Review: 2019 Lexus GS F - Even More Special Now Than Before

[@nf1369]

This car is a future legend. I genuinely want one of these. This car makes you feel special.

[@_baller]

Navid F um....what

[@purplefabian]

Future legend? Lmao be realistic

[@nf1369]

@@purplefabian You clearly don't understand these class of cars. The E39 M5 became a legend for this very reason. The GS F will very much be the same. I can't wait to see you douches act like you were a fan of this car it's entire existence when all of a sudden it becomes popular. Just like how people fanboyed over the MkIV Supra or the R35 GTR.

[@purplefabian]

Navid F look I’m not a sheep I don’t give a shit about the Supra or this car and never will!

[@nf1369]

@Mike Haggar Lmao how? I can't appreciate a good car? Stfu.

[@julianski09]

Lexus F cars are rare. But that makes them special!

[@eriknephrongfr8847]

They’re rare because buyers prefer the competition.

[@arvinder4694]

eriknephron gfr Actually, they are very low production compared to say the Germans.

[@eriknephrongfr8847]

Arvinder Singh You’re telling me people are dying to by them, but they just don’t make that many, right?

[@arvinder4694]

eriknephron gfr I’ll say they are low production, when relatively compared to their competitors. These F cars are kind of a niche market, not meant for everyone. Most people prefer the Germans because they are the horsepower gods/brand loyalty. Buying either this car or the German competitors NEW is dumb. All these cars depreciate a lot in the first year, hence, making them steals in the secondhand market. Personally, I would not buy a used German car unless I had an extended warranty.

[@eriknephrongfr8847]

Arvinder Singh They sell poorly because customers prefer the competition. If we liked them more, they’d make more of them. It’s overweight, underpowered, expensive and ancient. Sorry.

[@basithph8958]

The reason why I love the GS F That awesome V8! 14:43 And I really like the yellow!

[@gaivoron]

That's what I was here for.

[@naveenkrishnamurthy7576]

And reliability.

[@basithph8958]

@@naveenkrishnamurthy7576 very true

[@apt62]

I have this car as a daily and a NA2 NSX as my weekend car. Both cars are not the fastest but I know it will last with minimum service.

[@leowashington8991]

I think I'm going to keep my GSF for a very very long time I'm in Love with my Lexie as well ;-)

[@BarnStangz]

Great car. I have one in blue. The engine alone is so fantastic. It's just a treat to drive. I feel like this car will age will and be sought after as time marches on. I like to call it a gentleman's sports car. It's also has a nice sleeper vibe going on. Great buy if you can find one. Couldn't be more than 1,400 of them out there...

[@donaldlin586]

I currently own 2017 GSF and just rented a 2018 M4 recently. Both my wife and I think GSF is more stable and comfortable on both highways and mountain roads...

[@jordan605632]

I plan on picking ons up in 3-4 yrs...these are steals right now, most go for under 55k.

[@mattstone3279]

@Matt Maran Motoring I just purchased a 2018 Lexus GS F black with 12k miles it’s an awesome car starting from 2018 the adaptation suspension is great. Future timeless Japanese muscle car.

[@hockeymann88]

Lexis is keeping the NA flame. 5.0 V8 with a 7300 redline! Get it while you can. We are going to miss engines like this someday. That car has really grown on me plus you know it is going to be well built and reliable.

[@naveenkrishnamurthy7576]

hockeymann88 reliability alone makes it worth 85K

[@ScottHD]

ONLY 8 Flare yellow made for North America (and 5 in Japan). That sir, is the rarest GSF color ever produced. 2400-ish in North America, total production worldwide is 4800 or so. Your one reviewed here (VIN2895) is the ONLY one that has a Rebuilt Title but fortunately it is back on the road. This particular GSF has a lot of history!

[@MrMustangrick]

I have a 2017 GS F. Love it. Best car ever !

[@CalisRemedy]

MrMustangrick is it better lease or own?

[@MrMustangrick]

@@CalisRemedy Own for sure if it is a long term car for you. I kept my last Lexus 7+ years.

[@robs7527]

I think it’s funny how your name is Mr. Mustang. Congrats on your GS F!

[@MrMustangrick]

@@robs7527 I had a couple of Mustangs in the past. Thanks !

[@DT_thanh]

Does it shift for you in manual mode when you redline it?

[@johnnyr25]

Lexus needs to call that color "SEGA Crazy Taxi" yellow.

[@gingerbreadman5756]

I have a 016 RC F .... one of the best cars I’ve ever owned. Sweet sweet sweet V8... when I grow up the GS F is next up.

[@rellykz2175]

What do you mean you have an RCF and when you grow up the GSF is next? Were you lucky for your parents to buy one for you? Cause that's a sick first car.

[@gingerbreadman5756]

Rellykz Rellykz meaning when I get out of my coupe stage and purchase a ride with 4 doors it’ll be the GS F

[@philhenderson3516]

@@gingerbreadman5756 Honestly I liked the GSF until I test drove it. It's an awkward car, sits as low as the RCF and interior space is way less than what you get with competitors. The sound and the V8 are definitely its greatest appeal, but why get one when the G80 5.0 V8 exists for about half the cost. It does the luxury quotient much better than the GSF and is up to date when it comes to technology unlike the GSF. If it were me (considering the amount money that Lexus wanted for the GSF) I could get an RCF and still have money left to cover 2/3rds of a G70, Stinger, or a G80 Sport.

[@gingerbreadman5756]

@@philhenderson3516 I actually ended up with a 2020 AMG C63S in February. It had 17K miles & depreciated right into my price range lol … I still have my RCF & don’t mind it being low tech at all as I’m not into giant touch screens & speakers all over the place. I’m all about the driving experience & the TT V8 in the C63S is an amazing sounding beast that checks all the boxes for me. I still dig the GSF but AMG is in the garage lol

[@blitzbbffl]

I leased a 2015 GS350 F-Sport for 3 years. It was a great driver, but at times I found it lacking power. The GS-F is the answer. Needless to say - I recognize that old infotainment system - LOL.

[@naveenkrishnamurthy7576]

My assumption is that your Gs 350 was AWD? RWD models use the 8 speed and AWD models use a 6 speed.

[@kgisabeast]

Ackj 375718 depends how you drive, the GS is more than fast enough for a daily driver but it’s not going to beat a lot of other luxury cars let alone sports cars.

[@aritruths1452]

I agree i have a lease GS F-SPORT 2017 RWD and it does lack power. I drove the GSF and that is the way to go but almost 90 grand was the deal breaker. The problem is the car is too heavy for 311 horsepower. If the up it to atleast 360 I think it would do better.

[@jxmar_]

Naveen Krishnamurthy which is faster? AWD or RWD

[@kgisabeast]

Proper RWD by a few tenths of a second

[@AdamIsMyNameO]

That cheeky grin when he know he's about to floor it.

[@matthewmajestic1013]

I really do like the GSF, and with what it entails for the money it’s great for me because it’s a has N/A V8 5.0, RWD, 4 doors, reasonable space, and some old school Lexus/Toyota ergonomics like the stock for the cruise control 😂😄, I do like yellow paints metallic/ standard gloss, but I prefer the Blue mica 2.0, Infrared, Ultra White, but I really want the Lexus RCF 10 anniversary with Nebula Matte grey 🥵, Toyota and some Lexus products may not be as tech heavy as the competition but I don’t care because I’m about the driving experience who else 🤓🙋🏾‍♂️🧐

[@brianh4625]

That 10th anniversary looks amazing, but the pampering that matte pain require is a dealbreaker for me. I'm just waiting for a low mileage late model RC F with upgraded sound to up for sale, but the GS F is tempting. There's one for sale on carmax in nebula grey metallic for around 56k (20k miles).

[@matthewmajestic1013]

Brian Hood yes yes it is the 10th anniversary edition is quite a looker, but I’ll admit the matte paint would be something to hold you back from buying the 10th anniversary, that being said if it’s going to be your daily PPF would be very appropriate or track work, but the RCF would be my choice !, just because it’s a Coupé, and it still has the same powertrain, and has a lower price, but if you can find a used one with low mileage go for it 🙋🏾‍♂️😃, I would 🤓🙋🏾‍♂️

[@LeeePowers]

😆🤣😂@ old school Toyota ergos! Especially the CC stalk! I went from a 91 Camry wagon to an 07LS460,and didnt miss a single beat when it came time to use CC for the first time in the LS460.

[@fredyherrera1882]

My dealership has one available! Let me know if you are interested in some pics. More than happy to help you with it.

[@sicilylive2203]

Still rocking my 98 GS 400 just hit 150k miles, triple black, borla exhaust... that sound on this F is nasty!!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@thtupid]

The RTI I agree does look old. BUT I still prefer it over a touchscreen. It's just so easy to move my arm across from the transmission stalk compared to lifting my arm up onto a screen. Also, once you get use to it (it doesn't take long at all) you can pretty much use it without taking your eyes off the road for much at all due to the positioning of the giant screen. Touchscreens are good on a phone. Not so much in a car imho...especially those that do not give any haptic feedback. My only gripe with the system is the lag.

[@UnorthodoxMasterOfGames]

I predict that a RWD Lexus with a V8 will be nonexistent by the time 2030 rolls around. So yes, I'm inclined to agree about this one being a future modern classic!

[@jons2936]

RCF or GSF in that metallic gray, black rims, and orange brake calipers 😩🥺😭

[@rezakhalvati6150]

I really like your inclusion of a quick jump to a post-week-long review. Makes your reviews very comprehensive. Beautiful as always! The price baffles me though... $89k?? Yikes!

[@BISCAYNEWAYS]

But that's it! No costs associated with unexpected maintenance or repair costs! 89K one time and you're good for 1 million miles :)

[@rezakhalvati6150]

5aminbrooklyn and that color! Love it!

[@karambir87]

@@BISCAYNEWAYS 60k kms and zero dollors spent on repairs on my RCF

[@JJ_ExMachina]

@@BISCAYNEWAYS Yes and the great thing about Lexus engines, they don't require some crazy service expenses either. They use standard synthetic 5W40, that you can buy pretty much anywhere. You don't have to have some crazy degree in automotive engineering or pull half the vehicle apart to do the oil change. When I first worked for Lexus (technician), I was at how well everything was laid out and the thought behind things. Like holes/panels in place to get to the drain plugs and oil filters. SO you did have to remove the entire underbelly panels. The way everything is so overbuilt, that just looking at things underneath, you could see why the cars are so reliable. Toyota/Lexus are not a company on the cutting edge of technology, or using the most advanced manufacturing process (no carbon fiber control arms for example). They use what works and is reliable. SO outside of normal wear items and services, like you said, you won't be spending your hard earned money on repairs...

[@Toyota4Life]

Reza Khalvati if it had 600hp it would be a great price right ? You idiot think HP equals prize. This car is high quality and extremely well engineered

[@scorpion251970]

Matt, you get a like once you give it the gas and your enthusiasm comes out

[@Kec7]

Great performance and great reliability!

[@Toyota4Life]

Kevin C great looks and interior too

[@shunsuikyoraku5428]

14:51 Beavis face activated

[@dallasmellsop5488]

This is the best GSF video on the internet hands down, well better then Clarkson and Doug (obvs) and even Savageese, you actually explain what makes it feel special really well unlike others

[@dallasmellsop5488]

I'm watching it again, I really mean it, best GSF video on the internet

[@DucatiDiaries]

I see the Matt Maran 'fun face' in the thumbnail and I immediately know the car is worthy. :oD Love the front-end and rims.

[@mattstone3279]

@ Rated R Cars I just bought a 2018 GS F a great months ago it’s a great car, lots of power and performance turned into a garage queen for now future collectors car N/A V8 no turbos.

[@naveenkrishnamurthy7576]

I love the Gs F. 😍. That v8 sounds so good

[@KevinnPOV]

Lexus Gang. Dream GS upgrade😍🖤

[@nemesisc4926]

Still got my ISF. Love it. WHERE THE F FAMILY AT?

[@trancequilitea]

Right here! 2014 liquid platinum. Might get a GS F as well...

[@gavinr9107]

Got my Blue 09 ISF yesterday. Love it! Been wanting one for a long time....

[@ld7740]

I have 16 nebula gray circuit red w/orange calipers. Love it

[@LaoZee]

Got 1 about to get another isF, double the trouble

[@memetic805]

2018 GSF white with red interior

[@ys1606]

i'm the owner of the 2016 gs 350 fsports, it is a perfect sedan, wish one day I could upgrade it to the gsf

[@basithph8958]

I love the GS F Lexus has made this performance sedan the best in class

[@NOFATCHICK1]

I love the GS F, but come best performance sedan in the class? Not even close brother don't be so dense! For sure it's the most reliable & an excellent deal if buying used.

[@devildogentertainment4904]

Eh id still take a Dodge charger 392 and hellcat over this any day.

[@basithph8958]

WestCoast 392 those are good cars but I mean the GS F versus M5 and E63 Honestly I would get both the GS F and Hellcat

[@devildogentertainment4904]

@@basithph8958 well I own a cammed 392 currently. Im looking for a new whip and im currently stuck between the new c8 corvette , 2019 hellcat charger, 2017 m6, or 2018 ctsv

[@basithph8958]

WestCoast 392 I heard the C8 is very good

[@johnjohn3241]

Hopefully you can get your hands on the 2020 RCF.

[@poymu4929]

Track edition?

[@USMCPFC1]

@@poymu4929 nope, sunroof edition.

[@grownsimba8120]

Lexus has long been one of my favorite brands along with Audi and Porsche. I just wish Lexus would be quicker to update their interior tech like the other car manufacturers do. Of course, in their own reliable versions.

[@lyndahammel9502]

Love the yellow.

[@user-qk9yi6ro4s]

Recently bought mine. Best jack of all trades.

[@chasem8491]

Back road @ 14:43 You're welcome. ;)

[@elibutton]

we apprecaite you covering the same car with recent years because we don't really know the differences btwn the models - like the upgrades in suspension you talked about amongst other things - it's helpful to know

[@klasseact6663]

Kinda of like a modern E39 M5👈

[@lKingRichardl]

Seeing one of these out in the wild is like a diamond in the rough. Naturally aspirated V8???? In a 2019 luxury sport sedan??....That's why I want one.

[@basithph8958]

For the GS F I always preferred the color blue or red But this yellow is really good

[@stevornrichards1380]

that blue is so special though

[@NOFATCHICK1]

@@stevornrichards1380that blue is something else. The yellow is okay.

[@basithph8958]

Stevorn Richards I always loved the GS F in blue A friend of mine has a GS F in red and it is menacing

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Good follow up review here Matt. It’s definitely a little redundant at times. I enjoyed it and glad I saw this kind follow up review.

[@omorfinable]

That back seat floor hump is massive!

[@CARBONHAWK1]

A future classic for sure.

[@nadasdi7]

Seems to be a great car all around but it honestly looks like a 2008 model with fresh paint. It's crying for some updates.

[@Toyota4Life]

nadasdi7 seems to be great? The specs alone make the car great you idiot

[@nadasdi7]

@@Toyota4Life just the specs make the car great? That's enough for you? What about about price, ammortization, cost of ownership, exterior? They are to be ignored when talking about "great" ? Good logic bud. You'd be giving out Oscars to actors for the color of their shirt.

[@Toyota4Life]

nadasdi7 cost of ownership ? Does this look like a Audi or BMW to you? It’s a Lexus it has all the upside of performance driving and none of the downsides from the Germans. It’s lighter then a M5 and has a more responsive engine

[@nadasdi7]

@@Toyota4LifeGood observations. It is not a BMW or Audi. I just wrote that it looks like a turtle waxed 2008 model to me. Not sure which part confuses you.

[@donaldj.trumpfromthetrench8849]

nadasdi7 your mad because you can’t afford it

[@courtneybarnes7092]

I figure in like 2 years I might be able to afford a 2016 GSF! These cars will be classics one day. This will be the Supra that I never had and still can’t afford💯💯👍🏿👍🏿

[@brandonwiley6530]

My 2015 Gs350 f-sport is obsidian black with the peanut butter inside, but I have 16 way sport seats so idk why you only have 12. Also I will say even though I only have the V6 it’s still a really composed sporty driving car that hides the speed you’re going very well! Great job to Lexus and overall my favorite car to drive, I just wish they would keep it going 😭😭😭😭

[@joseaquino4153]

Super sad the GS got axed this car is literally the best sedan you can get ever. Its luxurious it has RELIABLE performance and its value will most likely not go down. Def my dream car and hopefully will get one soon

[@technofreak2000]

Love the new thumbnail and review!!

[@gengstar09]

This is the car I’ve always wanted in the color I want! Glare yellow!!!

[@gengstar09]

Flare

[@josegonzales8445]

Super rare color right there nice review Matt

[@johnjohn3241]

That intro music on point!!

[@kbdw7304]

I'd buy that car just for the noise lol

[@leviathan5207]

id love a gsf, but in germany lexus are so rare that even a good isf starts from 40.000 € a good gsf is about 60.000€ wich just seems a bit much compared to the audis, mercs and bimmers one can get. tbh if i could afford to spend 60.000€ on a saloon, i would much rather have an alpina b3 biturbo

[@attaboyroy21]

Love the new thumbnail style Matt

[@Unboxed_YT]

I love this car! The last of a dying breed!

[@catjesus4319]

For all those saying how slow this is, look at the rolling start numbers. Beats the 550, and a tenth behind an AMG GT63.

[@RK1FX]

link me bro

[@MrHav1k]

Great car, but it costs $20k more than it should and that naturally hurts it. It can have the best reliability in the world, but a $20k premium for that reliability doesn't make sense.

[@shunsuikyoraku5428]

Yes it does...have you had a bad car? You’ll spend more than 20K maintaining a less reliable sports car AND get 5+ years less out of it....

[@johnjohn3241]

Get em used man. 2016 models for 40-50k.

[@BarnStangz]

100% WAYYYYY over priced new, but man, used is where it's at! These cars are a deal used. I found mine with less than 8,000 miles on it.

[@kimchee411]

They sell new WAY below MSRP. At least $12-15k.

[@BarnStangz]

@@kimchee411 Guy that I bought my car off, paid $77K new for it. So yeah, there is some wiggle room. A few months ago, there was a Lexus dealer in Ohio that had a NEW 2016 GSF sill for sale, they would have taken $70K for it. Still over prices IMO.

[@YazAMG]

I got my GS-F after watching your first video, Matt. I love it, but the transmission sucks in heavy traffic.

[@Wiggy321]

As a multiple Lexus and GS owner, I hate the color on this car. This is just too loud for a big 4dr. This color on the LC and RC would look great.

[@_dmfd]

Agree 100%

[@Toyota4Life]

HOT DAMN 🥵. Damn hot looking car. That yellow is money. This car will be a future classic. Love it wish I could afford one

[@marekd.7350]

To all the comments regarding the $89k price tag- Just get a used one with 20k miles for under $50k. It will run forever and at 20k miles, still look and smell like a new car.

[@nac9845]

That's a beautiful taxi

[@boboutelama5748]

I was never fan of the GSF. I find it really hugly. Like... a lot ! But I hope they will find buyers for that. We really need sportscar that are doing things differently. The one GSF I know that is to be sold in my country, is to sell since last year.

[@dylanw890]

Hey Matt! I loved this video and it got me thinking about the future of Lexus Performance. Considering that the GS production will be ceasing in the coming future, do you think that this will be end of the Lexus performance sedan as we know it. Originally the IS F was discontinued and now that GS will be discontinued as well, it would be cool if Lexus took the V8 from the LC500 and put it in the ES and defined it slightly.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

The ES is FWD based, so anything beyond the F-Sport version would be tough to do. I think there’s a pretty good chance that the next-gen IS will get an F version.

[@theamgcriminal9248]

Yellow actually really suits this car. Man that V8 noise too. Wanted an IS-F before I got the Mustang.

[@peterjiang7330]

i got one in 2016 blue. contemplating on upgrading to apexi evolution exhuast for even meaner sound

[@_baller]

Oh you're in Jersey.. Maran

[@keithgerlack7264]

Do you prefer this or the 2016(17) Cadillac V-Sport?

[@EldePHX]

I want one in the future 🙏🏼😫

[@squigglengiggle1716]

Would love to see a rcf review!!

[@DamionG1987]

I love this car!

[@donellclemons2195]

I still waiting for a new isf

[@abc.garage]

I wish I could afford this car

[@lordtyranus08]

that side profile looking like the Infiniti Q50

[@antoniocampos6627]

A big selling point to this vehicle is that it will last forever without a litany of problems because of its simplicity. Unlike some of its competitors and that's coming from an M3 owner.

[@fredwilliams7893]

No surprise he said the interior looked a little dated now. I thought the interior of this and the newer camer y when it came out looked dated from the start.

[@MistaRudeBoy]

damn thats a yellow cab yellow

[@yddragon100]

Can you also do a review on the RCF (not the track edition)

[@bibik1151]

if I am not mistaking, GS F is the only car of that kind with vented bucket seats

[@moonman_8935]

Not many ppl are buying these.. dealers still have new GSF's 2016 - 2018's new on their lots.. I predict this car will be like the ISF's from 2008 - 2014..

[@KuyaArbee]

moe malik yea for 90k plus it’s not worth it but when it’s CPO used then yes very much worth it!

[@deet4895]

What are Lexus plans for this model? Are they gonna redesign or discontinue this are what? This generation been on sale forever now with no work on a replacement coming, it's time for something new.

[@dazsid100]

Love lexus

[@theclockstruckgold]

Beautiful car.

[@cobaltgofast]

Love the color but, the chrome trim around the windows combined with the polished portions of the wheels absolutely kills it for me in regards to the side profile.

[@bortiz5260]

Lexus gang

[@erictrejo4439]

Hopefully I'll be able to buy this car in 10 years when it gets cheaper haha

[@rctezluh42069]

crazy roads

[@billyraywashington5890]

Hey Matt can you do a review of a 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 GT

[@jameswillard1]

You had a GSF for an entire week and only put 176 miles on it?! Shit, I would’ve put that in it per day

[@workoutguru3211]

How's the ambient lighting at night inside that car?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

It doesn’t really have any.

[@workoutguru3211]

@@MattMaranMotoring that's rlly sad though cuz the cheaper gs350 does have it and it absolutely needs to have ambient lighting at minimum to be competitive with the Germans lool

[@murkage3]

A little outdated looking on the sides, but awesome v8

[@cutthroat795]

I bet it’s a pain in the ass to replace headlights in those.

[@tjwreds1]

what is that rattle? is it your camera rig or the car?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Camera mount on a rough road, sorry :/

[@freeyourmind8849]

5 liters eating the atmosphere.

[@iheartgs400]

The pricing of this car is really hurting the image of this car yes as much as I like the N/A V8 fact of matter is that motor is a decade old and transmission.

[@thetechlibrarian]

Rhanier Santiago true but in another decade it will be one of the few Performance sedans that a car net would even consider buying.buying a 10-year-old used AMG or M car with no warranty it’s just out of the question.

[@BRIANBOBCHAPMAN]

Review: 2019 Lexus GS F

[@blackice7408]

So is this a luxury muscle car

[@stradale72]

Isn't the GS lineup discontinued?

[@gengstar09]

In Europe yes. In the US, the GS is alive (at least until 2021). Unfortunately, you’ll have to order online, because dealerships are not stocking them.

[@caalmen1522]

Sad to see Lexus start neglecting its sedans

[@abcdLeeXY]

The price point really killed it for me and many other buyers. It's priced at an M5 range but performs like a 550i 🤔

[@arvinder4694]

abcdLeeXY A comparably equipped M5 will be $120k whereas the GSF comes fully loaded at $88-89k. However, you are right right about the M550i performance comparison.

[@marekd.7350]

@@arvinder4694 I wanna see that M550i, 5 years after it leaves the dealer and half the shit on it doesn't work. It will also have an interesting depreciation.

[@arvinder4694]

Marek D. Haha yes! Most people buy German cars thinking their exorbitant prices imply great reliability, when it really is just paying a high price for brand name.

[@tigerbiterhater]

This car doesn’t suit yellow quite well. Needs more carbon accents to match.

[@ahuman9864]

7:24…. If the Japanese couldn’t figure out how to make this particular area flush, you know nobody else could. This must of been such a fatal blueprint flaw.

[@emmanuelamoyan6069]

This or a dodge charger widebody scat pack?

[@DoctorGaga87]

This. The build quality/interior/luxury/engine are far superior than a Chrysler product