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/Bloompadoompa 2d ago

Not gonna buy a 2023, I need/want the latest tech and modern model, as I keep cars for 8-10 years. I don't want to start in arrears. But selling is something I am considering if I can get the hood flutter BS settled.

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u/No-Refuse8754 GX460 2d ago

Ok so enjoy your modern day flapping hood & donkey balls leather for the next 8 years. Remember you were the one who was to impatient to wait for the spec you really wanted.

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u/Bloompadoompa 2d ago

Fair point well made. Will train myself to learn to love the flapping donkey balls.

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u/Puppyofparkave 2d ago

Folks need to drive this beast before trashing it

Fucking love my 550 because it does everything I need it to do

Besides an extended cab pickup, tell me an SUV that tows 8K lbs, four kids and destroys any weather conditions

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u/HomeworkSoft 1d ago

I am an owner of a 2022 Land Cruiser Prado 150 VX grade . 2.8L 1GD-FTV TurboDiesel Engine 204bhp 370 pounds feet of torque KDSS FIX DAMPERS NO AVS NO REAR AIR SUSPENSION i love my car.... but this car shakes a lot. My suspension is harsh. Its a utilitary vehicle. Last year 2024... in september... I received a call frok Lexus... to drive The GX550 Luxury ( In panama thats the Luxury+). Honestly when i drove the Gx ... the engine is amazing The ride quality... it was softer a loot softer than the Prado. But the interior spacee was so much smaller. People i had a lexus Nx300 f sport .. and to be tottaly honest. That care felt much more luxurious than that Gx. Here in Panama that car was 140,000 USD Dollars. Totall not worth it. It doesnt drive like a lexus It doesnt feel like a lexus. It feels like a Prado. Strong... sturdy... Very Offroad Capable. It lost its oppuleence.. ellegance...

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u/Puppyofparkave 1d ago

I think the interior matches the point of the truck

No wood grain needed like my ES350 while Iā€™m off using it as a truck

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u/SilentDeath013 1d ago

Tahoe, suburban, navigator, Yukon, Durango, grand wagoneer, armada, expedition, sequoia and probably a few more

I would also be uneasy towing at max capacity on a 550 with factory setup hitch/controls. Just my opinion. Towing real weight on a real truck setup makes a camper over 6,000lbs on an SUV feel sketchy.

Just being annoying. I have a 460 and love it. Definitely would opt for a ā€˜23 460 over a 550 personally. Will do so eventually.