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The ES330 has ventilated seats as well.

Here are the current used GX's at Lexus of Portland in Oregon for comparison.

Price Mileage

2003 Lexus GX 470 $39,895 59,020 Certified

Black

VIN: JTJBT20X730016805

2004 Lexus GX 470 $46,895 16,000 Certified

Blue

VIN: JTJBT20X440048628

I just roll up the rear seats and put a dog bed immediately behind them covering the seat latching holes. Dogs are close and happy and bolstered by the rear seat if we have a sudden stop. I still have access to the far rear for suitcases or other materials. Dogs love the view--two standard poodles.

Regarding tire size, Costco, America's Tire and Lex Schwab all advised that 255/55-18 tires would fit the 18" wheel on the RX330. I am very happy with the Toyo Proxes tires. they are quieter yet much better cornering and freeway driving. The larger size may cost slightly in mileage but it has not been noticeable.

I've owned both a '99 and '01 300 and now have a '04 330. The 330 is better in every way. It has better power, gas mileage, cornering, turn radius, seat leather, road noise, etc... I would never go back to the 300.

I just bought a set of Toyo Proxes S/T size 255/55-18 for my 2004 R330. So far they are great in wet and dry conditions. I am sure that I will need chains for snow but that is a rarity for me. The quiet and gentle ride are amazing. Grip on corners is much improved over the Michelin vx4. I paid 677.56 at Les Schwab for tires, spin balance, siping.

I have a used 2004 RX330 with the most annoying squeak in the tool hatch cover. The only fix has been to keep a load on the rear deck. I will be asking Lexus to repair it. any other ideas?

A subforum for the 400h is a great idea.

[quoquestion is: Can the tailgate travel be limited. I need only an inch or so. Mmmmmmm.

Have you tried backing in the Lexus RX so both cars have their driver doors on the center aisle. I find that with the power door in the rear of the garage away fromt he overhead door, opening the read door is no problem and I have more room for the drriver's door as well.