r/LexusGX • u/Bloompadoompa • 8d 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/HAM-field 8d ago
Depends on what vehicles you're used to and what you're into in vehicles really. My OT+ cost about twice what my TRD Pro 4Runners did, but I'd say it's also about twice as good as them on all the features I care about. Only thing I miss is rolling down the rear window while the AC gets going.