2008 Lexus ISF Review | Misunderstood Muscle

[@antoine019]

Best car review i've seen on YT. Largely better than journalists who just have fun with the car but unable to try it as a user. Great job.

[@193322009]

Excellent review! You covered the "normal" commute type of driving very well. I think the one area that this beats the BMW and Mercedes is in the reliability factor. Very few cars today have both the high performance and great reliability built into their designs. That's why I just purchased a beautiful 2011 IS F 5.0 ;o)

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Congrats on the purchase! Completely agree 👍🏼

[@route66garage59]

Plenty of older reliable BMW’s and Mercedes still on the road and on the track so I don’t think the isf has them beat there either, just my experience. ✌️

[@uz1144]

I had a ISF 08 back when it came out, I kept it for 4 years 60k miles 0 issues. Had to sell because of 2 kids and car seats won’t fit. Picked up a 2019 gsf 3 yrs ago. Yes it’s not fast as Germans, well Germans are not as fast as teslas so acceleration is not the only factor. Input on a exhaust and it’s just a rare car and insane reliability in mix. I know ISF owners with over 300k ruining like new

[@wummrs]

The new BMW B58’s are exactly that - some would say the B58 is the new 2JZ.

[@the_hessian__]

@@route66garage59 It murders it's direct competitors the e90 and c63 here. It's not even close. That's the point.

[@integraxtr3971]

Spot on with the review. I'm lucky to have both an ISF and E92 M3 (which I just did the rod bearings on haha). They sure don't make cars that sound like these anymore!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Completely agree, thanks for the comment! Even though the rod bearings go on the e90’s, it’s still an amazing car

[@Minato2003]

What a great combo

[@route66garage59]

Sick combo for sure 🤘❤️

[@alexisperez4100]

I bought my in May 2008 and I still enjoy every minute of it @ 44,000 miles. Changed tires ones, battery twice, air filter once, flush coolant once. Everything is factory. What a fantastic value! It has all the power you need on public roads. ❤Only issue is, the sun visor is too short when turned to cover the sun from the window. I am 5,11.

[@MD-uu5nt]

Why do you drive it so little? I bought my 2008 in 2020 and it had 43,000 miles on it. It now has 83,000. When cars are as reliable as these why wouldn't you drive it all the time?

[@AshishBalajiR]

I will buy it off you lol, if you ever plan to sell let me know. I want a clean low mielage example

[@seashackf1]

@@MD-uu5ntdepends on how many other cars he has and what they are. Maybe this car fits a specific purpose and has other cars for different purposes.

[@jeremiahglass8262]

Great review! I own a 2008 Lexus IS-F, it just rolled over 270,000 miles. and the only repair I’ve ever done to it, is replaced the starter…. I wonder if M3s and C63s have that kind of reliabilty😂😂😂😂

[@VersanGetryx]

I've had four C63s and haven't had many issues, although had a valve cover gasket on one that needed replacing. The C63s are pretty reliable post 2012+. But I just bought an IS-F from BringATrailer and excited to compare it to my 2015 C63S sedan!

[@fatboynip]

You never had to do the valley plate?

[@7h3th1]

It feels like you have been reviewing cars for decades , the level of qaulity and simplicity its a great review m8

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks! Really appreciate that

[@aerovaportrail1392]

Love the car! It was a beast that not a lot of people were aware of until they got smoked! I now have a 2015 RC F and it too is awesome!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Right on, that’s dope! Thanks for the comment

[@andrewreisinger6860]

Too bad the RC-F has really never taken off. Glad they make the IS500 now (same F engine minus the badging. A daily driver MUST have 4 doors, in my humble opinion.

[@alirizvi5553]

Amazing review, couldn't agree more! I have owned multiple BMW's , Audi and MB cars, while I do really enjoyed them. I own a Lexus IS F and drive it daily. You just can't beat the full package you get with the Lexus F models. Yeah they are not the fastest on the road but are more than enough to keep you happy with such low maintenance and reliability...

[@blu_is500]

Very nice review, you clearly understand Lexus' point of view. The duality within F and now the F Sport Performance lines are clearly the best of both worlds. Give me a comfortable ride with decent tech during the week and a Mountain Sweeper / Canyon Carver on the weekends! Thanks for posting.

[@andreas2urgse]

Great Review, we have only between 200 - 220 Units of the ISF in Germany :) the perfect Sleeper on the Autobahn . Best regards from bavaria

[@marsboxing]

Thanks for this review. This car is actually soo underrated it’s criminal. I’ve never heard about the ISF till like a week ago. I knew about the 250,350. Was planning on one of those and was looking at video that was comparing them and the guy says; “yeah, the 350 is pretty quick, just a good amount over the 250 blah blah Till the ISF came along”. This peaked my curiosity so I researched and now I’m obsessed with it. V8, 4 doors, reliable, comfortable, subtle. Got to have it.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Couldn’t agree more! Thanks for the comment

[@XBrandonLeeX765]

I think this car has a bit of every platform you mentioned in the beginning of the video. It handles great, not as precise as an e90/92. It has the characteristics of a muscle car, yet it’s not as brutal as the displacement as the 6.3 in the MB. It has tech ahead of it’s time that got made fun of & now everyone has adopted it. In the end I think you end up with a balanced product. I’m on my 3rd IS F & absolutely love it.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Completely agree!

[@asapmonkey2393]

what happened to the first two ISF u had

[@XBrandonLeeX765]

@@asapmonkey2393 The first one was a 2011. It was heavily modified & wasn’t the color combo I wanted. I was coming from a 250, 350, & finally had a chance to get an F. A year later, I trade it in for another 2011 with the color combo I wanted. 3 years after , I get T boned at an intersection. I waited 4 years & got my third one this past August.

[@asapmonkey2393]

@@XBrandonLeeX765 Oh nice does yours come with an lsd. I would probably get that car as my first car.

[@flyincoach]

Hey, i know this is a year old comment but what do you think of buying an IS-F now a days and what should i look for or know before getting one? Would you say its bad to get as a first car purchase? drive a pretty old 01 RX 300 currently but its the family car.

[@nickadkins7765]

I think your iPhone reference is backwards 😂 the AMG and M3 are definitely the iphone users showboating about how great they are.... while the ISF android user is the easy one to live with, and just flying under the radar with people not realizing what they're missing. Android is so much simpler to use than iPhone in my experience. Facetime is cool though. I just wanted to chime in on that, but great review and video! I really enjoyed it

[@sammygoris]

Bloody good review mate. I clicked on this video only wanting to spend a minute or so watching it, but you've done such a good job crafting your dialogue and points that I've kept watching! Keep it up brother!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks bruv, appreciate the comment!

[@anthonyatlanta2000]

Great review ! I am a newly owner of an 2008 ISF .. I loved it. Learned aloe from your review!

[@SouthernCrossMotors]

Love my ISF. As you say, to just dawdle around town it is easy. Very tight turning circle too. Only downside for short city driving is the fuel consumption. About 15 litres per 100km or 15.5 mpg (US) You can bypass the 3,600 rpm intake flap by removing the small vacuum hose and plugging the ends. Sounds great from 1,800 or so 👍 When modified you keep the mild mannered car but at the track have a low 12 second or even high 11 second weapon. Mine is nice and quiet but capable of amazing performance. The only issue mechanically I have had is the famous (or infamous) valley plate leak. These are so reliable. Just get in and drive. Thanks for the review of your beastie.

[@tleoipl37]

Looking for a 11+ ISF down the line in the next year or so. I know about the crack dash, header issue, and valley plate leak. What else is there issue wise?

[@skrrtgarage3922]

I’m making a video on what to look for soon 👍🏼

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Completely agree bro! I’m stoked to get some new headers/tune on my car

[@SouthernCrossMotors]

@@tleoipl37 not much. I had the sticky dash and valley plate leak. The other is the right hand header cracks at the rear. I had all 3 🤣🤣😂😂

[@tleoipl37]

@@SouthernCrossMotors oof

[@augustortiz]

That was a beautiful start. Im 100% with you that the early to late 2000’s cars were the absolute best. Analog enough to be fun, modern enough to not be complete tin can shitboxes and had the most interesting drivetrains.

[@southbayengineered6905]

I believe this was my old isf !! Was this car registered in SoCal from 2016-2018?

[@Hoffie92]

that's it. I was looking for an excuse to save for a ISF. you sir. just gave me one. I also love that 90% of people don't know what it is. styling wise it's a really bland car. everyone knows the M3, and C63. but not many people oudside of the diehard car fanbase know of the ISF and what a cool car it is.

[@mercbait]

@skrrtgarage 13:02 you should be able to turn "Day Mode" off in the display settings so that the screen automatically goes darker when the headlights are on. Also, make sure your Instrument panel lighting knob isn't turned all the way up (past the click) to allow the screen to dim

[@xxmobstrxx8535]

This car is under rated but over priced. I’d love to buy one but I’m not spending $25k+ on a car from 2008 with 100k+ miles

[@route66garage59]

Agreed! Like for me it’s a great car but I’ve liked it under a scope and I just can’t find anything about it that would green light spending more than $18k-$23k tax included.

[@EJ257IHI]

I'm assuming you wouldn't have spent $67,000 on it brand new? So just out of curiosity, what would you spend $25,000 right now with 400+ horsepower from the factory?

[@xxmobstrxx8535]

@@EJ257IHI 65k when it was brand new is definitely worth it. I’d buy an Audi s7 has more up to date features and looks good although they aren’t the most reliable they are worth the money just need to save for maintenance.

[@EJ257IHI]

@@xxmobstrxx8535 That was me back in 2013, $67K out the door. Still got the car. One of my neighbors used to have a supercharged Audi RS4. I think he became an expert at dis-assembling his car due to all the issues it had. When it ran it was very fast, 625 bhp with some Stage 5 clutch. Couldn't believe when he sold it someday. Fun times. My ISF is fairly stock, just HPS intake and aFe drop in air filter.

[@jesseserrano6520]

@@xxmobstrxx8535 i believe your mechanic will love it more since he will be making top dollar on a monthly basis from you

[@InvictaTLU]

2005-2015 honestly were those golden years. One day one of those cars in the screenshots you showed will be mine ;)

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Agreed! which car??

[@InvictaTLU]

@@skrrtgarage3922 Well obviously the C63 is on my list. Also the GT500 (Anywhere from 2009-2014) and the M3 (still trying to figure out what year)

[@skrrtgarage3922]

I would be stoked with any of those options! Good picks

[@jr.sciencebros.8411]

I have a IS500 (my first Lexus with a V8) and I thought everything you said is exactly true with the IS500. Things havent changed much and I like that lol.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

That’s awesome man! I love the new IS500, the new design looks really good.

[@rickybuenrostro3632]

That's one of my dream cars, I actually saw a launch edition on the freeway

[@cartergarnon6299]

The ergonomics are soo perfect for a manual, that’s the only reason it was knocked. My only other complaint is about the seats. The top half of the seat back goes is at nearly a 45 degree angle. The headrest ends up like 6” behind the lumbar support. That’s why you see all of those folks in Japan with the little airline pillows on their seats.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Lol true about the seat. And yes, if the ISF came in manual so many people to flock to it

[@romeosincere117]

Finally someone who's had all three cars to give a real review.

[@greebuh]

My ISF is going to be my forever car.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

It’s such a great all around car

[@t-money10]

I track my 08 isF once a month and daily drive it . Has over 100k. 50miles a day, only change the oil lol. Love my Toyota oh ya 22mpg also

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Precisely why it’s such an awesome package 🙏🏼

[@drufetti510]

So you would recommend buying a high milage ISF?

[@andrewreisinger6860]

I have a 2011 IS-F. I don't think I'll ever own another car as special as this one. I haven't had 1 problem with the engine. It's a car the wife will like and you can take your kid to school in. That's the definition of a daily driver. They did make some improvements in the later model years. Also holds a great resale value. Mine has 75k miles and I could get $31,000 for it easily. Only about 5000 of them were sold TOTAL in the US ('08-'2014). 650 sold of the 2011 model year. Very rare!!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

It is a fantastic daily! Long love this platform

[@nickadkins7765]

What color is yours?

[@fusioneer84]

Like always great IS-F content. The noise at 3500 rpm comes from opening the secondary air intake.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Yea, I wonder if the secondary intake is paired with a different ecu tune though 🤔

[@gresss]

@@skrrtgarage3922 It is actuated by a vacuum line. Engine maps would not change the vacuum pressure opening this valve.

[@TGC1023]

@@skrrtgarage3922 Toyota/Lexus does have its own variable valve timing like Honda’s vtec. It’s called vvti. That is what gives it the boost in power and sound. VVTI. The 2JZ had it as well.

[@jdub6797]

The nav has a night mode that makes the screen black. Check your manual or play with the settings under display I believe.

[@binoymathew5413]

Truly amazing review, agree with almost every point, as I have been daily driving a dark grey '08 ISF for over two years and it is such a sleeper, had many confused Porsche Dirvers at the 🚦, almost no one knows about this car, which is a charm for me. Moreover on the highway, at a speed of 45-50mph, I get about 35mpg. Some annoying things I have had, 1) the transmission has no option to start from 2nd gear (maybe in the snow mode, didn't try that), 2) the ride is a bit stiff, I know some aftermarket parts to help improve, but I prefer stock. Things to love about....can't list them all, but everything about the car is special.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks! Completely agree, such a fantastic daily driver package

[@zaneiken07]

Snow starts in 2nd.

[@binoymathew5413]

@@zaneiken07 thank you.

[@route66garage59]

Binoy Matthew a 1970’s Porsche? 😂 yeah honestly you’re not leaving any Porsche drivers confused lol. I mean I can list a bunch of cars even 4 pots that can slap the isf around on the track let alone the 🚦 and even those can’t take a Porsche. 💁🏻‍♂️ This is the type of internet overhype that causes dealerships to turn around and try to rip off people who want to buy an isf. Smh.

[@binoymathew5413]

@@route66garage59 the whole point I was trying to make was that the Porsche Drivers had probably not even seen an isf and hence never expected the sort of performance that their scramblings couldn't keep up with the isf....this includes most porsches except for the ones of the last two years.... you probably have not driven a isf.... I don't blame you....

[@e_richc393]

You’re absolutely Right!!!! I love ISF Great video 👍🏼

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks brother!

[@jak9901]

In my '08 I've found the best workaround for the lazy around town transmission is to just keep it in sport and manual mode unless I'm in a residential zone and need to watch my speed. It's honestly too much fun to not drive it that way all the time

[@skrrtgarage3922]

I agree, the manual mode is certainly the best way to get around the lazy trans. Thanks for the comment!

[@Justinator88]

to avoid the bright nav startup - press display and turn display off. you can go into nav, etc whenever you like. super simple! also have your night mode on when you do end up hitting the nav button.

[@jcworld3280]

At last someone that appreciates the car. Agreed with you about the car.I daily and track the car. Good review!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Right on! Thanks for the comment

[@kiraninderman305]

Best way to describe this car Jekyll and Hyde. X pipe, Headers and 30% ethanol mix to wake it up a bit. Miss my ISF. Excellent review

[@TobajzzHD]

Great video! About the map being too bright, there is a dimmer switch on the left side of the steering wheel turning the map into ''Night mode''

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks for the tip! Ill have to start using it

[@timbrown9731]

I just recently bought my buddies 2013 ultrasonic blue ISF I’ve had the car for a week now I’ve only driven it twice. This thing is amazing. It has Hayward and Scott exhaust on it and the Apex intake tube has 285s on the back.

[@SPECTREapparel]

You are correct sir on those points!!! My 08 just hit 140k and still going strong EASTER EGG DO THE Lexus "PEDAL DANCE” ups the performance even more. You’ll def notice the difference

[@luke-ew8qd]

it doesnt up the performance lol just disables all tc and safety features, just means youll spin whenever u floor it

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

I love my 2011 ISF - but the suspension is SO stiff it really detracts from "daily driving". I am soon going to go to Tein coilovers to hopefully make it a bit more compliant.....

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Right on! Please let me know how you like them, I’m considering the KW option

[@Htm]

I have tein’s on now after the swift spring and stock shock combo (2011 ISF). Running them on fully stiff right now and still comfy. That being said I am switching out the spring rates soon. Coming from stock, you’ll be happy with the teins for sure, way more comfy if that’s what you are after!

[@mkgxcommanderx]

The greddy x kw are some high quality coilovers. Definitely improved the ride and handling on my F

[@ltwracing]

There’s no way Tein’s will be better than 2011 shocks. Your suspension is probably blown. I would @ least invest a little more in better coilovers.

[@Htm]

@@ltwracing better in terms of comfort - not performance

[@timbrown9731]

I agree with you on the seating position. I just wish it had a better range so you can lower the seat if you wanted but I think the engineers goal was to keep you high up so you can see over the front end of the car when you’re tracking.

[@agboadeka7629]

Great review Ive watched it countless time looking forward to getting one too ........keep up the good work

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks! I appreciate the support 👍🏼

[@Ryndel]

Watched this review again. Makes me love my 08 usb even more each time. Amazing job man. Ps: the throttle controller I have made a huge difference in the way it feels. Night and day. I can go full grandpa mode or coked out if you sneeze the car will punch you in the back of the head mode lol.

[@damascus-ut1ee]

In the stock intake, you can cap off the vacuum actuator and have the secondary intake open all the time. I didn’t care for it but it’s worth a try. I didn’t feel the “extra” sound from what-ever-cruising-rpm (1000-2000) to 3600rpm was that special, because it revs through it so quick. I also noticed a lot of gas consumption running it like that. Also, the secondary intake path does not have a fresh source of air like the main inlet does. And so when you’re idling I’m sure the air temps go up kinda high being stagnant like that in the engine bay. Good review, I always wanted to try a tuned W204 C63. Also agree on this era of cars 2005-2015.

[@flyzeyefab]

Just acquired a 2008 IS F with 43,006 original miles - it was my mother's car that she rarely drove. It does need interior door panels though - missed the recall period. Great car!

[@markhenry15]

Fantastic and super fair review. I will likely keep mine forever (2011, USB)

[@villainsneverdie5160]

Lexus itself is the most underrated luxuary brand. I would chose to buy lexus over mercedez or BM

[@Greatestofalltime7219]

My car too. Pretty sure it’s electric steering and not hydrologic. Great video !! Speaks a lot that a car guy likes the steering so much

[@leorecio9522]

Same reasons why I bought my IS-F

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Right on!

[@SouthernCrossMotors]

Yes 👍

[@Vijaypall_96]

This is one of the dream cars. Theres a couple in the u.k saw one 20k and under 60k miles. Rcf interiors looks so much nicer though. Love to own a v8 one day before they go.

[@mry82]

Good review and great era of cars... being 40 I am pretty nostalgic for the late 80s to early 00s... back when your right foot was directly connected to the throttle body (not that it is necessarily better)! :)

[@mry82]

p.s. that is a nice "Corolla," haha... It won't downshift if it will cause mechanical over rev, will it?

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Yes, the 80’s to early 2000’s had some greats!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Yea, if you try to downshift more than what the car can handle the ECU will deny the shift

[@mry82]

@@skrrtgarage3922 Gotcha... I figured as much, but... :)

[@darrenlafreniere5034]

Acquired a 2008 IS F late last year (46k miles). Just had all the door panels replaced (soft and sticky). Still need a rear view mirror (LCD de-lamination?), and need [want] to replace the wheels & tyres. Drove it from Virginia to Arizona - fun car. Looking for a second unit.

[@ltwracing]

I thought those Sparco’s looked familiar 👀 lol I’ve now added a third spacer to the steering wheel 😆 haha. I also like the wheel right in my lap. Really nice review 👌🏾

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Haha thanks for the comment! I hate how the steering wheel doesn’t come out any further and I saw your post on FB and I had to include it 😂. I may go down that path too brother!

[@ltwracing]

@@skrrtgarage3922 yea one would be the sweet spot for a daily👌🏾

[@uz1144]

I had a ISF 08 back when it came out, I kept it for 4 years 60k miles 0 issues. Had to sell because of 2 kids and car seats won’t fit. Picked up a 2019 gsf 3 yrs ago. Yes it’s not fast as Germans, well Germans are not as fast as teslas so acceleration is not the only factor. Input on a exhaust and it’s just a rare car and insane reliability in mix. I know ISF owners with over 300k ruining like new

[@sdlausen1]

What you really mean to say is... that 2005-2015 was really just the golden era of sports sedans. Every decade has it's genre and hyped vehicle. For example, you can also say the 90s was the golden era of Japanese sports cars with vehicles like the Supra, RX7, NSX, 300Z, VR4, S2000. Also, if you think about it, today is the golden era of muscle cars (not the late 60s) since we have the GT350/GT500, Camaro ZL1, Charge/Challenger Hellcats/Demon etc. I wonder what will be next!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Yea, I see what you're saying! Personally, I meant overall. I love 90's JDM cars too, but the cars from 2005-2015 are special to me. They have all the modern necessities you need, plus amble power and handling. Most 1990's cars ive owned have less than 200HP lol

[@sdlausen1]

@@skrrtgarage3922 So true! I totally agree with you on the 2005-2015 cars. Plus, this decade doesn't have all the complicated turbo crap under the hood.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Agreed! 😂👍🏼

[@cartergarnon6299]

Sounds like you guys need to scoop up a manual IS300 before they’re all gone.

[@isfrozen3103]

Love the ISF content man

[@skrrtgarage3922]

thanks brother!

[@2910mack]

Very thorugh review, and you are right, auto jornalists give a 1 day driving impression. It speaks nothing of longevity or what it is to live with daily. Great content.

[@Lexrcf]

Awesome review! Very valid points everything was spot on 👌🏼

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks Ray!

[@ramanakram2013]

Videos getting better by the day!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks! 🙏🏼

[@justinae86man]

I believe what your hearing is when you hit 3500rpm yes the secondary throttle opens in the throttle and VVTi kick in at the same point, this was the way the 2 and 3uzfe lexus v8 did it

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Yep, it’s awesome

[@aprilmayjoon]

love the review, almost purchased one myself prior to getting my f type. just moved down from WA to OKC, are there any car meetups down here for euro's or in general?

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks for the comment! Welcome to OKC, yes there are a few. Today I went to a lowkey autocross at the Porsche car club in Edmond. The first Saturday of every month there is a cars and coffee at Chisholm creek area also.

[@juliocgt]

If you adjust the screen dimness right before it locks out/clicks. The screen will change from night mode to day mode depending on brightness of the ambience. So, now you only have 2 things you don't like about it haha. Enjoy it I do enjoy mine! 😉

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Good tip! Just noticed that, thanks!

[@RTSRAZORBACK]

I have a 2009 Toyota Crown Athlete (with the 2GR-FSE - 3.5L V6) as my daily driver and a 2002 Nissan Silvia S15 Spec R (running 410hp) for the summer - I've been looking around at what will replace my Toyota for a while and I think it's gonna have to be an ISF! I wanted a big VIP car but couldn't justify a Crown Majesta with a 4.3 or 4.6L V8 as a daily driver... but my Crown was getting about 25mpg (20mpg in the US) and on a long run, it got 35mpg (29mpg US) which is pretty damn good for a 310hp car that weighs 1800kg! While they aren't amazing figures, they're great for what they are. But the Crown is just such a polar opposite car to my Silvia, so I want something a big more sporty, i.e. faster gearbox, shorter wheelbase, less boat-like handling characteristics but also still fairly luxury. Looks like this ticks all my boxes! Also, the bit you spoke about at 10:15 is called dual VVT-i, where it changes the valve timing at that RPM to allow for more fuel/air (but not to increase valve lift, like VTEC does - Toyota's version of this is called VVTL-i and Nissan's is NeoVVL.)

[@shiftlove]

You need to adjust your head unit settings. You can default it to stay on the last screen you were on. Mine does not default to nav. Also. Don’t turn your cluster illumination knob all the way up or it will lock the screen into full bright all the time. Also…my 2010’s sport button is in the same place on the dash as yours. That may be a 2011+ thing, but I had never seen that button until you showed it.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Yea I believe I had mine in full blast haha. Really? One of my buddies with a 2010 had it on the steering wheel 🤷🏻‍♂️. Maybe they changed midway

[@andrewreisinger6860]

I have the 2011 and the sport button is on the steering wheel.

[@OmgWtfGtf0]

Amazing review! By the way, have you noticed your ISF shifting gears a little jerky from a cold start? Mine does that and I'm not sure why. It goes away after about 3 minutes though once the car has warmed up.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks! Yea mine has a little “lump” between 1-2 when very cold. I think that is somewhat normal

[@ryanromey]

yep I get that also when its cold, then the tranny is warmed up it shifts so much smoother and faster

[@NXrevolution18]

Don't worry, happens to my 2016 GS F which has the same 8 speed. Plenty of other people have said the same so it's normal.

[@KoolieBhai]

Love the content dude, very underrated channel

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks brother! I appreciate it!

[@novoG0D]

Nav is bright because you have the dim setting on your gauges all the way up. Turn it down a little and it will use the auto dim

[@riveracarlos328]

You can adjust the navigation display for when you are day and night time. Atnight it turns dark and during the day it's light automatically

[@SPECTREapparel]

Also production Rarity! 2008 model ISF 2733 in the US 2009 model ISF 436 in the US 2010 model year ISF 502 in the US 2011 model year ISF 654 in the US 2012 model year ISF 568 in the US 2013 model year ISF 139 in the US 2014 model year ISF 86 in the US

[@SethFox94]

Those gear changes are so satisfying!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Not bad at all. Bro, your RS3 is a BEAST

[@davidreyes6660]

As far as daily driveability goes the Audi and Lexus may be on similar playing fields. Lexus wins reliability hands down, Audi does trail behind. Mercedes and BMW are out of the question

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Agreed, thanks for the comment!

[@nickadkins7765]

I had a B5 S4. 6 speed manual and the 4.2 V8. Leaked oil and timing chains made noise on startup with around 100k miles. That's a known thing with those. Worst thing that happens to the ISF is the valley plate leak. That's a one time fix at the dealership for $1000ish or by you/a trusted mechanic for hundreds less. I know several people with over 200k on their F's with just basic Toyota maintenance. Stock and FBO cars

[@KnightIndustries572]

11.50min, the hidden Sport button, I bought a 2013 IS 350 at the start of this year (2nd gen like this car) and it took me a few weeks before I released there was a Sport and snow button as it was so obscured...glad I found it thio...woo hoo!

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Haha isn’t that wild!

[@KnightIndustries572]

@@skrrtgarage3922 Yeah..but Not as wild as your IS F tho, total beast. MY IS350 is known as a Sports Luxury variant, so it's the top of the range variant for the normal IS models, it's absolutely mint, but an IS F is a MASSIVE jump in price, like 2.5 times. I paid $28k AUD late last year (with all on road costs etc etc), but a nice IS F, same year (circa 2013) is around $70k AUD, puts them a bit out if reach, Even a high mileage 08 is $40K AUD here.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Wow. That is quite a jump. That’s still dope you found a mint IS350

[@JCHA10000]

Great review! Subscribed!

[@greebuh]

The early E90 m3 uses different bearing material than the later ones, that's why you see them fail.

[@route66garage59]

Not when they’re properly maintained plus there’s a fix for that issue, I see the running the track real hard and no issues whatsoever. I’ve seen a couple badges as 335i’s and they just have that sleeper look to them, amazing track weapons no doubt.

[@jdub6797]

Also the IS F has electric steering. Sport mode changes the feel of the sterring and also the way the transmission shifts.

[@rodneymacli-ing6123]

yep, how about the e90 m3? i've heard it is so good but i've never been in one yet lol

[@jdub6797]

@@rodneymacli-ing6123 sorry won't buy a BMW so no go for me on the e90 M3.

[@rodneymacli-ing4074]

@@jdub6797 no i was only asking because i wanted to compare it to my isf

[@ykim5262]

how's steering feel?..compared to the latest models ??

[@damianparris2811]

There a toggle switch on the left to turn the brightness down

[@friscostreetstories5403]

Intelligent video good job. What I dont like about all new cars all the buttons. Im happy with a few switches and nothing on the steering wheel. Yea, DSG transmissions shift fast as hell.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Thanks for the comment, appreciate it and I agree!

[@10kratz]

I wish I could have gotten an ISF but I’m pretty happy with my is350 soon tho hopefully

[@Tain950]

Not gonna lie I was interested in this car until I watched this video. I respect your transparency as honesty. The car just seems to come off a little numb.

[@route66garage59]

And overhyped too much on the net, I’d be disappointed to buy one thinking all the hype was true to only to end up disappointed. Just facts.

[@EJ257IHI]

@@route66garage59 So what car did you end up buying?

[@intelligentsportfuji1624]

The shift paddles are magnesium alloy.

[@skrrtgarage3922]

👍🏼

[@dibshadibs]

quick note for the video but the 1970 454 chevelle has 450hp but was later gimped in 72 for emissions. only reason I care is because I own both a 69 chevelle and a 12 isf and while I love both the chevelle was the og car in my life

[@skrrtgarage3922]

I love those old school muscle cars! Yes, but didn’t they change the horsepower ratings in 1971? Prior to 1971 cars where rated on gross horsepower and after they were rated on net horsepower. That’s another reason why the horsepower numbers dropped a ton.

[@dibshadibs]

@@skrrtgarage3922 yeah you're right, it was 71 that it took the first dip in power.

[@selecta2700]

You forgot about headbolts snapping on the m156 in the c63 lol

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Lol very true!

[@route66garage59]

Head gasket leaks, valley plate issues transmission slips on the isf not good when you show up to the track only crawl away Hopi g no one saw you lol. Just saying ✌️😂✌️

[@pthetech-guy7548]

The display can be turned off , I don’t know if that feature applies only to 2010 and up .

[@ryanwashere21]

I've been thinking of buying an ISF but prices keep going up. Might end up going with the is500 when prices get better

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Yea a mint condition ISF it steadily rising. Either way, you’ll love the car 👍🏼

[@greebuh]

6 piston front and 2 piston rear.

[@timbrown9731]

Dammit, I wanted to get that V-8 Camry license plate too but I live here in California someone already took it

[@congn1950]

Love the wheel is that 2011 stock rim?

[@skrrtgarage3922]

Aftermarket, Wedsport SA-20R 👍🏼

[@congn1950]

@@skrrtgarage3922 thank you

[@jesusregalado2907]

Love the video but Bruh to turn off the screen u press display and there’s a screen off button

[@konradp8040]

For the map change it to compass its black!

[@giraffe8554]

The steering wheel too fat really does give pool noodle vibes, when you said that I almost spit my drink out my nose that shit funny asf but true

[@joshuabuss4870]

What tyre sizes are you running? Cheers

[@_anonico]

Hey man how tall are you? I’m 6’0 and sat in a is250 and it seems small af.

[@fast987779]

3500 rpm is the signal that you want to speed up, I really enjoy the smooth cruise in a peaceful morning. Ha ha !!

[@jordy1172]

What’s a fair price u guys would pay for the isf I wanna buy one but looking to see other peoples opinion and how much they would pay I’m 21 making 24 an hour taking care of my mom and brother I am the man of the house looking to move into an apartment to would I be able to afford it?

[@stevengonzalez7179]

Just save until you have more than half of the price of the car just to be safe. I also wouldn’t recommend buying a car rn since the market is so high for used cars.

[@jordy1172]

@@stevengonzalez7179 thx for the advice really appreciate and u right I’ll just save up till I have at least half of it everything way to expensive rn thx once again

[@scottreynolds1252]

Conner. You want to sell that daily driver?????

[@amoney514]

Can you do a rcf review

[@NormalMonkey]

You mean 6 pistons front and 2 pistons rear ?

[@mattiaselias1369]

what i have heard about IS-F, if the car breaks down the parts are hard to come by and they come in a premium cost. and that's what scares me tbh.

[@route66garage59]

Mattias Elias especially the harder you run it and the more you mod it the more constant mechanical failures you’ll encounter. They are best when left stock and driven occasionally those are the ones that last, sadly the rest have ended up in junkyards either crashed or mechanically doomed.

[@trapabar19]

hey connor one of my favorite cars is the ISF connor