Inspirity

Welcome to the LOC!!! I have the car as you (1998 GS300SE). Only had it for 2 weeks. Best car I've ever driven/owned. You've made a great choice. Well done, and enjoy!!!!

Your both right!!! I'm getting about 22.5 today. I've never actually needed to use the Power ECT or the D-4 mode yet. Power seems to be plentiful and the car just goes whenever I want it to. Think I need more quality time with the car. :winky: Cheers.

Thanks for that guys. I've already booked my car back in, 4 weeks from now. I've got 3 months warranty so will have the Door sensors replaced. I'll see if I can sort the tension part out tomorrow. I'm getting on averge 21.4 mpg (mines the Mark II.) And yes Stu, it does bloomin hurt!!!! Cheers.

Having waited for nearly 2 weeks, at last it is here!!! Unfortunately there were still a few things that needed doing, so have booked the car back in 4 weeks from now. The Sat/Nav was still security locked, so took it to Lexus Chester. They were all so polite. Took my keys, came back 5 minutes later, said "All done." Didn't charge me. Fantastic service!!!!! On the way home encountered a Silver GS (same colour as mine), let it over take me. The lucky sod was driving a 430!!!!! Was it one of you guys?? Friday,M56,1pm?? After 2 days with the car, here's what I think. Performance: Outstanding for such a big car. Standing start acceleration is tremendous. Mid-range pull is strong. Feels better then the Sunny GTI I had. Ride: Very good. Not as good as the BMW 5, but still very good. Handling: Excellent. Huge amount of grip whilst cornering fast. Good feedback from the steering wheel. The GS feels very light to drive. Interior/Exterior: Build Quality, equipment, ergonomics is amongst the best. Although BMW 5 still feels a bit more solid. Verdict: If anyone reading this is contemplating on whether to buy a GS, then DON'T!!! Just buy it!!!!! I love this car to bits!!! Right, with that over and done with I now need a bit of help from you guys. What bulb do I use for the boot, as there wasn't a bulb or a cover? When I open the either of the rear doors, the interior light doesn't come on. Is this normal? The boot lid has fallen on my head twice now, it just feels very, very loose, as if there's no spring to hold it open. Is this normal? When is the group buy the Lexus Mats? I'm using the ones from my Nissan Sunny!!! Cheers. Many thanks.

Welcome to the LOC Michael, Picking my GS300 up on Friday. It has been a very,very long 10 days!!! Enjoy your motor!!!!!

Thanks everyone for your welcome and info!!!! Must say that you guy's are a friendly bunch. I haven't actually got the car yet. It's at present being serviced, chips on the paintwork repaired, cambelt changed, rear parking sensor repaired and the Sat/Nav unlocked. Will get the car next Tuesday. Still have a week to wait. Dipstick - I was wondering if you know whether the sat/nav screen shows info on temperature, air ventilation, mpg etc ......??? Again I must thank everyone for making everything so welcoming!!! Cheers!!!!! Inspirity

Hi all, I'm totally new to the club and the forum and to the concept that is Lexus. My wife has a BMW 523SE auto, which although has one the the best rides and is very refined, drove like a beached walrus. The steering is heavy and it needed a lot more power. So, with a twist of fate (cutting the long story short), I traded my K-reg Nissan Sunny GTi for an R-reg (1998) GS300 SE mark II with Sat/Nav. It's done 60000 miles, has full service history, 3 previous owners. Paid £10999. My Nissan was worth £700. Was this a good deal? Drives like a dream, so much punch from the 3 litre and so,so light and easy to drive compared to the BM. I was just wondering how reliable the 300 is. Japanese cars tend to be more reliable, but does this hold true for the 300? Ayway, thanks in advance. Inspirity