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Old 04-13-2010, 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Fraser View Post
Some people around here call their X5s 'trucks" but the GX460 really is a truck - separate-chassis construction, live axle at the back, low-range gearing. Great off road but pretty sloppy on road compared to the X. In Australia they put different engines in it (a 4.0-litre petrol six and a 3.0-litre four-cyl TD) and call it a Toyota LandCruiser Prado (150 Series). Not trying to put your new ride down as I'm sure you'll find it smooth and comfortable ... and hopefully 100% reliable. Good luck with it.
How prescient those comments on handling:

Consumer Reports Says Lexus GX 460 Is Unsafe - Wheels Blog - NYTimes.com
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