As time has passed..I slowly realized that an IS is THE BEST investment you can make if you want comfort & sport performance, and they look amazing.

I’ve been saving my money for a car for the longest time and I finally copped the Lexus IS250. It’s a great first car

I'll tell everyone right now, if you're going for a 2nd gen IS, save up the extra $1000 and get the 350. Aside from having an extra 101hp (and yes, the power difference is night and day), the 350 has port injection which means you won't have the carbon build up issues on the intake valves like the diesel, Mini and BMW guys have. But back to the power, how many times can you say you spent $1000 to gain 101hp and suffer no MPG loss or driveability issues? I got my 350 and it's nice knowing i can play with legit sports cars like mustang GTs (up to 2011), 335i, 350Z/G35s, G37 sedans, genesis 3.8s, RT charger/challengers, V6 Camaros (09 and up) and V6 mustangs (2011 and up) and often times win. Meantime, with a 250, you're left playing with stock single cam civics, and celicas and worried you're going to lose.

Copped my 2011 is250 in May , she’s a gem with only 34K miles 😩💎

I had a 2007 IS350 which I bought, ended up selling it and now own a 2012 ISF.

As a 2011 250 owner I can say it’s an amazing first car, not the fastest car ever but even the 250 can still play with vq’s and 335i owners so it’s still a really solid car for a first car

My 08 IS350 has been the perfect daily. Sounds amazing, catches eyes, handles well, very quick, reliable. What more could you want? Other than a 6 speed manual of course

Always love the casual Skyrim music in the background

Alright, so with the rear suspension, after upgrading to adjustable coil overs clicking stopped, andddd with the slow shifts, you can turn up the pressure on your shift solenoids making it act like a dtc/euro and I’m ngl that’s the best thing I’ve done to this car yet was turn those up! It’s so much quicker to shift, granted i might run into bigger issues down the road due to this it does do what you want

Love my is350 been wanting since I first seen one and glad I have it

I own 2008 IS AWD, love it.. I did complete F-sport mods, the things that Mark talked about a minor accept the transmission it is slow off the line but on the freeway .. @ 100 - 120 car feels great rides very comfortable... this is 2008 model which dealer told me that its still a sought out car. its Toyota, maintain it and its runs for forever.

So happy I did a video on the car love the vid

Can you do a video on the Honda Fit? It's a super underrated platform with a lot of support. !!!

The facelift seems way different in person I have the after and a friend has one before the facelift and the newer front end looks just looks cleaner

I have a sti as a daily rn so I’m looking for a new daily, and I think this is perfect option

Seen a rally is 250 gave me soo much inspo

One thing, the is 220d had some engine issiues in the beginning so be sure to check if it has been replaced if you are interested in one :)

I didn’t make our first but I’m early. Hey Mark I’m a big fan love the vids I was hoping to get your personal opinion. Long story short i was in a accident and need to get a new car it was my first car (2000 honda accord) but now I’m not sure what kinda car to get next i wanted something fun and good on gas and i could possibly mod a bit too. I had a couple of options like 9th gen Corolla S, 8th gen civic, or Mazda speed 3 anything you recommend?? Thanks love the vids keep it up ❤️

The skyrim background theme is crazy🔥😂

Haha you finally found a worthy openent. I always be asking about this car

Hey man, love your content. Can you do a video on Jaguar XJ

You meant you have the green screen but you put a room as your background right? Love the video bro

I have 07 AWD is250, its not fast like a the 350 or ISF but i tell you what, its still fun. Sounds really great too

heyyyy i see meeee🥹🥹appreciate the love brotha 🥹🥹🥹😭😭🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽

Cool video of the ISF.

There is a couple things you can to make the automatic transmission faster, the main thing is just don't FLUSH the fluid, change the fluid but don't flush it

Notification squad!

Nice little video. On the looks, COME ON! they're gorgeous. I have a 2012 (MY13) IS 350 Sports Luxury in red Vermillion fire tri-coat with Sand (ivory leather interior). It's full house being a Sports luxury (92 k kms or 58k miles) and spectacular condition and gets looks as it's just mint condish!. As for the the rear boot/trunk space, it's great for it's size, im surprised that's listed as a criticism, it's actually a strength..I also own an 08 Accord V6 so I know what a big boot/trunk is!. Back seat space is actually good but I find the rear seat back a little too upright to be supremely comfortable (which my Accord is). At the end of the day its a rear wheel drive sporty -luxury sedan, not a family truckster. It's practical enough and I think of it (and call it) my four door (Nissan) Z.

Owned a 2008 IS350 for 3 years, just upgraded to an 2008 ISF. The reliability is just unmatched. I might drive the ISF until the wheels fall off, there’s a 450k+ mile ISF driving around in the US and a 400k+ km ISF still doing laps on the Nurburgring. Need to get an LSD installed and really enjoy that amazing V8 japanese muscle

Best investment i make with my is250. And it's pretty quick as well

Bad ass bro 👌my isf 2jz two turbo 1200hp rocket🔥

A video on the 2nd gen cadillac cts would be really cool because you can actually find them for a decent price

I bought a 07 is250 as my first car for $4,500 and due to the previous owners neglect, the car has been nothing but problems but Im not gonna give up on it.

What about a video on cars that came with legendary motors like the 2JZ, VQ, and 4g63. And this is a good car. I got my wife one as her daily and she loves it

Just bought a is 350 2006 with the paddle shifters can’t wait till they’re done with it so i can rip it

u should do a Lexus gs 350 specifically an 07

I own a 2008 Lexus IS250. No longer my daily driver as I use a 2018 Corolla now for that, but I kept my little Lexus because she’s fun and has served me well at 131k miles. I still drive it now and then because it’s still very fun today drive. Plus I have to admit, the fact that’s it’s a Lexus makes me feel a little bit status. But no I would need to most expensive Lexus for that, the LS sedan.

i love the thing but i do have issues with mine that weren't mentioned that you have to look out for (is250) -touch screen doesnt work (doesn't take input -flappy paddle's dont work -some persisting battery warning light (battery has been changed but im sure it may be an alternator issue , not sure whether its been changed or not tho but do be weirry) as long as u take care of these cars they really wont let you down. other than the issues mentioned above (and slow transmission when is sport) i have no other issues. really great car for the cheap

I want one so bad 🙌

I DD a 2011 lexus is350 fsport and I just recently bought a 2012 lexus isF with red interior and only 34k miles.

current 06 IS350 owner. Its funny you mention the lack of space in the vehicle, as i really didn't have much to fuss over when moving into a new house the other week. No rear suspension sounds. I have ac issues tho. you forgot to mention the infamous sticky/melting dash issue, otherwise you made me feel good about my recent purchase. If you or someone you know has one of these... Put them on to the "IS4 Gen front bumper swap on these" its like upgrading 5 generations on a 15 year old car.

Can you do a 1st gen Mazda6 or a Subaru Legacy gt

They do come with a coupe but only in is250C

I got a 2012 is350 fsport, and I get that rear click, who knows what that is?

You should do the 3rd gen Lexus gs350

2is350 Owner here, About the clicking suspension I havent had any issues (148k miles). One thing I would say is a common issue are the altenators and the tire pressure sensors. They seem to be going bad around this time for a lot of people but its a cheap repair.

I’m dying for a review on the Acura TSX 2nd gen !!

I don't think Australia got the 4 cylinder version of the 200, we got 2.0 L inline 6 is200

Love my IS350.

My is250 got 185k and still going strong. No issues at all.

Came to the comments for help, I found a 2012 fsport/350 for 13/14k. With 100k miles, is that a good deal ?

the 8 speed trans isnt that bad and the last year of the 2nd gen is was actually 2104, they are pricey though and not a lot of them.

I think despite it doesn’t have that much space considering I’d be switching from a Miata to this way more space

Ayyyye, thats my isf 😁

2001 corvette c6 can you do this gen of corvettes?

I have 318k miles on my car and never had any a/c problems.

Hey mark yes it does it come in a (((((WAGON))))) is a hybrid do the research and do another video please thanks

I want to buy either a 250 or a 350 but finding one in Portugal is nearly impossible

please do the third-gen, I'm thinking of getting a 2014 IS250

i want a ISF but its soooo rare so im goin with a IS350

Sadly can't buy that for cheap in russia, but there is a 1jz-ge chasers and mark 2s around here

1st and 2nd gen forester?

Awesome

i wanna know the mpg of this car in highways and city drivings

Replaced 5 axles on my 2007 is250

We need an evo one

Yea the Auto trans is pretty slow, I mean i guess mine has a pretty high mileage

Pleas pleas pleas can you do mercedess c230-240 or bmw e46

"cupholders are good"?. I have one dedicated cupholder in my 2IS - then a sketchy one in my felt/soft lined centre console.. and a closed bottle holder in the side door panels.. wouldn't say its a practical or Good set up - but as a driver who doesn't have a family in the car I'm comfortable.

First my boy. Keep it up!

Nice Content Mark Keep The Good Work And The Info of The Cars Do More Content Like This

Can you do a good bad ugly on 89/95 Toyota pickup.

I have a manual is250 with 75k miles

Bro is that Oblivion OST in the background?

2004 Subaru Impreza

I didn't know shit about cars when I bought my Lexus which is also my first car, I just bought cuz it looked cool. 😂

Never buy a manual Lexus and never buy an automatic BMW. Number one rule of imports

Debating between the IS350 or the Genesis Coupe 😁

What makes you say that IS250 are future drift cars?

Can you do a good,bad and ugly for a pontiac??

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YOU SHOULD DO 4TH GEN HONDA PRELUDE !!! This is what the people want to see !!!!

Have this car any problem after 200 000km? How good is engine?

First

bruh these only came wit 1 cup holder for the front, but the rear seats have the usual 2.

Skyrim song in the background

Is 220d tuned with 270 bhp and 510 nm, is much better and more joy to drive then a 250 or 350, and do not ruin you with fuel addicted engine...... 6.5 L/100 km..... In Miles? 😄👍

CUPHOLDERS? there’s one cupholder in my is250

is250 running strong at 276k

i got a 2012 250

How’s the gas mileage on the car?

The cupholders on my IS 350 are the most pathetic dogshit cupholders I've ever used. The one in the center council is shaped like a square, won't fit any mugs or most bottles (unless they're small OR SQUARE SHAPED!!) The center council cupholder is in the rear seat center council, because I decided I'd rather have the option to have the 3 things I put there fit, which isn't an option when half the center cousin is a glove box, and the armrest can't be used when the cupholder is in use with any kind of cup. The door bottle holders are only good certain small bottles the size of disposable ones, and the rear sear cupholder mechanism is so overengineered that they will not open OR close if the arm rest is at a 45° angle or greater. No the cup holders on the IS are not good. They also aren't safe by modern standards, when they retested it in 2012 it failed to get a 5 star rating. If a modern truck hits you dead on when you're not moving and they're going 40mph+ you're dead!! I've seen a video if exactly this also.

Under 5k 😹😹😹 where?!?

Lexus gs350

$5000 ??

I guess I didn’t make it first then

3000gt man

i gota 09 328 and im tryna find a 350 but all of them have above 150k i just cant find a nice one any where

Just sold my IS350 for 14k CAD had a lot of mods. Imo, if you want a track car don't track a 350, it's expensive to make fast around a circuit and the transmission will let you down every single time. No matter how much you upgrade everything else the trans cannot be improved even with transgo kit. You need to have it built. Forget a manual swap it won't work unless you have heaps of money to be the guy who figures it out. Nonetheless it's a great street cruiser and looks great but the limit for most people on a budget is pretty low.

wish the trans was better u can feel the like little bit of lag is has