Why you should NEVER purchase the Lexus GS350.

[@audreyzondo9070]

So you would lease a inexpensive to maintain and it will last for your whole life. So what should we buy huh? A fucking Mercedes or BMW. SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT I SHOULD BUT INSTEAD.

[@negotiationguides]

Instead of carrying out your anger pointlessly on a title, pay attention to what I’m actually saying first. I’m trying to get across that it’s better IF you’re trying to purchase this car brand new, instead of CPO, to lease it then buy it off lease, OR, purchase it used. You’ll save way more money.

[@glackaglack1534]

This dude maybe working for Lexus because leasing then buying only work for commercial Vehicle that is used to make money. So I wouldn’t recommend listening to this guy.

[@ambull80]

@@negotiationguides Great video! if i were to buy one next week, would a used 2016/17 for $25k max be a good deal?

[@augurcybernaut4785]

Yes Its me you should buy a ‘Y’.

[@augurcybernaut4785]

Ari Janessian Has NO SIR BY TITLING YOU VIDEO THEY WAY YOU DID, YOU ARE DOING EXACTLY WHAT ALL CAR SALESMAN HAVE BEEN KNOWN FOR.....

[@ezzz8432]

Title: why you should never buy a Lexus GS350 Comments: I love my GS350

[@mike8733]

I didn't watch the video. I went into the comments section instead. Glad I did that.

[@robertbourke8618]

@@mike8733 that's what im doing now, have no patience for click bait

[@luisruizcalderon2450]

The title is insulting

[@lapulgaencuerayrabiosa9778]

@@luisruizcalderon2450 It's clickbait 100%. I still don't agree with that he said.

[@8corymix8]

Do you still have the GS? I'm looking for a GS or an ES

[@pnwmv]

I will always buy a Lexus. Reliable AF

[@yannolove1335]

@@MrAnderson610 it is

[@victorkenarsy3024]

Supreme 12860 Following your example the Lexus is a boring basic bitch that doesn’t turn heads and is below average in the bedroom. I’d rather have a great time even if it’s for a short time BMW

[@ericgershon3492]

@@victorkenarsy3024 true for most Lexus cars, definitely not the lc500

[@christiancanyoutube]

@@victorkenarsy3024 literally get any Lexus 350 and mess with the exhaust a bit, get a tune and some wheels and you will be turning more heads on the street than you know it

[@BlueStar712]

Same here solid cars for the long haul

[@socalrob26]

I have owned about 14 cars in my lifetime and my GS350 F-Sport is by far the most reliable & comfortable car ever. 126k miles and still looks & runs like new.

[@xXWillyxWonkaXx]

in case anybody is wondering, he starts to properly talk about it at 3:14

[@AllThisThingsIHateU]

thanks bro

[@o.gmirell2272]

Thank you very much….i truly needed that

[@shahstah]

Thanx he clearly on sum other shyt 🤣🤣

[@vlone_slatt3504]

@@chinoskateboardv shut up

[@smamq]

The real MVP right here

[@air142009]

Just got my Lexus GS350 F Sport with Cabernet seats , best damn car I've owned . I wish this thing could turn into a house ! I'd live in it

[@izzy29413]

Just put Michelin as3+ on mine 👌🏼

[@jasonmeler8759]

Cool! I am going to pick mine up tomorrow at Lexus of Austin. I am beyond excited!! I am getting the GS 350 F-Sport in atomic silver with black interior.

[@air142009]

@@jasonmeler8759 good stuff man hope you enjoy. I'm warming up my beauty as we speak .

[@DisneyMusicVideos]

@@jasonmeler8759 Nice! I just bought a used 2016 GS350 F-Sport (white exterior, red interior) last month with 41k miles for $28k (Was $58k when it was new). It replaced a 2017 IS200t F-Sport & has been an absolutely incredible car so far! Rides & handles like a dream!

[@BS-ib2ch]

@@DisneyMusicVideos I'm literally looking at this same car tomorrow at a dealer. Same model, same amount of miles and same price lol. Going to see if I can chew them down if I like the car since they've had it for a year on their lot...which makes me suspicious. It looks pristine in and out, we'll see how it drives.

[@buzzbobforu]

I have owned a lot of cars but the best car I have ever owned was the GSF sport.

[@sicboy83]

Bout one last September. White with the reddish interior. Love it

[@domdrty]

GSF? or a GS 350 FSport? Not the same cars.

[@sicboy83]

@@domdrty F sport. The V8 is just GS F. No sport in its name

[@miketheman4341]

domdrty Neither is a Porsche or M car! No Lexus has ever won any class it’s competed in!

[@buzzbobforu]

@@miketheman4341 I care how the car drives and how reliable it is. what do I car about stupid racing competitions!

[@sicilylive2203]

My 98 gs 400 just hit 150k miles and pulls like a beast it's a classic with great looks 21 years later it's insane. I will never get rid of it.

[@wifidaybreak]

Lexus hands down,BMW live in the service dept.

[@jeffl1944]

Lexus IS a Toyota dude

[@jettagliturbo]

@@jeffl1944 That is why it is the best

[@nexushexus4365]

I drove a Lexus and fell asleep driving it, no thanks.

[@wifidaybreak]

@@nexushexus4365 Nice and Smooth.

[@victorkenarsy3024]

wifi2017 daybreak He probably meant it was a boring drive. I tested a RC350 and was bored - BMW was better in terms of driving

[@wslascla31]

My self I have a 2001 Lexus GS300 runs like a beast never consumes oil. Took it once to South Bay Lexus to service and tech told me bro don’t get rid of that car those are Lexus best engines.

[@rustyshackleford6799]

InnerGuide For real. My friend has one he tells me all the time. Even though he has some button that’s supposed to help with gas mileage saving but it doesn’t do shit.

[@seanwiiliams2753]

They not lieing bullet proof engines and transmission

[@japnikki]

I bought a 2016 GS I love it! Best for quality and safety

[@purepower333]

Totally agree, never leasing follow dave Ramsey

[@MrNuggetface]

Love my 16 GS.

[@Bwatt5000]

“You can lease this car twice and still have some money leftover” Uh yea, but you won’t have a...car.. 🤔

[@willread8376]

😂💀

[@BRBallin1]

I disliked the video just based on the title

[@jonnybones6952]

BRBallin1 He’s a fucking troll

[@bernienebenfuhr8773]

Probably just his hook, but the logic is ok and the video informative.

[@BRBallin1]

Leasing a Lexus is an insult to its reliability. My Lexus family currently owns a 1995 ES300 on its last leg, 2008 ES350 still running great, and 2013 GS350

[@sicboy83]

The 2008 es models were the best styling for me until they finally made them better in 2019. Timeless design from that era

[@seanwiiliams2753]

Smart family Lexus family I respect

[@grovdogg19]

Great points buts its a Lexus man. That car has great value, be bulletproof and age like fine wine!!! Id say if you love it go ahead and purchase it.

[@negotiationguides]

I agree ... in this video i am saying its much better to just buy it used as a CPO or off lease instead of brand new.

[@rellykz2175]

You can easily find a one year leased RCF or GSF for hella cheap. They depreciate but Lexus depreciation really tanks only in the first year then it's gradual and steady for the F models. A 2016 RCF is around 44k-48k, a 2016 M4 is 40k-44k with a diff in msrp being 3-4k more for the M4. Sheesh. You'll find more off leased F80/82's than GSF's or RCF's as well, but the depreciation is a yikes.

[@r.d.9399]

Not all Lexus vehicles are bulletproof. That fallacy needs to die.

[@grovdogg19]

@@r.d.9399 They are GENERALLY all bulletproof cars for damn sure! Sure if you dont mantain a Lexus its not gonna be as reliable. I know what im talking about dude. Shut up

[@r.d.9399]

@@grovdogg19 Not in the bit honest on your part or you're just not knowledgeable. Go look up the 2007 Lexus ES 350 and come talk your shit again. Most people get stuck into your type of thinking an end up with a costly reality check on the back end.

[@LifeISMagix]

I leased a 2017 GS 350 F Sport and I got it out the door at $48,000 from the initial $60,300. 0 down, 3 year lease and 15k miles yearly @ $698/month. Problem is, if you get rim and tire protection, add the full coverage insurance (mandatory with leases!) and gas money, you are easily at $1000/month. Insurance for my GS was $212. I don’t think leasing is a good idea either, considering you can get a 2-3 year old GS with 40,000 miles at around $25-36000. Just buy it cash when you can afford it used or take a 0% APR loan from somewhere for 60 months and pay it off until it’s yours. The engines should easily run to 500k miles so if you don’t need a new car every 5 years, this car will be there for you for 15-20 years.

[@bernienebenfuhr8773]

I guess he is assuming that some folk must get a new car and in that context, his rationale is pretty solid for the lease. I just sold my 2000 GS300 with 236 kms for an immaculate '05 GS300 with only 112k's (~67,000 miles). Looks awesome in black drives like new, has the gorgeous 18" alloys from the GS430 and everything works perfectly; I expect it will sail through 20 yrs of age without major issues.

[@ryanshannon6963]

The off-msrp was solid, but you're paying for that 15k/yr in that 698. He's going with a 10k/yr lease example payment. I imagine that isn't too much driving in Boston, which is pretty much the opposite of what I experience here in OK, save for Bostonians hitting Rhode Island because 'The Island' ::sucks:: What he was getting at is that built into the lease > purchase for a GS (which some yobo previously doesn't understand), is that the 3500 you get in the lease deal carries over into your potential purchase post-lease. If you just straight up purchase at the beginning then you don't get that extra 3500 and you're still doing the same thing, taking possession of the vehicle until it's paid off, traded in, sold, etc...It's like a Back Door Roth IRA: You put stuff into a 401(k), but then roll it over into a Roth because you're getting some more incentives with the 401(k) that you'd otherwise never see in the typical execution of a Roth. It's okay Ari, some people can't math, and that's how you make money.

[@khoiquach]

Hugfest...Wow, how can you negotiate more than 20% off the MSRP? Most of us got 11% and dealer wouldn't go down further.

[@bluexiong3492]

I would never buy a bmw, mercedes, and especially Volkswagen. If you ever work on cars then you know what bmw stands for. Big Money Wasted.

[@bluexiong3492]

@@albundy3929 I don't care what you buy go back and read my comment 3 more times and get it they your thick head.

[@zorkman111]

I work on my own car, a BMW, and it really hasn't costed much at all. $43 for full synthetic oil change. $100 for starter with starter bolts and new intake manifold gaskets. $15 for oil filter housing gasket. I think like $30 for a new belt tensioner. Maybe like $30-50 for a valve cover gasket kit. I really don't get all the fuss about how expensive people think parts are. Just keep up with the basic maintenance and dont let problems build up. I drive mine hard all the time and have had no outstanding or weird issues.

[@troytruong8246]

zorkman111 glad u can fix your own car. Most people dont know how. Its a money pit. Smart people will never buy these overpriced pos euro cars. They lease them.

[@khdroid123]

@@zorkman111 valve cover gasket, lol. $$$$$$$ good you can fix it.

[@seanwiiliams2753]

😂😂

[@familyman247]

I purchased my 2013 Lexus GS350 f sport in 2016 as a CPO lease return. I was able to pay it off in two years only has 43k on it, Great car!

[@eddie-gomez9154]

How much is insurance cost?

[@familyman247]

Ffidel Ccastro can’t remember how much I’m paying the my Lexus by itself because we have 4 cars which is 340.00 a month full coverage on all.

[@eddie-gomez9154]

Ok thanks

[@negotiationguides]

It really is a fantastic vehicle !

[@sunnyboy8644]

i'm a car noob, can you please explain what exactly is a CPO lease return for the Lexus? thanks.

[@RizwanJaved26]

I had a 06 GS300 and after that LS460. LS460 was more comfortable but GS was the absolute best combination of comfort and sport. I enjoyed driving the GS more and never complained about it not being comfortable enough. GS is extremely comfortable and the LS just feels like you’re floating. I’m probably going to switch back to a 07-12 GS.

[@lancercool1992]

No brand new car is worth buying, I think this is why leasing eventually became an option, fewer people are buying new cars and manufacturers need ways to push out new cars. So leasing naturally should be a better deal than buying, at least on the surface.

[@r.d.9399]

At the same time it's inflating used car prices to a point where the market will crash. Scary times we live in.

[@shahstah]

Who buys something to retain 90% of the value after use?...i usually make purchases based on if i can afford it or not...but maybe thats just me 🤣🤣🤣

[@andrewl8251]

It is never best to lease a car, especially for a car that holds its value like Lexus cars do. Lease X2 and you're left with $0 on returning the car, buy it and after payments you can sell it for $20k or more. Keep it another 3 more years and that's $0

[@cottagegymfun]

My lease on the RX is up in a few months. I will be buying a used GS. A terrific car and a great price. I''m the keep the car for 10 years type of guy.

[@cottagegymfun]

@@bruceyung70 thanks Bruce. And you got me lol . I'm having trouble deciding between the ES, GS, and LS. Haha they are all so darn good.

[@Ghost-my1tr]

I'm the "keep the car for 10,000 miles" type of guy lol.

[@ZS-xi4xk]

@@cottagegymfun Well the LS is not anywhere near the other two in terms of class. The ES is front wheel drive, so if you care for driving dynamics then that's not it. The GS and the LS are separated by at least an entire class of car, but there's no doubt that the LS has the newest Lexus interior. Really it's up to you, do you want a sportier car or a gentle cruiser? You could get a GS-F if you want a sports car, or the GS 350 F-Sport so you can save some money, and still have a sportier oriented car. In my opinion, the LS with the F-Sport package looks the best, and also the 3.5TT engine is very torquey and has a good amount of power. At the end of the day, all of their calls are very great to lease.

[@air142009]

Just got my gs . Cabernet interior . Gonna be in the family for generations

[@pablocruiser209]

It rarely makes sense buying a new car unless you enjoy watching 30% or more of that purchase price go up in smoke in the next 12 months.

[@Thirstyplane55]

Own the GS it’s an awesome car I’m getting it wrapped tomorrow pretty excited. The GS’s seem like they would be clunky but they’re actually super nimble

[@Kendalladkins]

Why did you completely neglect the fact that at the end of the 5 years, you get to keep the car and have no payments whereas in 6 years of leasing, you basically spent the same amount and ended up with no car? The cash leaving your pocket and the assets acquired both need to be taken into account. A 5-6 year old GS 350 is still worth $20,000 or so. In a lease, you wouldn't have that $20,000 towards your next vehicle. Or you could just drive it payment free.

[@shonmccarthy229]

5:36 what is your math here? It is 1 grand cheaper just to buy it, and you might as well get it used for 18k and it having 50k miles since it probably will last 400k miles... Yes, I know about acquisition fees and such, but the once you lease it for 4 years, the price you suddenly buy it for would be, like I said, 18k. So 52,565 + 18k . You are then paying 70565 for something you could have bought new at 51k.... And yes, go on Craigslist CarGurus, LetGo, or just whatever you use, and go look at the prices of a 2014 Lexus Gs 350 which has alost all the features of a new one, and you tell me the price. Leasing it and buying it later just does not make since. 🤦‍♂️

[@thedailylunchbox-foodforth6307]

Bought a 2015 Lexus GS 350 F Sport AWD for 30k with 19k miles and I absolutely love this purchase. The car is amazing and I will one day pass it down to my kid.

[@robgrantfund5375]

Have your thoughts changed any or do you still love it?

[@KingzleyATM]

yeah, do you still have it?

[@fizzicuhl]

Owned my 2016 gs350 for 3 years and I couldn’t be happier❤️

[@wjm3018]

I would rather buy a LEXUS over a BMW, Mercedes. I dont want to be stranded on the side of the road middle of a cold night and not able to drive it since its inside a garage getting fixed.

[@wm5723]

I just a bought a 2013 loaded. Mark Levinson sound which is absolutely amazing. Car was garage kept with 36,000 miles on it in mint condition. Paid $23,500. I searched a long time and being patient paid off. Buying a used car can be risky. I even got my preferred color choice for Int/ext.

[@Bogarts1994]

w m is yours rear wheel or awd?

[@wm5723]

RWD

[@mikexcanxjerk]

What the mpg like ?

[@wm5723]

Miko 17- 20 city 29-31Hwy

[@jerzyfam]

Granted I didn't watch but I've owned 2 GS (06/13) over the last 9 years and have only had an ac compressor go up on me out of the ordinary. Best 2 reliable cars I've owned.

[@tylerwerner6413]

I bought a loaded 1 owner, clean carfax, all service at dealer, GS350 awd non f-sport with 78k miles ($60k brand new MSRP) in October 2018 for $19k. Absolutely love it, felt like I got a steal on it! If you want to buy a Lexus and don't mind being the 2nd owner, buy a 4 or 5 year old Lexus and save $30k-$40k

[@negotiationguides]

Used is definitely the way to go!!

[@tylerwerner6413]

Absolutely, it's a huge value used in the mid $20k

[@khoiquach]

I am looking at 2016 GS350 RWD with only 26400 miles, about 29773 usd before tax. Still negotiate down more. That's like saving more than 25000 usd off the new one. I have a new RX350 and really love how comfort and quiet it is.

[@alinmatti786]

I bought a used 2015 white gs350 F sport crafted line with every option you can have , and I love it !!!

[@markl5156]

How many miles and at what price? Looking to purchase the same

[@alinmatti786]

29k miles. For 33k

[@d_nguy]

@@alinmatti786 When did you purchase it?

[@alinmatti786]

@@d_nguy August of last year

[@toyshop98]

MATTI MATTI is it pretty fast with 306 horsepower or should i go for 311

[@DisneyMusicVideos]

I have a white on red 2016 GS350 F-Sport that I bought used back in June 2020 with 41k miles for $31k after taxes (Original MSRP $58k) now with 67k miles & has been an absolutely incredible car that I'm planning on keeping for a very long time. I love it now more than ever & I would buy the same car again as of now & I'll probably be saying the same thing five years from now. It's that good.

[@jca65lb]

I got my 2013 Gs300 back in 2018 w/50k miles paid 26k. Absolutely love the car. Got its at 1% APR

[@derspeed5796]

You should never be the original purchaser of any luxury car. You always lose. I’ve even purchased cars for below invoice. I did lease one of my Benzs and then buy it after the lease was up. I would do that again. My next car will likely be a Lexus.

[@kozicki4]

Purchasing a 2016 gs350 f CPO with one owner low mileage. I think the price point is much better now.

[@CasualXCars]

Buying a car = 60 months = higher monthly payment... Leasing a car = 3 years > then purchasing the same car on 5yr loan = 8 years of payments = lower monthly payments... Amount paid over the course of these two different purchasing methods - IS THE SAME ... therefore, there is no "saving" but ultimate decision, do you like to pay more, pay off early and drive and maintain car for longer term... OR do you want to lease and have option to "get out of it" ... At the end - you will return lease, and throw close to 20-25k out of the window, and dive right into another lease... in my experience those are the facts, because who is determined to keep the car, they do not lease it they buy it... whoever leases the car, they lease it, return it and move onto another better model, newer model, etc.

[@mrmm7322]

I own 2016 gs 350 f sport 4 years I had no issues just oil change and go keep your BMW and keep repairing and spend your money and life at the michanic garage Good luck

[@Iskateminilogo]

Mr M M did you buy it with a warranty and how many miles?

[@Iegend17]

But you will still pay fees and doc fees twice. When you lease and when you buy it at the end of the lease.

[@negotiationguides]

You will pay the doc fee if you purchase it from the dealer. You can avoid this by paying off the balance using a check from your bank/loan company. The fees your paying for registration, that’s true. You’ll have to register it again, and pay tax on the remainder portion you weren’t taxed on originally.

[@sdg757]

My Lexus GS 350 F Type is the best car I’ve ever owned! These cars are INSANELY reliable! No issues ever. Crazy luxury interior, crazy quick in S Mode and S+ mode. Get out of here bro

[@negotiationguides]

What I am trying to tell you guys is, it’s better to purchase this car off lease or as a CPO.

[@Dano-MX5]

Ari Janessian , I agree! In 2016 I purchased a CPO 2014 GS F-Sport, MSRP of $59k. I paid $39k. It had 17,000 miles. Never felt like a used car to me. For the GS this is the best way to go.

[@MesealTV]

I sell them and I agree with his advice.

[@iishyxvietxboyii1]

Ari Janessian Damn right!

[@fsgrangetster739]

I am not the owner of Lexus, but I got a Lexus maid handkerchief during this period! I am born in February I am happy for the best birthday gift in February! Have you asked Lexus to give you a present?

[@fsgrangetster739]

@Open Ranks obviously. I am a poor man

[@kervinmontes75]

Lexus vehicles are the BEST they last you for life

[@rashedssss2798]

i agree

[@michaelm4725]

The specifications for the tightness of the body panels on my Lexus are approximately 1/8", visually "tighter" than many other cars. BMW and Mercedes will always be trying to best Lexus. I didn't watch this guy's video. If he said I should never purchase any car new I would agree with him. My Lexus sold for $55 grand 5 years ago but I got it for 18 grand at 72k. Seems reliability is a big issue with people. I personally enjoy maintaining the cars that I own. Leasing companies are in the business of making money. They skim money off your life while you use the car. This is why I choose to own over leasing.

[@theonlydemi-god7858]

As soon as you said bmw was the best car you lost me

[@tlee927]

lexus performance cars are the ones to purchase and own. what i would lease are, amg's and porsches, as they are the ones i am currently considering. wouldn't even consider bmw's or audis...

[@jayjuggrnaut]

You pulled an M. Night Shamalamma with the title, cause I was like, wtf is wrong with a GS?? That aside, the info you presented was rock solid and easily understandable. As I get older, I am finding it hard to rationalize buying ANY make/model brand new; the depreciation factor is patently absurd.

[@negotiationguides]

Thank you Jay ... I completely agree btw

[@BRBallin1]

Only car worth buying new has been the Tesla Model 3 because of the tax incentives.

[@monacarrell4853]

Does anyones burn a lot of gas..does tune up help. Please help gas killing me

[@Rd-bi7vr]

I bought a certified BMW 750 i a few years ago and within 1 year there was a oil ..leak under the car ...$10K to fix a broken pipe in the engine ...mostly labour as the pipe was hard to reach and the engine had to be taken apart! traded it in for a Lexus LS 460 and 8 years and 20K miles later...total cost of repairs under 2K !!!!

[@freedommatters9596]

Wow. All these thumbs down, and I literally learned how to spend less money, to BUY the same car, and folks didn't even take the time to hear you out! This is why, we can't have nice things folks. 😑

[@andrewhunt4802]

I just picked up a 2014 Lexus GS 350 F sport for 20k, it’s in great shape, but I can definitely get behind the idea of leasing a brand new GS given the depreciation of that particular car it would actually make more sense to lease it then buy it out at the end of the lease, and heck, if you don’t want it at the end of the lease you aren’t stuck with it! Great video

[@istudyyou2130]

I have a 2009 Lexus GS 350 with 392,000 miles.

[@razor12516]

Love to see a breakdown on extended warranties and dealing with this terrible no haggle trend in dealerships.

[@negotiationguides]

Absolutely! I’ll touch on that very soon!

[@dwight3008]

You forgot to factor in interest and taxes on the $30K residual purchase, unless you pay cash. That adds $5 - $7K to total, making your strategy more expensive.

[@M_Ladd]

Mine was and still is the 2004 LS430! To me! Best car ever!

[@thaddmidd3359]

M Ladd what makes it the best ? I heard the parts are super expensive to fix

[@peterouuu]

I found a 2015 for 27k, with 46k miles, F sport, premium package, mark levinson.. is this an okay deal?

[@adrianbruce6736]

No it's not

[@AbeNXC]

It might be different for others but leasing at 10k miles a year is soooo crippling, this car is meant to be driven hard and has the reliability to do so... I’d say the average person would go well over 10k, maybe closer to 20k. But that’s just my opinion. Once you renegotiate lease prices for 15-20k miles a year, that $3500 difference you mentioned goes out the window. Most people purchase this car because they want the luxury and sportiness of an m car while still having the reliability of a Toyota and are comfortable with paying a little more to get that

[@f581474x]

Leasing a vehicle is not good for everybody. I live in Texas and I drive 40,000 miles a year. I want something comfortable and reliable something that start up and get me to and from work every day. The10,000 miles limit on the lease is an insult.

[@aRlyWeakCyclist]

Hey bud, did you forget to calculate sales tax on the residual portion during the buyout?

[@Rickzolla]

I'm old enough to remember my favorite car being the Jaguar E-Type. I actually got to own one.

[@MauricioMaldonado]

When you lease, you have to pay insurance in full! But you never mention that!

[@bezaabiy5945]

i get what your saying but at the same time, the difference of 3500 is probably marginal for those looking at a vehicle at that price point.... At that point because its a lexus (which doesn't hold as much value as "legacy" brands+ plus it's more reliable) those who are looking at a gs350 should opt for a slightly used one between 20-40k and reap the benefits of depreciation

[@ARMANDITOLEXUS]

Ari, please give me an update on this car with the current offer, I need to do this ASAP, since I’m planning to do this next week. Thank you in advance. 🙏

[@suserman7775]

So Ari, WHY would you suppose Lexus so strongly favors leasing? To get customers to get a new one every 3 years?

[@doctajonz2828]

Buying new is a waste of money IMO, buy used instead. You'll not only get the car cheaper, saving you money but you'll avoid the HUGE initial hit in depreciation. I recently bought a 2015 GS 350 with 29K miles for less than $25K. The F Sport package just wasn't worth the extra cost. My GS has pretty much everything the F-Sport has minus badges, sport suspension and a few different design elements...other than that the cars are pretty identical. I plan on driving this car for a very long time as it is a Toyota. I just don't understand why people buy brand new.

[@StraightSleepy]

But ari those engines are bulletproof and still can make a great resale value? More difficult approach?

[@negotiationguides]

Sean I’m not saying don’t buy it at all. I’m saying don’t purchase it brand new. If you’re going to get it Brand new, lease it then buy it out at the end. You save more money.

[@StraightSleepy]

That's true. Brand new is such a waste of money. 50k with 2k miles opposed to a f sport in 2015 with 40k for 20k. Thanks for the feedback!

[@gukelordan852]

I hate to correct but the LS400 was the 1st Lexus in America .A V8 and you can stack champagne glasses on the hood and they won’t fall even past 120mph. ( check the commercial)- GS300 was the OG of the GS family the 350 pretty much came last- 400 and 460 are the only good ones

[@netman88]

Seems like Lexus really doesn't want to sell the GS but do Leases on them. I don't see much if any GS350 deals.

[@CantBeTamed53]

He isn't talking about the car at all just the lease prices. Interesting video and title man

[@Moondoggy1941]

I found a 2015 GS 350 with 21K miles for 27K what do you think?

[@ARMANDITOLEXUS]

I currently have a leased an RX350 sport and I have about a year left on it, only placed 11k miles on it. Original 3 year 12k a year. I’m thinking to trade it and get a used Escalade, or should I leased a new GX460? I was told no money down if I continue with LEXUS, what do you think?

[@italia458driver7]

I have and have had many expensive cars. The most reliable cars I have ever had and still own are a 2010 Honda Accord coupe with 182k miles and a 2008 Lexus ISF with over 230k Miles. Both of these cars drive as good as they day I bought then. Super quiet they are both decently quick. No cracks or creaking sounds when I go over bumps. I will say the most imoresssive part about my Lexus IS it cost just as much to maintain the accord. Ok the Lexus I did a water pump at the dealer for only $785. Brakes all 4 for $450!!! Lexus paid for my 1 replacement battery for free. Oil changes are only $85 for a v8 at the dealer and they always. Wash my car inside and outside. I always get a free loaner cars when I go in for service. Etc

[@MannySilva]

Hay would you buy a 2013 GS 350 AWD with blind spot and premium package with 46,000 miles for $21,000 ?

[@larkthomas3371]

Its a fair price.. But you can find one cheaper as well..lol

[@MannySilva]

Lark Thomas ya this one has no accidents and full dealership service records, I’ve found cheaper too but they all had history of structural damage

[@buzzbobforu]

@@MannySilva cheaper doesn't always mean better.

[@MahendraSingh-rp6er]

thats right where the price is at, i bought my 2013 gs350 last yr for 21k with 60k miles but more loaded than the f sport with every option checked off including stone white seats and rear seat controls with adaptive suspension (new 61k) remember its a quality car thats gonna last

[@nallis01]

Not a bad price at all. I could work with that and even get it down to the 20k or closer mark. Also, although being the first Gen, that was the best one. It maintained the 6 speed transmission from the previous generation GS, which was wonderful. I had the previous Gen with that engine and tranny and it is better on gas Than the new 8 speed and quicker. So grab one! Don't let the numbers on paper fool you. I have the 2016 IS 350 F sport now and my 2008 GS 350 was quicker and better on gas. That's the motor and tranny in the 2013 GS. Don't hesitate!

[@MrSinobi52]

Excel sheet would be more helpful. Clickbait title.

[@negotiationguides]

KZbin doesn’t really let us post Excel spreadsheets.

[@chucknorris5141]

No spreadsheet needed. You explained it well. The lease cash makes it an easy decision, even if you want to buy it.

[@lcncloud9]

I don't have any problem with my GS250 f sport since 2012, my previous car was GS300. My wife owned RX270, and I bought one Ct200h for my daughter. If you looking for most reliable vehicle no doubt go for lexus, no regret.

[@martinsmith5490]

Or (and hear me out now)....you could buy a used one. A 2017 Lexus GS 350 goes for about 30 grand. Since they typically last forever (unlike BMWs) it seems like the smarter way to go unless of course, you require a new vehicle every 3 years.

[@lucast594]

I drive 30 k miles a year , if I lease and then buy the car , I still have to pay for the miles I went over ??

[@future62]

Glad I waited until the end, good video outside of the clout begging at the beginning. Heavily subsidized leases are the standard operating practice in the luxury car industry. Just be careful with the miles. I drive 20k miles a year so if I leased I'd negotiate miles up front

[@rolandogonzalez3151]

So you save $3.5k if you lease - okay, but that’s if you pay the residual outright when your lease is done, right? That’s not considering financing that $19k at the end.

[@kclefthanded427]

Owning a BMW will always be an adventure (mostly at the auto shop). If buying used, you're better off with a Lexus GS despite not being sporty enough but that's okay

[@danielchoi35]

And i purchased my 2016 lexus gs350 used with 25k miles for $26.5k. If you look hard enough youll find one. Just gotta be patient and never purchase a car out of”spurr of the moment”. P.s i also purchased at a honda dealership.

[@therealsyxx]

I would never ever ever ever buy a BMW over a Lexus. I respect your opinion. But when a car companies flag ship car is junk. It's over for that company. BMWs suck terribly the 2006 745 was a key moment in seeing BMWs went down hill in reliability. I was thinking about a M6. And found out about the major issues they have. Unless I was leasing I'll never have a BMW. Now buy a Lexus cash money with 120 thousand miles and have it looked at. And not worry about a single thing knowing that car can get 2 400 thousands miles if i take good care of it.

[@DeltaSleepy]

Why would you lease reliability???

[@markk9586]

Man, you talk too much at the start. Just get to the point, sheesh. I probably would have subscribed...

[@jay5035]

I don't agree with u but go head. This car is only for people that knows Toyota high class.

[@oldtimer3824]

Ari, you are car deal brilliant! By best car negotiation was on my on wife’s 2016 Toyota Prius w/ msrp $30k. Toyota dealer #1 says we don’t discount it wouldn’t be fair to other buyers, per Toyota we can give either $2500 off MSRP or0% financing for 72 months. I go to Toyota dealer #2, I negotiated $5000 off msrp AND 0% financing for 72 months.

[@negotiationguides]

Literally HILARIOUS, the amount of BS that will leave one salespersons mouth, vs another even at the same dealership. “We don’t” usually means “I prefer”. Good work 💪🏼

[@jamesmedina2062]

Awesome deal

[@rod253]

But if you're a real car guy, you can't personalize or mod a lease car

[@Jordenweiss]

I have a 2018 GS 350 that has been in my garage undriven for a year with 14,000 total miles and my lease will be up in 6 months. Can someone give me some suggestions what to do as lease comes to an end? Thanks much!

[@brandonmartinez4001]

Its 2022 i just bought a gs 350 f sport with 15k miles best car ive ever heard red leather interior exhaust setup and going to tune soon

[@joesharamitaro8892]

95% of people buying Lexus cars will trade one in and most of them will have at least 1/2 the equity of the new car as down payment. This knocks the taxes and loan interest down to nothing which is a good reason to just BUY the car and not lease it. Only a select few will pull the trigger on an F Sport in which you quoted upper 50's, the rest will get the base GS in the lower 50's range. The other thing you didn't mention was how solid these cars are and that they are built so well they compete with the Porsche Panamera in handling, you were too busy stroking BMW (which are in the shop way more than Lexus).

[@quanity2062]

i own a 08 gs350 with 150k miles and i love it

[@4jrgolf]

What's wrong with buying one used for less than the residual value. Thought you had something to say against the car itself.

[@rajivxx1301]

How does this compare to leasing an equivalent vehicle ?.....the only major difference is that the Lexus brand is untouchable in reliability, comfort, value for money and appeal factor !! this is a value that other brands cannot live up to.

[@sherifnabil50]

I just buy used. You can buy a lexus at 100k-150k miles cars for around $15k and they drive perfect. Buy them and drive them till they die. Let's say they fail at around 300k miles. So you pay $15k for a 150 k miles. That cost you $0.1 /mile maximum when you buy it used. When you lease, you pay $0.65 / mile. That's at least 558% more expensive. This is conservative numbers. Leasing a lexus could be 10x more expensive than buying used.

[@coul2me]

Honestly, all I care about is if it will take me from point A to point B and if its reliable which IT IS!

[@Chris-od1jp]

Still have to pay interest on the loan you'll need to buy the car after the lease ends though.

[@manuelortiz7853]

Just acquired a used 2017 Lexus GS 350...just loved it...my wife does not let me drive it. It is an awesome car. As soon as my VW passat breaks down...I'll get a second GS 350.

[@jl4560]

What do you think of a 2011 Toyota Camry LE with 26,000 miles for $7,995?

[@M_Ladd]

Interesting! To me the only way a lease is feasible is if you are able to write it off!

[@doakes3664]

Skip to the 2 minutes mark for the meat of the video, everything prior to this is talk, talk talk.

[@bencti4851]

Hey bud, nice videos. What is your thoughts about purchasing a brand new GX460. Please advise