Used 2002 Lexus GS 430 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2002 GS 430, so we've included reviews for other years of the GS 430 since its last redesign.
The Best One Yet
Iceman, 03/27/2010
2001 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
I stopped buying new cars year ago. I now buy well maintained luxury/sports car and pay cash for them and drive them for 3-4 years. This Lexus is a must buy. It has the smoothness, class and reliability of the Lexus brand. It also has excellent power, great creature comforts and exceeds most performance expectations. I call my car Jekyll & Hyde as it has a split personality. It will pamper you in luxury but will also drop the hammer when you want. The steering tightens up at speed and the car becomes firmer and responsive especially when you press the sport shift button for the transmission. Find a well maintained one and buy it. These are great cars and cheap to own.
Best Used Performance Sedan Value
Brad, 07/07/2009
2001 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I bought a "high mileage" used 2001 GS 430 5 months ago with 140,000 miles. I've owned a wide variety of sports cars, trucks, and sedans over the years- both new and used. This Lexus is one of the best. For tens of thousands less than a comparable new sports sedan- this car is an absolute bargain. It was dealer maintained by the previous owners- but still, this car is tight all around. It's VERY fast with the 300hp V8. I get compliments on it from friends and strangers alike. I have had zero issues with this car- runs perfect. I smile when I see 5-series BMW's now- this car is a steal compared to the German sedans. If you're in the market for a used sports sedan- you can't beat GS430.
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Best car I've ever owned!!!!
Sean, 07/19/2006
2002 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car brings a perpetual smile to my face every time I drive it. Took me several months to find a late-model GS 430 that was well-maintained - can't afford a new one. I'd much rather buy a 4-year-old Lexus than a new car any day. Used to have an LS 400, and while it was a great car too, it was almost too refined to be fun to drive. The GS 430 is all about driving excitement if you ask me. The GS 430 has a great balance between sportiness and comfort. It filters out harsh road noise and vibration, while letting you know that it has 300+HP under the hood. Works well for my family with two carseats in the back. The Z-rated tires are pricey and wear out quickly so budget for tires!
The mad lexus
hogpile, 03/19/2002
2001 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
As tame and humble as it may seem. This beast hungers for excitement. It's hard to be a consertive driver in this quite machine. Handling ride and upmost performance doesn't capture the far reaching words needed to describe the experance of the GS430. It wants to go and I do let it loose on occasion. It's cool knowing you can kick a punk driving a 5.0 Mustang in the dust.
Fun and well engineered
EastonBob, 12/26/2007
2001 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is my second Lexus in the GS line. I purchased this model for the more powerfull engine and reliability. The car drives very well as a sporty vehicle and equally as well as a touring sedan. The power is incredible with excellent pick up for passing or highway driving.