Lexus GS 300 Sport / SE Series 2

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Overview

GS 300 Generation 2 Overview

LEXUS GS 300 SE - Series 2 From 1999 Detailed Specification

Superb value for money. High performance. High luxury. Ultra reliable.

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Overview

Pre-owned Lexus offer superb value for money on the second hand market. The main second series models are:

GS 300 Legato Series 1 From May 1997

GS 300 S Series 2 From Jan 1999

GS 300 SE Series 1 May 1997

GS 300 SE Series 2 Jan 1999

GS 300 Sport Series 1 Oct 1995

GS 300 Sport Series 2 Jan 1999

GS 300 Generation 2 Overview

Production of the Lexus GS 300 began 1993 in Japan featuring a rounded, aerodynamic shape, complementing the rest of the Lexus lineup. For the interior, the GS 300 featured walnut wood trim, leather, and the option of a Nakamichi premium stereo system. A moon roof, remote 12-CD auto changer, and traction control (TRAC) were options. In 1996, the four-speed automatic transmission was replaced with a five-speed automatic. The GS 300 was also updated in 1999 with 3.0 L inline-6 now producing 225 hp (165 kW) and 225 ftlb of torque plus a 7.6 secs 0-60mph.

Lexus Gs 300 Sport Series Two From Jan 1999- Detailed Specification

Type3.0 litre in-line 6 twin cam 24-valve

Piston displacement2997cc

Bore and stroke86.0mm x 86.0mm

Compression ratio10.0 to 1

Max. Horsepower209bhp (156kw) at 5800rpm (din)

Max torque203lb.ft (275nm) at 4800rpm

Acceleration (mph, km/h) 0-60mph, 0-100km/h: 8.6 seconds

Maximum speed143mph (230km/h)

Overall length 4950mm

Overall width1795mm

Overall height1425mm (1425 on sport)

Tread front1535mm

Tread rear1515mm

Wheelbase2780mm

Kerb weight1700 kg

Boot capacity0.404m3 (14.3ft3)

Tyres225/55 r16 94v

Foot operated parking brake

Driver and front passenger airbags

Computer-contolled anti-lock braking system (ccabs)

Front seatbelt pre-tensioners

High mounted rear stop lamp

Anti-theft protected 9 speaker, 3 wave-band radio and dolby stereo cassette system

Fuel system sequential multi-point injection

Fuel tank capasity80 litres (17.6 gallons)

Fuel type unleaded only

Urban cycle13.9 (20.3)

Constant 56mph(36.2)

Constant 75mph 9.5 (29.7)

Urban7.8 17.5 (16.1)

Extra urban10.0 (28.2)

Combined12.8 (22.1)

Compression ratio10.1 to 1

Drag coefficient cd 0.31

Other features

Radio features automatic height adjustment aerial, one touch tuning with 18 presets and full network scanning facility including rds

Super-high-quality finish featuring multi paint treatment

Side impact door bars

Rigid high-tensile steel cabin case

Extensive anti corrosion protection

Engine tune is constantly monitored by an advanched computerised engine management system

Dual stainless steel exhaust system with catalytic converter

Super-high-quality finish featuring multi-layer paint treatment

4 speed electronically controlled transmission (ecti) with intelligent computer control

Electic boot and fuel flap releases

Projector low-beam headlamps, tungsten halogen high beams, integrated fog lamp

Alloy wheels

Four-spoke leather finished steering wheel with speed-sensitive power steering, electically operated telescopic/tilt-lift adjustment

Cruise contol

Front centre console box with soft lid/arm rest and cellular telephone capability

High quality connolly leather upholstery. (a velour trim option is available)

Electrically-operated heated exterior rear view mirrors

Electric windows with driver's 'auto-down' feature

Remote controlled central locking system

Comprehensive vehicle security system

Rear window demister with timer

Air conditioning controlled by micro computer with automatic climate control and outside temperature gauge

Delayed-action entry and exit illumination

Walnut interior trim

Electrically multi-adjustable front seats, including driver and passenger lumbar

Support

Suspension 4 wheel independant front and rear double wishbones, coil springs, gas pressured scock absorbers anti-drive and anti squat geometry

Front 296mm ventilated discs rear307mm ventilated discs computer-contolled anti-lock braking system (ccabs)

Trailer with brake1200kg

Trailer without brake500kg

LEXUS GS 300 SE - Series 2 From 1999 Detailed Specification

Type3.0 litre In-line, 6 cylinder, twin cam, 24-valve with VVTi

Piston displacement 2997cc

Bore and stroke86.0mm x 86.0mm

Compression ratio10.5 to 1

Max. horsepower128bhp (163kw) at 5800rpm

Max torque 219lb.ft (298Nm) at 3800rpm

Fuel system Sequential multi-point injection

Fuel tank capasity80 litres (17.6 gallons)

CO2 Emissions (g/km) 289

Compression Ratio 10.5:1

Variable Valve Timing (VVTi)

Electronic Throttle Control System (ETCS)

Engine tune is constantly monitored by an advanced computerised engine management system

5-speed Electronically Controlled Transmission (ECTi) with intelligent computer control

Maximum Speed 143mph (230km/h)

Acceleration (mph, km/h) 0-62mph (0-100km/h) 8.2 seconds

Overall length 4805mm

Overall width 1800mm

Overall height 1445mm (1425 on Sport)

Tread rear 1510mm

Tread front 1535mm

Wheelbase 2800mm

Front overhang 835mm

Rear overhang 1170mm

Urban (mpg) 16.0 (17.7

Extra-urban (mpg) 8.8 (32.1)

Combined (mpg) 11.4 (24.8)

Kerb weight 1720 kg

Boot capacity510 litres

Fuel tank capacity80 litres (17.6 gallons)

Tyre size

S 225/55 r16

Se235/45 r17

Sport245/40 r18

Wheel size

S16 x 7.5jj (5 spoke)

Se 17 x 8jj (5 spoke)

Sport 18 x 8 (0 spoke)

Towing capacity

Trailer with brake2000kg

Trailer without brake750kg

Suspension 4 wheel independent. Sport suspension lowered by 25mm with up-rated stiffer springs fitted

Front and rear Double wishbones, coil springs, gas-pressurised shock absorbers Anti-dive and anti-squat geometry

Front - Ventilated disc296mm

Rear - Ventilated disc307mm

Driver and front passanger airbags

Front seat belts with pre-tensioners and force limiters

Vehicle Stability Control

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Foot-operated parking brake

High mounted rear stop lamp

Upper interior head impact protection

Traction control

Photochromic rear view mirrors (automatic anti-glare)

Five 3-point seatbelts and headrests

All-round independent double wishbone suspension with coil springs

7 speaker stereo audio system with 3 wave-band radio and Dolby cassette

6 disc CD autochanger fitted in the dashboard

RDS radio with one-touch tuning and 18 pre-sets

Electric aerial

Automatic Sound Leveliser which adjusts audio volume according to ambient noise levels

Digital processing for improved sound quality

Rigid high-tensile steel cabin case

Super-high quality finish featuring multi-layer paint treatment

Side impact door bars

Extensive anti-corrosion protection

Dual stainless steel exhaust system with catalytic converter

Alloy wheels with locking wheel nuts (5 Spoke)

Twin lamp design, front and rear, with halogen headlamps, luminance sensing system and front fog lamps. Sport features high intensity discharge headlamps with automatic headlamp levelling.

Sport features Aerofoil package comprising front lower spoiler and mesh grille (a delete option for this package is available)

Sport features colour-keyed rear spoiler with integral high-mount stop lamp

Electrically multi-adjustable front seats, including lumbar support

Driver's seat memory function on SE model

Three-spoke leather finished steering wheel

Speed-sensitive power assisted steering

Electric multi-adjustable steering wheel position

Cruise control

Electrically-adjustable heated exterior rear view mirrors

Electric sunroof with jam protection on SE model

High quality upholstery: - 'Neo-excel' (a suede/velour-type trim) on S model. - Leather upholstery on SE model

Electric windows with one-touch auto up/down feature and jam protection

Drinks holders, front and rear

Front centre dual console box with cellular telephone capability and accessory socket

Heated front seats on SE model

Key-integrated remote control central locking system with open/close facility for windows and sunroof

Comprehensive vehicle security system including immobiliser with key-integrated set/unset control

Climate-control air conditioning with separate left/right temperature controls and automatic recirculation system

Rear window demister with timer

Delayed-action entry and exit illumination

Wood and chrome trim detailing

Three-eye 'silhouette' instrument meter design with automatic brightness adjustment

Electronic boot and fuel flap releases

Certain models are fitted with optional Lexus Navigator system