1998 Lexus GS400

Sedan

4.0L 3969CC V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Automatic

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GAS

1998 Lexus GS 400 167,000 miles Leather heated seats, 20" wheels with 245/35/20 tires, and (2) 8" TV's in the headrestV8 with good horsepower and acceleration, car gets great gas mileage for a V8.. 20+ MPG Interior: Leather is in pretty good shape, no holes or tears. Car could use a good shampooing but its nothing really out of the norm and well-taken care of. I would say this car is above average, I have sold plenty cars and for the age of this vehicle it is in good shape. The backseat is in better condition than the front, doesn't look like it was used much in 14 years. Exterior: The paint has a nice gloss to it, no major scratches. There are some dings on the roof and the trunk, not real major, not big dents. The hood looks good. I would rate the exterior a 6.5-7 out of 10 solely based on the dings on the roof and trunk lid. Call me with any questions at 270-559-8216 SpecificationsExteriorWidth: 70.9 in.Height: 56.7 in.Length: 189.0 in.Ground clearance: 6.1 in.Curb weight: 3690 lbs.Wheel base: 110.2 in.InteriorRear hip Room: 56.1 in.Rear head room: 37.0 in.Rear leg room: 34.3 in.Rear shoulder room: 56.6 in.PerformanceBase engine type: gasHorsepower: 300 hp @ 6000 rpmTorque: 310 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpmTurning circle: 36.1 ft.FuelFuel type: gasFuel type: regular unleadedFuel tank capacity: 19.8 gal.Range in miles (cty/hwy): 297.0/415.8 mi.EPA mileage est. (cty/hwy): 15/21 mpg Standard FeaturesBucket SeatsCenter ConsoleFog LightsGarage Door OpenerPower Heated MirrorsKeyless Entry SystemLighted Entry SystemPower BrakesRear Window DefrosterTinted Glass16 Inch WheelsAutomatic Climate Control (2 Zone) - Driver and Passenger4.0L V8 DOHC 32V FI EnginePower Driver Seat w/MemoryPower Tilt and Telescopic Steering WheelPremium Unleaded Fuel Required5-Speed Automatic TransmissionClockTachometerAlloy WheelsTraction Control4-Wheel ABSDriver and Passenger Front AirbagsFront Side AirbagsAnti-Theft Alarm SystemLeather SeatingPower Front Passenger SeatSteering Wheel Audio ControlsCruise ControlPower SteeringRemote Trunk ReleaseLeather and Wood Shift Knob TrimLeather Steering Wheel TrimAir ConditioningIntermittent Windshield WipersPower WindowsPower Door LocksAutomatic On/Off HeadlightsAuto-Dim Exterior Mirror(s)Auto-Dim Rear View MirrorAM/FM/Cassette Audio System What's New for 1998A totally redesigned GS 400 appears for 1998. Featuring a V8 with continuously variable valve timing, the new car lives up to the promise of providing serious fun in an elegant package.ReviewLast year's GS 400 was an attractive car with an inviting interior. It was, however, supposed to be Lexus's sport sedan, a mission it couldn't fulfill when saddled with its rather large size and underpowered engine. Article after article in enthusiast rags would call it a comfortable, competent handler that was seriously lacking a real motor.Lexus is not content to take much flak over the competitiveness of their products. This became obvious last year when they redesigned their ES 300 to best in class levels after a few years of hearing it called a glorified Camry. It was no surprise, then, when we heard that Lexus was planning a dramatic improvement for their midlevel sport sedans.What did surprise us was the level of improvement that the new car has received. While retaining the same basic outline as its predecessor, the new GS 400 is considerably more attractive. A beautiful quad headlight front end sweeps back into the hood and fenders in much the same manner as Mercedes' E-Class cars. Short front and rear overhangs give the GS a very sporty look, and the tidy hindquarters convey an impression of agility.The appearance of the car is supported by improvements to the drivetrain. This year sees the first application of V8 technology to Lexus's sport sedan. Dubbed the GS 400, the V8 powered car is motivated by an aluminum four-cam engine with continuously variable valve timing, the first application of such technology on a V8 engine. Hooked to this 300-horsepower engine is a five-speed automanual transmission that lets drivers choose their own gears when the road gets twisty, but which can be operated in fully automatic mode during everyday driving. The GS comes standard with antilock brakes, all-speed traction control and Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) as standard equipment. Vehicle Skid Control is designed to measure the degree of steering wheel angle and compare it to the car's direction. If it detects a serious difference, it will employ one or more of the car's antilock brakes to put the car back on the driver's intended course.The best thing about the GS 400 is its high level of refinement and reasonable price. Compared to the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Cadillac Seville, the Lexus GS 400 is an absolute bargains. On Oct-16-12 at 15:20:24 PDT, seller added the following information: UPDATES: I HAVE ADDED MORE PICTURES OF THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR UPON REQUEST. AS YOU CAN SEE NO MAJOR DAMAGE TO THE INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR OTHER THAN NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. THE BODY IS REALLY STRAIGHT NO RIPPLES OR DINGS AS YOU CAN SEE FROM THE PICTURES. THE CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH A AUTOPAGE 2-WAY ALARM SYSTEM THAT IS CURRENTLY UNHOOKED. I DROVE THE CAR TO WORK FOR A FEW WEEKS AND WHEN I PARK IN THE PARKING GARAGE THE FLOOR SHAKES CAUSING THE ALARM TO GO OFF DURING THE DAY, WHICH KILLED THE BATTERY, THE ALARM CAN BE HOOKED BACK UP, EVERYTHING IS STILL THERE OR YOU CAN LEAVE IT UNHOOKED. THE CAR IS ALSO EQUIPPED WITH A 7" DVD/CD NAVIGATION UNIT, DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT IT, I DON'T THINK IT IS A COMMON NAME BRAND AND IT IS ACTUALLY UNBRANDED. NAVIGATION WORKS PRETTY GOOD AND THE SPEAKERS SOUND REALLY GOOD AS WELL, I'M PRETTY SURE THEY WERE REPLACED BY THE PREVIOUS OWNER. MECHANICALLY THE CAR RUNS REALLY GOOD HAS ALOT OF POWER, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DOES COME ON FROM TIME TO TIME, I WAS TOLD BY THE PREVIOUS OWNER THAT IT WAS THE OXYGEN SENSOR (THAT'S WHAT THEY ALL SAY) BUT I WILL HAVE IT SCANNED TO BE SURE, IT RUNS REALLY WELL AND DOES NOT AFFECT THE DRIVEABILITY OF THE CAR AT ALL, IT RUNS GREAT. AGAIN, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS GIVE ME A CALL OR TEXT AT 270-559-8216, EMAIL: ZACHARY.ERVIN1983@GMAIL.COM On Oct-16-12 at 15:23:48 PDT, seller added the following information: ADDITIONAL UPDATES: AS YOU CAN SEE IN THE PICTURES SOME OF THE WOODGRAIN THAT WAS PEELING AROUND THE AIR VENTS AND AROUND THE GAUGES HAS BEEN REMOVED. I THINK IT LOOKS 100% BETTER.