Lexus GS 1993

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Would have been quite good value if it had been as reliable as expected

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Replacement ABS computer and failed suspension components make it expensive

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not very inspiring handling

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very quick in a straight line

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Bought for the supposed reliability, but my Renaults have been much better

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not up to BMW or Merc standard

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor ride quality and not particularly spacious

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Will someone please steal it!

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Servicing not a problem just reliability

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Occasional problem where engine would flood on starting. Engine best part of car though

    Other

    Strange noises ABS box. Known problem to dealers that they go wrong at less than 100k miles so should be a recall on this item. List price for repair was £2,000. Now suspension problems at 110k miles.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No