I agree. I got the first one my dealer received, black/black, ML/NAV/IPA and most other options. Just took it on it's first road trip. Got 24 mpg. Love the growl of the V8 and the silky smooth 8-speed. Very comfortable, easy to drive on highway, no wind noise, and great nav system.
Wow! You only received 24 mpg on the highway?
I am glad I stuck with the GS 300.
I took mine on a 400 mile round trip to Galveston last summer and I achieved 32 hwy, and I consistently get 26 in the city.
Now that gas is $3.40 a gallon, I am glad I don't have my second gen. GS!