Forget The Lexus GS300, This Toyota Aristo Is a TWIN TURBO 2JZ Sedan

[@Toyota4Life]

Toyota makes the best Japanese sedans. This is a iconic car

[@Robbiedc2]

Y’all got it all wrong man. The Supra is the 2 door aristo

[@charlesbakston7414]

Or the Supra is half Aristo and Lexus SC 300/400 Coupe(300 has the 2JZ. And the Supra A80 MK4 literally came from the SC 400/300)

[@S123-d6t]

I don’t skip ads because I’m supporting an Aussie 👏🏼🔥

[@harryx6968]

Hows that work?

[@S123-d6t]

@@harryx6968 they get more from add revenue

[@igvtec]

Same here always.👍

[@ClayWong]

Mad love guys, thank you so much for the support!🤘🏻

[@robertdoughton9352]

Absolutely love Aristos. Makes so much sense to have one now with JDM cars hiking up in price at an insane rate. Here in Aus a proper 2jz TT supra goes for anywhere between & $80,000 - $150,000+ meanwhile grab one of the meanest, quickest family sedan for a bargain $20,000 - $40,000. Makes a lot of sense to me why the Artisto is a legend in its own right 😁

[@mrman8856]

Wow!!! They taxing over there. I have 2 Aristos coming from Japan grade 4 and they both cost me around 27k and that's with maintenance and storage until import.

[@rickbergolla4055]

@@mrman8856 27k each or for both?

[@YungSteambuns]

​@@rickbergolla4055probably for both, they're about a $10-12k car

[@YouMirin]

They're hitting the 20's now, starting to ramp up in price

[@mbaset]

I bought a JZS161 as a daily to go with my JZA80. Such a great car for a daily. Quality and comfort. This one reviewed is a base model. You will be more impressed with the heated leather seats, rear electric shade and auto air freshener. Very JDM.

[@TheMuzikall]

Even the base GS300 is fun to drive...👏

[@igvtec]

Mate picked up one for a bargain $1200 for n/a model 2J GS300 Lexus that is and he knows what he's got he's not selling it. At the moment he is building the bottom end for boost.👍

[@surenberugoda161]

Yea finally an aristo

[@ClayWong]

The big bad four-door Toyota’s go so hard!😈

[@RideDriveandbuildAU]

I miss my Lexus GS 300, it was no turbo but still a fantastic car.

[@ClayWong]

2JZ power!🔥

[@ThaGVPSon]

I have a chevy trailblazer currently and want a fast fun second vehicle and iv narrowed down the choices between a chevy camaro SS around 2012 or an early 2000s lexus gs300 that I'll build to the same specs replicating the twin turbo JDM Aristo making around 400 horsepower. It's hard to decide but I'm leaning towards the GS300 cuz it would be more practical and a really badass sleeper sedan.

[@juzilla.4475]

An Aristo or JZX110 would be an ideal underrated daily

[@samthomson3394]

Gt4 caldina aswell

[@coopsnz1]

Jx110 pricey in Japan now 2 million yen

[@kriskool420]

Your absolutely right “The one and only 4 dr supra” the aristo needs more recognition‼️

[@dungdoan9830]

Nice 👍

[@iiFreaqz]

My mate just bought the first gen aristo and he is loving it, bit more head room than this generation, 6'4 and we had to lean the seats back. But the one in the video has the vvti version which has more torque down low, yet the first gen has a veilside kit which looks absolutely nuts, these cars could be capable of walking away from anything on the streets... im so keen

[@juzzjeans754]

Very recently, I was deciding between this model Aristo and the VF SSV Redline series 2. I brought the redline instead but I plan on adding an Aristo still in the future! Best of both worlds ❤

[@sammccarthy3262]

I've had both cars have the Aristo currently I think I prefer the V8 it's a little easier to handle sideways

[@juzzjeans754]

@@sammccarthy3262 much better technology in the VF and that LS power is just awsome

[@raywaltdecuba5699]

Did you know that the 2JZGE found in the Aristo and GS300 are the same block as the 2JZGETT only rods and pistons are different. Funnier yet you put TT rods in pistons in a 2JZGE you practically have a 2jzGETT. Some people on supra forums boosted the GE engine to over 500rwhp with stock internals. Put TT headgasket on the GE and you can now boost up to 20 psi good enought to make crazy power, add headstuds and go gamble on the dyno. make sure your fuel system, computer is at level. Recommended transmission if you want it to stay AT is A340E. People sleeping on these, where i'm from thay scrap the gs and aristo only to obtain the engine as a spare for their supras. Now more and more people are buying aristos and modding them. In Japan they are loved and in the west overlooked.

[@MP-Fin]

Thanks for the video. I really liked it. Hello from Finland!

[@aristomod2635]

I have the gs300 over here in America and with some slight modifications the thing actually handles pretty decent it’s no 240sx but I’ve got my slammed on coil overs adjusted my preload and dampening and it does great on the curvy back roads she needs boost tho

[@-hawtzauce-1108]

Get a decent LSD my 2001_S160 slides effortless now all engine "bolt ons" an full sway/strut bars on full ride tech bags it's hilarious

[@afzGTR]

Anyone else noticed the brake light delete on the boot?

[@-hawtzauce-1108]

It's got me on a fence higher than trumps border wall 😅

[@funkaydonkey]

Glad I got mine 7 years ago. Prices are retarded now. Cool cars though, and not many people knew what it was. Also pwr button just holds gears longer, doesn’t “change engine mapping”. And the power level on stock twins gets old after a while tbh.

[@judeelcheikh7698]

VERY UNDERRATED

[@TrackRecord3455]

Your profile picture is very underated

[@danmurphy5889]

Aristo prices just went up another 20% after this

[@DJPixelGirl]

Boooo! We want them cheap 👀🤪

[@coopsnz1]

One in Japan 439000yen with 385000km

[@EnjoiRC]

So is gas haha

[@joelstatosky1817]

@@coopsnz1 extremely cheap, but high millage

[@ClayWong]

One of the last ‘fairly priced’ Toyota’s left out there!🥵

[@KeenanStyles]

I actually had two of these at one point. I kinda regret selling my first one because it was so nice. But after a couple of weeks driving it I was just bored. Back then it was my only car so I wanted something more fun but now with a fleet I do wish I didn’t sell it 🤦🏾

[@Phaseillfigure]

which car did you drive that excited you more !? Just curious

[@mrman8856]

@@Phaseillfigure A Honda civic lol

[@charlesbakston7414]

@@mrman8856 Clearly you don't know this guy... He got way more than "a civic"

[@openureyes]

Fantastic motor great quality video

[@ryanyeethegifted]

Aristo is a perfect car. I knew it bcos I drove it before.

[@chikkutomreji4144]

bombastic side eye

[@mazfgit]

Great cars these, friend had one sounded great.

[@samthomson3394]

Need to try a gt4 caldina for daily aswell

[@theonecalledvino8165]

I saw a guy driving one in northern Cali yesterday. I wanted the GS anyways, but I would rock this one

[@JoyManoppo]

My friends bought this gs300 and used for drifting or race in the freeway

[@creationz2747]

1k like baby thanks for the video and information subbed

[@pizpiz1923]

It's nice to have a sunroof. I'm on Aristo, too.

[@Baz9667]

If you want to keep the Toyota theme going, happy to meet up and you can suss an 09 crown majesta

[@Motown952]

You are a master at cinematography sir.

[@momomans]

100%

[@NazimUddin-yk2tz]

Sleeper Supra 🔥

[@user2917]

Nice colour have a gs300 1998 and can't wait to see what you going to do to it you can put bigger injectors and upgrade the turbo and intercooler

[@haydenmilles6662]

I'd love to see how this compares to the gs400. I've picked one up over the winter and am azed with the performance and luxury.

[@ssjdavid]

Gs400 are amazing cars smooth reliable V8 but I love the 2jz turbo

[@mrman8856]

There is no comparison lol. But seriously the difference is one has more tuning potential, which would be the 2jz.

[@travisstamp7428]

I got a gs400 last year and already put 38k miles on it. Best car I've ever had by far! I love my GS 💙💙

[@247garagedoorsolutions8]

Mate... nice. But I don't know about the chromed tail lights

[@devlad]

Sweet, another Victorian Aristo like mine!

[@engineered_4u115]

The “gentleman’s Supra”. Clay I drive a JZX171… 1999 Crown Athlete V, 1JZGTE

[@jaysofasttv6624]

I have a built 1991 I’m planning on getting back running after sitting for 7 years

[@jayantsadhoe7566]

Can't wait for the prices go through the roof

[@nickgalea82]

Great video and the Aristo would make a fine daily. Also the shots from Nguyen's has me craving a banh mi now.

[@turbogears900]

I like to see more of these aristo

[@dirtydonrx7948]

Just bought one last year for 10k cad with 86km on it, felt like I stole it.

[@ProdKY-fe7pl]

It’s crazy how these are making noise now it’s so goooood, I just bought that exact car and can’t be more excited

[@ClayWong]

Can’t wait to see what you do with it man!😬

[@sadistyk_1671]

whats your region and where did you get it? I have a GS300

[@ProdKY-fe7pl]

@@ClayWong thank you bro!

[@Jules-69lol]

Lovely now the prices will skyrocket

[@kristynstill8450]

Ive recently purchased one i bloody love it

[@jaysofasttv6624]

Is it the gte version and how much did u purchased it for it ?

[@kristynstill8450]

@@jaysofasttv6624 yes is is a gte im in new zealand its called a aristo v300 over here i payed 15000$ with 68000kms on it.

[@jaysofasttv6624]

@@kristynstill8450 nice I have one thats been sitting for about 7 years. Gutted, cammed, and have a Chevy power glide trans in it and converted to left hand drive because I’m from America. Just wanted to get an estimate on how much it’s worth, thinking about getting it back running and selling it if the price is right

[@kristynstill8450]

@@jaysofasttv6624 sounds sweet mate i love my v8s aswell

[@turbogears900]

I like to see this car again

[@dungdoan9830]

I subscribe

[@4agze87]

the 2jzgte came first in JZS147 right? before supra.?

[@patrickizumi]

Hi Clay, any chance of reviewing a 2000 Subaru Legacy B4 RSK?

[@sammccarthy3262]

I can do it for you they go good use heaps of fuel when the second turbo kicks in around corners it is very scary sound good with an exhaust did I say used heaps of fuel if ever breaks down get the wallet out I had one . Silver 5spd twin turbo b4 rsk

[@khemrajnelson9980]

Is the parts in America compatible for this car or do I have to get part from Japan?

[@Callmelucky]

Have one on 3piece wheels, full suspension and slammed w full front end aristo. However it is a car that transmission goes bad and its common (already swapped mine) and among other things that to bad like the abs computer or etc. it is however dope it came out w a 2j then a 4.0 and a 4.3 for those who dont know.

[@TheSwedishCarGuy]

LOVE THE ARISTO :D

[@DJPixelGirl]

Subscribed after seeing this 💥

[@supajdm689]

Great video ! Ever seen the Tom's version of this amazing car ?

[@Tuxxyboogie]

Love the car!

[@montio4483]

can u drive an sh forester, perfect daily

[@onlysilv]

The cloth interior hasn't been brought up. Never available in the states! I recall the is300 had a all cloth available with slicktop roof!

[@statikgs404]

I'm on my 3rd gs in the past 6yrs....the US GS300 as slow as it may be by today's standards, it's still a very fun car to drive and depending which one you can find you can get stock navigation that will still work great Today! And the shifters on the steering wheel which adds another level of enjoyment...it is also a great car for ppl that are tall lol...doesn't take much to make them look beautiful and sound beautiful....unfortunately to do the 2j swap and all has become ridiculously expensive but you can always go the NA T route....for a daily you don't really need anything over 400-450 I would say lol

[@Hype679]

Honestly, I'm on the fence. The GS300 is always good, but a GS400 seems like it'd be a little bit better.

[@mrman8856]

@@Hype679 I suggest you do some more research. Lol

[@Hype679]

@@mrman8856 Locally, the 1uz seems like the cheaper one to deal with. I'm mainly worried about finding a GS that isn't two steps from falling apart. ready to crack in two, or already wrecked twice.

[@mrman8856]

@@Hype679 Where are you?

[@Hype679]

@@mrman8856 Midwestern US. Cars tend to live hard lives here.

[@MoistMemes94]

Crown athlete v or Aristo v300?? I can't decided what to get

[@VideoNinjaPlayz]

Aristo 100%

[@ruffus1832]

Athlete v looks amazing but the trans is far weaker than the trans in an aristo

[@kemalkeza6795]

this isnt the 1st aristo with a 2jz gte, this is the successor, the original was like 1991

[@LovinTheHarderStylez]

He said that too lol, just a bit later in the video.

[@moistfingers9778]

i hate when people give these cars attention, why you gotta make the prices go up. I would love to get one of these cars when i can, gotta hope that the prices stay reasonable

[@jdmimportlogistics]

Great review Clay! Wish you would of at least shown a quick screenshot of the Giorgetto Giugiaro designed JZS147

[@jazzy8459]

2jz 😍😍😍

[@DJPixelGirl]

Yes Aristo

[@clarksonoceallachain8536]

I plan on getting the smoll version of that car The daihatsu opti beex The only model of kei car that is a saloon

[@pnwsmoke6758]

What is a good price for one of these now(USA)?

[@Ksilla007]

U can find the Aristo as a S300 with a 2jz GE for as low as 10k, maybe even lower if u can find it but the V300 with the GTE can cost between 15k-25k. U could probably get it cheaper if you import yourself from Japan.

[@pnwsmoke6758]

@ksilla8390 Thank you sir! Found one(gte) for 16k with 130k something but I'm not sure if thats kilometers or miles, would 16k be a decent deal with that 130k miles if that is the case?

[@Ksilla007]

@@pnwsmoke6758​​⁠​⁠​⁠eh kinda, u can find Aristos with the GTE under 100k miles for around the same price. 130k isn't too bad since its a 2j and 130k isn't even half of the engine's lifespan but you can definitely find an Aristo with like 80k miles for like 17k-18k. If you plan on getting an Aristo, never settle for the first one you see. Always look for more.

[@frenchi1]

I love where you live man! Florida?

[@frenchi1]

Heard Australia! My bad!

[@sluphwoohoon7451]

The 2j was dead ass built for the aristo

[@starletnights1]

Damn now I want one lol

[@TrackRecord3455]

The twin turbos and the thumb shift on the steering wheel.

[@stopspin]

You should try the nissan fuga v8 which is the rival model of this car.

[@alekmisiak771]

Aristo mk1 the best

[@samyi3227]

It’s kinda funny how we badge our US models to the Japanese originals yet the Japanese prefer our release for some reason

[@coopsnz1]

439000yen with 385000km , why prices going up in Australia

[@bernihstv729]

What front lip is that?

[@momomans]

Been trying to find out the same thing. Does anyone know?

[@thejdmschoolaltacc2624]

Ayo im late but no cap i might get this as my first car...but i like the 1st gwn wayyy more (just my opinion people)

[@timthewhiskynut477]

Is that a stock exhaust or something? Extremely quiet!

[@ohyeahyeah6881]

Trd exhaust, so technically could be considered a factory exhaust

[@Tutankhamun1333]

To be honest the rare toms version has 326BHP where the v300 has 276bhp.

[@dominofive5075]

That's funny. I'm badging mine as a toyota after the gte swap

[@OGSirSmokezAlot]

It's funny how in u.s we want aristo, over there you want lexus

[@marcbeebee6969]

Bro my german lexus gs300 from 2001 has a 5 gear automatik from factory. Anyone need to buy that?

[@MrMalakalopoulos]

I think the Lexus GS300 has a 5 speed auto instead of the 4 in the S300

[@jerrto]

my dad has this one but the gs400 with a v8

[@dodgecao8798]

Why my mate’s car got more viewers than mine? I’m jealous.

[@harryx6968]

Ford Fairmont or fairlane is a good choice.

[@wazzabanzook5028]

I daily my gc8 club spec evo4 no problems

[@Awlansee]

Try out a Lexus ISF :)

[@tayzpaid4471]

The only thing you will regret is the gas ... good thing it's much cheaper in aus

[@EnjoiRC]

Ya here is Canada it’s costing me so much. Thinking of throwing a medium sized single and getting a Honda lol

[@grabir01]

Rightside drive is not useful here in USA unless you deliver mail.

[@BraaapBraaap69]

The shifting is anything but "immersive" jfc.

[@matinghaderzadeh3868]

The jzx110 is a much better choice imo!

[@AmanOU2be]

Altezza never had the 2JZ-GTE?

[@ollie786]

No, Altezzas had naturally aspirated 1G, 2J and 3S options only.

[@gwot]

just cuz it's got a 2JZ doesn't make it a "Supra"... stop calling 2JZ cars Supras...

[@mrman8856]

And because a Supra has a 2JZ doesn't make it an Aristo lol

[@charlesbakston7414]

@@mrman8856 That, or doesn't make the Supra a Lexus SC 400/300 Coupe.... literally the MK4 A80 Supra came from the SC 400/300. And the 300 had the 2JZ long before the A80 existed. Go figure

[@mrman8856]

@@charlesbakston7414 The 300 had the 2JZ before ALL OF THEM

[@jamessilby1814]

Galant vr4 evo o

[@sweissco345]

Sad that these are getting wrecked just for engine

[@rocky_a1500]

Get a Toyota sportive hatchback

[@jhonsm8th322]

The aristo is an underated car your ruining it by making it main stream. Dont tell them

[@lexusthangs9624]

It says Lexus

[@mrman8856]

Because in Japan they prefer the badges. So they switch it out.

[@lexusthangs9624]

And we want the Toyota ones …

[@mrman8856]

@lexusthangs9624 I don't. I have the engine that's all I need. Lol. But I do have 2 waiting to be imported. Bought them about 4 years ago now.

[@lexusthangs9624]

@@mrman8856 yea sadly we don’t have the engine too.. nom turbo bs

[@charlesbakston7414]

Lexus is apparently Toyota (like Lincoln is to Ford).