Stunning to me that in 2022, this 2007 IS 250 is difficult to pinpoint it's age while driving down the road. In addition to reliability, Lexus's have built models that seem ageless.
Except for the spindle grille Lexus hasn't evolved much, which isn't a bad thing. They've made a corporate look like Mazda did and have stuck to it. They also run really long generations. The current one came out in 2013 and looks like a refreshed generation of this.
Solid review overall. Couple things you may have missed/forgot since I own a 2011 is250 awd - the centre console has a cup holder adjustable piece so you can fit bigger drinks, the is350 is also a middle option with more power rather than jumping to an isF. 101k miles on mine and running mint
That’s a really nice interior. Yeah, the lack of a screen is a giveaway that this is a pre-2010’s product, but there’s an inherent timelessness in the interior lines and black on tan on wood which scream classic luxury.
Consider that this was one of the least expensive Lexus models when it was originally sold new. More expensive models had a touchscreen, but even those show the age of the car.
I have the nav in my 2010 which basically identical to the ones offered in the 2006-2008 range, I have the Grom vline 2 which adds in a BUNCH of functionality of modern cars and infotainment systems. Yes, wireless Apple CarPlay is great for me too ;)
Zack I really wish you could take the camera to the backseat in your videos. A big thing for me is the connectivity,vents, and cup holders back there so I think a lot of us would appreciate if you recorded back there. Otherwise wonderful reviews
There aren't any ports for back seats. You need a USB multiport located in the front to support backseat passengers. Also I fill the car up all the time. I'm only 5'8" and I have to scoot my seat up till my knees touch the lower dash. If I could I'd only have 2 to 3 people in the car 4 is too much for this unfortunately 😔
Had an 09 absolutely loved this car, definitely plan on getting another one. This was my favorite car ever, next to the CLK320 I had but this takes the cake.
Imagine if Lexus had built up their F division to compete with BMW M. With a little more power this 250 could be a more reliable 325i and the IS-F could be chasing M3s. Toyota can build sports cars when they want to, imagine if they'd thrown some engineers and a lot of marketing money at the IS line. Lexus could have added performance to their image.
As someone with a 2IS 250 Manual transmission SE-L I can say that in the UK the “All Auto” label does not exist, the screen is flanked with buttons so if the screen does go belly up you can still change the temperature,AC and all audio settings. For cup holders standard cans will fit in the cup holder and in the cup holder in the armrest storage (which is oddly heated or cooled depending on your climate settings). Also the door bins open up to store big bottles… The manual transmission is great fun to drive especially when TC is off. You failed to showcase the colour change on the tach and speedo nor did you mention how the engine sounds especially when VVT-i kicks in at 4000 RPM. Just because the engine is not a 2JZ does not mean its not a tuner car… the 4GR-FSE engine is a great engine that when supercharged can easily reach 400BHP at the wheel. Yes the car is smaller as its a Sports Sedan with sprinklings of luxury throughout.
I bought one of these new at the end of 2006. Same color. I'm still driving it and it still looks new. But it's finally time for a new car. Except I can't find anything I like as much. I fear my friend might be getting impatient with me because I was supposed to sell it to him for a high school graduation present for his daughter a few months ago. Hopefully I will find a car I'd want to replace it with.
Currently have a 2011 250 AWD with 103k miles - solid car but its got bigger maintenance to do soon and i just found a slightly older is350 for a good price with a bit higher mileage.. may be selling and buying within a week if everything goes right.. RWD on the 350 but I’ll just be a bit more careful in the winter ;)
I got lucky enough to purchase an 08 IS 250 with only 71,000 Miles!! Unfortunately there is a bit or rust in there rear fender but still looks timeless.
Considering an IS250/350 and Mazda 6 as my next daily driver. Basically just want something comfy and practical that doesn't make me hate it every time i turn the wheel in anger. From what I've heard both are good options for something like that.
Unfortunately this is the IS you want to avoid. I mean the 250. It's known to be underpowered, and since it was a direct injection only engine, carbon build ups were pretty common with this. The 350 was (and arguably still is) the one to have.
@@damilolaakanni, as someone who owns one here are things to note. The “underpowered” engine is kinda true, it’s not too quick, but what it is is zippy, fun, and Rev happy. It still throws you back in the seat and is still a really fun car to drive especially if you don’t want to fork up the money for a 350. The carbon buildup is also way overplayed as even with that it still costs way less to maintain than a Mercedes or a bmw.
I have been waiting for you to review this particular model. I do not have the all wheel drive version, I have the rear wheel drive version. 2008 Lexus IS250. 129k miles. Apparently low for a car that age. Lovely exquisite Lexus. I love it and named my car Luna. She’s dark grey like a moon lit sky.
Manual transmissions are being less popular these days. Take the Toyota Corolla, where manual is only offered on the SE trim, so it can be difficult to find a manual Corolla. CVTs are now standard on Toyota's and Lexus's.
@@xBeeGee it's probably the same 6 speed that was mentioned in the video maybe with different ratios since it's in a diesel but yeah i live in europe so it's probably way less rare here
bro, thanks for the video , i have lexus IS AWD 250 2010 with 100000 mils on it , When i chabge the gear to natural car turns off I dont know what the issue is. Overall, the car doesn't have annny issue. All is perfect I hope you can help me
As someone that owns and daily drives a first gen IS300, I have always kind of wondered what the newer generations were like. All of the differences, and subtle similarities were kind of neat to see. I definitely wish that Lexus emphasized the IS's Japanese tuner heritage a little more, but its by no means a bad car. I think a lot of it had to do with the Lexus brand as a whole entering the Japanese market in the mid 2000s. While the fist gen IS was in production, Lexus didn't exist in japan. Over there, the IS existed as the Toyota Altezza, which was a lot more in line with the JDM sports cars of the late 90s. Of course, the Altezza was dropped in favor of Lexus coming to Japan, in which the IS took the full role for this platform. But, with that, it lost a lot of the personality and fun that came with it. It would be so cool if GR were to do something with the Lexus brand, but I think GR is pretty contempt with their current lineup.
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This isn't the channel for deep or long-term reviews. This is more of a test drive channel. Also, he reviews cars from several dealerships and is not paid by them.
Stunning to me that in 2022, this 2007 IS 250 is difficult to pinpoint it's age while driving down the road. In addition to reliability, Lexus's have built models that seem ageless.
Except for the spindle grille Lexus hasn't evolved much, which isn't a bad thing. They've made a corporate look like Mazda did and have stuck to it. They also run really long generations. The current one came out in 2013 and looks like a refreshed generation of this.
It's a nice looking car but its slow af
Pre-spindle grille Lexuses look ageless imo
@@bwofficial1776 nah its different the lights are much more aggressive
@@automotivetv9861 then get the is500
criminally underrated channel. keep up the great work.
Solid review overall. Couple things you may have missed/forgot since I own a 2011 is250 awd - the centre console has a cup holder adjustable piece so you can fit bigger drinks, the is350 is also a middle option with more power rather than jumping to an isF. 101k miles on mine and running mint
Pretty spot on with everything you've said as an IS250 owner myself!
That’s a really nice interior. Yeah, the lack of a screen is a giveaway that this is a pre-2010’s product, but there’s an inherent timelessness in the interior lines and black on tan on wood which scream classic luxury.
Consider that this was one of the least expensive Lexus models when it was originally sold new. More expensive models had a touchscreen, but even those show the age of the car.
I have a 2008 with a touch screen I think it just depends on the trim
@@isep5324 my thoughts exactly. The ISF Zack reviewed had a touch screen. I'm sure the IS350 would have one as well.
I have the nav in my 2010 which basically identical to the ones offered in the 2006-2008 range, I have the Grom vline 2 which adds in a BUNCH of functionality of modern cars and infotainment systems. Yes, wireless Apple CarPlay is great for me too ;)
Brought this Car for the fact it hasn't got a screen.
Zack I really wish you could take the camera to the backseat in your videos. A big thing for me is the connectivity,vents, and cup holders back there so I think a lot of us would appreciate if you recorded back there. Otherwise wonderful reviews
And leg room
There aren't any ports for back seats. You need a USB multiport located in the front to support backseat passengers. Also I fill the car up all the time. I'm only 5'8" and I have to scoot my seat up till my knees touch the lower dash. If I could I'd only have 2 to 3 people in the car 4 is too much for this unfortunately 😔
Had an 09 absolutely loved this car, definitely plan on getting another one. This was my favorite car ever, next to the CLK320 I had but this takes the cake.
Imagine if Lexus had built up their F division to compete with BMW M. With a little more power this 250 could be a more reliable 325i and the IS-F could be chasing M3s. Toyota can build sports cars when they want to, imagine if they'd thrown some engineers and a lot of marketing money at the IS line. Lexus could have added performance to their image.
It won’t be that easy to make a 300+hp. But it’s Lexus so who knows. But definitely it won’t be a reliable as the 250hp engine
There is a is350 the bigger brother to the 250, 306 wheel horsepower both rwd or awd, pretty much the exact same car but a more powerful engine
The isf is how i found this channel. I was binge watching videos on that car, and your personality stuck enough
Cheers sir
Solid friggin review. I think this is gonna be my next daily.
As someone with a 2IS 250 Manual transmission SE-L I can say that in the UK the “All Auto” label does not exist, the screen is flanked with buttons so if the screen does go belly up you can still change the temperature,AC and all audio settings. For cup holders standard cans will fit in the cup holder and in the cup holder in the armrest storage (which is oddly heated or cooled depending on your climate settings). Also the door bins open up to store big bottles… The manual transmission is great fun to drive especially when TC is off. You failed to showcase the colour change on the tach and speedo nor did you mention how the engine sounds especially when VVT-i kicks in at 4000 RPM. Just because the engine is not a 2JZ does not mean its not a tuner car… the 4GR-FSE engine is a great engine that when supercharged can easily reach 400BHP at the wheel. Yes the car is smaller as its a Sports Sedan with sprinklings of luxury throughout.
They look like light sabers when you crank it up
FYI, the IS was the smallest Lexus sedan as at 2008. The HS 250H was based on the European market only Toyota Avensis which was bigger than this.
I bought one of these new at the end of 2006. Same color. I'm still driving it and it still looks new. But it's finally time for a new car. Except I can't find anything I like as much. I fear my friend might be getting impatient with me because I was supposed to sell it to him for a high school graduation present for his daughter a few months ago. Hopefully I will find a car I'd want to replace it with.
Good luck
Currently have a 2011 250 AWD with 103k miles - solid car but its got bigger maintenance to do soon and i just found a slightly older is350 for a good price with a bit higher mileage.. may be selling and buying within a week if everything goes right.. RWD on the 350 but I’ll just be a bit more careful in the winter ;)
Toyota/Lexus makes good quality reliable cars. They last along time which is they make great used cars
Damn man throwback my mom had one baby blue color such ahead of its time and and bang for the buck
The third gen Avalon you showed looks just as good if not better.
I got lucky enough to purchase an 08 IS 250 with only 71,000 Miles!! Unfortunately there is a bit or rust in there rear fender but still looks timeless.
6:04. Not sure if you missed it, but that's also where the AUX port is. Interesting decision to hide it in the center console box, I must admit.
Considering an IS250/350 and Mazda 6 as my next daily driver. Basically just want something comfy and practical that doesn't make me hate it every time i turn the wheel in anger. From what I've heard both are good options for something like that.
always wanted to move past commuter car, love my civic but when I get another car one day this is high on my list!
Just about my 16-year-old daughter one she loves it
The last manual transmission Lexus! 🥺
Unfortunately this is the IS you want to avoid. I mean the 250. It's known to be underpowered, and since it was a direct injection only engine, carbon build ups were pretty common with this. The 350 was (and arguably still is) the one to have.
@@damilolaakanni, as someone who owns one here are things to note. The “underpowered” engine is kinda true, it’s not too quick, but what it is is zippy, fun, and Rev happy. It still throws you back in the seat and is still a really fun car to drive especially if you don’t want to fork up the money for a 350. The carbon buildup is also way overplayed as even with that it still costs way less to maintain than a Mercedes or a bmw.
My parents had a light blue 2007 IS250 from 2007 to 2012.
I have been waiting for you to review this particular model. I do not have the all wheel drive version, I have the rear wheel drive version. 2008 Lexus IS250. 129k miles. Apparently low for a car that age. Lovely exquisite Lexus. I love it and named my car Luna. She’s dark grey like a moon lit sky.
General Grievous probley has one of those gage clusters in his collection.
Keep up the good work bro great video 💯
Manual transmissions are being less popular these days. Take the Toyota Corolla, where manual is only offered on the SE trim, so it can be difficult to find a manual Corolla. CVTs are now standard on Toyota's and Lexus's.
The only Lexus that gets a CVT is the UX.
I think most non-hybrid Toyotas and Lexuses get traditional automatics. CVTs usually come in hybrid models
There's one selling here and it has a manual transmission but honestly I'm just looking for an auto transmission since it's going to be my daily
My parents own a diesel manual IS220d from the same year looks exactly the same except for the single exhaust
Wait what? They made manual IS's?
@@xBeeGee yea
@@xBeeGee it's probably the same 6 speed that was mentioned in the video maybe with different ratios since it's in a diesel but yeah i live in europe so it's probably way less rare here
@@Memesfromthestreets and they sold them in the US?
@@xBeeGee yea but nobody bought them. The diesels weren’t sold tho
bro, thanks for the video , i have lexus IS AWD 250 2010 with 100000 mils on it ,
When i chabge the gear to natural car turns off
I dont know what the issue is.
Overall, the car doesn't have annny issue. All is perfect
I hope you can help me
As someone that owns and daily drives a first gen IS300, I have always kind of wondered what the newer generations were like. All of the differences, and subtle similarities were kind of neat to see. I definitely wish that Lexus emphasized the IS's Japanese tuner heritage a little more, but its by no means a bad car.
I think a lot of it had to do with the Lexus brand as a whole entering the Japanese market in the mid 2000s. While the fist gen IS was in production, Lexus didn't exist in japan. Over there, the IS existed as the Toyota Altezza, which was a lot more in line with the JDM sports cars of the late 90s. Of course, the Altezza was dropped in favor of Lexus coming to Japan, in which the IS took the full role for this platform. But, with that, it lost a lot of the personality and fun that came with it.
It would be so cool if GR were to do something with the Lexus brand, but I think GR is pretty contempt with their current lineup.
I like the IS250 but I need more power so am inlove with the IS350
I feel like the Is is missing some thing from the previous generation.
Did you ever do the Cadillac DTS I can’t remember
What kind of rims are those on this Lexus? Which generation Lexus did those rims come from?
@2:49 In case you live in Murica, that is.
Bro all you have to do too these cars is a good tune, and then twin turbo. Then it’s like having a Subaru Sti wrx.
This 2nd gen IS was the best relative to the era it came out. Such perfect styling and execution of a sport sedan.
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As an owner of a 08 250 AWD, get a 350… fr it’s better. IS250 is very reliable but it gets boring
Can we get a car in pakistan?
No cars for you
Stay in Pakistan
This channel should be renamed North Naperville Autos Marketing Department cause everyone knows you are gonna do a softball review.
If you feel that way please watch this video
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This isn't the channel for deep or long-term reviews. This is more of a test drive channel. Also, he reviews cars from several dealerships and is not paid by them.