That Glorious V8 Sound // 2023 Lexus IS500 F Review

[@geoffskelton2772]

Can we all take a second to appreciate how Sarah always coordinates her outfit with whatever car she's reviewing....details💙

[@zyzzuschrist3410]

Simp

[@hipzipper1]

Why didn't I meet Sarah 40 years ago. ;)

[@timbrown9731]

That’s what I kept saying

[@infobyavi8187]

Tuzi changale laksh aahe tichyavar

[@SarahnTuned]

@@hipzipper1because I wasn’t even born yet 🤨

[@waynejones5635]

The build quality of the Toyota/Lexus is always impressive.

[@aluisious]

Some of them. Don't buy one made in Kentucky. I have 4k miles on a Camry hybrid XSE and it's already full of squeaks and rattles, and the speakers rattle so badly it affects the music.

[@gwing14]

Sarah, I just returned from a 1000-mile road trip in my '24 IS 500 which now has 2002 miles on it. I had the same smile on my face the whole way that you did in the video. What a fun car! Thank you for your reviews!

[@mononeo]

Lexus sent engineers to US car shows when developing the 5.0L V8 with Yamaha. They determined that people like engines that rev at 400 Mhz to evoke a sense of orderliness and refinement, and then at 800 Mhz on WOT as you approach the redline so as to evoke a sense of euphoria and excitement like what you'd feel on a rollercoaster. And I have to say--it works!

[@ArunSudama-ur2cd]

In this day of twin turbo, direct injection, small displacement engines, Im happy to see a V8….In a Lexus no less

[@FullChamber]

A V8 in lexus just makes loud noise. Mercedes have come back to their senses and reintroducing C63 with a banging V8.

[@NNTorious]

​@@FullChamberthe engine is almost 500 HP. What are you talking about?

[@FullChamber]

@@NNTorious that’s lexus 500hp. It’s not about how much it produces. It’s about how the engine performs. I bet an in line six of BMW performs far better than this also the V8 in c63 is just a monster in comparison

[@cultofmodernism8477]

@@FullChamber Mercedes officially confirmed that the C63 is sticking with the 4 banger. Enjoy.

[@FullChamber]

@@cultofmodernism8477 nope, they announced it they are bringing it back

[@johntotten4872]

Best part of the video was Sarah revving the motor over and over just to hear that sweet Toyota V8.

[@adamhendricks90]

@BMW @Audi need to get it together and send you some vehicles to review. I’ve been watching your reviews for over a year now and they’re the best! 😊 always look forward to the next one. What I like about your reviews is that you don’t go into super deep detail on the cosmetic details like inside the car but actually the mechanical details that most people don’t think about. You rock Sarah!

[@timephire]

Lexus did a great job on the styling refresh. 👍

[@REfanforlife]

front yes rear eh kind of reminds me of the mid 2000 6 series ass end but even more pronounced squareness 😂

[@Oosik91]

Just got my IS500 last week same color, seriously the best thing. I was surprised how comfortable the seating is in this car and how it hugs you. Definitely going to keep it because you just can’t get a sedan with V8 that’s reliable.

[@JoeGX460]

I am torn between the LC 500 and the IS500. What made you chose the IS500?

[@Oosik91]

@@JoeGX460 the room of the IS500 compared to the LC500. And cost

[@geefim2144]

@@Oosik91cost for sure.

[@Rubeless]

Got the rcf, I’m paranoid leaving it in a parking lot.

[@jesadak]

Barely anyone knows what it is lol. I have an IS500 and no one bats an eye on the road. I love it. @@Rubeless

[@mcroadracer1]

Sarah, I love how you do reviews. Especially when you go under the car and explain things that nobody else does.

[@cricket_v8]

Sarah and Lexus make a great combination. Now if only the UK was blessed with the IS500. And of course Sarah.

[@johnmaki3046]

Lexus...PASSABLE. Sarah....FANTASTIC!

[@TrumpetBiz]

The braking test is my favorite part of these. Awesome detail on things that people want to know about vehicles that you can't read in a brochure. Sarah really is the best spokesperson that Lexus should sign. Dang, that exhaust note is "chef kiss" !

[@blackwaterdogs4256]

Just FYI, RE: that high mounting point for the rear anti-sway bar was no accident. Raising that mounting point changes the roll center of the vehicle to a more favorable percentage, particularly important as the weight of these vehicles seems to be increasing.

[@davedavidson9996]

Nice intro

[@collingray2212]

I love my 21 IS350 F Sport. Such a great and underrated car. Lexus/Toyota hit it out the park with design & performance 😊

[@davidpavlich8939]

The best part of the review is your 'thumb in the eye' remark about EVs. Considering how well the GS F has held its value, I'm guessing that this little beast will as well. GS 350 owner here.

[@willievelez7586]

Nice exhaust sound. Thanks Sarah, great review as always.

[@MrMustangrick]

Love love my GS F 5 liter V8.

[@michaelK3148]

Most enthusiastic and joyful car reviews on the inter webs!

[@encinobalboa]

Long live ICE! This might be one of the last great gas sports sedans. I currently have a 367hp Mercedes C55 AMG which is very much in the mode of the IS500 F. C55 is 3600 pounds so relatively nimble. Glad to see the IS500 F is under 3900 pounds so this would be a very useful bump in hp per pound over my C55. And the IS has port injection and no auto stop start. I want one...bad.

[@charlescdt6509]

Its a good day when Miss Sara drops a video, it's a great day when she is rocking red.

[@Axial_Andrew]

I am way more up to date, with modern late model vehicles, thanks to Sarah...😎

[@THGL01]

If the V8 in your Celica dies, I think we all know what should go in next!!!

[@SarahnTuned]

I sure hope it doesn't, I just spent $16k getting it fully build. lol

[@hampyonce]

​@@SarahnTunedDamnage!

[@tjohnson9051]

@@SarahnTuned I have to see what they all did to that engine for that price tag. I just looked up on Jegs the 632 CI Chevy big block, 815 HP/775FTLBS torque, carb to pan for the low low price of $15,499. Of-course it won't fit without a bunch of whittling and that engine would turn that little car inside out with out full chassis and cage but it's a fun thought.

[@SarahnTuned]

@@tjohnson9051 I would set the car on fire before I put a Chevy engine in it

[@theMick52]

Jeep 4.0l straight six!

[@hipzipper1]

I must say that your reviews on KZbin are some of the most comprehensive and thorough out there. The depth of your knowledge of the specs you present is second to none. BMW is loosing in this case.

[@ACGreviews]

Another car another review I will watch.

[@Duran762]

What is ACG doing here? I'm a huge fan o.o

[@2Bunphettered788]

I was checking reviews on this car a week before this was uploaded! ❤👌🏾 Thanks Sarah.

[@Denise-ne6iq]

Love how you’re straight to business.

[@MegaRetr]

Lexus did a great job on the styling refresh)

[@seancorker5815]

My absolute dream car - it ticks every single damn box - just lovely

[@dfk09]

I swear there must be a twin or A.I. Sarah out there working with you! 🤣 I'm amazed that you can do excellent detailed reviews and all of your other projects. Color me impressed! The V8 IS and Golf R are my dream cars.

[@simbyote8755]

Wow, finally I found someone who includes an engineering breakdown and under-car/component view in their reviews. Thanks for the research put into this and your lack of narcism with personal opinion. I am now subbed 👍🙌.

[@cosmicbluevox1001]

Just bought one, excellent review. Last V8 from Toyota/lexus. These will be the next mark 4 Supra/land cruisers in collectibility

[@WardSpose]

Love a v8 Lexus comfy, reasonably quick based on the other crap on the road. The drivers seat is such a nice place to be. And you can keep it for 500k miles +. The Toyota/ Lexus build quality is unmarried on this rock flying through space. I approve! And want one

[@josephhaney884]

Bought mine 2 days ago. 2023 CPO premium Infra red with white interior. Seats are the most I’ve ever had, comfy on the road, the engine sounds amazing. My kids and The Boss loves it. I had the IS350 and a charger scat pack previously and this car has elements of each of those. It has character.

[@WardSpose]

@@josephhaney884 congratulations

[@glenn5328]

Hi Sarah It’s chilly and dark here in the UK ……loved the Lexus review.

[@kenwillis8487]

Love that color! And I love that I always style your outfit to match the vehicle!

[@yovanilla]

i still like how every braking test is a surprise :D

[@twobraincells4364]

That's a very beautiful looking car.....the lines all flow together in a way that is very calming to the eye. Perfect car for darting around the city.

[@johnleblanc1243]

Beautiful as ever...great start to the day...great review. Love the car...you are right Sarah nothing beats a great sounding V8. Thanks again for your fresh bright personality..it's Audi and BMW's loss that they don't support you with vehicles to test. Love the expressions when the "Bean" is given. Stay safe, hugs from Brisbane, Australia.

[@spartanmediaworks]

Yes x yes! We were just talking about that the other day after the Tonale review lol

[@こいち-b8t]

Elegant style and the roar of a V8 sound!

[@Primus54]

I could definitely see that Orange IS500F in your stable! Thank you, Sarah. 👍👍👍

[@SarahnTuned]

Way out of my reach affordability-wise, and I don’t have any more room to part vehicles.

[@Tyrael112]

@@SarahnTuned We need to get this channel to 1M subs first!

[@RegularCars]

One of my fav cars

[@SarahnTuned]

So good

[@jerrywarren2007]

A fun day for Sarah. I have a great time in my LC500 Convertible every time I take it out.

[@omarhomsi660]

What an amazing video! Thank you for taking the time to review it. Just give that transmission a little time and the lag will go away eventually. It’s an adaptive transmission and i personally started to enjoy mine after around 18000 miles! Car is great and it just keeps on getting better.

[@WrenchingOnCars]

YES!!!!! The seat bolster test!!!!!

[@vincem5]

i never get tired or the foam hand. love it!!

[@fishflash1]

Thankyou Sarah. I get to see and experience cars here that I wouldn't otherwise. Lexus is my fav.

[@brianheffernan5434]

That was a great video, Sarah. I love the sound of that engine. Happy Labor Day.

[@they_call_me_don9899]

The fact that allot of flagship lexus vehicles are rare to see on the road just makes it all that much more of a special feeling driving one. I bought an 06 IS350 and for a while there I was the only person in my town that had one, after about 2 years I've seen 2 or 3 others and I always wave at them 😂

[@omarpatterson5045]

That's why you stand alone from rest of the top car reviewers, the crazy intricacy of details you bring every time! Feel like we all are growing up together, keep them coming!

[@joecutro7318]

Sarah is the gem of all gems. 💎 (and hilarious)

[@SPECTERopeots]

had this car for 3 weeks now thank you for the review

[@esotericevan]

My dream car

[@death007007]

instantly my new favorite car review channel!

[@SarahnTuned]

Thanks! I work my ass off making these, so that means a lot ❤️

[@mickeybrumfield764]

I like the cars you review and the way you review them.

[@jspaulding4106]

Girl, same.

[@yr4yr4yr4]

Sarah, your car review is so usefull and closer for mere mortals.

[@jwhy1103]

Great review! Wish they made this into a full on F - although this probably helps boost my ISF's value :D

[@joshgroff9218]

Your acid wash jean skirt is giving me ptsd from the 80's! Lol 😆

[@jwjr2197]

stellar red review 🔥🔥 that flashy white back light had my eyes twitching!!

[@tommiizeng8355]

I bought the exact same car with exact same color and trim!!! I'm so so happy right now!!!!!

[@barry394139]

Hey from Canada love the channel!!

[@mostcom]

🏁

[@bluesmoke8714]

🇨🇦

[@rotaryperfection]

Speaking of audio! Sarah, play you music from hi quality hi-fi flac files on that sound system. Your ears will never be the same. That's why I always keep an extra older LG V series smart phone on hand because they have built-in flac software support and SD cards to store all my music.

[@jmoo876]

That exhaust is raspier than your voice! Great review Sir ❤

[@mofomanx10]

Excellent build quality. Great lexus too.

[@rsKayiira]

This is one of the most beautiful cars I've ever seen. Up there with the LS 430, Mercedes W140, Porche 911, Mercedes AMG Gt, etc Its unbelievably beautiful

[@brandonfrost9801]

Love that v8! Thanks for the review Sarah

[@stuntmanmike8025]

This just might be my favorite Sarah-n-Tuned video! I bought my uncle’s ‘09 GS350 last year and I am now obsessed w/ Toyota/Lexus…coming from a diehard GM fan.

[@Geraldlord5303]

Gotta respect your knowledge. Well done Sarah

[@reconeix]

Kudos for highlighting the GREAT build quality of the IS 500. Built to Last. The ultimate conundrum is: IS 500 or LC 500?

[@davecharvella4854]

Excellent! Facial expression during braking, priceless!!

[@paulrambone6705]

Great show as always.

[@mrwest5552]

Thank You Sarah - your hair looked very pretty today with those curls. 👍

[@PoorManMods]

I like that the exhaust tips are REAL, unlike the exhaust tips on my 08 ISF 😢

[@mastafa4517]

Sarah this my first time watching your review. You have carved out a niche all your own. “I like” ❤

[@Sly_Wolf_1]

😍Just beautiful, stunning! And I really like the lexus too!

[@davemyers7507]

Hey your finger pointers right on I can see exactly what you’re talking about I’m gonna go rent one of these for Christmas and I’ll give you my point of view on it thanks for the video

[@violinmiata]

Love the body roll free revving at park, this Lexus has some muscle car vibes. Without the crappy interior. Used to like Honda over Toyota and now I’m solidly in the Toyota camp, they just make cars that I like more.

[@lanternsown3525]

I like the color and the V8 rocks great review Sarah.

[@cameronthomson6141]

Wish we had gotten these in Aus. Such an awesome car.

[@bonusyes]

Thank you for all your awesome videos.

[@timothywolleck7628]

Staggers upward tips are my favorite too.

[@feloniusdrunk]

Hey Bayerische Motoren Werke AG send Sarah your cars to review starting with the M3. I don't watch most other motoring journalists but Sarah is 100% committed to the same ethos as you.

[@Mister006]

Toyota needs to sponsor you to stop by the booth at North American International Auto Show - NAIAS (2023) September 16 - September 24 or at the San Diego International Auto Show December 30, 2023 - January 2, 2024 Even if you just show up and say hi to fans who watch you, that's a win.

[@DIVEnSOME]

Last of the last V8 luxury small sedans 😢, we will miss these type of cars

[@Ninjewk20]

aaah 10:52 the v8 giggle, love it!

[@troybjones4]

Nice to see the F sport version! I shoppped the IS500 vs. Audi RS7 as the last contenders for performance v8 4 door sedans last year. I just wish Toyota put an AWD system with this .. but overall love the style and the engine:) thanks Sarah!

[@DemonViewLLC]

That's me! I'm a "people on the internet watching car reviews!..... wait there are car restoration video's on this channel? Gosh I hope you do a 71 celica because I need to restore our 71 celica and I have NO IDEA what I'm doing... thank god I got a spare I can work on first... what could possibly go wrong.....

[@bluesmoke8714]

Better subscribe, most detail oriented car restoration professional.

[@DeMobBoss]

Solid review of a very impressive car for 2023!

[@ManuelRodriguez001]

That orange color is 🔥!

[@Yoshdogg]

Thank you for reviewing my car! I bought that exact spec 5 hundo last month! I love your work, keep it up, even if BMW hates you! 🎉😂

[@pmiahky]

Great review! I just put a deposit/order in for one here in Nashville. 3-4 months.

[@samstvshow]

That braking is impressive.

[@nashbridges120]

I love your reviews. Great work.

[@robcreel4257]

A rare one indeed. Almost the last of the V-8s.

[@bcvijasiu]

Love it! I too chose it over M3. Mine is the Molten Pearl. I love the color. I love gte engine. I love the sound. And I love the drive. I miss a manual, but the transmission when warm is great.

[@mohammadkhan1521]

You are the only one who gave an honest and detailed review of this car. I have watched so many other reviews of this car. After watching this, I am seriously considering buying this car. Yes, I agree that the V8 engine and horsepower are the best parts of this car. My only concern is the transmission delay.

[@PhoenixStarborn]

The Engine Specs and manufacturer collaboration sounds like it would be very nice motor.

[@jaritsu]

Hey I just picked one of these up like a month ago! And yeah I live in AZ and the AC is so OP it freezes me out when I have it on full blast.

[@Mitsuman77]

I have an ‘08 ISF, and absolutely love it! Sucks if they kill off the Japanese muscle.

[@theodoredugranrut8201]

Amazing features thanks Sarah Central California watching

[@davidkucher5.0Coy]

You get the best ones anyway Sarah, love that car absolutely beautiful just like yourself. 😎👌👍