Here's How Much It Cost Me to Own a Lexus ISF - ISF Ownership Summary

It's time to sell my ISF. In this video I cover what it's like to own one and how much it cost me. I also talk about what the exciting new project is!
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[@SNORKYMEDIA]

next video "why i regret selling my ISF"

[@ruskibruski]

@Dutch Berry they cost more than m3s which is ridiculous

[@alexlopez5800]

Why would you sell an ISF? 🤦🏻

[@BassLegendYT]

@@ruskibruski Its really not, there really reliable

[@90beastmaster]

@@ruskibruski Well when they can do 200k miles and still do trackdays with basic maintenance then it makes sense.

[@Alwaysgotthemunchies]

@@90beastmaster I’ve seen ISF with 400k mi. There are a few on clublexus

[@Cheezburger861]

shhhHHHHHH, don't tell people to buy them yet, I haven't gotten mine!

[@jayschoch1465]

No Fr though lol

[@5.0_Lex_]

Just get one, u won't regret it.. somewhat of a unicorn too.. most non car ppl don't even know what it is😅

[@drj2039]

Zhen Jiang 2 months ago shhhHHHHHH, don't tell people to buy them yet, I haven't gotten mine!

[@CLA82529]

@@5.0_Lex_ exactly lol

[@uz1144]

I bought this in 08, onwed for 4 years 0 issues. Absolutely beast of a car.

[@danielrobles494]

I know it’s been a year but I’m curious to know how much hp do you think they can handle?

[@andymairena3221]

Why did u sell ?

[@devanrogers3133]

I'm assuming you bought it new or very lightly pre-owned, correct? That means you probably put 50k miles on it before you you sold it? I would hope it wouldn't have any issues in that time period. I think alot of people like me who are looking to buy one of these in Today's market are going to be getting into cars around 75kish miles. I'm wondering what the Maintence will be like owning it from 75kish to until the motor or Tranny goes. If you bought one now wish no issues at whatever miles you be a fool to sell it. The prices are way higher on the 2010 and up ones because of LSD and LFA Style tachometer mainly.

[@uz1144]

@@devanrogers3133 yes I bought a new one, how ever I owned a 2000 gs400, pretty modded with 180k on it. No issues so I was confident. I also own a 200k rx350 , 2013 again no issues. I have a gsf right now bought it new but I know a very close friend with over 120k on a gsf again that car looks better than mine and it’s full bolt on. I have seen few 200k isf locally and they are running fine. Mileage is not an issue on these cars, as long the owner took care of it.

[@kylelyons6088]

@@devanrogers3133 75k is practically a brand new car in my eyes. Not to mention its Toyota reliability. I'd buy one with 200k miles for the right price

[@ZepFan-kj6hm]

I’ve really enjoyed your vids. After eyeballing ISFs forever, I finally lucked into on this June, a 2008 w/ only 56,000 miles on it. I love everything about it honestly. It’s a great car foe having power and performance but also a very sensible daily driver. Highway fuel economy is incredible for 416 hp V8... I get 26 mpg routinely.

[@EatSleepDrive]

I'm glad you pulled the trigger and are enjoying it!

[@ChrisWalksFast]

How much did you pay and where did you find the car?

[@ronchristella]

How much did you pay just curious. Have an 08 w 51k on her

[@carloscrod_]

@@ronchristella yea the people want to know!!

[@junior17medval]

We will never know 😔

[@dspada67]

Still loving mine. It’s my daily and for weekends I have the e92 M3 FBO NA dct. Absolutely still love both , they are very different. I have owned e92 M3 ess 625 SC 6 speed as well. Prefer the dct I have now. Will look to add c63 at some time. Look forward to your next video.

[@nick_osas]

My uncles friend bought this new back in 2011 or something like that and he took me for a ride when I was a kid and ever since then I’ve always wanted one

[@ShawnyeProduction]

Thanks for the video. I have a 2nd gen GS300 and Im thinking about adding this to the collection

[@joshohebshalom4676]

Nice looking GT4 ;) Cant wait to watch the reveal!

[@Daniel_B79]

Keep it up man that was an awesome car to have on the channel. Can't wait to see what you have lined up next!

[@drj2039]

ti jo 2 months ago Keep it up man that was an awesome car to have on the channel. Can't wait to see what you have lined up next!

[@Liom8]

I like how excited you are while driving! enjoy

[@EatSleepDrive]

Cheers!

[@jrbuch]

Only 8 or so for sale in Australia currently. My brother has one and it's identical to yours in spec and mods, but RHD. He had a first Gen IS300 as a daily and an Evo 6 as his other car. With Evo prices rising quickly, he sold the Evo which was rarely driven and the IS300 to buy an IS-F. I daily an IS350 F Sport, and have a manual swapped V160/1JZ GTE Toyota Soarer with 550whp (SC300 to you guys) - so I couldn't justify buying an IS-F and having two fast cars, as I don't think I'd drive the Soarer much if I had an IS-F as a daily.

[@djardy07]

Love my 09’ ISF. The SS has a 6 speed so closet you will get to similar power, but if you want unique you won’t get that anywhere else. 1700 for my PTS exhaust

[@touringteg]

Makes a great cruiser with a Toyota/Lexus reliability. Agree that it will not be enough if you want an engaging weekend sports car.

[@Toyota4Life]

This is the best Japanese sedan to come to the states. Dream car if your a Japanese car guy.

[@andrewvillanueva4222]

So many owners talk about the valley leak. It awesome that you never had that issue.

[@edcain3676]

You were Lucky on the Lower Control Arm Bushings.My 04 Es 330,that I bought w/ 100,000 mls on it & First Owner was from Mass.,But Had What few repairs needed@ Non Carfax Reporting Shops & had Rust on Entire Lower Control Arms & Had to be Heated w/ torch to remove,as Lower ball joints were Part of control arms. I bought it from Lexus Dealer that Lady had traded it in on Newer car. But Got the Cont.arms from Advance Auto & had ASE Cert.indept.mech.repl.them for Less than half the price of dealer@ $400,Parts & Labor.

[@andymantoronto]

Curt, been meaning to say this for a while. Sometimes we fix things that aren't broken and the original opening with the laugh was way better.

[@petermacklin7870]

Ripping around Mt Adams..... Priceless.

[@EatSleepDrive]

This guy Cincinnati's.

[@carloscrod_]

Yeah dude I need to get mine before I turn 22..so I can keep it till 30

[@johnb.5401]

So, where are you selling it? Seems like a great way to get a sorted IS F!

[@Rennthusiast]

Nice vid. I dig your content and channel and have been a subscriber for awhile now. I'm going to do a cost of ownership video on my Porsche 993 but I have been procrastinating because part of me doesn't want to actually tally up the receipts...too painful 😭😂

[@EatSleepDrive]

Haha, ignorance is often bliss.

[@Rennthusiast]

EatSleepDrive the receipts are all in the folder...just need to get the courage to fire up the calculator 😆 Cost of ownership info makes good video topics though, so gotta do it to build my channel. By the way, I picked up a 100 series LC recently and your videos were great info to refer to as I searched. Went with a 2000 vs 06/07 though. Happy with it. Keep up the solid content 👍🏼

[@darenramgolam3043]

I bought an 08 about 5 years ago and 0 issues and no regrets. Yes it’s almost tooo reliable and I want a bmw but Lexus first v8 is and 5L I have fbo sounds great drives like a Lexus (kwv3)

[@is_manny_7648]

What kinda miles did it have and what maintenance when u got it?

[@KeenanStyles]

Clicked the sub button as soon as you said I hope everyone sticks around :)

[@Lumpygrits76]

There’s a lot of chatter lately about bringing the IS-F back this coming fall. And dropping a twin turbo V8 in the LS. I stick with Lexus because there’s no big headaches or even aggravations with them. Crossing my fingers for the return of the IS-F this year.

[@EatSleepDrive]

I sure do hope they bring it back as well. Although I hope they put their latest 5.0L that is in the LC500/RCF in it still...

[@junior17medval]

I think it will be called the IS 500 F sport

[@AgoristAlex]

BRING THAT SHI* BAKK

[@asifalimirza]

Sad your selling, but I'll stick around to see what you get next

[@t-money10]

This car is a Future collector

[@didafm]

Now that the 2022 Is500 is getting the V8 the IS-F might drop more in price 😳

[@huck9293]

Not having a manual transmission option really hurt the ISFs "engagement" quotient for the gearheads. Probably what's holding it back from being a sort after enthusiast car like the M cars. The lack of aftermarket mod options doesn't help either. However, I think you nailed it right on the head about the ISF being a perfect daily driver with a performance V8, tight capable chassis and suspension with an upscale fit and finish of a luxury brand. You get all of this without breaking the bank when comes time for maintenance and repairs with the ISF.

[@jaredfletcher1587]

Absolutely it would be my dream car if they came in a manual

[@dongyan8717]

Did you ever have it inspected for valve cover gaskets replacement?

[@mannylupercio8194]

Wish you'd sold it a month ago, I just picked mine up two weeks before you put it on the market.

[@josueconcepcion350]

All ot needs is the vis carbon fiver hood, 3is front bumper and vland headlights and it will be the most perfect isf

[@rmoore4yris]

I would take a rear cf air diffuser (Tom's) over the cf hood to make the car perfect.

[@AsphaltRhys]

Been dailying my old gti for a few years, think its time to upgrade to that v8

[@EatSleepDrive]

I think you'll enjoy it! It's a reasonable step from a GTI IMO.

[@xhonzaimi8618]

U might want to get a is350 lol. isf is a big step since u don't have any experience with rwd

[@AsphaltRhys]

@@xhonzaimi8618 i have a corvette and fb rx7, they just both lack 4 doors and any sense of practicality. i like rwd v8, but neither of those cars are dailyable with a dog or child seat + family. also would like something that i know will not leave me stranded as my gti has on a few occasions

[@eshea5050]

I've owned my 2010 IS350 for 5 years now. Only issue was high pressure fuel pump went a few hundred miles after doing a cat delete /exhaust... hmm. Other than that, 0 issues. Absolutely 0 problems.

[@WesAKAthemilkman]

Glad to hear, I’m currently saving up for a 2010-2013 is350 as my first “nice car”. So fkn stoked.

[@cheekclapper8844]

Did your pump make any noise before failing ?

[@michaelm.a.4541]

Out of all the cars you’ve owned, which would would be your top 3 favorite?

[@iraqifoodcart8447]

After having just watched a video on what it's like to own a Cadillac CTS-V and considering the ISF as an alternative to buy rather than the CTS-V, after watching this video and reading the comments I am thoroughly convinced that the Lexus ISF is a better then the second gen CTS-V, especially considering the CTSV Gen 2 sedan goes for nearly the same price, weighs more, is prone to more issues, and gets worse gas mileage.

[@Fee.1]

You go through so many cars I’d be impressed if you were bullying me by refusing to split a GT3 with me for a year. YOURE PERSONALLY ASSAULTING ME

[@jaybee890]

Another beauty is thr M3 V8 GTR.

[@xzoniczf1427]

the only isf in my area is listed 43k cad... That's more than 4 times what I paid for my is350..

[@marcuslindsay713]

Boo! The IsF is extremely engaging... Coilover, and and a full RR (headers, exhaust, intake, tune) tune is the way. I have a 2010 IsF with bolt ons and 420hp at the wheel.

[@KVIZZZZLE]

ive sold my 2008 IS 350 because i wanted something with a manual transmission as well lol

[@lovelace30]

BMW 340m competition that’s what it sounds like . Awesome car that is if that’s what you got

[@singhbrijinder]

manual e90 m3 or manual 997 911. You had both which one you prefer ?

[@tcharfa]

How much are you going to ask for yours??

[@definitionXrp]

Ima get a 2014 IS F soon

[@riccccccardo]

Just bought a 2012 cvt 6 speed 450h f sport and loving the smooth electric power a v6 with v8 type power.

[@djardy07]

Negative it’s NOT the F V8 power 😂😂 #fNotFSport

[@riccccccardo]

@@djardy07 with the hybrid system it delivery’s power like a v8 😊

[@is2fiftyslowfsport744]

You said You want the ultimate driving experience 🤔 sounds like your leaning towards a BMtroubleU, well good luck lol

[@LionelLucci]

Selling my 15 is250 f sport , I need the isF

[@rickysharma2160]

That was quick

[@EatSleepDrive]

There's a joke somewhere here..

[@samaccurso]

2008 Lexus ISF is the 2nd true F-sport with a V8, the 1st was the 1998 Lexus GS400, most people either don't realize that or don't know that.

[@sesh3508]

It’s not a f sport, it’s an F

[@BrawlFreak786]

It’s nuts how much you go through cars

[@skooksreviewks7806]

Is the 11-14 that much above the 08-10? With a limited slip diff, and completely revised suspension I've heard it's quite a bit faster.

[@AnontheGOAT]

Around a track probably, but not faster in a straight line.

[@yashmalushte]

Where can I find that carbon fiber spoiler?

[@darrendent8288]

Pffftttt don't let the door hit ya on the way out.

[@ironhand22]

Why did you get rid of the GT350?

[@allentan5779]

Where do i find your fb ad for the car?

[@Unplugged704]

Looking to upgrade to ISF from my IS350. With the IS500 coming out, wonder should I just wait? I’m guessing the ISF prices would drop once IS500 comes out. Thoughts?

[@mattsvr4]

ISF's are going up in price. The IS500 is not an F car. It's basically an IS350 with a v8. ISF chassis is much different.

[@duke6156]

Jesus first vid of yours I’ve seen and did you ever wash it? And why is the rear lower than the front lol

[@TheExperiment1337]

I was looking to buy one of these but I can only import cars from 2014. 😢

[@Neil542]

Has it for 2 days sells it right away lol

[@jaybee890]

I understand changing cars but i have driven my best mates ISF many times and i would never part with it

[@moonman_8935]

I wanna sell my 2019 STI for a 2012 - 2014 ISF. But no where to be found lol

[@EatSleepDrive]

The later models are soooo hard to find. Consider a 2010 like this one, and outfit it with the updated suspension and steering ECU. Those are all the changes everyone is after and it won't cost you much to do. You'll save a ton of money too over the premium of the 2012+

[@valdaviper1]

Join the ISF forums. Majority of the good ones just get sold member to member and any good deals are shared around very quick. The other changes everyone wants are upgraded headlights and wheels and cluster. The cluster is a PIA to get to work on the newer ones. If I were to sell my 12 next spring I wouldn't even bother with Autotrader or FB marketplace.

[@moonman_8935]

According to Lexus only 86 2014 ISF units were produced for USA..

[@Reflex702]

Other than the forums, also try joining the lexus isf page on facebook

[@sircefiro]

Man where I am they ain't cheap, I'd take any year

[@BLacknesmonstaz]

6 cylinder Cayman?? great choice

[@is4life862]

Haven't own it a year. Wow🙄. Well get what makes you happy 👊

[@tijo6391]

He’s going BMW route

[@MD-pz3cn]

@@tijo6391 GT4

[@mattroush7364]

@@tijo6391 his loss lol I would never give up this work of art for a mechanical disaster like a BMW

[@LorandHungary]

I have been looking at these cars for years. I wanted to buy one when they were going around 15k euros, but parents said that too much power and is rwd, now they go for 25k....

[@manlaibaatarganzorigt9049]

I feel you man.

[@binoymathew5413]

You could compare your ownership experience with the M3 and the ISF

[@EatSleepDrive]

The M3 was more of an occasion to drive and the ISF was a little nicer to live with on a daily basis. Both have their places in the world.

[@binoymathew5413]

@@EatSleepDrive absolutely right (if I may be so bold enough to suggest an analogy of a girlfriend v/s wife....without meaning any offence, ofcourse). I wanted to know the costs of Ownership of the M3 as against the ISF. Because you have first hand experience, having owned both cars.

[@-Zelo]

That new car looks to be a Porsche Cayman GT4. I might be wayyy off though lol

[@AStick3Pedals]

I think it's a GT4 too

[@Daniel_B79]

You're not off your spot on!

[@-Zelo]

@@Daniel_B79 haha yea i was pretty positive but didn't want to look dumb in case i was wrong 😂

[@JacobyAldrich]

Sold my 08 about a year in a half ago for 18. Now an isF id want is like 35-40k. Almost not worth it to get one🥲 I watched a similar situation happen with evos from 2018- to now. and now these.

[@mysteriousguy019]

I love the F sport model but here in Wisconsin awd is needed due to snow as a daylie driven car. Was thinking of trading my wrx 15 for one.

[@junior17medval]

Will swapping in winter tires be enough?

[@chromepuca225]

Im looking for an ISF I can't find them really anywhere are they just hard to come across

[@alexlopez5800]

Yes. Values shot up since your comment.

[@mugensamurai]

Lexus: "let me release the IS500 to destroy the classic car value of the ISF"

[@skooksreviewks7806]

The IS500 is still slower than an (almost) 15 year old car, with less hp and it's not a true F car. If they make a new ISF it'll have a twin turbo V8 with 600+ hp.

[@roostertailspice2482]

@@skooksreviewks7806 WTF kind of crap are you smoking? The specs on the IS500 are already better than the last ISF. It's like you're stuck in 2014 land or something.

[@skooksreviewks7806]

@@roostertailspice2482 2011 ISF 0-60 in 4.2 2021 IS500 with more hp is 0-60 in 4.5 Fuck off roostertail spice, Ive owned 2 Fs

[@roostertailspice2482]

@@skooksreviewks7806 The only Fs you ever owned were on your report card you high school drop out catfisher.

[@skooksreviewks7806]

@@roostertailspice2482 actually I got a 3.9 in high school and was the salutatorian of my class. Sooo good one lol.

[@mallumotovlog232]

what year is your car?

[@chaiher6264]

How’s the gas mpg

[@Whotta]

Get a 2012-2014 ISF. Problems solved, minus the manual

[@nionad6437]

2011**

[@hamsterbrigade]

@@nionad6437 You're not really wrong, however the 2012 steering ECU is supposed to be much better. I've driven a 2012, the steering is great. I drove a 2011 for a small amount of time but never back to back. I can say they were both miles ahead of the 2008-2010 steering ecus

[@123PSPs]

Easier said than done I can't find any in my area and when their is they're 100k mile + and selling for 40k+ 😅

[@anthonyb2990]

@@123PSPs that's way too high they should be mid to low 30's

[@reggyforest5299]

did you sell it already and how much

[@definitionXrp]

The 2008 right now is 30k in cali

[@MambaTime]

what a fantastic channel. Ohio stay winning

[@Mobakar]

Name of that wheel please

[@pleaseexitthepool6517]

It’s not “if you should buy an isf” it’s “are they’re any for sale”

[@Jacktherippa82]

I think I’m going to buy the E92 M3 I know the maintenance will cost more but the ISF is just too boring for me.

[@congn1950]

jacktharippa you want spent your $😀

[@dailypovs7800]

Isf Will gap you

[@valdaviper1]

M3 will be a bit more fun, but with ISF your worries about ownership are the same as owning a Camry.

[@onecleanlex]

Is this for sale or not ?

[@rubenportillo664]

I bet he’s getting a zl1 tell me I’m rite I own an isf myself 08 I love it won’t sell it just garage it and maintain it.

[@avedkalajian408]

How much it cost for week for high premium petrol ⛽ 🤔

[@AlexSchwartzATV]

is500: im about to end this mans whole career

[@smoogeezy22]

Im in fairfield if you want to sell it locally!

[@rickstiens4641]

I'm also in Fairfield.😊 I've got a red ISF that I daily and track.

[@ogalskioperator3939]

Sub 20k… here in EU to get one in OK state is 35+ :(

[@howardjames9543]

I want to buy it. If you still have it let me know. but before that why year model is this?

[@howardjames9543]

@@GaryWilliams1, how much are you asking?

[@ytsuxxxno7598]

2010 IS F here 115k miles. Got it at 106k for 23,500 after T,T,L. Ownership cost so far? Gas and oil change.... about... 1,000$? Owned since 2019.

[@Vijaypall_96]

How is it now? I saw one at a car show and instantly felt like I needed one...😅

[@Laserbimmer]

Wish I would’ve watched this a year ago. Prices are up

[@EatSleepDrive]

Crazy right?

[@Sephiyroth]

same last year this was constantly for sale @ 20K and under but now it’s double

[@AndrewPruteanu]

These are expensive. Like 20-30k for a 2008 with about 75-90k miles.

[@VISlXVI]

My 2011 is350 was 38k 90km on it

[@AndrewPruteanu]

@@VISlXVI is 350??? Dang that's not even the F

[@VISlXVI]

@@AndrewPruteanu yea bro.. i got it from the states i live in canada so 29k usd after conversion

[@mez6256]

It's a luxury car with a V8 engine. With lexus reliability, an eight-speed transmission and rear-wheel drive.

[@AndrewPruteanu]

@@mez6256 well the lexus ls460 is a V8, RWD, luxury car with toyota reliability and they go for around 15-20k for the 2008, and for the 2013-2017 ones go for around 30k

[@caramelopapi6221]

That blurred car looks like a Porsche GT3 or a Nissan 370Z Nismo ......

[@FATmenDRIVEtrucks]

Will be missed on channel do a giveaway lol

[@socrittylove]

How much you want for yours?

[@CubanLegend561]

i cant believe its gone, so how much did you sell it for? we're all wondering.. You got it for 18k right?

[@EatSleepDrive]

Yep, that's what I sold it for.

[@MrISF]

Then someone scored with free upgrades!

[@jesuscolchado6300]

How many miles?

[@civilizedanarchy9597]

Is it worth buying a 140,000 mile 2008 ISF for $5,000, I need reassurance the engine is gonna hold considering it is a V8

[@hustletussle4722]

You are absolutely insane if u pass up on that steal, unbelievable deal

[@lui1367]

Thats such a good deal. I'd buy it in a heartbeat

[@Sesamestreet9080]

Where tf you find one for 5k. Any problems with it? Lol

[@b58forever]

for 5 k you dont buy the f

[@donttrip2366]

Wow that is a steal no second thought I’ll grab that car

[@387crash]

so how would one buy that is f?

[@EatSleepDrive]

Sold unfortunately.

[@baggerbro1726]

Stay firsty my friends!

[@drj2039]

Chad Bradley 2 months ago Stay firsty my friends!

[@liquidh6344]

The annual tax of the ISF in my country is about US$5000

[@ln5747]

That can't be right? Russia?

[@liquidh6344]

@@ln5747 I'm not from Russia. I just support Russia.

[@ln5747]

@@liquidh6344 ah ok. Which country charges 5k tax a year for a car though?

[@liquidh6344]

@@ln5747 Singapore

[@ln5747]

@@liquidh6344 that explains it haha

[@emperortitisyee9458]

I’m tryna buy one , Fucken sucks I can’t find any at all man. :/ helpp

[@Fee.1]

Do you have sales taxes in Ohio for cars?

[@yoltproductions3109]

Yes we do

[@DiegoOrtiz-jx3ze]

I'd never sell this