First Impressions 1996 Lexus GS300 Base
A lot has been said about the Lexus GS300 for 1996. As Lexus's entry in the sedan market the GS300 (and in this case specically the Base version) has maintained a good reputation. The 4-door GS300 is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Lexus as a brand in general.
Lexus GS300 Engine Specs
The GS300 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 5-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sedan arena.
The GS300 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
The fuel system for the 1996 GS300 is a traditional MPI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 21.10 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the GS300 Base are 70.70 inches wide by 194.90 inches long. It sits a comfortable 55.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 109.40 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The standard warranty period for the GS300 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $45,700 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The GS300 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and twenty four when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.
In 1995 and 1996 the GS300 Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors. Additional options were made available by the factory.
Conclusion
There are several reasons why the Lexus GS300 Base sold well in 1996. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a GS300.
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