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The second generation model premiered in 1998, using a new platform and adding a V8 version for the first time outside Japan. The current third generation GS, which premiered globally for the 2006 model year, comes in both V6, V8, and hybrid versions, later known as the GS 450h performance hybrid. The third generation GS is also the first model to feature Lexus' own L-finesse styling upon its introduction. In Japan, the equivalent Toyota Aristo (トヨタ・アリスト) was sold from its 1991 debut until the introduction of the Lexus marque and the third generation GS in 2005. Though largely identical in exterior and interior design, the first two generations of the GS and the Aristo differed in their engine and transmission combinations as well as equipment packages. The Aristo nameplate was discontinued following the debut of the Lexus marque and the third generation GS in Japan. Contents 1 First generation (S140) 1.1 1991–1996 2 Second generation (S160) 2.1 1997–2000 2.2 2000–2005 3 Third generation (S190) 3.1 2005–2007 3.2 2007–present 4 Fourth generation 5 Motorsport 6 Sales and production 7 Technical specifications 8 Awards 9 See also 10 References 11 External links [edit] First generation (S140) First generation Also called Lexus GS 300 Toyota Aristo (JDM) Production 1991–1997 Layout FR layout Platform FR midsize (JZS/UZS) Engine(s) 2JZ-GE I6 (3.0Q) 2JZ-GTE Twin-turbo I6 (3.0V) 1UZ-FE V8 (4.0Zi-Four) Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic Wheelbase 2,779 mm (109.4 in) Length 4,950 mm (194.9 in) Width 1,796 mm (70.7 in) Height 1993–94: 1,400 mm (55.1 in) 1995–97: 1,420 mm (55.9 in) Designer Giorgetto Giugiaro [edit] 1991–1996 Styled by the famous Italdesign Giugiaro firm, and equipped with an independent, double-wishbone suspension setup, the Toyota Aristo was launched in October 1991, offering two inline-6 powered versions for the Japanese market: the 3.0Q and 3.0V. The Aristo 3.0Q (codename JZS147) featured a 2JZ-GE engine which produced 226 hp (169 kW), while the Aristo 3.0V (JZS147) was equipped with a 24-valve twin-turbo 2JZ-GTE engine which produced 276 hp (205 kW). This twin-turbo engine was the same as could be found in the Toyota Supra RZ (JZA80). In 1992, a third model, the V8-powered 4.0Zi-Four (codename UZS143), joined the Aristo lineup. This model came with standard four-wheel drive and a 250 hp (186 kW) 1UZ-FE engine. This V8 had also been used in the first generation Lexus LS and the Toyota Crown Majesta. However, the only engine available for export markets was the 2JZ-GE inline-6. 1993–1996 Lexus GS (JZS147; U.S.) Production of the Lexus GS 300 (JZS147) began on February 22, 1993 at the Tahara, Japan assembly plant. At the time, the GS represented the latest advancement of Tahara production technology, with only eight spot welds performed by hand. The rest, some 4,200 welds, were performed by robots.[1] Italdesign Giugiaro's exterior styling blended elements of the original LS flagship and SC performance coupe in a rounded, aerodynamic shape, complementing the rest of the Lexus lineup. The vehicle adopted a wedge-like shape with high rear decklid, and longer and wider proportions than competing vehicles.[2] The exterior shape of the original GS produced a drag coefficient of 0.31 Cd. Offered color schemes included single-tone bumper and body finishes,[2] along with dual-tone schemes. 1991–1996 GS 300 interior (JZS147) As Lexus' first rear-wheel drive sports sedan, the GS was placed above the front-wheel drive ES luxury sedan with its superior drivetrain setup, power and available amenities. The 3.0-liter 2JZ-GE inline-6 producing up to 226 hp (169 kW) and 210 lb·ft (285 N·m) of torque served as the powerplant. According to reviewer testing, 0–60 acceleration times for the GS 300 were clocked at slightly over nine seconds.[2] For the interior, the GS 300 featured walnut wood trim on the center console, leather seating, an automatic tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, and the option of a Nakamichi premium stereo system. Driver and front passenger airbags were standard.[2] A moonroof, remote 12-CD auto changer, and traction control (TRAC) were options. The GS was intended to take the price position of the original LS 400 flagship, which had moved upmarket since its 1989 launch.[1][2] By the time of the GS 300's debut, the $35,000 initial base price of the LS had climbed to $47,000.[2] The GS 300 carried an initial manufacturer's suggested U.S. base price of $37,930 at its debut. However, sales of the GS 300 were modest, with 1993 seeing the greatest sales at 19,164 sold that year. Sales dropped in later years as the Japanese yen rose in value against the dollar and made the vehicle more expensive than its rivals.[1] Additionally, more powerful V8 sport sedans provided stiff competition. By 1997, the price of the GS 300 had risen to $46,195. Production of the first generation GS sedan ended in 1996. [edit] Second generation (S160) Second generation Also called Lexus GS 300 Lexus GS 400/430 Toyota Aristo (JDM) Production 1997–2005 Model year(s) 1998–2005 Layout FR layout Platform FR midsize (JZS/UZS) Engine(s) 3.0 L 2JZ-GE I6 (JZS160) 3.0 L 2JZ-GTE Twin-turbo I6 (JZS161) 4.0 L 1UZ-FE V8 (UZS160) 4.3 L 3UZ-FE V8 (UZS160) Transmission(s) 5-speed automatic (JZS160, UZS160/A650E) 4-speed automatic (JZS161/A341E) Wheelbase 2,799 mm (110.2 in) Length 4,806 mm (189.2 in) Width 1,801 mm (70.9 in) Height 1998–2001: 1,440 mm (56.7 in) 2002–05: 1,420 mm (55.9 in) [edit] 1997–2000 In February 1997, Lexus debuted the "High Performance Sedan" (HPS) concept at the Chicago Auto Show, previewing the design direction for the redesigned GS.[3] In August 1997, the second generation Aristo was launched in Japan, codenamed JZS160 (S300 version) for models with the 2JZ-GE engines and JZS161 (V300 version) for those with the 2JZ-GTE twin-turbo engines. VVT-i was now standard, resulting in a bump in torque. The twin-turbo version was available with electronic four-wheel steering, stability control and an automatic gearbox with a manual sequential mode. No four-wheel drive models were offered. 2000–2004 Lexus GS (JZS160R; Australia) The second generation sedans used a new front-engine, rear-wheel drive midsize platform, also featured in the Japanese-market Toyota Crown.[4] The new model's styling was produced in-house, and featured quadruple headlights in a fashion similar to the Lexus SC coupe. The drag coefficient was 0.30 Cd. Inside, electroluminescent Lexus Optitron gauges were offered for the first time, along with an upgraded stereo system. For export markets, the second generation GS began production in the JZS161 body style on August 4, 1997 and was officially launched in 1998. 2000–2004 Lexus GS (JZS160R; Australia) The GS 300 was offered once again and featured a slightly revised version of the last generation's 3.0 L inline-6 now producing 228 hp (168 kW) and 225 ft·lbf (305 N·m) of torque. The GS 300 was quoted with a 7.6 second 0–60 mph time by Edmunds. Answering customer requests for more power, the American market GS 400 (UZS160) was equipped with a UZ-series V8 that produced 300 hp (224 kW) and 310 ft·lbf (420 N·m) of torque. Edmunds.com reported a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time of 5.4 seconds for the 3693 pound (1675 kg) sedan. Both models featured a 5-speed automatic with the GS 400 receiving steering wheel shift buttons, however the GS300 did not receive the steering wheel shift buttons until 2001. Again, no turbo models were offered outside Japan. The 0–60 mph time of the GS 400 prompted Lexus to claim that the GS was the world's fastest production sedan.[1] 2003–2004 GS 300 interior (JZS160) Lexus promoted the arrival of the second generation GS sedan with the tagline, "Something Wicked This Way Comes." Compared to its predecessor, the second generation GS sedan was a much bigger success, with sales reaching 30,622 vehicles in its first year, increasing in the second, and stabilizing at 28,079 vehicles by 2000.[1] The U.S. base price for the GS 300 and GS 430 averaged approximately $38,000 and $47,000 respectively. The success of the GS sedan prompted Lexus to keep the vehicle in its lineup for eight years. The GS was Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year for 1998. It also made Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1998 through 2000. In IIHS frontal crash testing the 1999 and newer GS was given a "Good" overall score.[5] [edit] 2000–2005 2001–2005 GS 430 (UZS161; Europe) The 2001 model cycle was the only year with any major changes in the second generation GS. New clear tail lights with turn signal indicators were added to the trunk area, as well as a slightly revised grille and very subtly tinted headlights on the front end. Xenon high-intensity discharge headlights were now standard on the V8 and optional on the I6. Inside, more wood trim was added, and steering wheel shift buttons were now also featured on the GS 300. In 2001, the V8 engine received a 0.3 liter bump in displacement and the model was renamed GS 430 (UZS161). Peak horsepower was unchanged, but torque increased to 325 ft·lbf (441 N·m). In 2001, Lexus also added a limited production GS 300 "SportDesign" edition, featuring the sport suspension from the GS 430, wider 225/55VR-16 Michelin Pilot HX tires, and polished alloy wheels.[6] The SportDesign interior added perforated leather upholstery along with brushed aluminum and dark stained walnut trim. For summer 2001, production of the GS 300 SportDesign was limited to a run of 3,300 units (vs. 25,000 annual GS sales annually).[6] Production of the limited model occurred through 2004. [edit] Third generation (S190) Third generation Production 2005–present Model year(s) 2006–present Layout FR layout / F4 layout Platform S-series (GRS/UZS/URS/GWS) Engine(s) 3.0 L 3GR-FSE V6 3.5 L 2GR-FSE V6 4.3 L 3UZ-FE V8 4.6 L 1UR-FE V8 Transmission(s) 6-speed automatic 8-speed automatic (AA80E) Hybrid: CVT Wheelbase 2,850 mm (112.2 in) Length 4,826–4,844 mm (190.0–190.7 in) Width 1,821 mm (71.7 in) Height 11,425–1,435 mm (449.8–56.5 in) Main article: Lexus GS (S190) [edit] 2005–2007 In October 2003, Lexus premiered the LF-S (Lexus Future Sedan), a concept car which previewed the design of the upcoming GS.[7] The third generation GS first appeared as a pre-production vehicle at the 2004 Geneva Auto Show, with the production version shown at the 2005 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Production of the third generation began on January 24, 2005, with the equivalent Aristo not released as Toyota had introduced the Lexus channel to Japan and sought to align all world markets using Lexus as their luxury brand worldwide. The third generation GS was the introductory Lexus model for the marque's new L-finesse design philosophy, indicating the future direction of the Lexus lineup; it featured a fastback profile, more muscular styling, retained quad headlights, LED tailamps, and one-piece bumpers. The drag coefficient on the third generation GS design reached 0.27 Cd, and the model used a newly-designed midsize platform later shared with the second generation IS.[8] 2006–2007 Lexus GS 430 (UZS190; U.S.) In September 2005, the GS 350 (GRS191) and GS 430 (UZS190) went on sale in Japan; the GS 350 using a 3.5-liter 2GR-FSE engine with D4-S direct injection, while the GS 430 used the same 4.3-liter 3UZ-FE V8 used in the previous model. U.S. sales began in March 2006, with the initial U.S. model lineup including the GS 300 (GRS190), featuring a ULEV certified 3.0-liter 3GR-FSE V6 engine, and the GS 430. All GS models at launch featured a new 6-speed automatic sequential shift gearbox. An all-wheel drive system was made available in the GS 300. Also new to the GS line was an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, and both the V8 and hybrid models featured a Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) system and Electronically Controlled Brake (ECB) a type of brake-by-wire system. V8 and hybrid models also featured an Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) system that individually altered suspension damper firmness. Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) was standard on the GS 430/460/450h models and coupled to VGRS, with which it could alter steering gear ratios.[9] 2005–2008 Lexus GS 450h (GWS191; Europe) Unveiled at the 2005 New York International Auto Show, the hybrid GS 450h (GWS191) joined the GS line in 2006 for the 2007 model year. It was the first mass-production rear-wheel drive luxury hybrid car, featuring a naturally-aspirated 3.5-liter 2GR-FSE V6 engine mated to an electric motor and a continuously variable transmission. This powertrain made use of the Lexus Hybrid Drive system of integrating electric and gasoline engine motors, giving the GS 450h a Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle (SULEV) emissions rating,[10] and total output of 253 kilowatts (339 hp),[11] allowing the GS to accelerate to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 5.2 seconds, according to manufacturer data.[11] Standard safety features on the GS ranged from multiple airbags, including knee airbags and front row side torso airbags,[12] to adaptive headlights, anti-lock braking, electronic brakeforce distribution, brake assist and Vehicle Stability Control. The radar-based Pre-Collision System (PCS) with a Dynamic Radar Cruise Control system was optional. The GS 450h was among the first vehicles to receive the infrared Driver Monitoring System for driver attentiveness. For the 2007 model year, the GS 350 replaced the GS 300 in the U.S. and other export markets. Third generation GS interior (GWS191), with hybrid kW meter instead of tachometer. The GS interior was available with leather bird's-eye maple or walnut trim. Major standard features ranged from a 10-way driver and front passenger power and heated seats with three-position Lexus Memory System, SmartAccess keyless system with push-button start, a driver-side hidden drop-down panel for infrequently used controls, standard 7-inch touchscreen display, and LED lighting in the cabin. Unique to the Lexus GS series was a three-pod instrument cluster with machined aluminum facings and an electrochromic feature. Optional features ranged from a power moonroof to a discrete 5.1 surround sound 14-speaker 330 watt Mark Levinson premium sound system,[13] XM-satellite radio and DVD-based navigation with backup camera and Bluetooth technology. Competitors to the Lexus GS included the BMW 5-Series,[6] Mercedes-Benz E-Class,[2] Volvo S80, Audi A6, Jaguar XF, Infiniti M, and Acura RL. [edit] 2007–present MY2008 Lexus GS 350 (GRS191; Japan) The GS 460 (URS191) replaced the GS 430 in 2007 for the 2008 model year, featuring a new 4.6 liter 1UR-FSE V8 engine generating 342 hp (with 339 ft·lbf (460 N·m). of torque) and an 8-speed automatic transmission. Lexus reported a 0-60 time of 5.4 seconds for the GS 460.[14] Along with the hybrid GS 450h and previous GS 430 models, the V8-powered GS 460 offered the Active Stabilizer Suspension System for improved handling. Along with the introduction of the GS 460, the GS lineup received a mid-cycle styling refresh, including a revised front bumper, headlights and grille, turn signals added to the side mirrors, and new wheel options and exterior colors. The interior received a redesigned steering wheel, revised instrument cluster gauges, and different trim pieces. [edit] Fourth generation According to Motor Trend, the next generation GS will debut in 2011.[15] [edit] Motorsport GS 400 V8Star Series touring race car The Lexus GS was used in Motorola Cup North American Street Stock Championship touring car series competition in the late 1990s, beginning with two GS 400 race vehicles driven by Team Lexus in its inaugural season. For 1999, Team Lexus achieved its first victory with the GS 400 in its sixth race at Road Atlanta.[16] The GS 400 was raced until 2001, when Team Lexus switched to the IS 300. In the mid 2000s, the GS 400 was entered in the V8Star Series touring car racing season, with Ronny Melkus competing in the V8 GS in 2003.[17][18] In 2006, Sigma Advanced Racing Development and Lexus entered a GS 450h performance hybrid sedan in the 24 Hours of Tokachi race in Hokkaido, Japan, the first time that a hybrid vehicle was introduced.[19] In 2007, Lexus Canada also entered the GS 450h in the Targa Newfoundland event.[20] In 2009, the GS 450h was used as a safety car at the Muscle Car Masters event held at Eastern Creek Raceway, Eastern Creek, New South Wales, Australia.[21] [edit] Sales and production Sales data for Lexus GS generations are as follows. Sourced from manufacturer yearly data. Generation (chassis code) Model no(s). Calendar year Total sales, U.S., Japan Total exports, production‡ JZS147 GS 300 1993 19,164[1] 18,450[22] 1994 13,939[1] 12,905[22] 1995 6,263[23] 7,797[22] 1996 2,044[24] 2,500[22] 1997 7,718[1] 175[22] JZS160/UZS160 GS 300/400 1998 30,622[1] 26,705[22] 1999 30,326[1] 30,326[22] 2000 26,705[25] 26,705[22] JZS160/UZS161 GS 300/430 2001 24,461[26] 29,715[22] 2002 17,246[26] 17,710[22] 2003 13,306[27] 14,479[22] 2004 8,262[28] 9,681[22] 2005 33,457,[29] 5,843[30] 3,000[22] GRS190/GRS195/UZS190 GS 300/350/430 2006 27,390,[29] 9,145[30] 51,290‡[30] GRS191/GRS196/UZS190/GWS191 GS 350/430/450h 2007 23,381,[31] 5,089[32] 45,588‡[33] GRS191/GRS196/URS191/GWS191 GS 350/460/450h 2008 15,759,[31] 5,384[34] 32,828‡[35] 2009 7,430,[36] 1,777[37] 11,565‡[38] [edit] Technical specifications Model configurations by region Chassis code Model no. Model year(s) Drivetrain Transmission Engine type Engine code Region(s) GRS190 GS 300 2006– RWD/AWD 6-speed AT 3.0 L petrol V6 3GR-FSE Australia,[39] China,[40] Europe,[41] Middle East[42] GRS191 GS 350 2007– 3.5 L petrol V6 2GR-FSE Canada,[43] Europe,[41] Japan,[44] United States[45] UZS190 GS 430 2006– RWD 4.3 L petrol V8 3UZ-FE Middle East[42] GWS191 GS 450h 2007– CVT 3.5 L hybrid V6 2GR-FSE Canada,[43] China,[40] Europe,[41] Japan,[44] United States[45] URS190 GS 460 2008– 8-speed AT 4.6 L petrol V8 1UR-FE Australia,[39] Canada,[43] China,[40] Europe,[41] Japan,[44] United States[45] Drivetrain specifications by generation[22] Model year(s) Model no(s). Chassis code(s) Engine type Engine code Transmission(s) Power Torque 1993–1996 GS 300 JZS147 3.0 L inline-6 2JZ-GE 4-speed AT 168 kW (225 hp) 280 N·m (210 ft·lbf) @4800 rpm 1998–2004 GS 300 JZS161 3.0 L inline-6 2JZ-GE 4-speed AT 168 kW (225 hp) 300 N·m (220 ft·lbf) @4000 rpm 1998–2000 GS 400 UZS160 4.0 L V8 1UZ-FE 5-speed AT 224 kW (300 hp) 420 N·m (310 ft·lbf) @4000 rpm 2001–2005 GS 430 UZS161 4.3 L V8 3UZ-FE 5-speed AT 224 kW (300 hp) 441 N·m (325 ft·lbf) @4000 rpm 2006–2007 GS 300 GRS190 3.0 L V6 3GR-FSE 6-speed AT 188 kW (252 hp) 310 N·m (230 ft·lbf) @3600 rpm 2006–2007 GS 300 AWD GRS195 3.0 L V6 3GR-FSE 6-speed AT 188 kW (252 hp) 310 N·m (230 ft·lbf) @3600 rpm 2006–2007 GS 430 UZS190 4.3 L V8 3UZ-FE 6-speed AT 224 kW (300 hp) 441 N·m (325 ft·lbf) @4000 rpm 2007– GS 450h GWS191 3.5 L V6 hybrid 2GR-FSE CVT 253 kW (339 hp) n/a 2008– GS 350 GRS191 3.5 L V6 2GR-FSE 6-speed AT 226 kW (303 hp) 371 N·m (274 ft·lbf) @3600 rpm 2008– GS 350 AWD GRS196 3.5 L V6 2GR-FSE 6-speed AT 226 kW (303 hp) 371 N·m (274 ft·lbf) @3600 rpm 2008– GS 460 URS190 4.6 L V8 1UR-FE 8-speed AT 255 kW (342 hp) 460 N·m (340 ft·lbf) @3900 rpm [edit] Awards J.D. Power and Associates named the GS series the best midsize luxury car in initial quality for 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005.[46][47] AAA named the third generation GS 300 the best car in its class for 2005.[48] Consumer Reports awarded the Lexus GS as the highest ranked vehicle in predicted reliability in the luxury car class in 2005.[49] The GS 450h's Lexus Hybrid Drive system was the recipient of the annual Paul Pietsch Prize for Advanced Technology in 2007, awarded by technical editors of Auto Motor Und Sport publications.[50] The Lexus GS 450h was named the winner of the 2007 IF product design award from the International Forum Design group in Hannover, Germany.[51] German automotive magazine Auto Bild selected the GS 450h for its "Auto 1" award for best sedan in 2007.[52] Smart Money magazine named the Lexus GS the best luxury sedan for the 2003–2004 model year.[53] In 2005, the magazine named the GS its Best New Car Value. The GS series was named most appealing midsize luxury car by J.D. Power and Associates in 2001.[54] The first generation GS series was named to the Top Ten in Initial Quality list by J.D. Power and Associates in 1994. Kelley Blue Book gave the GS series its Best to Hold Value Award in 1998, 1999, 2000, and 2001.[55] The second generation GS was named Import Car of the Year by Motor Trend in 1998. Car and Driver named the second generation GS to its Ten Best list in 1998, 1999, and 2000. [edit] See also List of hybrid vehicles [edit] References ^ a b c d e f g h i j Dawson, Chester. Lexus: The Relentless Pursuit, pp. 146–47, 164–65. 2004: Jon Wiley & Sons, NJ. ^ a b c d e f g Schuon, Michael (August 8, 1993). "Lexus Weighs In With a 'Grand' Sedan". The New York Times. http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9F0CE4D7173AF93BA3575BC0A965958260. Retrieved 2009-01-09.  ^ "Lexus HPS is a sign of the future". Chicago Sun-Times. http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P2-4371466.html. 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Power and Associates 2003 Initial Quality Study ^ Toyota, GM Garner Most Awards in 2005 Initial Quality Study ^ AAA Picks 13 Top Cars for 2005 ^ Consumer Reports: Most reliable cars '06 ^ Continued global awards success for Lexus ^ iF Design List of winners for the iF product design award 2007 ^ "Auto 1" Awards, Auto Bild Group ^ 2003-2004 Car Buyers Guide: Best Cars for Your Buck ^ J.D. Power and Associates 2001 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study ^ CARFAX – Kelley Blue Book-Models to Best Hold Its Value [edit] External links Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Lexus GS Lexus GS official sites for Australia, Europe, Japan, UAE, UK, US Lexus GS Hybrid official sites for Australia, Canada, US Lexus GS at the Open Directory Project – additional links v • d • e Lexus – a division of Toyota Motor Corp. – vehicle production timeline Type 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Compact IS IS HS Mid-size ES ES ES ES ES GS GS GS Full-size LS LS LS LS Crossover RX RX RX SUV GX GX LX LX LX Coupé IS C SC SC Sport LFA || Lexus Owners Club: Is200 Limited Edition How Do You Tell? - Lexus Owners Club Jump to content HomeClub HubForums MessagesCalendarLoginLost PasswordHelpReviewsNews Lexus NewsIndustryClubEventsVideo Lexus VideosPhotos Lexus PhotosMembers PhotosUpload PhotosClassifiedsFinance Sign In » New user? Register Now! Help Search Search section: This topic This forum ForumsMembersHelp Calendar Advanced Lexus Owners Club ForumsMembers Calendar Gallery Lexus Owners Club > Lexus Models > Lexus IS200 / Lexus IS300 Club Page 1 of 1 You cannot start a new topic You cannot reply to this topic Is200 Limited Edition How Do You Tell? #1 Sonic1 Member Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 22-July 10 Location:East Yorkshire Lexus Model:2004 54 IS200 SE Posted 14 August 2010 - 01:49 PM How do you tell if the car is the Limited Edition model? Mine is a 54 plate in Steel silver Full leather cream interior with electric seats,Silver inlays on the doors and dash etc,Headlamp washers,17 in multi spoke Lexus alloys in Graphite colour,Rear parking sencors. I have seen others advertised with the same spec minus the rear parking sencors and they are Limited editions. Thanks 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #2 eddieblock Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 312 Joined: 18-April 09 Gender:Male Location:WALES Lexus Model:is200LE Posted 14 August 2010 - 02:30 PM mine dosen,t have the rear sensors. it also has self leveling headlights, hid,s , arm rest , lid on the dash tray, kodiak sky colour, different alloys to the other is,s. full leather aswell. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #3 Sonic1 Member Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 22-July 10 Location:East Yorkshire Lexus Model:2004 54 IS200 SE Posted 14 August 2010 - 02:34 PM Yep this has the armrest and the dash box cover etc,the only thing it doesnt seam to have is the self leveling headlights,don't know if they are HID or not. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #4 Parthiban Club Post Guru Group: Gold Members Posts: 8,319 Joined: 17-December 02 Location:London, UK Lexus Model:IS200 SE Auto Posted 14 August 2010 - 02:35 PM The grey colour the limited edition came in was exclusive to that model - also it only came with a black interior so you haven't got a limited edition. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #5 Sonic1 Member Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 22-July 10 Location:East Yorkshire Lexus Model:2004 54 IS200 SE Posted 14 August 2010 - 02:39 PM Thanks for that,that has cleared that up for me 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #6 Rory Beautiful IS300 Group: Gold Members Posts: 1,811 Joined: 20-February 07 Gender:Male Location:Lancashire Lexus Model:IS300 Posted 14 August 2010 - 06:08 PM 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #7 Parthiban Club Post Guru Group: Gold Members Posts: 8,319 Joined: 17-December 02 Location:London, UK Lexus Model:IS200 SE Auto Posted 14 August 2010 - 06:30 PM Lol, that's not the most flattering shot of the IS200s handling 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #8 Bazza The Red Baron Group: Management Posts: 10,070 Joined: 28-December 03 Gender:Male Location:surrey Lexus Model:IS 200 kompressor Posted 14 August 2010 - 08:38 PM the yellow was a special edition as well 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #9 Parthiban Club Post Guru Group: Gold Members Posts: 8,319 Joined: 17-December 02 Location:London, UK Lexus Model:IS200 SE Auto Posted 17 August 2010 - 10:03 AM Bazza, on 14 August 2010 - 08:38 PM, said: the yellow was a special edition as well That wasn't called the "limited edition" though 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #10 Bazza The Red Baron Group: Management Posts: 10,070 Joined: 28-December 03 Gender:Male Location:surrey Lexus Model:IS 200 kompressor Posted 17 August 2010 - 05:43 PM Parthiban, on 17 August 2010 - 10:03 AM, said: Bazza, on 14 August 2010 - 08:38 PM, said: the yellow was a special edition as well That wasn't called the "limited edition" though yes it was, and it was actually limited to 50 or so cars 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #11 Rory Beautiful IS300 Group: Gold Members Posts: 1,811 Joined: 20-February 07 Gender:Male Location:Lancashire Lexus Model:IS300 Posted 17 August 2010 - 06:55 PM Bazza, on 17 August 2010 - 05:43 PM, said: Parthiban, on 17 August 2010 - 10:03 AM, said: Bazza, on 14 August 2010 - 08:38 PM, said: the yellow was a special edition as well That wasn't called the "limited edition" though yes it was, and it was actually limited to 50 or so cars one per dealer iirc 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #12 Parthiban Club Post Guru Group: Gold Members Posts: 8,319 Joined: 17-December 02 Location:London, UK Lexus Model:IS200 SE Auto Posted 17 August 2010 - 09:51 PM Bazza, on 17 August 2010 - 05:43 PM, said: Parthiban, on 17 August 2010 - 10:03 AM, said: Bazza, on 14 August 2010 - 08:38 PM, said: the yellow was a special edition as well That wasn't called the "limited edition" though yes it was, and it was actually limited to 50 or so cars I might be wrong here so apologies if I am, but I'm sure the yellow one was called the IS200 Amarillo (based on the car being in Amarillo Yellow) Only the grey one that came out in 2004 was called the IS200 (and IS300) limited edition. Obviously they were both technically limited editions, but only one was given the actual name "limited edition" 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #13 Bazza The Red Baron Group: Management Posts: 10,070 Joined: 28-December 03 Gender:Male Location:surrey Lexus Model:IS 200 kompressor Posted 18 August 2010 - 09:06 AM Parthiban, on 17 August 2010 - 09:51 PM, said: Bazza, on 17 August 2010 - 05:43 PM, said: Parthiban, on 17 August 2010 - 10:03 AM, said: Bazza, on 14 August 2010 - 08:38 PM, said: the yellow was a special edition as well That wasn't called the "limited edition" though yes it was, and it was actually limited to 50 or so cars I might be wrong here so apologies if I am, but I'm sure the yellow one was called the IS200 Amarillo (based on the car being in Amarillo Yellow) Only the grey one that came out in 2004 was called the IS200 (and IS300) limited edition. Obviously they were both technically limited editions, but only one was given the actual name "limited edition" the yellow model was a limited edition, having only 50 or so made, but not called it by model name, the grey model although called a limited edition was not limited in numbers made, and was introduced to get rid of the model as the new models were due out both sales gimmicks ! 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #14 The Transporter Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 280 Joined: 30-April 06 Lexus Model:IS 200 Posted 19 August 2010 - 10:04 AM LOL..... All IS200s are limited edition, 'cos they don't make them anymore.... My 05 is a parts bin special. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #15 Another Owner New Club Member Group: Members Posts: 3 Joined: 23-April 10 Location:Manchester Lexus Model:rx hybrid Posted 20 August 2010 - 01:33 PM History of the IS 200 Lexus IS 200 Review Marketed as the Toyota Altezza in Japan, the Lexus IS200 arrived on these shores in June 1999, backed up by a glitzy advertising campaign. Indeed, the drive behind the IS200 model was to change the public perception of the Lexus brand. Rather than confine it to high-image, high-priced specialism, parent company Toyota wanted the Lexus brand to appear on shopping lists instead of the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, Mercedes C-Class or Alfa Romeo 156.Upon launch there were three models available, the S base model, the SE luxury trim level and the Sport designation. All models were mechanically identical, and were attractively priced. The range has remained largely unchanged since launch, although buyers yearning for more power had their requests answered in summer 2001 when Lexus launched the 211bhp IS300 model featuring the 3.0-litre six out of the larger GS300 model. Late 2003 saw the introduction of a well specified limited edition LE variant based on the existing SE but adding11-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels, high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights, full leather upholstery and detailing that includes an armrest on the drivers seat. In the spring of 2004 all models received tinted rear light clusters, a price hike and a minor specification upgrade. By the end of 2005, the new IS had arrived to replace this model. there are enough used Lexus IS 200 available if any interested 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ ← Previous Topic Lexus IS200 / Lexus IS300 Club Next Topic → Share this topic: Page 1 of 1 You cannot start a new topic You cannot reply to this topic Delete Post Remove From View The post may still be visible to moderators in this topic Reason: Delete From Topic The post will be removed from this topic completely Skin and Language Language: Execution Stats Time Now: Dec 12 2010 10:00 AM Back To Top Forum Home Delete My Cookies Mark Board As Read Community Forum Software by IP.Board Licensed to: Lexus Owners Club Text only version