@@jakobsmith3772 throw up a vid, I’ve been thinking about resonator delete with aftermarket axel back and all the secondary cat deletes I have heard have sounded even better
I found a really great clean one here in the states for $12,500 with 67k miles on it. I wanted to jump on it bad but it sold too quick. It was a 2012 one. I’m looking to buy an all black on black 2008 for the same price but 100k miles on the dash.
My buddy bought an is250 a couple years ago 6 speed. It always felt like it was drowning everytime we accelerated It was super lazy and not fast whatsoever even flooring it I think something was wrong with it but no check engine lights on But he got rid of it And now we both own ISF's as dailies
I have to agree with you, it feels very slouchy compared to other similar HP cars, you really have to rev it out to get the power as there's barely any torque initially. I much rather prefer the response of the Honda K series engine with similar HP (Civic SI/ Acura TSX) in terms of enjoyment and response factor, even considering they are FWD. The IS350 with a manual would have been perfect compared to the IS250 6 speed. Awesome to hear that you both have ISF's! What a fantastic car!
i would get a IS350 only if they had a manual tranny. So I am looking for an Is250 now. I only drive manuals, nothing else. I'm looking for the best year though. I don't care about swivel headlamps, and none of that stuff, but i do like Xeonon hid headlamps.
Totally agree, if the 350 had a manual, it would have been one of, if not, the best compact sport sedans in the market. It's a great car, but the 250 didn't feel all that powerful overtime with a manual, engine felt bogged down and didn't like to rev as much as say an Acura TSX manual. It's an absolutely fantastic car, especially having RWD compared to other competitors, but a little more space and a little more power in the manuals would have been awesome. With regards to best years, I don't think you will go wrong with any as they are mechanically identical, facelift (2009) only really brought aesthetic changes. Best of luck with your search!
It’s a pity that engine suffers from Carbon buildup. I passed on a 2009 with low miles because I didn’t want to risk going with a car that is known to have such issues. Great looking car though!❤
Nice man. But hey about what u said they don’t make manual past 06 that’s not true. I have a 2011 is250 with the 6 speed. It was Made in Japan tho not sure if you meant just in the states. Anyways sick car man just got mine about a month ago. 18,000 original miles mint as could be. These cars are gems
Thanks for watching! Yeah I meant the generation from 2006 to 2013. That’s crazy low mileage! That is an awesome find. Hope you enjoy your Lexus for years to come!
Hello, with respect to current market, I'd say that's fair considering it's in great condition. If you can get it to around $8-9000, then that's a good deal.
They would, but the shifter feel of the Miata is way better, as the Lexus feel heavy and not as notchy. Other than that, it's also way more calm in a dynamic sense compared to a Miata. Overall, it's still a great car with decent support (non-engine mods related)
Nice car man! I have a 2006 manual is250 too, love these cars!
Me too bro. U should Get a borla axle back and take the resonators and secondary cats out. Mine sounds sooooooo good
There too quiet stock.
@@jakobsmith3772 throw up a vid, I’ve been thinking about resonator delete with aftermarket axel back and all the secondary cat deletes I have heard have sounded even better
I found a really great clean one here in the states for $12,500 with 67k miles on it. I wanted to jump on it bad but it sold too quick. It was a 2012 one. I’m looking to buy an all black on black 2008 for the same price but 100k miles on the dash.
looks really nice I drive a lexus as well I used to own a 2014 IS250 I sold it 2 months ago now I currently drive a 2019 Lexus ES350
U should get the new bumper makes it look like the newer lexus
Good point! I was also thinking of getting an android screen for the interior
My buddy bought an is250 a couple years ago
6 speed. It always felt like it was drowning everytime we accelerated
It was super lazy and not fast whatsoever even flooring it
I think something was wrong with it but no check engine lights on
But he got rid of it
And now we both own ISF's as dailies
I have to agree with you, it feels very slouchy compared to other similar HP cars, you really have to rev it out to get the power as there's barely any torque initially. I much rather prefer the response of the Honda K series engine with similar HP (Civic SI/ Acura TSX) in terms of enjoyment and response factor, even considering they are FWD. The IS350 with a manual would have been perfect compared to the IS250 6 speed. Awesome to hear that you both have ISF's! What a fantastic car!
That’s true but it’s a great car to cruise in very smooth just with the 6 speed was a bit more smooth but that can change with slight mods
I found a 2008 standard is250 148k for 7k is it worth it?
If mileage is in kms and price is in CAD, seems like a decent deal.
my previous owner put that same knob on too
Clean car. That front looks aggressive with that lip
i would get a IS350 only if they had a manual tranny. So I am looking for an Is250 now. I only drive manuals, nothing else. I'm looking for the best year though. I don't care about swivel headlamps, and none of that stuff, but i do like Xeonon hid headlamps.
Totally agree, if the 350 had a manual, it would have been one of, if not, the best compact sport sedans in the market. It's a great car, but the 250 didn't feel all that powerful overtime with a manual, engine felt bogged down and didn't like to rev as much as say an Acura TSX manual. It's an absolutely fantastic car, especially having RWD compared to other competitors, but a little more space and a little more power in the manuals would have been awesome. With regards to best years, I don't think you will go wrong with any as they are mechanically identical, facelift (2009) only really brought aesthetic changes. Best of luck with your search!
the geese lmfao 😭
It’s a pity that engine suffers from Carbon buildup. I passed on a 2009 with low miles because I didn’t want to risk going with a car that is known to have such issues. Great looking car though!❤
Not too bad of a fix if you catch it in time! Just get it walnut blasted.
Those back seat white stuff on the seats tho 😏
Lol
2006?
I’m wondering if this one or any of the newer 250 6MT’s have the hill-start assist. I know the autos do. If the 6MTs do, I may have to get one.
No more manual transmission since 2010
@@aydintran2875 does 2010 have Hill assist?
@@bayareahub unfortunately not :/
Hi, unfortunately this year doesn’t have hill start assist. Neither did my old 2008 IS250, so it may not be an availability at all on these models.
@@aydintran2875 noooo
Nice man. But hey about what u said they don’t make manual past 06 that’s not true. I have a 2011 is250 with the 6 speed. It was Made in Japan tho not sure if you meant just in the states.
Anyways sick car man just got mine about a month ago. 18,000 original miles mint as could be. These cars are gems
Thanks for watching! Yeah I meant the generation from 2006 to 2013. That’s crazy low mileage! That is an awesome find. Hope you enjoy your Lexus for years to come!
I would import a 2011 6 speed manual Lexus IS 250 but I wouldn’t be able to deal with the right hand drive.
@@gabrielfranco9786 mine is left hand drive ;)
I have a 2011 IS 250 manual transmission 6 speed.
hey, I am getting a 06' lexus is250 6 mt with 178k kms for 10k CAD, is it worth?
Hello, with respect to current market, I'd say that's fair considering it's in great condition. If you can get it to around $8-9000, then that's a good deal.
@@Paras.Reviews thank you, will keep that in mind!
I wonder if these would make a good upgrade from a miata
They would, but the shifter feel of the Miata is way better, as the Lexus feel heavy and not as notchy. Other than that, it's also way more calm in a dynamic sense compared to a Miata. Overall, it's still a great car with decent support (non-engine mods related)
the red emblem circle looks like a clowns nose xD
Hahah 😅
Why didn't you go IS350?
IS350 only come in auto
New car? And already for sale 2 months later.
Video was filmed long before upload date, though thanks for your concern.