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Lexus L-Tuned Sport Package Will Add More Performance and Style to GS Series

10 August 2000

Lexus L-Tuned Sport Package Will Add More Performance and Style to GS Series

    TORRANCE, Calif. - To enhance the driving pleasure of the GS 300 and GS 400, 
Lexus and Toyota Racing Development (TRD) have developed an aftermarket sport 
package called L-Tuned, which will be available through Lexus dealers August 1, 
2000.

    "The GS 300 and GS 400 are great cars to drive, but some drivers want even
more performance and sporty style from their vehicles," said Denny Clements,
Lexus group vice president and general manager. "By ordering a manufacturer-
approved aftermarket package through Lexus dealers, our customers know they're
getting high-quality parts, reliable installation and a warranty."

    For the GS300/400 series, L-Tuned will offer two distinct packages to
accommodate a broad range of driving techniques, road conditions and vehicle
styling.

    L-Tuned's Series 1 Package is comprised of a body kit, one of three
wheel/tire combinations and special L-Tuned badging.  The body kit, made of
durable polyurethane, includes side skirts and a unique body-color grille
surrounded with a laser-cut mesh insert.

    The Series 2 Package includes the Series 1 components plus performance
shocks and springs, a re-calibrated steering ECU and stainless steel mufflers
with polished tips for a sportier look.

    With each package, GS300/400 owners will have the choice of three
different wheel and Z-rated tire combinations:

    -- 17" x 8" OZ Superturismo Alloy  Wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport Tires
       (235/45Z)
    -- 17" x 8" OZ Superturismo Alloy Wheels with Michelin XGTZ4 All-Weather
       Tires (235/45Z)
    -- 18" x 8" (front), 18" x 9.5" (rear) OZ Alloy Wheels with Michelin Pilot
       Sport Tires (235/40Z, front and 265/35Z, rear)

    L-Tuned packages are available in Crystal White, Black Onyx and Millennium
Silver Metallic with other factory colors offered via special order only.
Although Series 1 and 2 Packages are engineered to work together for maximum
performance, the individual components also are available separately,
including all wheel/tire combinations. When installed by an authorized Lexus
dealer, L-Tuned parts carry a strong warranty that complements the vehicle's
Lexus warranty.


                           Lexus L-Tuned Price Summary*

                                     Packages

           Stage 1 (17" all-weather tires)              $3,089
           Stage 1 (17" dry tires)                      $3,315
           Stage 1 (18" dry tires)                      $3,685
           Stage 2 (17" all-weather tires)              $4,452
           Stage 2 (17" dry tires)                      $4,670
           Stage 2 (18" dry tires)                      $5,047

                              Individual Components

           Wheel/Tire Set, 17" all-weather              $1,717
           Wheel/Tire Set, 17" dry tires                $1,950
           Wheel/Tire Set, 18" dry tires                $2,336
           Aero kit                                     $1,389
           Badging kit                                     $80
           Front and rear shock set                       $275
           Lowering spring set                            $350
           GS 400 sport muffler set                       $676
           GS 300 sport muffler set                       $676
           Steering electronic control unit               $148

    * Prices subject to change                       8/1/00
    ** prices do not include dealer installation