1998 Lexus GS400 review from North America
"Love my GS400"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Since I bought the car, I could hear all the bumps on the road. Replaced worn out front passenger's side lower ball joint. I can still hear the thuds over bumps. I have to take it back to the dealer.
The steering wheel tilt switch sometimes does not work.
Stereo jumps sometimes.
As far as I am concerned, I will get all of them fixed.
Lexus leather quality sucks.
General comments?
Very fast car for a 4 door sedan. According to Wikipedia and some other sites, it produces 300 HP, does 0-60 mph in around 5.4 seconds to 5.7 seconds. The car engine is smooth.
Nakamichi stereo sounds awesome when it doesn't skip.
This car needs good roads, which are rare in Canada. I just can't avoid potholes and bumps here. Ruins the car's bushings on control arms.
I only look at the good qualities of this car. After all, it is a used car. I have to fix all the problems and get it working like new to enjoy it for a few years. Gas consumption is very good for a V8.
My kids love it. It has all the luxuries of a fine car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2010 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2010 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0L V8 Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 175000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 184000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Lexus SC400 |
| Date of Entry | 1st March, 2010 |