The 2nd Gen Lexus GS is an Under-Appreciated 2000's Sport Sedan!
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Күн бұрынThese early model Lexus' seem like the pinnacle of Lexus Luxury to me. They most certainly don't make them like they used to! The GS 430 does not disappoint. Any GS will make you happy!
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0:00 - Intro
0:36 - History of the GS
5:57 - Spec of my GS
7:30 - What comes with the 430?
9:25 - Tour
17:59 - An Interesting Factoid
18:52 - Drive!
24:38 - Maintanance
25:50 - Closing
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@travisstamp7428 2 жыл бұрын
I subscribed at "the fuck was that noise??". Lmao. Its probably just a dirty window felt.
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha thank you 😂 Ahh yeah I’m gonna try to spray some window cleaner or something down there
@noelr1010 Жыл бұрын
Lol he was formal and professional throughout the whole video, that threw me off
@Druze_Tito Жыл бұрын
@@noelr1010 this is not school to be formal Who needs that? We need informative yet funny video
@noelr1010 Жыл бұрын
@@Druze_Tito lmao I agree, it was just unexpected, that's all
@Druze_Tito Жыл бұрын
@@noelr1010 I know, Jim
@blan3378 3 ай бұрын
Owned a 2000 Lexus GS 300. Sold it to my cousin cheap in 2012 and he kept it for 10 years. Best car ever!!
@BernonCars 3 ай бұрын
Nice!! They're so dope
@samaccurso 2 жыл бұрын
My everyday driver for past 9 yrs. is my 98' Lexus GS400. I now have 205k miles, & by far best car I've ever owned!!
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
That’s great!! I hope to keep mine for a long time too!
@rosstaboss 2 ай бұрын
400 is the best 2nd gen GS imo between the 300, 400, and 430. 400 gets better gas mileage than the 300, and the 400 also has the manumatic gear shifters in steering wheel whereas 430 does not. Also, the throttle was changed on the 430 it’s kind of laggy in comparison to the 400
@flyxguy956 Ай бұрын
@@rosstabosshow does a V8 get better MPG than a V6?
@rosstaboss Ай бұрын
@@flyxguy956 by good design and engineering. The difference is minimal, though. If you look at the manual, it will say slightly better city mileage in the V8. If you actually drive both of them in practical application in everyday life, the 300 has to work harder to get the car up to speed, burns a lot more in the city mileage. Also, there is no V6 GS300, it’s inline 6.
@flyxguy956 Ай бұрын
@@rosstaboss thanks for the reply, I never see the 400s for sale but I’ll wait patiently on the sidelines. I’m just looking for a daily I can slide once in a while.
@notav6134 Жыл бұрын
I have a 98 gs400 and trust me the throttle response from the cable make it better than a 430 and also only the 400 came with button shifters on the steering wheel and I still use them today
@noelr1010 Жыл бұрын
I've owned 6 of these beauties since 2007, including a GS400 I just picked up today! It's in my favorite color Cinnabar Red, and I'll be swapping in a black interior (saddle or black are the only way to go, tan looks ugly). Already have all the exterior 01+ upgrades. It was my dream car back in 07 and is still my favorite sedan of all time. GS 4 life!
@MyKeeP81 Жыл бұрын
my 98 black with tan leather interior gs 400 is the only way i would spec that car. black on black not a fan
@JPon400 Жыл бұрын
Mine is triple black, black isf wheels, black interior, black leather and I replaced all the grey with black and wrapped the pillars in black velour. Looks great with the woodgrain upgraded steering wheel. I may look for saddle interior now.
@noelr1010 Жыл бұрын
@@MyKeeP81 To each their own. Black looks more modern and luxurious IMO. I have 2 complete mint tan interiors in the garage lol.
@noelr1010 Жыл бұрын
@@JPon400 Black wood wheel and wood ashtray make a big difference. Im looking for a GS400 wood wheel but the only one that fits is the 03 Sport design. I want to keep E-shift and plug and play airbag.
@JPon400 Жыл бұрын
@@noelr1010 Yeah I def need that
@muchosa1 9 ай бұрын
I had a 1999 GS400 for 21 years. Loved it.
@BernonCars 8 ай бұрын
Nice!!
@NorEastBeast Ай бұрын
Good for you bud..and now you don't. That sucks. Sorry to hear. Maybe again some day...Probably not. Damn. That's too bad.
@trmeriwether1216 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, I own a GS400 and every time I drive it I have a good time . I'm still puzzled at how cheap they are considering it is a rear wheel drive V8 from Toyota.
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yeah this car really makes me feel youthful again, even though I’m only 20 LOL. The Volvo’s I had in the past made me feel so old lol
@tony64t 2 жыл бұрын
It's official, Toyota doesn't need a separate brand to sell its higher-end models anymore. After having read your comment, it made me wonder if Toyota hadn't eclipsed Lexus as a brand of quality and luxury cars?.
@imnotusingmyrealname4566 Жыл бұрын
@@tony64t Well these were sold as Toyota Aristo in Japan so you're not wrong. They even had the 2JZ-GTE!
@SP00TNIC Жыл бұрын
@@tony64t Lexus mark is only for US market in Japan its just a Toyota
@MattPark-vp2ud Жыл бұрын
theyre getting pricey
@Ultra-Collector Жыл бұрын
I just bagged mine and it’s the most gorgeous car i’ve ever seen dumped on the ground! I’m literally selling my first new car,i’ve been building for 20 years! A 99 Honda Prelude,Over 200 Trophy wins and i don’t even want to drive her anymore!
@Trapeznaci 2 жыл бұрын
Another gs430 owner here from 🇬🇧! I love it! Still better than alot of modern day cars 👍
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
You’ve got that right!
@anthonybelton-ford3124 Жыл бұрын
Nice, how reliable has it been?
@cleanerhustle9969 Жыл бұрын
It’s sick af and comfortable
@RobsToys813 2 жыл бұрын
Did you say 12.9 for the 1/4 mile time??? Try 14.7 - awesome video and I love the GS
@resdes213 Жыл бұрын
It’s actually 14 seconds flat
@michaelsilveira3495 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2000 gs300 black on black by far the very nicest riding and most reliable car I’ve ever had. Love this car and the way toyota takes care of their customers
@michaelpena7325 9 күн бұрын
My daily since 2007; Burnished Gold 2002 GS430 - 230000+ and still running strong. A joy to drive.
@BernonCars 4 күн бұрын
Sweeeett!
@KawasakiKid520 11 ай бұрын
I daily drive a very rare 2003 GS430 in factory burgundy! 135k original miles clean title! I love it.
@BernonCars 11 ай бұрын
Mint!!!
@emailreceived7842 2 жыл бұрын
Love this video! Especially your piece on the history of the GS 🙏🏿👍🏿👏🏿👏🏿
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I love learning about these cars!!
@infidel900rr 2 жыл бұрын
Great review - I've been recently wanting one of these as a project car ... Thanks for confirming all my thoughts about why it might be an awesome next ride. 👍
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
I’m happy to hear it helped! I love mine
@NorEastBeast Ай бұрын
Great video and excellent deliver on subject. Thanks for sharing man. I appreciate your craft.
@BernonCars Ай бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate that!
@brucegibbens8175 Жыл бұрын
I’ve owned Lexus’ since 1998, and Toyotas since 1984. My only complaints are the low horsepower and lack of a totally manual shifter. I LOVE my ‘06 GS 430 that I purchased new with 58 miles, and currently have a little over 180k. I don’t plan to ever get rid out it. With reference to fuel mileage, the faster it’s driven, the higher the gas mileage. At 85 or more, it averages 24/25. The car still really drives great. My desire for high horsepower and a manual shift has me considering a Cadillac CT5V Blackwing, but their limited production will probably have me settling for the LC 500. And I’m still going to keep my GS.
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Yeah man, I really wish I could have a manual GS haha
@gabegarcia7779 Жыл бұрын
I have an 06 gs430 with 240k miles and I had an Ls430 before with 350k+ miles …. Great cars
@bretmelton7116 3 ай бұрын
I enjoyed your review a lot. I like the details discussed at a very specific level. You nailed it.
@BernonCars 3 ай бұрын
Much appreciated!
@rookietoprobuildz 2 жыл бұрын
Love this detailed video, great work fam 💯
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you bro!
@andrewtang2602 Жыл бұрын
I daily a 2GS and it has been amazing. It is so smooth and worry free. I also drove it across America without any issues. It is such an underrated car.
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
I can’t wait to take mine on more trips!
@michaelsilveira3495 Жыл бұрын
I can relate it pretty much everything anybody is saying here I have a 2000 GS 300 black on black it is by far the finest car I have ever had is reliable easy to work on and doesn’t need much maintenance I do oil changes air filters clean it Keep the leather conditioned and it still rides as good as it did when it was new got 141,000 miles on it. I have no intention of letting it go I’ve looked at new cars they are just not built this nice any longer too much plastic, I also have a 93SC 400 and that is an amazing piece of engineering understated these cars are going up in value they just don’t make them like this any longer 4 liter V8 that smooth and reliable transmission same drivetrain is the same as the LS 400 they did it right they took Mercedes-Benz and BMW on for a good ride. Even Benz and BMW are not the same as it used to be. They’ve keeping them up quite a bit also, and are not nearly as reliable.
@B8V86SPD Жыл бұрын
Under appreciated is right! It took me a while to find a good review on it since I’ve been researching them and your video was very helpful
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@maliknolan5711 2 жыл бұрын
KEEP UP THE CONTENT LOVE THE 2ND GEN GS'S 😍👏👌
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@AirRideFanatic 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice and mostly 100% accurate ...the zero to sixty is closer to 6 specs than 5. And no N/A GS430 is capable of 12's in the quarter mile. (And a stock C5 Vette is BARELY capable of 13's, as well) But thank you for the vid bro. It was very enjoyable to watch - I liked your whole vid
@RayFanful Жыл бұрын
12s from a stock gs430 isnt gonna happen.
@tobyhills7257 7 ай бұрын
Right lmao
@camster318 7 ай бұрын
New subscriber here keep the content coming as your videos and information are fantastic and enjoyable to watch
@BernonCars 7 ай бұрын
Welcome!! Thank you much!
@MontyJ804 Жыл бұрын
Loved the video man job well done. I drive a '97 Toyota Aristo and love this platform. DMV 4 life!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Hell yeah!!
@bobbyantrobus1805 2 жыл бұрын
I've been wanting this car for years. Subscribed.
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome!!
@AlexM-mr8of Жыл бұрын
Beautiful car. Had a ‘99 GS300, which I wish I still had. In mine, the grove on the top right of the glove box housed an extra 6-CD changer, so you could keep an extra 6 discs in a separate changer ready to be popped into the player. This was great on long road trips. Congrats on owning a clean GS, hope you keep it for a very long time!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Very good thank you sir!
@EPYes Жыл бұрын
This channel will be tremendous ! Absolute Pro 😎
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@GroupBEJ25 Жыл бұрын
Great review. I am picking up a 09 GS350 next weekend and today just test driving it felt great and smooth. Lexus makes great cars!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Those 3rd gens are sweeeet!!! Enjoy it!
@GroupBEJ25 Жыл бұрын
@@BernonCars most welcome. Yes can’t wait to see how it goes.
@mmedley9894 Жыл бұрын
Excellent breakdown. I love my 2 430s!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I love mine too!
@hectik1 9 ай бұрын
I'm was thinking about buying one, this video convinced me. I found one for sale for 2k. The owner just has is sitting in the drive way so I made an offer and they said yes.
@BernonCars 9 ай бұрын
Helll yeahh, they’re great cars. Go for it!
@Niaps7 Жыл бұрын
Great car , I owned gs400 for 8 years, great car - bulletproof engine transmission , nice quality interior only weakness was abs and brakes! I was crying when I was selling it . If I could I would keep it !
@jkr3008 Жыл бұрын
Probably, the best GS body and for sure the best Toyota engine of all time. Had different kinds of GS & LS bodies and now am owning a GS430 like yours. It's a bit more "sporty" in comparison with LS430, but the engine feels similar.
@gabegarcia7779 Жыл бұрын
This one and the third gen are the best
@jkr3008 Жыл бұрын
@@gabegarcia7779 third gen is absolutely beautiful, but has problems
@JonathanLittle001 Жыл бұрын
Thats because its the same 4.3l v8
@jaydee8926 Жыл бұрын
I like the 1st gen the most. Definitely a stunning design, imho. They look real sleek and JDM, with Italian influence as well, (Giugiaro designed it). Too bad there was no 5MT, and no LSD, from Lexus. That would have been a fun cruiser. 1st-gens are rare as hell to see nowadays.
@jkr3008 Жыл бұрын
@@jaydee8926 the first gen is definitely a gem
@Charlie_Tea Жыл бұрын
This GS was the first Lexus I've ever seen up close and personal back in 2002. It was my friends mom's car and since seeing it. I made a promise to myself that my first car will be a Lexus GS. Ended up getting the 2014 GS350 F-Sport back in 2017 as my first car.
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Nice thats one helluva first car!
@Charlie_Tea Жыл бұрын
@@BernonCars never thought that I'd get a dream car as my first. FYI I've never seen or even knew the 2014 GS350 F-Sport existed
@BlxckSoL Жыл бұрын
i was crackin up at how you went from a really professional demeanor describing the car all the way up until 16:09 lmfaooo! Great review!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Hahaha gotta keep it real LOLL, thank you!
@ravipeiris4388 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the historical context you gave in the beginning of your video. Cannot for your channel to exponentially grow, Ravi Peiris M.D.
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@stretchlong6001 11 ай бұрын
Awesome review, well done.
@BernonCars 11 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@Stormtrooper_98Trd 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful proportions all around great find
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Indeed thank you sir!
@Stormtrooper_98Trd 2 жыл бұрын
@@BernonCars you're welcome
@AlanForde-CheyneMS Жыл бұрын
My1st gen is approaching 300k miles, up here in Toronto you don't see the 1st gen anymore and maybe there are 2 or 3 2nd gen GS sightings per year....both generations yes are underappreciated.....the LS 400 got all the attention
@archivegarage7638 Жыл бұрын
Great video, you are a good presenter, considering a GS 430 or 540i
@barneyruckus 2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to seeing the full resto. I have two of these, an ‘01 and an ‘03. One was wrecked last year and I’m still swapping parts from old to the new cause some parts were in better condition on the ‘01. I second your choice of LS wheels. Those are dope and fit the styling of the 2nd Gen GS better than the new wheels.
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m very excited for spring. Yup I got the LS wheels already!! They look so good
@thomastran1728 Жыл бұрын
Very good review 👍👍👍Thank you
@kenyatta932 2 ай бұрын
Nice review brother
@BernonCars Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@johnconnor2402 Жыл бұрын
The amount of work and the production you put into these videos is astounding. Your presentation skills are top notch. I'm proud to say I was a subscriber when you only had 14k subs when your channel eventually blows up and you get famous.
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
That means a lot, thank you!
@Druze_Tito Жыл бұрын
Great review! Thanks
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mr. Schrute
@Druze_Tito Жыл бұрын
@@BernonCars you are welcome dear The Office fan :)
@Marx.cuhhhh 9 ай бұрын
Wish yours had the stock chrome 17’s on still but dam bro those gs350 wheels clean
@techny1549 9 ай бұрын
Had it brand new this car still POPS! We are buying these classics from this GS 400 to Acura Legends (GS Edition) it was some era with this car especially in NYC.
@BernonCars 9 ай бұрын
Nothing like them!!!
@techny1549 9 ай бұрын
@@BernonCars Outright! Mint! 🤝
@jjvigilante 4 ай бұрын
I love this car, especially in this color and interior design, have lots of childhood memories, and always remember good past times.
@BernonCars 4 ай бұрын
Yeah man I totally agree!
@potaijee 2 жыл бұрын
I look forward to the comparisons between the LS430 of the same era!
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
I’m excited to film them!
@floyd27860 Жыл бұрын
There's a Honda Accord V6 next to me. You know what's gonna happen! MY MAN 🤣💪🏿
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
😂😂
@noelsaw Жыл бұрын
I personally would keep the factory head unit to keep it mint. I think there’s a hack to tap into the head unit to make a line in. When I bought my SC, the previous owners figured it out.
@d.o.nmuzic3802 Жыл бұрын
I have this same model. I love it! I’m a few miles from 300k, and this thing still Moves! I love driving it. The only thing I don’t like is the navigation unit. It’s annoying lol. So I would love to see what you find doing your research for a new head unit. So if you can, please do a video on the head unit options you find. Thank you 🙏🏾
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Still figuring it out! This is the first car that I've had to do months of research on harnesses and such LOL
@astonmarjo Жыл бұрын
Hello, I actually installed an android 10.1 with detachable screen for security in my gs300 and it's pretty awesome. I added an extra 2tb hard drive so it stores everything from files to movies and enough music 🎶 to last until Christ comes back.😁 Also using the factory amp but upgraded to speakers to separates front/ rear.
@damilolaakanni Жыл бұрын
0:58 still on the subject, the ES is the Windom, the LX is the Land Cruiser Cygnet (same as the other Land Cruisers but for the front end), and the GX is the Land Cruiser Prado (not the 4runner, although they are somewhat related). Also, the RX is the Harrier.
@brucerussell1355 2 жыл бұрын
actually dude. the wood steering wheel was a $1500 option in 01 according to my window sticker for my gs430. $52,000 total. love this car. and, it was faster than my 86 944 turbo. sold it and got a 2005 sc430. roll on man. ridin' in style. i wish i had your black interior.
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Oh shit! Interesting. Ohh yeah I love mine!! SC is hella nice too!
@grid212 Жыл бұрын
Such a great review, the GS was never on my radar and after such a well informed review it is now. I have the LS430 with the same engine and always thought about buying an SC, now maybe a GS?
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you! You kinda get the best of both worlds with the GS!
@meissnerflux Жыл бұрын
Yea the old SC is nice ( bacially a supra) if you like spirited driving. However it's very difficult to find an SC that has not been trashed and/or ghetto'd out. GS vs LS depends on your driving habits/preferences.
@EnemyAC130_Above 8 ай бұрын
I been riding GS since day 1 fresh outta high school. I just bought an SC this year. Looking to boost my GS sooner than later!
@BernonCars 8 ай бұрын
Hell yeah!
@AlanForde-CheyneMS Жыл бұрын
your Gs is clean!!! Take care of her
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@Flakofunds 6 ай бұрын
I subscribed after, “theres a v6 honda accord next to me, yk whats finna happen” 🤣
@BernonCars 6 ай бұрын
Lmaoo hell yeah!! 🤣🤣
@willyhwang1059 Жыл бұрын
i have a 98 GS400 in silver and black. great car. over 330,000kms. i also had a 95 GS300 the first gen. the rear lights treatment simply gorgeous
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@floyd27860 Жыл бұрын
Excellent review dude. I was going to get one years ago, but got a Cadillac DTS instead. Strictly for the V8. GS was a close 2nd choice
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you! DTS is a nice car!! Smooth
@Kev27RS 25 күн бұрын
Brilliant cars! The second gen. GS isn’t a "2000s sedan" though. It’s a product from the 90s! The third gen. of the GS is a "2000s sedan"! Cheers 🙂
@eddiethetruhead Жыл бұрын
Your GS is dope Bro. Nice review.👍 Proud owner of a silver 2000 LS400 up here in Canada. Same wood grain steering wheel as yours and I agree, you definitely feel like a pimp when you’re grippin that wood 🪵😆. I met an old guy with a white 2001 GS430 only 70000 kms last year. Barely drives it. Left my contact info with him in case he ever wants to sell. Still hope to hear from him someday. Peace to all the Lexus lovers worldwide.🌎
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you bro! I love it so much.. Ouuu those 400's are so nice. White 430's are hard to find! Beautiful!
@cameronfell4415 Жыл бұрын
When you opened your door and I saw the wood on Black leather 😍😍😍😍
@deniswauchope3788 17 күн бұрын
Very nice review, and it looks like you've got a keeper! I'm in the market for a GS now, undecided between the GS300/350 or the GS400 series. Apparently all use premium gas & I've heard that the gas mileage isn't all that great, but there's only about a 1mpg difference between the 6's and the 8's. Might as well go for more power then, but I'm really looking for more comfort. All these Lexus' seem to be supremely comfortable, which my convertible just isn't. Now to find one that's had some love in the past & has a good price tag!
@BernonCars 4 күн бұрын
Thank you! Yeah they're suuuucch nice cars. I ended up selling mine because I wanted something sportier, and then ended up buying a truck 😂
@evmikewilliams9021 Жыл бұрын
We didn't get the first generation GS in Australia but the 2nd generation was the first series sold here, but only with 2JZ GE and only auto. If all things go well, I'm going to be looking to buy one soon
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
You’ll enjoy it! So smooth
@abeastrules Жыл бұрын
I have a 2002 GS430 and I brought it in 2003 as a demo model with model with full warranty. Only used the warranty once to replace the entertainment section. Without warranty would have been $6K back then. But nothing but good things to say about it. I dropped it about 2 inches and did a cold air intake and Borla exhaust. I’ve babied the car and have 160k on it and I could right now go in the garage and take it across country without any worries. I’ve met others with their GS and they had 300k miles on them. You can drive this car to the moon and back. It will keep going. I hope you enjoy your GS as much as I do.
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
I love mine! I can't wait to fix my head unit issues haha
@joeseeking3572 Жыл бұрын
Cool ride - I still think it's a desirable car. And they bring decent money (for the age and what it is) even high miles, a testament initial and continuing quality. I'd say it's a good deal. (Couple years ago almost bought a GS350 F Sport, just didn't have enough power - so I went German - but I'll bet I've paid for it over the years!)
@drakedun8087 2 жыл бұрын
One thing I noticed you didn’t mention is that there’s actually a third layer to the trunk, underneath the plastic one, I thought I was missing a spare when I got mine, but I realized that there was another pocket underneath the plastic one, and in that pocket was my spare. Not sure if you knew this or not, but figured I’d share!
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Ohh yeah haha I just wasn’t able to lift it with one hand in the video 😅. So nice that I can fit a full size spare down there!
@FiveMissiles 2 жыл бұрын
this is awesome
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@andrewvillanueva3722 Жыл бұрын
I love those gs 430!!!!
@gedas1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks great video! I am going for LS then as i usually need to fit 3bodies in the trunk 😂
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Hell yeah! 😂
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Update! I found LS wheels! The 2016 GS wheels are sold, and the stock chrome wheels are sold too. Thanks guys 😅
@kari9856 2 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Looking for a gs 300 2005-2010 right now. Driven rx 300 but dont luke the expensive air suspension.
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@bradb8844 Жыл бұрын
Great cars , pity we never got the gs400 here in Australia
@ppg19782 9 ай бұрын
On 2023 what year on this vehicle would you recommend to buy? Appreciate your input 👍 Great reviews on your Lexus cars. 😎👍
@BernonCars 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! I would go for a 2001-2005 GS, they’re all good, but I like the updated platform
@ppg19782 9 ай бұрын
@@BernonCars 😎👍
@Maplecook 8 ай бұрын
I own an SC400, a 97 Celica, and a (still minty condition) 1991 Honda Civic. All three have throttle cables. In the past, I also owned a 2004 Toyota Sienna. I can say with all my heart: drive by wire throttles are straight garbage. It's the main reason I no longer have the Sienna, and decided to go back to the older models.
@BernonCars 8 ай бұрын
I absolutely agree!
@HookerGaming Жыл бұрын
That Intro tho!
@kevinwashington7311 Жыл бұрын
Also, you have the best combo in my opinion...black on black
@astonmarjo Жыл бұрын
Never driven a gs400 but my gs300 is absolutely a blast. Yes only 225hp but it's very snappy and in perfect shape. Looking at a gs400 right now. I'd like to have both.🏁🏁🏁🏁👌
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Such good sedans
@derrickjackson3133 10 ай бұрын
Cool video, I'm in the process of buying a new car? The gs is at the top of my list.🎉
@BernonCars 10 ай бұрын
Good choice!
@figmo7494 Жыл бұрын
I like you! Subbed!!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@b0baphat249 Жыл бұрын
I currently daily drive a 22 supra 3.0 painstakingly , while it is the best bang for the buck for performance but in terms of practicality though, its quite horrendous which is a reason why i decided to look into 4 door sedans as my business requires me to haul stuff and people around. My minimum requirement was that what ever the car i get, it must be *rwd* as Im one of those guys whom feel like driving a corolla or any other econosh!t box is equivalent to slowly and painfully killing your soul, so performance is a must for me and i finally landed in the debate between a 02 ls430 or 03/06 gs 430 / 460, and oh boy this channel and the videos are everything i wanted to as i was researching for my current purchase. Ive made up my mind, gs gang it is. Thank you for taking your time in compiling and presenting all the most valuable info.
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
I’m happy you found me then!! Plenty more 00’s Lexus content to come!
@Swaggerjuice Жыл бұрын
I pretty much got the same GS430 as you besides mine being 2004, mine is also silver, black leather interior, same orange walnut wood interior. Where did you get those floor mats? Awesome video!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Ahh nice. Thank you! The mats actually came with the car, haha
@JonathanLittle001 Жыл бұрын
X pipe, 2.75" exhuast.... heaven. I need another one of these
@fatalsupremacy 2 жыл бұрын
The edit @4:46 - that 90s red camry just vanishes lol
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
LOL shit I didn’t even notice that 💀
@fatalsupremacy 2 жыл бұрын
@@BernonCars all good. keep up the great content and love the love for these older cars.
@tony64t 2 жыл бұрын
Another excellent review of a car that I've always been interested in. We seem to have the same taste in cars, as I too prefer the GS and SC v8s over the i6s. I wish you'd have elaborated on the differences of the mechanical throttle vs the electronic. Wondering if you're speaking from personal experience?
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Mechanical throttle is just more reliable and more responsive in my experience!
@imnotusingmyrealname4566 Жыл бұрын
Would you say the same thing if the I6 were the same engine as in the Supra, the 2JZ-GTE?
@tony64t Жыл бұрын
@@imnotusingmyrealname4566 Yes, because in this application, a luxurious sedan, the higher revving six cylinder motor from the Supra is perfect for its intended purposes. However, given the choice between the two in a four door luxury sedan, I'm choosing the V8 all day!
@imnotusingmyrealname4566 Жыл бұрын
@@tony64t I absolutely get it, and for the luxury sedan experience I would also choose the V8!
@bern.romulus 2 жыл бұрын
THE BEST!
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
THE BEST!
@rayl1152 Жыл бұрын
Lexus officially quoted the 2nd gen GS430 0-60 in 5.8 seconds and the 1/4 mile in mid 14 second range verified by a few car magazines.
@Coffeendonuts 11 ай бұрын
I had a 98 gs with a twin turbo set up. Ran 10s with an otherwise pretty much stock engine.
@pavlokraievskyi2391 Жыл бұрын
3rd Gen ES300 did offer Nakamichi sound and real wood inlays. Everything but power steering column
@lunisce Жыл бұрын
nice video!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Jakeking20 2 жыл бұрын
You earned my Subscription, how close would you say the Ls430 handles compared to a Gs430?
@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Hmm. The GS definitely feels smaller and more nimble. Better on fast, tight corners. The LS still handles really well but I chose the GS because it handles better on the roads I like to have fun on
@antoxin93 Жыл бұрын
I am surprised how many people never mentioned that the first gen GS is huge. I believe it is even larger than an LS, at over 5 meters long.
@theofficialytwhytee 7 ай бұрын
What’s a better engine for the early model year gs 300-400 cars. The 2jz or the v8? Extremely new to the Lexus brand
@BernonCars 7 ай бұрын
Both are good motors! I personally like the GS 400 more, stock for stock. GS 300 is slow as hell 😂
@860lars6 Жыл бұрын
My 03 GS300 does have the wood steering wheel. But, it is the Sport Design
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Ahhh that’s why. Nice spec!
@tsvetoslavivanchev4014 Жыл бұрын
Great video! What wheel size are you using? The car seems a bit lifted.
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It’s on stock suspension but 18in wheels
@mmedley9894 Жыл бұрын
10" subwoofer in back that kicks ass!!
@harris4778 Жыл бұрын
Hey Bern, what are your cameras and audio setup like please? They look and sound good!
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Sony A6300 and Rode Wireless Go!
@jbm0866 Жыл бұрын
Blast from the past in the best way possible! Cars like this will never be made again unless we're talking some ultra expensive boutique, small volume car...that won't be as reliable brand new as a 24 year old GS..no joke. Love your car dude, anyone who buys one of these things in 2022 really knows cars and appreciated old school Japanese build quality and fanatical attention to detail. These old Japanese cars are full of fun little surprises..some you don't discover for years after purchase😅
@BernonCars Жыл бұрын
Right! They really don’t make em like they used to
@dalexander7037 Жыл бұрын
Hey Bern! does your 245 45 18 tires rub at all? And more importantly is it still a comfortable ride with that size tire set up? i have a 1998 lexus GS was wondering because I plan on installing 18'S with same size tires, Soooon
@tonynguyen6735 Жыл бұрын
That spot to the right of the CD changer in the glovebox is a spot to store extra 6-disc CD magazines. Or you can use it to store other miscellaneous stuff. Also, these vehicles are picky when it comes to Knock sensor replacement. Do the job once with OEM Denso knock sensors. Aftermarket brands may trip the CEL after all that labor!
@paladain55 Жыл бұрын
The 3UZFE in your car is basically the same as the 1UZFE VVTi in the gs400. Confusing how the extra displacement doesn't do much. Also 1uz,2uz,3uz are very similar but 1uz and 3uz are the same block besides the displacement.
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