Lexus GS 300 Model Years and History

Lexus GS Model Years

2010 Lexus SC 430 trims

2010 SC 430

There's not much new in SC for 2010. Like many luxury cars, iPod and USB connectivity have been added to the now-standard Mark Levinson premium audio system. The wheels have been upgraded to 18-inch 6-spoke rims in a dark finish and Costa Azul Mica has been added to the paint selection.

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2009 Lexus SC 430 trims

2009 SC 430

Very little is changed on the Lexus SC 430 for 2009, other than the turn signals are now integrated into the side mirrors. Variations on silver, white, black and champagne are available as exterior colors. Golden Almond Metallic joins the color palette. The 2009 Pebble Beach Edition ? only 360 will be available ? comes with a Smokey Granite Mica exterior, Camel/Ecru interior, monogrammed floor mats and unique 18-inch alloy wheels.

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2008 Lexus SC 430 trims

2008 SC 430

Aside from a revised wheel design in the Pebble Beach Special Edition, very little changed on the Lexus SC 430 retractable hardtop for 2008. Saddle interior trim is no longer available and Chardonnay Pearl paint has been replaced by Golden Almond Metallic. Pricing remains the same as the 2007 model.

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2007 Lexus SC 430 trims

2007 SC 430

The Lexus SC 430 retractable hardtop received new front knee air bags for 2007, as well as optional 18-inch "liquid graphite" alloy wheels. The typical dual windshield wiper setup has been replaced by a "uniblade."

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About GS

The 2000 GS 300 saw a few notable changes made, including child seat anchors on the rear bench and special low-emission certifications. Several new body colors were also offered, including Crystal White and Millennium Silver Metallic. The 2001 GS 300 got a brand new engine, a 4.3-liter V8 that could produce 300 horses and an impressive 325 pound-feet of torque. New shifter buttons were added to the steering wheel, and standard side curtain and front airbags were added to the model with passenger detection sensors. A few other changes were made, including trimmer headlamps and taillights, with optional HID bulbs, a new GPS system, and optional wood trims. A new Mark Levinson audio option was also added, as well as new body colors for buyers to choose from. No changes were made for the 2002 model year. In 2003, Lexus made the moon roof standard as well as adding wider tires and a CD changer to the dashboard. The 2004 and 2005 model years had no substantial changes. In 2006, Lexus announced a brand new GS 300 that offered a 3.0-liter V6 engine capable of turning out 245 horsepower.