Tuned Lexus GS Driven By A Paraplegic, Hides A 2JZ Surprise
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We admit to not being familiar with the fabricator and drifter Chairslayer, aka Rob Parsons, but running across his Lexus GS300 build we were instantly drawn in. After all, we don't see too many people doing tasteful modifications on the GS – the Lexus sedans are either kept bone stock or modified in ways we don't really prefer.But Chairslayer's car as shown off on YouTube channel HertLife is pretty sweet. And the fact it was built for a paraplegic driver intrigued us even more. We absolutely believe the car hobby is something anyone who wants to enjoy should.
Even more interesting, the build isn't some ultra pretty show car, even though it does have some eye candy with the chrome wheels. Parsons says he has daily driven the Lexus for some time, including in the harsh Utah winters, so it's seen plenty of action.
Still, he wanted to have fun with the luxury sedan, so he did. When he acquired the GS, it apparently was a full VIP build, which he admits isn't really his thing. Still, he liked the way it looked and so he decided to start making it his own.
Obviously, the car is bagged so it can ride low or go higher to deal with potholes and driveway skirts. What most wouldn't expect is the twin-turbo 2JZ engine lurking under the hood. We don't know if it qualifies are a sleeper, per se, but we also don't think most people would expect the Lexus to be packing that much heat.
The interior is nice with quilted leather upholstery, contrast stitching, solid wood trim, and other niceties. While it's not a racecar, the GS is a great way to enjoy some power, have some fun, yet also sit in the lap of luxury.
Chairslayer says he's launching his own YouTube channel, which could be great, so look it up if you want to know more about what he does.
Images via HertLife/YouTube
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