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  1. deadlikeme

    Motor1: The Lexus GX Is the Best Land Cruiser Ever.

    That is a well written article and it feeds my confirmation bias, so enjoyed it for that reason as well.
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    Finally, A Test Drive and Decision Time: Which Style?

    I would go with whatever you like the looks of, works with your time line or comes in the color you want. With that said, for your use case which is similar to mine it does not sound like the ekds and extra differential will be used. I opted for the quieter prem+ with the synthetic leather...
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    Full list of roof rack options and preferences

    Thanks for putting this together! Also, it is great that you included shipping to Denver; very helpful. I haven't seen pricing, but the Rhino-Rack Reconn will be one to add. It might be worth throwing the OEM option in for a frame of reference. I would love any guidance on whether the racks...
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    ๐Ÿ’ธ The 'official' I put my deposit down list...

    Agreed. There are lots of Lexus dealers with no or refundable deposits with vehicles sold at MSRP.
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    The 2025 Lexus LX Gets More Power, Thanks to the Tundra's Hybrid Engine

    I am not looking for a $100k SUV, but if I were, I couldn't do the LX's grill, which is why I wouldn't do the old-style GX either.
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    The 2025 Lexus LX Gets More Power, Thanks to the Tundra's Hybrid Engine

    I find Toyota's hybrid strategy for trucks, which biases towards performance rather than fuel savings, interesting. Before I narrowed down on the GX, we were looking at the Tundra, and the hybrid just didn't make sense to me, given how capable the standard powertrain is for modest fuel savings...
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    Milage Until Empty

    Our RAV4Prime has this issue and drives me crazy on road trips. It goes to 0 with over 3 gallons left. Especially annoying because my wife then starts getting anxious... I wish there was an aftermarket solution or you know Toyota/Lexus treated us like adults who don't need a 100 mile buffer.
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    Premium plus or Overtrail

    Say more on why the GX will be more expensive to maintain than the LC? Just Lexus up charge? Less GXs on the road?
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    Premium plus or Overtrail

    I think you have a pretty good frame of reference, are you using the TRD Pro to the limits and wish it was more capable? If so the OT is likely what you want. If you feel like the TRD Pro is overkill and wish it had better on road manners or a third row, then the Premium+ is the way to go. The...
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    2025 Luxury Plus - Waitlist

    For whatever it is worth, the sales guy I trust the most said they don't know. And to watch for when the 4Runner starts production as they pull from the same parts supply. If they delay the '25 4Runner, then the '25 GX should be hitting the US in December. I am hoping they release the details...
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    What does it truly mean to be buying at MSRP?

    The dealership I trust the most says they can not. They can change port options early in the process. The other two dealerships I have talked with are more vague about port options but likewise can't do anything on factory.
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    GX550 with Land Cruise 1st Edition Roof Rack

    What are the dimensions of the rack? Love the look but didn't find them in the listing I saw online.
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    Car seats in GX550

    Yes, I did. It makes me sit with better posture/more upright than I would like on a long road trip. We had just test driven the Tundra which felt like a limo in the backseat so I think I was being more critical given that comparison. The GX is not prohibitive by any means especially in town...
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    Car seats in GX550

    We tested our car seat in the new Landcruiser, a Chicco KeyFit35 directly behind the passenger seat. I kept the front seat back at least 1" from touching the car seat. I at 6' had a roughly 1" to an 1.5" in space for knees. My wife at 5'6 had no complaints at all. Both of us were at a...
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    Trying to decide on GX550 vs. LC.

    My 2 cents: Just looked at a Landcruiser - Landcruiser Premium Package and an OT today and yesterday. I know a lot of people claim the GX's interior is at a Toyota level or not luxurious enough. For me, the interior quality is night and day different between the two. And the ergonomics of the GX...
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    Rhino-Rack is coming for the GX550

    Looks nice! Eager to hear reports on wind noise and see the specs. Have had great luck with Rhino Racks years ago for our roof mounted bike racks.
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    First Oil Change

    Thanks for the insight and sharing! Also at $30, just for curiosity makes sense too.
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    First Oil Change

    Please teach me about this: For the oil analysis, let's say it comes back with metal shavings (or whatever a bad result is), what do you do next? And if you catch the shavings early is there anything that you can do early to save the engine or is it like the Tundra situation?
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    What color will age the best?

    I meant it as a bit of both TBH both handle scratches and age well while also not feeling dated in terms of looks.
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    What color will age the best?

    I think Lexus did a really good job with the color line up. Feels differentiated but none that I dislike. I thought I didn't like the Mica but saw it in person and it looked great. The only option that is completely out for us is nightfall but that has nothing to do with aesthetics, just heat...
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    What color will age the best?

    I doubted you but you are correct on earth! Here is the best video I have found comparing colors.
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    Required loan to purchase

    We haven't got an allocation yet, but our sales guy said we can drop any port or dealer installed options but factory options are take it or leave it. So if you like the car, that is where you might be able to get flexibility, depending on dealer of course. I did do some looking around to see...
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    What color will age the best?

    More small scratches than I would expect. My previous daily driver was a GMC Canyon , also black that saw a lot more abuse, was driven off road a fair bit and hauled lumber with regularity and had much less visible scratches. More than that, on the hood, there is a body line where the paint has...
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    What color will age the best?

    Friends - What color do you think will age and wear the best? My current Toyota is a lovely black with blue fleck and has held up poorly over the past four years. I have heard Toyota is known for their thin paint. Of the current color choices, what colors do you think will hold up to abuse the...
  25. deadlikeme

    GX Overtrail+ not having Second Row Climate Controls and Digital Rear View Mirror at that price

    Any reason why overhead vents and/or third climate zone would be a drawback or tradeoff on an overlander type vehicle? I am surprised by both omissions particularly the overhead, since it seems like that would simplify manufacturing if all trims had the same vents. Not having the rearview...
  26. deadlikeme

    Fly fishing and exploring GX

    I think it all depends on how you like to fish. If you are grabbing a few hours after work, having a rod strung up and ready to go is a very nice thing. Or driving between 3 or 4 spots in a day. I have had my eye on one for rafting just to make putting in at the boat ramp that much easier.
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    Dealer Markup List California

    Make sure to either have the car shipped or be confident in the rules around picking it up in person. My understanding is if you buy a car in California and then drive it home, you are liable for CA taxes.
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    Trying to decide on GX550 vs. LC.

    One other vehicle to pay attention to is the new 4Runner. The small price difference between the LC trim and the GX makes the main consideration the engines and fuel economy for us. If the 4Runner is $10k cheaper that will be a harder call.
  29. deadlikeme

    SoCal Incognito Checking In

    We loved Pasadena, best residential architecture of any place I have been to. We moved from East LA to Pasadena and we always joked we moved to Eagleton. Can't complain as I sit on the deck and look at the Rockies and listen to the sounds of the Colorado River. But very much miss SGV for the food.
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    OT Nori official

    How has that dealership been? Honor the MSRP? Any add ons or extra fees? We are on the list for one in the Springs who so far has been great but thinking of checking around given the wide estimate of 4-10 months.
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