At the turn of the millennium, Toyota’s luxury-performance arm quietly created one of Japan’s most understated legends—the Aristo JZS161. Known internationally as the Lexus GS300/400, the Aristo remained a domestic-market sleeper, hiding the heart of a Supra beneath an executive sedan silhouette.

This particular example is a 2002 Toyota Aristo Vertex Edition, finished in timeless Pearl White. Subtly enhanced with a Vertex Style bodykit, TOM’S carbon fibre C-pillar garnish, and sitting squarely on 19-inch WedsSport SA-67R wheels, it strikes a balance between refinement and aggression.

Inside, the velvet black interior remains remarkably clean and original, a rare sight for a two-decade-old JDM performance saloon. It exudes understated luxury while serving as the cockpit for one of Toyota’s most revered powerplants.

Beneath the bonnet lies the legendary 2JZ-GTE VVTI turbocharged inline-six, paired here with a suite of purposeful aftermarket enhancements intercooler — TOMEI fuel regulator, HKS SSQV blowoff valve, and BLITZ Nur Spec exhaust. To match its power, the chassis has been equally refined with TRD brake calipers and slotted rotors, steel braided brake hoses, TEIN adjustable coilovers, and a TRD front strut bar—ensuring confident stopping power and precise handling balance.

Now regarded as a cult JDM icon, the JZS161 Aristo embodies the duality of comfort and power—capable of being a refined cruiser one moment and a serious performance machine the next. With its rare Vertex Edition pedigree, considered upgrades, and clean presentation, this Aristo is a collector-grade opportunity to own one of Toyota’s most compelling blends of luxury and performance.

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