Nice review. The car doesn't shift automatically back into first gear because it has enough torque to start in 2nd gear. That's better for fuel economy.
@bdmr_isf6 жыл бұрын
Peak Time Racing then why even is there a 1. Gear?
@urbansoundscapes77346 жыл бұрын
In sports mode 'paddle shift' you are simply selecting the highest gear the autobox will select. Therefore when you start from standstill the car will start in 1st although the display shows 2nd. It's nice to have but most of the time I just leave it in 'D' because the manual shift is a bit too slow. My car has done 135,000 miles from new and still feels tight - if you look after them the IS will give you many years of trouble free motoring :)
@midnightmystery5445 жыл бұрын
Good for stop and go traffic!
@gaffnaldo14 жыл бұрын
@@urbansoundscapes7734 absolutely right, saved me a comment. Got one myself at 110k, drives like butter and cream
@agillman81054 жыл бұрын
Actually it is supposed to, one you come to a full and complete stop. Unless you are in snow mode. Mine does.
@Martin-we1rm5 жыл бұрын
2.5L v6's were used because they are smoother and don't go into high RPM's as much which gives it a more quality feel.
@SexyBulldozerMan6 жыл бұрын
you could go get a new mazda 6 now and your dad's old lexus is still a better car.
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
SexyBulldozerMan I disagree.
@forc3ofxf3ar515 жыл бұрын
GemmyD on Cars Lexus IS a proven brand, Mazda’s “skyactive” tech isn’t. It’s better than what ford put in them that’s for sure tho. But still the IS250 isn’t better than a M6 but a IS350 is
@youarenotsafe22154 жыл бұрын
GemmyD on Cars will prefer lexus over mazda anyday.
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
I disagree.
@kevinkyzer8133 жыл бұрын
Is250 is a good car 205 hp many people focus on the is350 having 306hp being the deciding factor, however the is350 is the better car do to the fact it has multi port fuel injection combined with direct injection whereas the is250 only has direct injection which has caused many of them to have engine misfires due to the valves becoming carbonized over a period of time do to the fuel injectors not spraying the back of the valves because of the lack of multi port with direct injection found on the is350, also not changing oil on time exacerbates the issue, there are also decarbionization services you can purchase. If you experience vibration and misfires it maybe to late without pulling your cylinder head and walnut blasting to correct the issue. Mazda sky active is actually a very interesting technology. Scotty Kilmer did a video on this tech. Basically you have a gasoline engine using a diesel type of combustion process allowing for more complete combustion and better fuel economy.
@michaelking45785 жыл бұрын
It would be the perfect car for anyone.
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
Hard to argue that.
@forc3ofxf3ar514 жыл бұрын
Except a tall person lol
@Martin-we1rm5 жыл бұрын
These cars still look modern in 2019.
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
It's still a good looking car, but I wouldn't go that far, don't think it's modern anymore.
@Martin-we1rm5 жыл бұрын
GemmyD on Cars “looks”. Maybe the front grill isn’t big enough 😛 the interior definitely looks it’s age.
@HUJWI4 жыл бұрын
There are still enough modifications to look it more modern like the isf bodykit, vland led lights, cluster from 2010 facelift as the center console and much more... I'm hunting an IS 250 after the IS 220d was a big disappoinment.
@AuggieG3 жыл бұрын
Thinking about getting one this year 2021. Not the most modern looking now, but it has aged well. You can't say the same from other car models from the late 2000s.
@805fillmore2 жыл бұрын
@@AuggieG i have one. a white with black tint. it looks clean as hell.
@edwardedmundson4356 Жыл бұрын
I have an 07 IS250. Wonderful car. Love everything about it. The paddle shifters are awesome in the mountains here in New Mexico.
@gaffnaldo14 жыл бұрын
I watched this review a while back, and tonight I searched for it again. Nice review, it really exemplifies the car as it truly is
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the compliment.
@aamirafzal555 жыл бұрын
I own one same as like this one 👌 Best car I ever had till date.
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, Aamir.
@oz_medias3 жыл бұрын
To explain the transmission. It is a range limit that manual shifting is supposed to be used for. It is for grades, ice, snow etc. It shows the gear LIMIT in the display. So 4 for example, it will shift auto from 1st to 4th and hold in 4th. It only goes as low as 2 in the display because 1 wouldn't be a 'range' limit. It starts in 1st and is limited to 2nd. It's explained much better, but in many more words, right in the owner's manual. That's why it doesn't respond like a dual clutch, it's not supposed to. The manual selection is just for setting a range limit, Paddles are just to kick it up or down a gear for passing, steep grades etc. It's not supposed to really be driven like a manual transmission (as a 3 series or A4 would),
@Pachi40264 жыл бұрын
perfect car for a kid in college or HS...that's some pretty high standards.
@jpthepersona3 жыл бұрын
I’m 18 and about to get this car 😂 it’s gonna be a lot of responsibility!
@mar2smooth542 жыл бұрын
@@jpthepersona same
@qlus2 жыл бұрын
not high standards they are pretty cheap now, don't see a problem with this even being a first car
@matthewsmith1547 Жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing.
@KingDrewPhilip4 жыл бұрын
I own a 2008 Lexus IS 250 , nice to say I have the title and it’s mine. Love this car. However for a teenager in high school to have it ? I disagree. They should drive their parents old Toyota or Honda , this would be pretty high standard for a snotty teenager.
@TheKherman4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you
@teban65603 жыл бұрын
Yup. I can't see my soon to be HS kid driving this nice car. I'll be passing to him my super reliable little beast '02 Honda-CRV as his first car & I might upgrade to this as my daily driver 😎
@Bibhor45 жыл бұрын
I have an 08 IS250, and it's a big jump from a Toyota Corolla. Much better comfort, less noise, much faster and handling is also much better in turns. Sound in the car is also not bad with those 13 speakers.
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
Cool man, I bet that's a sweet ride!
@bigshoots11815 жыл бұрын
is it awd? if so how's the mpg compared to corolla?
@padraigomadain66815 жыл бұрын
Good review man, you say LFA, good idea with cutaway clips, saved me searching! good video all the best
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pagraig, appreciate it. Every car needs an exhaust like the LFA.
@funkmasterjay5 жыл бұрын
It doesn't go into 1st gear because there's enough to move it. Prevents wear on the gearbox for mechanically unsympathetic drivers.
@oz_medias3 жыл бұрын
It does go into 1st. It only displays 2nd because it's a range display, it will shift from 1st to 2nd then hold in 2nd. It's not designed to emulate a manual transmission, the way a dual clutch would. If in 4, then it runs auto from 1 to 4 then holds in 4.
@traceydeanrainey4 жыл бұрын
I like a smaller luxury car myself
@GetExhausted6 жыл бұрын
always wished Lexus offered these with a manual transmission and AWD
@GemmyDonCars6 жыл бұрын
Geoff, I think you wish every car came with a manual and AWD and for that, I cannot blame you!
@kgisabeast6 жыл бұрын
The is250 actually did have a manual as an option
@GetExhausted6 жыл бұрын
Lukas it came as a manual but then you couldn’t get it as an AWD
@jessicamoreno71354 жыл бұрын
I have a is250 RWD 6 speed manual, very fun to drive, especially with traction control completely switched off 🙃
@vapeking4664 жыл бұрын
My 2006 has different mirrors no lights and also not antenna wing thing on the roof. I do love it. 2006 is250 standard shift with 215000 miles. Still runs like a top!
@visionnumber79883 жыл бұрын
My 2007 has 240,000 and still smooth, peppy and quiet. And no issues yet
@kenbina2 жыл бұрын
Great clip. If there is one thing that will prevent me from buying this car, it's that CRAMPED rear seat. For me, that is almost certainly a deal breaker because even though it wouldn't affect me much as the driver, I always consider passenger comfort in my cars. I also consider it a safety issue. I wouldn't want to be in an accident with my legs bunched up like that. Thank God some automakers are increasing the size of their cars. I also believe that defaulting to 2nd gear is supposed to give a more comfortable start. At least that was why Mercedes originally engineered their transmissions to do that. I don't know if it makes a difference. Might even save a bit of gas in the stop & go.
@Geforcepat5 жыл бұрын
+1 for the lfa clip.
@MLProductions.15 жыл бұрын
My 2003 navigator had heated and cooled seats. Just got a 07 2IS with 70k miles one owner all maintenance history. Already got a duckbill spoiler. Logo projectors for both front doors. Vland tailights
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
Cool man, hope it's a good car for you. Can't beat Japanese reliability.
@jeremyboard33362 жыл бұрын
Did yours ever have that carbon buildup issue people talk about?
@MLProductions.12 жыл бұрын
@@jeremyboard3336 no I drove it from 70k to 110k miles just had to replace an alternator. No other issues. but that sticky dash is disgusting and the reason I got rid of the car. Got a 2019 challenger and now a 2021 scatpack
@ag78305 жыл бұрын
I will take this over ur Mazda any day
@zachryyost96554 жыл бұрын
Sorry just watching this but my 07 Lincoln MKZ has cooled seats. This is a nice car I might replace it with
@levi_H_63 жыл бұрын
I just got it today I’m loving it
@visionnumber79883 жыл бұрын
Wat color
@levi_H_63 жыл бұрын
Ekis 777 very dark brown
@visionnumber79883 жыл бұрын
levi heederik very unique color. mine is black and has about 238,000 miles. And still runs like a dream. No issues
@levi_H_63 жыл бұрын
Ekis 777 yeah nice mine had about 110,000 miles/ 184,000km I live in Europe and here it’s a very unique car
@visionnumber79883 жыл бұрын
levi heederik that color looks great with tints and black wheels
@abdouladam86164 жыл бұрын
Hey. In 'S' mode, the digital indicator on on the cluster shows the max gear. To see the current gear you're on, tap the DISP button until you see 'gear' on the MFD .
@bass-tech5 жыл бұрын
hi.i have lexus is250.when you in sport mode it not suppose change gears automatically.thats why you have flappy paddles,to change gears yourself.thats why this gearbox is better than others.plus in automatic mode gearbox learning how to change and when to change gears depending on your behavior.
@omoniyikaye3 жыл бұрын
Lexus all day long your dad made a better choice.
@stepha59262 жыл бұрын
Apple's fallen far from the tree here.
@rham22694 жыл бұрын
I’ve been looking for a nice luxury car for my first car that’s also practical for a high schooler I think you just sold me great review man 👍
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
That's great, I bet it will be a good car!
@maclac484 жыл бұрын
My dude said “the predator grill!” 🤣
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
Every time I see a newer Lexus, that’s what I think of.
@visionnumber79883 жыл бұрын
GemmyD on Cars i agree
@NightshifterDj6 жыл бұрын
The sunshades are very common on basically all German luxury sedans like e classes, 5 series, a6 etc, from around 2000 I think. :)
@kingstonvaliu4 жыл бұрын
Very good car. Only one is missing: Mark Levinson audio.
@volitiveclover6 жыл бұрын
Smooth review my guy
@GemmyDonCars6 жыл бұрын
Thanks homie.
@phillipshaku10465 жыл бұрын
My bmw 7 series had that sunshade, too. My mates mercedes s-class has it, too.
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
Cool.
@greasyboy3495 жыл бұрын
Did they break down yet?
@paulphillips10115 жыл бұрын
Yer jag and daimler were fitter the rear dun visors in about 2002 i think maybe a bit earlier here in the UK. Im a chauffer so they are my daily work vehicles but i would defo have the lexus over any of them. A REAL CAR ACTING THE WAY A REAL CAR SHOULD.
@iamherenow9845 жыл бұрын
DEEEEEEEEECENT!!!!!!
@kosiekoos9408 Жыл бұрын
The finger snap was too late😏
@innocentbarnes52304 жыл бұрын
Hi Gemmy. I'm driving a Toyota Avensis 2009. Would you recommend moving to a Lexus in time?
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
Yeah sure. You can’t usually go wrong.
@souljahwitch22294 жыл бұрын
Good thing I’m 17 with this car
@kronossonork69945 жыл бұрын
Don't use a camera and talk while driving. You'll end up smashing up a nice car.
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
+Kronos my account got hacked I appreciate your concern, Kronos. I’ve gotten to be pretty good at it. I won’t drive a stick car with the camera in my hand, though.
@bamly23143 жыл бұрын
Does it have Bluetooth? And i feel like shifting doesn’t really feel like sport mode as much. Or is it just me?
@recommended60293 жыл бұрын
hi, GemmyD how tall are you? U saw in the video in the backseat and i was wondering how that fit. Does 6.1 driver fit with 6.1 ft in the back driver?thx
@GemmyDonCars3 жыл бұрын
I am 6 feet tall. I 6 footer in the back would not be too comfortable with a 6 footer in the driver's seat.
@kevinkidneyy5 жыл бұрын
My O7 XLE Camry has the shade
@jerryl100005 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@kevinkidneyy5 жыл бұрын
+jerryl10000 hahaha I’m serious
@rajneshchand32953 жыл бұрын
Funny how he said he hasn't seen any other car with shade bruh my 1999 Infiniti has heated / cooled seats and auto rear shades and (hds) which stands for hill decent systems 10 yrs before that is250 was made but cool video
@GemmyDonCars3 жыл бұрын
Ok, what am I supposed to say? I hadn't seen it before.
@onedirection35104 жыл бұрын
Which is 300hp? You mean a new IS300?
@Gunnl4 жыл бұрын
doesnt the 250 have 209 HP ...and not 300 ?
@AkshaySKumar-cn8iw3 жыл бұрын
Did someone say mica?
@michaelboibodas4 жыл бұрын
You have 2.2k subs. You need 450k subs? I have 300k miles on my IS. I need 400k miles on my IS.
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
I am not sure what you're trying to say here.
@philipcools45073 жыл бұрын
I have a 250is full option, around the age of your car. Its super, if you testing it, don't forget to put on the extra power switch on the right under. than its go UP.
@kronossonork69945 жыл бұрын
The only other car that comes close was the Honda Accord manual petrol, both have buttery smooth engines. The Lexus is probably more comfortable.
@1461BordoMavi14614 жыл бұрын
can u compare your mazda 6 to this car
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
Ok I'll make this short and sweet. Mazda is bigger, both are very comfortable. Mazda interior screen is nice but only because it's 7 years newer and has way more tech as well. Lexus probably is a little big quicker because it's a 6 cylinder and mine is a 4. I'd take the Mazda over the Lexus because the styling is newer and fresher and better looking, in my opinion.
@dakeda20245 жыл бұрын
How much would u pay for this 2 day?? Around 9 grand??
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
+dkd Let me look into this and I’ll get back to you.
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
That's a good deal.
@dakeda20245 жыл бұрын
@@GemmyDonCars thx!!.i just picked it up...its a 09' is250..breakwater blue metallic..94 thousand miles..white leather .moonroof.9500...so clean.2 owner. . had a 96 deville...nothing but issues.
@SammyBoy8065 жыл бұрын
dkd just got my 2009 250 last week for 12,000. It had 98 miles when I bought it. So far I love the car it’s also my first car. I love the luxury this car brings
@ag78305 жыл бұрын
@@dakeda2024 how is it so far?
@zureai4 жыл бұрын
is the carbon build as big a issue of what the internet makes it out to be?
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
+JAE2K No, I don’t think so.
@zureai4 жыл бұрын
GemmyD on Cars Hm thank u. It’s the only thing holding me back from buying an IS250. I really want AWD but don’t want to spend a lot for a newer IS350 with awd
@visionnumber79883 жыл бұрын
JAE2K i have a 2007 is250 awd with 238,000 miles. And no carbon build up with mine. And engine is still quiet smooth and responsive. Im very impressed but not surprised because its a lexus with toyota reliability and the fact that its made in japan and its very well built with a timing chain instead of belt. Hope u enjoy yours
@zureai3 жыл бұрын
@@visionnumber7988 this will be one of my next vehicles.. i live in canada and wanted something bigger and taller. But for a summer vehicle it will do !
@visionnumber79883 жыл бұрын
JAE2K And I hope you enjoy it it’s a solid little car with plenty of modifications For it. I like to keep it simple the only thing I bought for it was the VLAND headlights in the tail lights. In a Tesla screen radio it’s just a touchscreen
@mikimiki1953 жыл бұрын
I’m looking into buying this for my teen daughter but I don’t know how much insurance would be
@GemmyDonCars3 жыл бұрын
Call your insurance company and simply ask them what it would be.
@PerthesExercises4 жыл бұрын
Is this car for sale?
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
+PerthesExercises No.
@PerthesExercises4 жыл бұрын
@@GemmyDonCars :(
@PerthesExercises4 жыл бұрын
@@GemmyDonCars let me know if your dad ever changes his mind.
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
@@PerthesExercises I will do that. Where do you live?
@PerthesExercises4 жыл бұрын
@@GemmyDonCars Dallas Tx
@shreda125hilux76 жыл бұрын
My 2002 lexus es300 has the sunshade lol, cars have had them for years
@shreda125hilux76 жыл бұрын
Also I have driven 2009+ is250s and the es300 I have drives much better, lexus after 2005 cut corners in terms of build quality, go drive the 2004 lexus ls430 and you would see (and feel) the difference
@GemmyDonCars6 жыл бұрын
Yeah, guess I just haven't seen them that much.
@MLProductions.15 жыл бұрын
@@shreda125hilux7 the es300 was cool for it's age but your over hyping it. A newer ES if definitely better. And a 07 ls460 is definitely better then a Ls430
@shreda125hilux75 жыл бұрын
@@MLProductions.1 haha ok, seems like youre one of those guys who is into electronic gadgets and screens.. stick to your newer plastic lexus.. if you know anything about cars you would know that they dont build them like they used to, same with Mercedes.. compare a late 80s or early 90s S class to the rubbish they sell now. Cars before were built to last is the point im trying to make
@shreda125hilux75 жыл бұрын
@@MLProductions.1 and no I didn't "overhype" my lexus haha , im stating fact that it drives much smoother and more refined than most (not all) newer cars I have driven, you wouldnt even think it had 277000kms till you look at the odometer
@kearatauch79212 жыл бұрын
awesome the way you talk and show
@lisandracruz20112 жыл бұрын
I have an 09 is250 it has the Bluetooth option but won’t connect or do anything…. not sure how to get Bluetooth to work… Also I’m wondering am I able to get installed a remote starter on it ?
@805fillmore2 жыл бұрын
it just works for phone calls
@derekgil88943 жыл бұрын
Just curious how tall are you, I’m 6,4 looking at this car and wondering if a person my height would fit fine in here ?
@GemmyDonCars3 жыл бұрын
I’m 6’ tall and I fit, but not much extra room. I bet it would be very tight for you.
@borishasarrived55244 жыл бұрын
How tall are you?
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
Boris Hasarrived 6’0”
@IamNikkiG3 жыл бұрын
Hi does it have bluetooth
@androJaab5 жыл бұрын
I have one . they have a big probleem with the subwoofer . and they suk alot of gas
@cooperhalbrooks63245 жыл бұрын
are you sure you know how to 'give her a nice little rip onto the highway"?.... shifting like grandpa then you say 'it ok". hmmm
@GemmyDonCars5 жыл бұрын
It is ok.
@user-rs9py9yr1r3 жыл бұрын
the camera noise is horrible!!!
@GemmyDonCars3 жыл бұрын
This is from years ago, my audio is vastly improved. Apologies!
@Freddy-td8fl4 жыл бұрын
My friend who cares about all the crap you talking! Talk about reliability is the only thing that matters.