2001
Lexus GS 430

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New car program benefits

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4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

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2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase.
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2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase. Coverage begins after completion of the 4-year / 50,000 new vehicle Basic Warranty.
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161-point inspection
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92% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
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Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.6
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.1
Reliability 4.6

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  • By Great Lexus in Texas from Austin, TX
    Owns this car
    August 26, 2018

    Still a great car!

    This is still a great car with only 104600 miles. Rides/drives better than some newer Lexus models I?ve had as loaners. V8 still runs great and provides plenty of power. Very clean and well maintained at Lexus dealers with maintenance records available. Garage kept and paint and leather in very good condition. AC recently serviced and blows cold immediately. Everything works and Levinson sound system provides great sound. Limited milage in last several years as second car for retirees. Bought the car from original owner at 34,000 miles. Good for another 100K miles.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mario from Niagara Falls, NY
    Owns this car
    April 21, 2018

    Not up to Toyota/Lexus par for reliability

    Very comfortable, warm and quality interior in this car. Styling is the often copied quad headlight, quad taillight design. Terrible reliability for a Toyota/Lexus product. Definitely getting rid of it never to come back to this model...
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Band Randy from Washington D.C.
    Owns this car
    February 19, 2018

    Still going

    I bought this car 9 years ago with 150,000 miles on it. I now has 378,000. Still going strong. Amazing quality and reliability. I can't believe it has been such a good car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By HafezG from McLean, Virginia
    Owns this car
    August 12, 2017

    Best sedan ever built In every category.

    Super fast, super reliable, super quality, super luxury, super dependability, excellent styling, brilliant design, great on gas and maintenance. Lexus brand is the best brand to drive for you and your family. From sport cars to suvs to sedans they have it. Best value for resale.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By HafezG from McLean, Virginia
    Owns this car
    August 11, 2017

    Most reliable car I have ever owner.

    This car is fast, quiet, smooth agile, luxurious and excellent quality on the inside and outside. Very safe, very reliable. By far, best sedan I have ever owned.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By hshw220 from Lexington, KY
    Owns this car
    July 8, 2017

    great aside from all the power door locks failing

    the power train is flawless, very low maintenance cost, the only flaws are the door locks and the Mark Levinson sound sysytem
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By San Sop Chuck from Hemet, California
    Owns this car
    June 18, 2017

    Never thought of owning a Lexus,until I drove one.

    From the minute I sat behind the wheel I was hooked. My first thought was " where have you been all my life." The interior reminds me of a BMW only nicer. I have the GS 430 and the engine is so powerful and the ride is so smooth. Now mind you, this is a 2001 model and this is 2017. This vehicle was taken care of and everything about it exudes class. A car that I've never thought about owning has now become "my dream car!" The best car I've ever owned or driven by far!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By AMGC63 from New Jersey
    Owns this car
    July 11, 2015

    Best Car I ever owned

    I am the the original owner of of my 2001 Blue Onyx Lexus GS430. I picked it up in March of 2001 & 14 years later it's still going strong at 192000 miles. I have always done the recommended maintenance & credit that to the cars longevity. It still gives a nice, quiet smooth ride. A truly great car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Comfort Lover from Cambridge, MA
    Owns this car
    March 30, 2011

    Ten Years Old -- Runs Like New

    We bought this car new in 2001; it now has 97,000 miles on it. Maintained conscientiously, it has had no major problems. Its ride is as comfortable and its performance as powerful as it was when we bought it. On a long trip, it gets over 25 miles per gallon. It was pricey to buy, but has saved us money over the years.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Iceman from Michigan
    Owns this car
    December 30, 2010

    Great Used car buy

    I have owned this car for just over a year now and have put over 30k miles on it. As far as the other review knocking the snow handling of the car it isn't the car its his choice of tires. I am using General Altimax Artic's and my car sticks to the road in snow and even moderate ice. With 140k mile my car is smooth, silent and packs a 300hp wallop. I am about to have my first major service done since the car's been in my care. My warning light regarding the automatic headlight leveler has just come on but I think that's likely a sensor. This Lexus is a winner. The safety features are also incredible and rival many new cars. Side airbags, ABS with electronic brake force distribution & Vehicle Stability Control keep things under control with the best of the new cars.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lexus Fan from Chicago
    Owns this car
    August 17, 2010

    Good, but not great

    I've had two Lexus cars, both mechanically perfect. Except for the suspension. Age, not miles, hurts these cars. They're so smooth and quiet due to rubber bushings in the suspension arms. When they start to wear out, you get vibrations and very loose handling. Very difficult to find the worn part (even for dealerships), usually ends up in a goose chase. Parts are very expensive, and labor is even more expensive. Expect $1,000 repair bills, when repairs are needed. My 01 GS430 was my least favorite car to own. Nice and comfy, but boring and would not track straight, slightest bump would throw it off course, very loose handling (the front didn't communicate with the back). The V8 is the best in the business, but too much for this car, makes it feel heavy and lumbersome. Too much power in a daily useful manner. It's either golf cart smooth, or dangerously fast, no in-between - All or Nothing. Slightest moisture on the road, and the tires would spin very ease. Snow? Forget it, even with the traction control (warning warning, you're stuck). This is a car the Lexus built to compete with the 5 series. They got the power right, the ride right, but the fun and driver engagement wrong. Best quality? Quiet and smooth. Worst quality? Handling and sense of driver feeling of being in total command of the car. I sold it. It's like they blended the IS and LS with this car, with more emphasis on the LS. It's basically a smaller LS. Great, if that's what you want (big cruiser). But, very disappointing if you want a sports sedan feeling. If you buy one older than 6 years of age, expect a few suspension bushing problems down the road on this car, especially in the back. 300hp is too much force on the rear setup.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Band Randy from Washington, DC
    Owns this car
    April 22, 2010

    Best car I have ever owned

    I purchased this car 6 months ago. It was nine years old and had 150,000+ miles on it. I could not be more pleased. It is 98% as good as the day it was made. It is very quiet and has rides like a dream. The engine is very powerful and very quiet. The only way you notice how fast you are going is the other cars disapearing in your rear view mirror. Like a lot of high end cars it came with a complete service history including the original window sticker. It uses no oil and has no mechanical issues at all. The interior is in great shape. All the electronics work properly. The heated leather seats show almost no signs of wear and are very comfortable. The only wear on the interior of the vehicle is a little discoloration on the shift lever and on the steering wheel. My car came with the Nav system (very easy to use) and the Mark Levinson sound system (one of my favorite parts of the car). I have put 10,000 miles on the car since I got it and love every minute of it. I got this car for less than what a econobox would of cost me and it is 100 times better. No problems, Very reliable. I plan on driving it another 100,000 miles.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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What trim levels are available for the 2001 Lexus GS 430?

The 2001 Lexus GS 430 is available in 1 trim level:

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What is the MPG of the 2001 Lexus GS 430?

The 2001 Lexus GS 430 offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2001 Lexus GS 430 reliable?

The 2001 Lexus GS 430 has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2001 Lexus GS 430 owners.

Is the 2001 Lexus GS 430 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2001 Lexus GS 430. 92.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
  • Comfort: 5.0
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.1
  • Reliability: 4.6
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