2000 Lexus GS 300 Review
Price Estimate: $371 - $602

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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Powerful engines, plenty of safety technology on-board, available Mark Levinson audio system, great blend of luxury and sport.
Cons
- Overdone styling, gauges wash out in direct sunlight, no manual transmission, navigation system bundled with controls that work better with knobs and buttons.
What’s new
The GS 300 gets a new BrakeAssist system and child seat-anchor brackets. The GS 300 is certified as a low-emission vehicle. Crystal White and Millennium Silver Metallic replace Diamond White Pearl and Alpine Silver Metallic.
Edmunds says
A sedan to consider if you can't decide which you like more, luxury or sport.
For sale nearby
4 listings
- $11,400
- 117,636 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 17 City / 23 Hwy MPG
- Wernet Enterprises (233 mi away)
- All leather seats
- Keyless Entry
- Heated Mirrors
- Power seats
- Security System
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Located in Inver Grove Heights, MN
THIS IS A VERY RARE 2000 LEXUS GS300! AND THE ONLY ONE IN THE USA LIKE THIS ONE PERIOD!!! WE JUST AQIUIRED IT TODAY , WITH ALL OPTIONS ON IT AND 117,5...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
19 Combined MPG (17 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JT8BD68S1Y0093739
Stock: 093739
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-14-2025 - 85,287 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 17 City / 23 Hwy MPG
- Class Trading (1,221 mi away)
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Located in Linden, NJ
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
19 Combined MPG (17 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JT8BD68S1Y0085608
Stock: ct200100
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Vehicle overview
Looking to create the ultimate sport sedan in both price and performance, Lexus redesigned the GS 300 in 1998 and came up with a truly exceptional car. This is one model that can hang with the best Europe has to offer.
A distinctive quad-headlight design sweeps back into the hood and fenders in much the same manner as Mercedes' E-Class cars. Short front and rear overhangs give the GS a sporty look, and tidy hindquarters with creative rear taillights keep this car from blending in with the rest of today's high-line sport sedans.
The appearance of the car is supported by a powerful drivetrain. The GS 300 uses a 3.0-liter, inline six engine that develops 225 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 200 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm. The engine use variable valve timing (called VVT-i) to promote additional power and fuel efficiency. A five-speed automatic is the only transmission available.
The Lexus' roomy cabin provides the driver and front-seat occupant with excellent visibility and room to stretch out. An impressive 44 inches of legroom and 58 inches of shoulder room accommodates the long-limbed and broad-shouldered in the front seat. Rear-seat passengers don't fare as well, however, and get only 34.3 inches of legroom. Luxury touches include a standard dual-zone climate control, a power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, and all of the other power goodies typically found on luxury cars. Popular options include a Nakamichi premium sound system and a GPS-based navigation system that uses touch-screen controls.
Both models come standard with Vehicle Skid Control, which is a system that employs the sensors, actuators and computer electronics of the antilock braking and traction control systems to help reduce vehicle skids caused by understeer or oversteer conditions. ABS, front and side airbags, and traction control are all standard.
As with other vehicles in the Lexus line, road feel and absolute sportiness take a back seat to pure luxury and refinement. BMW's 5 Series offers a bit more fun, and the Mercedes E-Class has, well, the Mercedes emblem on the hood. But for all-around, everyday living with rock-solid reliability, you can't beat the GS series, especially if price is a consideration.
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$202/mo for GS 300 Base
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$164/mo
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Lexus GS 300 Owner Reviews
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Best car ever
5 out of 5 starsrpin, 07/22/2010
2000 Lexus GS 300 Base 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
I'm writing this to help all that are looking to purchase this car, I have a gs with 183.000 miles and still feels like a car with at least 70.000, this car has never giving me problems is extremely reliable and possibly the best car I have ever own, fun to drive, and with the aftermarket suspension that I put on it, it feels more sporty than ever.
Great Car, Love it!
5 out of 5 starsGreat Car, 08/11/2010
2000 Lexus GS 300 Base 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
I bought this car used with 85k last month, great for a 10 year old car. It is truly a wonderful car. I immediately changed oil, front rotors, front pads, rear pads and rear rotors(all were original). I have put about 3k miles in about month. This car rides like its brand new. This is definitely a keeper. If you can a find one with good miles, you cant go wrong. I checked all the … review sights prior to buying. No one believes it's 10 years old when I tell them. It looks and rides great.
Love my Lexus!
4.88 out of 5 starsmissy, 11/17/2009
2000 Lexus GS 300 Base 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
I purchased my car used in June of 2009 with about 123k miles. The previous owner already changed the timing belt and water pump. The dealer gave me an old change and new front brakes. I had to replace the contacts on the starter (about $85 including labor), flushed the transmission, new spark plugs & replaced some engine seals. I didn't do all this work at once though. I expected to … do a little maintenance since it was a used car.
BEST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED!!
4.88 out of 5 starsclublexusgs300, 04/22/2014
2000 Lexus GS 300 Base 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
i bought this car a year ago with 150k on it. i did a royal purple synthetic oil change along with royal purple trans fluid. This CAR IS AMAZING. The 3.0 v6 will get up pretty quick if you have it switched to the power mode. The car is extremely comfortable with plenty of space to put stuff. For as big and roomy as the car is you wouldn't know while driving, it feels like a fun little … sports car, and the shift in the transmission is almost not even noticeable. i now have almost 200k and it looks and feels like it has under 100kI put someHID headlights& led tail lights and put some nice wheels and tires on it and it turns heads. This is the best car that i have ever owned.
2000 GS 300 Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $37,805 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 19 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $202/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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