Have had mine for 7+ years and damn proud of my 2016 carbon fiber and TVD model. With a few mods, it does everything well. It is not top-tier numbers car, but taking it to the race track or giving a joy ride to my two small kids, it excels at everything and sounds incredible while at it.
Car is very reliable and you can also do some internal work to make it a lot faster. I use mine for my daily but its pretty well modded. Also you can daily this car if its supercharged as well. Its a few folks with the RR Racing Super Charger kit that on theirs and daily it with no issues.
As an owner of a very well maintained IS, my next is definitely an RC-F. I tell myself I would settle for a RC350 F-Sport but I know I would have to have an RC-F. I'm amazed at how fast you mob the streets of NYC. I never thought that would be possible. Be safe because people can't drive.
Thank you, my brother! It’s interesting because you’re going through the same exact phase I had. I was contemplating between an RC350 and a RCF. I knew i’d regret not getting the RCF, so I went for it. Also, thanks bro! Many people can not drive indeed, but as long as you’re paying attention, memorizing the imperfections on the road/highways, then it’s not too bad! Thank you for the support, bro! I appreciate you!
I literally went from a Civic to the RCF 😂 with no regrets. I had a 97 BMW 528i back in the day and loved how planted it felt and the overall ride quality. I went to Honda for reliability but it felt like I was driving a paper plate on a windy day so now I get the best of both worlds in a single car- reliability, power, and decent ride quality.
Ayee, that’s really dope bro! Hondas are great cars! Super reliable! Glad you’re enjoying your RCF, bro! It’s definitely heavy enough to withstand the windy days 😂😅
I also went from a Civic (2013 Si coupe) to a 2017 RCF. I now wish I kept the Civic because I miss the manual transmission, but other than that I have no regrets.
Love the rcf man, this car has been totally worth it for me, I tried to get financing for an isf but no one wanted to finance me because of how old they are, I'm about to buy some Kansei hypersilvers next once my coilovers go on. I figured out what the clicking was on my car, it was the CVT axle but luckily all that's under warranty lol
Thank you, bro! And that sucks bro, but i’m glad you as able to figure out what the clicking one and i’m sure those kansei hypersilvers are gonna look 🔥 once you mount them with your coils bro
2015 - 2019 is 467hp 2020+ is when they got the facelift (2019 for regular RC models) and 5 extra hp to 472 2017+ is when they added the AVS Great video and explanation on RCF buyers. I love mine and don’t give a damn about being the fastest out there..and yes with the driver inside this thing is 4,000lbs + 😄
Thank you for the clarification! I was mainly going off of the top of my head 😂 and oh yea! I’m in the same boat with you! When you’re driving a spaceship, there’s no need to be the fastest lol. It’s F’n fast enough as it is 🤟🏾
im a 17 yr old in hs but man i want to have this car as one of my first big investmants my neighbor has a rcf fuji edition and omg it sounds heavenly. thank you for this review man
2022 here love mine so far. ML amp cutouts annoying at times but has been reported and logged at the dealer to ensure it is properly addressed. I also have an X3M ///M (S58 engine) in the stable as well. I knew what I was getting with the RCF and It performs as expected.Hell I first laid eyes on mine at a Caffeine and Octane car show on display for Nalley Lexus. I sat in it revved it at the show, and later tracked it down to the dealer and bought it. Closest thing to my 2012 ///M3 that I could find- with Japanese reliability. Also show me another Japanese Coupe with a V8? I’ll wait🤔 Lastly, a dealer here in Atlanta had a new 2024 RCF - it only sat on the floor for about 2 weeks before being sold..
You had better buy one soon! The RCF will likely be discontinued either this year or next, and good luck finding one at a decent price after that. It has already been discontinued in most European countries due to the V8. The GSF was discontinued in North America in 2020 and you can't find one anywhere, if you do the price is way up.
There aint a lot left on the table with the f cars. Yeah you can tweak the exhaust for some more top end. But if you look at the torque curve its flat to increasing to redline. You cant stroke the motor bc the compression ratio is already 12.3:1. It has port and direct injection so there no lack of fuel that can be solved with bigger injectors. The intake is very free flowing bc the engine was built with top end in mind. The heads already flow pretty great. Yeah you can supercharge it, but i heard some engines are popping, not sure why, but im guessing from detonation bc of the sky high compression ratio. So you prolly need e85 permanently at least.
Another tip is if you're going to mod your rcf the best choice is the 2015 model cause later models ecu's haven't been cracked yet. That's why you dont see any above 2019 that get supercharged.
Yeah gsf is a good daily car, i use mine to commute during summer. The fuel economy around town is like 18mpg max in eco babying it like a prius. But you can get 28 on the highway.
Being 1 for shorter, RCF is stiffer and a bit sharper. There is a guy who owns both (with an LC as well) and summed it up perfectly on TH-cam. Chassis is more than 50% as stiff according to Lexus press release. Also has a, lower center of gravity because it is 3 inches lower. The short wheelbase on the RCF makes it more responsive, but the compromise is all of the space and practicality that GSF has. I bought an RCF sine I have two other Lexus cars to cover the practical side of things. I have two small kids and RCF is plenty fun to haul the two kids in their baby seats. I own an RCF CF and TVD while the 2019 IS350 F-Sport does all of the practical work.
@@2ZZGE100 I would add a couple of things being a gsf owner. 1. If you decide on the rcf make sure it has the tvd. These cars need lots of suspension and bushing help without it. 2. I think the rcf has way better lines and proportions. 3. Everyone who has lapped both in anger says there isn't more than .5 sec difference stock to stock; pretty amazing considering how different the cars and how they are on different platforms.
I’m so hung up on if I should trade in my car to get this Beast! Do you daily drive yours? And is there any crazy maintenance you had to do…besides oil changes?
I do not daily drive mine, but I know many people that do! There’s really no major issues to be cautious about besides the Valley Plate leak. Some people argue that it’s rare, but I believe that it’s not as rare as many people may say it is because i’ve seen plenty of F cars with the leak. That’s about it tho. Car is still driveable with the leak, but you just have to constantly top it off with coolant until you fix it.
@@wtbA29 If you’re tired of your IS350 and wish you had a bit more power, but are still not trying to go over the top, i’d say for sure. Since you have a 2023, i’m going to assume that you don’t have a lot of miles on the car. If you can find a mid mileage and clean title RCF, then that would be a solid trade. Of course think about other factors such as space, etc.
@@Mr_Odog Yes I love my IS350 as a daily so I would like the RCF to be my daily as well. The IS500 is too expensive to be justified for me. I'm 20 so I'm just wondering about cost of owning. For me It's just a big deal if I can get my hands on a V8 without breaking the bank. It's RCF vs CAMARO SS VS S650 for me (all around 50K) range. The fact that these Cars are unicorns and reliable is what I love about Lexus. Ik I won't be getting the sportiness as the other 2 muscles, but would it be a good investment/ daily for the future?
@@flexluther100 Honestly…hmm….if you want the feeling of being different and honestly just better handling, then for sure bro, but if you’re thinking about the power, then it really wouldn’t feel like much of a difference (slightly) because this scat weighs a few hundred pounds more while carrying a similar amount of power
I like both versions pre-faclift and new facelift of the car but just since I want to be a baller i'd get the 2020 just because you can still get them at a decent price while having that facelift. I know for a fact I'd keep the car for as long as possible, Regardless both are still clean rcfs. You should hit 210 on a video 😂
They removed the damn strut bars from 2023 MY, 2022 still have them but they removed everything else from 2022 on-wards from the car man - Door knob illumination inside, Memory setting for driver, Auto Tilt Down mirrors and most importantly they axed that Shock Tower Bracing, very crucial part of the engine bay and the TVD is also removed. Lexus just hates their cars now, the father of the F program also retired in 2020 so that's when they thought to remove all the features and keep it just on the market for the GT3 homologation. IS 500 exhibits bumper sagging due to many reasons there are aftermarket strut bars for IS 500 but no idea if that helps secure bumper on them or not. Just sad. Oh and Lexus issued a TSB for that sag and guess what ? They are using glue and epoxy, that also does not work. Shame on this company how they are running off their brand image nowadays. Once this engine is dead, Lexus is dead.
Yes, all correct. All of this degrading of the car, just for the newer models to be about 70-100k. That’s the main reason why I advise folks to just get earlier models. You get more bang for less buck and earlier Models are actually made for the track, in my opinion. They also should have just stopped making F cars after 2022 especially if they planned on pretty much stripping many important components.
@Mr_Odog Yep... I really want to swap my IS 500 and get an RC F because when I test drove an RC F. It's a night and day. The chassis is so damn tight and planted. I want it so bad, but Lexus just ruined modern F cars from 2023 onwards. I'm trying to find a low mileage one so that it feels brand new for me... fingers crossed.
Sheeesh! Bruh, your collection is insane! All of those cars are gems and yes, an RCF re added will make it even more amazing than it already is bro! 🔥🤟🏾
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Have had mine for 7+ years and damn proud of my 2016 carbon fiber and TVD model. With a few mods, it does everything well. It is not top-tier numbers car, but taking it to the race track or giving a joy ride to my two small kids, it excels at everything and sounds incredible while at it.
whats good bro. yea this car is perfect for so many different things. Just not a powerhouse unless you supercharge it.
Perfectly explained, brother 🤟🏾
Agreed!
@@Mr_Odog Thanks bro
@@hewantsmoke83 True. Agreed.
Just became a RCF owner myself not to long ago got it end of February & love it started from the es 300 to rc350 & now proud owner of RCF
Congrats, bro! And wow! It’s like you went around collecting the Infinity Stones lol
Car is very reliable and you can also do some internal work to make it a lot faster. I use mine for my daily but its pretty well modded. Also you can daily this car if its supercharged as well. Its a few folks with the RR Racing Super Charger kit that on theirs and daily it with no issues.
Agreed 100% 🤟🏾
As an owner of a very well maintained IS, my next is definitely an RC-F. I tell myself I would settle for a RC350 F-Sport but I know I would have to have an RC-F. I'm amazed at how fast you mob the streets of NYC. I never thought that would be possible. Be safe because people can't drive.
Thank you, my brother! It’s interesting because you’re going through the same exact phase I had. I was contemplating between an RC350 and a RCF. I knew i’d regret not getting the RCF, so I went for it. Also, thanks bro! Many people can not drive indeed, but as long as you’re paying attention, memorizing the imperfections on the road/highways, then it’s not too bad! Thank you for the support, bro! I appreciate you!
I literally went from a Civic to the RCF 😂 with no regrets. I had a 97 BMW 528i back in the day and loved how planted it felt and the overall ride quality. I went to Honda for reliability but it felt like I was driving a paper plate on a windy day so now I get the best of both worlds in a single car- reliability, power, and decent ride quality.
Ayee, that’s really dope bro! Hondas are great cars! Super reliable! Glad you’re enjoying your RCF, bro! It’s definitely heavy enough to withstand the windy days 😂😅
I also went from a Civic (2013 Si coupe) to a 2017 RCF. I now wish I kept the Civic because I miss the manual transmission, but other than that I have no regrets.
Welcome to the Lexus family I lovem all owed es gs still have ls and my rc f amazing
Love the rcf man, this car has been totally worth it for me, I tried to get financing for an isf but no one wanted to finance me because of how old they are, I'm about to buy some Kansei hypersilvers next once my coilovers go on. I figured out what the clicking was on my car, it was the CVT axle but luckily all that's under warranty lol
Thank you, bro! And that sucks bro, but i’m glad you as able to figure out what the clicking one and i’m sure those kansei hypersilvers are gonna look 🔥 once you mount them with your coils bro
2015 - 2019 is 467hp
2020+ is when they got the facelift (2019 for regular RC models) and 5 extra hp to 472
2017+ is when they added the AVS
Great video and explanation on RCF buyers. I love mine and don’t give a damn about being the fastest out there..and yes with the driver inside this thing is 4,000lbs + 😄
Thank you for the clarification! I was mainly going off of the top of my head 😂 and oh yea! I’m in the same boat with you! When you’re driving a spaceship, there’s no need to be the fastest lol. It’s F’n fast enough as it is 🤟🏾
im a 17 yr old in hs but man i want to have this car as one of my first big investmants my neighbor has a rcf fuji edition and omg it sounds heavenly. thank you for this review man
2022 here love mine so far. ML amp cutouts annoying at times but has been reported and logged at the dealer to ensure it is properly addressed. I also have an X3M ///M (S58 engine) in the stable as well. I knew what I was getting with the RCF and It performs as expected.Hell I first laid eyes on mine at a Caffeine and Octane car show on display for Nalley Lexus. I sat in it revved it at the show, and later tracked it down to the dealer and bought it. Closest thing to my 2012 ///M3 that I could find- with Japanese reliability. Also show me another Japanese Coupe with a V8? I’ll wait🤔 Lastly, a dealer here in Atlanta had a new 2024 RCF - it only sat on the floor for about 2 weeks before being sold..
You said no lies here, bro! Glad you’re enjoying it! 🤟🏾
bro lexus IS and RC gotta be the best models fr
Nah that’s a fact bro
I got two kids...I have to get the gs f unfortunately.
@@smoogeezy22 yeah when me nd my girl get married and shit I'm keeping my IS and she probably gonna get like an x5 for family stuff
aye bubba im thinking about buying a blue rcf real soon. What are those beautiful rims?
Oh shoot, blue ones are so beautiful 🔥🔥 These rims are called Konig Heliograms
this is trhe cleanest fucking rcf ive seen. this joint is sexy
Thank you, bro 🤟🏾
You had better buy one soon! The RCF will likely be discontinued either this year or next, and good luck finding one at a decent price after that. It has already been discontinued in most European countries due to the V8. The GSF was discontinued in North America in 2020 and you can't find one anywhere, if you do the price is way up.
You are 100% right. I believe this year is the last year if i’m correct
There aint a lot left on the table with the f cars. Yeah you can tweak the exhaust for some more top end. But if you look at the torque curve its flat to increasing to redline. You cant stroke the motor bc the compression ratio is already 12.3:1. It has port and direct injection so there no lack of fuel that can be solved with bigger injectors. The intake is very free flowing bc the engine was built with top end in mind. The heads already flow pretty great.
Yeah you can supercharge it, but i heard some engines are popping, not sure why, but im guessing from detonation bc of the sky high compression ratio. So you prolly need e85 permanently at least.
perfectly said bro 💯
Another tip is if you're going to mod your rcf the best choice is the 2015 model cause later models ecu's haven't been cracked yet. That's why you dont see any above 2019 that get supercharged.
Yes! I completely forgot about that! Good point, bro!
What exhaust is that man this car sounds good best v8 sound ive heard other than a maserati grand turismo
I'd say for a little more $ a GSF would be a better Swiss knife for daily & track. Lots of room & only weighs about 100lbs more than the RCF.
A GSF would definitely be the most ideal and best daily for the track also! RCF, not so much of a daily car lol. Definitely agree!
Yeah gsf is a good daily car, i use mine to commute during summer. The fuel economy around town is like 18mpg max in eco babying it like a prius. But you can get 28 on the highway.
@@dvaritek434 That’s really dope bro!!Reliable, quick, fuel efficient and practical all in one 🔥
Being 1 for shorter, RCF is stiffer and a bit sharper. There is a guy who owns both (with an LC as well) and summed it up perfectly on TH-cam. Chassis is more than 50% as stiff according to Lexus press release. Also has a, lower center of gravity because it is 3 inches lower. The short wheelbase on the RCF makes it more responsive, but the compromise is all of the space and practicality that GSF has. I bought an RCF sine I have two other Lexus cars to cover the practical side of things. I have two small kids and RCF is plenty fun to haul the two kids in their baby seats. I own an RCF CF and TVD while the 2019 IS350 F-Sport does all of the practical work.
@@2ZZGE100 I would add a couple of things being a gsf owner. 1. If you decide on the rcf make sure it has the tvd. These cars need lots of suspension and bushing help without it. 2. I think the rcf has way better lines and proportions. 3. Everyone who has lapped both in anger says there isn't more than .5 sec difference stock to stock; pretty amazing considering how different the cars and how they are on different platforms.
Lexus sports cars always have beautiful signing voices
awesome review bro!
Thanks, bro 🤟🏾
😂 bro that’s by my block damn how many cars on yt live by me first 1stock now you imma definitely tune in
😂😂 you’d be surprised bro and thank you, bro! I appreciate you 🤟🏾
just posted a rcf pov and i couldn’t keep the pedal from the floor, if u are considering an rcf and yk what u want get it
Oh, yea! It’s super difficult staying off the pedal 😂. Especially in sport+ mode
What’s your exhaust setup? Brand of exhaust, no cats or cats, etc.
I’m gatekeeping bro. Jk 😂. Invidia exhaust paired with PPE unequal length headers. No cats at all
where u be getting inspections , I got ppe headers and exhaust awhile ago and need an inspection Nyc
@@sixomula I go to a shop near me house, but usually if you slide a couple extra bills, they’ll pass you 😂😭
I’m so hung up on if I should trade in my car to get this Beast! Do you daily drive yours? And is there any crazy maintenance you had to do…besides oil changes?
I do not daily drive mine, but I know many people that do! There’s really no major issues to be cautious about besides the Valley Plate leak. Some people argue that it’s rare, but I believe that it’s not as rare as many people may say it is because i’ve seen plenty of F cars with the leak. That’s about it tho. Car is still driveable with the leak, but you just have to constantly top it off with coolant until you fix it.
@@Mr_Odog Thanks for the response, such an honest and to the point channel!👍Love watching your content! Keep up the good work!
@@InbornProdigy Thank you, bro 🤟🏾
how much should do you think I should pay for one 2015-2018 range for around 60-70k miles ?
35-40k
next car fasho 🔥🔥
Fuck yes every car guys should buy one, it's the last of its kind.
I agree! It’s already a gem as it is, so I can imagine it becoming even more of a gem as the years pass by.
I’ve been trying to get one with high miles I have a q60 but I want a rcf
Yea an RCF with high miles should still be a solid choice, bro!
Idc what people say i love mine even tho its a 2016 and there are 2024 also just got pulled over in my NX for not having a front plate 😂
I love mine also! I’d personally choose the older models over the newer ones and no way 😭. Hopefully it was a warning bro
@@Mr_Odog i had to pay 😭
In your opinion would it be worth it to trade in my Lexus is350 2023 for a Used RCF?
@@wtbA29 If you’re tired of your IS350 and wish you had a bit more power, but are still not trying to go over the top, i’d say for sure.
Since you have a 2023, i’m going to assume that you don’t have a lot of miles on the car. If you can find a mid mileage and clean title RCF, then that would be a solid trade.
Of course think about other factors such as space, etc.
@@Mr_Odog Yes I love my IS350 as a daily so I would like the RCF to be my daily as well. The IS500 is too expensive to be justified for me. I'm 20 so I'm just wondering about cost of owning. For me It's just a big deal if I can get my hands on a V8 without breaking the bank. It's RCF vs CAMARO SS VS S650 for me (all around 50K) range. The fact that these Cars are unicorns and reliable is what I love about Lexus. Ik I won't be getting the sportiness as the other 2 muscles, but would it be a good investment/ daily for the future?
I would have wanted one if it could achieve 500hp to the wheels with bolt on
It’s so close to happening. Highest currently is 492whp. So closeeee, but yea 500 would be dope tho
@Mr_Odog but can 490 even be commonly achieved or is this just a golden build? Can you reach 490 all day
Thinking about trading in my scat pack for one of these
@@flexluther100 Honestly…hmm….if you want the feeling of being different and honestly just better handling, then for sure bro, but if you’re thinking about the power, then it really wouldn’t feel like much of a difference (slightly) because this scat weighs a few hundred pounds more while carrying a similar amount of power
Do these come in manual ? Do think so right
Unfortunately not 😂. Closest thing to manual you’ll get to is the paddle shifters
Best car ever LEXUS👍👍
Yes, indeed! 🤟🏾
ur cappin bro the a 600whp rcf with bolt ons and tune nvm i recant my statement that thing got a huge supercharger on it
that’s definitely not bolt ons, I can bet you that. It’s gotta be force inducted
Any 10% off code so when I buy one?
I like both versions pre-faclift and new facelift of the car but just since I want to be a baller i'd get the 2020 just because you can still get them at a decent price while having that facelift. I know for a fact I'd keep the car for as long as possible, Regardless both are still clean rcfs. You should hit 210 on a video 😂
If I ever acquire one, you’ll be the first to know bro 😂
@@SmokieTRW Ahh, that is true! 2020 versions would be the most ideal! And if i’m ever on an Airport runway, best believe i’m doing the whole dash 😂
Let's run it. Im in CT
hit me up on IG! I’ll be down! 🤟🏾
@@Mr_Odog what is it?
@@latino914 Turtle_RCF
I want rcf but im too poor so is350 for now
It’s all good, bro! I started off with a 2009 Corolla. You got this!
If you get the RCF get the Track edition.
2020+ prices need to come down😭
Agreed! I’d personally upgrade to a 2020 if prices come down honestly.
They removed the damn strut bars from 2023 MY, 2022 still have them but they removed everything else from 2022 on-wards from the car man - Door knob illumination inside, Memory setting for driver, Auto Tilt Down mirrors and most importantly they axed that Shock Tower Bracing, very crucial part of the engine bay and the TVD is also removed. Lexus just hates their cars now, the father of the F program also retired in 2020 so that's when they thought to remove all the features and keep it just on the market for the GT3 homologation. IS 500 exhibits bumper sagging due to many reasons there are aftermarket strut bars for IS 500 but no idea if that helps secure bumper on them or not. Just sad. Oh and Lexus issued a TSB for that sag and guess what ? They are using glue and epoxy, that also does not work. Shame on this company how they are running off their brand image nowadays. Once this engine is dead, Lexus is dead.
Yes, all correct. All of this degrading of the car, just for the newer models to be about 70-100k. That’s the main reason why I advise folks to just get earlier models. You get more bang for less buck and earlier Models are actually made for the track, in my opinion. They also should have just stopped making F cars after 2022 especially if they planned on pretty much stripping many important components.
@Mr_Odog Yep... I really want to swap my IS 500 and get an RC F because when I test drove an RC F. It's a night and day. The chassis is so damn tight and planted. I want it so bad, but Lexus just ruined modern F cars from 2023 onwards. I'm trying to find a low mileage one so that it feels brand new for me... fingers crossed.
15-20 years that thing will still be on the road. All those other cars will be in the junkyard.
That’s a fact bro!
I adore my rc f she my woman from Tokyo her exhaust really sings worth every cent my fav car almost a yr with her still falling in love
i had 2015 rcf 2016 c7 2010 m3 2012 m3 comp 2018 m4 comp im rebuyng 2024 rtf and keeping it
Sheeesh! Bruh, your collection is insane! All of those cars are gems and yes, an RCF re added will make it even more amazing than it already is bro! 🔥🤟🏾
Jeff Forest
Swift Keys
Thompson Melissa Rodriguez Steven Johnson David
Rcf>q60
Gonzalez Steven Clark Sarah Walker Brenda
Walker David Allen Betty Lopez Nancy
But...its just a lexus lol
Cut it short Yes