Well before buying this 04' Lexus GS300 I had a 2012 Volkswagen CC. The Volkswagen had lots of problems despite being a newer car. Having said this the engine is blown due to timing tensioner failure (common on 2009-2012 Volkswagen 2.0T engines). Being a full-time student and also working full-time I needed to move around. Since previously I had owned a 98' Lexus GS400 (V8) I saw how reliable and the potential of these cars. Having said this, I decided to get the GS400's little brother, GS300