Bought a Lexus ES350

[Nick1994]

Not an ES, but bought this 2015 GS AWD CPO in 2018 with just under 12k miles. 87k now just tires, brakes, and one unusual repair of a rear differential pinion seal leak ($500). The 2GR-FSE engine is powerful and reliable as well as the 6 speed Aisin transmission. Looks and drives like new. Can’t imagine any new car could surpass what I have!
I recently had the Beatsonic S connect wireless CarPlay / Android Auto plug and play system installed. Seamless integration and brings the car to current standards. Best of luck and enjoy your “new” Lexus.

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Very nice. A GS was my #1 choice but wasn’t in my price range. I’m debt free and didn’t want a car payment.

Not trying to hijack this thread but I couldn’t edit my previous post. Wanted to show the entertainment center with CarPlay running.

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How did you get CarPlay?

GS models seem to sell for almost the same price as the ES but they are more enjoyable to drive in my opinion. Just a little less floaty and bordering on handling sporty through corners. Hard to find though.

I have a lot of miles under my belt driving my aunt’s previous 2016 Avalon and this ES350 has significantly better handling and suspension. The Avalon was a boat with a lot of understeer and body roll.

FWD Japanese limousine, is what these are. That long wheelbase is transformative for the ride, and the extra Lexus fit, finish and sound deadening nails it. Plush seats really want to rival Volvo - they are trying. Excellent dash, layout and ergo.

It’s a Japanese Buick!

 

[1lieutenant]

@Nick1994 I purchased this system for CarPlay/Android auto. Works great but not cheap.

https://www.beatsonicusa.com/produc...-lexus-models-with-nav?variant=45661611065495