In performance testing, the rear-drive GS 350 was timed from a standstill to 60 mph in just 5.7 seconds, the same time as the V8-equipped GS 430. Even with this kind of power, the EPA-estimated gas mileage comes in at a very respectable 19 mpg city and 27 mpg on the highway.
Standard luxury-oriented equipment to be found on used 350 models include such features as leather upholstery, driver and front passenger memory settings, a moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, xenon HID headlamps, Bluetooth, 17-inch wheels, and a ten-speaker CD audio system.
Used models can also be found with upscale optional features such as adaptive cruise control, DVD navigation, a Mark Levinson surround-sound audio system, a rearview camera and a number of different wheel and tire upgrades.
Standard safety features found in used GS 350 models include antilock brakes (ABS) with brake assist, front seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, traction control and stability control. In addition, some 2008 and newer GS models can be found with optional run-flat tires, adaptive front lighting and Lexus' Pre-Collision accident preparedness system with adaptive cruise control.
In crash testing, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the Lexus GS 350 its top-ranked "Good" rating for both frontal and side-impact collision protection.
And once inside, and true to what you'd expect from a Lexus, the GS 350 cabin is luxurious and comfortable, consisting of high-grade as well as solidly-built materials.
Overall, we believe the Lexus GS 350 makes an excellent luxury sedan choice as a used car purchase, and often at a better price than many of its European rivals. And we can suggest two ways to help you save when buying one.
Can we help you when searching for a Lexus GS 350?
ONE: We're always on the lookout for the nicest used Lexus GS 350 models for sale at the Dealer-Only auctions we attend ... and we can purchase one specifically for you.
We can buy any make or model at significant discounts to retail ... and then pass most of these savings right back to you. Here's where to learn more about our unique, money-saving, and very simple Auto Buying Service.
TWO:
You can go to Public Car Auctions in your own geographic area ... no license required. While this will take some additional time and effort on your part, there are indeed some truly excellent opportunities for those who shop these events.
Here's an article with additional information on locating these auctions and the key issues in using them to your advantage: Find A GS 350 At Your Local Open-To-The-Public Car Auctions.
Also ...
If you're interested in a "Brand New" Lexus GS 350: People swear by the interesting method in this article on how to get the absolute lowest price on a new Lexus GS 350, especially given the current slow economic environment.
