2019 Lexus GS F long-term review: Build quality

[@eleonik76]

Finally,a detailed,non biased reviewer,who doesn't focus on drag times and how fast the infotainment system is. And not paid by the big manufacturers to advertise their crap.Lexus is all about the build quality and perfection,not splitting second times and drag times,which in real world count..Not. Superb masterpiece of a car and fantastic review. Subscribe!

[@zachariafungo5723]

Exactly Man

[@adilsulfiqar]

S.T T. Damn well said 👍🏻👍🏻

[@morri03]

I thought the exact opposite. It’s just a Lexus infomercial

[@adilsulfiqar]

morri03 a common man would never ever care of hard acceleration as long as it has enough power for his needs, what concerns him is the quality, craftsmanship, speciality of the car he drives etc which is never what these reviewers do

[@lukaposeidon8490]

No fucks were given. In a rolls royce with great attention to detail you can use the infotainment actually. In this car the infotainment is a pain to live with. Drag times are also done to see how it goes against his competitors. Now i would agree that drag races aren't that important and this car is fast enough,but infotainment must be good in a car.

[@Toyota4Life]

Future classic car. That screaming V8 is a masterpiece combined with a fantastic driving appearance and handling. Real driver sedan that’s not just about numbers but about feel and sound. Being a Lexus you know you won’t have to deal with crazy repair bills 10 years from now.

[@penvon]

Toyota4Life Future Classic indeed.

[@nonamus9947]

Also that the IS-F has the same engine as this

[@bombardierrecreationalprod1023]

Toyota/Lexus is #1 when it comes to Durability/Reliability!!

[@MrMustangrick]

I recently purchase a low mileage 2017 GS F in atomic silver/red interior. Stunning car, best car I have owned. Truly a supercar.

[@dontcare563]

Its a nice car but hardly a SUPERCAR!

[@MrMustangrick]

@@dontcare563Don't Care !

[@EastWood2004]

Supercar? Supermarket car..

[@MrMustangrick]

@@EastWood2004 LOL good one

[@donaldlin586]

I also own 2017 GS F. I agree. It is not a NORMAL supercar but an UNUSUAL supercar!!!

[@ld7740]

I have a 2016 w/73k miles. Absolute dream to drive and never a single issue

[@robsnizzle79]

I absolutely LOVE this car. Lexus vehicles in my opinion are very HIGH quality vehicles, and the F models are beyond nice.

[@KnightIndustries572]

Another vastly underrated Lexus..vastly underrated car full stop.

[@javierduran1390]

I've seen Lexus IS-Fs with 160k miles and still run like brand new with very few cosmetic damage

[@apt62]

Javier Duran there’s one in Utah with 300k miles

[@muhammadfaiz7901]

Wow that crazy

[@goldencosmonaut]

Javier Duran ISFs with lower miles have a fair amount of issues. I’m a service advisor for a Lexus Dealer.

[@alexlopez5800]

Yeah my isf is cosmetically beat to crap . Lmao it's a nice blue but previous owner sucked at taking care of the car ...

[@samandrew5643]

Man that’s nothing I found one have 370k and still run like a dream

[@cz3nlv]

I currently have a Lc500 have had it for the last 7 months and done 17,000... it is absolutely stunning in every way, it puts to shame most cars worth twice the price, in terms of quality, finish and execution

[@alchemist5704]

Sherif Ghobrial I got a baby LC , aka RCF. 😈 the design on these bad boys are so futuristic and quality that will last into the future too

[@cz3nlv]

@@alchemist5704 Thanks, i'm feeling confused going from the LC to the RCF too be honest, i hope its not going to be an emotional hit. I ordered the all new facelift 2020 RCF, so there is some consolidation.

[@normt5463]

Mercedes and BMW coupes with bigger power make Lexus look like a Toyota.

[@cz3nlv]

@@normt5463 spending time with each car, will help one appreciate the differences and execution.

[@normt5463]

@@cz3nlv see Savagegeese review of the LC. Watch it all the way to the end Lexus is in a medium that appeals to know one.

[@abcdLeeXY]

Lexus is an amazing brand and has great cars to own for long term. I wouldn't buy any American or European cars, they're good to lease only.

[@Soh90]

When I bought my TSX I was fooled by Motor Trend magazine who praised the car like it was the second coming. Few years later after the shiny wire off, I started to see the crappy paint job and sloppy structural rigidity for what it was. I picked the TSX over its at the time Japanese rival; a Lexus IS350 AWD, and I wish I hadn’t done that. Lexus knows quality like no other manufacturer.

[@nickhayesreviews]

That's really interesting, I own an 07 Accord Euro and have had none of those issues. My paint looks pretty much new apart from the hairline scratches from kids over the years. The overall structural rigidity of my car still feels almost like the day the car was bought. The only real issue that I've had with mine is a extremely annoying whining noise just before the car shifts up a gear which developed about 5 years after I bought it.

[@psewgobind]

Not a fan of the TSX, when a regular Honda can do it just as good or better.

[@Soh90]

Nick Hayes You’re lucky. I’ve developed a rust issue on the inner parts of the doors. I have a 6 Speed Manual and had to replace the transmission as well. Other parts that have failed was the A/C fan, entire power steering system, seized calipers, TPMS system, passenger door lock, and other minor lighting elements inside have stopped working (some lights and back light to some switches). Overall the TSX is not a luxury car. Not even entry level. It’s is now clear to me that Acura is the *performance* division of Honda and not the so called “luxury” division as people want them to be. The TSX is a great performance car. Out of all the issues, the engine hasn’t skipped a beat and still zips to it’s 7,600 rpm limit, but the IS350 was the car I was looking for, not the TSX. I did not text drive either car and that was my mistake. Years later I rode in a 2008 IS350 and my goodness the quality was far better. Not even close lol. Oh well, water under the bridge.

[@OS993]

made in the US

[@geoh8241]

This car has the best craftsmanship of any sport sedan out there... it is so detailed and well built over bumps you don’t hear anything squeaks or odd sounds.

[@AyAy008]

"You're probably wondering what Takumi is" Me: oh it's the kid that used to sell tofu

[@ssj22vuofficial]

This car is so underrated.

[@MA-oo7fw]

ones that know they know, this beats other cars in its class and yes im looking at the germans

[@marlonbaird6070]

N/A engines are the best and have such unique tone... Beast of note.. Enough power u dont need more... So smooth...

[@borishasarrived5524]

Lexus is like a Seiko watch, nice and well-maded which can do it's work for 20 years like an expensive Rolex.

[@penvon]

I’m all about hybrids but this car might make me step out of my bubble 🙂

[@jezebulls]

Scotty Kilmer says not to trust the hybrid models, so you gotta do what he says.

[@penvon]

Jasper Sihoe lol Scotty never likes what he can’t make money on,he’s just mad he can’t work on them but then he recently recommended the Camry hybrid.I think Scotty gets bored at times and just makes up stuff.

[@stevenjalopnik1342]

Let’s be honest. 6 months is hardly long term. If my car is fading and falling apart after 6 months I would be fuming.

[@Toyota4Life]

Steven Jalopnik that is true but there are tons of cars that give issues in a short period of time believe it not

[@audi1982]

6 months is about 5.9 months longer than the average reviewer. Are you expecting a review after 3 years?

[@MrMustangrick]

Mine is 3 years old and like new.

[@tmoua90s]

Understandable. I’ve had my ‘16 GSF for 2 years. I put 50k miles on it since. Still feels like the day I bought it. I can blast my music all day and not one rattle :) .

[@AbzAden]

The only thing Lexus needs is great infotainment system and it would be perfect and honestly if it doesn’t have that it’s not something that would make me not get it as long as any car has Bluetooth and Aux than I’m good

[@arunmfive]

All new Lexus cars have Carplay now.

[@CarsofGlasgow]

Love the GS F!

[@Kruse1]

Dawn Fraser does car reviews now

[@rockman469]

Used Lexus GSF Certified are hard to find I mean you will find some but they are out of state or thousand miles away from where you lived

[@oldsklteg]

Trust me I already knew what a Takumi was.

[@wholeNwon]

21 years with my LS400 and I'll never part with perfection. Won't even look at the hideous new one.

[@watur123]

You're one of those guys

[@aboriginalmuur1661]

LOL

[@MaZEEZaM]

I had heard nothing of this regarding Lexus before, interesting to know 🐨

[@Toyota4Life]

MaZEEZaM LFA. ISF. GSF. RCF.

[@AyAy008]

Aussie car reviewer: *Understands and appreciates the build quality of this Lexus* Murrican car reviewer: *This car's 0-60 is slower than an M5 and the infotainment has a mousepad; therefore, this car sucks*

[@robecor_]

Real talk..

[@iammuzzi]

lol is that Doug?

[@dinhscot]

How the Hell is a 2019 a Use long Term review? That right there is a Brand New car

[@jawadarif5676]

No longer available in UK what a shame

[@normt5463]

I think US will follow shortly as they only sell 6,000 annually.

[@EDGEDAZZA]

Excellent car and review

[@Maximum_Swag_Engaged]

Been driving an is300h for some time. Don't think I'll ever go back to anything else

[@holidayusa098]

just beautiful … more reliable than German cars

[@J1mmyFootr0n]

1:08 talks about the level of detail on the paint and then leans on the car......

[@zyou8er]

I love my supercharged GS-F, soon I’ll do a full E85 and it should put down 750 to the wheels.

[@allenzillmer1917]

Nice! RR Racing Kit?

[@zyou8er]

@@allenzillmer1917 Yes. I got lucky and bought an extra long block off a wrecked GSF for $3k :) now I really feel comfortable having an extra long block.

[@normt5463]

Discontinued?

[@amirhossainzadeh3951]

Sadly, yes.

[@MrMustangrick]

Will keep mine forever then.

[@MrRuv10]

Do they still use CVTs in those cars?

[@justinbussell7637]

The white bit on the headlights is a bit weird, would look better without it.

[@adhithyasodhi3203]

Priced at 'just 160k'.....spoken like a man who never pays his own money for a car

[@hijodediosjeffreylopez]

Wish lexus did flat bottom steering wheels

[@jesusr3475]

Owned a 2017 gsf. Good car not going to lie but loses quality within a few years. Within 2.5 years shocks were busted, pins were leaking, and suspension wasn’t the best. Lexus doesn’t respond well to these “under warranty” changes. They question it as if you purposely did it to get it changed. Loved the car but disliked the degrading rate of parts with the short period

[@EastWood2004]

My bro had owned an Lexus GS and owned several BMWs. He said the Lexus and a Subaru were least reliable cars from his life. My RX had a several issues, too.

[@jesusr3475]

Agreed. I owned a scion Tc without a doubt best car I had. No issues for 10 years

[@MrMustangrick]

My Gs F has been perfect after 3 years.

[@FilmScape4K]

Never heard of those problems on a GS F, do you even own one?

[@abouels6220]

Lol I have a 2007 gs that people still can't believe is a 2007. Just changed the brakes two days ago for the first time of the life of the vehicle. 96k miles on it no issues nothing. Drives like new zero noises, suspension is perfect. All how you treat em.

[@YazAMG]

I love my GS-F, but the transmission sucks.

[@mrjjthor]

Lol. Why is that? I too didn't like the transmission in my ISF. It seems a bit clumsy at times and when I floor it it'll drop a gear and then after a second it'll drop down to the lowest gear. I hated that.

[@YazAMG]

@@mrjjthor yeah, it hastates a lot in traffic for me, it almost feels as though it's slipping. It also loves staying in 8th gear and takes its sweet time downshifting for the right gear.

[@hirasingh4725]

Was gonna get this car but the infotainment system felt very outdated and slightly uneasy to use. Ended up with a 550 with their notorious unreliable engine😭🤦🏽‍♂️

[@adilsulfiqar]

Hira Singh man u dint want a car because of its infotainment system 😂 Good luck with ur purchase

[@t-bone9239]

I'll use my phone 99% of the time anyway🤷

[@kp4643]

It really not that bad anyways

[@hirasingh4725]

Adil Sulfiqar the car was that boring straight turn off

[@Shane-zx4ps]

The chazzy 😳😂😂😂

[@craigfleming4353]

Awesome car

[@jaleeckflathead9640]

I hope it don't still have the plastic abs intake manifold like the 08 ls460. Misfire will catch it on fire.

[@miguelmowry6405]

Does it carry a spear tire

[@sonnybocalajr.725]

Cant afford

[@motleydude73]

Just 160k 😂 Righto.

[@dannyliu9344]

Which means Lexus can't be repaired....... Any 1 repaired it means you ruin it.

[@op3r47r3]

this car is way way bellow not above

[@EastWood2004]

If the reliability and the repair bill is so important why do you consider the Lexus? Corolla would be a smarter choice.

[@gregbernini3244]

Still depreciate like a stone!

[@aslanesamai9063]

what about the shitty infotainment system

[@MatrixDiscovery]

Why the hell do we put Bentley and Rolls Royce on the top level of build quality? Both these marks have horrible quality.

[@augurcybernaut4785]

NO_EYES_ON_ME they mean initial .... first 4-5 years.

[@malikkemo]

“Chazzeee” chasis lol

[@KillaLogeFTW]

G. nice fun facts

[@supaahflyy]

TOOOOOONNNNNYYYYYYY

[@jdord4838]

Nice review, thanks for posting and stay safe...Yeshua (Jesus Christ) is the way!

[@psewgobind]

I suspect that the most obtuse drivers own a Lexus, which makes for a perfect fit. This reviewer obviously loves his Lexus.

[@letsseeif]

All good. Nice Camry. They just need to fit a grille.

[@augurcybernaut4785]

letsseeif You behave yourself!!!! Besides everyone knows it’s the Avalon.

[@egmindurs6781]

Camry?? Dickhead

[@letsseeif]

@Mark Nicholls Agree. Lexus is a logical step from the best of Toyota's legendary reliability and build, ramping that up to another level of quality and luxury, just as the 'LuxuryEXportUS' implies, seemingly the perfect and logical conclusion. Sadly, badge snobs abound, and I can't see this changing any time soon. However, LEXUS is noted by most if not all as a luxury badge. Even the price helps here. My post was simply a satirical take on the grille. Still, looking at the demographic of 'high wealth individuals', I rate that while the Germans win, taken on individual auto makers, Lexus does hold its place as a significant luxury vehicle player. Also generally true is that the demographic of which I speak rarely buy their car or keep it past three years (ie. with their 'hard earned cash') and as you probably know, use "auto badge social/wealth class signalling" as a status tool. [my ironic take. if a 'polished turd' was perceived as "hyper desirable" to such people, they would acquire it and proudly put on display.]

[@letsseeif]

@@egmindurs6781 SEE reply to MARK above.

[@noblevengeance312]

In your world, Lexus is a company that puts quality into their cars with an amazing v8 and etc. But honestly, the German auto market sees Lexus, Infiniti, Acura, as a complete joke. Reason why you may ask? Where has Lexus been in Motorsport? Oh right, nowhere. Sure Toyota has had its go arounds in Motorsport, but with very little success. Companies like BMW and Porsche were born in Motorsport. That is the reason why they are simply better at making a pure driver’s car than Lexus is, Infiniti is, Acura is, etc. We can go on all day about how the Acura NSX goes from 0-60 in less than 3 seconds but after it hits 80 mph, struggles like a front wheel drive car. Let’s also not forget to mention that Mercedes Benz assembles the V8s in every Lexus F model with a V8. The only car Lexus has fully built powertrain-wise is the LFA, which is a unicorn of a car in 2019, and a car I have a profound respect for. The LC500, you thought the motor was designed by Lexus/Toyota? Nope wrong. Mercedes Benz makes that engine. Just do some thorough research and you’ll find that out. Mercedes AMG also makes the boost system for the Aston Martin DB11, a car that should have had a naturally aspirated V12, but since they couldn’t build a twin turbo setup for it, they called up AMG and set up a deal with them. Simple. In the A45 and CLA45, as well as the CLA and GLA 250, the motor is a Nissan motor. The single turbo is from Mercedes Benz. Interesting how this works right? With Porsche, they make everything. Same with bmw. Audi gets their stuff from Volkswagen and vice versa, but they’re not using a completely separate manufacturer to make parts for them to cut corners and save money, which is something Lexus exceeds at. Sure they’re reliable cars, but if you want an all out sports car or want to compare Lexus to the German auto market, I can guarantee you that no Lexus will ever surpass a BMW, which is in the same price range, in their sports models. Also, BMWs hold their value slightly better than any Lexus. Not sure why, but after doing a considerable amount of research a few months back, I found this out comparing cars like the M4 to the RC F, the M5 to the IS F, and so on. Also let’s not forget the RC F “track” edition, with less than 100lbs of weight reduction, and a small boost in power, it still can be outran by the M4 GTS, and even the M4 CS that doesn’t even have a rear spoiler. Let’s not forget the GTS came out over 3 years ago as well. Like I said, sure you can think Lexus is pristine and perfect with the way they make their cars, but at the end of the day, Lexus just doesn’t have the build quality of any German auto maker. Don’t even let me get started on the comparison to the Scandinavian market, ahem Volvo, who are making in-line 5 cylinder motors as well as is Audi. Proud to be an owner of a 5 cylinder. But anyways, Lexus is just too pricey in comparison to bmw with the difference in build and drive quality of both manufacturers’ cars. And also, let’s not forget that Lexus has been using other manufacturers to help build their sports models as well. BMW M does not resort to that, neither does Audi RS, neither does Mercedes AMG (unless in rare cases). Lexus F cannot be said the same about that. Sad. Anyways, well, nice video after all. Can’t wait to reply to all the butthurt Lexus fanboy keyboard warriors out there in the replies section. Have a nice evening

[@noblevengeance312]

Don Boss so explain to me why Lexus decided to make an RC F “track” edition if nobody cares about Motorsport. Thanks

[@Adem9458]

The F engines (2UR-GSE) were co engineered with Toyota and Yamaha. German cars especially the new ones are ridiculous reliability and quality wise. I´m from Germany and heard stories of blown BMW engines at 50k kms (30k miles), shaky center consoles in S CLASSES and oil burning Audi engines, just a few examples. Sadly even Toyota/Lexus quality is slowly going downhill.

[@suhailahmed4449]

Inspite of all this still lexus cant beat bmw n mercedes

[@apt62]

suhail ahmed obviously you have never own a bmw or Mercedes for more than 5 years. Trust me they are piece of junk, if you must have one just lease. Lexus is not as flashy but it will last yr after yr.

[@suhailahmed4449]

@@apt62 in our family we have ml and s350 and 740li. Maintained on time from one garage specializes in german cars. They r beautiful cars if kept wth care. Lexus is an expensive toyota that is quiet and thts all thts what lexus is basically. When in an event of an accident the way a bmw or mercedes handels the sitiation n the way a japenese car handels the situation is a difference of night and day. This i can say from ownership experience. Unlike u who jst does car reviews.

[@FilmScape4K]

Disagree.

[@abouels6220]

Lol beat em where? To the service center or junk yard.... Bmw and Benz lose their value so fast it shouldn't be legal. 😂😂😂

[@danielgillrup9518]

The great review aside, it’s ugly as sin

[@Xyb3rTeCh]

Nah Lexus are boring. Never gets excited at all

[@mb9538]

You must have never driven a lexus before

[@adilsulfiqar]

Intel & Nvidia SUXXZZZ!!! Then y bother watch this video go push ur german shitbox

[@stevejohnson4105]

Lexus is a Toyota Acura is a Honda Infinity is a Nissan all three cars look alike

[@TopGear759]

Love the exterior but the inside looks cheap and a mess.

[@kp4643]

Go to your nearest dealer and have a sit in one. Also consider the competition and price