The New GS300 And GS430 Sport
Published: 4th July 2003
- New Lexus GS300 Sport and GS430 Sport models added to GS series
- GS430 Sport on sale 1 July, GS300 Sport available from 10 July
- Lower, retuned suspension for sportier handling
- Deep front air dam and rear spoiler (GS430) or lip spoiler (GS300)
- Matrix effect front grille – synonymous with grand touring saloons throughout the decade
- 18-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels with wider, lower profile tyres
- On-the-road prices £34,995 for GS300 Sport, £39,995 for GS430 Sport
Modified springs and shock absorbers and more robust anti-roll bars have been supplied by the company’s motorsport division, to give a more sporting handling performance. With the suspension revisions, the Sport models sit 20mm lower than the current SE models. They ride on new 18-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels fitted with 245/40 ZR18 tyres.
The new cars are also distinguished by styling features, including a mesh finish for the front grille, deep front air dam and a rear spoiler on the GS430 and rear lip spoiler on the GS300. These additions have been designed to blend harmoniously with the naturally flowing lines of the GS’s body shape.



