Stock #6445

The true essence of a sleeper sedan, these luxury transporters are easy to cruise down the interstate, pummel down a windy back road, or gobble up potholes when jaunting from stoplight to stoplight downtown

Exterior Overview

The S161 Aristo V300 has surprised us more than any other chassis we’ve seen at the dealership. The true essence of a sleeper sedan, these luxury transporters are easy to cruise down the interstate, pummel down a windy back road, or gobble up potholes when jaunting from stoplight to stoplight downtown. The drivetrain is legendary too, and shares most of its DNA with the fabled MKIV Supra Twin Turbo. Our 1998 is a classic example with a seldom seen 39k miles on the clock. Verified and documented, this White Pearl (051) Aristo is set off by an aftermarket grille, LED tail lamps, an OEM spoiler and factory rainguards. Showing just a few minor paint imperfections from daily use, the cosmetics are in above-average shape overall and this Aristo turns plenty of heads to those in the know. Comfortable, capable, and quick, this is a genre-defining Japanese Classic!

Interior Overview

Miles better than our tattered and torn leather options stateside, the 25 year old cloth buckets are in excellent condition and unique to this Vertex Edition Aristo. Showing no rips, stains, or tears from daily use, the condition of the interior upholstery is surprising, and apart from some vinyl residue on the dash there’s little to complain about cosmetically. Cabin comfort is prioritized, which should be expected from a Lexus badged vehicle here in the US, but it’s worth mentioning both driver and passenger gain power adjustable seating and dual front and side SRS airbags. To coddle drivers of all shapes and sizes, the steering column also tilts and telescopes. Dual zone climate control settles any cabin disputes up front, with cold A/C and hot heat on standby, and an adjacent Pioneer audio system is primed and ready with Bluetooth functionality. All four windows power down automatically, the locks work remotely to aid entry and exit, and the mirrors fold in with the push of a button. As a neat party trick, you can also control the windows off of your key for a true hands free experience. The rear seat is plenty spacious, and the trunk is cavernous too. It’s a cabin that still feels modern by today’s standards without all the unnecessary fluff and electronics that dominate modern offerings. We’ve even held on to the owner’s manuals, maintenance booklets, and original carpet mats to sweeten the deal!

Mechanical Overview

In the US, the GS300 was known for refinement and a civil on-road demeanor. This V300 is plenty refined, but the 2JZ-GTE under the bonnet can’t help but send this sedan tail happy from time to time! Our trained technicians have set this I-6 up for the road ahead with all the necessary maintenance, including a new timing belt and water pump kit to get you on track for the next 10 years or 100,000 km. We also addressed a few pesky oil leaks, and installed new cam seals, a fresh crank seal, and a new oil pan gasket, to keep all lubricant from your oil and filter service internal. We also resealed the valve covers for good measure, and installed a new alternator to replace the weak original unit. The 2J feels healthy, as do the stock twin turbos, which shoot you up to highway speeds with haste. The driveline also received a hearty refresh, with new front lower ball joints and caster arm bushings assisting handling. Adjustable KYB struts and RS*R lowering springs keep the chassis planted, and also eliminate any unsightly wheel gap. The steering is on point and responsive for a luxury sedan, and the nitrogen assisted ABS brakes clamp down with force. The polished factory alloys look great and are wrapped in good rubber. Chock full of tread, they’ll keep you covered for the road ahead and we aligned this Aristo to prolong the life of the rubber!

*California Residents: In order to register a Grey Market vehicle in the state of California then it will have to be made CARB compliant first. CARB certifications will have to be performed within the state. Depending on the vehicle and any existing modifications will affect the pricing. Typically CARB compliance will range between 5-10K. Additional information can be found on the California Air Resources Board website.