Lexus IS-F V8 | Is This Sleeper a Real M3 Killer?

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Hey guys! We hope you enjoyed this quick drive/review of this 2008 Lexus IS-F given to us by our good friends over at Lucky 8 Auto. With a 5.0L V8 under the hood sending power to the rear wheels, this is basically our dream sleeper sedan in this market. When the IS-F was released, it was directly targeting the BMW M3 and Mercedes C63 AMG. How does it hold up to the stiff competition? Let's find out.
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[@RoadsUntraveled]

It's basically the perfect sleeper daily with over 400hp... :D Be sure to checkout Lucky 8 Auto on Instagram! instagram.com/luckyeightjdm/?hl=en

[@hamsterbrigade]

Can you get a hold of a 2011+ model? The suspension changes make it like 8 seconds faster on some raceways, that's a metric ton of a difference.

[@Phatstuph787]

I've driven a 2008 and I just bought a 2011 ISF and the suspension difference is quite noticeable, along with the addition of the LSD. Not nearly as harsh or bouncy.

[@ItsMikeArre]

Roads Untraveled to Marcus how where was the shift lever or did u only use the paddles ?

[@b58forever]

Roads Untraveled isf is not a sleeper. Actually I believe is overpriced and overrated as fuck...

[@AzureFuremu]

500hp daily, 8 speed shifts like a modern dual clutch, gets 25mpgs, looks amazing, comes with a bulletproof drivetrain. With mild modification breaks into 11's. Do i need say more? Proud owner of a 2012.

[@dongyan8717]

DimsumVS how you get it to 500?

[@Zeiretto]

@@dongyan8717 Most owners get to 500 (or close) with full exhaust, headers (PPE, RR Racing, Sikky, etc), intake and tune.

[@dongyan8717]

Nice which Intake?

[@josephasencio9272]

@@dongyan8717 RR-Racing Tuned Intake, which is a heat-shielded and carbon fiber cold-air system for better air flow. I have it to compliment my full race exhaust and love it!

[@RohanSanjith]

@@dongyan8717 price??

[@sizzirup3476]

This car is miles ahead of both the M3 and C63 AMG in terms of overall package. The 2011 model received a suspension revision and was faster than the AMG and tied/beat the M3 on many tracks. Plus this car is both more rare and reliable than the other cars. (btw I haven't seen one person complain about the transmission, it's even very fast without being a DCT by today's standards, plus it was way ahead of it's time as it was the world's first 8 speed transmission.

[@CodeMonkeyUnicorns]

I'm an ISF owner. I have tracked and raced my car. I've beaten M3 and C63s, and I've been beaten by them. At this point it's in the driver's skill and not on machine. The difference is my car has literally never been to the shop for anything other than oil, tires and brakes. My last bmw was in the shop half the time. I daily drive it and track it. It's a sports car with the reliability of a Camry. Sure it doesn't turn that many heads but it's a car you get for yourself. I don't think these will depreciate that much. My year only had 139 imported into the US. It's not that desirable car but overtime as others crash this rarity will kick in.

[@stefanfreestylez]

Samir Mirani what bmw did u own idk why everyone keeps saying in the shop..? Lol other than changing diff oil which takes like 5 seconds of ur time to do have had no toruble with e92 m3 for 34k km... Btw the lowkey part is actually a good thing when u gotta lose the cops youll be happy it blends in

[@AlliKhat718]

Exactly why I'm looking at an ISF! But all my friends have bmws, so I wanted to be different. lmao

[@SZJA]

@@stefanfreestylez BMWs are always in the shop lol mostly from the cooling system failing all the time to multiple parts breaking at once.

[@stefanfreestylez]

@@SZJA i know im always in every few years replacing coils what crappy cars :^(. Lol dude depending on which one you buy they can be extremely reliable. My tuned m5 has had zero issues in past 2 and a bit years. I can list all the cars and their issues for you if you want. With km and everything. Theyre alot better than you think.

[@Adamsbrown81]

The styling on this thing is excellent. When you said it was a ten year old car, I couldn't believe it. Also that stacked exhaust 😍

[@agenttickle6412]

For 10 year old cars, I gotta say Acura TL is still the killer.

[@jeanyoung3824]

which one and what year? the TL-S?

[@agenttickle6412]

2004 - 2008, they all look good, and almost the same, and yea especially the type s 2008.

[@user-ki1vd3ti8j]

was surprised too

[@panda51829able]

I've been watching your videos since the start, every video gets better. Your production, your editing your intros your blending etc. love the great work keep it up ! 🏎😎

[@RoadsUntraveled]

:D

[@6SLeGM]

In an old 2008 comparison between the C63, the M3, and the IS F the C63 went to 60 in 4.1 seconds while the M3 and IS F got there in 4.3 seconds. They tied in the quarter mile but the IS F got away with a 2 mph higher trap speed. The 2012 version outgrips the Mercedes (0.95 g) but below the M3 (0.97 g). the 2012 version tied the M3 (but outgripped it) and beat the C63 around Mt's figure-eight (M3: 24.8 seconds @ 0.76 g), (IS F: 24.8 seconds @ 0.79 g) , (C63: 24.9 seconds @ 0.78 g). The IS F was the middleweight (3817 lbs) while the M3 was the lightest (3652 lbs) and the C63 being the heaviest (4004 lbs). So pretty much here, you've got similar performance. Research the rest.

[@dadelives1]

No it's not a m3 killer or c63 amg killer when it comes to power or handling. BUT!!! it kills them when it comes to reliability with low maintenance cost and the interior is age less compared to the other two especially the Benz I have owned one!

[@dadelives1]

And not to mention @ 5:35 he is missing a lug nut that easily took 5hp away 😂😂

[@ChrisGiovenco]

The wheels are directional as well and the fronts are on the wrong sides.

[@user-hr2zy7ct8h]

that would explain why it's bouncy

[@Euphorica]

Backyard production the interior is shit

[@christopheryeo8534]

Euphorica in your opinion.

[@BiscuitsnTea]

i bought this and the rcf a few days ago ive only driven them both for ten minutes till my xbox controller died 😂

[@zomski101]

You buy an isf, lease an m3 and rent an amg.

[@oscarb9755]

zomski101 ayy!

[@RK1FX]

zomski101 you buy a c63 and slap an IPE exhaust on it and shut every broke ass shallow pocket smartass.... if you have 85k usd to spemd on a car you can afford service repairs

[@JLAudio76]

if I have 85K to spend on a car I'm getting a hellcat or Audi RS5

[@Shadow-lq7rx]

85k I'm buying a slightly used gtr and smoking everyone

[@b58forever]

zomski101 rent an amg? I would buy an amg. Otherwise I rather walk...

[@luigynkaren062011]

i will definitely try and get one of these next year, love lexus!!

[@ipeldzius]

Great review & camera work👌 First time on the chanel & I love it! Awesome!

[@nicebergslim]

i loove the cinematic shots of the forest and the IS F itself, great video

[@TK-mh8dn]

Understatement at its best! I love that lexus! And the sound is just amazing 😍

[@georgealtezza5235]

Amazing work! Keep it up!

[@angry.8]

Another great video, not enough reviews on the isf. Looks like a great car around town and long road trips.

[@clubracer6]

First time watching a video of yours. Nicely done.

[@rrrr7659]

M what? Give me a proper NA V8 with Toyota reliability.

[@alex_de_tampa]

IS-F is one of my favorite cars . This video does it justice (:

[@shiftautomotive854]

Will be getting this car soon, can not wait!

[@triggerfresh]

I love my ISF and have mass respect for my competitors👌🏼

[@diltzm]

5:35 where'd the lug nut go lol

[@dbased1915]

It couldn't handle all that power

[@VStanced]

an epic car for sure! I'm considering this as my next car after my Z4C :) Great review.

[@johnE46M]

Hey Walter. Thanks for clarifying. So it's induction noise. That's nice.

[@FalconXE302]

One of these has been on my radar for the last 5 years or so... have also been waiting for the prices to come to where I can meet them more easily.

[@StarJoker2]

Love Lexus v8s, been driving Lexus LS since high school , great reliability. hopefully they'll make an LS-F or LC-F in the future too :)

[@sammelo9823]

Aaron L LS 500 F-Sport, 2018 84k AWD, go get it

[@MarkCalica]

What the heck?... I'm currently on the market for this car and you guys made a video... awesome

[@KevinMinato]

Great to see you in the drivers seat again Marcus!

[@valdaviper1]

Just picked up mine in October and really do love it, even if it's an 08. They are gems in the used car market when you can find them for just under $30k, and only see them once a month if that compared to M/AMG cars. Very few issues with these and they make great daily drivers. Can't beat 21mpg combined/28mpg highway, and very easy maintenance schedule. I came from owning G37's, C5 Vette, Mini, Miata, WRX and a few other cars and have to say the F is my favorite. I do miss the manual life, but the 8 speed is surprisingly good and can be as easy as an LS/ES Lexus, or as quick and hard as any DSG. Perfect blend of luxury, performance, reliability and rarity. I do wish there was a wider aftermarket, but then again there were only like 5k of these made. Backseat is pretty small as well and I do feel the looks have dated a bit, but overall a great car compared to several new sports cars. Hell it's still slightly faster than a brand new Q50/Q60RS or 5.0 and isn't any slower than a brand new GSF. Check out my exhaust vid to see a clip of mine.

[@Slickpete83]

how does this ISF handle in corners and how's the steering feel , can u feel the heavy weight of the car ?

[@godfatherNYC]

You nailed what's great about this car.

[@Notenoughhairspray]

This is something really special 🤩

[@syedzain8603]

Maaaaaaaaan Canada is Beautiful.

[@hen555]

Syed Zain this in BC?

[@syedzain8603]

hen555 yeah

[@zman_autos6091]

BC is expensive af though

[@dogetothemoon223]

If you've never been to BC the video won't do it justice. You have to experience for yourself how amazing it is.

[@Maserati7200]

Eh!

[@2R1V3R]

I'm soo...... deep in love with this car.. omg 😍😍😍 I need her in my life..

[@georgipopov8989]

Nice video edit, constructive verdict of the car... another fancy Japanese-biased car channel! U nailed it bro!

[@icecubeWSC]

I've actually test driven this very car through Vancouver. Rides a little harsh, but this car at over 150K still felt pretty healthy.

[@gsheverything_2716]

icecubeWSC it's a 154kms not Miles, he told me

[@icecubeWSC]

Yup

[@TheChriskahn]

Driving my 2011 with JoeZ exhaust and intake today. Cannot go wrong with an isF

[@ogmechsftw]

I think I bought this exact car a couple weeks ago. It had 195k on it when I bought it, but it runs and drives wonderfully. does need a little TLC but man is it FUN

[@straight_intro]

this car is sick! love it!

[@brianach1817]

You've almost convinced me to buy one. I've had a C63 P31, M3...thinking of a more reliable bulletproof DD

[@muaythai193]

What about the bouncy suspension? Stock? Is it bad or would you still recommend it for daily commutes?

[@Brsrafal]

any lexus is a special car all levels above other cars just scream quality

[@jpxmodz]

Love my reliable F. 0:30 155,000K and still running strong ;)

[@erikgonzalez2278]

JPx MODz 155k holy shit.

[@jpxmodz]

Erik Gonzalez Not mine! lol My IS-F has 79,000Km

[@elitegamingz5482]

Are you in Ontario, and selling a ISF right now? I've seen that badge in an ad for one here.

[@jamesbaldiuno8349]

1:59 okay where is this road located? The view just looks amazing

[@alexsartor63]

Where is that long straight stretch of road located? Looks amazing.

[@MrJonathanlopez100]

Alex Sartor darude sandstorm

[@bxmichaelbx]

I work at Lexus San Diego and I driven the ISF. It is a fun car to take for a spin. I think it's easier to drift with the ISF than the RCF

[@gsheverything_2716]

man, I lovvvvvvvvvvvve this car yo, I saw 3 in 4 years, in 4 years, I saw more Lamborghinis, GTRs in that timeframe, what a great sedan to have, if a person has the means....

[@civilizeddelinquent563]

These cars really grew on me when Steve Meade (SMD) introduced his two IS-F's. Underrated no doubt.

I didn't know he had 2

[@civilizeddelinquent563]

K M If you go waaaayyy back in his videos, he had first bought a white ISF but it ended up getting wrecked.

You sure that wasn't an IS350? I could have sworn it was an IS350

[@edgararellano6143]

white ISX50 then bough the black ISF.

[@Svtcobra60]

I have a 2016 RCF with Borla exhaust. The sound is absolutely amazing. If you were in the New York area I'd say we could possibly set something up for a drive. But I assume you are nowhere near there.

[@imdevonur]

Svtcobra60 He's in British Columbia

[@judahsoyonov5976]

Svtcobra60 I’m getting a isf with a borla exhaust most probably next week I’m from brooklyn if you wanna go for a drive hit me up

[@user-qx4yl5nd6u]

My isF has bubbles in the coolant tank but there’s no overheat u think it’s the valley plate?

[@TeamRocketRaze]

I have an ISF same color and its an amazing car. Best I've ever owned hands down. NO way I'd trade it in for some junk BMW

[@evanverdoorn3532]

Is it a quad exhaust tho? I saw one last year and like the bottom two tips just had holes in them on the bottom

[@itsabe11]

Damn that car is beautiful

[@Birmingham_racing]

Last sleeper they made was the Toyota aristo which was basically Lexus gs300 with the 2jz twin turbo engine

[@andreakatickles3131]

That's definitely not the factory racing suspension on that ISF bouncing around like that. I own the 08 Isf as well and it doesn't bounce around

[@aqsaad.ismail]

The best sleeper was the Toyota Aristo V300/Lexus GS300-430, Unfortunately the Lexus versions were both NA engine. The Aristo had the mighty 2JZ-GTE, under such an unsuspecting body.

[@BCJDM]

This car daily driver goals.

[@newbiedebater]

Any chance you could jump in an E55 AMG and E39 M5? I'm between these 3 cars right now...

[@yohan-electwordofguardthem9173]

*☀That'$ a piece/peace of art🛫 craft add~knowledgy🌞and Security🗺from thee most Dicipline AUTOMOBILE Manufacturer on earth Keep Leading LEXUS🌌*

[@DTDuncanT]

Is that Golden Ears Park and Pitt Lake? :P

[@TheBPJo]

@0:24 there went Chris from B is for Build in his FJ Cruiser! :D

[@kathmandun8749]

beautiful car

[@sammygoris]

Good review mate, good points, good shots love it. However, the music.. my goodness it was so off-putting. I felt like I was in high-school or some shit. Just my opinion of course. But I think you remove some of your viewers with such strong youth orientated music in there. Maybe its just the vocal pitch stuff. I dunno. Otherwise keep it up! Love the ISF. Love the sound. Wish it crackled and popped more!

[@stefanfreestylez]

How do they release the rcf after having made this thing lol taking steps backwards it seems the germans are 10 steps ahead regarding performance now

[@CMunoz-nw5bp]

I’m gonna own one, I promise . the car of my dreams .

[@FATmenDRIVEtrucks]

You get one?

[@Krezo200]

What is going on?? Im thinking about switching from 335i e92 to is f and suddenly so many videos about the is f pop up I already thought that when i saw matts review!

[@TheJMedia]

Have always been a fan of the ISF! Love how reliable and stealthy they look!

[@curseknight5]

Is that somewhere in Pitt Meadows... or Golden Ears.....?

[@g35shawn]

always loved the isf. but those are not quad exhaust, there just exhaust tips.

[@plujmoto8744]

If only you were able to get a cleaner example to review. Lucky 8 is a joke, many of their vehicles have been in huge accidents and repaired badly. CTV did an investigation on them before. Super sketchy dealership...

[@penvon]

Pluj Moto Yea & their cars are overpriced as well.I wouldn't go near that place to purchase any vehicle.

[@leroyjenkins6809]

The tires are mounted wrong 😂😂

[@blacklabel1987]

Throwing coffee all over his friend's car at 8:52

[@patrickpangilinan5212]

I think you're missing out one bolt at the front tire passenger side

[@ForTehNguyen]

you can get enormous gains on this car with I/H/E + tune, almost 100 rwhp. Its very neutered from the factory

[@rajdhir919]

Can you do a new Lexus RcF review?

[@ValenNitto]

How many miles was on it?

[@eco8gator]

Just got 50kmi on my 2012....love it. It's fast enough, it's reliable, it looks good and the engine sounds amazing. Yeah it's not the best sports sedan but it's still damn good.

[@KraziAzn2]

Beat my friend's stock M3 from a dig and a 20MPH roll.

[@nungkilaksana6169]

does this use turbo?

[@BlackStar844]

It would need a twin turbo v8 to compete. I don't see the point of comparing n/a vs boost. Also needs more agressive styling but i guess it would take away from the sleeper look.

[@RoadsUntraveled]

I was comparing it to two other 4-door sedans both of which also have NA V8s.

[@emanuelortiz7100]

This would be the perfect daily

[@TheDonpawli]

The interior details are made of Kevlar fiber , not a fake carbon fiber. It’s also ultra lightweight, properly stiff and a bit expensive 😉

[@LorandHungary]

I want to buy an IS-F as my first car , which year should i go for?

[@shiftautomotive854]

Lorand Bene 2011

[@pakigangsta5]

funny how I am JUST looking to buy a used isf since its the reliable M35 alternative

[@watchere]

6 years later, it is real carbon fiber!

[@sdstang01]

OMG! Marry me! Actually, been wanting to get at an IS F and now is the time.

[@alex_de_tampa]

Still waiting for a turbo IS300 review.

[@BrianSmith-si4zd]

Wow its missing a wheel nut on the rf

[@jgoncalodm]

Had to literally go through a BMW ad before this very video...

[@christiansotterley3805]

Missing a lugnut at 5:35

[@cherisebaird4447]

1st 8spd trans ever made

[@bjornsama9649]

I like these. but I wish they came in a manual trans.

[@newsloopnet]

soo goood

[@giulianodimurro1638]

Best car li have ever owned and l had some great cars

[@SilverLightningXV]

Anyone know the song?

[@davidperrett7262]

Lovely old motor. I own a 2013 is300h but this beast makes my wimpy 2.5 litre 4 cylinder hybrid seem a bit lame.

[@SlickRick214]

that's my dream daily to beat on ever since it came out. They're still worth 25k$-30k $ which I think it's still pricey

[@Mike-jk8hj]

25-30k, doesnt seem too bad for what you're getting. I Wonder how they'll depreciate over next few years though, not very familiar with lexus

[@pakigangsta5]

ricardo rocha yeah dude been eyeing them for a few years. this dude in my area was $33k for an 08 they crazy over here

[@MrQTabEnter]

Intro song anyone.. it's one also at 5:33 ?

[@jasonl5589]

that's nearly 95k miles... Damn Lexus

[@rostahang1341]

is 250 2008 AWD more than 10k miles No Problem at all.. change the tire and brake that all the most reliable car i ever drive

[@kingdrosive4102]

1:18 That’s creepy..my 08 is250 has the exact same mileage 😬

[@MrHav1k]

154k miles.... no problems. I love Lexus. The reliability can't be beat. The only thing with their cars is that they tend to be a bit slower, heavier, and less fuel efficient than their competitors.

[@RoadsUntraveled]

+TheHvk 154,000 kms. Not miles

[@willthecardude6900]

154k miles is barely broken in for your average car. There are 2000 tauruses with 200k on them. People act like lexus is automatically more reliable when in reality it mostly depends on how the car was taken care of. A neglected toyota won't last nearly as long as a taken care of e46.

[@radio9730.]

+William Brown Lets not compare apples to oranges...

[@willthecardude6900]

im not, my point is that most notoriously unreliable cars can be just as reliable with maintenance. and a lexus wont be reliable if it hasnt been maintained.

[@radio9730.]

+William Brown By making such statements you are comparing apples to oranges. You have to consider all things equal, including vehicle care. Not to mention, fit of the materials, quality of materials, features provided, etc. A lot of cars nowadays can make it to 200k miles, that is not a problem for most drivetrain. Its things like the wiring for example, that are more prone to less reliability on some makes than other. A 2000's Taurus has about as much wiring as a '90s Nokia phone, so there's less to break. A 2000's Mercedes can have over a dozen computers alone controlling different functions. That's what breaks.