Should You Buy a Lexus ISF? 2010 Lexus IS-F Review

[@b3r15ky]

The question isn’t “should you buy the ISF”, but it’s more of “is there any ISF for sale for you to buy?”

[@erickcavazos3974]

For real thooooo

[@Unplugged704]

And is it at a good price! 😂

[@breezy0954]

Hahaha yo there’s only like 6 isf for sale here in Nz 😂😭

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

we aint ever selling hahahahahahhahahahaaaa

[@definitionXrp]

Barely any

[@spartacus2954]

For God sake stop promoting the ISF otherwise the people will wake up on this car and they will get unattainable! Just wait till I buy one pls!

[@dreday77764]

Love me 2010 ISF!! Only 50k km!!

[@j3str15]

I got one 2 years ago and put 20000 km on it since. I can sell it today for $3000 more. If you want one, don't sit on your hands

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

yeah shhhhhhh FFS

[@domojim]

Lmao I'm really considering buying one due to this channel

[@azargelin]

yea man the prices r shooting up

[@TheDavcrz5]

I have owned my 2011 ISF now as this month 10yrs. Its been FBO for 9yrs RR Racing Tune and Tuned intake for several yrs now. It has 105k miles DD for 7yrs suburbs to NYC winter, spring, summer and fall, it saw 28 track days in its first 3yrs. It has been flawless😁 just routine maintenance for 10yrs.

[@loganfloyd_23]

You think 27k for a 2010 with 80k miles is a good price ?

[@VietyF]

@@loganfloyd_23absolutely

[@jaynikk758]

Yes ​@@loganfloyd_23, I am looking at an '08 with 110k miles for 25k so you are getting a very good deal

[@ethericdezigns1528]

@@loganfloyd_23hell yes, they are priced high as hell in my area.

[@ethericdezigns1528]

I’m thinking about trading in my current daily driver for one but… I fear the winter season with the RWD system. Are you getting into skids often?

[@esteve72]

I feel like these cars when new were overlooked compared to their flashier competition, namely the M3 and C63, but on the used market where reliability is key, there might be more interest in the ISF now than when it was new. People are realizing what a great overall package the ISF is.

[@Midwest..]

ISF is getting hard to find and hold value

[@Fee.1]

They had pretty unreal competition. Proof as ever competition is always good for the consumer

[@esteve72]

@@Fee.1 True, the track star M3 and the brute C63 had the Lexus development team making yearly improvements to the car, with the biggest for the 2011 MY.

[@theylive2749]

Two words: dealer markup. The 2008 ISFs were in the $75k range when they hit the lots when MSRP was around $57k.

[@MRwilsondraws]

@@theylive2749 DAMN

[@moonman_8935]

Best model years are 2010-2014 because of the Torsen LSD which was standard.

[@304derrick]

Harder to find those. 08 are easier to find.

[@sunnysantaanajr2593]

After two years, I finally bought one. BEST DECISION OF MY LIFE.

[@gobbophreak]

got one 3 years ago, for the v8, and it's the same.

[@j3str15]

I love mine 2011 isf but with prices just heading up on these, part of me wants to wrap it in cotton wool and hide it deep in the garage. The other part of me just wants to keep listening to that second intake and keep driving it every day! first world problem......may have to get a second one as a daily. Great video, love you videos and easy down to earth attitude, keep it up. Cheers from Australia

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks mate!

[@theylive2749]

Same feeling here! I’ve got a GSF but with it now discontinued and prices going up - I’m trying to baby it more! Just can’t see myself ever selling it.

[@greebuh]

I'm going to drive the shit out of mine.

[@molon___labe]

I have a is 350 and really considering upgrading to the IS F. This video really helped thank you!

[@nickadkins7765]

Do it! It is a blast to drive!

[@molon___labe]

Nick Adkins I set up a test drive for one tomorrow! Hopefully it’s in good shape.

[@Midwest..]

For HP gain IS350. Exhaust = 10 hp RR Racing Tune = 20 hp PPE header = 20 hp RR Racing Supercharger = 120 hp

[@Midwest..]

I also got IS350 with FBO + RR Racing Tune its fun to drive, but of course ISF is awesome and good top end it take off like rocket after 100 mph.

[@molon___labe]

@@Midwest.. wow thats some good mods im assuming you're pushing close to 460 HP from the crank?

[@guillermoking2662]

Although I would love an LSD differential on my 08 ISF specifically for donuts, I have taken it around very tight corners at high speed and the car stays planted to the pavement with my open differential. I've also been able to do dual tire burnouts. I have the RR racing custom made carbon fiber steering wheel on mine and not only does it look sexy but it makes the steering feel so much more sporty. I have quite a few upgrades on mine including aesthetics but the next big upgrades will be PPE headers with the tune and possibly the V3 suspension system. Edit: I never plan on selling this V8 beast!

[@carloskindred4485]

I havae the ppe headers but Ive heard the rr racing steering wheel gives another 15 hp

[@Toyota4Life]

This car is masterpiece. IMO the best small Japanese high performance luxury sedan and if you think about it’s the only one. I will own one in the signature F blue.

[@unknownsource4359]

I got 40k saved up just to get the right 2012+ ISF.

[@giulianodimurro1638]

I have a 08 mercury silver isf with 78 k on the clock . I have it 3 years since it had 56 k on it ! I live in Dublin ireland so it’s so rare 1 of 7 in this country! It was an ex lotto winners car ! Traded in a 03 m3 manual converiable !! This is the ultimate family car for a petrolhead!! Best purchase ever!!! Wolf in sheep’s clothing ! That’s this beast!! Buy one if u ever see it for sale !! That’s my advice ! I have driven great cars in the past ! This is the best ! V8 ever!! Worry free

[@DecafBacon]

Great review! Covers why I love the ISF. Characterful engine + reliability means I get to have fun everyday.

[@EatSleepDrive]

Couldn't agree more!

[@ph0bolus]

went over the cons perfectly...love mine, such a fun car to drive, and love my cold starts. I actually wrapped the trim on mine to black carbon fiber to match the interior.

[@SouthernCrossMotors]

Love these things. A few for sale here in Australia. Early 08 - 10 cars are in the low $30,000 range or even high $20k with lots of miles. The one I want is the 2012 and later. Holy Grail is the 2014 models. Not many in Australia but were the best. These are in the mid to high $40k range.

[@jimshwartz9636]

This aged well 😢

[@carloskindred4485]

I have the 2012 but i paid 54 k !

[@carloskindred4485]

Although mine has Joe z exhaust and mca coilovers

[@frankylie]

Really well summarised...the black leather interior holds up a lot better than white though and the dash and door cards can also have problems but aside from that spot on 👍

[@Vikturus22]

The thing that lexus does so well apart from reliability is comfort! Ive owned 2009 Audi A6 ( with the 3.2 ) a BMW 540i and a mercedes C55 and None of them are anywhere near as comfortable as my Lexus. My 2010 ISF is by far the most comfortable car I have ever driven and also ultra reliable up to this point, it has the power to keep up with these cars no problem too and even gets decent fuel economy on open road compared to the German stuff ( i get 32mpg on highway in this car and 22 around town ) Also for context on comfort im a big dude at nearly 300lb so that should say something :)

[@dahra]

hey i own a c55 right now and I'm looking at the isf, was the power difference clear stock v stock? or did they feel similar?

[@Vikturus22]

@@dahra the isf is much smoother compared to the c55. If you are after more of daily instead of insane performance go the isf. The c55 is nice but no where near as reliable

[@MichaelLazarov]

Been wanting this car for the past 2 months!

[@binoymathew5413]

Have the same exterior colour.. true sleeper car, hardly any ISFs around, have surprised many Porsche drivers in the ISF, among others, including snobs in Range Rovers....the whine above 4000 rpm really does clear way ahead.

[@Johnnybananass-_]

Yamaha has a long history with tuning engines for Toyota My old Altezza Gita was a straight 6 with a head designed and tuned by Yamaha called the Beams engine. such a great match of reliability and technical know-how

[@binoymathew5413]

Thats Aluminium weave...I really like it. Brings a bit of sophistication in a largely monotonous interior. Quality is above par.

[@mikhailkitshoff4021]

My Dad and I have each just acquired one, his a Silver 2010, and I mine a Blue 2010. He’s doing a 1800km roadtrip to bring it home. I’m doing a 700km trip to fetch mine. The scary thing there is only 31 ISF registered in South Africa.

[@sergiopereira9546]

Great review, hope you're enjoying the isf, I'm staying around while there's isf content

[@EatSleepDrive]

Glad you're enjoying the content! I never keep cars for too long, but I hope you'll stick around for the next venture. I always like experiencing and learning new platforms.

[@nitroxide17]

Jakub+Yuri=this guy

[@binoymathew5413]

I have been using paddle shifters since 2008, started with the VW CC (steering mount) the a humble Mitsubishi Montero Sport (column mount), but I find the ISF gears a bit odd, I could start the CC and the Montero Sport in the second gear (even the 2009 LR2 with tiptronic function can do this), but the ISF can't. I guess you might suggest that ISF is expected to be more sporty....point well taken, but as my daily driver, the ISF puts down so much power in the first gear, that launching quick without spinning the rear wheels....very difficult, especially if surface is wet. Launching with 2nd gear would have been good. But let me be honest, having had the ISF as a daily driver for over a year, I find the normal auto mode for the transmission is really good. I still consider it a blessing, the ISF.

[@is4life862]

Good video. I'm looking forward to the ISF return hopefully 🤔

[@EatSleepDrive]

You and me both!

[@Steven-zk5pt]

Next weeks video title: Why I'm selling my Lexus ISF

[@AMBATUKAM11111]

Lmao

[@EatSleepDrive]

You know me all too well.

[@nicholaspinedo9675]

@@EatSleepDrive better not be selling it!! keep modding man im following the build

[@itheus]

X2 will be sold soon

[@qnunyuh8417]

you called it

[@benila3992]

SUBD! Your my new go-to for IS-F content! Enjoy the rest of your channel as well, keep it comin! 😎👍

[@EatSleepDrive]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@brask310]

Your 3 videos too late. By next vid he'll be selling this lmao

[@qnunyuh8417]

coming from 98 240 and a 2000 gs I'm ok with dated and with red seats and a teal shift knob with matching air freshener it makes the white carbon/ aluminum weave a little less goddy ,keep up the good content.

[@brucewayne5471]

Left will always be downshift and right upshift on the paddles 🤦🏽‍♂️ what's the confusion?

[@irnifilms]

Nice, honest review. Love the car and the simple mods! Only thing that wasn't accurate was the LSD; the older versions had an e-diff which is still an LSD and it does work but with delay, which is why most, including myself, prefer the 2010+ models.

[@ppawlows2000]

E-diff means the ABS will apply brakes to the spinning wheel to slow it down. It is not a real diff.

[@Zooooooooooom123]

Great information and video ! I own a 2017 IS. It's a great car, but I'm really looking into one of these. Even if it's an older model. Maybe as a second car ? I just find these newer models are more for reliability. Not much performance

[@EatSleepDrive]

I hope they bring the F model back to the latest generation IS. You should drive one and see if you like it.

[@zacharyparis]

Sorry, but column mounted paddles make absolutely no sense for any kind of “sporty” driving.

[@theylive2749]

You shouldn’t be shifting in corners anyway. If you are, you judged the turn wrong. Racing school 101.

[@zacharyparis]

@@theylive2749 definitely. And your hands should be at 9 and 3 which is exactly in synch with wheel mounted paddles at all times.

[@binoymathew5413]

2008 ISF had the first 8 speed transmission (along with the LS).

[@dreday77764]

Love my 2020 obsidian black ISF!! Only done 50k km coming to you from Australia!!

[@shiftautomotive854]

2020 ISF?

[@dreday77764]

Car Guy Correction 2010 bought in 2020

[@EatSleepDrive]

Wow, wow mileage. Enjoy!

[@georgehrubec7107]

Great content. Thank you. Have you driven M5 E39? I would be interested in your thoughts how both compare.

[@EatSleepDrive]

I have not, maybe one day.

[@aicuni4439]

My friend in this video would be good to mention:parts cost,maintenance,fuel consumption

[@Unplugged704]

I want to buy ISF but it’s so over priced now! Finding 08’ 150K still selling for +$30K

[@2kscmax]

Good review, I have 08 ISF (FBO) as my weekend/Summer car, I love it, and by the way i'm from Michigan. Cheers!

[@stevenkee61]

Great review!! Unfortunately, I cannot buy them in my country, too expensive. 😅

[@kibo5000F]

Good morning. Lexus ISF drive looks fun. 👍😊

[@EatSleepDrive]

It was!

[@is4life862]

@@EatSleepDrive Wow you got rid of it already 😳

[@markymark560]

I get about 32 mpg out of mine on a long run.

[@sultanm2165]

Is that an xforce exhaust on it?

[@mohammedkhan1418]

How would you compare the IS-F to W204 C63 AMG? Your thoughts....

[@EatSleepDrive]

Both special. C63 engine is insane and makes a lot more power and responds well to mods. ISF is of course more reliable. ISF is more eager to attack a twisty road, C63 is a little more cruiser.

[@charless1177]

What are your thoughts about the 2nd gen is350 as a daily? Better fuel economy and pretty much same car without the v8 right?

[@iheartgs400]

Lower insurance and maintenance costs the 2GR is a goat motor proven to go 400K miles.

[@shiftautomotive854]

pretty quick car i’d say it’s a sleeper with full bolts on, even stock it’s pretty quick. The gearing on the 2nd gen is350 are aggressive will beat a lot of v8 from a dig.

[@mannegar7650]

Does this 2010 model has a real mechanical Limited Slim differential?

[@CarViktory]

Is this car a 2010? Is does not have the updated dash with the big rpm-meter wich all 2010 models are suppoused to have. Might be a 2009 that where sold new 2010?

[@davidg2910]

That happened in 2011. MY changes here: www.clublexus.com/forums/is-f-2008-2014/774838-is-f-year-differences-reference.html

[@CarViktory]

@@davidg2910 Ahh, thanks for the link. I have seen 2010 with the updated instrument cluster but must have been a 2011 modell year then.

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

@@CarViktory it is possible to fit the newer cluster to older cars

[@martinvargas4523]

Quit a few on the fb pages for sale. Washington has a few listed. Few in Oregon. I'm possibly getting one. But love my 3rd Gen IS350 F Sport. Not sure if really want to sell it.

[@joseroman3889]

People wont use Navigation? Why? I need Nav Sometimes

[@smoogeezy22]

I'm in Cincinnati also if you want to sell it

[@Life_of_Chapo7]

Where can I get those lights?

[@hulkx12]

I got a 2014 about a month ago 😇

[@1sammyboy100]

I love this car and I can definitely get it for a great price!!! However, i'm almost 6'5 and I worry that I won't fit in there comfortably and that whoever is behind me won't fit comfortably either :( :( :( :( I won't always have guests but it's definitely something to consider :/ Should I Get an Audi S4 instead?? Thoughts guys??? #lexus #audi

[@Olvera_emi]

You have full vlands?

[@timmyi1030]

What’s the common problems on ISF. Is there any oil consumption issue?

[@gotfood9389]

Water pump for early models, valley plate leak, dash and door cards on recall if eligible. Some people have radiator issues. Stock front lca bushing promotes camber wear in tires

[@tleoipl37]

Don’t forget oem headers can crack too. I really want one next in a year or two. Still keeping my IPL G tho lol. Looking for an 11+

[@nickadkins7765]

@@tleoipl37 i just bought a 2011 SFP with 78k miles. PPE headers, magnaflow exhaust, intake elbow, tune, cusco 1.5 way LSD, and swift springs. It's so much fun 🥰....I just drove it 320 miles to Myrtle Beach and averaged 25.6 mpgs on the highway with intermittent a/c use and some fun pulls in between 😉

[@tleoipl37]

Nick Adkins damn man I need one rn

[@nickadkins7765]

@@tleoipl37 take a look at it. Awesome cars! @ayo_napkinz

[@elgenius7536]

Get an '11 and up.

[@AsphaltRhys]

Been thinking about selling my three shitboxes to get into one ISF, seems like the best choice

[@EatSleepDrive]

It's a hell of an all arounder

[@didafm]

Induction noise is amazing. But they are just too expensive. German rivals such as the B8.5 Audi S4 are just as reliable....

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

hahahahahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahaaaaaa good one keep beleiving that

[@valdaviper1]

B8.5 S4 is probably the most reliable Audi, but it's easily a class below this car. You have to go stage 2 to be quicker, and it's nose heavy and doesn't have the V8 sound. Nicer interior and best AWD out there though. ISF are pricey, but it's great for owners, not so much potential owners.

[@theylive2749]

That’s a total lie. An oil burning, supercharged, German, V6 is nowhere near the reliability or longevity of a hand built Japanese V8 with factory Yamaha heads. A 2UR can get 300k miles with proper maintenance. Good luck with the B8. Lol

[@christopherbelshe]

I owned an Audi and put more money in that car than any car I ever owned. It was the newest car in my fleet only being a year old with 18k when I purchased it. Used to much oil and starved the turbos plus water pump went out. Sold and got another Lexus

[@Johnnybananass-_]

All the fun and finnese of a euro GT car and sports car with the service costs of a Toyota ... haha . Im a happy GS350 owner looking to downsize and power up to the ISF

[@a.p.0.v]

19 years old about to be 20, got a job that could allow me to get one of these bad boys, only thing is I’m in no debt. Therefore if I get one of these I’ll be in debt 27,990.

[@kiellivancleef5278]

I'm trying to buy one in cash I ain't tryna be in debt for a car fr

[@Fee.1]

14:10 how many sedans fit 4 decent size adults in the back seat 😜

[@AddictedMotors]

Hmm, one day soon...

[@bigcrush6801]

Imma buy one one day💪🏾💪🏾..

[@tle1015]

What brand for the bushing?

[@nickadkins7765]

RR racing "USRS" Bushing

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

or FIGS

[@theylive2749]

FIGS

[@ayomidemoyosore5845]

Pls can you compared the ISF to the charger RT

[@gavintholen6144]

Charger rt gets bussed if it’s a 5.7

[@qnunyuh8417]

the charger RT is the best bang for the buck, but it slower , bigger, heavier, doesn't handle as well, cheaper interior materials, transmission doesn't shift as fast, smaller brakes, doesn't hold its value as well and also over saturated way too many on the street compared to the ISF ,but dont get me wrong its not a bad car at all and there is way more aftermarket support for the challenger compared to the ISF

[@tcmcclure2323]

Not comparable. The isf pulls out ahead of the 392 scat pack.

[@gavintholen6144]

Q Nunyuh debatable I’d go 5.0 mustang over a 5.7 hemi anyday it’s pretty much the same money and a 5.0 is walking any 5.7 anyday of the week

[@qnunyuh8417]

@@gavintholen6144 ,for sure that coyote is a monster and a lot more tunable, solves the little weight issues comes in manual and has a pretty fast auto version and a lot of options available to get them at a great price

[@LaYungFlock]

Can a tall person fit in it??

[@EatSleepDrive]

I'm 6'1 and have plenty of room.

[@_MIKIMOTO_]

2nd Gen IS owners wya 👇🏼

[@whatexcitesme4458]

Albeit, a good video.

[@mobettaspice]

The isF is fast but not that much faster then my 2008 is350. My car does 0-60 in 4.9sec and the isF does it in 4.5sec 😅.

[@gavinr9107]

Yes they have similar acceleration times of the line, however in roll on's and the top end the ISF walks away. However if you owned an IS350 it would not be justifiable upgrading to an ISF, better off with a supercharger kit.

[@MarkShaw1]

Maybe similar 0-60 but the ISF is much quicker above 60

[@mobettaspice]

Mark Shaw don’t get me wrong. I know. But I like 0-60 times.

[@shiftautomotive854]

got any bolt on & exhaust?

[@mobettaspice]

Car Guy no it’s all shock.

[@repallowasel1878]

If I find one for under $20k ill buy it. but they are all over $25k. 😭😭😭

[@EatSleepDrive]

Yeahhhh. Prices on these seem to be going up honestly. I don't see them ever really getting any cheaper

[@repallowasel1878]

@@EatSleepDrive Pretty much almost an investment

[@benila3992]

You're telling me! I just seen first gen IS300's go up to $6-7k like wtf???

[@shiftautomotive854]

Ben Ila sold mine is300 manual for 8k

[@nickadkins7765]

They pop up pretty frequently for under $20k. Infact this guy bought his for under $20k.

[@Honja999]

No you shouldn't buy one because I want one

[@sharifalhabarneh5339]

This is my car by the way 😅 ,

[@michaelvang1902]

Don't buy an ISF unless the Valley plate leak has been fixed or get an extended warranty. If not, prepare to spend serious money on an old car.

[@gotfood9389]

Thanks for making the video so the car holds value better 😏😏😏😏😏

[@Bama_RTMF]

what is the damn beeping sound?

[@EatSleepDrive]

Shift warning at redline.

[@jkunz27]

@@EatSleepDrive is there any way to turn that off?

[@alexanderv.8961]

20 MPG?! Yea...right lol

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

on long journeys thu europe I regularly got 30+ mpg (uk gallon)

[@JuanTomlinson472]

It's like a Japanese muscle car lol 😂

[@enizzle]

Let me know when you wanna sell. I’m in Ohio too. Lol

[@babyyoda8195]

the first