Used 2017 Lexus GS 350 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2017 GS 350, so we've included reviews for other years of the GS 350 since its last redesign.
The Importance of Being GS
Gerald Gutierrez, 09/18/2017
2016 Lexus GS 350 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
Ideally designed as a conservative, red-state, luxury performance car, the AWD GS 350 looks modest in every direction one approaches it, that is until you put it into drive. Then, any notion of modesty slips off, the sports-mode turns up the heat in red, and you leave the ordinary playlist of luxury sports cars behind. It eats Jaguars and Maseratis like so much breakfast cereals. It impales BMWs and Mercedes Benz of similar class like Count Vlad of of Transylvania. And it does so with minimalist effort, as though dropping off the kids uniforms at the cleaners.Nothing about this car speaks of its great style and handling better than owning one and driving and driving and driving. The only drawback is that it is a beast in sheep's clothing. Never knew that gas could be consumed so quickly, by such a fuel efficient engine. But, test drive it. You'll see what I mean.
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Reliable, fast, great looking!
Nick Wade, 06/16/2019
2015 Lexus GS 350 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
I had a BMW 7 Series in the past and was apprehensive about buying used luxury. Found my 2015 GS 350 F-Sport w 33k miles on it and it was certified. Long warranty gave me piece of mind. When I drove it I was hooked. I read enough to know how much a difference the F-Sport would make. So glad I did. The car in Sport + mode is a totally different car. You can feel the shocks, engine and the handling difference. The engine blitzes from 45 mph to over 100 so fast! I know it's not a V8 but in F-Sport you dont feel the need for a V8. Being ale to go from absolute luxury to a sports car with a twist of the wrist is sweet. Some people complain about the nav interface, it's not the most user-friendly but I don't mind it. The best thing is knowing that Lexus' last a long time. My BMW 7 was in and out of the shop so much I loathed the car and almost gave it away. If you buy a Lexus, invest in the F-Sport! You wont regret it. If you want a headache, buy German.
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Happiness on Wheels
J. West, 06/16/2019
2015 Lexus GS 350 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
I'm a huge Lexus fan! My first experience with the brand started at age 11 when my aunt purchased her 2001 Lexus ES300. I still remember seeing it in my grandmother's driveway when she came to visit at a family function - Black with tan interior, moon roof, 6 disc cd changer, and those interesting wheel design. I was a car fanatic and one can argue that this experience put me on a path towards Lexus ownership. I used to accompany her to the dealership during maintenance time and leave with 3 or 4 brochures for all of the models. My favorite was always the LX..and the GS. Primarily because they were still pretty rare. The brand was known for reliability, comfort, value, and safe styling. --- fast forward a few years, in 2012 I got my first Lexus! A 1999 ES300! This was a great car but I craved more performance, so in 2015 I purchased my first GS! A very well maintained (100k mile) 2006 GS430, V8!, Red with Tan interior, V8! heated/cooled seats, GPS, reverse camera, parking sensors, 18-inch wheels, adjustable sports suspension, keyless entry, V8! sport mode for the extra get up and go, RWD, rear shade, and did I that amazing V8 growl!? The quality was top notch, it was a good look for a young professional as I'd started my first business and felt I deserved an upgrade. After a long day I really enjoyed the commute back home. I enjoyed the safety as well -- my wife basically took the vehicle from me, she looked better in it, plus I knew our two children were safe. --- my review will be written from the perspective of a previous GS owner upgrading to a newer model. By 2018, we'd moved to Nashville, I traveled across town often and new grew tiring of the fuel economy so I my wife utilized the vehicle more and more, it went through quite a few sets of tires, and at 150k+ miles it was time for an upgrade. So for my birthday in June 2018, I went to my Lexus of Nashville dealer with a simple request -- a GS350 F-sport with a red interior. (I must pause to mention the Lexus dealership experience is a big part of Lexus ownership -- they are like family, extremely knowledgable, very dependable and a joy to talk to when you're on site -- I still pick up brochures for other models.) With that said, I picked up a certified pre-owned Lexus GS350 f-sport AWD, 30k miles - Atomic Silver over red (Cabernet), the huge infotainment screen, beautiful crafter interior, superbly comfortable/adjustable seats, f-sport package, heated steering wheel, plus all of the other Lexus features I'd grown accustom to. From the moment I set eyes on it I was in love, amazed that this was my life. Although, I got the L Certified pre-owned designation, I still debate about this to myself as I am a big believer in Lexus reliability so I wonder if the extra cash was worth it, regardless, the experience has been amazing/uneventful as I've had it for one year now. It fits in well at cars & coffee meets, plus the wife really enjoys it. Compared to my GS430, I do wish that the sport mode and controls to make the suspension firmer could be seperate to make it a more effortless driving experience. However, I think this is where the car challenges you -- reminding you that driving can be an art form if done properly. I read complaints about the infotainment/mouse controls but it's actually very simple to use, and is a major upgrade compared to the 430. Plus, the hvac controls are easy to access, playing music via bluetooth is seamless, I'm not sure what everyone is doing to get so upset with it but I don't interact with it that often -- setting destinations in the GPS takes a little patience but that's life, although sometimes I use my phone, no biggie. I do not like the space between the wheel and fender caused by the AWD system, I've thought about coil overs to lower it, but again no big deal, I just think other automakers integrate it better. Lexus did not do anything amazing with the technology in this one compared to other automakers, but I think future pre-owned buyers may appreciate them not taking any major risks here. The driving experience is amazing, good for long cruises out of state or short trips to the store, at any moment I can go from enjoying a nice cruise to punishing a Mustang -- effortlessly, and quickly/safely slowing down when nearing law enforcement. (haha) All in all, my experience with the 2015 GS350 f-sport AWD has been amazing!!! I 100% recommend it to everyone seeking to make a statement or seeking to reward themselves, it's a stylish, easy/inexpensive to own/operate/maintain - I only have to spend on fuel and carwashes/tire-shine, the LCert covers all other maintenance for now. Hopefully this helps your research and you can go pick up the car you've been watching before someone else does!
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consider the half life
Mr. Dave, 12/24/2019
2015 Lexus GS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
A few years ago I bought my wife a 2015 GS 350 - Certified Pre Owned. I think that this is a great way to go. The car had around 30,000 miles on it and due to the CPO program it came with several free services. I paid around $30,000 out the door. My wife is not a car enthusiast - she likes a car that is reliable, luxurious and isolated, and she likes a good dealer experience. I think that this is the perfect car for her. Previously, she owned a 2008 Infiniti M35 and then a 2012 Volvo S60. I have owned a Mercedes SLK230 and a BMW 335i. In my experience, a lot of German cars tend to start having issues around 80,000 miles, which is when I tend to get rid of them. However, this Lexus should have no problem going to 160-200k miles with almost no problems. It has been my experience that once a car starts having problems they just keep happening. So if you think about comparing this GS350 to a German car (Audi, BMW, Mercedes), I think it is fair to say that you will get 50-100% more "reliable usage" out of this car. So if you look at it that way, buying a 3 year old Lexus is a lot like buying a brand new german car for half the price. Now I would be the first person to admit that the Germans make a car that is more fun to drive. However, I think that for a person looking to own a car until it is 7-10 years old, this Lexus will be dramatically cheaper than its competitors, especially if you buy a CPO car.
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new 2016 GS 350 F Sport + Safety Package
toyboy, 02/26/2017
2016 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Really fun to drive. Love the F Sport Instrumentation. Like the adaptive cruise and lane keeping. Extremely comfortable front seats and quality of finish and materials is outstanding. Feel like I got a good price since it was a new 2016 at $8000 discount from list. Only one with this equipment I could find. Had wanted a used LS but could not find one with the safety features. Decided to buy this and consider new LS coming out in the fall at a later date.
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