My friend I believe this is exactly like an AMG that actually works 😭

e90 without the headache

@@lunara9158 I can agree that it kind of sounds like an amg, but it is nothing like an e92/e90 m3, especially because it's auto. The S65 sounds so much better than this or a big ass amg v8

@@houseking9211 auto has faster shifts and alot of e90s were the DCT ones because people actually wanna drive them and not keep them as a track only car manuals are a pain in the ass after 1 week of driving in traffic in these you just relax and have it shift like a bolt action rifle through the gears and another thing I dont know if a manual would even suit this car its a big v8 saloon that is still modern it suits older v8 super saloons like a good old e39 m5 with a manual is great but this idk man I dont think anyone would have bought a manual ISF unless they really enjoy manuals

It’s gaining attention is the US the past few years I’m sure, It’s yet to catch up here in NZ though

I like that 🤝

Really appreciate it, thanks a lot 🙏🤝

Yeah, he actually stayed in the left lane, unlike some knobheads on YT, who cross lanes in blind corners. Thumbs up.

It’s a great bit of road. Thanks for the support!

It’s such a good combination of everything. Should look into getting one again!

I’m glad the algorithm blessed me with such an amazing comment. Thank you so much good sir 🤝

It’s a Jap import car! Thank you bro 🙏

Thanks man!

Thank you so much 🙏

Why did you sell it

@@rjj00sold it for a z06 impulsively… ended up selling that for a GSF

It really is a brilliant place to take an ISF for a spirited drive 🤝

​@@EnjinTalelike those old top gear days

@Mad_ISF I think sports cars should be driven in these kind of twisted roads

@@shawndon7374 yes exactly

One of the best V8’s 🙏

@@EnjinTale Agreed. Thanks for the content. 🍻

Honestly if you can find a proper deal, it’s so worth having. Even at higher mileage

Ugh, if i can even find a clean example... it's already rare as is :(, but for now i'll just enjoy through your view, looking forward to more videos!

@@brandonn6677 Couldn’t be more grateful for the support! Thanks man 🫶

Unfortunately EL Headers are incredibly expensive, but I completely agree. EL>UEL if money wasn’t a factor.

@@EnjinTale how much are they?

​@@CutTheKam $4k USD

Appreciate you! 🙏

Thanks bro!

Thanks man!! 🤝

They’re incredible 🤝

Thank you so much man! 🤝

It’s a totally different animal man and you’ll never want to go back! Easy 5 minutes to do without jack stands.

@@EnjinTale did you add a straight pipe or leave it as is?

@@Jazdo72801 Currently as is, but im thinking of getting 2 small glasspack mufflers put in because the full delete has a slight bark of rasp to it, and its pretty loud to be fair.

@@EnjinTale yea I agree just a slight tone down and it'll be perfect, but still sounds so good im running it now

@@Jazdo72801 how do you find it? I love it personally and the drone is still bearable

It does seem this dude has an entire iphone strapped to his head.

Thank you man!

Thank you much love 🫶

Greetings from NZ! 🫶

Thanks mate!

Not the standard XForce. But this muffler delete setup with the XForce definitely has some drone in low rpm (1200-1500). I usually try to stay out of that range and it’s no issue for me. Thanks for the support!

Thanks man! Not quite sure what you mean, if you could explain a bit further I might be able to work on getting that in the next video.

@@EnjinTaleHe’s saying you’re not pushing the car to the limit, which is true. Based upon how you drove in the video I would NOT suggest pushing the car any harder. I don’t think it would be safe. Your “Traction or Stability Control Light” is flashing A LOT.

@@benjaminwiner6220 I absolutely agree. I keep it on to avoid sending it off a cliff

This is indeed NZ! That’s right, I was slightly dissapointed about the lack of videos showcasing the true beauty of the ISF carving corners, so I decided to do it myself 🫶

Super worth it! The sounds of the V8 alone is so majestic.

@@EnjinTale Agreed…rather an ISF than unreliable German rubbish…

Search around locally for some nice roads if you haven’t already. Trust me once you find a road similar to this with no traffic, this car is an absolute dream to drive and it’ll remind you why you bought it.

​@@EnjinTalethis video actually made me go look for some fun roads by me and i found a nice little loop that I've been driving lately. really would like to find some that have absolutely no residential houses along them but I'm enjoying my new route a ton haha

@@Zarrex Good stuff bro! Glad I could inspire you, that makes me so happy 🙏

Upstate NY has the Adirondack and Catskill mountains which have really really great roads, most famous of which is Bear Mountain

The type of car that sounds great in all RPM! Yes this road is in NZ.

I do remind myself from time to time. You’ll get there one day bro! Work hard for it

100ms shifts for a torque converter is very quick, even by todays standards. And this was 15 years ago 😳.

Top of the South Island. It’s absolutely lovely!

@@EnjinTale damn I'm in Wellington so just across the Strait. Reminded me of the Remutaka's but wider.

You got this bro 🤝

@@EnjinTale appreciate it homie 💯 🫡

The Whangamoa stretch!

@@EnjinTale Damn, im in North! gotta love taking my is350 to the limit on the backroads

@@toemad4205 Should come to the top of the south when you get a chance! You find some amazing roads here. Check out the new video, just posted 🙏

Shhhhhh, just listen to that thundering rumble 😉. I get roughly 6-7km/L driving the way I do. On a cruise it manages a surprising 12-14km/L though. Just don’t stick it in sports mode.. 🤣

Thanks man! This is in NZ

Is this Takaka Hill?

@@jackfarmer4880 Close, it’s the Whangamoa hills

Best of both worlds + reliability 🙏

I’ve got OEM tyre size, so am running 225.35/40 (can’t remember if it’s 35 or 40) and 255.35 in the rear. I wish it snowed more where I live so I could be a hooligan!! We don’t get snow all year round though :(

@@EnjinTale alright, it's 40 front, 35 rear. Some madmen on forums tried 255/35 front and 295/30 rear. Can't remember if it was the 08 wheels or the facelift wheels though. Facelift has wider rims. 😁

@@Hammar89 I would never go that big personally, I get all the traction I need with 255’s. ISF’s have incredible traction from factory I find.

I run 265/35/18 square on Ray's DRs on my ISF. I'm a big fan of how gripped up the front end is with a beefy square setup 👌

Whangamoa (Mexico ofc)

Whangamoa in NZ

Absolutely not, transmission is brilliant as is. TCU tune would be a nice bonus though if money isn’t an issue

I had an Is350 before the ISF. Depends what you’re looking for. Technically the is350 is a better daily. It’s cheaper components (brakes etc.) so cheaper maintenance, and a smaller engine for better economy. The softer suspension is nicer for daily drivability too, and ofcourse incredibly reliable. It’s also pretty fast in a straight line because of the gearing. If that’s what you can afford, it’s a pretty good all round car.

Transmission flush was done by the previous owner before I bought the car at 154xxx. Car is at 168xxx currently.

​@@EnjinTale Kms or miles?

@@ln5747 Kms

To me it looks like the same gold-like carbon trim as the center console is on ISF’s

No sir

Stock headers, Catback + Muffler delete

My advice; if you’re looking for a garage queen, get a low mileage car, but if you’re looking to drive it like it’s made to be, a high mileage ISF is the way to go. It’s cheaper, and you don’t feel bad for putting miles on it while having fun. Mine has 105k miles, and runs like a champ. There’s an ISF out there with 400k+ miles on it still running like a champ. You truly can’t go wrong with an ISF 🙏

Pricey?? Do you know how much they go for brand new??? With 8000miles, that’s virtually brand new. Goodluck finding another one with that mileage for that price

Thank you! No sir, it’s a RWD

It’s an XForce Catback with a Muffler Delete

5.0L 2UR-GSE

Am I?!?

I would absolutely have to agree 🤝

it was a honk of appreciation

It was an appreciation gesture to say thank you 🤝

Some people honk and some people turns on hazard lights. Different styles of saying thank you👍

You gotta be sped!! It is a common jester to honk or flash headbeams to say thank you. You must have no experience in driving.

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