Review
I been driving a 2008 Lexus GS300 for past 6 months.

This is a timeless looking car that does not look awkward parked beside the latest 5-series and E-class.

Engine performance is fantastic with instant power at every slight step of my foot. Gear shifts are smooth except for the 1st 2 gears, which I suspect could be isolated to my car only as I bought it used.

Handling for a car of this wheelbase and width is not that good though acceptable. Suspension is obviously designed for comfort rather than hard driving. Cabin insulation is superb.

Cabin is extremely comfortable with powerful dual zone aircon and plush factory leather seats. All-in-one touch screen control for aircon, car info and audio looks cool at first, but you'll soon realise its a hazard to use when driving.

What I like
- Timeless looks
- Engine performance
- Cabin insulation
- Powerful aircon
- Plush cabin

What I do not like
- Yellow positional lights are too big.
- Unnecessary features such as heated seats and a "snow" mode
- Boot release button is not sensitive enough
- Wipers cannot prop up fully
- Huge rear hump on the floor of the back passengers (is bigger than other RWD cars)
- Fuel consumption of about 8km/L

Review
Bought this car as 2nd-hand.

With over 200 horses on tap, I seldom go above 3K RPM.
Interior finishing is very high quality, and does not deteriorate with time. Features are very advanced given that this car launched in 2008. HID, touch screen, memory seats, etc.

Only let down is the handling is not fantastic. Would expect better given the engine power.

What I like
- interior finishing
- good engine power
- ergonomic design
- advanced features

What I do not like
- poor handling
- FC is below 10km/L

Review
Its a Toyota and very very reliable. Owned the car for two years, spent on improving the handling with roll bars, coils and stagger tyre set up. Just like any Toyota, the Lexus will not fail you. The price is quite steep when new but the pre-owns are bound to be value for money. Steering is extremely light especially on the original wheels.

The shape is unique till the Teena came up with a similar option. In terms of its class, you will probably not be able to find similar features. A very easy car to drive without maintenance headaches.

What I like
The seats, lasting leather, 6.5 years but still looks like brand new. The quiet engine and the multi auto stuff the car has. Deep trunk and keyless entry.

What I do not like
Not one of the best handling machines with a light steering. For a 3 litre, it should have more power.

Review
I have been driving vehicle for the past 20 months or so and I have just parted company with her. So, I thought I would like to share a few words with my fellow readers here.

Generally, this is a great car as you can see from the stars rating that I gives. Look or design wise, I still find this car sporty looking and I really don't understand why some reviews say that the GS's design is outdated. Maybe I am wrong, but I find the GS's profile is quite similar to the Jaguar XF and the Audi A5 Sportsback. These two cars came into the market at a much later date than the GS. So, why nobody complains that the XF and the A5 Sportsback's design is outdated?

The interior of the GS is what anyone may expect from a luxury sedan - good grade leather seats, various road holding/stability devices, adaptive lightings, etc...

The engine is the sweetest part of the car. Rated at 245 bhp, it is power-on-demand. Needless to say, the engine is quiet and the cabin insulation is fantastic. Driving enthusiats may not find this silence an attraction.

At times of writing this, I have just changed my GS to a Audi Q5. Why? Not that I don't like the car, but I just want to drive a different type of vehicle after 20 months.

What I like
1. Command a strong presence.
2. Quiet and powerful engine.
3. Creature comforts.
4. Fantastic sales and after-sales service. They really make you feel good and treat you very decently.

What I do not like
Not much, but just find it a little too tame when sometimes I am in a mood to drive the car hard. It is like a Lear jet, not a F-15SG.

Review
My dad wanted an executive car to replace his old year 2000 BMW 5 series. I accompanied my dad to test drive several cars in this segment, and also tried the wheel for some of them. We tried many popular makes (eg, BMW 5 series, Audi A6, Jag XF), and the lexus GS300 stood out from those driven so far. The only 180,000 dollar car with a 3.0L engine, you can truly feel the engine's power while riding in the car. The ride is lovely and cushy for passengers, although compromising handling, but this is acceptable for a luxury car. The steerng also feels numb at times. Materials and furnishings are of high quality, and the car's insulation is soooo goooood, no words can describe the level of silence in the car.
However, I haven't tried the new 2009 Mercedes Benz E-class. Will the aging GS300 hold up against the new adversary?

What I like
Very hushed engine
Powerful engine
Very quiet cabin
Very smooth ride
Very intuitive in-car touchscreen system
Lexus reliability should be good
Heated seats are nice, with perforated leather
Good price!

What I do not like
No GPS
Handling not very good- understeer if turned sharply (but the advantage is the smooth ride)
Numb steering
Aging design

Review
Overall its a very good car.

What I like
Handling
Comfort
Power

What I do not like
Not Much..
After all still a Japanese Made Sedan...