True but only car enthusiasts know that. I think about 10% of drivers on the road are car enthusiasts so there’s 90% of people who wouldn’t know the difference. This means that for the most part, this is, in fact, a sleeper to most people.
@Investor_philips take off your horse blinkers, because it is in the US. Certain areas of the country. Subaru sells 150-200k more vehicles in the US than Mazda.
@@vwaudiporsche11 you said underrated get your point well. Do you call the MX5 Miata, rx7, rx8 underrated because that's the best Mazda has to offer. if I'm correct Lexus makes far better performance oriented vehicles than Mazda and I don't think there's any Mazda that can even compete with a 2009 ISF, which is the Least Lexus performance sedan. There's nothing underrated about Mazda.
@@shaggy_2shady182 Who said you can't mod it? There are supercharger/procharger kits for it that make up to 900 HP on stock internals and transmission...
@@RadDadisRad no, because it being naturally aspirated is what makes it different from all the other performance cars, also natural aspirated engine last forever and sound better than boosted engines.
@@RadDadisRad that whining noise is very annoying though, that's not the noise of an engine. You may think differently but everyone I know knows that boosting an engine makes it sound worse.
Yeah they even discontinued the GS line and gsf was the last v8 in that line. I hope they at least keep the is500 alive or better yet they need to throw this engine into an LS.
I have a lexus from 2015 and honestly it holds up to the new cars. Toyota likes to use boring buttons allot and not as many fancy buttons as other brands but imo it makes it better
@@AlfaWolfy1I am also a fan of buttons over screens and gimmicks and a big Toyota fan, but this car IS outdated and really needs an update. It still has a cd player and requires a cable to use CarPlay/android auto. The same model year Corolla has a more up to date interior. It’s not acceptable for a car of this price and it’s the only model that Lexus has in their lineup that still hasn’t received a facelift.
@@trentbrown9461that's not the basis of what he said he was saying that it's all V8 no other induction Force what are you talking about keep your projections to yourself
I’ve seen one of these engines have 376k on the original motor (2015 rc f ) and bro drives it like how it should be driven, also boosted kids do not understand how much of a flex that is, they can have fun blowing up turbos
@@gfamacc1055a car that looks slow and it's actually rlly fast is called a sleeper. it's looks are "sleepy" and gives off normal commuter vibes, but the engine gives off "i'm gonna gap tf out of u" vibes
A reliable NA V8 from Lexus that sounds like a cigar boat? Count me in! A little side note the engine was sound engineered with Yamaha’s musical instrument department just like the LFA. Been loving this car for years.
@@juvedoo99and as someone who works on cars, that's a good thing. It's nice not having to memorize 10 different manuals for every single model and having familiarity makes life better for both the consumer and the mechanics. If it works, don't try to fix it, don't be like the Germans.
Those cars do have a really cool exhaust note. Plus it cracks and pops when it down shifts. I got caught behind one in traffic and immediately fell in love with it. It Sounds Awesome!💪🏾😎
I’ve always thought these cars looked great and they’re pretty reliable. The build quality isn’t outstanding but they’re known for being pretty reliable with basic maintenance.
You can tell by the "diagonally stacked" exhaust... Gotta love the V8.
True but only car enthusiasts know that. I think about 10% of drivers on the road are car enthusiasts so there’s 90% of people who wouldn’t know the difference. This means that for the most part, this is, in fact, a sleeper to most people.
Forest that’s true but Javier fr tho
I'm not really into cars, what does this mean?
@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial Absolutely Forrest, that was meant for us enthusiast. Great job with your reviews, big fan!
sleep 💤
And it’s reliable af 🔥
yessirr, number 1 reliable brand today
@@MusaSiddiqui-bq3pb Toyota?
@@MRJMXHD Lexus is Toyota lol
It's reliable in your opinion ,because you probably only drive lexus. Lexus is reliable in easy to fix not long lasting.
@@taySo_Realstill the best car brand to buy
Thank you lexus for keeping the V8 alive 🤌🏼
Do a m340i
Honestly! Brings me back to their origin with the 4.0 1uz 🥰
Unfortunately killed it for the LS and some others iirc
@@TooFlyNico the 1UZ is a true gem
Toyota
Lexus is genuinely one of the most underrated car brands, made good cars and still do.
Underrated Lexus? Oh my 🙄
Volvo and Mazda are underrated, Lexus not so much. Depending on your geographic location
@@vwaudiporsche11 Mazda isn't underrated in any way stop deceiving yourself.
@Investor_philips take off your horse blinkers, because it is in the US. Certain areas of the country. Subaru sells 150-200k more vehicles in the US than Mazda.
@@vwaudiporsche11 you said underrated get your point well. Do you call the MX5 Miata, rx7, rx8 underrated because that's the best Mazda has to offer. if I'm correct Lexus makes far better performance oriented vehicles than Mazda and I don't think there's any Mazda that can even compete with a 2009 ISF, which is the Least Lexus performance sedan. There's nothing underrated about Mazda.
Was NOT expecting the burnout at the end lol
Use code burnout for 50 % off lol
Me neither 😂😂
Same 😂😂😂
lol caught me off guard by that one I started laughing of joy 🤭
Guess you don’t watch his videos then, he always rips one in “sports” cars
My dad just bought a 2023 IS350 AWD with the NA V6 and just the V6 is fast, I can’t imaging what the V8 is like
It’s quick! Enough to have fun in atleast :)
That rev limiter sounds insane🔥🔥🔥🔥
Lmfao not really buddy
@@Semipropp is does sound pretty sick tho
@@Semipropplmfao, yes, really buddy
@@Semiproppyuh huh
@@Semipropp “Buddy” Is that supposed to be insulting?
The Lexus 5.0 is a beast not only extremely reliable but also great power for a n/a.
The LFA Speedometer is what I'm a need.
It’s so great even after all these years
That was so cool to see
It looks trash af
@@cm-yv2cc Yeah man, that's like... Your opinion. We don't care.
Wrong@@cm-yv2cc
Hey Forrest..that shout out to the LFA is the realest thing I've ever heard on your channel 🫡
That launch was 🔥
It was not lol...
"cute boring lexus you got there, u preparing for the senior home?"
Lexus IS 500 owner: "oh for sure" *does a burnout*
best thing is only golf dads and grandparents are able to afford it so in like 5-10 years they gone be in great condition when being resold
That expensive ?
Bro you made me feel like I secured my future
Seen one last year at a dealer in socal for 63k. Not too bad given what you get.
@@jcdebbs idk man 63k for 475 hp without being able to mod it for more hp
@@shaggy_2shady182
Who said you can't mod it?
There are supercharger/procharger kits for it that make up to 900 HP on stock internals and transmission...
LEXUS!!! I will have a 500 one day 🙌🏽
NATURALLY ASPIRATED 💯
Needs a supercharger
@@RadDadisRad no, because it being naturally aspirated is what makes it different from all the other performance cars, also natural aspirated engine last forever and sound better than boosted engines.
@@VICIOUSLYFAST not a chance. A twin screw supercharger offers induction noise and much better exhaust noise since it’s moving so much more air.
@@RadDadisRad that whining noise is very annoying though, that's not the noise of an engine. You may think differently but everyone I know knows that boosting an engine makes it sound worse.
@@RadDadisRad and the reason lexus cars last forever is because of them being naturally aspirated.
The way he said "shout out to the lfa"
Like he's working for their rivals but couldn't hold back the admiration 😂😂
Finally someone who appreciates this car. 😊. I love to see. Yes beemer boys, there is Lexus too and we love dependability here. 😅
I bought this two weeks ago. Finally arrived after 3.5 months. Cloudburst Gray with red interior!
hey don't worry, as a bmw driver (f30 335i) i'm looking at an rc f or maybe an lc500 way down the road, they just sound too damn good
@@cam_s_ either choice is great. That LC500 would compliment you very well. I wish that for you.
@@boxoffisa
Everyone appreciates a lexsus , even though i prefer a g80 m3 over this car for lots of reasons still an amazing car .
@@pmiahkyhey man, any updates. How is it going? Enjoying the ride.
Such a throwback to the ISF 🔥🔥🔥
Man was that a cool car.
Im praying this isnt the last V8 from Toyota/Lexus. The 5.0 Liter V8 in this and the LC 500 is gorgeous.
Hydrogen v8 coming out with yamaha
Yea this is it the v6 which is in all Toyota/Lexus products will replace this in 2025 😢 its the beginning of the end😔
@@johnblack4915nah they will discontinue
I'm pretty sure it is for us here in North America.
Yeah they even discontinued the GS line and gsf was the last v8 in that line. I hope they at least keep the is500 alive or better yet they need to throw this engine into an LS.
They REALLY need to update that interior
I have a lexus from 2015 and honestly it holds up to the new cars. Toyota likes to use boring buttons allot and not as many fancy buttons as other brands but imo it makes it better
@@AlfaWolfy1I am also a fan of buttons over screens and gimmicks and a big Toyota fan, but this car IS outdated and really needs an update. It still has a cd player and requires a cable to use CarPlay/android auto. The same model year Corolla has a more up to date interior. It’s not acceptable for a car of this price and it’s the only model that Lexus has in their lineup that still hasn’t received a facelift.
No turbo bs, all natural V8 muscle 🔥
V8s are way more fun with turbos or a supercharger. You aren't going to make 1500 hp with a na v8 I promise you that 😂
@@trentbrown9461that's not the basis of what he said he was saying that it's all V8 no other induction Force what are you talking about keep your projections to yourself
That car isn’t muscle, it’s agile and quiet.
@@NovaLSXthis ain't no muscle just sleeper sporty sedan
who the f**k wants to make 1500 hp lol. i want to make it to my destination. this car has PLENTY of hp@@trentbrown9461
danggggg, Toyota dosen't dissapoint us fr fr
That launch just blew up my eardrums 🥲
Yeah my microphone did not like that 😅
Sorry😂
That car in red is especially fire
Don't see many red is'. 😊
@@CzN04 nah blue is better
@@Theplatformerking blue is common. Refer to op.
I really love lexus, and the IS500 is just a chef's kiss
That stacked exhaust tips gives me throw back of the 2008 IS F
Too bad the double exhaust is fake idk bout the is500 tho
NA V8 needs more appreciation bc nowadays it’s all abt who got bigger turbo
I’ve seen one of these engines have 376k on the original motor (2015 rc f ) and bro drives it like how it should be driven, also boosted kids do not understand how much of a flex that is, they can have fun blowing up turbos
Imagine pulled up with that car at the car meet 💀
Washing my is500 and got a notification for this
Beautiful car! I like the IS500 and the RCF.
I always knew the newer IS350/500 were great cars in nearly every department 🔥
It ain't a sleeper with the bright blue pant and the V8 😂😂
lol well you can really hear the V8 because it’s a very mild exhaust and the blue is whatever. I’ve seen a Prius in a bright blue before. 😅
Bro don't know what a sleeper is lol
@@gfamacc1055a car that looks slow and it's actually rlly fast is called a sleeper. it's looks are "sleepy" and gives off normal commuter vibes, but the engine gives off "i'm gonna gap tf out of u" vibes
@@y3kinvictus I think he was talking to pissedoffatyt
@@y3kinvictushe wasn’t talkin about you 😂
I've never thought I would admire this over any premium german car
A reliable NA V8 from Lexus that sounds like a cigar boat? Count me in! A little side note the engine was sound engineered with Yamaha’s musical instrument department just like the LFA. Been loving this car for years.
Lexus and toyota are unmatched
That blue paint is gorgeous
Lexus makes some of the best sounding V8 engines. I hope they continue to keep them around!
Wow that's beautiful and the v8 just heavenly , love your videos
That old school IS-F exhaust is fire
Bro said "Shout out to the LFA"
ME:-
LFAAAAAA
Ive seen this in my university
And i can tell you this indeed sounds good
This car is LITERALLY my favourite sedan!
Wow that blue and those rims are gorgeous
Lexus builds the most beautiful cars, I love this ❤
German Sport Sedans: Turbos and electric power.
Lexus: Shoves big engine in a small hole.
The phone industry's same-ness is coming to the car industry lol
Japanese car companies are notorious for reusing platforms .
@@juvedoo99and as someone who works on cars, that's a good thing. It's nice not having to memorize 10 different manuals for every single model and having familiarity makes life better for both the consumer and the mechanics. If it works, don't try to fix it, don't be like the Germans.
i love lexus so much the gauge cluster call back to the lfa is so sick
Beautiful car as always from the legends at Lexus
Gorgeous design and sounds! 💨
It’s also slept on
💙🙏🏾💙Big Respect if are the owner of one of these stay focus 🫡
Ah yes the 60k-80k sleeper
Fair point. But if you didn't know, it just looks like an IS with a modded exhaust, assuming you even pay enough attention to notice quad exhausts.
And they still use soooo much plastic on the interior trims…
@@scott8934 I came from a Tesla Model 3 so it feels great to me. Plastics are rock solid in terms of assembly so I can look past it.
A sleeper isn't defined by the price it's defined by the looks
My only grudge is that there is no android auto / apple car play
Wish they got rid of the trackpad. Put in some massage seats. Made it AWD. And improved the tech software.
When Lexus gets it right, they REALLY get it right
Sleeper❌ Screamer✅
not rlly a sleeper color tho, looks too good
Definitely not a sleeper color but this in black or silver would definitely be an NPC car.
Man that’s literally my dream car
Sameeee
Looks like they're also stepping up their interior design. Well done Lexus
Lexus is criminally underrated
I don't understand why a company that specializes in comfort and reliability would go for loud and sporty.
This is the first car I would buy that You reviewed .
Love the fact that it can go completely under the radar.
Those cars do have a really cool exhaust note. Plus it cracks and pops when it down shifts. I got caught behind one in traffic and immediately fell in love with it. It Sounds Awesome!💪🏾😎
The thing that's gorgeous is the sky 😍
I love mine. Its the old school muscle for me. And yes.... it still has a CD/DVD player
That thang LIT those tires dawg
naturally aspirated v8 in 2024 that is reliable and sits in a reliable package. Such a W
Lexus sounds so good
This is one of the only new cars I actually like
Every manufacturer is doing the full light bar on the back, but I really like it here and on the porsche/audis
Used to own RC350 F-Sport 2014
No headache, no breaking down, comfortable ride as sport car. IS500 is definitely a sleeper
this has to be the only Lexus where that massive grille actually looks good
Dude shoutout to camera man being synced up with all his non-verbals
That burnout tho🫠
Good god! The V8 and burnout were amazing
I’ve always thought these cars looked great and they’re pretty reliable. The build quality isn’t outstanding but they’re known for being pretty reliable with basic maintenance.
lexus v8’s hitting redline is one of the best sounds ever
I miss the IS300's with the 2JZ engines 😢
If they added ambient lighting it would be great
LOVE IT....BEAUTIFUL BLUE
Awweeee look at those cute little baby brakes! So cute!
That burnout at the end was fire 😩
I’ve been waiting for Lexus and this video for so long
Finally a guy making a review on my favorite car
That’s a beautiful color.
Smoking 😎👍🏾 nice job forester and you matching with the interior
I saw one speeding doing about 110 and it was handling very well.
Lexus isn't selling this in the UK;; what a shame!
Yeah man I've always thought this car is underrated as hell
I was a fan of the original Lexus IS F. Back in like 06.
He didn't mention that it also comes with a freaking CD player too!! Love Lexus!!
IS500 with
RR RACING Supercharger 😊
That lexus looks pure fire🔥✊
Probably the best Lexus burnout I've ever seen 😮
IsF was better but still want a GsF . These is500s are dope still! The rx500 is dope too!
Your review pushed me over the edge to buy one.
The 2009 isf is what i want. This is a close second
Finally lexus brought back the v8 lexus
the lfa cluster is one of my favourite things about my car ngl
I got one of these in nearly the exact same spec not too long ago. I'm in love with it and it has ~2000 miles on it as I write this.
That thing looks so good omg