*Also posted in ClubLexus*
Hi All,
First time poster here folks! I am in the process of deciding whether to get a used 2012 GX with 38k miles on it.
I am not new to Toyota (new to Lexus though), having owned a FJ Cruiser & a 4 Runner previously. Currently I have a LR Discovery Sport. Which brings me to my current dilemma. Just less than a month of owning the Disco Sport and its already been to the dealership once with a possible trip again due to some squeaks and rattles. I never had these types of issues with a Toyota.
Having said that, I am seriously thinking of returning this car and getting a used GX instead. However my primary concern is the ride quality. I know the GX is a body on frame and the ride quality cannot probably be compared to the Disco Sport or even an LR4 (I have test driven multiple GX and a LR4).
However, I am hoping there perhaps aftermarket suspensions in the GX could significantly improve the handling (body roll, nose dive when braking etc.) which was a big issue for me with my previous 4Runner Trail premium especially since I live in a city (Pittsburgh),this car will be my DD and hence brisk handling is just so much more convenient.
Would appreciate feedback from folks on here who may have updated their suspensions and the improvement of the ride quality they may have experienced.
Please note : I do want a rig that would be off road capable as well as I plan to do pretty long expeditions both on road and in mild to medium off road conditions. I would prefer to do it in luxury plus want to try something new instead of getting another 4Runner. Hence the GX.
Hope the post wasn't too long and thanks in advance to everyone who can provide inputs!
Hi All,
First time poster here folks! I am in the process of deciding whether to get a used 2012 GX with 38k miles on it.
I am not new to Toyota (new to Lexus though), having owned a FJ Cruiser & a 4 Runner previously. Currently I have a LR Discovery Sport. Which brings me to my current dilemma. Just less than a month of owning the Disco Sport and its already been to the dealership once with a possible trip again due to some squeaks and rattles. I never had these types of issues with a Toyota.
Having said that, I am seriously thinking of returning this car and getting a used GX instead. However my primary concern is the ride quality. I know the GX is a body on frame and the ride quality cannot probably be compared to the Disco Sport or even an LR4 (I have test driven multiple GX and a LR4).
However, I am hoping there perhaps aftermarket suspensions in the GX could significantly improve the handling (body roll, nose dive when braking etc.) which was a big issue for me with my previous 4Runner Trail premium especially since I live in a city (Pittsburgh),this car will be my DD and hence brisk handling is just so much more convenient.
Would appreciate feedback from folks on here who may have updated their suspensions and the improvement of the ride quality they may have experienced.
Please note : I do want a rig that would be off road capable as well as I plan to do pretty long expeditions both on road and in mild to medium off road conditions. I would prefer to do it in luxury plus want to try something new instead of getting another 4Runner. Hence the GX.
Hope the post wasn't too long and thanks in advance to everyone who can provide inputs!