1999 Lexus GS Reviews, Pricing & Specs

$37,800 to $46,000

Original MSRP

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5.0

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The 1999 GS 400 was just the second installment of the vehicle, so there were no changes from the 1998 model-year offering. The car retained its powerful, 4.0-liter, V8 engine.

That engine produced 300 horsepower and offered acceleration from zero to 60 miles per hour in 6 seconds. Later, 4.3-liter versions of the GS 400 did not improve significantly on those numbers.

"You cant fix perfection," wrote one owner when asked what improvements he'd like to see on the GS 400. Safety-conscious drivers were a bit put off by the rear-wheel drive, but performance-minded driving enthusiasts would not have accepted the GS 400 any other way.

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User reviews for 1999 Lexus GS

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by Brian O

May 16, 2008

Drives nice like a saloon car should. quiet. has a good engine couod use some more power. like the after market spoiler. May 16, 2008

by Amanda S

Apr 25, 2008

This car runs good and the design is beautiful. Even though it's a 1999 the car looks like a newer model than that. Gas is fine and it drives smoothy. I never had any problems with this car. But I realized this is the bests brand car out there. My family owned mercedes before and they hated the damn brand and got rid of it. Mercedes now are made cheap and cost way more than a Lexus. Lexus is cheaper and plus you get more technology that is worth your money. But in my own opinion the best luxury cars out there i think are Lexus & BMW. BMW interior is #1 on my list and Lexus is#1 on my technology list in my opinionApr 25, 2008

by Anonymous

Jan 23, 2008

I'll keep this car as long as it keeps on going; I love it!Jan 23, 2008

1999 Lexus GS Pricing

Original MSRP

$37,800 to $46,000

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1999 Lexus GS 300 RWD

Original MSRP: $37,800

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Premium Brand: Nakamichi Audio · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Moonroof: power

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

1999 Lexus GS 400 RWD

Original MSRP: $46,000