Popular Mods for Lexus IS 250 and IS 350

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In this episode of Marty Motoring, we look at some of the popular modifications and upgrades for the 2006-2013 Lexus IS 250 and IS 350 (Second Generation).
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0:00 Introduction
0:09 MAINTENANCE
1:04 PERFORMANCE
3:15 COSMETIC
4:50 INTERIOR

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@TONELOWthaWRITER 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE how you kept it real and said the first mod should be maintenance. Everyone wants to jump in and make the car faster as soon as possible. Ive fell victim to this. I bought my dream muscle car, a 84 monte carlo and couldnt wait to take it out and drive it. I did a oil change and checked the tranny fluid (while it was off) and i took it out hot rodding it, and the tranny was slipping because it really didnt have the sufficient fluid level. so i was revving my engine a little harder to try and limp it home and blew the engine as well.

@HastelloyC276 2 жыл бұрын

@pd5041 Жыл бұрын

loser lol

@TONELOWthaWRITER Жыл бұрын

@@HastelloyC276 we all take L's but its how we bounce back from them.... now its in the shop getting a ls swap and a turbo.... we cant all be perfect like you 🤷🏽‍♂️

@evanochoa5087 Жыл бұрын

Love the monte Carlos, such a beauty

@toshi7220 5 жыл бұрын

My first car ever was 2008 IS250. Loved and enjoyed it for 8 yrs. Love to see the car still gets love in 2019.

@cfvankata543 4 жыл бұрын

I am actually thinking of getting it for my first car.Would you give me any advice?

@cfvankata543 4 жыл бұрын

What should i look for?

@M0rdFustang 4 жыл бұрын

@siemenssx1 dumb advice, don't finance a garbage civic

@CouchMan88 3 жыл бұрын

@siemenssx1 An old car can be bought for much cheaper. It's already devalued. A new car will just lose value over time, much more than a used car will. Resale value is higher but so is the loss in value. Also not necessarily a better ride either. Modern tech and better fuel mileage, yes. Hondas have a decent resale value but so does Lexus.

@ItzExxLOL 2 жыл бұрын

@@cfvankata543 Get A 350 Trust Me 😂

@drecochannel 4 жыл бұрын

A sexiest car from the outside but it's totally comfortable on the inside. Bravo LEXUS

@whoasked3193 3 жыл бұрын

Lacks on speed only bad thing

@evanp.8570 3 жыл бұрын

@@whoasked3193 FACTS YO😂😂

@shadowstell5719 3 жыл бұрын

@@whoasked3193 trust me is better for new drivers .

@imreeflexx1878 3 жыл бұрын

facts except rear legroom if anyone over 6ft sits upfront

@ryanalamin8737 3 жыл бұрын

@@imreeflexx1878 facts bro I’m 6”1 shit is small af on the inside

@jollytarantula9096 3 жыл бұрын

Watching this while unemployed hit difff

@stegofuego1285 3 жыл бұрын

Shes perfect. Simplicity is the key to these amazing cars, some people rice them out and make them look, sound and run horrible. Props for doing all the right things

@senorbonbon Жыл бұрын

I have a gs350 2010 with 167k miles, Its on lowered springs + aftermarket tires & rims and I plan on getting a catback exhaust next week, I been hearing that I could get a RR racing tune but I'm a little un sure about it since I'm worried about the engines health with these miles, any tips? btw any other performance mods I can add that actually will give significant results?

@iam_dsm7904 5 жыл бұрын

All this valuable information can apply to any car out there. Good stuff man👌

@amenotepia 4 жыл бұрын

Just checked your list of modifications and noticed you have a 4runner. That IS350 and 4runner combo is killer! Great minds think alike!

@MartyMotoring 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a perfect setup! Just got it 2 weeks ago 😎

@senorbonbon Жыл бұрын

@@MartyMotoring I have a gs350 2010 with 167k miles, Its on lowered springs + aftermarket tires & rims and I plan on getting a catback exhaust next week, I been hearing that I could get a RR racing tune but I'm a little un sure about it since I'm worried about the engines health with these miles, any tips? btw any other performance mods I can add that actually will give significant results?

@senorbonbon Жыл бұрын

@natnut2008 4 жыл бұрын

One often overlooked mod IMO is oem sized 2piece floating rotors. The IS350 already comes with stock 4 piston caliper Big Brake Kit and large 330mm stock rotors. The only problem is the stock rotors are heavy 24 pounds each. 2 piece rotors with aluminium hats are much lighter around 12 pounds each. Switching to 2 piece rotors immediately takes off 24 pounds of unsprung weight from the front of the IS350, improving braking and most importantly, ride and handling, all without even touching your springs and shock absorbers or chassis.

@JoseSanchez-zo5tb 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do that with a 2014 IS 350 F sport?

@kefirtompkins7338 Ай бұрын

I only just got through maintenance but I’m loving the calm energy and easy to understand instructions

@funnyvidperson123SOS 5 жыл бұрын

Just got my 2014 lexus is250 and this video was just what i needed, will definitely be doing a couple of these mode thanks bro!

@aaronplaster5818 5 жыл бұрын

Dude so did I haha what color is yours I got a black on black

@nitronoell 2 жыл бұрын

@@aaronplaster5818 white

@Pakko81 2 жыл бұрын

how is youre lexus running?

@SHOTTADRIZZY 5 жыл бұрын

My Man Marty! Great Video bro, I Just Ordered V-Land Headlights & Taillights 🔥

@MrHariskhattak 4 жыл бұрын

Man thanks for that Bluetooth connection link. It works perfectly!!

@amarimartin6747 Жыл бұрын

yo this is the exact video i was looking for. Thanks you earned my like for sure!

@sanchez_1999 4 жыл бұрын

Just got my standard is250 few days ago 🔥 been looking at your videos even before I got it

@Joniswrld 3 жыл бұрын

How much km

@lamarwilliams7895 5 жыл бұрын

Bruh them plates that damn Loch Ness monster

@raytoocurly 3 жыл бұрын

I love the headlights man!

@Vic-zp5ft Жыл бұрын

love your channel. was doing research and finally found a 250. its an 08 but sexiest car ever . in love with it

@asdfghjk6041 5 жыл бұрын

Don’t have one yet but this is definitely what I’m tryna get:)

@nolimitperez2723 3 жыл бұрын

I felt that

@Athletic_dom 4 ай бұрын

This was a great video man 🙌🏾🙌🏾

@claybarrett6199 3 жыл бұрын

I'm liking this alot. Thinking of buying of for a roadtrip to the tail of the dragin

@MrSpartan17 3 жыл бұрын

Great guide. Will follow.

@brittanydenton9966 3 жыл бұрын

Got a 14 is250 a couple months ago. I love it!

@nickpadron3199 Жыл бұрын

This is the most useful informational video.

@is2fiftyslowfsport744 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly the only mods I would consider especially if it's a is250, wheels and suspension to maintain the clean oem plus look

@saintfoam776 4 жыл бұрын

You should drop a video on how to do that on the center console, looks good bro

@J0N3SS 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto def curious on time and tools. Just got my is2 and cant wait to upgrade..

@jonathanluna6139 Жыл бұрын

Nice bro! Love the mods.

@hMint 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man great help

@PetermusPrime 4 жыл бұрын

Cool, I have the factory F sport package on mine already. Advantages of living in Australia where we get the Japanese RHD models.

@jorgels400 4 жыл бұрын

I have one is250 and I am in love with my car Great video

@coreywilson1181 4 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 09 IS250 yesterday and this video is just what I needed!

@gparton85 3 жыл бұрын

the is250 is never gonna be powerful but if you focus on cutting weight and tuning the suspension....it will feel like a totally different car. i believe the recipe for the 2IS 250/350 is exhaust, drop in filter,rr tune, coilovers, front/rear sway bar, and LCA bushings/mounts

@davidcazares2469 Жыл бұрын

@@gparton85 what are you yapping about …. You can safely get this car up to 400+ whp Pick one up for 15k with less than 75k miles - with 5k into the engine at 20k you have a very reliable fast and good looking car Supercharger- tune and more work here and there throughout the years

@gparton85 Жыл бұрын

@@davidcazares2469 400 whp from a 250 is wishful thinking. Yes these cars can be found at a reasonable price. And yes, they can be modified as little or as much as you like, but the turbo kit alone is typically in the $5000 to $7,000 range and that's not including any supporting mods. The 250 can be made fun to drive and even be called quick at times but there simply is no replacement for displacement. Anybody with a brain is going to say that 20k would be better spent picking up a 350

@senorbonbon Жыл бұрын

@@gparton85 I have a gs350 2010 with 167k miles, Its on lowered springs + aftermarket tires & rims and I plan on getting a catback exhaust next week, I been hearing that I could get a RR racing tune but I'm a little un sure about it since I'm worried about the engines health with these miles, any tips? btw any other performance mods I can add that actually will give significant results?

@Braulio-um9il 3 жыл бұрын

Your sick man really making me lean towards this car haha

@Danu01c 4 жыл бұрын

My favorite one is the 7400rpm OV tune for sure. That's the one I've enjoyed most so far. Following that I'd say invidia midpipe combined with manzo exhaust even though manzo exhaust makes the car still kind of quiet.

@senorbonbon Жыл бұрын

@Danu01c Жыл бұрын

@senorbonbon RR racing won't give you any power gains just the advantage of a higher limiter that will help with longer gears. I've been custom tuned to rev to 7600rpm with burbles for 2 years and haven't had an issue yet.

@sergioramos5501 3 жыл бұрын

Good video man!

@holeq111 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve got the wheels,, straight pipe,, and I lowered my suspension already the rest are on my bucket list 👌🏼

@senorbonbon Жыл бұрын

@jesush6581 5 жыл бұрын

The tail lights 😍

@Darrenblake305 3 жыл бұрын

Yooo this vid is 🔥🔥

@deecee3900 Жыл бұрын

Nice video with cool tips.

@czingowara 9 ай бұрын

I used to have second gen IS ( unfortunately with diesel engine ) and itnwas great. Mine was 2012 model and it had bluetooth module in it from factory which allows to play music from your phone.

@pakornworachumpa3426 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing idea. Greeting from Thailand.

@AutoHeadz 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Where did u get the brushed aluminum vinyl for the center console?

@empirevampire1896 4 жыл бұрын

Great advice

@Southboundsociety 3 жыл бұрын

Finally got one 2 days ago!!

@7kudos 5 жыл бұрын

Mate curtsy lights with the Lexus name and logo, for the doors!

@lacboiatl 4 жыл бұрын

The beam pattern....... are they comparable to the oem projectors? I know stanley kioto makes some of the best lighting but curious before I buy them

@juansifuentes6181 5 жыл бұрын

Great video cars pretty simple do

@fawnsoltis3824 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@borishasarrived5524 4 жыл бұрын

This car is astonishing.

@afk1587 5 жыл бұрын

Good videos keep it up👍🏽

@MartyMotoring 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kidproduction6720 2 ай бұрын

Where did you get the carbon fiber engine cover? The mods are absolutely sick!!

@JustinSTeam2 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite one is the center console mod.

@troot1967 4 жыл бұрын

Do they make a good aftermarket shifter for the is250 manual? The stock shifters are decent at best!

@logic_xxmobxx9636 5 жыл бұрын

Nice vid lost of great mods

@starkness65 4 жыл бұрын

I really like the VLand, MOSTPLUS Tail Light. I only see it for the IS 250 - IS 350. Do they make one for IS 250C? The Convertible one Tail Light is using a different style of Tail Light.

@ceesaydesignsolutions 5 жыл бұрын

luv it from the UK

@willgale1212 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! I have an is250 and was thinking about putting in a cold air intake but from what I've heard the placement sucks in hot air and can affect performance also I live in Australia and its hot most year around. Can you please give me some advice

@MartyMotoring 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The factory box is technically already a cold air intake due to its design and induction points. You can replace the air filter, air intake tube/pipe and even drill an additional intake hole on the box like I did in a video of mine. That would be better than an aftermarket intake and would still get the cold air :)

@Eapp1480 5 жыл бұрын

Nice whip m8

@JoseHernandez-uv9tz 3 жыл бұрын

I love my gs 350 turbocharged 🙌🏼

@RalliartMivec06 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Marty!! like your videos! when are you going to do a dyno video?

@MartyMotoring 5 жыл бұрын

If I ever get to a dyno...I wouldn't be opposed but not sure I make much more that stock power.

@tyeee1000 5 жыл бұрын

Great Video, did you do the interior vinyl wrap yourself?

@MartyMotoring 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yup - myself and some friends split it up. We use a blow dryer as a heat gun

@arty7542 5 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing. I was just starting my shopping list TODAY. LOL. Update: Beautiful video. I didn't know the center console modification was a feasible and popular mod. What a relief. Something less to be nitpicky about.

@MartyMotoring 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@senorbonbon Жыл бұрын

@Vegaaaa4444 2 жыл бұрын

Nice ride

@MartyMotoring 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@anthonyb9364 5 жыл бұрын

Bought my used 2014 IS350 F-sport about 3 years ago. I've had alot of cars, but must say these IS's are just all around great cars. Just does everything well, enough power, good ride, reliable, easy to drive..etc. They are worth a look if you're interested in one. Peace!

@anthonyb9364 5 жыл бұрын

@Casper Gomez no mods..only thing I've changed were the front brake pads to Akebono. Stock F-Sport pads only last 20k and are super dusty.

@TeXasDadBod 5 жыл бұрын

Damn I sold my white 2014 is 350 f sport 3 years ago I loved that car and as soon as I sold it rr racing came out with the is 350 super charger kit .

@thomasrhoades6283 5 жыл бұрын

Anthony B I love my 2014 IS350. I got mine back in 2017. Lots of mods to it. Next is wheels and a trip to RR racing 😝

@thomasrhoades6283 5 жыл бұрын

Casper Gomez Not yet. Plan on getting it when I do headers.

@senorbonbon Жыл бұрын

@@thomasrhoades6283 I have a gs350 2010 with 167k miles, Its on lowered springs + aftermarket tires & rims and I plan on getting a catback exhaust next week, I been hearing that I could get a RR racing tune but I'm a little un sure about it since I'm worried about the engines health with these miles, any tips? btw any other performance mods I can add that actually will give significant results?

@caseyward8066 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a link to where you bought that brushed aluminum panel cover for your console and doors?

@juanlopez7199 4 жыл бұрын

Mr. Marty im in mexico and have had my lexus here for 6 months and plan to ceapit here.. My question is what shocks or struts do u recomend for the horibale roads here... Lots of pot holes and speed bumps and dirt raods.. I drive slow but still the town i live in roads are terrible

@essentialray 3 жыл бұрын

Did you paint the eyebrows on the lichts? I was browsing your video's but couldn't find it. Thanks

@LoLPhuocDat 5 жыл бұрын

great video

@RiotTor 4 жыл бұрын

You forgot sway bars, if yours doesn’t come with the F-Sport ones. Big improvement.

@jetrube1 Жыл бұрын

What kind of Vinyl wrap did you use and where to get it?

@robinyourhood189 3 жыл бұрын

I got mine today, its so nice.

@osanshouo1684 3 жыл бұрын

am planning on getting one; what yr, miles and how much you paid for it?

@gimmeahellyeahH 11 ай бұрын

My first baby was the 08 is250. Had 2 kids I sold it got an MDX, I’m coming back to Lexus, most likely an es300h. ❤❤❤

@zkenshiny Жыл бұрын

love your videos btw! anyway can i check what is the badge of ur side fender f sport dimension on ur car? im looking to put one like urs

@Howling.4K 3 жыл бұрын

The vland lights take the cake for me

@kipp4805 4 жыл бұрын

Ok so what about a beefier rear sway bar for the twisties? I was thinking that and bcracing coilovers...

@TheAnonymous006 2 жыл бұрын

Love my IS! The first car I don’t wanna upgrade. Where did you get that steering wheel cover from!!?? 1:20

@cashlessracing 5 жыл бұрын

Cool video man. Must be nice having a 350 lol my 250 would never sound like that! LOL

@waifuracer6516 5 жыл бұрын

It does... Both have the same engine except the 350 is bigger displacement, different injectors, ecu tune etc. Look up on youtube. They sound almost identical

@Conan997 4 жыл бұрын

What rear diffuser is that, also, what is a good rear spoiler that looks like the stock spoiler? Thanks for your videos, is350 is solid.

@yaretayalasoto594 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@E69apeTheMatrix420 3 жыл бұрын

Rusty battery earth point needs removing, wire brush on drill to clean up, copper grease before refit. Replace all brake pins front and rear because they seize / warp / bad rubber after 100k. ABS sensor cables can fail not the sensor, check for voltage first. make sure the oil filter cap has a metal tube attached inside, They can come loose, end up in the old filter and in the bin by mistake. This will make the new filter squash and twist causing low oil pressure. Check the steering wheel down shaft UJ pinch bolts are fully tight and pinched together (above where your feet go drivers side.) They come loose making wheel play. Always reset SAS / torque sensor after wheel alignment or it will feel odd (Electronic steering)

@zulk9mahmood821 6 ай бұрын

I love the looik of your is, what wheels are those ?

@Themyththemanjamesm 11 ай бұрын

Have anyone got a check engine when switching to the k&n air filter? It seems like IS don’t like it. I’m getting a P0441 and p0101 after the install. But when I put the regular one back in it works fine.

@yengyang5870 4 жыл бұрын

Next upgrade is taking off the ISF duck tail and replacing it with the Clinch duck tail on my 07 IS250. The tail sit higher, adds more flares, aggressiveness and looks better than the ISF duck tail in my opinion.

@jonny5499 2 жыл бұрын

the door panels for my is250 are melting and getting all sticky. Are there any ways to fix them or is replacing them the only option??

@andrewcalderon8116 2 жыл бұрын

Where did you get all of the mods? And the best kind of wheels to go with?

@JohnDoe-vn2kh 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question for anyone who knows. For an 07 I.S-250, is there any newer lexus door panels and dashboard that won't melt from the heat? Yea, I wanna get rid of the defective crap that they're known for. Is there any that will fit the 07 250?

@jsueusoj 11 ай бұрын

you said f-sport axle back bro? which fsport axle-back? i loved this IS ❤️ you motivated me

@thomasrhoades6283 5 жыл бұрын

Wanna do a 2nd and 3rd gen comparison? Btw the car is looking good. 👌🏻

@MartyMotoring 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That would be really cool. Email me at martymotoring@gmail.com and we can set something up!

@ke1399 2 жыл бұрын

I need some help.. does anyone know if a gear shifter knob like this one would fit on a 2015 Lexus is250 with a leather boot? Or are different knobs required for this model with a leather boot? Would appreciate any advice thank you 🙏🏻

@ETRNLIZE Жыл бұрын

Some guy crashed in to my 350z , and I’ve been shaving my my eye on this type of Lexus it’s sooo clean and sits soo nice .

@nathanielm77 3 ай бұрын

Did you ever get one?

@Quanboyadvanced Жыл бұрын

What rims yall suggest I'm picking mines up today?

@cybersfn7678 4 жыл бұрын

You got the link for the axle back exhaust you have

@hosseineshaghi1876 3 жыл бұрын

What brand of rims would you recommend?

@lukebeltrand3847 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Marty you know anyone in Raleigh that can do some of this stuff to my IS?

@johnnyblaze2257 4 жыл бұрын

Any mod suggestions for a 2013 Lexus gs450h ?

@dp87479 2 жыл бұрын

What do you think about 4is bumper conversions?

@eldalyeffendi6171 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Marty, how can i re-wrap the mid- console, any video on how to do it, thank you

@ameyaarondekar7938 4 жыл бұрын

Remove the sliver trim next to your gear shifter, few clips and screws and the whole centre console (cup holder to disc player) then remove the plastic parts and just wrap it with any 3M backed wrap of your choice... I did mine in carbon fiber

@danielpamintuan7854 5 жыл бұрын

Yoo Marty any issues with the VIPMOTOZ headlights? I’m considering copping them for my IS as well.

@enriquehinojosa966 5 жыл бұрын

Daniel Pamintuan get them. I bought me a pair 3 months ago and they look really nice

@MartyMotoring 5 жыл бұрын

I haven’t had any issues in the last 2 years of having them 👍

@moejr14 3 жыл бұрын

Do you like the pennnzoil ultra platinum? What kind mpg did you get?

@Bobbysmacks 4 жыл бұрын

really nice lexus :) really nice and clean look. now i want that my is200d look like this but i never get this engine ^^ have to get some money to change to isf :D