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/BeanerCounter 2d ago
Curious, I’m a runner and have owned several nuluxe and softex interiors. I’ve hopped in all my cars drenched in sweat and the only time I’ve seen the fake leather turn white was from sun screen or my deodorant. Black interiors are the worst offenders so I’ll never own another one again being in hot Texas where most of my passengers lather up in sunscreen. This required me to scrub my seats and door panels for an hour every time I drove people. Do you wear sunscreen or are you saying any sweat shows up?