Bought a car for 4,000 private party. Guy claimed the car had 107,000 on the odometer and that him and his uncle worked on the car and it had no problems. Drove the car home engine started smoking in motion and car has major leaks. Did a carfax report and the car has 195,000+ miles. Seller also claimed he had the car for multiple years and in reality had it for 4 days. Upon purchase he did a title release form and a duplicate title form and said he would send the title in the mail as soon as he got it.
The worst 2005 Lexus GS problems
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Lexus GS 39
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad...
- Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical...
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used...
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s)...
2005 Lexus GS fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 |
| 4.3L 8‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 22 | 18 |
What 2005 Lexus GS owners say
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Questions about the 2005 Lexus GS
Is the 2005 Lexus GS reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Lexus GS, fewer than a typical GS model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Lexus GS?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2005 Lexus GS have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Lexus GS get?
Official estimates for the 2005 Lexus GS range from 18 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 23 highway.
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