What I've Learned In 1-Year of Ownership of My Lexus IS500

Random things I've learned about this car #lexusis500 #automobile #cartok #Lexus #1year ##v8lexus #2URGSE

[@blu_is500]

Another great post! First off, I have to disagree about the car not getting noticed. The design of our cars look like nothing else on the road, people notice. Additionally, with the right color combo (ahem...Ultrasonic Blue w/the Circuit Red interior and no tint), EVERYONE notices! LOL! 😜 I incidentally hit a deer coming down from a mountain run a few weeks ago. Thankfully I was not hurt, the deer walked away (after she got up), and the car was not totaled. The hood, bumper, and the driver's side headlight are getting replaced as we speak. (About $6K in damage.) At any rate, my insurance rental is a 2024 Genesis G70. The car is perfectly fine; it's smooth, comfortable, and looks damn good. However, it's no IS500. It feels more like my old IS350s, which were also nice and looked great, but I didn't +enjoy+ the art of driving. The 500 makes you want to drive it all day every day! I do not know if it's just the engine, sound, design...or all three...but I will keep my IS500 forever. It'll be 3 years of ownership in March and I love this car more today than the day Blu was picked up. Thanks for posting and happy motoring!

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@blu_is500 Thank you brother, I appreciate that. Anyway, I guess you're right. Recently, I've been getting a lot more looks on the car than before. Definitely has something to do with the whole set up.

[@is4life862]

IS500 is not a Track car. You bought what is good for you and your family. Sounds and looks good. Congrats to your daughter 👏 🎉

[@Hyper_Boost]

thank you so much, bro! There are so many people that track these things, though. But I'm on your side, I don't believe it's built for any track duty.

[@echoalpha9157]

It can be tracked but it will not do great numbers but it has the option as a V8 and customizable frame and parts

[@stillinsocal42]

Very well done sir, love my IS500. Keep it on all fours Brother! Your 12 yr old daughter has a great golf swing, Hit them Straight!

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@stillinsocal42 Thanks bro! She appreciates all the love shes received from my YT friends and fam! The 500 is just the best package for my needs at this time. Love the whole platform.

[@TheQuan001]

I think you nailed the point. Some folks don’t understand what they’re buying into.

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@TheQuan001 Exactly. Thank you, bro. I think people thought it was gonna be like an M4 or something of the sort.

[@TheQuan001]

Yes, far from a BMW M car for racing purposes which is what most young guys care about- performance numbers and beating your mates in a drag race or on a circuit. I just recently bought one here in Australia - picking it up next weekend so I can’t wait! These are super rare here so there’s an exclusivity “cool” factor that was enticing for me as well - though this does come with the drawback of not being able to socialise and enjoy ownership with other owners face to face. I found your channel and really love watching your videos as it’s giving me a bit of insight into what it’s like living with the is500. I would say your videos helped me make my decision in getting one :)

[@Hyper_Boost]

You have no idea how much your comment means to me, brother. I sincerely appreciate your support. I'm glad that whatever videos I'm putting out helped you make your decision to get the 500. They are really awesome cars. With ownership of such a car comes w/ a certain "cool older guy with a more sophisticated taste" kinda vibe. Don't get me wrong, if given the funding to get a supercar, the child in me would in a Lamborghini in a heartbeat! 🤣 BUT, I will still have my 500 in my garage. I will never give this car up. Again, I sincerely appreciate your support and encouragement. It really helps keep me going.

[@aubreyhinkson7683]

Hello from Tampa FL. Outstanding example Lexus IS500, I totally agree Sir, I own a BMW E46, E36 and E30 M3, I need a V8 with comfort. "It's a Lexus" I just purchase the 2024 Lexus GX550 LUX PLUS for the wife and now I'm looking for an IS500. Thank you for your one-year review. Salamat...

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@aubreyhinkson7683 Salamat at Walang Anuman, brother! I would love an M car as well. But, I can't fit them all in my tiny garage! LOL! Honestly, it was a difficult choice between getting an M4 and the 500. What made me buy the 500 is the sales people. I felt very snubbed at BMW (not saying where). But, it alsmost felt like it was MY privilege to be there with them. A bit snooty, for my taste. I'm just a regular guy from humble beginnings and all I want is a nice car. I really wish that Euro Car dealerships would be a little bit more accommodating to normal people. And yes, the 500 is amazing. I will never get rid of it.

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@aubreyhinkson7683BTW, How do you guys like the new GX? How do you feel about the new Power plant?

[@JeoIRLx]

I have a 2021 is350 F sport, and honestly, this car is not meant to be fast. More for the reliability and luxuriousness. that S 500 in my opinion it’s only worth it for though for the V8 sound that’s about it. These cars are boats that look really good

[@Hyper_Boost]

@JeoIRLx I agree. A very good looking "boat."😀

[@RevelCris]

haha aawsome garage similar to my dream one. currently have a tacoma off road and a tesla but want to change for a tundra and an is500

[@Hyper_Boost]

@RevelCris Thank you, brother! Great minds, think alike! Let's gooo!

[@FPotat03]

Hey man, love your build did a really nice job on it. I too have one and absolutely love it. I have the base enkei wheels and about 7k miles on the car in a year and the inner tread for the rear tires are cooked and the front outer tire tread as well. I heard the rear tread is common. I was thinking MPS4s or all season for better traction in the rain. I was wondering how you tires are holding up so far. Once again love the build!

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@FPotat03 Thanks bro, I appreciate it. As far as the tires are concerned, mine are still pretty thick at 6500k miles. BUT, I have to disclaim that its not my everyday driver. The IS' excessive tire ware issue is due to the softer silicone or rubber compund of the upper and lower control arm bushings. They usually replace them with the ones for the RCF and it usually solves the problem. Only then, I would think about replacing tires.

[@V8LexusIS]

me personally i wouldnt go forced induction, not right now at least, i would get headers/full exhaust that would be a great boost in performance, then down the road once the superchargers get cheaper maybe get one then. thats my plans at least

[@Hyper_Boost]

10k is a lot, bro. Especially if I'm only getting 100 hp out of it. Headers, and a full exhaust, hi-flow intake...now that would be the way to go.

[@V8LexusIS]

@@Hyper_Boost exactly! that’s why I’m hoping down the road the SC kits will get cheaper I just plan to go FBO right now and maybe, just maybe get a super charger lol.

[@Hyper_Boost]

I've never seen anyone Turbo a 2UR. I wonder if they exist and how's the performance 🤔

[@krisbreeezy]

Car looks amazing pare nice job. Not ricey but 100% classy. Great job with it What offsets are your wheels ?

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@krisbreeezy Salamat, p're. Here are my wheels specs: F: 19x8.5 + 30 offset (had to use a 2.5mm hubcentric spacer to clear the brakes) (R)19x9.5 +35 offset

[@kennyx6796]

Cool vid, cool dad, cool IS500

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@kennyx6796 Aww Bro...Thank you. I just try to be the Dad they need. Their happiness is my priority. I appreciate the compliment and support, my friend.

[@echoalpha9157]

Great car, I see that you have the F sport badging on both sides of the car. Is it the 500 with the sport package? If so did you get lowering springs after and what you think about voiding the warranty? And one last question, how long will you keep your car for?

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@echoalpha9157 Thank you, bro! I appreciate the car compliment. OK, let's address your questions: 1) Yes, ALL 500s are F-Sport. But, not a true "F" car like the ISF, GSF, etc. I wish that Lexus gave us a complete "F" car & for the life of me, I dont understand why they just didnt make it one. 2) I lowered the car after purchase. Used Swift SpecR springs. As far as voiding the warranty, theres a law against that called the Magnusson-Moss Act to protect the consumer. They cannot void the warranty totally and can only decline to fix the part that failed due to the mod you did. Lexus can't void a transmission warranty if i didnt mod it. Not really worried about since its not my daily. 3) FOREVER, Bro! I love this car! Thanks again for your support!

[@ayeits_jp]

I settled for the 350 bc it’s a perfect balance imo. I was also wondering why ppl was selling their 500’s too.

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@ayeits_jp I'm glad I'm not the only one who sees this. Thought I was losing my mind😀. I don't know either. Like I said on the vlog, they probably expected something different.

[@ayeits_jp]

Some ppl don’t even own it that long and only put a few hundred miles. I heard about the CEL problem with the O2 sensors in the past.

[@Hyper_Boost]

Yes, the launch edition had issues with the O2 sensors. But was corrected for the later models. It was during Covid when Toyota had to go to a 3rd party to get the 02 sensors. But also changing the midpipe, if you don't use a set of new OEM gaskets in the forward joints, they will leak and throw a code as well.

[@oconnellwhite370]

👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@oconnellwhite370 Thank you, brother!

[@SkywalkerPMs]

as my shoulder heals from rotator cuff surgery, im eager to hit some balls! im not that great at golf, but i try. we belong to our club over my way.

[@Hyper_Boost]

I would love to go out and hit the course when your healed, brother! I hope rehab is doing well. If not, I know a good place with great therapists.😀

[@Jack0fAllTrades]

are you experiencing a little clunky/jerky feel when reaching at stop signs? I am and I only driven 500 miles on the car so far. is that normal?

[@Hyper_Boost]

@Jack0fAllTrades Yup, i get that, too. it feels like it's coming from the trans or the differential. I'm at 6k miles now. I asked the dealer about it, and they said that even the ISF does that. There are no recalls in regards to it. Although mine does it when it's cold. I only experience minimal jerkiness in Sport Plus.

[@Jack0fAllTrades]

@@Hyper_Boost ok, that helps knowing that. My anxiety was very high for the last couple of days. Thankyou 🙏

[@atalk143]

That 2-to-1 downshift can be jarring at first. I had the same thought when I got my 500...but it's well documented on the forums as completely normal and nothing to worry about. When the transmission is warmed up, it's less "jarring". I have 10k miles on mine and it is still the same.

[@Hyper_Boost]

You saved a lot of people's sanities with this comment. Thank you for that valuable information! At first when it happened, I thought my transmission was going to fall out.😁

[@echoalpha9157]

It's the transmission. They, the engineers didn't upgrade the trans or create a custom one when they added the V8. The LC500 has a better trans. For my 500 I warm start mine for 10mins and then drive it for 15mins before switching to Sports mode. It will make a difference warming up the car but driving it completely cold will be clunky

[@pimpfighterROQ]

Are you mexican? If so, where from? Nice car btw

[@Hyper_Boost]

@pimpfighterROQ Thank you, bro! I'm Filipino...basically a Mexican from Asia😁.

[@alvinvm]

which spoiler is that?

[@Hyper_Boost]

@alvinvm Ebay bro.

[@Dogeyess]

V8 thats all I care about ahah

[@Hyper_Boost]

@@Dogeyess YES SIR!!! 100%