some 18 inch matte black with hankook at2s. Lexus are great vehicles! Looking forward to my Lexus many miles to come!
It really runs smooth 70 between 70 and 110 120 the book says it goes 140 more top speed of the car it's written in the owner's manual
In pwr mode the steering gets stiffer almost like you can feel the precise traction of the tires. Very sophisticated electronics
This car had the exact same version in Japan known as the Toyota Aristo. Everything was the same except for 3 things :
1) Toyota badging
2) It was RHD
3) It had the twin turbo 2JZ-GTE engine of the twin turbo Supra.
Essentially it was a 4 door Supra and was similarly underrated in hp. Officially its rated at 280hp but it made 320hp stock in reality.
Damn I didn't know they got it with the turbos that must have been incredible
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Yes. It was JDM only unfortunately. It came at a time when Toyota was really adventurous and boasted at that time cutting edge technology like 4 wheel steering ( in a car which came out around 1997!) I myself had the pleasure of owning a 2nd Generation GS300 until 2014. The engine is the smoothest ever and the build quality is bulletproof. If you think current Lexus have good build quality, this GS300 is on another level. The only weakness other than the low hp was the soft suspension but there were tons of suspension mods for this car mainly because the Japan only twin turbo Aristo was a popular performance car in Japan with modders and major aftermarket companies built parts for the Aristo. Since both cars had the exact same suspension, anything built for the Aristo suspension was the exact bolt on for the 2nd Generation GS300 (and the GS400/430). Needless to say, I went to town changing out the suspension and adding chassis stiffeners with minimal fuss.
Yea this car is amazing with suspension mods I'm sure I can feel the potential driving this car thats why even tho I usually don't recommend modding cars, fhis is one of the few worth modding.
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This video gives an idea of what the twin turbo Aristo is like : czcams.com/video/VhwNqPlhK18/video.html
natnut2008 Thanx bro really enjoyed that video and the knowledge of the Arista car
I just bought a 2004 Lexus GS300 with 145k miles for $2k. Was checking vids to see if I got a good deal. I think I may have!
I just bought a 2001 gs300 in summer 2020 for $2k with 160k on it with no problems💯
You definitely gotta great deal💯
@@maiaire123 that's awesome dude! I feel like you got a great deal too after checking kbb. It's so smooth and so comfortable. I feel like I'm driving in luxury lol.
I have a 2003 GS300 still rides wonderfully.
Love my GS300 too, great ride. Very smooth . Delight to drive,especially on the road.
I tried to look for the skip button and didn't realize that was your intro man!
Lololol yea really apologize that my subscribers have to sit through that 😅
@@MeynMotorGroup 🤣
Thanx bro your the best on utube hands down 👍🏾👍🏾
I have a 2002 GS 300 with 85K on the dash and rides like a dream.
Nice!
Another great Video keep up the good work I was kinda shocked when I listen to the beginning did something happen I love the old GS but with the sports package and in black or white
Haha appreciate it my friend yea these things look mean in black!
Exhaust Sports Auto Yes they do bro
I just recently picked up a graphite grey on black 02 Sportdesign with the blackwood accents! Love reading all these comments!!
Congrats!
@@MeynMotorGroup only 140k on the odometer! This car just has so much value for the price point! Hard to find a true competitor for it outside the Lexus line. Keep up the good work!
Is $3500 worth it? No check engine light on, great condition, new alternator installed I believe, no problems body 9.5/10 , 148k miles
i'd say yes if clean title and clean service records
Another great real world review, keep it up !
Thanks!
Some great memories! These have aged well, I've been on websites looking for another GS430. I don't think Lexus aimed directly at the European but wanted to give a reliable alternative. Who would consider a BMW 530i with 150k... lmao
Ohh nice yea the V8 is a gem i like this motor as well but more so just for the smoothness, the 4.3 is smooth and pretty quick as well. Very hard to find these cars
@@MeynMotorGroup you're 100% right. The GS would make a great project car or daily. Slap on some coilovers and wheels then you have a smooth ride. Its definitely something you don't see everyday.
This is going to be my first car soon! But now you’ll drive the price up! 😂
Yea sorry about that get it quick and Im jealous this is your first car 😆
in 98 you could get the v8 too, and the v8 was actually lighter being an aluminum block. 91-97 was only the JZ, but overseas they got the 2jzgte and the 1uz NON-vvti, those models only came in AWD on those early ones, in the next generation they did sell the 2jzgte in japan but they were only selling the UZ options for export in these cars, going to VVTI 1uz's and no option for awd, and again changing the engine in 2001 for a 3uz in the 430's just losing the paddle shifters. The 3uz and 1uz are actually the same block, heck the VVTi 1uz's even have heads that will bolt right on, only thing thats different is bore size gaining you 15 more ft lbs of torque, no more hp.
gr8 rev Kevin but...at first idk about this car,so i had to go back to check the sales list.Then, i found out that except the LS that dominated the market,an ES 300h,MY '04,114.000 m.TBH i m more into it than the GS300.great car,still,details makes the diffrences :D
For sure my friend! All these models have something unique to bring to the table!
I love my gs430
As you should my friend 👍
Hope you can find a GS400 to review!
Yes I would love to!
Yes the 1998 GS400 my favorite
@Shawn 0607 Facts bro
@Shawn 0607 Nice bro I see your in love with that car and I could see and imagine why pure sports car Lexus big body classic 😎👍🏾👍🏾
@Shawn 0607 If u don’t mind me asking bro what happened to your last GS400
Yesss my car
Damn I'm jealous lo
@@MeynMotorGroup 😂
still waiting for a 3rd gen gs350 👉👈, love your videos
Still can't find one 😆 but I have not given up! Appreciate your support my friend!
Loved the disclaimer. Keep it real my friend!
Haha appreciate just sorry the sensible people and my subscribers have to put up with it
@@MeynMotorGroup I’m sure those who have been following your channel for a while including myself all got a good kick out of it!
Haha 😄 glad you liked it my friend and appreciate all your support as always
I have the GS 430 for almost a year, i have done 3000miles and now have 68.000miles, with all working papers and receipts on each piece changed ..: D it was a great deal
Nice!
The looks as a personal reference to taste and desirability is the Achilles heel of this vehicle . It reminds me of a Oldsmobile which sits rather awkwardly on its four wheels as a sub standard product amongst its stable mates . The GS 300 lacked engineering leading to a more fuel efficient engine and unusual to a Japanese product had inherent faults. It's a good example to demonstrate Lexus evolutionary command of the segment for the betterment of the company and consumers alike.
Its def a like it or hate it design but engineering is up there for a mid level model like this they care about the GS just not anymore
@@MeynMotorGroup All Lexus are well made but this car had inherent faults occurring then rectified within a service. Research and you’ll find for yourself and be able to integrate into review. The LS 400 can still be found in reasonable numbers on uk roads unlike the GS 300 which has all but completely disappeared by comparison.
@@originalGFLEX I see loads about, less 400's. Weird.
I bought one and I think it looks good drives great
It has a very unique gear shifter buttons on the steering wheel.
Yea I noticed that
This video made me finaly go for a gs300. It has check engine light on but runs smooth as butter. Maybe O2 sensor. will sort it out.
Hey can you review the 2006 gs300 powered by the 3.0 by 3grfse
I love your channel bro and dude you should travel to California and make some Lexus reviews over here 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Great review as usual. Would love it if you review a 2007 es with ultra luxury package, if you can find one.
Man I can never find those ultra luxury package cars
@@MeynMotorGroup No problem. You might come across one.
I challenge you to find a 1st gen GS
Currently have a 2001 Lexus GS300 with 160k miles and got it when it had 110k. It has non sunroof slicktop and suede interior. I also recently got a 2004 Lexus GS430 but has 225k but runs strong. The V8 is nice but not on gas lol
For some reason this gen GS300 depreciated as badly as a BMW or Mercedes Benz once they hit the 8-10 year old mark. Many became beater/junker cars but kept going. Now at 16-22 years old the failure point causing them to be junked is the brake booster/ABS system unit. If it goes it generally exceeds the value of the whole car to fix it the right way. These were way ahead of their time when introduced in the fall of 1997. It was a prestigious car then and gives you a lot for a little money now. You would have to be insane to buy a newer Corolla or Civic for the same money over this car in 2020.
All luxury cars tank in value
for high speed stability 10:28 that stock rear spoiler is designed for
Nice review It's a cool car. Can you find a rx300 mk1 to review next👍. You have to love an old lexus it looks so good even with 150,000 miles on it. Really surprises me that people still buy BMW, Mercedes, jaguars, audi, range rovers instead of a lexus but maybe it shouldn't there's a lot of people out there with lots of money but no class unfortunately 😁
I had an 01 back in 05 white custom 20s lowered TVs system and light mods in the engine- loved it but was bought quickly wish I kept longer
Nice that's sick
My gs300 has over 180k and still runs beautifully
8:55 omg he's literally me
Thank you Kevin. While I respect the GS's second generation, I'm still impartial to the third generation.
Such iconic classic
That one is called "Toyota Aristo" in my region and in Japan as well!
Yea even came with Turbos apparently I'm jealous lol