So You Want a Lexus IS300

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    The HEAVILY requests So You Want IS300 is here! But does this 2jz live up to its MK4 Supra 2JZ grandfather? Today Alex goes over the pros and cons of getting yourself into this RWD 6 cylinder and what to expect! Would you own one? Comment below!
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    So You Want is a series dedicated to talking about all things automotive. From engine swaps to cars such as the Toyota Supra, Mazda RX-7, Honda S2000, Subaru WRX, and many more. Strap in as Alex gives you the lowdown on what to expect if you are looking at owning, working on, or modifying any of these cars.
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  • @FitmentIndustries
    @FitmentIndustries  4 ปีที่แล้ว +274

    Do you think the IS300 is worth scooping up? Comment below! And something that for sure is worth scooping is our giveaway tee that gets you entered to win Fortune Auto coilovers! 24 hours left!!! Fitmentindustries.com/giveaway

    • @Visualrosales
      @Visualrosales 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Fitment Industries yes is this even a question

    • @snowfall1771
      @snowfall1771 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Infinity I30t 😍

    • @DjKevLite1
      @DjKevLite1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      best bang for your buck. they are great cars i have had min for 7 years and its the best . p.s. i GTE swaped and its fun a/f

    • @buddakiing8742
      @buddakiing8742 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Is250/350

    • @momorbk
      @momorbk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      FINAL FUCKING-LY!! The is300 😭

  • @geraltofmordor
    @geraltofmordor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1599

    Bro shhhhhhh!!! I'm a broke high schooler who doesn't want the prices of these to go up!😂😂

    • @mmelvin6760
      @mmelvin6760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Looking to get one too, did you end up buying one?

    • @geraltofmordor
      @geraltofmordor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@mmelvin6760 Sadly no. I ended up getting a hand me down New Edge V6 Mustang. Still a pretty good car though, and you can't beat that V engine rumble on a cold start up.

    • @sayhitomychopper9594
      @sayhitomychopper9594 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@geraltofmordor bro I got the same exact car 100,000 miles 2000 v6 black and I’m trading for an is300 with the 2j and manual swap

    • @geraltofmordor
      @geraltofmordor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      @@sayhitomychopper9594 Mine is 2001 with 184,000 still running strong. I'm glad that you traded it in for a manual 2j swap. Should be a fun little ride. Drive safe my friend, but most importantly, have fun😎

    • @noisyboy7861
      @noisyboy7861 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      X2 bro😂😂

  • @bestleesinna7702
    @bestleesinna7702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1242

    FI: So you want a 1994 Toyota Celica...
    Scotty Kilmer: *heavy breathing*

    • @takcleberry
      @takcleberry 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      I approve of this

    • @LeeC_808
      @LeeC_808 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Oh there was a time I would do anything to get a 6th Gen GT4 Celica. Still sexy in 2020

    • @yohancesamuel2066
      @yohancesamuel2066 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@LeeC_808 oh yeah I just made 19 and guest who's parents just bought em a gt4 celica about four months it has few mods done to it because my best friends dad is mechanic so you have brag about the turbo charged 450 hp with recaro seats and a momo shifter and clutch and shorter rods for going hoonigan my neighborhood parking lot cause i cant afford drift tax

    • @jaredevers6459
      @jaredevers6459 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thunder Grizz so you had your friends dad do it or help you and teach you how to do it right?

    • @struttintime
      @struttintime 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Omg bro! My first sports car was a 1977 Toyota Celica! What a Burner! It was so effing sleek.. I’ll never forget the feel of that leather shifter knob as I ripped thru the gears on her. That as a killer car.!??!

  • @PrinceofPwnage
    @PrinceofPwnage 4 ปีที่แล้ว +456

    Ah yes ... The IS300... The only car that can have +250k miles and still sell for +$5k... I miss mine

    • @nonamus9947
      @nonamus9947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      no.. not really. A Lexus LX470 with 250k can fetch 10k. also there are many other cars such as rarer sports cars and super cars that can fetch even more

    • @jeremyharding190
      @jeremyharding190 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      where did you buy aftermarket parts for it?

    • @Chijyd
      @Chijyd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      250k miles 12k now

    • @molon___labe
      @molon___labe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Chijyd really I just bought one for 4K with 190k miles mechanically obviously it’s still great but could use some cosmetic help. Hopefully in 5 years it’s the next “Supra”

    • @2jzge
      @2jzge 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Chijyd I got 88k miles on mine factory manual how much you think I could get for it?

  • @burmesebeef
    @burmesebeef 4 ปีที่แล้ว +909

    i have one. Only bad thing is that 99% are automatics

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      Time to do some homework on an R154 swap? ;)

    • @coltonstrickland1702
      @coltonstrickland1702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I feel in Missouri the manny’s are going for 5 to 6 k

    • @golfgolf7692
      @golfgolf7692 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      after the transmission its the shitty dash material

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @Zechariah Gamez if you are planning to build for power, definitely stay away from the W swaps! Not worth the time energy and money for a transmission that can't take the beating.

    • @kenlyc3762
      @kenlyc3762 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me tooooo🤦🏽‍♂️

  • @mydakotablue
    @mydakotablue 4 ปีที่แล้ว +932

    When Alex said that the s2000 is disappearing from the vocabulary of car enthusiasts, I sat in my s2000 and cried 😭

    • @bestleesinna7702
      @bestleesinna7702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      I just bought a wrecked s2000. I'm $1200 into fixing it myself. Another $500 in repair, $200 for a rebuilt title, and I've got a $15,000 s2000 that will look close to mint. Super excited!

    • @samthomson3394
      @samthomson3394 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Gage Petas i felt the same until i got one for my daily

    • @user-jj9qs3pv3d
      @user-jj9qs3pv3d 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @Gage Petas Honda makes some of the best cars what are you talking about ?

    • @jaredevers6459
      @jaredevers6459 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They make the ugliest cars back in the day and they’re only driven by ugly dudes and Honda fuckbois أحمد المحروقي

    • @anthonypowell2835
      @anthonypowell2835 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thats just cause the only one I can find that’s decent is 15k

  • @moyuh
    @moyuh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1009

    This car still catches my eye, always liked it. I think it’s still a solid choice even nowadays.

    • @davidzz4750
      @davidzz4750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Me to yesterday I seen one for sale for 3,500🤯😮😮😭

    • @callumb5184
      @callumb5184 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      In Ireland the is200 the car is wayyy over used and kinda boring

    • @therealdarriusjames
      @therealdarriusjames 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just sold mine for 2,500

    • @jonathanvillalba3214
      @jonathanvillalba3214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      These go for over 5K with mileage north of 100k plus. Not worth it

    • @iheartgs400
      @iheartgs400 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alex M. There overpriced imho, the GS offers way better bang for the bucks and just as strong as IS aftermarket wise

  • @doccotton5691
    @doccotton5691 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    The IS300 is definitely worth scooping up. There are good deals out there, plenty of aftermarket parts, and the car looks amazing, especially with modifications. I’m on my second IS300, and it’s so much fun to own and take to car meets.

    • @metinakpinar9724
      @metinakpinar9724 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey mate, I am about to buy one, what first modifications do you reccomend, i was thinking a new timing belt,waterpump, sparkplugs and wheel alignment, is there anything else i need to do as soon as i get it? also how reliable is the car?

    • @wolfexl7668
      @wolfexl7668 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@metinakpinar9724made by Toyota. Nuff said

    • @StealthFoxx_
      @StealthFoxx_ 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@metinakpinar9724Bulletproof reliability, but it’s good to make sure it hasn’t been poorly maintained for 200k miles or driven too hard by the previous owner Little Timmy trying to LARP as DK from Tokyo Drift

  • @dimsuminab0x
    @dimsuminab0x 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Almost every part from a GTE can be put into the GE, gte head gasket, arp head studs, throw in some gte pistons and rods which are cheap. you can hold at least 600-800 hp on that. Even the front facing throttle body can be swapped over. Or just do a gte swap, everything is plug and play.

  • @SymboIik
    @SymboIik 4 ปีที่แล้ว +314

    My favorite thing bout the is300 is the Cluster design .. looks like a nice watch face.

    • @tomwilkinson3336
      @tomwilkinson3336 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      When it came out lexus made a watch to match it too, i am literally wearing it right now

    • @SymboIik
      @SymboIik 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tom Wilkinson No way! I want one! You know anyone selling one?

    • @Frostflakes08
      @Frostflakes08 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Seriously that is the first thing people notice when they ride in my car

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The dash setup on these thing are definitely excellent, and you can do some pretty trick aftermarket setups other than the standard "A Pillar" stuff

    • @tomwilkinson3336
      @tomwilkinson3336 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SymboIik nah man im super lucky to find mine

  • @Brian_Ariza
    @Brian_Ariza 4 ปีที่แล้ว +389

    THIS IS WHAT IM TALKING ABOUT FINALLY MY BEAUTIFUL LEXUS IS300 ON WHY U NEED THIS BABY 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥LEXUS GANG

  • @HunterZ32
    @HunterZ32 4 ปีที่แล้ว +286

    “wHy DoEs It SoUnD lIkE a 2jz”

    • @HunterZ32
      @HunterZ32 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Speedy McGrainR bro it was a joke, the is300 has a 2jz ge from the factory. It’s a non turbo 2JZ. I said it to be ironic lmao

    • @deeznutz4505
      @deeznutz4505 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@spaz8461 it basically is a 2jz?? Uhh it is a 2jz.... tf

    • @Riko_KP
      @Riko_KP 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@spaz8461 Why do you talk about something you don't know anything about? Swapping a 2JZ to a 2JZ, wow.

    • @Riko_KP
      @Riko_KP 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@spaz8461 You should probably stay away from the comment section, you must be 12.

    • @Riko_KP
      @Riko_KP 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@spaz8461 It was an educated guess based on your profile picture and your activity/comments on the internet. A quick Google search told me all I need to know. Have a good day, kid.

  • @oligoyoutube
    @oligoyoutube 4 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    I love my IS with all my heart 🥰

    • @wotever99ninynine
      @wotever99ninynine 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      dame yo. mines an is200 though so i seriously wish it was faster. and an automatic. but due to long commutes in traffic and a bad clutch knee im kinda stuck with an auto at this point. but its so nice in every other way. drifts nice in the wet even if its near impossible in the dry with lsd, only 160hp and big 17"rims with good grippy tyres etc.

    • @scrim_5984
      @scrim_5984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      My dream first car dawg

    • @oligoyoutube
      @oligoyoutube 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Isaiah Montoya it is and was my first car:))

    • @votive7478
      @votive7478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How do I convince my parents to go 50/50 on one with me? What are some things about the car a parent will like to hear?

    • @scrim_5984
      @scrim_5984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      DYLAN BUSSE insurance is great, it’s a sedan, hardly has any problems, all around a great first car

  • @TyBement
    @TyBement 4 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    I was literally just saying I was bored while working on my Is300. BOOM, this video made my day.

    • @oldhunterraziel5327
      @oldhunterraziel5327 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Never get bored working on my IS. Installing a new Elixer v2 and radiator/fans

    • @TyBement
      @TyBement 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@oldhunterraziel5327that's way more fun then rewiring everything done by the last owner,I love my is300.

    • @oldhunterraziel5327
      @oldhunterraziel5327 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TyBement turned out ok I'm the end. I just got a new harness. Was only $80
      th-cam.com/video/p5uibVv6p4M/w-d-xo.html

    • @_jaystu
      @_jaystu 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      same, gotta get a new radiator now though. typical 2j

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nothing motivates like seeing other projects of the same type getting done ;) We literally JUST posted another video of our build a couple days before guess great minds think alike!

  • @YA-nv8gf
    @YA-nv8gf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    I've had my manual IS300 for 5 years now and just took it through a 10,000km roadtrip to the PCH and it's been nothing but blessed. Only mods are some rims, coil-overs and exhaust.

    • @jerry6711
      @jerry6711 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi. Have you driven 3 series from the same year? Which one is beter?

    • @yesca6893
      @yesca6893 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Was yours manual when you got it or did you swap?

    • @vfk_skip4587
      @vfk_skip4587 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wheels*

  • @keviinkins
    @keviinkins 4 ปีที่แล้ว +159

    This car should only be own by Toyota Enthusiasts who can maintain them with OEM Toyota parts. This car is getting rarer by the day and I'd hate to see someone that isn't in love with it or isn't an enthusiast neglect them and ends up destroying the engine/car.

    • @oscareno9052
      @oscareno9052 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      can you help me fix mine

    • @YenCrew
      @YenCrew 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes 💯

    • @XDM10
      @XDM10 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thinking of buing one and beating it to hell.... 3 grand a good price?

  • @HaruUch1ha
    @HaruUch1ha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    POV: You're watching in 2021 and they just blew up in the car scene so they're super expensive now.
    (I picked one up myself about a year ago and I've never regretted it)

    • @ivelma222
      @ivelma222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      im about to buy one, and boy do i wish i did sooner

    • @twojz4352
      @twojz4352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just scooped one for $1200, only needed a fuel pump and some exterior cosmetic work. 2nd one I’ve owned

    • @krazyfredo6177
      @krazyfredo6177 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@twojz4352 where do you live

    • @twojz4352
      @twojz4352 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@krazyfredo6177 San Antonio area

    • @danielabarjel4609
      @danielabarjel4609 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hows it going so far? Im 16 and trying to get one as my first car.

  • @gagelemans4697
    @gagelemans4697 4 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    U could not have made this at a better time

    • @lewis3125
      @lewis3125 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lmaoooo, thought the same thing, because I'm getting one next year

    • @1j_jce10
      @1j_jce10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lewis DerKleine don’t settle on an auto I swapped mine I wish I waited

    • @f.a.f1487
      @f.a.f1487 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree! Had my eye on these for a couple of years. So freaking happy to scooped one. Lsd auto. AR5 swap after coils and wheels. These cars are beautiful!!

    • @chriswf
      @chriswf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@lewis3125 Next year?! Why wait so long? Do you know would could happen between now and next year?!

  • @Zchep3
    @Zchep3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    I’m currently on my second IS300 manual. I love these cars so much. They have a timeless style and always look good.

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Completely agree, even more than 20 years later they still look cool and classy with a touch of nasty!

    • @chrisstorm8092
      @chrisstorm8092 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Zchep3 what do you recommend for suspension?

    • @zachardiman6473
      @zachardiman6473 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chris Storm depends on what you’re after. I use mine for a daily car and currently have Tein Flex Z on it and they ride wonderfully. If I were after more of a performance setup I’d likely go with BCs or Fortune Auto. A little more pricey but you get the customization of spring rates and such.

    • @nicolasmoreno4666
      @nicolasmoreno4666 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Zac Hardiman aye bro do the automatic and manual transmission have 2jz? Or is it just the manual.. I’m trying to look for one but don’t know much about em

    • @zachardiman6473
      @zachardiman6473 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nicolas Moreno all IS300s have 2JZ engines. If you’re after a manual, good luck. They’re hard to find and some people want a premium for them.

  • @193322009
    @193322009 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I bought my wife a beautiful black stock '2004 IS300 SPORT CROSS" and she loves it. I'm a former race driver and my car is a Maserati V8, but to be honest, sometimes the Sport Cross is more fun on the street. We get quite a few guys coming up to us and asking if we would sell it. We paid a premium price, but its reliability has been great. If you find one, grab it!

  • @TheMrshizzled
    @TheMrshizzled 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Altezza gang where you at 🤝

    • @justmiz9245
      @justmiz9245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol just had to come to this video bc i came apon and bought my is300 for $650....

  • @_jaystu
    @_jaystu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    you guys did my car, I love y’all🥰

  • @jicez6649
    @jicez6649 4 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Cost effective way to make the is300 stronger is to swap the whole bottom end with a 2jz ge non-vvti bottom end with gte head gasket and arp head studs. Rabid rb channel did this and would be a great option for more power for diy people.

    • @RacecarAndChill
      @RacecarAndChill 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's what my cars setup is!

    • @jicez6649
      @jicez6649 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@RacecarAndChill I think they put a clip of one of your videos in this "so you want" episode as well. But ya I am using your videos and rabid rb to put the engine together and upgrade one of my a650s to potentially handle a little more power. Oh and can't forget dthmtlsk8r channel as well to help with the transmission which I think you guys work together. Look forward to more of your videos!

    • @RacecarAndChill
      @RacecarAndChill 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@jicez6649 stoked to hear my videos helped you! We actually just started dthmtlsk8r's car a few weeks ago for the first time ever! I'll have a video talking about that out soon!

    • @official1samuel577
      @official1samuel577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I got to do this asap

    • @avishekchand1061
      @avishekchand1061 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      U dnt need to change the bottom end. Swap the rods and pistons with gte one. Done.

  • @seanalgrim4450
    @seanalgrim4450 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    “So you want an LS400?” I mean, we can agree about power steering leaks, blown head gaskets, vvti in the later models. The nice V8 smoothness and good overall reliability. Plus stanced with the right wheels and suspension looks great either as a vip style or a modern sport sedan. Depends on what you’re looking for.

  • @malikbolden9868
    @malikbolden9868 4 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    Since we doing Lexus, we gotta do the vehicle that started it all. “So you want a Lexus LS400”

    • @trippymosthated69
      @trippymosthated69 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Malik Bolden facts

    • @jaredevers6459
      @jaredevers6459 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Damn straight I was thinking about picking one up for $600

    • @sturdyg63
      @sturdyg63 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have one and imma buy a is300 soon, I have a feeling that im addicted to lex/yota

    • @jameshicks5652
      @jameshicks5652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have a ls430.... Best car iv ever owned

    • @OctogonOxygen024816
      @OctogonOxygen024816 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is gonna be good one to watch !

  • @adruuun
    @adruuun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Good luck finding a manual is300 been looking for a reasonably priced for a while now...

    • @DjKevLite1
      @DjKevLite1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      buy an auto. swap it to manual. 1100 bucks.

    • @adruuun
      @adruuun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@DjKevLite1 I think that's my best bet autos are really cheap

    • @steve-owitdaevo9334
      @steve-owitdaevo9334 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Old Sport th-cam.com/video/Sxd8io2-un8/w-d-xo.html here’s a step by step video

    • @Frostflakes08
      @Frostflakes08 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      for real i needed a car asap so i gave up and got an auto

    • @Arthur55k
      @Arthur55k 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Theres a 95k mile 5 speed for sale for almost 12k in washington..

  • @is300ev2
    @is300ev2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Yessssssssssss! Finallyyyyy!!!
    P.S my IS has 262,XXX miles and still drives like a dream and has been super reliable since the day I got it 🤙🏾

    • @paralyzedhabits1613
      @paralyzedhabits1613 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mines got 121k

    • @essvd2524
      @essvd2524 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is300 EV because it’s a Toyota they’re reliable

    • @is300ev2
      @is300ev2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Essvd 沈黙 lol Yeah I think everyone knows that.....

    • @donovansuggsjr.7206
      @donovansuggsjr.7206 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      146k+ on original engine

    • @jetlagtj427
      @jetlagtj427 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mines has 220,xxx and I still beat tf out of it every day going from my school to home which is about 140 miles round trip

  • @paulogonzalezpg
    @paulogonzalezpg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Had an is300 in high school 03’ red and it was manual loved that car it was fun, comfortable and reliable loved the styling as well

  • @armaniosin664
    @armaniosin664 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I already got mine for a steal. Being having it a year and it is by far the most fun car I’ve ever had. May the prices go up !

  • @895takashi
    @895takashi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    Stop making these videos. I don’t need you raising the price on Craigslist for unappreciated cars

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      😬😂

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol would be great to know how many people are immediately searching CL and Marketplace for one after these get posted

  • @mario_sw20
    @mario_sw20 4 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    “so you want a lexus is300” i already one one but still watching it

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      "so you want another IS300" maybe?

    • @mario_sw20
      @mario_sw20 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      s h nigga shut yo ass up if yk what i mean u wouldn’t be saying that

    • @Flexan_Dre
      @Flexan_Dre 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mario_sw20 fax but plz delete the comment

    • @caribbeansavage7955
      @caribbeansavage7955 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

    • @UsuallyOff
      @UsuallyOff 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can’t you correct your comment? I think TH-cam let’s you edit it ? You can correct your mistake lol

  • @alexanderjerez9430
    @alexanderjerez9430 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yo Alex! Thank you so much for including this beauty! I love my IS 300 and have been wanting to modify it. But honestly, never knew what to do with it. This helped me a lot! As much as i love my car, i know its more of a commuter, but thats cool with me.

  • @LaVespaMortale
    @LaVespaMortale 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bought mine last year, very fun and reliable. Other than the melting dash it's an awesome car, I love it ❤

  • @Antiorthodoxy
    @Antiorthodoxy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love my IS300. It only has coilovers and RPF1s but whenever I drive it through my college campus it gets a lot of attention. Plus, having four doors means I can always bring my friends with me.

    • @PostMortemor
      @PostMortemor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      have you felt the difference with RPF1s? Cause they are like 7kg vs around 11kg for stocks

    • @Antiorthodoxy
      @Antiorthodoxy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@PostMortemor Yeah, it felt lighter, but it was hard to tell

    • @linkin1041
      @linkin1041 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      what are your RPF1 size specs dude?

    • @YA-nv8gf
      @YA-nv8gf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@PostMortemor I got some RPF1s on mine. They feel lighter compared to when I had my stocks on and you can really tell the difference when changing the tires.

    • @Antiorthodoxy
      @Antiorthodoxy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@linkin1041 17x9 +45 the front is flush with 5mm spacer, but the rear probably needs another 20mm to be flush

  • @altkasb3918
    @altkasb3918 4 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    Hot take:
    So you want a "Toyota Aristo".

    • @isundgrensakeri
      @isundgrensakeri 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Meanwhile, watching this in my Toyota Aristo JZS160 aka Lexus GS300

    • @z33avery30
      @z33avery30 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@isundgrensakeri a gs3 is no where near an aristo lmao, and i own one

    • @isundgrensakeri
      @isundgrensakeri 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@z33avery30 Let's see, they share the same platform, they share the same body, the major difference is the non turbo engine and the left hand steering that the GS version recieved as the JZS160 while the JZS161 got the GTE engine and right hand drive and most likely a more beefy drivetrain overall.

    • @PolandGamerPL
      @PolandGamerPL 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      YES, PLEASE! Wrote a comment asking for the gs 300 as the Aristo isn't as common, but pleeeeaaase make an episode on that fitment industries

    • @KeenanStyles
      @KeenanStyles 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had 2 of them at one point, I tried to be an adult and grow up. I had the JZS161 but within 3 months got bored lol

  • @t-money10
    @t-money10 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm daily driving one now in 2020 and wow it's such a awesome car, definitely sporty and super reliable, I'm loving it

  • @emanuelrollins6060
    @emanuelrollins6060 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had my 01 Is300 for 9months bought it for 5k with 128k miles with very light rust underneath. Sitting on Megan coils & some nice 18in wheels so I didn’t have to do anything there. I went straight to maintenance replaced Valve cover gasket, Spark plugs, ignition coils & wires, new battery, o2sensors, and thermostat. I use it daily and been running like a champ no complaints

  • @109number9
    @109number9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    Love my IS. Bought one 3 years ago as my first car and about a month ago, I bought my second IS which is a 5 speed. Got a deal on it because it needed a new clutch (witch I did myself) Can't say I've heard them having problems with oil consumption though, and as long as you replace the timing belt at the 100k mile service interval you're fine. Also, the cup holders suck and riding in the back seat ins't a fun experience. Another gripe is that there aren't a ton of parts available new for these cars as apposed to the E46 but these also break a lot less being Toyota. All in all though, I love these cars and can't see myself not owning one.

    • @MWAclanGaming
      @MWAclanGaming 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the back seat are fine but gosh yes the cupholders suck soooooo much on these these things and the windshield is so small too.

    • @paul--b
      @paul--b 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Buy one of these www.ebay.com/b/Cup-Holders-for-Lexus-IS300/63691/bn_1425473 thank me later

    • @stateofearth369
      @stateofearth369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was actually looking at a IS300 2001 for my first car. What do you think?

    • @109number9
      @109number9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@stateofearth369 get one

    • @lionelricafort6008
      @lionelricafort6008 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      is it a reliable car

  • @g1ng3r117
    @g1ng3r117 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Best car ever! I may be biased🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @joelcastellon6308
    @joelcastellon6308 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love mine. Wanted one forever and finally picked one up after high school. Five years strong with my baby

  • @PS31429
    @PS31429 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i just bought mine 3 weeks ago and i just love everything about it !!

  • @ind3c1s1ve7
    @ind3c1s1ve7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    YOOO! I’m super stoked that you guys actually made this video! Hopefully more people start to show the IS300 some love. It’s really becoming a bit of a hidden gem in the car community.

  • @r4veneye13
    @r4veneye13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    I literally just decided last night I'm saving to get an is300, perfect timing eh

    • @SicSemperBeats
      @SicSemperBeats 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      dope

    • @taton5
      @taton5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I hope prices dont shoot up

    • @seamusmurphy175
      @seamusmurphy175 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      How much do they go for where you are? In NZ they're quite rare and go for about 6-10nzd, we get the is200 and toyota altezza with the 3sge cheaper over here

    • @r4veneye13
      @r4veneye13 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@seamusmurphy175 I'm in the states in the northwest, depending on the condition they go from like 3.5-6k ish

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy hunting, the clean manual ones are getting tricky to find depending where you are!

  • @flip1187
    @flip1187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's why I got the is300 sportcross! Been enjoying this ride than any other car I owned so far.

  • @mikemaffe
    @mikemaffe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im on my second is300. I got a sportcross after my sedan got rear ended. I absolutely love these cars

  • @Vakna101
    @Vakna101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This was the car I learned to drive in because it was the only one my dad had, and god damn do I love this car. I still miss the way the steering feels, nothing else I've driven has come close.

  • @zacheryrodriguez2678
    @zacheryrodriguez2678 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I love this because I have an is300 myself and I daily it, eventually I will put in the money to turbo it and put out some big numbers 👌🏽

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Save up, then save up some more, don't aim for the moon on power numbers and enjoy it. 400whp on these things is an absolute blast!

    • @MWAclanGaming
      @MWAclanGaming 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LucoreAuto i want to do that but I'm afraid of blowing the engine or not knowing what to add to get their.

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MWAclanGaming well feel free to reach out on our channel or IG and we'll happily assist!

    • @metinakpinar9724
      @metinakpinar9724 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey mate, I am about to buy one, what first modifications do you reccomend, i was thinking a new timing belt,waterpump, sparkplugs and wheel alignment, is there anything else i need to do as soon as i get it? also how reliable is the car?

  • @vclue846
    @vclue846 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Finally dude. I got one myself, 5 speed manual. Im very happy :)

  • @shein360
    @shein360 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for shining a light on this car. It’s not talked a lot in the car community but this is an extremely amazing car. I have 2 and I love them so much

    • @max_power8510
      @max_power8510 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I own two as well. Haha. Nice to see it's a trend.

    • @c33jp
      @c33jp ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha I have 2 as well. Great cars!

  • @aarnavpanchal646
    @aarnavpanchal646 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Honestly might pick up one of these and drive it until car heaven, reliable motors and who doesn’t like that tail end?

  • @joshXnovak1
    @joshXnovak1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Cover the 300zx Z32!!! So many gremlins I wish I knew about!

  • @OvoNono
    @OvoNono 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I live France, i buy a IS300H Gen. 3 (yes it's an hybrid car), i'm soooo proud of it, this car is excellent ! Good chassis, comfortable, from far my best daily ever (i have 330 E92 previously)

  • @crossphaded
    @crossphaded 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gated 5spd manual IS300's are still pretty highly sought-after in my neck of the woods. Respect!

  • @jamelboy20
    @jamelboy20 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Already got one it's a great reliable car

  • @96Tre
    @96Tre 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Coming from an is300 owner he’s not lying its a fun little car even stock

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For SURE, though it's not rated with a ton of power they are super comfortable and sporty even "tossable" in stock form... as long as its been maintained. Many you'll find at this point are beaten up and worn out unfortunately

    • @jrsalgado3388
      @jrsalgado3388 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Handles like a go kart 🔥🔥

  • @silvermear6683
    @silvermear6683 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I picked up a is300 a year ago and i absolutely love it, there are only 11 of them in my country haha, got big plans for it, first widen the body with metal to keep the kind of oem look, fit my work vsxx-s on, put some kw coils on and then v160 swap and turbo + forged internals, first plan is 800hp

  • @Blakesta
    @Blakesta 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had a 2005 Lexus is300 sports luxury for 5 years, stanced it, such an amazing car, before that I owned the 1999 is200, huge power difference between the 2. Sometimes still miss my is300 it has one of the best handling and steering wheels I swear haha, such an amazing luxury cruiser also turned so many heads and got so many compliments on it! Extremely reliable too, got away without any servicing for 2 years haha.

  • @jicez6649
    @jicez6649 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Yes!!!!!! I have been wanting this episode for a long time, love the is300 1st generation!!!

  • @SneakerBrainz
    @SneakerBrainz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I’ll much rather have a “ forgotten car “ then any of these new ones . That just means they are rare

  • @alt3zzy307
    @alt3zzy307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this car a lot. Thanks for making this video!

  • @govinlock8568
    @govinlock8568 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    The IS300 wagon looks pretty neat.

  • @MrWoods98
    @MrWoods98 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The first generation IS300 will always have a special place in my heart. It's what introduced me into the Lexus brand and is underrated. However I still prefer the IS-F.

  • @Hartbreak1
    @Hartbreak1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don’t know the hate on the automatics, sure you aren’t rowing your gears (though it has a manual shift mode) but that tranny has nice short sporty gearing and it’s very easy easy to get the tail sliding with traction control disabled. So yeah it isn’t a manual but it isn’t a bad transmission either.

  • @FallenKiller141
    @FallenKiller141 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just bought my first car, ‘01 IS300 can’t wait for this new experience

  • @Dodener
    @Dodener 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    One of my favorite things about IS300 drivers is that they always debadge the lexus emblems and put on Altezza badging. Altezza is such a better name

    • @SnowflakeDrone
      @SnowflakeDrone 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I much prefer the altezza logo in my opinion as well

    • @mulletman0001
      @mulletman0001 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      All the jdm names for the lexus lineup sounds way nicer than the north American names

    • @swnidh
      @swnidh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i prefer the lexus logo! altezza looks more sleek yeah but im driving a lexus not an altezza 😡

  • @trevinschenker5849
    @trevinschenker5849 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    God knows how much i love the is300. I have owned 2 and they are reliable af and super fun to drive.

  • @user-zs5of5en5o
    @user-zs5of5en5o 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love my IS300. Best birthday gift ever. Thx mom and dad lol. Had it since 22, I’m 41 now. Took it all over Europe now back to the US. I am going for a million million mikes on the 2Jz GE then swapping for the GTE unless the engine breaks before I reach my goal. We are at 314,000 ish happy miles...NO PROBLEM 👍

  • @rog1320
    @rog1320 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was my first car handed down to me.car is a true Toyota reliability wise. Sold it for 4K in 2019 180 miles it was an 01 grey/silver auto trans. I would recommend getting an 02+ as they changed the pcv system on the Newer Years up. “Went from cheap rubber to a quality metal pcv valve”.

  • @xEMPIREx2
    @xEMPIREx2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This makes me Happy ❤ I love my IS300!

  • @JoeyMeowMeow
    @JoeyMeowMeow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Proud 05 is300 owner here!!

  • @moparyota
    @moparyota 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just snagged an electric green mica 04 with 50k miles. Love it.

  • @molon___labe
    @molon___labe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    One of the most reliable cars I’ve ever owned!

    • @andrewcapetillo6063
      @andrewcapetillo6063 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is this good for a first car

    • @molon___labe
      @molon___labe 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andrewcapetillo6063 absolutely! Reliable easy to mod/work on and looks great with some wheels and suspension!

    • @andrewcapetillo6063
      @andrewcapetillo6063 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@molon___labe ok I found one on offerup for 5k with 126k miles is that good automatic

    • @carberatorjay
      @carberatorjay 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andrewcapetillo6063 yup

  • @PolandGamerPL
    @PolandGamerPL 4 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    "So you want a gs300"

    • @hoesmad9305
      @hoesmad9305 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      /gs400/Aristo

    • @ahmedadam26
      @ahmedadam26 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      gang ✊🏽

    • @gefax3545
      @gefax3545 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gs350 gang

    • @vhrkav
      @vhrkav 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gs300 gang🤟🏻

    • @mulletman0001
      @mulletman0001 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So you want a sc

  • @kumaSOevl
    @kumaSOevl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The dash melts but I still love it

    • @jicez6649
      @jicez6649 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nail polish remover to get the sticky off and then gloss vinyl/fabric spray paint to make it look great again.

  • @PeaceSTAR253
    @PeaceSTAR253 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just picked up a pearl white is300. The parents where definitely happy with it. Even with the loud cd009 6 speed swap.

  • @angelrivera-pu7lt
    @angelrivera-pu7lt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had a GTE swapped is300 and it was beautiful...definetely getting another one and building it from scratch

  • @sleepy35th
    @sleepy35th 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    MIDNIGHT CLUB 3 DUB EDITION DAYS

    • @immkingE
      @immkingE 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what made me want this car haha was hooked ever since

  • @sidebazooka6900
    @sidebazooka6900 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Aaaaaaaa perfect ❤️ I f*ng love this channel, the IS300 is a banger haha

  • @Tylertheboss13
    @Tylertheboss13 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I own a 2001 Lexus is300 and have for 3 years no issues ever and beat the carp out of it and love it!

  • @sleepytime6150
    @sleepytime6150 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I JUST BOUGHT ONE AT 16 😍😍😍

  • @b58Alex_
    @b58Alex_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    im back Alex, Wheres the " So You Want a Bmw 335i " vid at, i know you want to do it.

    • @cdwag23
      @cdwag23 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Expensive to own

  • @chrispeck9941
    @chrispeck9941 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Definitely best car I’ve ever owned especially if you manage to find a manual. Literally only downside is the mpg 😬

    • @nncoco
      @nncoco ปีที่แล้ว +1

      and premium gas requirement.

  • @avfs313
    @avfs313 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My first Lexus was the IS300. Loved it and had the car for 2 years then upgraded to the IS350. They were both fun cars. Ever since then I have owned and driven 6 other Lexus. Great cars!

    • @metinakpinar9724
      @metinakpinar9724 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey mate, I am about to buy one, what first modifications do you reccomend, i was thinking a new timing belt,waterpump, sparkplugs and wheel alignment, is there anything else i need to do as soon as i get it? also how reliable is the car?

  • @GECKOZFTW
    @GECKOZFTW 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Since I'm based in the UK I can only realistically get an IS200. Not like that's a problem, I got to drive one yesterday at a car meet with a Japspeed exhaust system and it was glorious. It was so comfortable, the shifter falls very nicely to hand, and the seating position is sporty. And the noise...my God it sang such a beautiful soundtrack. I want one now.

  • @LucoreAuto
    @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Nice to see the IS300 getting some love from you guys, surprised our Boosted_Lexi didn't make it in the clips though! Either way, thanks for shining a light on a few of the builds out there keep it up!

  • @sounddrivenofficial
    @sounddrivenofficial 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Good video also one thing to mention is the 2jz in the is300 are also in the gs300 and sc300, so there's 3 to pick from

    • @jrsalgado3388
      @jrsalgado3388 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Is300 is the smallest chassis to have the 2jz but all 3 are great 🔥

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed but no GS300 or SC300 manuals :( So before you even get started on a project build you are already eyeballing a big first step of auto-manual conversion

    • @sounddrivenofficial
      @sounddrivenofficial 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@LucoreAuto there are sc300 manuals between 92 and 97. Sadly none for the gs300 but i heard there's a kit that used the 5 speed from the 240sx

    • @LucoreAuto
      @LucoreAuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sounddrivenofficial technically exist but very VERY hard to find. And unfortunately something that rare usually means unlikely to be torn apart and turned into a "build"
      There's always a WAY.. just get ready to put in some WORK!

  • @mn1907
    @mn1907 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    own is300 mk1 and absolutely love it

  • @CJalterr
    @CJalterr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just love the way the car looks

  • @Naeem_El
    @Naeem_El 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Glad I came across your video I’m looking to get a Lexus IS

  • @hbmgordo3353
    @hbmgordo3353 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love this car. Im looking to get one and having a goal to either modify it to almost match the supra mkIV or completely swap. Also for people who want a manual you have a better chance to swap it coz a manual will cost alot of money.

  • @BTGD-th8cx
    @BTGD-th8cx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recently just bought my 2jz is300 it’s fire asf and I’m so happy I got it

  • @TheUltimateViZion
    @TheUltimateViZion 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I Love my IS300. $1,350 Complete Turbo Kit. 100% Stock forgiving the fuel management system, Bolt on, Set wastegate 9 psi and it makes 342 WHP. I am 100% pleased with everything about this as my Daily Driver. He is right. Make sure you replace timing belt and theyre bad on Ball joints, Wheel Bearings, I also have those exact same Tein Coilovers on mine

  • @zanejacobs_
    @zanejacobs_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Got mine last year and it’s so good! It’s a 2002 so it needs some work here & there but I love it

    • @zenkaiatisoto3448
      @zenkaiatisoto3448 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I just dropped 1.5k to upgrade/tune my awful engine leak on my 02', I've only had it for about a year and a half now, they did not take the best care of it. I got it for 2k down from 3 with some nice haggling, dude said the a.c. worked, NOPE. That alone is a k to fix.
      Anyway
      I wish you the best with fixing/tuning it up.

  • @stefenbain421
    @stefenbain421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I've got one, headlights still clear, nothing Is fading or peeling, well only the clear coat on the roof but that's it, have never snapped a belt or anything like that haha 😂
    Take care of your ride and itll take care of you

  • @Zookeeper837
    @Zookeeper837 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been asking for this forever ❤️❤️

  • @victorhilario7756
    @victorhilario7756 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love IS300!! I still have mine and I bought it in 2006.

  • @acefunkk
    @acefunkk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ayeee showin’ love for the 2JZ ❤️

  • @nino6549
    @nino6549 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Do a 2nd Gen GS300 🤘🏽

    • @abedawg94
      @abedawg94 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Or 3rd gen 😋

  • @sig550a5
    @sig550a5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They are amazing daily drivers! Not IS300 but ive owned 3 JDM Altezzas. By far my favorite daily driver, way better than my old jdm gd wrx. Currently own a silver Tezza, 6spd, beams 3sge, chargespeed body kit, set of winter tires, set of all seasons. Keeps me happy till summer rolls around and i can use my other car.

  • @FinalNightmare1992
    @FinalNightmare1992 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was my second car. I absolutely loved it!!! It's still in my family