Here's What A 450+HP Lexus IS-F Engine Looks Like After 220,000+ Miles (Driven HARD)

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Today, Jared tears apart his 2008 Lexus IS-F to find that some things are a little less than ideal. Time to fix it!
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[@EAcosta_Co]

I have had my 08 isf for 5+ years now. About 120k on it. I've never had any mechanical issues. Still insanely in love with it! No plans on getting rid of it in the near future.

[@wootwoot3780]

That’s what I want how you pay ? 25k

[@EAcosta_Co]

@@wootwoot3780 I paid 27k. Had about 70k miles at the time.

[@allenzillmer1917]

Cherish it!

[@RobertGSolomon]

220000 miles and that engine sounds awesome so smooth

[@alirezahamze5166]

I mind was blown when he started the car. It was soooooo smooth

[@Krzysztof_88]

I love how surprised are americans when car with 220k miles still runs great.

[@shiftautomotive854]

@@Krzysztof_88 cus they buy shit cars like Ford, Dodge and Chrysler

[@poomunj]

just breaking in!

[@jaedenrobloxcars7429]

It's not just a car, it's a TOYOTA!

[@QALibrary]

I have no clue how that dog stays so white in the shop environment

[@sparky4878]

Keep her away from Earl Leaker.

[@dumtree3727]

I mean the dog doesn’t help Jared with fixing the cars so I thinks that may be a reason.

[@newmemer8070]

She bathes with brakecleaner

[@dgfm3815]

I'm pretty sure she's been ceramic coated..

[@defjame5124]

@@dgfm3815 😂😂🤣 that's a good one

[@coolchu001]

First thing I did after buying my 333k mi ISF was sending an oil sample to be analyzed. It came back with pretty normal readings. Fairly certain my now 355k mi ISF engine won’t look too different! The fuel injected intake sure keeps the top end clean!

[@Hammersz]

You a social media page with your isf?

[@-caleb-7201]

Hello, do you still have the ISF? Any socials with the car?

[@McTwistedTwisties]

The difference between a M3 and the lexus IS-F is that in 10 years you can still drive the IS-F down the road.

[@snowdogs59]

@CARNAL FLORES my 88 M3 has 300k miles on it and still goes great on original motor.

[@cottondajuiceman]

I realize mine is an anomaly, but my 09 E92 M3 still drives like a dream with 96000 miles, no rod bearing issues or anything outside of regular maintenance!

[@snowdogs59]

@CARNAL FLORES agreed!

[@deanintheg]

Well it is a toyota

[@doingyamom]

@CARNAL FLORES Same here. I daily drive an E38 740i and it currently has ~243,000 miles. It’s still on its first motor and the car runs great. New BMWs wouldn’t last over 150,000 miles though

[@dan725]

“go out there and enjoy your car.” Damn straight. The right kind of owner.

[@tonycrispin]

Man I have wanted an IS-F since they first came out and seeing this makes me want one even more!

[@anthonyg3016]

So difficult to find one man:( and the price are going up

[@Aurora1337onYT]

I found one with 200.000 KM you guys its worth it? @@anthonyg3016 @tonycrispin

[@joealex65]

220K Miles and that engine still looks brand new! That's Toyota reliabilty for you! 😎

[@aq4316]

Says a lot about the owners, good quality oil with proper change intervals. Even the best engines will crap out and fill with sludge if you only charge the oil every 10-15,000 miles

[@David-yd7se]

@@aq4316 If you read most owners manuals these days thats about how often you should change them

[@GroundhogzGarage]

@@aq4316 I change the oil on all my vehicles every 10k. Mobil 1 or Amsoil. 2005 Tahoe 160k, 2004 Chevy Trailblazer 160k, 2009 Pontiac G8 V6 190k and all run perfectly and burn no oil.

[@ericdolby1622]

Chevy LS motors are the same if you change the oil.

[@hoarbaby]

@@aq4316 no they won’t. When you’re using amsoil and a good filter, you can easily go into the 10-15k miles range.

[@kevinwiltshire2217]

One of the most reliable V8 ever made and best sounding induction noise

[@N4CR]

Yeah they are pretty good. Same with the 1ur but valve guides or timing related front stuff will likely need to be done eventually at higher kms.

[@zakhassan]

I think the m156 6.2 v8 might have something to say about that

[@danielel-aawar2841]

@@zakhassan that's unfortunately not true for mercedes guys

[@kennithchapman9689]

One of the most reliable No! The MOST reliable v8 EVER!!!

[@papa_pt]

@@danielel-aawar2841 the AMG 5.4 w or w/o the Kompressor is actually reliable compared to the 6.2

[@mannylupercio8194]

Just bought a 2010 ISF two days ago due to the first video you had with Tavarish. I realized I didn’t need a low mileage ISF, especially since I commute 80 miles a day normally, so that helped. Decided to pick mine up with 198k miles and never been happier! Needs a little love, but all the critical components are sound, very loud and glorious sound. Thanks!!!

[@pearldrums92]

Brother- how has your experience been up until now? Looking at one with 144k with a similar commute! 70 miles! What items needed to be addressed or what should I look at?

[@mannylupercio8194]

@@pearldrums92I ended up getting rid of it but the owner that has it lives in Iowa and commutes with it, up to about 235k miles now. A few things.. the rear bumper cover clips love to break, so it's barely noticeable but the bumpers don't always line up. Valley plates are notorious for failing but those issues are usually resolved early on. Natural wear and tear - bushings fail by that time, so if it wasn't maintained regularly, look at that. Interior likes to melt, so sometimes the dash and doors look like crap if they're not changed out. OEM suspension feels like a race car, so you usually have to change those out if you plan to daily in comfort. Honestly, overall.. they're great cars to have so long as they're taken care of, even higher miles.

[@mannylupercio8194]

@@pearldrums92 Also note, except for the valley plate, nothing else is a "HAVE TO" do item. It's just preference.

[@bobl8687]

I've been looking one myself, they are actually going up in price in my area. Had the original '01 IS300 after college... still love the IS.

[@193322009]

I wish we had more Lexus mechanics like Jared. I would definitely take my 2011 ISF to him. He has a great disposition and working within such tight constraints, he still manages a smile.

[@benvolio28]

Now I see how he gets so much done, there's at least 3 Jareds working at once!

[@slowdailys]

My Lexus IS350's Engine just went out at 220k Miles, think the Previous Owner didn't take care of it. Had it for a about 7-8 months and always did oil Changes every 3k miles with Castrol GTX High Mileage Oil & Toyota Oil Filter. She just started Knocking, so now I'm saving. The saddest start of a Year for me in my 21 Years of Life 😪

[@rogerbussiii]

Watching u with your dog while im out on my patio with my 2 dogs... what a way to spend a lazy Monday afternoon..

[@marlo_a6861]

Finally somebody that does an actual close to step by step work on an ISF... thank you man one of the most informational IsF videos

[@alirezahamze5166]

He gives me an amazing vibe. An awesome dude with a lot of talent and a cute doggo. what more do you want ?

[@markchip1]

You & Freddy really seem to have your time-lapse music selection down to a fine art! Love it!! & the time-lapses too!!!

[@awilsonf]

That beat at 14:55 though... 😎

[@JohnDoe-zr6bk]

He has a great producer. He featured on a previous Jhonny Rev Vid. Jared is not the video cutting and mastering guy...

[@RyanBuskirk]

I love Jared. He just seems like an overall stand-up human.

[@chrishayes3861]

My wife's 08 RX 350 has 240k miles. I just changed the original Lexus battery after 12 years and a tune up from original plugs and coils. It's our second Lexus, she flipped and rolled her first, going 71 mph and walked away without a scratch.

[@DocMackGarage]

Your dog is sooooo cute. You are right, she was supervising you and making sure you are safe.

[@djbhe]

I love my 1998 Lexus GS 400 V8 with 221000 miles. It's silver with chrome rims grey leather interior no rips leaks or rust and it drives like a new car. I'm never going to sell it.

[@ultimaterenesis9771]

Let's all just agree the dog was the best supervisor!! 💯💯

[@mrmcbeardy9268]

they always are... Especially the bestest of the goodest doggos 👌🐶

[@kerrylewis2581]

Having a pet with you when working alone really helps pass the time and at times keeps your frustration level down when things just don't go your way.

[@lloydcc]

Totally needs a raise. More cookies

[@LiTenUpADP]

The definition of 'immensely wet' has changed through the years - kind of like the definition of 'phone'. If this were an aircooled VW, this is called 'dry'.

[@alexlopez5800]

Own a 2010 isf and I have to say that it puts a smile on my face once you smoke other cars. Great vid!

[@Bigbrunibelow]

You say that till you go against an sti off the line and he launches hard as fuck on you 😂

[@alexlopez5800]

@@Bigbrunibelow I doubt it

[@AngelAdrian563]

@@Bigbrunibelow an sti🤣

[@-Zelo]

@@Bigbrunibelow then it blows a head gasket and the ISF passes right on by ;)

[@dankchron1617]

chris bruni doesn’t matter how hard a stock sti launches it can launch at redline and it will still get smoked after 60mph. The isf can easily keep up with a stock sti from a dig. Even if a sti is fbo a fbo isf will still beat it. The isf motor will outlast that shitty EJ motor as well LOL

[@larryjohnson2709]

I gotta get me one those! Great video. Lexus/Toyota seems to overbuild their engines. I had a gs400 with 300k on it. Leaky valve covers were about the extent of the problems at that mileage. Glad to know these ISFs can hold up as I will be buying a high mileage one soon myself.

[@freestyleskyline]

I appreciate the realistic "stuff doesn't always go perfectly" aspect of your video. Sucks you couldn't get it all done right then, but it's real life. Youre very knowledgeable and you explain it in way most people should be able to follow. Great video

[@corymiller1618]

I owned a 3rd gen IS350. Your videos have convinced me the 2nd gen IS-F is what I really need n

[@martinliehs2513]

Recently bought a mint condition 2011 IS250 with about 50,000 miles on the clock. About half the engine as the legendary IS-F, but still a nice driving car.

[@zachvasquez2033]

If you have a Mini-inductor, the dust shield on any Lexus rear wheel bearing (rear wheel drive vehicles) is super easy to put on. Just heat it up till it glows and it will fall into place. Next thing you need to is check for a coolant leak from the valley plate under the intake manifold.

[@philtucker1224]

Toyota/Lexus quality is so damn good. My wife has just done 8,000 miles in her 2019 and now won’t entertain any other make (after six Mercs in a row)....- that’s got to be some recommendation don’t you think? Stay safe buddy, good channel.

[@MurlocRacing]

wow that motor is clean inside! Good info on preloading control arms, hadn't thought of that.

[@smitty_schmitz]

Sweet video!! Been looking at a sporty daily to compliment my lifted LX470 and the ISF has been a top pick! Can’t wait to pick one up.

[@josephamaro1326]

Jared you're awesome, thank you sir, great video. Car Trek 3!!! They're getting 3 seasons done when Grand Tour can't even finish the second episode for the season 😳

[@rowejason]

I own a 220,000 mile IS F and the “oil consumption” is real, at 185,000 or so I thought it was just wear but looked one day and seen the high pressure pump gaskets were both gone. I need to do this

[@rondail5675]

I am amazed how people like you have the patience to work on this tedious taks. I use to enjoy car repairs, not any more.

[@jdamore44]

Wow, that motor looks amazing. I wish the previous owner on my M3 would have taken care of it. It was pretty damn Bronze and sludgy after only 120k. Damn PO's.

[@chrismartin6544]

I’ve been a Lexus junkie since we bought our first one 15 years ago we have never bought a new one we always find a 2 to 4 model year old with low miles w3 have been very lucky our latest is a 2017 RX430 with 17k miles. The best part is most people that spend new Lexus $ take very good care or their cars.

[@danielkoontz6732]

Cool man, but... you mean the RX350 or the 400h? I don't think... there is a 430

[@chrismartin6544]

@@danielkoontz6732 your right my dyslexia gets me all the time lol

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

Blown away how clean it is under the cover, I'm also blown away at certain parts of my 335 000miles audi a8l . It was supposed to be a part car but the thing is impressively good shape

[@leroyr5334]

I don't comment much here but I wanted to let you know I really enjoy this channel.Thank you

[@zachfitzgerald883]

So I see the RR Racing intake. My buddy used to work there. The procharger setup they sell for these is a really good upgrade

[@pkt1213]

Wife: Where were you? Me: I was at the shop. Had to spend the night because I didn't have a ride ride home. Had to wait for parts. Wife: Your shop is across the yard. Me: 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@uphill248]

lol 😆

[@mikekozi-lester3887]

Hi Jared nice car and workmanship!!! Love the video 📹!!! Glad the parts came when they did !! Hope to see some upcoming stuff

[@jrbuch]

My brother has a 2010 IS-F... And we're planning on taking it on a 5 day roadtrip to the mountains (we're based on the East Coast of Australia). Nice video, thanks :-) very informative.

[@TheQuestionableGarage]

Enjoy the trip! They get great economy if you can stay light on the go stick.

[@jrbuch]

@@TheQuestionableGarage They sure do... my daily is a 2011 IS350 F-Sport, and the IS-F's economy so far has been as good if not better.

[@soltastic]

Jared: What do you think? Doggo: It's borked

[@manowaari]

Amazing proof that good quality synthetic motor oil/oli changes and good use of engine (operating temperature) will keep it in good shape.

[@cppctek]

every time i see this it makes me think . MAN I WISH I HAD BOUGHT AN ISF INSTEAD OF MY IS350 :( X 100000 UGGGH, MAN if id just not been lazy and driven the distance id have had one. the values of them keep going up it seems like too dont get me wrong i loveeeeeeee this build!! im so happy to see you doing stuff to your isf and showing us how amazing this lexus platform is! it truly is the best platform imo, luxary and reliable power

[@prvideos8229]

All I know the ISF has a lot of “CRUNCHY” 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@N4CR]

Check around 20:05 on you'll see a leak on your drivers side likely from the hoses above.. can see the liquid spraying in the air. Also on your plastic covers..

[@TheLabyrinth60]

the goodest girl edit: i wanna see Jared shoehorn himself in that Lotus

[@jeffreis5194]

Lol same

[@ahhh6201]

very helpful girl

[@mturner221]

Right about 6:20 shows how romantic the use of a slide hammer can be

[@edgaralvarez6855]

Awesome video! Those Toyota’s will run forever if you maintain them 🔥💪🏼

[@SwampusMcGarniglus]

as an 06 is350 owner, i appreciate this video. I already have those upper control arms and theyre wonderful

[@Sovereign86]

Loving the host/editor frienemy synergy!😂👌🏾

[@balancemode4112]

I also own 2008 ISF I LOVE IT with 150’000km no issues whatsoever

[@danielkoontz6732]

Hey Jared, so the dust shield is a one time use part. It's far easier to go ahead and just break it out of there and then install a new one. The easiest way to install a new one is to heat the new shield with a map gas torch until it is bright red hot and then just slide it in there. Though, this does require the sensor to be removed, which it looks like you managed it all anyways.

[@TheQuestionableGarage]

Thankfully a southern car doesn't have the same severe corrosion and they are reusable

[@USN_RayneMan]

The music in this one reminds me of the good old Macgyver theme.

[@davemundy7237]

I must admit watching this video has made me realise actually how good Lexus are, I drive a CT200h and it just never goes wrong !!

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

Thanks for introducing the Lexus IS-F. It is a beast. Had no idea.

[@IBullZeyeI]

as a newly Acquired ISF owner myself this is amazing to see and gives me high hopes for mine with 158k miles lol

[@billholt7603]

Love your videos, Jared. I look forward to seeing you either in this site or with Tavarish. Your explanations are top-notch, and I admire you for your love of your pup.

[@Patrick94GSR]

14:58 halfway expected that song to be Funky Town 😂😂😂

[@LazyDaysPlays]

came for the wrenching stayed for the doggo!

[@motheolebelo]

Awesome work Jared Engine looks fresh inside wow

[@christophersparkman]

KZbin getting wayyy too comfortable with these double ads! 😠 Great video, Jared! 👍

[@shooteam8023]

my 2008 IS-F, 170 000 km - no any issues. Love this car!

[@MuhammadTayyab-iv4rd]

220k miles and that engine seems like it just break in.....shout out to lexus for such quality .✨✨👏🏽👏🏽

[@baaablacksheep4003]

Great content and knowledge what kind of wheels and spec you running on Lexus ?

[@mrmrmrcaf7801]

My buddy's 2007 Lexus IS 220d has allmost 400k km and runs like a champ.

[@carholic-sz3qv]

Is it in europe? Those diesel lexus are very rare

[@Krzysztof_88]

That's the worst engine ever used by Lexus

[@GE-Kang]

what sort of oil are you using and oil filter ? this is super clean man.Sorry another question that I want to know is service intervals.Cheers

[@SUPASLY75]

Impressive wrench work!!

[@ashishpatel350]

Better than the m3 of that generation.

[@kaetos03]

Or the M5... of that generation

[@Krzysztof_88]

Both M3 and ISF are great cars, but M3 is better

[@joealex65]

@@Krzysztof_88 At least the ISF is reliable 😂😂

[@alexlopez5800]

@@Krzysztof_88 you do know that the isf was specifically made to beat the m3? Right? It's a good car, but you can easily always mod and tune the engine to beat modern BMW

[@memememine1]

Both are excellent cars and I have great respect for both engineers at Lexus F and BMW M. Both managed to deliver exciting small front engine rear drive 4 door sedans with high revving naturally aspirated v8. The Lexus was developed under a smaller budget than the bmw and I think it was more of a skunk works project. They didn't have as much leway to modify the body in white. Thus they spent most of their time on a then revolutionary 8 speed automatic and the bulletproof 5.0 v8. The Lexus is more reliable and the ultimate daily. But the bmw is the better drivers car. When best motoring test driver Hattori drove them head to head the bmw was the clear better driving car. He states his impressions around the 12 minute mark. He gives praise to the m3s turn in response , rear stability and overall chassis refinement. For the Lexus in contrast, he praised the electronic aids. Later on in the race, the m3 passes the isf around the outside of the second to the last corner at Tsukaba. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHe1poGXn7p2lZY

[@pkt1213]

A ton of Moog stuff for toyota is made by 555. If you are on good terms with your AutoZone one of the supliers for Duralast buys 555 parts as well. I go dig around until I can find OEM parts.

[@KudaMuda]

"Get out there and enjoy your car." Jared speaks the truth!

[@kwang-o]

Could you have tried putting in AT-205 into the engine oil before replacing the gaskets?

[@geoffreygunawan]

I'm seeing the same oil seepage on my isf. Did you experience any smoke coming out of the exhaust when stepping on the gas pedal aggressively? I'm curious what is the estimated cost of repair for a valve gasket replacement. Awesome video BTW.

[@chrisshand8330]

20:10 one the driver side bank it looked like something was spraying out at the back??

[@AWordFromMrJones]

Love it, keep it coming. Inspiring me to spend sometime restoring my IS250.

[@BA-ht8bg]

Great video. love my isf, mine has 106k miles, only thing had to replace was AC/heater blower, other than that no problems whatsoever.

[@ralphlazio505]

Scotty Kilmer would’ve TOSSED that ‘beauty cover’ as far as the eye could see 🤣😂😅

[@BjornFSE]

@12:32 MK3 JZA70 I want i want I want It 😮🤯😵🥴🤓❤ lol, loved the ending, you didn't look silly 😂

[@mikebiron7339]

Hey Jarrad, you and Freddie should hire me to keep site 2 and site 1 going while you all are out filming and doing the PR of KZbin. I can keep the builds going, maintenance, and otherwise. Cheers!

[@canmtb4676]

Cute white golden ! Hate changing a wheel bearing, since i don’t have a press tool, ended up changing a whole knuckle with new bearing on my 300k miles Lexus.

[@RandomGuyDan]

During the Johnny build I was skeptical about the extreme angles of the steering shaft. I would have been happy to be wrong, but I am glad you are fixing that.

[@hydrocarbon82]

Best thing you can do for an engine is occasional spirited driving to heat the engine up. Heat is what burns off moisture in the oil, which then steam-cleans the internals.

[@on-site4094]

Try tracking a 200k mile German car Without spending a shit load of $$$. hats off to Lexus. And Jared Dwayne the video editor owns an Isf

[@CLCIII]

If only I could figure out how to work in fast forward like your videos I could get so much done. I would love to have you as a friend and neighbor Jared!

[@NightMahar]

The easiest maintenance, oil changes every 5,000.

[@1up_heath804]

Did anyone else notice when he checked for leaks on the driverside just after starting it there was some sprinkles or something that looked fluid like go across the screen?

[@henkdevries8346]

Yes, same here, I think it is leaking.

[@echo-kb2th]

Yes I saw the same thing

[@AlexKubacki]

Yeah, and it looks like you can see it all over the plastic cover on that driver side fender area

[@TopRawMen]

Can you share the link the wheel bearings?

[@acrepairnearme]

ISF is a GREAT CONTENT! Big Fan Auditory!

[@borazga]

What oil do you use ? Is it The factory one ?

[@diddlethepoodle4812]

my favorite mechanic on youtube.. id love to hang out with Jared and spend time working on cars. pyrra also. 😂

[@LiquidRetro]

We need to get you a headlamp. Glad your making these

[@msiraco]

Oh, now I know what my next car will be. Thanks Jared!

[@droidtigger]

I think I missed the whole of the rear wheel bearing replacement because I was too busy looking at the good doggo's reflection.

[@ichnafi8512]

You have a great dog channel with awesome car related intermissions 😁

[@B17a1_gsr]

Video is so informative just for general mechanics, SUBSCRIBED!!!

[@TCreatorO]

"Just drive them hard... and chsnge the oil" The Italian/dominican tuneup 🤣😂🤣😂

[@Adam__B]

What ramps were those? That’s definitely something I need for my lowered car!