Lexus GS (2005 - 2011) 450h 3.5 2008 4d CVT Auto (Leather) (2009/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Executive type who enjoys refinement and comfort over sporty driving.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

All liked the refinement and comfort.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes but not at the list price, far too high at the moment.

What are you likely to buy next?

Jaguar XF.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£29,600

When did you buy the car?

October 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Special deal on new pre-registered cars. I understand the cars were originally destined for Ireland but due to recession brought to UK as sales in Ireland were very poor and new 2010 model was due.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Special deal on the car bringing it to within my price range.

What was the dealer like?

Excellent

What's it like to drive?

Far better than suggested in reviews, if you want to drive hard and fast then the sports setting on tightens the handling so no wallow and speeds up gear changes. Very rapid acceleration under all conditions. Needs winter tyres as heavy and rear wheel drive so has very little grip on snow on summer tyres.

What's it like to park?

Parking sensors all around and rear camera so a doddle.

Have you had any problems with the car?

A rear brake caliper seized after three year and two alloy wheels were replaced under warranty.

What's most practical about your car?

Foot operated handbrake.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats.