r/LexusGX

Hi all, the purpose will be to export this vehicle to Europe from the US. I'm looking into the V8 version which is supposedly the Land Cruiser (EU) model. The years would be 2015-2020? I need some hard core reliability facts on the vehicle since I will need to keep it for 10+ years. Any advice will be welcome.

Looking to sell my current newer 2024 LC250 to get into an older vehicle.

I was looking at potentially a Gx470/460 vs a 4th Gen 4Runner V8. What are arguments for either or? Trying to do a lot of research but there is so much info out there it can get overwhelming.

I commute about 20+ miles each way for work currently and have a toddler.

Has anyone run into the situation of their headlights pointing too low? Is this an easy fix?

I have found a Lexus GX from 2015, with only 150,000 kilometers / 95,000 miles on it. It's the full spec version. I currently drive a full speced Fortuner from 2025. They both have the same features except the GX has a few more with very similar interiors.

Only thing I'd be missing is Apple Carplay which I don't think is too hard of an install but appreciate any guidance.

I am going with an older Lexus because I wanted to wipe away my car loan. I had some trouble taking a financed car across the border.

Looking for any thoughts or suggestions or any issues I could face.

So just today I had my coolant temp needle go past the middle and I knew something was up as it kept climbing. Luckily it didnt go near the super hot zone as I pulled into a sprouts parking lot. Freaking out I checked the overflow tank only to see my coolant completely empty. Of course I was looking for signs of valley plate leak or a water pump leak but nothing. I bought some distilled water and filled up the radiator TEMPORARILY and aired the system out. Luckily there was some pink coolant left in the system as well. I drove around and temps held steady for around 10 miles of driving and some highway driving. I check the fluid level again and its sadly empty. I see no leaks anywhere and left it in the parking lot for an hour or two to see if it leaked anywhere and nothing sadly. Im assuming its the radiator cap since that has NEVER been replaced and it slightly crusty. What yall think because im stumped unless this radiator cap comes in and fixes my issue.

Very happy with this GX470 I just got. After driving new cars for my past few vehicles, decided I wanted to get something to keep forever as a reliable and comfortable vehicle. After doing some research the 4.7 and comfortable ride of the GX seemed like the only option that made sense. Has a little over 260k miles but seems to be well taken care of and in good shape for the age/miles.

I guess the most important question, the timing belt. Looking it over, does not look like it is old by any means, but cannot confirm when it was last done. Struggling to find any record of it. So, I am thinking I will replace that to be safe, but figured I’d check to see if anyone has a suggestion on any other ways to try to confirm when it was last done.

The only other mechanical question on the vehicle is the cluster. Sometimes the gas and temp gauge works and sometimes they don’t. From what I have found googling it sounds like it likely is fixable and is better than replacing the cluster. Going to talk to a local shop that does cluster repairs, but figured I’d see if anyone has had a similar experience.

Thinking I want to put some metal bumpers on the front and back. Definitely want something solid but nothing super big/bulky. Any suggestions?

I have also seen an Auxiliary fuel tank. Not something I am sure I will do but seems like that could be cool to have for road trips. So, wondering if anyone has had any experience with putting that in/if it felt like it was worth the work/cost.

Weighing my options for something to use to hold my phone when I need to use gps. Trying to avoid the vents and windshield. Any set up that fits that you have had success with?

Other than that, just planning on putting the OEM grill back in, touching up some paint chips on the hood, and getting an estimate for a pdr guy for a dent. So let me know if I am missing anything else that maybe important or nice. Thanks!

As the tittle says. My alternator went and I am going to need it towed from my house to the shop. What do I need to do to ensure they tow it right so nothing gets messed up in the process? Thanks y'all.