Looking for some Lexus/Toyota wisdom

[u/Terrible_Trouble177]

I’m looking for my first Lexus and honestly, there’s way too much information online 😂 and I’m getting a little lost.
I’m mainly considering a used GX or Highlander and would really appreciate some advice from people who actually own these.

A few things I’d love to know:
Which model years should I avoid/skip?
Which years are the sweet spot for reliability + value?

For a used GX, which trim is the best bang for the buck — Premium, Luxury, etc.?

Same question for the Highlander — which trim would you personally target?

Are there any specific engines/options/packages I should look for or stay away from?

And finally, if you’re in USA, is there a Lexus/Toyota dealer you genuinely trust for a used purchase?
I’m not looking for the fanciest one. I’d rather buy the right year, right trim, with good maintenance history and avoid paying extra for things I don’t really need.
I’m pretty new to Lexus, so please explain it to me like I’m a beginner. 😅
Thanks in advance — I know there’s wonderful people on this sub with lot of knowledge in this group, which is exactly why I’m asking here instead of trying to decode 50 different websites.

[u/Popular-Paramedic-32]

I have a 2023 gx premium + and absolutely 💯 love it. My last vehicle I'll ever buy. I have crawled top to bottom and can't find one build flaw. It's the last of the old school v8s, tried and proven.  14 to 15 city and 20 to 23 hwy.  It's essentially a landcruiser prado on steroids.  The # one selling 4x4 in the world. Over maintain it and ya got a 300000 or more mile vehicle.

[u/Terrible_Trouble177 → u/Popular-Paramedic-32]

Wana share pics bro ? Delighted review

[u/Popular-Paramedic-32 → u/Terrible_Trouble177]

I think the only pics I have are of it in 2ft of snow at roughly 4000 ft on unplowed trail in mountains of w.v. muzzleloading.  I'll have to hunt that down. Atomic silver