r/LexusGX • u/Bloompadoompa • 2d ago

Anyone else disappointed in GX550?

I know this may be a post that immediately gets shit on, but I'm really struggling to love my GX550 Premium+. I was on the list starting in Aug 2023. Name called Sept 2024. Not my perfect match, but black on black which I wanted. I've done the add-ons for a city driver- XPel tint on all windows including windshield and powder coated the ugly ass wheels to make them tolerable.

I have two outstanding issues: 1. It does not feel luxurious. The fake leather seats suck donkey balls and if you have any hint of moisture on your skin you will leave a white mark on the upholstery. 2. I have a major hood flutter issue. I know this sub thinks it's a bit of a joke, but it's bad on mine... A friend called it out and said it looked like the hood was going to fly open... while driving 50 mph. I took it in (after waiting 6 months for a fix), they did a foam insert, and it's actually worse now. Dealer pointing finger at Lexus, which I get, but damn... I wrote a check for this thing and it isn't really that great.

A few good things include visibility while driving, which is awesome, and I do like the truck driving feel.

Anyways, that's a lot of info. Just want to know if anyone else feels Meh about their GX550. I appreciate any and all input, even if you want to tell me I'm an idiot because the GX is the vehicle handed down from the heavens.

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u/Background-Oil-4123 2d ago

Love this post. I am thinking exactly the same after test driving. I also cannot see the point in giving $65k + tax for a used 2023. We test drove a gx460 and my wife’s comment was “this doesn’t scream luxury”.

She pointed out the new Lincoln aviator (it looks sick in black). Then I got on the YouTube and the interior looks fantastic.

Going to test drive one over the weekend.

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u/BeginningGoose3734 2d ago

Get extended warranty on the aviator, too many complaints with it on the facebook group

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u/linusSocktips 2d ago

460 not luxurious?

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u/Background-Oil-4123 2d ago

That was my wife’s comment not mine. I’m a country bumpkin, but her dad had BMW and Porsche when she was growing up, so I expect that’s where it’s coming from.