Hey bro, keep ballin! Just turned 30 this year and treated myself to this car. 2023 IS 350 F sport in white with white interior. 15% tint and ppf package. Never sell this car; it was so hard to find, i had to travel over 100 miles to find one of two in stock that had AWD (Colorado Winters). Take good care of it, and we should get over 300K miles, no problem. Btw jealous of your views. :)
That’s awesome bro 😎 Congrats 👏🏼 definitely a baller car to have at 30 lol the white interior looks really nice. Sometimes I wish I would have gotten white interior but then I’m just too scared of staining it lol well thanks for watching bro and enjoy your new ride 😎🤟🏽 300k miles here we go!
Congrats on your ride. I also graduated from a camry to a 2019 gs350 fsport a few years ago and couldn't be happier with it. I hear people complaining and making a huge deal over technology, but like you, I really appreciate the outer and inner touches of elegance and refinement. I care more about the ride and feel as well as the ML sound system as opposed to ranting about the Trac pad. To me, it's an annoyance but not a deal breaker. I like the peace of mind that goes along with Lexus. Basic maintenance and you should be good to go for a long time. As far as speed, like you said, for street driving, it's great, unless you want to take it to a track. Enjoy
Nice congrats bro! I really love the GS as well. Almost went with that. Yeh don't get me wrong I love cool technology and a lot of stuff I do at work involves using technology but when it comes to my daily driver I want a nice reliable comfortable ride with exceptional build quality and if it lacks technology so be it lol there's more than enough technology and safety feature in my car.
@@Jykobe4915.5 seconds. I would imagine that the IS might be a bit more nimble due to it being a little smaller, but the GS makes up for that in that the interior has more space and it might be a little more quiet inside. Other than that, same drive train.
That’s is definitely one of the reasons I bought this car. I love driving and love not having to pay for crazy car repairs. Do you also have this generation IS?
@@mahntasticfilms6906 I don’t I have the ES 350F Sport and an RX 350. In total We have had 13 Lexus vehicles. All generations of RX and a GX 460 as well as the 3 IS models 2013, 2015 and 2017. ES 350 F Sports 2019 and 2022.
@@bradcolby3624 wow that’s pretty awesome 😎 this is my first Lexus and I think I’ll be keeping it Lexus Hereon out. The product and customer service has been good so far
I have the same car. I like the interior. No excessive crap in it One year 22000. That car is sooo quiet. And not rattles or squeaks at all. Wish list on this car: Power mirrors Power sunshade Power trunk Heads up Soft close doors Would get the 500. But I need awd in northeast
Awesome 😎🤟🏽 yes I love the clean interior. A simple ambient light is all I needed and that’s a cheap and easy fix. I agree with all of those wish list. I definitely wanted the automatic folding side mirrors and what happened to the side mirrors puddle light? They should have had that as well even though it’s useless… it looks cool’s lol They should have also removed CD player and made that an area for putting phone in too …. But I understand there’s people that still uses CD 💿 for music I guess
I agree, but adding those things would add up to the total price of the vehicle. I have the same car, and I got it because it was within my budget, so I'm happy with mine the way it is. There's a better car (LC500) with a higher price tag.
Thanks for watching 😎 oh that’s a tough one. Type s is also a beautiful car and just as reliable I think. Also faster than 350. Negative for me though is no touch screen, I’m not a fan of the instrument cluster vs my Lexus. Sometimes I like the center console and sometimes I think it’s too busy. It reminds me of those early 2000s home stereo system you get from Best Buy that has Cassette and CD player if you know what I mean. Buttt then the Lexus still has a CD player lol soooo…..Oh and I love the traditional gear shifter You should definitely go test drive them both and see how you feel driving in long commutes and twisty roads for handling
Congrats on the one year anniversary! Like you, I think the 2021 refresh is freaking awesome, the car is by far one of the prettiest things on the road today. I agree the center stack is perfectly fine, because ergonomically it all works! RUclips reviewers wanted it changed for 'change sakes' and that's not a valid reason. Hell...VW did exactly what they wanted, put everything into the touchscreen, and they all hated it. Lexus is like...uh huh...we'll just watch this madness and lo and behold, VW had to make some changes because the YT'ers realized they needed physical buttons! 🤭😄 Thanks for posting and happy motoring!
Thanks bro 😎🙏🏽 yes I’ve been loving everything about … except for the CD player … they could have made that into a phone cubby holder but that’s ok lol yeh I’m all about the physical buttons … I mean I sometimes I prefer the track pad over touching and putting finger prints on my screen lol
@@mahntasticfilms6906 Man…I’m not going to play coy, this car is the best effing car I’ve ever owned! I’m at 18K miles in 17 months of ownership and I work from home! 😂 Couple the stunning looks with that hum of the V8….have mercy. 😍 If you’re chasing spec sheets, the car doesn’t compete. In the real-world though….different freaking story. Jason Camisa said the IS 500 and the Supra are dead even on non-prepped surfaces. (e.g. Not magazine style.) Swap out those awful Bridgestones for Michelin PS4S’, upgrade the air filter, slide it into Sport S+ & Manual, and bam! 😜
@@blu_is500 man I’m jealous. I wanted the v8 but definitely gas gonna be hurting me haha yup I’m at 23k miles and 16 months in … some commuting and definitely just finding excuses to cruise somewhere. Spec sheet means nothing to me… it’s all about the whole package and Lexus definitely checks all the boxes. Have you tried burning out and doing donuts yet with your car? 😂
I’m late to your video but I’m finally upgrading. I still drive my 06 accord from college but I’m turning 27 in March and finally want to treat myself. Going to get the 2021 IS 3.5L red interior. Patience indeed pays off
That’s awesome bro 😎👏🏼 You deserve to treat yourself sometimes. You’ll really enjoy it. I still get compliments. Went to Costco yesterday for new tires and everyone in the back was making noise and complimenting my ride lol feels good
Helpful video bro! Question, why didn’t the switching out on tires/higher insurance rates/gas prem. point you to an ES instead? Trying to make a decision for myself, thanks!
Thanks for watching bro! That’s honestly a good question and before buying this car I’ve been going back and forth on practicality and value proposition. This car just looks so dang sexy from all angles. I love the feel of the rear wheel drive especially when driving twisty roads. This has good handling and feels sporty. ES is not good at that and not exciting for that scenario. ES is more comfortable…more luxury feel … better noise isolation Ultimately I decided if I wanted a smart and practical car then I should just stick with the Honda civic or Toyota Camry. And if I wanted to get a premium / luxury car I should get the car that brings a smile to my face when cruising normally and when I want to step on the gas pedal and do some crazy turns lol the premium gas can get expensive though 😩 Id say ES is the smarter choice if you don’t care about the better handling…RWD and the sportier feel. ES feels more modern and roomier as well. Go test drive both cars. Make sure you really test drive it! And see which one makes you happy 😀
No prob 😎 yes the CD player definitely should have been removed and used as a phone storage compartment or something lol flat bottom steering wheel would have been a nice touch as well. But even with these flaws this car is just a pleasure for everyday commute
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I want the IS 500 but each time I say I’m going to buy it, part of me is saying it’s better to invest that type of money into an asset not liability. Sometimes I think of it like you only live once, other times I say don’t be stupid with your money
lol yeh I’m with you on that dilemma. Everyone’s in a different stage in life and have different financial situation. I’d say if you could afford and buying it won’t financially drain you … go for it 🤟🏽 lol life is a balance and indeed short. You have to enjoy some of your money while you’re still alive 😎🤟🏽
Hey man I’m looking to buy a used 2021 is350. I’ve been driving a 2008 civic lx manual since 2012 and ready for an upgrade. Is there a lot of maintenance for this car? Also how does it do with speed bumps? What were the biggest differences you noticed immediately coming from a civic? I think this car is the perfect package. Sometimes I feel like it’s too much car for me but I havnt treated myself in a while and I can now finally afford it. I’d park it so far from other cars haha. I’ll drop a sub to follow your journey with this beautiful vehicle
Hey bro! Thanks for watching and wow thats awesome yeh I did the same with my 2009 civic lx manual..drove that thing to the ground lol. The maintenance is going to cost you more than the civic. 5k Miles increments. Oil change is every 10k miles though. Brake jobs will cost more. The tires are good for 30-45k miles I believe depending on what brand you get (summer vs all season tires) The rear and front has different size wheels so no tire rotation. Tires are also like 1k - 1500 minimum vs $500-800 for civic. Its good on speed bumps but on driveway with incline you could scrape the bottom if not careful. Biggest difference is the v6 speed and RWD. definitely a lot more powerful and amazing handling. Turning radius really good. That V6 sound is music to my ears compare to 4 cylinder. Car is well balanced and very comfortable while being sporty (Civic started hurting my back and butt on long commutes thats 1 hr or longer). I don't struggle when driving up the hill at higher elevation and I could easily pass 70 mph. I couldn't do that on my civic Oh its premium gas only so keep that in mind. Bottom line is it's gonna cost you a little more for maintenance but I think it's worth it for me. I also service my car at the Lexus dealership. It cost more but i love the service they provide from no wait time, free quality coffee and complementary Lexus car for the day. I think you deserve it bro! You should go for it! sometimes its nice to treat yourself with something nice like ...a Lexus lol yes and I still park my car far when I can
No not really. I don’t drive to the office ( grass valley) when there’s a lot of snow. I’ve driven in 1 inch or less and it’s fine. I just got new Michelins A/S pilot sports tires so maybe I’ll drive to Lake Tahoe this winter haha
Yup just the standard premium audio. It’s actually pretty good. Clarity is good. Bass is good and more than enough but could be better. I’ll probably install aftermarket subwoofer in the future…. Maybe 🤔 I’ve tested out the mark Levinson on the new ES and RX and honestly it’s disappointing. I expected the bass and clarity to be better but it’s not. I’ve even played with audio settings. I prefer my standard speakers for bass over the mark Levinson tbh.
Hey bro it's worth it! I've been in different rental cars and this is still my favorite car. I did buy it brand new in 2022. in 2022 a used 2021 cost the same if not more than a new model. I pay $800 a month and in June will be my 2 years with the car. I did get the prepaid service for $3500 (50k service) I figured if I'm gonna buy a nice new luxury car I'd like to experienced the luxury service as well lol at least for the first 50k miles. My goal is to pay it all off within a year or 2. You could get a good used deal these days so I would look at that. The interest are high though so keep that in mind.
Hey bro! yes I still have this car and love every minute of it. I still turn around and stare at it when I park it lol. I usually drive conservatively but when I drive aggressively it definitely doesn't disappoint. I could do sharp turns while stepping on the gas pedal confidently. oh and I still get compliments from strangers lol I 100% recommend this car!
Oh I got these from Amazon for $15 (Govee Car LED) Super easy to install with just plug and play. The cables hide real well under the center console and I powered it through the cigarette lighter plug. I think it’s worth it!
Thanks dude 😎🙏🏽 yes still not tired of it yet lol if your looking to own for long term and not want to drain your wallet on repairs and maintenance .. Lexus but I would think BMW might have more fun factor and technology
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I just got a 2023 IS 350 over the weekend. My only dislikes- the speakers are not premium and way below par, the lack of storage and the lack of USB ports. Other than that, love it.
Nice congrats bro! 😎🤟🏽 yes the speakers are bad considering the price of the car .. my sisters 2014 Camry sounds better with better bass. USB is plenty for me and I have a extension adapter with additional usb A and USB-c
If i wanted power and shit. M340i or even a redsport 400. But tbh i want good sounding smooth and hella reliable. Ive had really bad experiences with cars and expensive fixes and i just want something i can beat on once in a while and enjoy a good ride
Yup this is the exact perfect car for what you just described. If I really wanted a race oriented car I’d just get an old Honda civic with manual transmission and modify it … but this Lexus is not that nor do I want it to be
GUYS: you don’t NEED awd. You need really good tires for winter duty. I have the 500 and drive it in the winter in the pacific NW, with winter tires. Works just fine. Biggest lie of the decade is “I need awd in case it snows one inch” Improve your driving skills, have the proper tires and you will be fine
I 100% agree with this statement! People think they need awd but they really don’t. Especially living here in California. I’m not gonna lie I used to be one of those lol “I want AWD so I could drive to Lake Tahoe” … then I realized I’ve been driving everywhere with my Honda civic lx just fine Having good tires for winter and driving skills is key. Now there are places where awd is the way to go but that’s a small exception
lol ohh you should! Rav is very practical if you need it but for me this is more than enough space for 98% of the time…. The other 2% when I need space I’ll just use my sisters car or company vehicle lol 2026 might be all electric? Get the v6 now while you can
My brother, but now I am confused between the LEXUS IS350 2022 and the BMW G20 330i, and I am afraid because these cars are from Mercedes. They say that they do not last for more than 6 years, and I have kept the car for more than 5 years. They say that it has problems and such, but you as a user, what do you say, which one is better, Lexus? Or BMW V 1- Driving 2- Reliability 3- The comfort of the car on long roads and how well it can withstand pressure. Because I am confused about both and I am afraid about reliability and driving pleasure. Explain to me and I am sorry for the inconvenience.Could you please answer the question of car reliability? I drive fast and driving is the most important thing to me. reliability. Will the car be able to withstand his 170,000 miles on his Voc? Will it be as reliable as, say, a Lexus? I like it so much that I'm concerned about its reliability and high price . So what do you think? Is it reliable? Which one is better? In all respects, especially when it comes to reliability and driving feel, there is a LEXUS IS and a BMW G20 and how do they differ? I'm sorry for the inconvenience. thank you.
I would say if you plan to drive for many miles past 170,000 the Lexus IS 350 is the answer. Very comfortable on long commutes. Seats feels good and snug ….. I don’t know if it’s comfortable if you’re a bigger / wider person. No creeks or rattles from dashboard. Sound isolation is pretty good not as good as like the GS, ES, LS but still good. Very good on handling and twisty roads. It’s not the fastest but more than enough power to past cars on the freeway. I would totally get Lexus … (obviously why I got it lol ) over BMW … unless you plan to lease and return when 3 year of over … and if you plan not to drive too much. I drive a lot for fun and for commute to work. This is best of both worlds. You’ll waste your money on repairs and maintenance for Mercedes and BMW ….. hey if you’ve got money to waste and money is not an issue then who cares… get whatever makes you happy
@@mahntasticfilms6906 Very nice. So, is the rear seat space of the Lexus the same as the rear seat space of the BMW G20, and is the Lexus enjoyable to drive?
@@MohamedQureshiI feel like it’s in the same class but best thing to do is test drive them both in long commutes and on curvy roads… that’ll let you know what car is best for yah
How do you like the basic sound system? And who makes it? If I’m gonna get this slow car at least I’m gonna get the Mark Levinson sound system for the music lol
It’s decent the only thing is it lacks bass. If the bass was stronger it would be a solid system. I heard mark levinson doesn’t have great bass either in the IS. I’m thinking of installing a small subwoofer and amp in the trunk lol
I like the IS350, it's a great looking and reliable car. In Canada they cost more than the 2023 G70 3.3T, which is bizzare. Your seating position is waaay to streched out! You should be much closer with bent arms and basically your wrist touching the top of the steering wheel.
Yup I love it too in combination of the fully touch screen. I use it most of the time to avoid fingerprints on the screen (gross 😂) I also think it adds to the luxury feeling. I don’t think Lexus should remove it but refine it. Make it like the Apple trackpad
Welp I guess if you’re rich and don’t care about a nice car you could always drive an old Toyota Corolla or hire a driver … I know some rich folks who just have a full time driver … driving them around in a black suburban
The IS350 isn’t eco friendly (19 to 25) or have a turbo. Its naturally aspirated. It’s an attainable sports sedan that satisfies the needs of 95% of us. Of course the IS500 is a beast, if you can afford one AFTER you find one. Very rare and expensive.
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Hey bro, keep ballin! Just turned 30 this year and treated myself to this car. 2023 IS 350 F sport in white with white interior. 15% tint and ppf package. Never sell this car; it was so hard to find, i had to travel over 100 miles to find one of two in stock that had AWD (Colorado Winters). Take good care of it, and we should get over 300K miles, no problem. Btw jealous of your views. :)
That’s awesome bro 😎 Congrats 👏🏼 definitely a baller car to have at 30 lol the white interior looks really nice. Sometimes I wish I would have gotten white interior but then I’m just too scared of staining it lol well thanks for watching bro and enjoy your new ride 😎🤟🏽 300k miles here we go!
"buttery smoooooooth" bro that riff sounded like a musiqsoulchild riff 😂🔥 impressive
Thanks for the review btw, saving up for one of these
lol 😂 thanks bro 😎. Oh yeh definitely worth saving up for.
I had to come back to this video! Thanks so much for making it! The calm drive, the beautiful drive, your knowledge. Thanks for making it!
Haha I appreciate you bro! Thanks for watching 😎
Nice! I had a 2021 IS350 And loved everything except the lack of power. I fixed that by trading it in for a 2022 IS500.
Lol nice bro 🤟🏽😎 that’s the ultimate beast. Wish I could afford that! I drive too much for that V8 gas price haha
Agreed 100% . Probably I will do that too later this year
@@tokyoluGS I’m jelly. I too want the IS500 lol
310 horses are a lack of power?
@@richardlanier2113compared to the 472 hp of the IS500, the is350 is underpowered.
Congrats on your ride. I also graduated from a camry to a 2019 gs350 fsport a few years ago and couldn't be happier with it. I hear people complaining and making a huge deal over technology, but like you, I really appreciate the outer and inner touches of elegance and refinement. I care more about the ride and feel as well as the ML sound system as opposed to ranting about the Trac pad. To me, it's an annoyance but not a deal breaker. I like the peace of mind that goes along with Lexus. Basic maintenance and you should be good to go for a long time. As far as speed, like you said, for street driving, it's great, unless you want to take it to a track. Enjoy
Nice congrats bro! I really love the GS as well. Almost went with that. Yeh don't get me wrong I love cool technology and a lot of stuff I do at work involves using technology but when it comes to my daily driver I want a nice reliable comfortable ride with exceptional build quality and if it lacks technology so be it lol there's more than enough technology and safety feature in my car.
What's the 0-60 on you're car?
@@Jykobe4915.5 seconds. I would imagine that the IS might be a bit more nimble due to it being a little smaller, but the GS makes up for that in that the interior has more space and it might be a little more quiet inside. Other than that, same drive train.
You will never have a problem with this car. Have had 3 of them..awesome
That’s is definitely one of the reasons I bought this car. I love driving and love not having to pay for crazy car repairs. Do you also have this generation IS?
Why 3? Why you get rid of each one?
@@mahntasticfilms6906 I don’t I have the ES 350F Sport and an RX 350. In total We have had 13 Lexus vehicles. All generations of RX and a GX 460 as well as the 3 IS models 2013, 2015 and 2017. ES 350 F Sports 2019 and 2022.
@@bradcolby3624 wow that’s pretty awesome 😎 this is my first Lexus and I think I’ll be keeping it Lexus Hereon out. The product and customer service has been good so far
I have the same car. I like the interior. No excessive crap in it
One year 22000.
That car is sooo quiet. And not rattles or squeaks at all.
Wish list on this car:
Power mirrors
Power sunshade
Power trunk
Heads up
Soft close doors
Would get the 500. But I need awd in northeast
Awesome 😎🤟🏽 yes I love the clean interior. A simple ambient light is all I needed and that’s a cheap and easy fix. I agree with all of those wish list. I definitely wanted the automatic folding side mirrors and what happened to the side mirrors puddle light? They should have had that as well even though it’s useless… it looks cool’s lol
They should have also removed CD player and made that an area for putting phone in too …. But I understand there’s people that still uses CD 💿 for music I guess
I agree, but adding those things would add up to the total price of the vehicle. I have the same car, and I got it because it was within my budget, so I'm happy with mine the way it is. There's a better car (LC500) with a higher price tag.
@@gkgrijalva yeh that’s true but power mirrors should be standard or add on
Hey, would you be able to make a video on what led lights you use and where to hide the wires?
@@AndyVu4u that’s not a bad idea. I’ll make a video when I have the time here soon
Thanks for the nice review. Trying to decide between a 24 TLX Type S and this is350 F Sport
Thanks for watching 😎 oh that’s a tough one. Type s is also a beautiful car and just as reliable I think. Also faster than 350.
Negative for me though is no touch screen, I’m not a fan of the instrument cluster vs my Lexus. Sometimes I like the center console and sometimes I think it’s too busy. It reminds me of those early 2000s home stereo system you get from Best Buy that has Cassette and CD player if you know what I mean. Buttt then the Lexus still has a CD player lol soooo…..Oh and I love the traditional gear shifter
You should definitely go test drive them both and see how you feel driving in long commutes and twisty roads for handling
Congrats on the one year anniversary! Like you, I think the 2021 refresh is freaking awesome, the car is by far one of the prettiest things on the road today. I agree the center stack is perfectly fine, because ergonomically it all works! RUclips reviewers wanted it changed for 'change sakes' and that's not a valid reason. Hell...VW did exactly what they wanted, put everything into the touchscreen, and they all hated it. Lexus is like...uh huh...we'll just watch this madness and lo and behold, VW had to make some changes because the YT'ers realized they needed physical buttons! 🤭😄 Thanks for posting and happy motoring!
Thanks bro 😎🙏🏽 yes I’ve been loving everything about … except for the CD player … they could have made that into a phone cubby holder but that’s ok lol yeh I’m all about the physical buttons … I mean I sometimes I prefer the track pad over touching and putting finger prints on my screen lol
@@mahntasticfilms6906 😂🤜🏽🤛🏽
@@blu_is500 man I’m still jealous about your IS500 though! 😂 hope it’s testing you well
@@mahntasticfilms6906 Man…I’m not going to play coy, this car is the best effing car I’ve ever owned! I’m at 18K miles in 17 months of ownership and I work from home! 😂 Couple the stunning looks with that hum of the V8….have mercy. 😍 If you’re chasing spec sheets, the car doesn’t compete. In the real-world though….different freaking story. Jason Camisa said the IS 500 and the Supra are dead even on non-prepped surfaces. (e.g. Not magazine style.) Swap out those awful Bridgestones for Michelin PS4S’, upgrade the air filter, slide it into Sport S+ & Manual, and bam! 😜
@@blu_is500 man I’m jealous. I wanted the v8 but definitely gas gonna be hurting me haha yup I’m at 23k miles and 16 months in … some commuting and definitely just finding excuses to cruise somewhere. Spec sheet means nothing to me… it’s all about the whole package and Lexus definitely checks all the boxes. Have you tried burning out and doing donuts yet with your car? 😂
I’m late to your video but I’m finally upgrading. I still drive my 06 accord from college but I’m turning 27 in March and finally want to treat myself. Going to get the 2021 IS 3.5L red interior. Patience indeed pays off
That’s awesome bro 😎👏🏼 You deserve to treat yourself sometimes. You’ll really enjoy it. I still get compliments. Went to Costco yesterday for new tires and everyone in the back was making noise and complimenting my ride lol feels good
Helpful video bro! Question, why didn’t the switching out on tires/higher insurance rates/gas prem. point you to an ES instead? Trying to make a decision for myself, thanks!
Thanks for watching bro! That’s honestly a good question and before buying this car I’ve been going back and forth on practicality and value proposition. This car just looks so dang sexy from all angles. I love the feel of the rear wheel drive especially when driving twisty roads. This has good handling and feels sporty. ES is not good at that and not exciting for that scenario. ES is more comfortable…more luxury feel … better noise isolation
Ultimately I decided if I wanted a smart and practical car then I should just stick with the Honda civic or Toyota Camry. And if I wanted to get a premium / luxury car I should get the car that brings a smile to my face when cruising normally and when I want to step on the gas pedal and do some crazy turns lol the premium gas can get expensive though 😩
Id say ES is the smarter choice if you don’t care about the better handling…RWD and the sportier feel. ES feels more modern and roomier as well.
Go test drive both cars. Make sure you really test drive it! And see which one makes you happy 😀
i went from driving a evo x to a lexus is350 f sport awd and the comfy from the lexus is 🔥🔥. dont have any regrets at all
Best comfort for sure. No back pain or sore butt after long 3 hr drives 😂🤟🏽 I’m keeping this ride for a long time
Thx for your thoughts. This one is on my list even though it’s dated. 2 things surprise me. The cd player and lack of a flat bottom steering wheel.
No prob 😎 yes the CD player definitely should have been removed and used as a phone storage compartment or something lol flat bottom steering wheel would have been a nice touch as well. But even with these flaws this car is just a pleasure for everyday commute
Congrats on the yr! Can you please share the link for the ambient ligjts in your footwell?
Thanks bro 😎 yes sir! I got from Amazon for I think $14
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I want the IS 500 but each time I say I’m going to buy it, part of me is saying it’s better to invest that type of money into an asset not liability. Sometimes I think of it like you only live once, other times I say don’t be stupid with your money
lol yeh I’m with you on that dilemma. Everyone’s in a different stage in life and have different financial situation. I’d say if you could afford and buying it won’t financially drain you … go for it 🤟🏽 lol life is a balance and indeed short. You have to enjoy some of your money while you’re still alive 😎🤟🏽
Very true
You only live once. If you work hard, you should treat yourself. It doesn’t have to be this exact moment but you should plan for the is500
@@kwameglover1330 yup what’s the point of working hard when your only planning to enjoy it after retirement when you’re hellah old lol
Hey man I’m looking to buy a used 2021 is350. I’ve been driving a 2008 civic lx manual since 2012 and ready for an upgrade. Is there a lot of maintenance for this car? Also how does it do with speed bumps? What were the biggest differences you noticed immediately coming from a civic? I think this car is the perfect package. Sometimes I feel like it’s too much car for me but I havnt treated myself in a while and I can now finally afford it. I’d park it so far from other cars haha. I’ll drop a sub to follow your journey with this beautiful vehicle
Hey bro! Thanks for watching and wow thats awesome yeh I did the same with my 2009 civic lx manual..drove that thing to the ground lol.
The maintenance is going to cost you more than the civic. 5k Miles increments. Oil change is every 10k miles though. Brake jobs will cost more. The tires are good for 30-45k miles I believe depending on what brand you get (summer vs all season tires) The rear and front has different size wheels so no tire rotation. Tires are also like 1k - 1500 minimum vs $500-800 for civic.
Its good on speed bumps but on driveway with incline you could scrape the bottom if not careful.
Biggest difference is the v6 speed and RWD. definitely a lot more powerful and amazing handling. Turning radius really good. That V6 sound is music to my ears compare to 4 cylinder. Car is well balanced and very comfortable while being sporty (Civic started hurting my back and butt on long commutes thats 1 hr or longer). I don't struggle when driving up the hill at higher elevation and I could easily pass 70 mph. I couldn't do that on my civic
Oh its premium gas only so keep that in mind.
Bottom line is it's gonna cost you a little more for maintenance but I think it's worth it for me. I also service my car at the Lexus dealership. It cost more but i love the service they provide from no wait time, free quality coffee and complementary Lexus car for the day.
I think you deserve it bro! You should go for it! sometimes its nice to treat yourself with something nice like ...a Lexus lol yes and I still park my car far when I can
You got this bro. It’ll be well worth it
I agree. Anything over 300HP is good enough for me. I like driving in style. Love Lexus. Regardless if it's looked at as an old people brand.
Right lol honestly if I wanted a real dedicated fast race car I’d just get a project car with a manual transmission
@@mahntasticfilms6906 Exactly!
Hey bro, nice ride, and loved everything about your car. Did you lower your car? It looks so good.
Thanks bro 🤟🏽😎 nope I did not. It’s all stock. Yeh it does look low for a stock car.
What camera r u using from behind you like that?
I’m actually using my iPhone 12 Pro Max with filmic pro app which gives me manual controls on exposure and focus
@@mahntasticfilms6906 thx
@@ljc1821 😎🤟🏽
Do you encounter any snow during the winters? How is it?
No not really. I don’t drive to the office ( grass valley) when there’s a lot of snow. I’ve driven in 1 inch or less and it’s fine. I just got new Michelins A/S pilot sports tires so maybe I’ll drive to Lake Tahoe this winter haha
Didn’t expect to hear Canon on this intro! 🔥🔥🔥
Very talented artist for sure 🔥🔥
Your car has the regular audio package right? How's the audio?
Yup just the standard premium audio. It’s actually pretty good. Clarity is good. Bass is good and more than enough but could be better. I’ll probably install aftermarket subwoofer in the future…. Maybe 🤔
I’ve tested out the mark Levinson on the new ES and RX and honestly it’s disappointing. I expected the bass and clarity to be better but it’s not. I’ve even played with audio settings. I prefer my standard speakers for bass over the mark Levinson tbh.
Great car 👍👍
Thanks man 🙏🏽 it’s definitely a beautiful car 😎
I can’t wait to buy this car. What are your payments like? Did you buy it brand new/put anything down?
Hey bro it's worth it! I've been in different rental cars and this is still my favorite car. I did buy it brand new in 2022. in 2022 a used 2021 cost the same if not more than a new model. I pay $800 a month and in June will be my 2 years with the car. I did get the prepaid service for $3500 (50k service) I figured if I'm gonna buy a nice new luxury car I'd like to experienced the luxury service as well lol at least for the first 50k miles.
My goal is to pay it all off within a year or 2. You could get a good used deal these days so I would look at that. The interest are high though so keep that in mind.
still have this car? if so do you recommend it to this day / do you beat on it hard?
Hey bro! yes I still have this car and love every minute of it. I still turn around and stare at it when I park it lol. I usually drive conservatively but when I drive aggressively it definitely doesn't disappoint. I could do sharp turns while stepping on the gas pedal confidently. oh and I still get compliments from strangers lol I 100% recommend this car!
BRO OMFG I LOVE MY CAR THE IS350 SOUNDS SO GOOD
Yes the sounds is like music to my ears lol
What is the ambient light you have under the dash
Oh I got these from Amazon for $15 (Govee Car LED) Super easy to install with just plug and play. The cables hide real well under the center console and I powered it through the cigarette lighter plug. I think it’s worth it!
I have the same one! I thought the startup light sequence looked familiar
@@stuntdrag0n nice 🤟🏽😎 definitely a very cool touch for very little money
i have my lexus for 15 years, 250k miles on it and no problem at all.
Very nice 👍🏼 I’m sure I could get this car past 300k miles .. we’ll see
That car will win you some races. If your fast off the light it will do well. It looks like a great option for road course and twisty roads.
Ohh definitely 😎.. so much fun on twisty roads. The best handling for it while being comfortable haha
Such a beautiful car. Debating whether I want this or the BMW 3 series.... Just wow!
Thanks dude 😎🙏🏽 yes still not tired of it yet lol if your looking to own for long term and not want to drain your wallet on repairs and maintenance .. Lexus but I would think BMW might have more fun factor and technology
Where did you get the led floor lights ?
He said Amazon in the video.
Yeh I got it from Amazon for $15 and it’s been working fine for a year now. It’s called govee car LED.
Govee Car LED Lights, Smart Car Interior Lights with App Control, RGB Inside Car Lights with DIY Mode and Music Mode, 2 Lines Design LED Lights for Cars with Car Charger, DC 12V a.co/d/72W8AMo
I just got a 2023 IS 350 over the weekend. My only dislikes- the speakers are not premium and way below par, the lack of storage and the lack of USB ports. Other than that, love it.
Nice congrats bro! 😎🤟🏽 yes the speakers are bad considering the price of the car .. my sisters 2014 Camry sounds better with better bass. USB is plenty for me and I have a extension adapter with additional usb A and USB-c
Yeah it's missing the base
@@adammathews539 yeh well there’s always aftermarket subwoofer 🔊 lol
If i wanted power and shit. M340i or even a redsport 400. But tbh i want good sounding smooth and hella reliable. Ive had really bad experiences with cars and expensive fixes and i just want something i can beat on once in a while and enjoy a good ride
Yup this is the exact perfect car for what you just described. If I really wanted a race oriented car I’d just get an old Honda civic with manual transmission and modify it … but this Lexus is not that nor do I want it to be
This car kinda looks like if a supra was a sedan but my heart is set on the LS 460.
It kindah does 🤔 huh like the side profile but toned down. Oh LS 460 is the ultimate luxury sedan for sure 👌🏼
Instant classic.
Definitely will be
My next car
you definitely won't be disappointed!
GUYS: you don’t NEED awd. You need really good tires for winter duty. I have the 500 and drive it in the winter in the pacific NW, with winter tires. Works just fine.
Biggest lie of the decade is “I need awd in case it snows one inch”
Improve your driving skills, have the proper tires and you will be fine
I 100% agree with this statement! People think they need awd but they really don’t. Especially living here in California. I’m not gonna lie I used to be one of those lol “I want AWD so I could drive to Lake Tahoe” … then I realized I’ve been driving everywhere with my Honda civic lx just fine
Having good tires for winter and driving skills is key.
Now there are places where awd is the way to go but that’s a small exception
Very Pinoy! nice! i’m planning to trade in my Rav4 Limited on this soon.. maybe bhy 2026?
lol ohh you should! Rav is very practical if you need it but for me this is more than enough space for 98% of the time…. The other 2% when I need space I’ll just use my sisters car or company vehicle lol 2026 might be all electric? Get the v6 now while you can
After I pay off my truck , im getting one of these
Heck yeh it’ll be worth it! 😎 definitely a different experience than the truck
i’m upgrading from a civic to an is350 too! great minds think alike
Heck yeh bro 😎🤟🏽 it’s gonna be one heck of an upgrade 🚗 💨
I just upgraded from a 2022 civic sport (3 year lease ended). To a 2024 is350 f sport 0 miles 😎
Major upgrade on performance and luxury and RWD 😏
@@joemomma273 that’s awesome bro Congrats 😎 definitely a huge upgrade 🤟🏽
@@mahntasticfilms6906 I forgot to mention I got it in the new paint, Incognito, looks clean i just wish it came with red interior !
My brother, but now I am confused between the LEXUS IS350 2022 and the BMW G20 330i, and I am afraid because these cars are from Mercedes. They say that they do not last for more than 6 years, and I have kept the car for more than 5 years. They say that it has problems and such, but you as a user, what do you say, which one is better, Lexus? Or BMW V 1- Driving 2- Reliability 3- The comfort of the car on long roads and how well it can withstand pressure. Because I am confused about both and I am afraid about reliability and driving pleasure. Explain to me and I am sorry for the inconvenience.Could you please answer the question of car reliability? I drive fast and driving is the most important thing to me. reliability. Will the car be able to withstand his 170,000 miles on his Voc? Will it be as reliable as, say, a Lexus? I like it so much that I'm concerned about its reliability and high price . So what do you think? Is it reliable? Which one is better? In all respects, especially when it comes to reliability and driving feel, there is a LEXUS IS and a BMW G20 and how do they differ? I'm sorry for the inconvenience. thank you.
I would say if you plan to drive for many miles past 170,000 the Lexus IS 350 is the answer. Very comfortable on long commutes. Seats feels good and snug ….. I don’t know if it’s comfortable if you’re a bigger / wider person. No creeks or rattles from dashboard. Sound isolation is pretty good not as good as like the GS, ES, LS but still good.
Very good on handling and twisty roads. It’s not the fastest but more than enough power to past cars on the freeway.
I would totally get Lexus … (obviously why I got it lol ) over BMW … unless you plan to lease and return when 3 year of over … and if you plan not to drive too much. I drive a lot for fun and for commute to work. This is best of both worlds.
You’ll waste your money on repairs and maintenance for Mercedes and BMW ….. hey if you’ve got money to waste and money is not an issue then who cares… get whatever makes you happy
@@mahntasticfilms6906 Very nice. So, is the rear seat space of the Lexus the same as the rear seat space of the BMW G20, and is the Lexus enjoyable to drive?
@@MohamedQureshiI feel like it’s in the same class but best thing to do is test drive them both in long commutes and on curvy roads… that’ll let you know what car is best for yah
How do you like the basic sound system? And who makes it? If I’m gonna get this slow car at least I’m gonna get the Mark Levinson sound system for the music lol
It’s decent the only thing is it lacks bass. If the bass was stronger it would be a solid system. I heard mark levinson doesn’t have great bass either in the IS. I’m thinking of installing a small subwoofer and amp in the trunk lol
I got an 07 is250 right now. My next move is the ISF
Nice bro 😎 that’ll be a big step up for sure 🤟🏽
Is it Fsport 3?
Just an f sport not sure what an fsport 3 is. Is that maybe a Canada thing? Or AWD?
@@mahntasticfilms6906 Canada, with electronic suspension, and Torson limit slip dif.
@@desmomotodesmomoto2033 ahh I see that makes sense
i thought the 2022 IS came with wireless apple carplay?
Nope but I installed an aftermarket dongle that works really good for $60 on Amazon
You say you grew up in Richmond?? Richmond California???
Yes sir! San Pablo and Richmond in CA. I used to live near the Bart station in Richmond 😂. You from there or have family there?
@mahntasticfilms6906 Born and Raised! Used to live by Kennedy High 🤣. Love Richmond 2 death, Ayeeeeeee!
@@JloveLamarlol ohh the manors complex? Jk yeh I love Richmond except for the bad stuff though 😂
@@mahntasticfilms6906 No, sir! I grew up in a HOUSE 🤣. Love tha Manor, but no 🤣🤣. I love it all! The good, the bad, the ugly 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@JloveLamar lol 😂 lucky you bro … the Barrett’s apartment for me … yeh lots of memories and stories for sure.
Schuhweet. Nice.
would i be able to buy one for less than 30k?
Here in California you get a used 2014 or 2015 is350 fsport with 70k miles for under $30k maybe $26k. Some states are cheaper I think.
If you could do is300 awd it's a lot cheaper
@@ruiqianren9405 definitely cheaper but won’t be as fun as RWD…. But hey gottah some kind of compromise
I bought mine for 36k and that was after weeeks of negotiations with the dealership
@@loccdoutss8752 that’s a steal deal 😎🤟🏽. Car prices are definitely dropping now
Horse powers
Yes, lots of them.
I would have got the is500.
Ohh I wish lol I couldn’t imagine the crazy gas money on that V8 … because you know I love driving and drive more than the average people do annually
I like the IS350, it's a great looking and reliable car. In Canada they cost more than the 2023 G70 3.3T, which is bizzare. Your seating position is waaay to streched out! You should be much closer with bent arms and basically your wrist touching the top of the steering wheel.
Yeh this definitely a beautiful car. Yeh I actually have my other seat settings the correct way lol this my lazy … cruising seating position
Try my LC 500 and you will never go back 😂
Ohh man I wish. maybe one day I’ll upgrade to the LC500 😂
I love the track pad even tho ppl talked so much junk about it
Yup I love it too in combination of the fully touch screen. I use it most of the time to avoid fingerprints on the screen (gross 😂) I also think it adds to the luxury feeling. I don’t think Lexus should remove it but refine it. Make it like the Apple trackpad
Lmfao you got a car cuz the start up is cute? Gosh, hehe, did you also get the right pretty color you wanted? Gosh new generations
explain worth to a person with money who dont give a damn about material things
Welp I guess if you’re rich and don’t care about a nice car you could always drive an old Toyota Corolla or hire a driver … I know some rich folks who just have a full time driver … driving them around in a black suburban
Stop smacking your tongue
lol opps
Definitely not worth it...u like these eco friendly ass cars?? With turbos? I'm sticking to 2014 is F
Oh you got an ISF? Well that’s a beast compared to this tiny v6 😂
Get a IS 500 then bro
@linusmethtips90 go compare is500 to the 2014 listen to the engine notes
The IS350 isn’t eco friendly (19 to 25) or have a turbo. Its naturally aspirated. It’s an attainable sports sedan that satisfies the needs of 95% of us. Of course the IS500 is a beast, if you can afford one AFTER you find one. Very rare and expensive.
@@Dano-MX5 all I'm saying is older cars built tougher and louder 2008-2017