Used 2001 Lexus GS 300 Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Don't die before you drive a Lexus !
Tony, 06/16/2017
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Well, you can spend all your life time driving other cars and your life goes on , or you can drive a Lexus and every day you will be waiting for the moment you get in your Lexus to drive home after work- wow what a feeling being in a Lexus after a long day at work on a heavy traffic day- this is a meditation in a car, and you will be wondering why other drivers around you are yelling and stressed- because they don't drive a Lexus- look at any Lexus drivers around you and you will see them just enjoying being united with their Lexus. Its been stated multiple times that driving a Lexus is therapeutic, makes you wonder is it still a car? Try a 27 years old LS400 with 300K miles and you wont believe its a car- BMW and Mercedes must be worried, seriously- if you reading that review, get yourself a Lexus, PERIOD.
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6 months in, very happy
mrljacobs, 01/21/2012
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased my GS300 with 92,000 miles on it 6 months ago. So far I am very happy. Car is very nice, has great features, and has been problem free. When I purchased there was some rattling coming from near the right front tire. Took to mechanic, replaced front strut mounts, and rattle was taken care of. Cost me $350, but now I enjoy a smooth quiet ride. Average 22mpg, and get much better on long freeway drives. Will upgrade to LS430 in a few years.
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The quality Lexus experience
HC Barnes, 06/15/2007
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
My second Lexus. I had the first, a 1991 SC 300, for ten years. I bought the GS 300 as a certified used car with one year and 25,000 miles. I now have 124,000 miles on it and it still looks and drives like a brand new car. Service has not been that expensive considering the car and treatment has been perfect. Highway mileage consistently in mid 20s, not bad. I replaced the terrible OEM tires with Yokohama Avids and have been happy with the handling ever since, although the car will never stir the emotions on a visceral level. Bottom line: an ultra- high quality luxury car with competent, but not exciting handling.
Lexus G300 230,000
Philip, 04/13/2016
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought this car used. Had an accident that did NOT show up in Car Fax Report. None-the-less, I've had it since under 25,000 miles and it's run nearly flawless. Air conditioning went, wheel bearings on only one wheel (accident) but we figured that out and repaired it. Taking it to a quarter million.....
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driver108, 11/28/2011
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
At the price point, it can't be beat. 65K miles, one owner, $9K. The straight six is super smooth and the automatic shifts predictably and powerfully. The interior is very cush and the entire car has a very solid feel. It has very strong passing power, but could be faster 0-20. Also, the auto gets momentarily befuddled when shifting into 1st when coasting at around 5mph when you then hit the gas. If you want a car that is all about performance, the GS300 is not for you. However, if you want a comfortable ride, nice appointments, a smooth and powerful engine that gets to 110mph pretty fast, its a good choice. Average 25 mpg on the freeway
A great car to own
mylexgs300, 07/18/2011
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This my 3rd GS300, the previous being a '93 and an '00. When the opportunity came along to purchase this vehicle again, this time from my uncle, I couldn't resist. Besides, the normal routine maintenance, the car has required nothing bus gas. Its amazing to drive and feels like a pillow on the road. I can't see myself owning any other brand of car besides a Lexus.
Lexus-Finally Mine!
lhester, 03/08/2002
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car has been a treasure to drive. I've not had a bad time in it. The only downside is I couldn't afford the 8 cylinder GS430.
Something wicked this way comes
Longtime car guy, 07/21/2022
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I can still tell you where I was when I first saw the “Something wicked this way comes” television commercial for this car, that’s how much and how long I’ve liked this generation of the GS. I’m an eclectic car guy. I’ve had big sedans, sports-cars, trucks, etc you name it. I restore cars too. There’s currently a GT-350 sitting on one side to this car in our garage, and 3/4 pickup truck on the other, so I’m all over the place with what my friends call “the fleet”. And the fleet changes frequently. Over the last 20 years a lot of cars and trucks have come and gone, with one exception. This car. This is the best car I’ve ever owned. It’s had the entertainment system updated twice over the years, and the stock suspension has been replace with TEIN coilovers. That’s it. The rest is stock. Car currently has 160,000 miles on it and aside from the usual timing belt, water pump, oil, flushes, etc it’s never gone wrong. Moreover, it’s a kick to drive. It’s not fast, but it’s quick. It can carve up a canyon on a Sunday morning with the moonroof open or spend quiet effortless hours at 80 mph on a highway road trip. It’s at home everywhere. Yes, it’s been well taken care of and lived a garaged life. And there’s many reasons for that. It’s a great car. From the fantastic gauges, the wonderful RWD feel to the midsized (back in 2001 at least lol) usability, it’s a complete package. The styling wasn’t for everyone, and that’s okay. I love it. It’s why I bought it initially and one of the things that keeps it special to me. One of the ways i know it’s time to start looking for a new car is when I’ve stopped turning and looking back at the car when it’s parked in the parking lot at the grocery store. To this day, i still turn and smile when I drive this beautifully engineered and fun to drive car. A good one is hard to find anymore, but if you can find a well-maintained example, they aren’t very expensive anymore, $10k to $15k for a low mileage one, buy it. They’re wonderful cars.
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Old Faithful
AtlantaSpeeder, 07/17/2017
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've owned my GS 300 almost 7 years. It has been an extremely reliable car, and one of the most dependable cars I've ever owned in my whole life. Mine now has 112,600 miles on it. The interior quality is excellent; my car still looks relatively new and rather modern on the inside. Its a little bit cramped in the cabin--especially if you're tall. Its almost like driving a roller coaster seat--very snug and tight. This car is really ideal for people under 5'8". I have one of the less common models that features a GPS system, which was rare in 2001. STILL WORKS, although getting an update can be tricky for such an old system. Performance is not super fast, but this car hugs the road. Body roll is nonexistent in this thing. Exterior appearance still turns heads. This body still is 20 years old, but its still striking. The engine is a gladiator. Premium fuel is required so its not a gas saver at all, and that's one of the car's few cons. Consistent, predictable, and absolutely reliable. If you get one that's been taken care of, it'll be hard for you to ever consider selling it.
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My GS
JimS, 12/28/2009
2001 Lexus GS 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have been driving my 01 GS for 3 months now. The car drives so well and so comfortable that I have been driving really slow so I can enjoy spending more time driving.