2016 Lexus GS 350 F Sport Review - Soon Extinct?

The GS 350 F Sport is one of the best looking Sedans Lexus has made. Its rear wheel drive gives it a sportier feel, and the aggressive engine noise lets you know you're no longer in grandma's ES. With the new ES coming out, the GS is on the chopping block. It's been a good run. RIP GS 1993-2019?

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  • @Datsun7705
    @Datsun77055 жыл бұрын

    Always choose the GS over ES because it’s RWD with available AWD. ES is FWD with no available AWD. I drove a GS350 F sport like this and i fell in love with how it drives and a decent amount of power.

  • @mscupcakedreamson36
    @mscupcakedreamson364 жыл бұрын

    I love how detailed you are. Thank you!!

  • @carlosramirez-ou7en
    @carlosramirez-ou7en2 жыл бұрын

    I’m from Omaha and I can still remember when I saw this particular car at the lot. I fell in love with this car but back then I couldn’t afford it. I kept watching this video almost daily and two years later I bought one same exterior and interior color except I got the three beam headlights. By far the best car I have had I always get compliments of how nice it looks. I’m never selling it that’s for sure. When I was ready to buy I asked for you but unfortunately you had left the dealership

  • @ChrisTopher-gd8xh
    @ChrisTopher-gd8xh3 ай бұрын

    Time traveler here I'm about to purchase a 2017 gs350 awd with 54 thousand km. Wish me luck

  • @tropicalvevo1094
    @tropicalvevo10945 жыл бұрын

    I have the 2015 and love it

  • @reboot4357
    @reboot43575 жыл бұрын

    Very well done video.

  • @josefernandez2722
    @josefernandez27224 жыл бұрын

    I tried all the modes, and still didn't sound the way I hear it in reviews on youtube. I traveled 4.5 hours to check out a triple beam gs that is hard to come by in my neck of the woods. Because of circumstances, I didn't get the usual tutorial and I knew I had a long way back. I need to learn how to work everything in the car. I ended up buying it and I am having it delivered on Thur. I appreciate any light you can shed on this.

  • @DisneyMusicVideos
    @DisneyMusicVideos4 жыл бұрын

    Just bought this same car the other day! Traded in my 2017 IS200t F-Sport & this car is far better in every way! The V6 engine is one of the smoothest engines I've ever experienced & is far better than the turbo 4. The ride & very smooth even in Sport + & handling is sharper than my IS was. Overall this car is absolutely amazing & looks & feels a whole lot more expensive than what I paid for it. It has 41k miles & I paid $28k & was originally $58k when it was new. It still has the original window sticker which is great. BTW my grandma drives a 2012 ES350.

  • @davidliceaful

    @davidliceaful

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh dang, i was just going to buy a 2017 IS 200T (No trim) w/o F sport package for 27.9k , I heard the F sport seats arent that comfy, is that true. But I found a 2016 GS 350 f sport for 29.9k, what do you recommend

  • @bullygabbana1653

    @bullygabbana1653

    Жыл бұрын

    @@davidliceaful da gs is hard to find , u should get it . me personally, would never pick IS over a GS .

  • @mrmm7322
    @mrmm73224 жыл бұрын

    The best quality product by Lexus these amazing cars made to last forever and luxury enough and options wize enough for daily’s use This is a perfect 👌 car to own Thanks to Lexus

  • @ashythedon
    @ashythedon6 жыл бұрын

    Really good review

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    6 жыл бұрын

    Asher Nelakar thanks! I have the LC 500 review coming soon.

  • @MrCee861
    @MrCee8614 жыл бұрын

    Great video man, I wonder if they're discounting them now that they will be discontinued.

  • @blexy350
    @blexy3505 жыл бұрын

    Gosh I hope they do not cut the GS. Impeccable vehicle and love the way GS sounds and looks.

  • @DisneyMusicVideos

    @DisneyMusicVideos

    4 жыл бұрын

    Unfortunately its been confirmed that it's gonna be discontinued this August. Thank the much better selling ES for stealing most of its sales, but I far prefer the looks of the GS even compared to the new ES. I currently drive a 2017 IS200t F-Sport & am planning to buy a used GS350 F-Sport very soon.

  • @blexy350

    @blexy350

    4 жыл бұрын

    rnorred1986 Yes, unfortunate news. The ES is very attractive too but it does not offer what the GS did. I purchased my accord late 2019, if I had known then I would of definitely considered a used GS since I’m sure people will hold onto them now. I would love a GS450h but those seem to be very difficult to find. I drove a 2016 IS350 FSport, very fun car too.

  • @DisneyMusicVideos

    @DisneyMusicVideos

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@blexy350 I did buy a used white on red 2016 GS350 F-Sport in June 2020 with 41k miles for $28k & has been an absolutely amazing car especially for the price I paid. Plenty of luxury features, firm but smooth ride, great handling & plenty of very smooth power from that sweet sounding V6. This car is near perfect as I'm planning to keep it for a very long time. Yes the GS450h models are super rare as I only mostly see the 350's, but the GS's in general aren't very common as I usually see no more than 1-2 per day compared to the ES & IS's where I see plenty of them at least here in SoCal.

  • @blexy350

    @blexy350

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@DisneyMusicVideos Sounds like you got a deal on your GS. Congrats! Another trim that is hard to find is the Crafted Line. I actually purchased a 2018 IS300 AWD FSport in June 2021. I love it. I’m at around 18,600 miles. I’m in Chicago suburbs, live in a high traffic suburb so I see a lot of cars of all different brands. There are also an abundance of dealerships. Although, found it difficult to find a 2021 IS, no one seems to have them right now. I remember a few months back, there were several.

  • @TJ-rx4zl
    @TJ-rx4zl9 ай бұрын

    The IS looks way more sportier. The front bumper on the gs is sweet but the side angle gives early 2000s maxima vibes. I’m trying to convince myself to get the GS just for the bigger size for the kids but the IS just looks so good.

  • @VincentScales
    @VincentScales Жыл бұрын

    I'm a Toyota Camry owner, and I love Toyota/Lexus vehicles! ⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • @caxtoneokoth5618

    @caxtoneokoth5618

    10 ай бұрын

    I’ve owned 3 Camrys & now a GS they just amazing

  • @michaelanderson5975
    @michaelanderson59752 жыл бұрын

    I've owned that exact car for a year and a half now and it's still amazing to me I have yet to drive it in the sport Plus mode yet that's my next adventure this car is amazing and I always get compliments and looks I've only added red calipers with the Lexus logo as well as a front diffuser which I'm really happy how it came out I would recommend it to anyone looking for performance as well as luxury God has been good

  • @TheN4UM4N

    @TheN4UM4N

    2 жыл бұрын

    proud of you my man

  • @Blassie.P

    @Blassie.P

    Жыл бұрын

    Whattttttt you haven't used sport + after a year and a half what are you waiting for Scott...

  • @FrederickGFX
    @FrederickGFX4 жыл бұрын

    Those air ducts are functional and go to the brakes. I know because my car was in an accident and they were very expensive to fix

  • @finney2011
    @finney20112 жыл бұрын

    The perfect sedan

  • @ishmamnaveel2198
    @ishmamnaveel21982 жыл бұрын

    Love the front and the interior, but not a fan of the Rims and backend and taillights. good thing rims can be swapped so very high chances I might get it.

  • @elusivellama
    @elusivellama4 жыл бұрын

    The 2018+ IS350 gets the same engine (2GR-FKS) that's on this 2016 GS350.

  • @MarcG7424
    @MarcG74245 жыл бұрын

    It's a storage compartment not a ashtray their is no cigarette lighter. The hump is the transmission tunnel its there in all rear wheel drive vehicles.

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yep! Thanks man

  • @CUMMNurWAY2
    @CUMMNurWAY22 жыл бұрын

    @kirk kreifels I just bought a 2018 GS350 F Sport AWD with 35k on the clock last week. 1 owner off lease, immaculate condition inside. A few paint dings but that's to be expected. It looks like the same set up as this one shown here. It doesn't have the HUD, but it doesn't have the headlight washers like this one here. It has 3 packages, can't remember them all except the snow package. Is there a package that has those headlight washers included or something? I have that fugley yellow spare though, lol. Any info would be appreciated from you or anyone else, thanks!

  • @dudeitsroman
    @dudeitsroman3 жыл бұрын

    Escape hatch is favorite feature in a Lexus luxury sedan. Lol. All cars have that

  • @KickNine
    @KickNine4 жыл бұрын

    I’m sitting here like wow this looks like Omaha and then I see you pull out and I’m like hey wow it is Omaha!! 😂

  • @TimT99
    @TimT9910 ай бұрын

    Hi Kirk, I’m debating between this car and the 2015 GS350 F sport model year, and having a hard time deciding. How is this 2016 model year compared to the 2015 F sport, in terms of driving & handling? Please, Any thoughts or insight would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

  • @ismailirfanullah4671
    @ismailirfanullah46715 жыл бұрын

    Better than the E class? Also, new gs is coming because new crown just came.

  • @Dimitrius1
    @Dimitrius16 ай бұрын

    Sold! Excellent review! Thank you!

  • @austincarbo1104
    @austincarbo11046 жыл бұрын

    I really hope they continue to make the GS☹️ I can’t stand a front wheel drive car so the ES is a big NO for me.

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    6 жыл бұрын

    Austin Carbo rumor is that awd will come to ES in 2020

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ike N I hadn't heard about the awd avalon or Camry. I suppose it's possible

  • @Jonathaneve5

    @Jonathaneve5

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ike N AWD for Camry? No way,

  • @stilllyte

    @stilllyte

    5 жыл бұрын

    ES 2020 will have AWD Just Lexus sales manager told me last month

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    I hope he's right!

  • @austinm223
    @austinm2233 жыл бұрын

    Hopefully one day I can get one. A 2016 probably only costs about 25-30k and its the same as the 2020

  • @naturalTJ

    @naturalTJ

    3 жыл бұрын

    True!!! I just bought the black w red F sport and I love it.

  • @andytwon91
    @andytwon916 жыл бұрын

    If anything they need to add 30 horses to this car it deserves it

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    6 жыл бұрын

    Anderson A. Yes. As their sports sedan, they should have put v8 or turbo 6 in it.

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ruturaj yes, but you go from 311 horses to 470 horses ...there needs to be an option in the middle around 400hp

  • @andytwon91

    @andytwon91

    6 жыл бұрын

    LEXUriouS Kirk exactly. Like the GS460 or something. Similar to the 550i before the M5

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    6 жыл бұрын

    Yep. The ol' 4.6L would be adequate!

  • @tokav2830

    @tokav2830

    6 жыл бұрын

    Anderson A. I own a 2018 gs 350 f sport. You are absolutely correct it has 311 hp but could have at least 330 i jad a 2015 acura tlx SH AWD 3.5 but it had only 290 so i went for the gs but ill admit the tlx if it also had 330 i would of took it the tech on the acura is more responsive and comfortable ride as well im happy with the gs but ehh feels a little to heavy

  • @Jonathaneve5
    @Jonathaneve56 жыл бұрын

    Was he being sarcastic when he said “ashtray.” Lol

  • @josefernandez2722
    @josefernandez27224 жыл бұрын

    Hi Kirk. I test drove a 2019 gs 350 fsport and when I took it on the highway, I didn't hear that aggressive growl I hear on youtube road reviews. Did I do something wrong? I heard that Lexus pipes in some of that sound inside the cabin. Do you have to turn it on? I test drove it alone due to the pandemic, and then I forgot to ask afterward.

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    4 жыл бұрын

    Were you in sport plus mode?

  • @josefernandez2722
    @josefernandez27224 жыл бұрын

    Is there a button or switch that turns this on?

  • @muradsahat6905
    @muradsahat69055 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for video this my dreams maybe future , i finance from Toyota Camry when I am get this deal all people here tell me this is brand new car , after I am driving this car for Uber and lyft , one day I going to shop mechanic tell me this car rebuild and do not brand new but I am happy see your video Lexus IS great 👍🏼!

  • @netman88
    @netman885 жыл бұрын

    Nice car, hope it's not going away.

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Me too but I think it's on it's last leg. All they have to do is make the ES AWD and a little more powerful and call it a day.

  • @730F-Sport

    @730F-Sport

    3 жыл бұрын

    It went away😦

  • @john99777
    @john997775 жыл бұрын

    What are the differences between the regular 350 and the fsport

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Different seats, grilles, wheels, etc. Same motor and transmission

  • @johndrake2729

    @johndrake2729

    4 жыл бұрын

    I kept thinking the fsport has more power.

  • @pbateson
    @pbateson5 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Hope GS survive because I am not a fan of ES. ES is like my old Honda Accord. GS is more sportier than ES. I currently ‘07 GS 350 and plan getting ‘17 GS 350 AWD F-Sport

  • @khoiquach

    @khoiquach

    4 жыл бұрын

    I am looking at both IS350 and GS350, which one you recommend? Which one handles better? And RWD or AWD, which one would drive better? Please share your thoughts. Thanks much buddy.

  • @mscupcakedreamson36

    @mscupcakedreamson36

    4 жыл бұрын

    khoiquach GS hands down!!

  • @mscupcakedreamson36

    @mscupcakedreamson36

    4 жыл бұрын

    khoiquach Oh no I hate to hear that. Great information though. I’m picking mine up tomorrow. I’m excited. This will be my first luxury vehicle. I think it’s time. Lol. Chargers and Altimas were for the younger version of me. Lol.

  • @khoiquach

    @khoiquach

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@mscupcakedreamson36 you will absolutely love it. Very sexy and powerful car, paddle shifter, spoiler, power rear shade...make sure use the paddle in Sport mode! My dream car since I was like 19.

  • @mscupcakedreamson36

    @mscupcakedreamson36

    4 жыл бұрын

    khoiquach ok thanks!!!

  • @owascoshaw
    @owascoshaw3 жыл бұрын

    So with the GS leaving us what does that mean to anyone who wants to buy this model year or older?

  • @Sweetskis

    @Sweetskis

    3 жыл бұрын

    It means dealers will say they want more because they aren’t making new ones and people are “snatching them up”. They will also be telling those trading them in they can’t offer them as much because it’s discontinued. 👍

  • @gtemplesrt8
    @gtemplesrt8 Жыл бұрын

    So was that car rwd or awd? Sounds like you said it was both. Lol

  • @scout7674
    @scout76742 жыл бұрын

    👍

  • @imyanigmw
    @imyanigmw5 жыл бұрын

    I wonder if Lexus will discount these, since they're being discontinued. I hope so, because I really want one. I'll even take a 15 or 16

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Get a 16 if you want the newest styling. A 15 will cost much less. Don't buy a new one.

  • @imyanigmw

    @imyanigmw

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@KirkKreifels Yeah I dig the 16's, just not the price. I know the 15 has the previous gen body style with the bar in the middle of the grill, but I still love the shape of that GS F-sport

  • @tom11zz884

    @tom11zz884

    5 жыл бұрын

    16 has the ugly front face. i'll take the 15, since it looks better from the front.

  • @MarcG7424
    @MarcG74245 жыл бұрын

    The emergency trunk release is mandatory in all cars made after a certain year its not exclusive to Lexus

  • @MarcG7424

    @MarcG7424

    4 жыл бұрын

    Why ?

  • @nicblank09

    @nicblank09

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MarcG7424 kidnapping etc

  • @MarcG7424

    @MarcG7424

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nicblank09 Correct

  • @rsdtr
    @rsdtr4 жыл бұрын

    The diamond stitches are aluminum not plastic!!

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    4 жыл бұрын

    Naguri Aluminum :D Thanks for teaching me.

  • @Rjborgs
    @Rjborgs4 жыл бұрын

    How is sound quality of the speakers?

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great for my needs.

  • @CUMMNurWAY2

    @CUMMNurWAY2

    2 жыл бұрын

    One of the best I've heard especially if you get the Mark Levinson premium system like mine has. You get to adjust the highs the mids and the lows. Mark Levinson makes expensive home theater systems and they use bamboo for the speakers. Not sure if they're bamboo in the car though, but it sounds AMAZING!!!!

  • @Turtlemilk
    @Turtlemilk5 жыл бұрын

    what do you mean by the world is going crossovers?

  • @murkage3

    @murkage3

    5 жыл бұрын

    The humans on this planet are buying more crossovers over sedans.

  • @microtransactions2661

    @microtransactions2661

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@murkage3 fuck em( the humans and the crossovers)

  • @SupraMane69
    @SupraMane695 жыл бұрын

    Front fender u mean?

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Words can be hard! Thanks for watching 😊

  • @bigd1223
    @bigd12235 жыл бұрын

    311 hp was impressive 10 years ago. C'mon lexus.

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Because of this stagnation, the GS will be discontinued. However, Lexus will find ways (performance hybrids?) to spruce up their surviving lineup.

  • @ZS-xi4xk

    @ZS-xi4xk

    5 жыл бұрын

    GS F has 467 horsepower lol

  • @bigd1223

    @bigd1223

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@ZS-xi4xk And also costs $90,000. An absolute rip off.

  • @tom11zz884

    @tom11zz884

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@KirkKreifels Still is pretty good today. Do people drive their cars on the drag strip all the time?

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    No but knowing that the ES now is on par with it's power now leaves you wanting more in the GS

  • @SanJoseCA408
    @SanJoseCA408 Жыл бұрын

    Should i buy this 2014 ls460 or a 08 ISF

  • @trinihulk2454
    @trinihulk24545 жыл бұрын

    How come the info navigation screen keeps blinking? Is there an option to remove the blinking? Thanks for the informative review.

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Due to the refresh rate of my camera and the difference of the refresh rate of the nav screen you get interference. The naked eye can't see it.

  • @trinihulk2454

    @trinihulk2454

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@KirkKreifels Great. Thanks!

  • @muzguz7276

    @muzguz7276

    4 жыл бұрын

    Stroboscopic effect. Video & car screen refresh rate are very similar. Can be very dangerous around rotating machinery if you have florescent lighting.

  • @jstersmithson
    @jstersmithson4 жыл бұрын

    Is maintenance expensive for the Lexus GS 350?

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    4 жыл бұрын

    No

  • @troytruong8246

    @troytruong8246

    3 жыл бұрын

    Of course not. It does not break! Never take car to stealership. Find honest mech. Ull be good to go.

  • @calinolariu3739
    @calinolariu37395 жыл бұрын

    lexus gs f sport or is f sport in terms of fun to drive?

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Tough question! I like the both!

  • @calinolariu3739

    @calinolariu3739

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@KirkKreifels i am contemplating about my next ride. I need a reliable awd car that is fun to drive..i am in my mid 30s and torn between the is and gs....i drove both and cant make up my mind...thought you could help

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@calinolariu3739 GS will be more expensive. Unless you need a bigger car for transporting kids and adults, I would go for the IS 350. IS is a great car for 1-2 ppl regularly and 4 if needed on occasion. GS is great for 4-5 adults regularly. It really depends on your lifestyle requirements.

  • @calinolariu3739

    @calinolariu3739

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@KirkKreifels do you know why the IS has a much worse reliability rating than the Gs? Don't they have the same powertrain? Which one is better on tires? ..as i hear they go thru tires like crazy.

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@calinolariu3739 I'd say that GS is better in tires but not by much. Reliability is great on both cars. I'd get the v6 in both ideally the 3.5l.

  • @philm.7428
    @philm.74284 жыл бұрын

    It's stealing the 2019 Acura RDX touchpad idea

  • @Datsun7705

    @Datsun7705

    4 жыл бұрын

    Philimon Million uh no the RDX has 1 to 1 positioning on their touchpad vs lexus is basically a mousepad

  • @joshuaiscool125

    @joshuaiscool125

    4 жыл бұрын

    How is a 2016 stealing from a 2019? Lmao

  • @rickmarrero3280

    @rickmarrero3280

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@joshuaiscool125 lmao

  • @quantum1315
    @quantum13154 жыл бұрын

    311 hp not enough for this car

  • @DisneyMusicVideos

    @DisneyMusicVideos

    4 жыл бұрын

    GS F

  • @fenderbender5987

    @fenderbender5987

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not everyone wants to race.

  • @fenderbender5987

    @fenderbender5987

    2 жыл бұрын

    More than enough. Its not a muscle car, turbos break down, replacement, carbon deposit cleaning, pipes leaks, manifold cleaning, CA emissions perma codes. Most efficient V6 naturally aspirated engine.

  • @thynysan

    @thynysan

    Жыл бұрын

    @@fenderbender5987 more power does equate racing. 🤦

  • @lel3450

    @lel3450

    7 ай бұрын

    @@thynysanthen buy a mustang or hellcat. Lexus for refine men not boys

  • @Tanman902000
    @Tanman9020005 жыл бұрын

    Is gs 350 f sport different from gs f sport? Also why do I see some with different exhaust

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    There is are two sport models for the GS. GS 350 f sport (rwd/awd), and the GS F.

  • @Tanman902000

    @Tanman902000

    5 жыл бұрын

    LEXUriouS Kirk some one is selling their gs 350 f sport. With 8k miles what is the price I should pay

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    What year? Is it mint condition?

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    awd or rwd?

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Mark Levinson sound?

  • @hadiabid6065
    @hadiabid60655 жыл бұрын

    Do people smoke? Yes Lexus Buyers? Yes

  • @KirkKreifels

    @KirkKreifels

    5 жыл бұрын

    Haha thanks for the clarification. See you around

  • @730F-Sport

    @730F-Sport

    3 жыл бұрын

    Me a Lexus owner? Yes

  • @georgiahomeboyy9855
    @georgiahomeboyy98555 жыл бұрын

    "it doesn't feel that powerful." true gs is weak. same motor as in the Toyota Camry but the Camry is actually faster. wtf?

  • @murkage3

    @murkage3

    5 жыл бұрын

    The Camry is much lighter

  • @georgiahomeboyy9855

    @georgiahomeboyy9855

    5 жыл бұрын

    Roger that ghostwriter and no drag from the awd system@@murkage3

  • @fenderbender5987

    @fenderbender5987

    2 жыл бұрын

    Also AWD heavier than RWD, get RWD GS not much different, more luxurious interior. Camry FWD...pass.

  • @ceasarnunez5652
    @ceasarnunez5652 Жыл бұрын

    These look like Camrys 😒

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