You can find 2013-2015 Lexus GS 350's for under 20k, even less if you don't mind some miles on it. Test drove one recently and honestly was surprised at how nice it was. Definitely doesn't look or feel like a 10 year old car. Plan on replacing my '09 corolla with this car once I've saved enough.
8:50 I thought I was the only one who thought the 3.5 V6 sounded similar to the old Alfa Romeo engines like an Alfa 75 3.0 V6. Good to hear you can notice a similarity as well! I have a 2010 IS350 F Sport in Ultra Sonic Blue that I love. I fitted a Tsudo SP2 axleback, F Sport airbox and exhart intake with sound tube which brings out the growl much more. I didn't want it to sound loud just deepen the overall tone more which I am pleased to say it does. Great video by the way informative and fun review!
@racr2687 I am so glad someone else hears it too. I sort of thought I was crazy lmao. I'd love to hear one that is modified like yours. These have a nice sound to them. Thanks for showing your support!
been in your boat for about a year after test driving a 2013 gs350 with the tan interior (non fsport) and was hooked! i have recently purchased a 2014 gs350 fsport.
@@sleeperlex I'm with you. I've driven a few of the 8 speed and they struggle to find a gear sometimes. The 6 speed is more decisive and never feels weird like the 8 does. More gears is not automatically better.
I daily a 2015 gs350 with the 6 speed auto, I love it although the only gripes I have with it is the price of 93 octane, and no apple carplay however I ordered a module. Drives and responds great with 110k miles tho it needs to get the carbon cleaned out.
@toned_ambience1512 Premium is annoying but it's the standard for this segment unfortunately. Happy to hear a higher mileage one doing well, although I'd bet you can double that and still not have any major issues.
You can find 2013-2015 Lexus GS 350's for under 20k, even less if you don't mind some miles on it. Test drove one recently and honestly was surprised at how nice it was. Definitely doesn't look or feel like a 10 year old car. Plan on replacing my '09 corolla with this car once I've saved enough.
@@parmpreetgill8205 I share the same opinion. Lexus is sort of unknown or slept on compared to the European brands.
Just picked one up 2 months ago for 17k . They're out there but you gotta search everywhere
8:50 I thought I was the only one who thought the 3.5 V6 sounded similar to the old Alfa Romeo engines like an Alfa 75 3.0 V6. Good to hear you can notice a similarity as well! I have a 2010 IS350 F Sport in Ultra Sonic Blue that I love. I fitted a Tsudo SP2 axleback, F Sport airbox and exhart intake with sound tube which brings out the growl much more. I didn't want it to sound loud just deepen the overall tone more which I am pleased to say it does. Great video by the way informative and fun review!
@racr2687 I am so glad someone else hears it too. I sort of thought I was crazy lmao.
I'd love to hear one that is modified like yours. These have a nice sound to them. Thanks for showing your support!
Been salivating for a few weeks knowing that in a few more months Instead of watching videos on this car, I will be driving one.
@@MrAddidas2 I know the feeling. That's exciting!
been in your boat for about a year after test driving a 2013 gs350 with the tan interior (non fsport) and was hooked! i have recently purchased a 2014 gs350 fsport.
Anyone else drive the 6 speed and find it more natural and responsive than the 8 speed in these cars? I definitely did.
@gforcecoons5857 The 6 speed feels a little more mechanical. Definitely not more responsive, though. The 8 is much faster and less slushy.
I’ve owned both and can confirm the 6 speed is more responsive and has faster acceleration. The 2013 6 speed comes with a shorter gear ratio.
@@sleeperlex I'm with you. I've driven a few of the 8 speed and they struggle to find a gear sometimes. The 6 speed is more decisive and never feels weird like the 8 does. More gears is not automatically better.
Yes the 8 speed has longer gear ratio and its detuned
@@sleeperlexis the induction noise there in the sports luxury too?
All f sports of this gen have Adaptive Variable suspension so it does trick you into the car feeling more tight and smaller.
I have a 2017, put down 80k+ miles and still runs like first day i got out of dealership what the hell LOL
Is it normal if I floor the gas pedal on sport+ mode and it takes a min for it to react?
@@jjgamer7485 That is how this one was, so I'd say yes.
Oh okay what about a whining noise when you accelerate is that normal?
my son 19years old bought the same car as you tested,, i'm so jalous.. i prefer this car to my IS350 2014... next one for sure for me.. GSF for me!!
If I wasn’t a tuner I would’ve bought this instead of my a6
@@jpecc8314 Ha, tune one of these!
@@M-t3chbro it’s NA there isn’t much to do unless you wanna spend a shit ton
try the GSF you will shocked 👍🏻👍🏻
That is what the owner said!
I daily a 2015 gs350 with the 6 speed auto, I love it although the only gripes I have with it is the price of 93 octane, and no apple carplay however I ordered a module. Drives and responds great with 110k miles tho it needs to get the carbon cleaned out.
@toned_ambience1512 Premium is annoying but it's the standard for this segment unfortunately.
Happy to hear a higher mileage one doing well, although I'd bet you can double that and still not have any major issues.
@@M-t3ch oh yea, Im expecting it to reach 250k miles. I’m gonna be keeping it for a long time.
@@toned_ambience1512 Great car to keep an long time!
Why does it have carbon buildup? Have you been using top tier gasoline?
@little123456788 It's a direct injected engine. Anything with direct injection tends to have more carbon build-up.
we can get used Lexus GS's for not so expensive. i'd get it if the fuel wasn't so bad but eh
I guess fuel economy is relative. I find most cars hangout in the 20s, especially this size. They are a bargain though!
@@M-t3ch Oh it is relative. I am a prius and camry hybrid lover so you can see why i can call it that
@hariranormal5584 Ha yup. You are on top for mpg. Camry hybrids are awesome. Best daily driver to do everything imo.
There is however one thing Alfa and Lexus do not have in common 😂
For real 🤣
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