2003 Lexus GS430 Review - Autochannel (press release)
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS The Lexus GS series marks its tenth anniversary in 2003. Not only has it been a successful line for Lexus, the GS's influence can be seen and felt in some of its competitors as well. When the GS 300 debuted for the 1993 model year, it put Lexus into the mid-luxury sedan segment in a serious way with Italian- inspired styling, more interior space than most competitors, and a high-performance inline six-cylinder engine. When it was unveiled for the 1998 model year, the second-generation GS had some surprises. The styling, while an evolutionary development of the original's, was much bolder than expected from Lexus at the time, and the 4. 0-liter 300-horsepower, V8-powered GS400 served notice to the European sport-luxury manufacturers that Lexus was... In 2001, the V8 GS became the 430, with a 4. 3-liter V8. Horsepower, never a problem, stayed the same, and torque increased. Immediately comfortable and well balanced, it combines style, Lexus luxury comfort, serious power, and sport sedan handling in its own unique way. APPEARANCE: The GS's exterior styling has aged well, with only minor trim changes since 1998. Its distinctive four-eyed face descends from the original Lexus SC400 coupe, and its shape, with its long, prominent passenger cabin, relatively short... Source: www.theautochannel.com
