Hello Bern. I’m also the proud owner of a 2001 Lexus GS 300. What you might want to do to improve acceleration is potentially install a high flow catalytic converter on your car. Flowmaster or Magnaflow would do the trick. It might be a little bit noisy but if you can withstand that, you’ll get the power output you desire.
Nice work bruh.. Love that Blue Taco.. You'll definitely be painting again, so I recommend a spray gun (they got nice cheap one @ Walmart) and a air compressor additionally, invest in a respirator even though your outside. If you using ear protection while sanding you should be protecting those lungs. Nice work thou
Thank you! Yeah definitely thinking of a spray gun in the future. I have a respirator actually but I only used it while sanding and spraying the clear, completely forgot to use it while laying red haha
I have a 2003 Gs300 and I gotta tell you the factory Lexus premium sound system option these cars had is the BEST I have ever heard. I compared it to many modern luxury cars and nothing compares. I go on late night drives sometimes just to listen to the music, I can't even explain. But overall, I think it's because this car is very well built and the speakers have a great sound deadened environment.
I have 2002 GS430 and I lowered it with some billstein springs and struts. I no longer have any body roll on the curbs. But it does ride rough on rough roads. It’s no longer a plush ride, it’s more of a sportier mode. I also did the intake and borla exhaust. I have 135k on the car but starts and run like new still.
Dude just saying i subscribed after seeing the Tahoe review... later realized this is mostly Japanese car channel... ...you're becoming a version of scotty kilmer 🤓
Nicely done sir and thank you for making miss my GS430 even more now 😆 lol. In terms of the audio def try to keep the mark Levinson sound. I'm sure you can find a replacement Amp on ebay. Also the manual swap look into the sc300 manual transmission and pedals if you gonna go that route keep it in the family. Great video and car looks and sounds great 👍
Just don't over do with subwoofer. I know that feeling strong bass is nice, but it may overwhelm mid's and high's. I love when everything is balanced and you can hear everything not just sub 😀
Great videos bro! Love your style. Oh look, a squirrel! Lol! Oh look, super wheels on a Corolla! Back to driving. Yeah, I've got ADD too, I understand. 😜
dope car man! Ive been lookin at the GS300 for a few months now. 430... would get it except im worried about mileage. RED PAINT THOUGH?!?!?!?!?! I dig your channel AND RIDE and your commentary. But the RED ..................... nah man. This car (IN MY EXTREMLY HUMBLE POSITION) Needs "colours" like: BLACK WHITE SILVER TITANIUM Even the Gold(ish) colour ---You know that Lexus colour SONIC TITANIUM?!!?!?
LOL thank you! This shade of red unfortunately wasn't the one I was going for haha, and since it was a relatively cheap and rusty car, I wanted to switch things up from the typical black and silver LOL
Just bought one for a daily got it cheap $1000 bucks but it needed a engine talking about expensive but got one this would be my second GS first 400 last one was a 300 I always love the gs body style it's so timeless
Looks like a fun car man! Looks great in that shade of red (on a budget) with the Yakima roof rack and deflector. A manual swap would be sweet. And the hot air intake sounds great! 🤣 Careful on those twisties!
Nice intake. Have the same exact brand on my 6 speed manual Acura TL. My brother wound up buying a 2007 Ford Expedition extended version instead of the Lexus 😭 it's a good SUV for what he paid for it though. I'm just scared of the 5.4 spark plugs their known to break while removing them and they need to be replaced. Car looks great for a spray paint job. How much does it cost DIY?
Awesome car... your knowledge and honesty come through strong. Definitely cool to see the joy exude through your pores every time you hear the music that Z motor sings. ✅Liked ✅Subbed ✌
PlastiDip is an inexpensive way to paint your car without the high cost- and it’s peelable and protects the paint underneath. It’s also fun to experiment with different colors and Pearl coats.
I got a used Aristo strut bar and changed by bottom triangle brace to a newer one and the body roll reduced quite a bit. Also check out ForwardMomentum on CZcams! He did a manual tranny swap in his GS400 - pretty much same thing and then slapped a super charger on it as well! Your GS color is nice bro!
picking up a garage kept 2003 gs430 so naturally i’ve watched all your vids on it. that said, i want to get a roof rack to throw my surfboard on top- how did you know the rack would fit? i cant find anything that says it’ll fit. how’d you do it and how do i find one that i know will fit? sick videos! earned a sub fer sure
Hey Bern! does your 245 45 18 tires rub at all? And more importantly is it still a comfortable ride with that size tire set up? i have a 1998 lexus GS was wondering because I plan on installing 18'S with same size tires, Soooon
Look into replacing that amp with the same type. Your system is great. Just make sure when you do buy your new head unit , you get the wiring kit for the amp (needs it for the older style). Speakers will need to be low impedance. You can do all this with out going straight for a subwoofer. Sound quality of these systems are close to being unmatched.
If I drove normally, my MPG’s would probably be the same. I just now I want to listen to the intake more so the MPG’s are down because of my heavy foot 😂😂. Torque feels the same!
4:07 PM Nobody puts roof racks on cars anymore, especially on a luxury Lexus sedan. Why did you buy this car? This car 🚗 is meant for customizing, not going to the forest for the outdoors. Aim for something lower.👎🏿👎🏾👎🏿👎🏾👎🏿👎🏾.
Is that THE 2009 Honda Civic that featured on this channel months ago in the background?? 🤩
Why yes, it is THE 2009 Honda Civic EX!
That V8 sound is just 🤤
Hello Bern. I’m also the proud owner of a 2001 Lexus GS 300. What you might want to do to improve acceleration is potentially install a high flow catalytic converter on your car. Flowmaster or Magnaflow would do the trick. It might be a little bit noisy but if you can withstand that, you’ll get the power output you desire.
Came for the car. Commented because you’re doing a great job of being relatable and are also absolutely on point. Well done.
Thank you very much!
Nice work bruh.. Love that Blue Taco.. You'll definitely be painting again, so I recommend a spray gun (they got nice cheap one @ Walmart) and a air compressor additionally, invest in a respirator even though your outside. If you using ear protection while sanding you should be protecting those lungs. Nice work thou
Thank you! Yeah definitely thinking of a spray gun in the future. I have a respirator actually but I only used it while sanding and spraying the clear, completely forgot to use it while laying red haha
@@BernonCars I got that same engine in my 05 4runner LTD.
I have a 2003 Gs300 and I gotta tell you the factory Lexus premium sound system option these cars had is the BEST I have ever heard. I compared it to many modern luxury cars and nothing compares. I go on late night drives sometimes just to listen to the music, I can't even explain. But overall, I think it's because this car is very well built and the speakers have a great sound deadened environment.
I really wanna keep the OEM sound! I replaced the amp but still no luck :/
The red paint kind of has an orange reflection maybe because it's on video but I love it!
I love how you spot all the interesting and weird cars while driving. Car guy right there. 😂
Always!
Never seen that intro before. A nice collection of what you did/owned previously.
Thank you!
Man! The LS430 wheels look SO DAMN GOOD ON THAT THING
Think I’m gonna get a black 2006 gs430
Youll be happy with the lowering springs. Lighten up the rotors also, you will be satisfied, I'm sure.
Noted!!
What lighter weight rotors would you recommend?
I have 2002 GS430 and I lowered it with some billstein springs and struts. I no longer have any body roll on the curbs. But it does ride rough on rough roads. It’s no longer a plush ride, it’s more of a sportier mode. I also did the intake and borla exhaust. I have 135k on the car but starts and run like new still.
Nice!! I can't wait to lower mine lol
Dude just saying i subscribed after seeing the Tahoe review... later realized this is mostly Japanese car channel... ...you're becoming a version of scotty kilmer 🤓
Hahaha there will definitely be more variety coming in the near future. It’s mostly what I’ve had access to so far!
You have really good taste mate. These cars are built to last forever
Thank you! They absolutely are
Nicely done sir and thank you for making miss my GS430 even more now 😆 lol. In terms of the audio def try to keep the mark Levinson sound. I'm sure you can find a replacement Amp on ebay. Also the manual swap look into the sc300 manual transmission and pedals if you gonna go that route keep it in the family. Great video and car looks and sounds great 👍
I’ll probs do that, a lot cheaper too I’m sure ha haha. Thank you sir!
Just don't over do with subwoofer. I know that feeling strong bass is nice, but it may overwhelm mid's and high's.
I love when everything is balanced and you can hear everything not just sub 😀
Absolutely, me too! I’m not huge on mega bass but I love a solid sounding system!
Man I loves my GS
Saw your first video and how you wanted red with LS rims. Nice that you are making it happen
The dream coming to life! Haha
just found your channel and was wondering when this vid would come out. Looks soooo amazing !!! I would lovvvveee to see a manual swap
I’m glad you found me!!
Great videos bro! Love your style. Oh look, a squirrel! Lol! Oh look, super wheels on a Corolla! Back to driving. Yeah, I've got ADD too, I understand. 😜
Haha thank you! 😂
I got a 2003 ls430 with 225k and just got the dreaded knock sensor code . That’ll be this weekend d project .
I hope it went well!!
dope car man! Ive been lookin at the GS300 for a few months now. 430... would get it except im worried about mileage.
RED PAINT THOUGH?!?!?!?!?! I dig your channel AND RIDE and your commentary. But the RED ..................... nah man. This car (IN MY EXTREMLY HUMBLE POSITION) Needs "colours" like:
BLACK
WHITE
SILVER
TITANIUM
Even the Gold(ish) colour
---You know that Lexus colour SONIC TITANIUM?!!?!?
LOL thank you! This shade of red unfortunately wasn't the one I was going for haha, and since it was a relatively cheap and rusty car, I wanted to switch things up from the typical black and silver LOL
THIS CLEAN AS HELLLL
YESSSSS
Just bought one for a daily got it cheap $1000 bucks but it needed a engine talking about expensive but got one this would be my second GS first 400 last one was a 300 I always love the gs body style it's so timeless
They are so timeless!
Very nice... Tein actually offers coil overs for less than $600 and with Megan front/rear strut bars and you'll love it I promise.
I think I'm gonna look into Tein coils then!!
Amazing spec, the wheels fit nicely.
Much appreciated!! I love the wheels!
Looks like a fun car man! Looks great in that shade of red (on a budget) with the Yakima roof rack and deflector. A manual swap would be sweet. And the hot air intake sounds great! 🤣 Careful on those twisties!
I appreciate it!! I have so much fun with this on backroads haha
Nice intake. Have the same exact brand on my 6 speed manual Acura TL. My brother wound up buying a 2007 Ford Expedition extended version instead of the Lexus 😭 it's a good SUV for what he paid for it though. I'm just scared of the 5.4 spark plugs their known to break while removing them and they need to be replaced. Car looks great for a spray paint job. How much does it cost DIY?
You need some stiffer suspension in that to cut the time bruh
Hey Bern!! I love your Selena more than any car you have!!!
Ha thank you!
man you have immaculate taste
Thank you!!
Thanks for the video GS is just a beautiful vehicle
Im glad you enjoyed it 😁
Keep up the good work your videos are awesome.
Thank you!!
Awesome car... your knowledge and honesty come through strong. Definitely cool to see the joy exude through your pores every time you hear the music that Z motor sings.
✅Liked
✅Subbed
✌
Thank you!! Welcome aboard!
Beautiful gs430
Thank you!!
Wow Bern, nice colour on your car
Looks and sounds great!
Thank you!! 🤩
Love the paint and intake sound!!!
Thank you!!
Amazing spec, the wheels are cool
I appreciate that!
I have a 03 lexus gs430 and I'm blowing the efi fuse the 25amp can someone help me to fine out what's causing it
Damn this looks awesome! Wp Sir
Thank you!!
PlastiDip is an inexpensive way to paint your car without the high cost- and it’s peelable and protects the paint underneath. It’s also fun to experiment with different colors and Pearl coats.
Looks great! Love the red!
I appreciate it!!
Keep up the good work!
Thank you!
Which Lexus Wheels are these and which are the specs? Thanks
From the LS 430! They’re 18’s.
I got a used Aristo strut bar and changed by bottom triangle brace to a newer one and the body roll reduced quite a bit. Also check out ForwardMomentum on CZcams! He did a manual tranny swap in his GS400 - pretty much same thing and then slapped a super charger on it as well! Your GS color is nice bro!
Thank you man! I’ve watched his videos a lot hahaha
specs on roof rack? what do those numbers mean and how does it mount?? I wish you would have done a video on the roof rack install
Yakima has the GS info on their site! More detailed than how I could explain it haha
Hey did you sale the gs430??
I did!
picking up a garage kept 2003 gs430 so naturally i’ve watched all your vids on it. that said, i want to get a roof rack to throw my surfboard on top- how did you know the rack would fit? i cant find anything that says it’ll fit. how’d you do it and how do i find one that i know will fit? sick videos! earned a sub fer sure
Ahh nice! I used Yakima's website to figure out the right adapters for the GS. I found everything on ebay and marketplace
What's the name of that intake again?
Injen!
You ever get a check engine light from your intake setup?
Nope! Just from evap
Does the gs burn any oil? Or common oil leaks
I’ve not had any leaks but I’d check the valve cover gaskets for any seepage
Hey Bern! does your 245 45 18 tires rub at all? And more importantly is it still a comfortable ride with that size tire set up?
i have a 1998 lexus GS was wondering because I plan on installing 18'S with same size tires, Soooon
13:06 hehe we’ll see about that :)
LOL
I love your cars bro!
Thank you!!
Spray paint all the things
Yessss
Look into replacing that amp with the same type. Your system is great. Just make sure when you do buy your new head unit , you get the wiring kit for the amp (needs it for the older style). Speakers will need to be low impedance. You can do all this with out going straight for a subwoofer. Sound quality of these systems are close to being unmatched.
Good to know!! It would probably be a lot cheaper than replacing everything too LOL
i wish i had friends
We’ll be your friends
Did you install new brakes on Selena, Bern
I did! Stoptech front and rear pads
Did the intake reduce you’re gas mileage or low end torque?
If I drove normally, my MPG’s would probably be the same. I just now I want to listen to the intake more so the MPG’s are down because of my heavy foot 😂😂. Torque feels the same!
Oh god! Breathing mask! Paint dust!
16:07 Aww you're cute like that.😄
Haha
😢 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙢
4:07 PM Nobody puts roof racks on cars anymore, especially on a luxury Lexus sedan. Why did you buy this car? This car 🚗 is meant for customizing, not going to the forest for the outdoors. Aim for something lower.👎🏿👎🏾👎🏿👎🏾👎🏿👎🏾.
Sorry to dissapoint you with what I did with my car 🤷🏽♂️
@@BernonCars It doesn't matter if it's your car 🚗 or not, those cars are not meant for that.
@genepatrick5325 too bad so sad
Bruh ruined it😢
Thank you much 😇
If you’re thinking of a manual swap, check out @forward momentum’s YT.
Ahh yes I've seen his stuff!