This Car Company is Going Bankrupt and You Can Get a Hell of a Deal: th-cam.com/video/dRPBKYI0VUs/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching! Like and Subscribe for More Vids Daily ► th-cam.com/channels/uxpxCCevIlF-k-K5YU8XPA.html ⬇️Scotty’s Top DIY Tools: 1. Bluetooth Scan Tool: amzn.to/2nfvmaD 2. Mid-Grade Scan Tool: amzn.to/33dKI0k 3. My Fancy (Originally $5,000) Professional Scan Tool: amzn.to/31khBXC 4. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae 5. Dash Cam (Every Car Should Have One): amzn.to/2YQW36t 6. Basic Mechanic Tool Set: amzn.to/2tEr6Ce 7. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg 8. Ratcheting Wrench Set: amzn.to/2BQjj8A 9. No Charging Required Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/3i7SH5D 10. Battery Pack Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2nrc6qR ⬇️ Things used in this video: 1. Common Sense 2. 4k Camera: amzn.to/2HkjavH 3. Camera Microphone: amzn.to/2Evn167 4. Camera Tripod: amzn.to/2Jwog8S 5. My computer for editing / uploading: amzn.to/301tYt9 Subscribe and hit the notification bell! ► goo.gl/CFismN As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
I bought mine new in 2008. 220k miles now. Still runs like a scalded ape and surprises lots of the guys who have no idea what it is. Techstream shows no DTCs on mine. That one is not so grreat.
Back in the '70s we ALL drove rwd cars with no traction control. Big sloppy land yachts which sailed over bumps and handled like wet sponges in custard.
I have an '08 GS460 which is the poor man's IS-F but it has the same exact transmission and I have the TCU from this IS-F and he's right about how fast this thing shifts it's incredible.
How to make your 2nd gen IS fun again. Theres a code to take the traction ctrl off completely, without it turning back on after a slide. Shut down the car, have the handbrake on, turn on the car, floor the brake pedal twice, then hold it down, pull the handbrake down and do it twice, down --> up, down --> up, then leave it up, release the brake and floor it down twice again, you hear a beep and all the assists are off, only turns back on if you shut down the car and back on. This only works for 2006-2008 prefacelift, there is a video on youtube aswell, search for how to turn off is250/350 traction control off.
Ive got ones of these and it will do 32 mpg on a long run. I had a 1998 toyota Camry before this and I have not noticed much of a difference in fuel economy between the 2 cars.
@@ratedm90Get a 15. Doesn't have the adaptive suspension that's expensive to replace. And it's pretty much the same all the way to 24. Different styling and infotainment for 2020, but you can easily just put an android screen in the 15 to give you everything the 2020 has lol
ISF Owner here, owned 4 and a half years, 40k miles as a daily driver. never left me on the side of the road. its been great ! Edit: Also, fix the check engine light and the traction control will turn back on. whenever the CEL is on the traction control is disabled.
Great car! Had one and got 27mpg highway. Damaged one rim one time and the factory 19x11 wheel was $1900! Only thing I really didn’t like about it was the gas range was only like 240 miles in a full tank - assuming you drive normal.
@@Fanati_XX Its a difference between BHP and SAE HP And there is even a measurement called PS So, for the ISF it's 423ps which is equal to 420bhp and that is the same as 416 SAE hp.
They are great cars and underrated for sure, I have a 08 with 41,000km on it and love it, and they have 416hp not 401. The engines heads were done by Yamaha and has titanium inlet valves, a lot of technology in the 2URGSE. The console trim isn’t faux carbon it’s actually real weaved aluminum. And yes you can shift faster than the computer, sport mode with manual shifts in 0.01 of a second faster than in drive. They have a few issues like leaking valley plate, cracked oem headers and melting dash, but very reliable and powerful.
I have a 2012 ISF....I put all the miles on it and it's still rock solid. They are very fast and the best part is they always turn on when you push start
08 ultrasonic blue owner here, and man, I love this thing. Its funny when people ask if I swapped the motor when they hear that v8 (Currently have a full exhaust system).
Currently at 141k miles on my 15 RC-F. Gets daily driven, used for detailing, track use, etc. All I've ever done was oil changes, tires, and brakes. Just upgraded LCA bushings to stop the inner tire wear issue and I'm about to swap out the struts and shocks. They aren't leaking, but I'm feeling then getting softer, which isnt ideal for fast cornering lol
I have owned my ultrasonice blue isf for 8 years now. It is by far the longest i have ever owned any car. Main reason o kept it was becasue you really just dont see these anywhere. They are very rare at just over 5000 units in the usa over 6 years of production. I have supercharged mine and its now making 650whp. It has been an awesome car to own!
Really for any car you should never skimp on tires. As they are the ONLY thing between the car, you and the road! Good tires also help in that ever important thing called "braking". You will stop in a shorter amount of distance with good tires. And that just might be the difference between having a wreck or not. But for any speeds over 120 MPH you do need special tires.
I own a 2003 Lexus gs430 with 280,000 miles and it is running like a new car! I've had it forever and so many people have tried to buy it but I refuse to sell it! Love Lexus and I plan on buying another when this one finally dies.
At first I thought this video might be about a Crown Vic. You get a lot of car for the money with those and unlike a lot of Ford cars now they are pretty reliable. I'm kind of interested in the Lexus LC500 but the prices on those are really up there. I'm not sure that prices on those are going to come down much if at all.
Wanted an ISF, but settled on an IS350. Im happy with it, some sways, rr poly bushings, ISF steering ecu, springs, some light 18s with cup 2s & I'll be even happier with it! 😁
He mainly meant it's more maintenance. For example to change the starter motor you have to take the whole intake manifold off. 1000k job. He didn't mean they r bad engines.
Most reliable vehicle I ever had was a 2000 Jeep Cherokee classic, 4.0 when I first got it, it had 160xxxx now it has 250xxx only had change my starter , besides, regular maintenance Nerve let me down once .
Friend has an 08 Escalade, 525,000 kms or 325,000 miles. Looks new. The 6.2 is bulletproof. People get super hyped over Lexus. But there are some other excellent rides out there.
In 2017 I purchased a 2011 ISF with the rare black and orange interior. Most fun car I ever owned. Put about 50k miles on it. Sold it in 2020. Absolutely regret it and always will. Thought at the time that I was done having fun with it. Later on I realized I was not 😔
A 16 year old car with a comparable 60-130 as a 10 speed mustang while being a sedan, I don't think that's bad at all considering there multiple examples of the isf hitting well over 300,000 miles without major issues
Had a nice used Lexus that had been wrecked on right rear. Had problems with several things, worst was bad ac o ring in dash. Cost a fortune to fix. Sold it, good riddance. If you can’t afford a new one, you can’t afford a used one.
Very true Was a BMW technician and love them. Definitely one thing BMW makes way to complex is their V8’s and definitely need extensive service. Look at their N63, they literally made 4 revisions to that motor the first revision was a disaster in reliability. Then came the TU which fixed a lot of issues and a much better engines. All still to this day have valve stems that get hard and pain to replace them. This Lexus in this video is definitely way more reliable I work on one like it and wasn’t much wrong with it.
@@lobuxracer to be honest, it’s never affected me because I drive so much I wear cars out before that period of time. But we have to remind ourselves there are plenty of people out there that can only afford 10 year old cars. And those people would never buy new TPMS sensors.
I sold my 2011 ISF and miss it. Best car I've ever owned. A sleeper, with power, sound and fun. Reliable and well rounded. Was the fastest track car? No, i did t buy it for that. With the right mods its potent. Unfortunately its near impossible to find a clean ISF at a reasonable price today... 😔 Paired with Novel headers/Exhaust amazing sound. Look up this combo here on TH-cam...
😂 a scooter my V8 in my Chevy truck was pretty damn good pushing a plow through all weather pulling a skid steer and a finishing dozer. While hauling tools and a 110 gallon fuel tank. I put 360,000 trouble-free miles on it. Before I forgot to wash the undercarriage off and it rusted out.
You said the v8 does 150 mph and there is lots left. The v6 does 140 mph and there is a lot left ! 140mph it’s running about 4500 rpm . This is the most capable car I’ve owned, or wanted. TIRES, TIRES, TIRES ! 100% what you said, the car is very capable but you have to have the tyres to get maximum, safe effects.
Compared to V8 powered cars nowadays it’s underpowered, especially for the price these things still go for. You won’t find a clean one under 20 grand unless it’s salvage, clapped out or super high mileage. And even then finding decent ones for the low 20s is a rarity. For the 20-30 even upwards of 40 grand you could spend on an ISF there’s just MANY better options out there depending on what the potential buyers are looking for. The only people buying these cars are people who know what they are and you REALLY gotta want em to pay the crazy used price on one.
Bought an 06 is250 AWD with 85,000 KM on it last fall. Since then I’ve replaced the water pump as it failed as well as the alternator. Replaced 2 of the spark plugs but not all of them as I think the other 4 are hard to get to. Replaced all fluids and have done regular frequent oil changes since buying. It’s now somewhere at 120,000km and I’ve loved driving the car it is a tank! I will say it does feel underpowered at higher speeds and the transmission does feel kind of slow granted it is an older car. Overall car is smooth has no problems dealing with the Canadian winter up here and is a sweet car to cruise around in! Anyone have any tips or suggestions for me please feel free to leave a response!
I’m a big domestic guy, prefer GM V8s….BUT there’s something about the allure of the Lexus badge/reliability (perceived or otherwise) the fit/finish & the interior/exterior design of the RC-F & LC500 that has me wanting one…& I like that this a great sounding N/A V8 made by Yamaha as well. I may get one….esp an LC500, they’re way cheap now & I expect em to go up (I almost don’t even want to put it out there lol)
gs-f much better , and only 3200 made between '16 - 20 .. 2500 LHD and 700 RHD units .. my '16 is same engine but 477hp ,, exhaust done .. awesome sounding and no probs yet ,, it's done 63k miles .. ..
Scotty said it: It's made for speed and luxury, period. The naturally aspirated Lexus 5.0 liter is a great engine. A Toyota Aisin 8-speed transmission... my wife has it in her 2019 XC-40 Volvo. Even the Swedes/Chinese know who builds the best transmissions.
This Car Company is Going Bankrupt and You Can Get a Hell of a Deal: th-cam.com/video/dRPBKYI0VUs/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching! Like and Subscribe for More Vids Daily ► th-cam.com/channels/uxpxCCevIlF-k-K5YU8XPA.html
⬇️Scotty’s Top DIY Tools:
1. Bluetooth Scan Tool: amzn.to/2nfvmaD
2. Mid-Grade Scan Tool: amzn.to/33dKI0k
3. My Fancy (Originally $5,000) Professional Scan Tool: amzn.to/31khBXC
4. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae
5. Dash Cam (Every Car Should Have One): amzn.to/2YQW36t
6. Basic Mechanic Tool Set: amzn.to/2tEr6Ce
7. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg
8. Ratcheting Wrench Set: amzn.to/2BQjj8A
9. No Charging Required Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/3i7SH5D
10. Battery Pack Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2nrc6qR
⬇️ Things used in this video:
1. Common Sense
2. 4k Camera: amzn.to/2HkjavH
3. Camera Microphone: amzn.to/2Evn167
4. Camera Tripod: amzn.to/2Jwog8S
5. My computer for editing / uploading: amzn.to/301tYt9
Subscribe and hit the notification bell! ► goo.gl/CFismN
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Sweet V8 ride!
Have a good weekend Scotty. 😊 Hot here in south Georgia 🥵
Hi Scotty! How can I fix my electric brake cable. The cable won’t release so I can put it back on the brake drum. 2018 Lexus GS350 RWD
Not even competition! Your opinion! At least I won’t be sucking exhaust fumes from the Tesla! Love EVs! Best tech ever!
I love my ISF, it’s a great balance of performance and reliability.
Any Lexus V8 once it’s gone, people will miss it. Well built engines
Underpowered,slow boring no one aint gonna miss it bud.
I bought mine last year. I love it!
@@Ze_Hans Go to back to your tesla bro,
@@Ze_Hanslmao comparatively to American cars of the same year it’s not a slouch at all. That was simply just that era of cars 400-500HP
I bought mine new in 2008. 220k miles now. Still runs like a scalded ape and surprises lots of the guys who have no idea what it is. Techstream shows no DTCs on mine. That one is not so grreat.
Lobux you’re a legend. Referenced your knowledge and posts on ClubLexus for my 350 and now my 08 F for years now. Thank you sir.
the Lexus ISF is my realistic dream car
You got this bro!
Same here
Just brought one 5 days ago
@@KoyoteMaglen how is the mgp ?
@@KoyoteMaglencongrats, brilliant taste
IS F finally getting the recognition it deserves 🔥
I just bought a 2022 Avalon XLE with next to no mileage, and I couldn't be happier. Smooth, powerful, a dream to drive.
Ahh.... the day has finally come... Scary, Scotty finally found a ISF. Game over 😂
He is no longer a cheapskate
That “WEEEEEE!!!!” After the tires got loose was pure comedy
A reliable Lexus with a nice V8 is better than a Tesla any day.
Totally agree.
DAMN STRAIGHT!!!
True..
in every way besides tech but the tech is least important
More gratification for sure.
Those cars are amazing. Took a road trip in one to Los Angeles. It was the most fun car I've ever been in.
Thought maybe it was gonna be the grand marquis. Mom had one back in the day, it purred like a kitten and roared like a lion
The Grand Marquis Brougham and the Crown Vic LX were excellent excellent vehicles. There's more to life than Lexus.
I have an IS500 that has the same V8 & it's an amazing car.
Lol just commented about my is 500 and then just saw yours haha hope your loving yours fam !
Thanks Scotty for this video, I love my 2008 ISF ❤FBO 425 WHP, it’s a Summer/ Weekend car, bought it in 2016 and I’m keeping it
Got my ISF last year.. Never getting rid of her. It's about TIME I see Scotty post a video about the ISF.
Back in the '70s we ALL drove rwd cars with no traction control. Big sloppy land yachts which sailed over bumps and handled like wet sponges in custard.
Dream car. Would take it any day over any new BMW, Benz etc
Just bought my 2012 ISF and never looking back!
How many miles?
Lucky bro imma gonna hustle hard to buy one
Back in 2008 Toyota used their racing development technology to build these Lexus is f V8 and I wanted one of them so bad back in 2008
I have an '08 GS460 which is the poor man's IS-F but it has the same exact transmission and I have the TCU from this IS-F and he's right about how fast this thing shifts it's incredible.
Just bought a 2008 is250 . Its my first lexus and i love it !
Yo same, 2010 F-sport. Love the car. Its not quick, but the feel from the ride is awesome
@@Fanati_XX agreed 💯
Engine has such a nice sound and it shifts gears like silk. I have a 2010.
Just got a 2020 IS350 F Sport and boy let me tell you this thing is surprisingly quick and it handles amazingly I love mine as well
How to make your 2nd gen IS fun again. Theres a code to take the traction ctrl off completely, without it turning back on after a slide. Shut down the car, have the handbrake on, turn on the car, floor the brake pedal twice, then hold it down, pull the handbrake down and do it twice, down --> up, down --> up, then leave it up, release the brake and floor it down twice again, you hear a beep and all the assists are off, only turns back on if you shut down the car and back on. This only works for 2006-2008 prefacelift, there is a video on youtube aswell, search for how to turn off is250/350 traction control off.
Ive got ones of these and it will do 32 mpg on a long run. I had a 1998 toyota Camry before this and I have not noticed much of a difference in fuel economy between the 2 cars.
Sweet Lexus ! If it’s from Canada the odometer is in KM not miles. The mileage says 165422 which is 102788 Miles. Not bad at all.
I've got an RC-F and i don't regret it. I am going to keep it as long as I can
Same
That’s a very beautiful car. Keep it up.
I’m definitely getting an rcf! What’s the best year to get?
@@ratedm90Get a 15. Doesn't have the adaptive suspension that's expensive to replace. And it's pretty much the same all the way to 24. Different styling and infotainment for 2020, but you can easily just put an android screen in the 15 to give you everything the 2020 has lol
@@NOLAItsNotOva ok thanks for the tip!
ISF Owner here, owned 4 and a half years, 40k miles as a daily driver. never left me on the side of the road. its been great ! Edit: Also, fix the check engine light and the traction control will turn back on. whenever the CEL is on the traction control is disabled.
Yeh your right !!
Same here, 3 and a half, but the car is a great car with a great sound that almost no one knows about :)
A luxury sleeper that lasts & lasts if you buy good/used & therefore is affordable PLUS rear wheel drive V8, can’t see anything wrong with this deal!!
Great car! Had one and got 27mpg highway. Damaged one rim one time and the factory 19x11 wheel was $1900! Only thing I really didn’t like about it was the gas range was only like 240 miles in a full tank - assuming you drive normal.
400 HP. That's a sleeper with classy styling.
That's great, I have 0.25 HP at best!
it's actually 416 HP
@@applesauce1165 Maybe in US they have less. I noticed that with IS 250, in US spec its 204HP and EU spec is 208HP
@@Fanati_XX Its a difference between BHP and SAE HP And there is even a measurement called PS So, for the ISF it's 423ps which is equal to 420bhp and that is the same as 416 SAE hp.
@@greebuh Thanks for the info 👍
Bought mine new in 2008. 200K miles. Drives good as new.
Scotty is correct about the tires. Makes a difference.
They are great cars and underrated for sure, I have a 08 with 41,000km on it and love it, and they have 416hp not 401. The engines heads were done by Yamaha and has titanium inlet valves, a lot of technology in the 2URGSE. The console trim isn’t faux carbon it’s actually real weaved aluminum. And yes you can shift faster than the computer, sport mode with manual shifts in 0.01 of a second faster than in drive. They have a few issues like leaking valley plate, cracked oem headers and melting dash, but very reliable and powerful.
I have a 2012 ISF....I put all the miles on it and it's still rock solid. They are very fast and the best part is they always turn on when you push start
08 ultrasonic blue owner here, and man, I love this thing. Its funny when people ask if I swapped the motor when they hear that v8 (Currently have a full exhaust system).
Thank you for doing content on a ISF !!!!
Currently at 141k miles on my 15 RC-F. Gets daily driven, used for detailing, track use, etc. All I've ever done was oil changes, tires, and brakes. Just upgraded LCA bushings to stop the inner tire wear issue and I'm about to swap out the struts and shocks. They aren't leaking, but I'm feeling then getting softer, which isnt ideal for fast cornering lol
I have owned my ultrasonice blue isf for 8 years now. It is by far the longest i have ever owned any car. Main reason o kept it was becasue you really just dont see these anywhere. They are very rare at just over 5000 units in the usa over 6 years of production. I have supercharged mine and its now making 650whp. It has been an awesome car to own!
I have a 2022 is 500 , no problem since i got in 2022 but one gripe i have is my tires dont last long lol, i swear i dont do burnouts
I had an IS-F and LOVED it. Incredible car and pure stealth
Really for any car you should never skimp on tires. As they are the ONLY thing between the car, you and the road! Good tires also help in that ever important thing called "braking". You will stop in a shorter amount of distance with good tires. And that just might be the difference between having a wreck or not. But for any speeds over 120 MPH you do need special tires.
V rated
About time Scotty 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I own a 2003 Lexus gs430 with 280,000 miles and it is running like a new car! I've had it forever and so many people have tried to buy it but I refuse to sell it! Love Lexus and I plan on buying another when this one finally dies.
At first I thought this video might be about a Crown Vic. You get a lot of car for the money with those and unlike a lot of Ford cars now they are pretty reliable. I'm kind of interested in the Lexus LC500 but the prices on those are really up there. I'm not sure that prices on those are going to come down much if at all.
I just brought one a month ago for 12k USd (I’m in New Zealand) unbelievable car ! Mines tuned with an exhaust and it’s the perfect car
Wanted an ISF, but settled on an IS350. Im happy with it, some sways, rr poly bushings, ISF steering ecu, springs, some light 18s with cup 2s & I'll be even happier with it! 😁
Wasn’t long ago Scotty said not to ever buy a v8 Lexus. Referring to LS430. My 2004 LS has no problems
I think yall take things out of context too much.
He mainly meant it's more maintenance. For example to change the starter motor you have to take the whole intake manifold off. 1000k job. He didn't mean they r bad engines.
They are reliable engines but they are more difficult to work on when needing maintenance due to tight packaging and access.
You gotta really pay attention to what he says in the video, he mentions the pros and cons
Wait till your rear shocks need replacing
One of the best lexu's made. Period. I miss my is250.
I still have my 2011 IS250 with 107000 miles. It is still as sweet. 🥳🥳🥳!
@devilishworld4259 I have more miles on mine I win.
@@jamest6850 My ISF has 155k miles. Still nasty quick.
@@jamest6850 , which year model is yours?
9:20 Somebody always mowing their lawn in Rhode Island like Scotty said 😆
Most reliable vehicle I ever had was a 2000 Jeep Cherokee classic, 4.0 when I first got it, it had 160xxxx now it has 250xxx only had change my starter , besides, regular maintenance
Nerve let me down once .
Toyota V8’s are the best V8’s in the world, no other V8 comes near them, in fact, Toyota engines maintained properly will go forever.
Yep I love my LC500 amazing
Friend has an 08 Escalade, 525,000 kms or 325,000 miles. Looks new. The 6.2 is bulletproof. People get super hyped over Lexus. But there are some other excellent rides out there.
In 2017 I purchased a 2011 ISF with the rare black and orange interior. Most fun car I ever owned. Put about 50k miles on it. Sold it in 2020. Absolutely regret it and always will. Thought at the time that I was done having fun with it. Later on I realized I was not 😔
A 16 year old car with a comparable 60-130 as a 10 speed mustang while being a sedan, I don't think that's bad at all considering there multiple examples of the isf hitting well over 300,000 miles without major issues
I currently enjoy the longevity of a Nissan VG engine! It seems they have stood the test of time! And with a manual transmission!
scotty, please review the lexus GS F
Got 99 LS400. BEAST. CLASS. LEGEND. PERFECTION
2008-14 Lexus ISF 416 HP sub 13 second 1/4 mile times. Top speed 165-175 mph.
Stock tune on the car you can push above that.
@@alexlopez5800 not when it has a factory 168mph speed limiter.
@@RickysHP Flash the ecm for tune & ur solid
@@alexlopez5800 that’s no longer a “stock tune” then, is it? Lol.
@@RickysHP Your point?
Scotty knows how to drive. Famous last words.
9:54 he said it was canadian specs so it should be km rite? If so dats pretty low nice buy😅
Had a nice used Lexus that had been wrecked on right rear. Had problems with several things, worst was bad ac o ring in dash. Cost a fortune to fix. Sold it, good riddance. If you can’t afford a new one, you can’t afford a used one.
Love Lexus forever ! Never leave you stranded ❤
As a man, I have had 2x cars for many years its just the way I do it. One with crap fuel consumption and one for beating around.
So it's a Toyota ( Lexus) competitor to a BMW M3.
Maybe not as top notch as a BMW, BUT infinitely more reliable... so in the long run a better choice.
That Lexus is in no way shape or form to compete with an M3 😂
Very true
Was a BMW technician and love them. Definitely one thing BMW makes way to complex is their V8’s and definitely need extensive service. Look at their N63, they literally made 4 revisions to that motor the first revision was a disaster in reliability. Then came the TU which fixed a lot of issues and a much better engines. All still to this day have valve stems that get hard and pain to replace them. This Lexus in this video is definitely way more reliable I work on one like it and wasn’t much wrong with it.
Thought it would be a 427 in ‘69 corvette 😂🤣
Excellent cars i own 2010 been and still is a beast
Auto manufacturers need to figure out a way to make the batteries in the TPMS to be rechargeable.
Good idea👍.
Do u know how long the batteries last in them now?
They last at least 10 years. AMHIK. That's not bad at all.
@@lobuxracer to be honest, it’s never affected me because I drive so much I wear cars out before that period of time. But we have to remind ourselves there are plenty of people out there that can only afford 10 year old cars. And those people would never buy new TPMS sensors.
@@lobuxracer
Ok, my car is 7yrs old, I wondered why they were still all working
My 2011 ISF is bulletproof-Best car I've ever owned
Funny thing is the new GT86 BRZ fender scoop looks really similar to this one. I like these but in the electric blue they had.
I sold my 2011 ISF and miss it.
Best car I've ever owned. A sleeper, with power, sound and fun. Reliable and well rounded.
Was the fastest track car? No, i did t buy it for that. With the right mods its potent.
Unfortunately its near impossible to find a clean ISF at a reasonable price today... 😔
Paired with Novel headers/Exhaust amazing sound. Look up this combo here on TH-cam...
LOL Scotty's have a good time driving this one 😂
I’m eyeing up an IS500 myself, it might not be a full F model but still the newest model that will still have a V8.
I've had my ISF for 3 year snow. Been waiting on you to talk about one....not those ISX50s.
I've owned my IS F since new in 08. Perfect daily driver! Only modification I did was put in a true limited slip diff from a 2010 model.
We all know damn well Scotty ain't gonna buy one. 😒
😂 a scooter my V8 in my Chevy truck was pretty damn good pushing a plow through all weather pulling a skid steer and a finishing dozer. While hauling tools and a 110 gallon fuel tank.
I put 360,000 trouble-free miles on it. Before I forgot to wash the undercarriage off and it rusted out.
You said the v8 does 150 mph and there is lots left.
The v6 does 140 mph and there is a lot left ! 140mph it’s running about 4500 rpm .
This is the most capable car I’ve owned, or wanted.
TIRES, TIRES, TIRES ! 100% what you said, the car is very capable but you have to have the tyres to get maximum, safe effects.
The mess of hoses and greeblies under the hood is actually hilarious
Toyota/Lexus are the best A to B cars - they are not fast but get you where you want to go for a long time!
Well theres plenty of really effin fast Lexuses
Im waiting a couple years to get an is500 instead since this 2008 is already very outdated.
Who is complaining about 400hp being under powered? Thats 2x-4x the horses of any car ive owned. My 200hp mini moves well enough on the road
Ikr, I have 310 in my V6 Caddy,plenty for me. Where's everyone going so fast?
It's the new trend
Compared to V8 powered cars nowadays it’s underpowered, especially for the price these things still go for. You won’t find a clean one under 20 grand unless it’s salvage, clapped out or super high mileage. And even then finding decent ones for the low 20s is a rarity. For the 20-30 even upwards of 40 grand you could spend on an ISF there’s just MANY better options out there depending on what the potential buyers are looking for. The only people buying these cars are people who know what they are and you REALLY gotta want em to pay the crazy used price on one.
Love it, picking up a '15 RC F soon
Any Lexus V8 once it’s gone, people will miss it!)))
It looks very nice, but I'll keep my '07 Grand Marquis. I had a '95, but it succumbed to New England winter salt. I use it to pull stumps now.
No classic drag strip video?
Just got an RCF. Truly the best reliable sports car!
10:51 A Smile Every Car Person Loves to feel
Nice!! I’m getting an RC F soon :)
Love my fbo isf, these cars are so slept on
Got mine and oh my let me tell you Scotty one hell of a machine
This is what the Nissan Maxima should have evolved into. The old Maximas were amazing, then Renault got hold of them...
As Scotty has mentioned in the past, a sports car with manual transmission will be so fun to drive.
I bought one last November best car I ever owned I love Lexus
Bought an 06 is250 AWD with 85,000 KM on it last fall. Since then I’ve replaced the water pump as it failed as well as the alternator. Replaced 2 of the spark plugs but not all of them as I think the other 4 are hard to get to. Replaced all fluids and have done regular frequent oil changes since buying. It’s now somewhere at 120,000km and I’ve loved driving the car it is a tank! I will say it does feel underpowered at higher speeds and the transmission does feel kind of slow granted it is an older car. Overall car is smooth has no problems dealing with the Canadian winter up here and is a sweet car to cruise around in! Anyone have any tips or suggestions for me please feel free to leave a response!
Plug in a throttle controller, just for more response with the pedal.
I’m a big domestic guy, prefer GM V8s….BUT there’s something about the allure of the Lexus badge/reliability (perceived or otherwise) the fit/finish & the interior/exterior design of the RC-F & LC500 that has me wanting one…& I like that this a great sounding N/A V8 made by Yamaha as well. I may get one….esp an LC500, they’re way cheap now & I expect em to go up (I almost don’t even want to put it out there lol)
gs-f much better , and only 3200 made between '16 - 20 .. 2500 LHD and 700 RHD units .. my '16 is same engine but 477hp ,, exhaust done .. awesome sounding and no probs yet ,, it's done 63k miles .. ..
@@mikeshane-m1z I forgot they even made that- cool!
Sweet car definitely going to get one in the future
Daaaaaamg Kilmer!! Welcome to the Lexus Family
Didn’t think you’d get an isf but really cool
Oh, I was expecting you to be in Rover's 1976 SD1
Good one 😂
😂😂
I'm looking at the GSF currently.
Split between this one for the cheaper price.
That isf is quick. The only car i ever been in that i considered a sleeper factree model
Scotty said it: It's made for speed and luxury, period. The naturally aspirated Lexus 5.0 liter is a great engine. A Toyota Aisin 8-speed transmission... my wife has it in her 2019 XC-40 Volvo. Even the Swedes/Chinese know who builds the best transmissions.
Thanks for the tip, nice car