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Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 8:59pm On May 06, 2022
Car gurus,

Can you please compare the E320 & the Lexus GS 350 In terms of

• Durability & Reliability
• Availability & Affordability of parts
• Cost of Maintenance

Which is a better choice overall?

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by Ariiinze: 10:32pm On May 06, 2022
GS it is for me. It's speedy, Durable, reliable and have available parts too.

NB: I drive a GS

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by Bigdre31: 11:14pm On May 06, 2022
Ariiinze:
GS it is for me. It's speedy, Durable, reliable and have available parts too.

NB: I drive a GS

Benz has same mentioned qualities & more

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by ksmart027(m): 11:20pm On May 06, 2022
Bigdre31:


Benz has same mentioned qualities & more
What more?
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by fineboynl(m): 6:35am On May 07, 2022
If you have the money to maintain. Go for Benz.
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by diportivo: 7:11am On May 07, 2022
I will leave heavenlybang and mammanbawa to do the honours grin

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by luxestrap: 7:14am On May 07, 2022
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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by HeavenlyBang(m): 7:44am On May 07, 2022
GS350 easily. Not even close.

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 9:26am On May 07, 2022
HeavenlyBang:
GS350 easily. Not even close.

Sir can you tell me why the GS is preferable.

Also, is the GS parts cheaper parts cheaper than the E320

I'm doing this for a friend who is thinking of which to go with.
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 9:28am On May 07, 2022
fineboynl:
If you have the money to maintain. Go for Benz.

Sir, are you saying the GS is easier to maintain compared to the Benz?
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by Ariiinze: 9:30am On May 07, 2022
Yes. Mercedes have always has expensive spare parts.

Again, I'd advice a GS350 2008. It's luxury in it's glory.
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by fineboynl(m): 9:43am On May 07, 2022
shoppyanno:


Sir, are you saying the GS is easier to maintain compared to the Benz?
no. if he has money to maintain the Benz. He should go for Benz.
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by mammanbawa: 11:04am On May 07, 2022
GS350
It's quicker
Smoother
Cheaper to run on the long run
More efficient engine
More durable and reliable

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by mammanbawa: 11:05am On May 07, 2022
Bigdre31:


Benz has same mentioned qualities & more

No it doesn't
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 12:15pm On May 07, 2022
Sir,
What's the fuel consumption like?

I also observed that on the
club lexus thread, a lot of people are complaining about lexus burning engine oil, over heating, transmission issues.


What's the price range of a clean toks 2008 GS 350


mammanbawa:
GS350
It's quicker
Smoother
Cheaper to run on the long run
More efficient engine
More durable and reliable
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 12:20pm On May 07, 2022
HeavenlyBang:
GS350 easily. Not even close.
Sir,

What are your reasons for picking the GS over the E320?

I also observed that on the
club lexus thread, a lot of people are complaining about lexus burning engine oil, over heating, transmission issues.
Hope the GS 350 is not plauged with these issues

Hope the GS doesn't have these issues

I'm more concerned about cost of maintenance. Which is cheaper of the two?
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by diportivo: 6:14pm On May 07, 2022
shoppyanno:
Sir,
What's the fuel consumption like?

I also observed that on the
club lexus thread, a lot of people are complaining about lexus burning engine oil, over heating, transmission issues.


What's the price range of a clean toks 2008 GS 350




if for whatever reason,petrol is going to be an issue,buy corolla jeje

you can't eat your cake and have it

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by buygala(m): 6:50pm On May 07, 2022
shoppyanno:
Sir,
What's the fuel consumption like?

I also observed that on the
club lexus thread, a lot of people are complaining about lexus burning engine oil, over heating, transmission issues.


What's the price range of a clean toks 2008 GS 350




Don't mind the guy above me..

A relative drives a 2008 GS 350 which I have driven extensively.. So I think I can speak with some authority on this one smiley

For such a hefty, relatively powerful, and luxurious sedan, it has amazing fuel economy.. Its mpg is in the mid 20s.. You might get 25mpg on highway trips.. On town paroles, you should be getting close to 20mpg..some nigga on the Club Lexus international forum even got 30+ mpg on his 2008 GS350..

Feel free to do online research about the car's expected mpg instead of relying on the opinion of people who haven't even been near it in real life, much less drive it.

So yes.. As long as you get a good unit, no need to sweat about fuel economy.. As long as a Keke or Bajaj motorcycle isn't your point of reference for fuel economy smiley

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 7:36pm On May 07, 2022
buygala:

I appreciate you feed back.

Can you talk on the observation I made in the Club lexus about burning oil, over heating issues & gear transmission issues.
Hope the GS 350 doesn't have such issues

Don't mind the guy above me..

A relative drives a 2008 GS 350 which I have driven extensively.. So I think I can speak with some authority on this one smiley

For such a hefty, relatively powerful, and luxurious sedan, it has amazing fuel economy.. Its mpg is in the mid 20s.. You might get 25mpg on highway trips.. On town paroles, you should be getting close to 20mpg..some nigga on the Club Lexus international forum even got 30+ mpg on his 2008 GS350..

Feel free to do online research about the car's expected mpg instead of relying on the opinion of people who haven't even been near it in real life, much less drive it.

So yes.. As long as you get a good unit, no need to sweat about fuel economy.. As long as a Keke or Bajaj motorcycle isn't your point of reference for fuel economy smiley
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by buygala(m): 7:46pm On May 07, 2022
[quote author=shoppyanno post=112615211][/quote]

I can't speak for other Lexus vehicles, or even other 2008 GS 350s

But the one I drove from Abuja to PH and back didn't even cough all through the journey.. I didn't even experience a flat Tyre smiley ..

I only topped up a little less than half litre of oil after the trip to return it to the Guage it was on before it.. But that's to be expected as I drove the vehicle as if I stole it, at some point even doing 190km/hr smiley.. When car engines are put to such high revs for a prolonged period, its quite natural that they burn a wee bit of oil smiley

So I would say that if I had driven like a proper human being on that journey and maintained reasonable revs and speed limits like a law-abiding citizen, there won't have been need for an oil top-up

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 8:12pm On May 07, 2022
I appreciate your response Sir

I can't speak for other Lexus vehicles, or even other 2008 GS 350s

But the one I drove from Abuja to PH and back didn't even cough all through the journey.. I didn't even experience a flat Tyre smiley ..

I only topped up a little less than half litre of oil after the trip to return it to the Guage it was on before it.. But that's to be expected as I drove the vehicle as if I stole it, at some point even doing 190km/hr smiley.. When car engines are put to such high revs for a prolonged period, its quite natural that they burn a wee bit of oil smiley

So I would say that if I had driven like a proper human being on that journey and maintained reasonable revs and speed limits like a law-abiding citizen, there won't have been need for an oil top-up[/quote]
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 3:29pm On May 08, 2022
Which of the honest car dealers or importers would you recommend?
A friend needs 5 units of 2010 RX350



HeavenlyBang
Nurey
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by nurey(m): 3:36pm On May 08, 2022
shoppyanno:
Which of the honest car dealers or importers would you recommend?
A friend needs 5 units of 2010 RX350



HeavenlyBang
Nurey


Deltel
9icetoo
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by sexyto(m): 4:55pm On May 08, 2022
Why not compare with the m Benz e350 w211,the Lexus is 350 so compare with same engine displacement
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by Areaboy2(m): 2:22am On May 17, 2022
I have owned both. however, E350 not 320.
here's my comment.

The Benz is largely a better car to drive and generally to be inside. Maintenance is not crazy as long as you keep up with anything that pops up, deal with it. wahala comes when you leave things too long. Service the car regularly and it will not disappoint you. Benz is for a grown up responsible car owner, or else you will end up with stories like "this car is too expensive" haha. I sold my Benz in 2018 when i was going to live somewhere else for a while. I'm back now and still see the car with the guy i sold it to.. looking sharp and strong

Right now, I have the 2009 GS350 - Amazing car to drive and yes, it is slightly cheaper to maintain. however, believe it or not, fuel consumption is slightly more than the Benz. One important difference is the GS is forgiving to careless owners. it continues to go even when you neglect it unlike the Benz. Treat it well and you will love it even more. My version is AWD and i can tell you it is the first Toyota brand that almost handles like a German car. Feels heavy and sturdy and certainly not paper like (*Coughs* Camry).
GS is one of very few rear wheel drive Toyota based Saloon. and they nailed it.

In terms of costs, a good GS350 2007 - 2010 will set you back 4 - 5.5m toks, while Benz should cost a little more. please someone help with the range, i don't know much about the 320 cost.

Overall, I would advice to go for the GS. Unless you particularly want to drive a Mercedes. It is cheaper to buy, easier on the pocket to maintain since it is a Toyota underneath. and it actually packs a lot of kits and tricks that you can only get in a full option Benz.
Most of all, there is a uniqueness to the GS. them no plenty for road unlike ES.

Hope you make a good choice. Good luck wink

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by 9icetoo(m): 10:51am On May 17, 2022
nurey:


Deltel
9icetoo
Thanks for the mention. smiley

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Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by mammanbawa: 1:21pm On May 17, 2022
shoppyanno:
Sir,
What's the fuel consumption like?

I also observed that on the
club lexus thread, a lot of people are complaining about lexus burning engine oil, over heating, transmission issues.


What's the price range of a clean toks 2008 GS 350



If you take care of it, it will take care of you.
Price range is 3 to 5m
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by shoppyanno(m): 10:44pm On May 17, 2022
I appreciate your response
Please do you have any trusted dealer who imports vehicles and can get me one?
mammanbawa:


If you take care of it, it will take care of you.
Price range is 3 to 5m
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by olumzzz(m): 9:26am On May 19, 2022
shoppyanno:
I appreciate your response
Please do you have any trusted dealer who imports vehicles and can get me one?
Gazzuzz
Deltel
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by pete3000: 8:10pm On May 20, 2022
I gave deltel(dele) my car to sell and he sold the car without sending my money, if I didn't go to his office last week I won't know.
Pay me my money.
Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by Kewtt: 8:34pm On May 20, 2022
pete3000:
I gave deltel(dele) my car to sell and he sold the car without sending my money, if I didn't go to his office last week I ..won't know.
Pay me my money.
Diportivo
Nurey
Kingreign
Pafestula

Re: Mercedes E320 2005 Model or Lexus GS350 2008 Model by Kewtt: 8:36pm On May 20, 2022
shoppyanno:
I appreciate your response
Please do you have any trusted dealer who imports vehicles and c.an get me one?
Baba.... Price the transmission of both cars. Side mirrors... Body parts..... Just an advice ... lastly the engine price too

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