Used 1994 Lexus GS 300 Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Most Dependable Car I've Ever Owned
Have never had any major problems with car. Has outlasted every car I have ever owned. Drives and rides better than much newer vehicles I currently own.
Lexury
Owned 7 years and it's my favorite car ever. I've spent more, but enjoyed less. Always 20+MPG, lots of top end speed, and comfortable. It won't beat anybody racing to the end of the block, but at highway speeds it has legs. Had to make a 180 mile one-way trip to deliver emergency bio-medical supplies, and when I returned home I got a call that the parts were wrong and would I please make another trip. No problem. Went to a movie that night with my daughter, and I drove! My spouse keeps hinting that it's time to get a new car, but I'm resisting.
Great Car
We bought this car used, with 36,000 miles--now have 99,000 on it. This is a high quality car showing some interior wear but performing and performing without problems. Only brakes and tires have been needed beyond regular maintenance items. We love it!
Goodbye to an old firend
Folks, I just sold my 1994 Lexus GS300 and I felt compelled to say something about how wonderful this car has been. I bought it in 1997 as Lexus Certified Pre-Owned vehicle and it has served me well these past 8+ year. There is no doubt in my mind that this is one of the best vehicles ever produced for mass consumption on the planet. Rock-solid reliability, great styling, and longevity are the high points. I'm convinced the straight-6 will run forever. Performance (although not bad) and rear seat room are lows. All in all, I would do this again in a heart beat. If you're considering this vehicle, buy it and enjoy for many years to come. Categorically the best car I have ever owned.
Mod it!
For you idiots who read this, I just want to say that this car has potential with that 2JZ engine. Do a JDM swap if ya'll are crying about power because there is a way to twin turbo it. Plus, if you want to NIP out the car, there are plenty of modifications for it, even making it 6 speed manual tranny if you like. The engine has been tested to push out with hp in the 900 range. Its too easy, you do the MATH!
Not that reliable
I bought this car with 130 miles now it has 175 and it's given me problems, water pump replaced, radiator, fix the timing, brakes, tires, 2 window motors, major transmission problem, check engine light is on. Since I had this car it's been parked a couple of times for 2 to 5 months at a time. It's hard to fix and expensive too. By the way we do change the oil often and try to keep up with it. This car cost us $6.200 but with all the repairs we done to it cost us well over $10.000
I LOVE this car!!
After 215000 miles this car still runs like a champ. I will definitely go with Lexus again. Yes, it is expensive on repairs, but worth it in longevity.
Will Miss My Dear GS300
I just said fair well to my dear gs300. I didnt have it that long,maybe a little over one year. The car gave me issues but the previous owner didnt take good care of it. I bought it for 1400 and had to put 3000 of work into it,ever penny was worth it. I loved driving it! I loved the design of the interior and exterior. Even though there were some issues under the hood my dear gs never left me stranded. If you have one of these,take good care of it, I will miss this car! Excellent vehicle!!! kudos toyota/lexus
Lex the Best
It has an Inline- 6 Engine that keeps the car moving nicely, the design both in and out that does not age so quickly. We live out on a very rough and hilly road, but our Lex climbs it with ease. The power button is very nice, along with all of the other little extras that a join the car. There is a winter mode for the wipers, an automatic steering wheel that gets out of your way , auto- air-conditioning, a rear light failure warning light, auto headlights and many more to kept this car comprisable to new cars. The car is very quite, and has sufficient legroom. Its almost like its in control of the road which makes it a joy to ride in.
Only Italian designedToyota is beautiful
The only Italian designed Toyota product is miles better looking than anything else from Toyota.... ever!
GS 300
Smooth and reliable...Lexus Quality reigns supreme!!!!1
STILL RUNNING
I BOUGHT THE CAR ABOUT 4 YEARS AGO WITH 50K, AND I CURRENTLY HAVE AN UNBELIEVABLE 175K miles on it and I haven't experienced any major problems under the hood.
Built to Last!
Bought 2 years old w/30,000 mi., owned now for 7 years. Now has 171,000 miles. Other than not starting due to battery outage, it has never stopped on me once. This car is built to last. It's 10 years old, but the design still looks stylish. We are now shopping for a new car and this car causes our expectations to be high. Find one that's well maintained and you won't be disappointed. We've only had 2 problems with the interior ever - cup holder (awful design) and the rear pass. window.
GS-- luxury--king
I have owned my 94gs 300 since feb. 96. My car has 293,000. This is the #1 car ever built based on quality,luxury,driver fatigue in long distance,value for dollar,fuel economy and repairs,very low maintenance,complete with a ultra smooth inline 6-engine pioneered by europeans. The car was manufactured in Tahara Japan at a factory cost of roughly $32000 and a selling price of41,500. you tell me the best car ever made period!!!Mine still drives better than $25000 2005 with less repairs.Heck the brakes on this car last 50000 miles and thats using them need I say more.
Awesome Car!!!
This car is the best I've ever owned. Has never failed to start or broken down ever. It's pretty much maintenance free and still drives and rides like a new car. Still looks pretty good too, just has the old body style. It's 13 years old now and has 140k miles so we've been looking around for a new car. The surprising thing is that even the new cars we've been test driving do not ride and drive as good as this one. Have definitely decided we should buy another Lexus if we can find one we can afford.
22 years old when sold
Lexus is the epitome of elegance, reliability, class, comfort and a joy to drive. It is supremely quiet, always reliable and if you're in a tight traffic pinch just kick off the overdrive and you're up to 80 in seconds. Bye, bye, traffic jam, only lights fading in your rear view mirror. I've had my Lexus GS 300 since 1994 and still love it. I'm only now considering another Lexus. I'll never deviate from the best. Who would? After changing lifestyle, lots of interstate travel with my 3 little dogs, I bought another Lexus. This time it's an RX 350. It's larger than I'm accustomed to but it's beautiful, gets satisfactory 22 miles per gallon. But, I do miss my GS 300 and am considering downsizing to a sedan again, most likely a hybrid Lexus or Prius. Why did I sell? In addition to needing a larger car at the time, I took my GS 300 in to a different factory certified repair shop for an oil change and service. What a car killing mistake! They said they found multiple problems, which I seriously doubt, allegedly replaced multiple gaskets and hoses totally more than $2,000. Afterward, my beloved car ran horribly, made loud noises, was rough. I took it back and they said they forgot to attach a hose and couldn't find supports for the engine which they had removed. I was so deeply disappointed that I sold the car with all the records intact. Lesson learned: If you find a great shop and mechanic you trust, don't deviate, even if you have to travel 100 miles to your home town which I should have done. Lexus is my go-to brand and it is doubtful I will ever change even if tariffs are out of reach.
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Thanks Lexus!
This has been such a tremendous vehicle for us. The reliability has been tremendous. It goes and goes without a complaint. I purchased the vehicle used with 40K miles on it and a have driven it another 50K miles over the last 6 years. Very comfortable vehicle.