2006 Lexus GS300 Start Up, Engine, and In Depth Tour

In this video I give a full in depth tour of a 2006 Lexus GS300. I take viewers on a close look through the interior and exterior of this car while showing details, over viewing of features, and noting unique styling cues to the vehicle itself. I also show the engine and the details of it, start it up and see how it sounds under acceleration. A thorough tour/review of this car designed to give others a greater overall appreciation of the vehicle.

[@TheTankbuster96]

Beautiful. 2006 was a weird time. You have keyless ignition AND a tape player.

[@patrickmichaellangan576]

Walther Hoffman the tape player is for mixtapes.

[@mustasheolll2020]

Walther Hoffman these actually came out in 05

[@mmacphersonn]

Walther Hoffman AND iPod integration

[@clarajanate8795]

Hello handsome

[@thealexpshow782]

Yep. 2006 seems too modern for 90s inputs

[@2slick35]

This car could hang out with anything on a road driving around in 2019...and it would blend right in!

[@RaghibAbdulShakoor]

Absolutely, I own a 2010 model very nice on the road.

[@tayokarate]

Yeah that's why I am buying one , wish I can get someone to custom update the rear lights to modern

[@tayokarate]

In fact I don't like the cars on the road these days , they all look cut and paste

[@JDMSwervo2001]

Even in 2024

[@MrAdoh2010]

Buy these cars high mileage, like 200k high, specialy if it's a one owner car. They are extremley reliable and Lexus first owners tend to be unspirited drivers who also take great care of them. You can get one for 6-10 grands if you know where to look. Forget about MB and the other luxury brands, Lexus earned its high resale value.

[@alpha7ization]

+MrAdoh2010 Agreed still driving my 95 GS

[@heyitschinoable]

Just bought an 06 gs300 197k miles running beautiful and strongs idles perfect. Got it for a steal 3k!

[@sirnaziyeh]

+MrAdoh2010 My Father is buying a 2014 GS350 premium in a few weeks, with about 35,000 miles. He wants to keep it until it dies, and he wants to put at least 250,000 miles or more on the car. Lexus is the best brand for reliability long-term,

[@matrixmaster2233]

MrAdoh2010 What if I wanna buy one that has low mileage?

[@mayowaolugboji3576]

Matrixmaster 22 the car is really hard to find under 70k miles.

[@mustasheolll2020]

Lots of new tech for the time and the styling has aged so very well. In 2023 it’s still a really good looking car

[@YouArentSlick]

one thing lexus does well is make designs that last, this car could easily pass for 2012-2013

[@805NAVE]

Honald Trinton 2006-2012 GS was one single generation, unchanged. That’s why it still seems new.

[@mustasheolll2020]

DIAMLER no, it’s just that design and technology became better in the mid 2000s

[@edro31111]

Just traded for a 2006 GS300 two weeks ago after driving SUV's for years. I'm 61 years old and have had many cars both US and foreign made and this is one of the smoothest and sweetest so far. I highly recommend it for your cruiser or just a change of pace. My only complaint was the unreal amount of gadgets and goodies in the car for me to get acquainted with. Guess that's why they have a 600 page owners manual!

[@ja2022]

Just bought an 06 White GS300 AWD, Grey interior, fully loaded, and 89k miles for $11,000. I had to replace the tires, the rear view mirror cause it was cracked, and the two tow hook covers but I didn't have to pay for any of it cause the dealer paid for it. I love this car so much and I could tell it was advanced for its time. I came from a 97 LS400 that unfortunately was rear ended and declared totaled and the insurance was nice enough to give me $4200 for it. Both great cars and gotta love Lexus reliability.

[@SacreDro]

To bad to hear for the LS400, how was is as in maintenance and fuel?

[@ja2022]

Never did anything to the LS maintenance wise besides tire rotation and oil change etc. Fuel, I was averaging around 17-20 mpg with mostly highway driving but also still some city driving. Pretty good considering a V8 with a 4 speed transmission.

[@kgisabeast]

ja2022 should've got a 350 or 460 the 06 300s have issues with carbon buildup in the engine due to a design flaw

[@N3RFTHIS]

in many places the 350 and 460 are not available

[@f-22raptor25]

How has the car been any issues in the past year?

[@edro31111]

Bought mine in July, 2011. My first Lexus but NOT my last! This car is a rocket! Great gas mileage, super quiet ride and unbelievable handling! Drive for hours with no fatigue. Downside? Uses premium gas which isn't so hot in 2012 and if you drive the dickens out of it, the tires are VERY expensive! Otherwise, helluva car!

[@MikeB-jn2bu]

Everything about this car has the sound and look of quality!

[@waynescott9938]

I'm saving up right now for an 06 GS 300... hope i can find one as nice as this one. What a beautiful automobile.

[@805NAVE]

2nd and 3rd gen GS are so frickin beautiful, I can’t choose which one I like more. Also 1st gen IS, LS430, and 2007-2012 ES350 are the best looking Lexus ever.

[@shawnsta7779]

98-00 LS400> ES anything lmfao

[@vincenttaylor4887]

Just bought one,the same color. I just love this car..!!

[@biggieshot2pac]

4:10 "It's all touch screen" *Pushes button*

[@andytwon91]

this car is A1.. im sold on it

[@MrIRekage]

Can’t believe this was a decade ago

[@mayowaolugboji3576]

The touch screen is more responsive than most vehicles in 2018 lol. I plan on getting this year and model as my 1st purchased and can’t wait

[@coolshariq]

Lol that I was thinking too 😂 responsive touch screen

[@dave11686]

Those silver gauges are awesome! I've always liked the GS models! Great videos as always!

[@sammy850701]

no lie, ur amazing... every car im lookin to get u have a video on it

[@ceasarnunez5652]

My car! 😍😍😍

[@LexusboyLS]

Beautiful car,inside & out.

[@TaylorMMontgomery]

my favorite lexus vehicle of all time! :)

[@coolshariq]

I found one 2006 GS 300 with 127 K miles well kept asking price is 5K is it worth it?

[@maddeninvestments]

Definitely.

[@SamKhan-zh9jn]

this thing is designed and engineered better than my 2018 Toyota C-HR

[@maddeninvestments]

What's the main differences?

[@anthonyjimenez2543]

My dad has had the car since I was a child and I’m soon going to turn 16 and the car is finally gonna be mine can’t wait

[@harambo9805]

This was back when they were actually made in Japan. And it shows.

[@DisneyMusicVideos]

Most Lexus' are still made in Japan including my 2016 GS350 F-Sport.

[@alexanikin9518]

Looks way ahead of it's time, planning on purchasing this one

[@bn781]

Still looking to purchase this car? I’m selling one in pearl white exterior and black leather interior with dark tinted windows

[@ecoledubusiness]

Je n'ai pas encore de voiture. C'est mon choix. Je suis tombé amoureux de cette Lexus. J'ai personnellement téléchargé ta vidéo et depuis plus d'un an maintenant, j'admire cette voiture à travers ta vidéo. Merci bien. Je rêve la posséder un jour dès que mes moyens me le permettront. Vivement que ce jour arrive....

[@omarwesj743]

I have the gs 430 and i love it solid car

[@VRCommy]

What a FANTASTIC tour video!! Much better than anything else I have been able to find on this car. Thanks very much it has given me an excellent idea of what this car is like. I feel like I actually went and saw one!

[@dianarug4662]

Timeless car. Beautiful

[@DutchManticore]

Wow.. this is even more of a nice car than I imagined.

[@seriesan]

i used to own this car, so good, its more like a 2010s car than a 2005 one. sold last year for $10k (~120000km)

[@kingdoge69]

How reliable was it for you? Currently looking at one for $6300 with 120k miles, clean title

[@geraldkittleberger8538]

I have a 2006 Lexus GS300 AND I LOVE IT. I TAKE GOOD CARE OF IT. I KEEP IT CLEAN , I USE GOOD WAX ON IT AND I CLAYBARE IT WHEN NEEDED. ITS BLACK IN AND OUT. IM LOOKING AT THE LEXUS THERE SHOWING RIGHT NOW. IM LOOKING AT THE ONE THERE SHOEING RIGHT NO. THERE ARE SOME THINGS THERE NOT SHOWING LIKE, THE AUTO TRUNK, THE HEAD LIGHTS THAT TURN AS YOU TURN THE WHEEL, HOW YOU CAN UK LOCKED ALL THE DOORS BY GRABING THE BACK DOOR HANDLE, AND THE REAR 3RD LIGHT THAT HAS A EYE IN IT, NOW WHAT THAT DOES IM NOT SURE. BUT FROM READING THE BOOK 'I THINK IT DIMS THE OUT SIDE mirrors. THE CAR HAS ALOT IF NICE THINGS IN IT. I HAVE THE ALL WHEEL DRIVE AND LET ME TELL YOU ITS NICE. IM A detailer MORE ON THAT LATER.

[@claygresham6906]

I am looking at a 2006 gs300 with 26,000 miles on it, have read a lot of reviews most were good but the negative ones were really bad, never owned a luxes before, have you had any major issues ?

[@kgisabeast]

I've got a 99 GS with 212k nothing's broken, I'm also looking at one of these

[@penvon]

Why don't you get the GS350,I think it'd be a better choice.Not saying that this is a bad choice.

[@f-22raptor25]

is the gs300 less reliable than the 350? or pretty similar.

[@tududecarfreako]

thnx, im looking to buy this car used,n it saved me a trip to the lexus dealer to look at the kind of accessories

[@CuttinitclosewithMackBowie]

Bingo for that car...O wait that car is in my garage! All jokes aside, I can't speak for all care ever made by Lexus but I own the GS 300 06 model and the IS 350 09 model I have not had any major issues. Well, the pistons did need replacing, but Lexus paid for them so, no no major issues. Good money well spent. Customer service is works class too.

[@seniorlopez2618]

Looking to get one of these for my second car lol. The gs350 tho, don't have the gs300 in New Zealand. So I better start saving up

[@MrParichay1]

They have it now bro

[@PillCozbee]

This looks like a sweet car and there are lots of them for 18k around.

[@JoyHarrison]

6

[@felixash9716]

Now they're around 6k

[@colelockridge5816]

Felix Ash I just bought one for 8500. But before you think I got ripped off, it’s one owner, 73k miles, every option, mind condition AWD

[@12373734]

Best GS video review ever. No more wonder :) I see it all in your cam.

[@TheCarArchives96]

the transmission on the 2006-present Lexus GS Transmission 6-speed automatic 8-speed automatic (AA80E) Hybrid: CVT

[@0SCARANDADRIANSHOW]

Anyone still driving this? Local dealership has one for 8k wondering if I should get it

[@maddeninvestments]

Definitely

[@Michael3752]

The GS is a fine car by most anybody's standards, I suspect; but I think one of the most beautiful and elegant sedans of all time is the Lexus LS 600...sheet-metal, along with the perfectly-complimenting alloys, iis so beautiful it's hard to take your eyes off of it!

[@kingdoge69]

Is it worth buying one with high mileage? Any major issues with this car? My budget is 5k but I can’t find any solid deals. Some people price them way too high like 8k for one that has 170k miles

[@BadaBing.UCF30]

I just bought one for around 3k, 2006 with 93k miles. Be aware that you are going to have to rebuild the entire suspension if the previous owner hasn't done so already. All the bushings were rotted out and all four shocks were shot on mine. It also needs a new ABS module and mine also suffers from carbon buildup and a bad camshaft position sensor on bank 2.

[@truthteller5521]

@@BadaBing.UCF30 how much did you spend rebuilding it?

[@BadaBing.UCF30]

@@truthteller5521 around $800 total, parts + labor

[@JsnLwrnce]

I really like the cashmere color seats

[@eddx56]

beautiful piece of machinery.

[@RizwanJaved26]

yup, I got mine for 20k and when people ask how much I got it for I say 50k and everyone believes me

[@byAudiQuattro]

Fantastic video on a great car. My dad drives one, excellent car.

[@amoran94]

I love the power rear shade!

[@TerryCPiano]

Which car do you guys think is better, the 2006 GS 300 or the 2007 ES 350? I can't decide which one, the ES 350 has a bigger engine but the GS 300 has better handling and more sportiness.

[@ameliaandes797]

Which car did you choose?

[@andytwon91]

ill take one in a fuckin heartbeat i wanted a 5 series but i see one on every corner

[@joestill2199]

Exactly!!!

[@thecoach4191]

11 years old video wow love it bro can I get this same model in 2022 in dubai

[@contractki11er]

I found one with 98K miles on it, do you think it will run for another 90K with no problems considering its reliability ???

[@antonshapovalenko7911]

Yea it should

[@Blackbarbienini]

Omg I want !!! 😍😍

[@IKhanNot]

Brandon Reeves should hire you. Quality video as always.

[@olangold6024]

Does it has a reverse camera

[@Epark22]

what a beautiful car.

[@sonnybliss]

This is a clean joint

[@AbsoloutelyNothing]

I think so. I'm currently looking at one with 80k miles for just under 20 grand.

[@Caprice259]

Great Video Kyle.

[@BMWX1M]

you don't have to put premium, i have a lexus rx 350 and i put regular, it still runs like a beauty

[@olieog]

Great Video, thanks for the effort

[@grovermcwilliams1393]

I love this 2006 Lexus GS 300 and the 2010 Toyota Avalon and if I can get one of these cars I get the Cadillac CTS 2014 I wood love to own these 3 car

[@TaylorMMontgomery]

@ooozmin the trim upgrade that puts the thick spoke sport wheels makes it look a TON better...

[@richie2nice]

hey kyle, love your videos. Is there a way you can get your hands on the super rare lexus gs sport design from the 2nd gen gs300

[@zakyum]

Amazing car, thanks 4 this video Ky

[@crystalscan2002]

nice looks car , nice video kyle

[@recon1071]

A real cup holder, Nice.

[@recon1071]

No cooled seats, a deal breaker here in Arizona.

[@imthemac420]

Gonna buy one tomorrow!!!

[@202poppop]

i like Lexus GS

[@hy77281]

The GS is such a nice looking car, can't say i like those rims though. Can u plz do the avalon next to the GS, thx, nice video by the way.

[@thatlexusguy7629]

I would really love one of these generation GS’s but I don’t really see a whole lot of these in good condition. Some of them in my area have some scratches,dents and title issues.

[@Ipadsss]

I'm interested in a similar version of this car. I haven't had time to look at it in person yet. Is the iPod Cable aftermarket? I'd imagine it would have to be.

[@felixash9716]

Thinking about getting one of these for a first car. Should I get one?

[@BMWX1M]

it doesn't matter, my RX is 2010 and I've been driving for 2 years and didn't have 1 single problem.

[@rorothegoatboat]

this or an Infiniti g35x ?

[@TheCarArchives96]

the 2005-present Lexus GS300 is assembled in Tahara, Aichi, Japan

[@baconnbootyy]

make a vid of that Avalon parked next to it

[@LakerKev]

For a few thousand dollars more you might as well get a GS350. The Nav comes standard and you get a 3.5 V6 which kicks out 303 hp. This 3.0 liter give you about 250hp.

[@webos1337]

Hey wait, my fully loaded GS 350 doesnt have aux. in??

[@TheCarArchives96]

the engines on the 2006-present Lexus GS Engine 3.0 L 3GR-FE V6 (Middle East) 3.0 L 3GR-FSE V6 3.5 L 2GR-FSE V6 4.3 L 3UZ-FE V8 4.6 L 1UR-FE V8

[@sparkarna]

Its a nice car but i think theres too much grey plastic that doesnt blend in at all with the wood or the leather and just makes it look like a toyota with leather and some wood on the dash. But thats just me. Great video kyle as always

[@luisinhoens90]

@ksumar So true, and you can keep your factory Casette/Cd player to keep your car as original as possible.

[@jchen0011]

06 gs300 with around 50k miles for 20 grand... good deal?

[@logannelson1]

Are these reliable? I’m looking at one with above 100,000 miles but am unsure how long it will last with that many miles. Anyone who has one with a lot of miles or has ever owned one please help.

[@layzorbeeemz7317]

Logan Nelson i have one with 352000km's, still runs and drives great.

[@logannelson1]

Ben Osborne thank you. Are they good in snow?

[@williamreed7793]

Logan Nelson they are if u have awd but i dont recommend it its low 2 the ground n i have rwd so i dont do snow

[@daviacasiano3479]

RomanAtwood Vlogs I bought one with 150k miles still runs like its new

[@pendropking1]

@@daviacasiano3479 how long ago was this purchase?

[@KlintiT]

Does this vehicle come with an Aux cord for music.

[@philburgo6463]

Klintis T I don't think so

[@williamreed7793]

no but they have a tape deck go oldschool n get dat tape with the cord n plug it 2 yo phone dats what i did 👍

[@karanleal5141]

It has buletooth buddy

[@jimberjamber8540]

Probably getting one of these soon. 88k so this thing will last me forever. I just wish it still had the 2jz so i could turbocharge it because kits for this model are basically non-existent. You have to fabricate your own manifold.

[@N3RFTHIS]

These arent really strong enough for any real beneficial level of forced induction. Just get an 04 model

[@Dantemxl]

That are one of the most beautiful gauges i have ever seen

[@PlaneAndSimple1]

@SuperSportSS i think that if you puut the key in, or turn on the radio it works...

[@902120]

If there's going to be a screen for the radio 'n such, why not go ahead and put in the navigation?

[@kingdoge69]

Can you connect your phone to play music? It had Bluetooth but I think older cars like these only had it for calling

[@honusbigtime591]

Correct

[@KR-jg7gc]

Oh.. And he said that it doesn't have a navigation.. Uhm.. People have Google maps sir...

[@SuperSportSS]

Also, with the push button start is there a way to have the accessories on but the engine off? It seems like you press the button the engine starts, and push it again and everything goes off. What if you wanted to listen to the radio with the engine off, for example?

[@925shah]

i love the review but how much for a brand new gs like this!!??

[@NinjaWarriorDude416]

Just got one yesterday :)

[@celsovera91]

what do you mean it's not equipped with navigation when there is a navigation screen? does it not have the disc?

[@jchen0011]

its a nice car, but everyone drives an is250/350. simply because it looks sleeker and smaller.

[@xXxzx280]

2jz engine ??

[@KANATADOMPIZ]

@davewhodavedunn It is bad it's called dry steering. Hard on suspension parts, wheel turning is easier for the car while in motion.

[@MercedesC300161]

Can u please do a 2008-2010 Chevy Tahoe and a 2010 Mercedes E-class if you can

[@teeituprt]

Awesome!

[@britneytimberlake11]

***** theres one for sale in sacramento with 154k miles for 12,888... should i get it or not? is this car reliable?