Overview & Reviews

After a number of upgrades last year, the GS 300 enters 2002 unchanged.

• Silky engine, plenty of safety technology on-board, available Mark Levinson audio system, blend of luxury and sport.

User Reviews:

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  Still loving it - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By zeeshan - December 18 - 10:00 am

  It takes me 6 months to get bored of a new car. I have owned my GS (Sports Design) for over 2 years now and I am still enjoying it. That should say a lot about this car. No car is perfect. GS300 is very slow from 0 to 60 (over 8 seconds)by todays standards. I have the regular (not Mark Levinson) stereo which is so so, it has a small trunk size and the gas mileage is really bad. On the plus side, it has a very comfortable plush ride and build quality is great. Dealership (Stevens Creek Lexus) and after sales service is superb. For performance, BMW 530i might be a better choice. For reliability and comfort, GS is ahead.

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  almost perfect - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By djlink - July 9 - 10:00 am

  Even though this model has been around since 98 I still get nice comments quite often. The ride is fine for me, Im not throwing it around corners so the luxury is my priority. Switched to michelin pilots after 500 miles, goodyear tires were inferior. Only changes I would suggest are quite minor; 4-spoke wheel with radio controls and improved trunk hinges to avoid crushing luggage. Pretty minor items. Dealer service is just what you expect and more, Id be hard pressed to ever consider another make of car.

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  Lexus GS 300 is a good car - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By JJ - August 6 - 1:10 pm

  Bought it new in 02 for $39,500 and i still like it a lot. at 200k miles, it still runs quietly and smoothly. Ill get another one soon. A very few complaints and they are too minor to mention. Im in sales and its perfect for that. Dealer service is too expensive but if you can find an honest independent, go with that.

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  none - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By emschneider - October 29 - 4:20 am

  very enjoyable driving experience.the car is smooth and quite,with lively performance.it was delivered in perfect condition,not one flaw that i have found.

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  02 Lexus GS 300 Soldiers On - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By 2002 gs 300 - August 16 - 2:36 pm

  This has been a very good car for me, a salesman traveling around Ohio, Ky and Indiana. At 191,000 miles, it runs exactly as it did when I bought it new. I have one complaint-it uses a qt of oil abt every 1,400 miles in the last year, using full synthetic. I still get compliments on the millennium silver color and the light grey leather interior. The handling and acceleration are crisp, for the size of the car. A good value!

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  GS rocket - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By MY GS300 - August 13 - 1:33 am

  This, car is really a piece of art. Everything fits so well together, the only thing i wish i would have gotten is the 430 engine, it needs more powerrrr.

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  What a combination of luxury and fun! - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By mrd1 - August 8 - 10:00 am

  I bought a Lexus GS 300 Sport Design. What a wonderful car! I needed something larger and more civilized than the Corvette I previously drove, but also wanted a car that was tight and handled well. Although I wouldnt say the car was quick, the power is perfectly acceptable and top speed (140mph) demonstrates the car can move. Absolutely great on the highway. Youll feel great starting this car everyday. Features are excellent for the money, dealer experience was truly painless and like none I had previously experienced. I was considering a BMW but tired of the attitudes of sales staff. Lexus quality is also obvious.

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  Very Satisfied in SoCal - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By Mark Flannery - February 13 - 10:00 am

  I bought this car via the Internet from Lexus of Westminster, CA for their cost. The transaction was fast, businesslike and pain-free. After looking at the competition (Acura, Infiniti, BMW et al) I decided on the Lexus for its combination of style, reliability, performance, comfort and price. Although theres a few things Id change, Im quite satisfied with this car and expect to be even more so as time goes by. There have been no problems whatever during the first 8,000 miles.

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  OH MY GOD - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By tomGS300 - July 20 - 10:00 am

  I just purchased a GS300 Sport Edition and I love it. I test drove the A6 and the BMW 530I and while the 530 was fun to drive. The GS300 is equally as fun and has the extra cumfort and the Lexus interior. I LOVE the Navigation System and the Sterio is the best you can buy. Go get one today!

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  Lots of power - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By Nick - May 19 - 2:00 am

  I bought my car in September of 2002, and I love it, but it is almost impossible to drive in the snow. There is a traction control button, but it is basically worthless when you drive over 10 mph. I will probably sell it before next winter, but for those of you who have the fotune not to deal with snow, I highly recommend this car.