Are There Issues With The 2006-2013 Lexus IS?
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- Опубликовано: 21 июл 2024
- In this episode of Marty Motoring, we look at the common issues of the 2nd generation Lexus IS250, IS350 and ISF. Thanks to JDM Muscle for the shirt!
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If these are the complaints for the IS cars then these have to be some of the most reliable cars in the planet
They are. These things run for hundreds of thousands of miles
If the low end Yotas run for 300k easy what do think these bad boys can do. With proper maintenance who knows.
That dash and door card melting, cracking issue has made me think twice on ownership. I get it that these models are moving on with age but that is something that practically all cars dont suffer from. I wouldnt want to go back to those days.
Some of 🤣🙏 they are the most reliable.
Or just an average Toyota/Lexus
I'm watching this and I dont even own a Lexus.
Information can’t hurt 👌
poncho828 dude I’m watching this and I don’t even own a car
zay cedillo same XD
@@MartyMotoring hey man I’ve owned a 2007 Lexus sold it because of an issue it was having the transmission needed to be replaced because of the code p2757 does the same problem happen to the 2011
@@Zaysav same
My 06 is350 now has 300,400 miles now and been using synthetic oil and no problems till this date!!
That’s awesome! There’s hope for me lol
That’s awesome! There’s hope for me lol
What about the transmission? Any flushes?
Thats wonderful to hear! I just bought an 06 is350 myself with 63,000 miles. I cant wait to hit 300k ;) what did you do and what were your intervals?
The miles are mostly highway miles not city and usually every 3 to 4 months I was changing the oil. Now however it’s not driven as much and I change the oil 2 to 3 times a year.
Go for 2010 and up is350's to avoid burning oil. The earlier 06-09 cars had different piston ring designs supposedly less friction thus more mpg. Some cars burns a ton, some don't. And like Marty said, frequent oil changes will help.
Ocean Zhu sounds legit I have 2014 IS250 and the comments began to worry me lol thanx
just make sure its dual injection or you gotta clean those valves.
Man I know this video is kind of old, but I just recently discovered how great these cars are and I have watched almost all your videos. Thanks for making these for those of us who had no idea these cars even exsited.
I have an '07 IS250 fully loaded RWD with 258,000 miles. Still looks new, in and out, always garaged. So reliable. I had the alternator go out at 170K. Coolest modification: interior headlight chrome assembly painted same color as the car. Headlamp glass looks clear like a more modern vehicle with beautiful paint within. Have not seen any other IS in my area with that look. Other owners always ask how to order. It is a carefully baked apart total disassembly.
Any carbon issues?
@@lucaspetersen2069 Not a single issue. Had every fluid in the car replaced this summer. The fluids from the rear differential, brake, radiator and even the transmission fluid (only trusted the dealer to do that because they know the process for their sealed transmissions very well)
I bought a 2010 IS250 two years ago with 35K miles on it, has just now hit 50K and I'm about to do a full on system rejuvenation. Been watching your videos, think I'll do all the 100k-150k mile maintenance this summer and use your tips and help! Thanks for the videos and info!!
i just got my first ever is250 im madly in love with her she drives great
Baribor Intergrated bro I’m looking for one now smh, should I care if they all around 130k mileage
@@ysl4life383 if they are well maintained and well taken care of go ahead! Usually people take care of a car of this tier well but be sure to ask the seller of the service records and stuff like that. Good luck! Its a great car
Just purchased my first car. 2008 is250, 200k miles, $3,000. Wish me luck, so far I’m amped. Exceeded my expectations.
@@KSUBIKAYY howd it go
Yoel Quevedo thanks for asking, cars out front rn. Been a smooth ride, still got a lot of life left. Gotta’ push to it as well. So far, had to swap my battery. That’s all
Looking forward to getting an is350 soon. Will definitely be coming back to the channel to get some ideas for customizing and regular maintenance tips. Thanks for the useful information
I've got my IS250 for just over 7 years now from new. It's been a beauty to drive, serviced by Lexus with no complaints or motor/part failure(s). I have an occasional egg/sulphur smell when I launch the vehicle. I was warned about the water pump being troublesome on high mileage by Lexus. Thanks for a great video!
I know this video is very old but the egg smell I'm glad I'm not the only 1. Thought something was wrong. I have a 2006 is 250 with 86000 I love my car but the smell sometimes ewww.
@@candicavasos4866 ok😅
I once had a 2008 is250 and i got it with 91k miles. It had the rotten egg smell and it didn't go away until i installed a high quality catback exhaust. Seems strange doesn't it
Did the smell went away? i have the same issue everytime i launch the car there's smell i believe it's coming from the vents not sure
Some say the back air vents rear bumper
Definitely going to be waiting for a video on how to a transmission fluid change. :)
Keep up the great work bro!! :)
Try to say something about German cars, it would be 3 hours video :D
Lexus is the best :)
I have both cars and my audi and along with my wife's audi never failed and trust me I been trying to blow audi engine so I can have a reason to buy new car so far I haven't change oil in 2 yrs and I had put lots of milage and it still rides good let me know if someone is interested in seen a video of how 2 yr oil looks never changed and I beat up on audi
I have a s5 but im looking at the 07 is250 212k miles as a beater daily instead of the s5 which is Manual vs Auto is250 awd
I have a huge complain at my bmw, it doesn t have lexus reliability :(
Well we don't have a manual gearbox. So you win some you lose some
@Roddy Rod your mom is a posh Toyota...
Roddy Rod you’re fucking stupid.
Roddy Rod “drivers cars “ lol yeah good luck with those repair bills mr driver
Sure BMWs are driver's cars. Drive you right into bankruptcy
Great vid and genuine advice and looking at this Lexus are still the best amongst the pack. One thing that's common with high mileage on IS250 specific is the radiator cap failure. It's best to replace when buying 2nd hand
UN MODEL RACING ?
Thank you for that tip
Moving to the US for graduate school in September, and looking to acquire an IS 350 or an ES 350. Thanks for sharing.
You can’t beat toyota period. We have the same 3.5L in the Aurions over in Australia and it’s crazy how reliable and the power that they have. Simply the best
Planning on getting an IS350 in about a year or so. Gonna be using it for a daily but also track days and canyons so I hope they’re as reliable as people say they are. Tryin to get one with less than 100k for around 15,000$. 👍🏿 great video, very useful to know.
Did you get one
I have a 2012 Lexus IS 350 F Sport with every F Sport accessory offered. I bought it with just under 100k miles on it. My local Lexus dealer said it's a rare car. In the last 2 years absolutely -0- issues with the car. It is Nebula Gray Pearl with Blue Big F Sport Brake Calipers, coolest car I have ever owned. Prior to this car I drove an IS 250 for one year but the performance wasn't there. Glad you like your IS 350 and thanks for the videos.
Awesome to hear Barry! Thanks for watching and sounds like you have a fun car 🔥 Enjoy 😎
My mate’s car IS250 2010 has done 230.000kms but it hasn’t had problems
Thx for the info! enjoy your channel. I am the original owner of an '06 IS350 with 160K. Car has been trouble free for the most part. Car runs very smooth, pulls hard. Some things that have gone bad in mine. I did suffer from the sticky dash/panels, Lexus replaced them. The extended warranty covering the dash expired btw. No burning oil, but do use high mileage synthetic now. Did have the alternator and starter go bad a few months ago. O2 sensors went bad around 90K. Battery changed three times in the 13 plus years of ownership. Recently getting an intermittent CEL, looks like the catalytic is giving out. From reading the forums, that seems to go bad frequently as well. If i have the windows open and nail the throttle, the rotten egg smell fills the cabin, thats a tell tell, of the cat going bad. Oh the right rear shock too was a frequent issue. Mine are in their last leg, will be replacing soon. BTW, make sure your car has all the recalls done, there were a few, fuel system (two), airbag, timing chain tensioner, etc.
That’s great info! Thanks for watching. I think I am all up to date on the recalls and I did get the door card/dash replacements before they expired. Sounds like you had to do a lot of the same maintenance items!
I have an IS250 with 80k miles and what you've said about the O2 sensors and catalytic converter has got me wondering. I had an error come up about the catalytic converter, I think error code PO040. I bought a product (cataclean) to clean the catalytic converters and hopefully will pass its annual test (MOT). Around replacing the catalytic converters, at which point did you decide this was worth it? Did you get the error codes as well? I've cleared the error codes and it hasn't come up yet. I like the tip about needing to drive them quite hard to prevent carbon build up, is this to do with catalytic converters? - I only drive mine 2 miles down the road everyday, so probably the slowest driving possible.
Appreciate any advice.
natetricks123 just had to replace most of the exhaust including the cat, new O2 sensors as well after getting the PO040 code. Unfortunately it wasn’t the solution and I still have a bit of an exhaust leak near the mufflers
I'm looking to buy a 350 so I'm commenting to come back to your comment 😅 thanks!
There are some little oval plastics under the rear fenders, these go bad it's a cheap fix, most likely it's never the cats but these little pieces get brittle and fall out letting exhaust in the cabin.
Going to testdrive couple 08 is250 upcoming weekend, seems like a good car!
great video i just bought a couple days ago a 2012 IS 250 so far im very happy with it. I wanted the 350 but was just have a hard time finding one that was in good shape. all the ones i looked aat were pretty ragged out.
I just Recently Purchased a 2007 Lexus Is 250 with 139,460 miles. The first thing I noticed was the Dash and Door Panels were damaged by something. I still wanted the Car because it was a good buy and very well kept inside and out besides what the heat did. I had a couple of Struts that needed too be replaced , I'm doing all 4 this week. I'll be Subscribing too you because you seem very knowledgable about these cars. Great video I learned alot.
I’m changing my engine and transmission on my IS 350 that’s how I bought it. $2400 for both. Installation $1000.
2013 GS350 bought it at 78k miles 6 months later at 92k miles I've done rear pads and oil changes. Absolutely love this car, plan to take it to 250k miles minimum.
Also the 3.5 V6 is Direct Injected and port fuel.
Port injection kicks in under load and cold starts
Awesome stuff! I do love the port and direct injected V6s!
Still great in 2019? Comment below!
I did end up draining my transmission fluid and more this year. Car is currently at 178,000 miles.
I notice the IS250 has a flat spot on initial kickdown, does adding an induction kit really improve the response of the car below 4k RPM?
Or is just the way the VVT is setup on these engines ?
I want a IS350 F Sport. Drove one when I worked at a used car lot and was hooked
What year was the lexus that you drove? 2006-2012?
@@unknownsource4359 it was a '12. The only place it said F-Sport was under the hood on the engine. At the time I personally only knew of the IS-F. All I know is given the chance I would buy one.
I'm hunting for a black exterior and black interior is350 f sport. Got 15k for one. The hard part is not the money the hard part is finding one in black. They are very rare for that same reason I want one. I never even drove one bro. But just the look of the is350 F sport looks sexy.
The clock spring is another common issue with these cars especially if they’ve been exposed to a lot of hot climates. You’ll know it’s time for a new one if one or both of your shift paddles only work at certain angles of wheel turn (if at all) and it’s a pretty easy and not too expensive repair just make sure you don’t piss off the air bag lol
A lot of the LED bulbs in the dash and random controls start to all go at once with the heat situation too, especially the gauge needles. These are easy to repair and very cheap if you can soldier, otherwise the cost is kinda rediculous to have someone else fix your cluster. Make sure you roll your fenders if you decide to lower your IS, one tiny grab from the tire will crease these fenders and it looks pretty clapped out right away.. if you’re in a 250 a good way to solve the carbon buildup issue is to put a catch can in the damn thing. It’s puking the oil into the too end and clogging your headers, manifolds, entire exhaust system and even body panels when the carbon really gets malignant. Injector cleaner about 4x a year and top tier premium fuel really helps avoid the extra production of shit.. ummmmm what else… if you throw away your 2011-13 headlights for those five dollar ass vline headlights you’re gunna regret it when you realize you traded a far superior light fixture for a non-serviceable insult to the engineer who set these up. There are companies that can custom build your stock headlights to include a variety of otherworldly badass halo and party led features, it’s more expensive but BRO ITS A LEXUS! treat her well.
Same thing with the cluster LEDs, lot of people out there willing to customize colors on your cluster.
Oh and the condenser likes to get dirty on mine for some reason so if your air conditioner is a lazy hoe and u don’t know why I’d check that out for sure.
Great info. Thanks! I have an 07 IS350 with the 'sticky panels' issue. No help at all from Lexus Canada. It's very disappointing.
My issues so far with 3 years ownership of the 07 350 is the digitizer on the screen went out, passenger headlight needed to be fully replaced (kept turning off and eventually started turning off both headlights) and now its shifting funny into 3rd and 4th gear which I've heard you will indeed need a flush of the fluid maybe 3 times. Oh yeah and 3 alternators lol
It was a great and very helpful video bro! Especially because it was easy and brief! Thanks!
Just picked up my is 250. I had to change the transmission fluid and clean mass air flow sensor. I am for certain having carbon buildup issues and oil consumption. I have to add a 1/2 quart every 2.5k miles or so. On to the next throttle body clean up, spark plug replacement, and pcv replacement all thanks to you.
The ISF 2008s had quite a bit of problems, but also account for more units than all the 2009-2014 models, I believe
I bought an isf 2009 3 years ago with 100k, and it was Lexus serviced every 5k. So I’ve continued the services, at between 105=200.00 every 5k, did my own brakes, ( Lexus wants 1k) and spark plugs ( 800 at Lexus...and a weekend job for my talent). Had a few items graciously fixed well after warranty. These items had service bulletins, like the rear view mirror wobbled, and something else small. So I’d say, buy a vehicle that’s been religiously serviced, by one owner, if possible, that has had all the service bulletins done that are applicable
I have the 2010 is 250 convertible with 60,000 miles, so far none of these problems, but thanks for the heads up :)
I own a 2012 ISF at 24,900 miles now, it was used as a show car so it sat most of the time, now it's my daily driver, only thing I changed so far is the battery, since I did that the automatic sunroof opening feature doesn't work when the open button is pressed on the key fob the windows do roll down. I just make sure that the coolant reservoir is maintained and filled, oil changes done at 6000 miles, using mobile 1 fully synthetic..
Need to reset the sun (moon) roof after a battery dis-connect, like you have to do with the one touch control with the windows. Check in your owners manual how to reset the moonroof.
I am getting one this Saturday (2007) Desert Sage colour with double exhaust... So by now as you recommended and by seeing other videos, for sure I will upgrade all the engine parts and oil changes before doing any body mods... Thank you for helping. Your Is250 look great :D
Good idea! I’ve never seen that color here in the USA. Mine was an IS350 so it had a few less issues but mostly everything is just doing proper maintenance! And you should be fine
I thank you for this video. Now I will definately buy it tomorrow.
11 isf with 120k only issue was the cooling fan motor bushings. fixed it for 10 bucks.
140K trouble free miles on my 06 IS350 when I traded it for an AWD 2015 IS350, due to a move to the snowy North. I did notice the sticky dash, which I felt was inconsequential.
I got a IS250 2011 and it is so good with only 102,000km. Would definitely recommend!!
I’ve had 0 issues with my 2012 is350. Basic stuff like suspension and headlights needing to be replaced at 100,000 miles. I put it on coil overs (lowered about 1.5 inches) and put in some new bulbs and haven’t had a problem since! I also added some sticker tires, so the car handles like it’s on rails. I can keep up with most cars on the back roads. I don’t think I’ll ever sell this car unless I see a chance to get an F
I plan on buying one soon, that is how I found this channel cause I wanted to know more on it
Great car even with these little issues
Spend more on a one owner car..once its been passed down a couple times to a small used car lot, you can count on it having been poorly maintained
I received a recall notice from Lexus recently regarding the melting panels. They will fix the issue if you have it. The only thing my 2011 IS250 FSport (55,000 miles) had was the amp giving up. But the warranty covered that. Oh had to replace the battery also.
They only fix the issue if the car is no more than 10 years old when they start melting, guess whose panels started melting at 13 years.
@@jeffumbach That sucks :( I live here in LA and the sun is always blazing. Hope my panels hold out.
I had an 06 IS350 incredible car .. panels getting soft in heat true the advice on synthetic oil follow for sure I never had any trouble with oil consumption .. always used synthetic .. only other issue is the navigation screen freezes .. the fix is simple .. hard part is getting to it .. other than that when I sold it had 169k miles and still ran like a brand new Lexus .
I love my IS 250 2007 it's such great car, I just had to replace the alternator with 140.000 Kms mileage, but it's not expensive so it's not bad at all when I compare between it and my BMW witch gave me a lot of problems.
Neighbor has a 2004 Audi. Cost him $1600 to change an alternator!!!!
Thanks for the info! I have a 2007 IS350 w/80k miles still like new!!! I bought it new, I LOVE my car!!! I have noticed the sticky door panels :( I will definitely call Lexus and see what they can do for me !
Kristen McLaughlin were they able to help you out?
Great video man, thanks. Really helpful
Hi Marty, can you make a video about the type of light bulbs can be used in headlights for Lexus is350? There is so many different types of lights and we don't know which one to buy online to fit our headlights lol.
I am thinking of purchasing one and I don’t think I will have to worry about the melting Dash. Since I live in Seattle but I am hopeful the car will last me for time to come if I end up purchasing it
should also mention the hydraulics in the trunk and hood...seems to be common for them to fail
Yes, but an easy fix thankfully!
Steven Chew the trunk is supposed to have hydraulics?
liminalexpression yes there hidden
Sorry. The gas struts* not hydraulics
14$ fix just go to orreilly or your favorite parts store
I have a 2018 is300 f sport...and I live in Canada, terrible in winter due to the clearance...been suffering from the typical Canadian snow days.
Only thing that went wrong with my 2is was the touch screen went out. But taking the head unit out and taking the screen off, barely chip the glass where the ribbon connector is and filled the contacts with silver conductor liquid put it back together and looked like nothing happened and worked just fine.
Great video bro! Just a recommendation, I've used both Mobil 1 High Mileage Synthetic and Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage Full Synthetic. Each for about 3 oil changes. I have 181,XXX on my IS350 and have had a better experience with Pennzoil. Mobil 1 was great but it burned anywhere from 1.5-2 quarts between oil changes. With Pennzoil, the car seems to be a bit smoother and I only burn 0.5-1 quart in between oil changes. I also live in San Diego, where it can get pretty hot in the summer, so I think Pennzoil just has a better tolerance for the heat.
That’s awesome to know. I’ve heard good things about Pennzoil and would be curious to try it! I only went Mobil 1 because it was Toyota recommended
Hi! Are you talking about 5W30 Pennzoil? Have the same oil consume with Mobil 1 High mil. 1 quart per 1k mil. is 350 2006
@@acrepairnearme Hi, yes I am specifically talking about Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage 5W-30 Full Synthetic. I usually get it from Walmart, because their prices are insane; www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-Platinum-High-Mileage-5W-30-Full-Synthetic-Motor-Oil-5-qt/135786509
Great video I’m looking at buying one and you video helped me out I was kind of nervous buying a high mileage is 250
Same here the one im thinking has 150 miles on it
If the car was maintained you can bank on getting at least 300k miles on the engine. Key is to change oil with only synthetic every 5000k miles or less. Oil is cheap. engines are not.
you forgot the amplifier dying and getting wet I'm on my 2rd amp in 2 years, bought a used one from California and took 1 winter and spring to fail again, after some research found that the rear vents in the trunk allows water to get into the amp, had to plug the vents and hopefully this will fix this issue
I saw you were by the Kennedy at the shipyard, I have a 2006 IS250, very similar issues. Good video.
06 is250 200k got it with 60k only issue I had other than the dash(covered under warranty) and carbon buildup (covered under warranty) was the alternator.
I am trying to get one the 2016 IS 200t. What can you say about it?
I really appreciate this video I’m in the market for a 250 and I’m trying to stay 2008 or newer. From the research I’ve done I’ve gathered most of the issues mentioned here are mostly isolated to the 06-07 model years
Yes that's true, however the 2008 model still had the sticky dash. I would say try for at least a 2009
I have had mine for 2 years and its freaking awesome! I'm about to put a new alternator in, if I do the work myself, do you know what specific brand I should get? Also LMK who's looking to buy one in the next year cuz I'm about to have a second baby and I barely got the first car seat in there, so 2 wont do. I might upscale to the gs350
Timing cover sealant failure(oil leak)is common.
Another common thing is rear calipers seizing. If I’m not mistaken, the left rear caliper has had more problems than the right. Mine is seized ( almost completely rusted) and I found out that I had been riding 3 sets of brakes instead of 4 this entire time.
I just had same seize issue on rear driver side caliper. I replaced both rear calipers myself and will check/lubricate them more frequently.
Previous owner of my '07 IS350 had rear caliper issues.
Mine did have that issue in the past, almost forgot
@@MartyMotoring Sir I bought 2012 IS 250 lexus it had low miles now I just hit 75k on it. My car always put to the left and right when I hit the breaks. I went to the lexus dealership twice and they examined everything but they didn’t find anything wrong in it but I’m having the same issue idk why my car pull right and left when I hit the breaks at 20 speed can you please tell me what’s wrong with that? Thank you so much
I've owned my 06 is250 for a year and put on 20k+ miles with no issue other than small holes in my exhaust from rust, which was easily fixed. It has 108k miles now and no other issues
I have a 2007 es350 had the dash did melted and water pump went out at 60k. The dealer did a recall on the dash and the front 2 doors
Bought my IS250 with 117k on it and now have a little over 149k. The only problem I had so far is the battery and alternator one time. I am suffering from the sticky dash and door panels... And had a REALLY bad experience with the lexus dealership about it.
So far haven't experience carbon problems.. Thank God. For the most part, great car.
SciEntist ! I’ve had the same dash problem and I got it fixed by bothering the Lexus dealership every day or every other day on the phone or just going there
@@DezanHernandezProductions213 I've done that since I bought it from them summer of 2017... No help at all 😕 so I've found some parts at a good price... All dealers tell me my cars to old
SciEntist ! That sucks bc mine is 2006 and got it done but i guess it’s different depending on where your dealer is and how long the list is
@@tm55555 I just went in multiple times and called, then the scheduled me an appointment and now its all fixed lol lmk how the lawsuit goes.
@@DezanHernandezProductions213 it was San Diego Lexus... Smh 😕
I love my 06 250. She’s got 136,500 mi and still running strong! Just be sure to change your oil religiously as you’ve stated. Great video!
hmm....the only trouble i had with my IS200 was some minor rust and door stuck during winters but thats about it. the original battery gave up after 16000 swedish miles. hoping to get a IS-F when i can get the money for it
Do it! Worth every dime for that is-f goodness
I'll add a couple things. Inner tire wire issues given dynamic toe changes under braking, can be resolved with FIGS or RR Racing Lower Rear Mount LCA bushings. Rear caliper slide pin seize, make sure to keep the rear glide pins for the floating caliper lubricated else it may seize and cause smoking/very hot rotors - replace calipers. Water pump failure at 120k - hit or miss with a lot of owners but it generally fails around 120, mine started acting up around 140. Given i had a 2007 I had to replace a lot of bushings, front lower mount, front lca, front uca's, need to do the rear in the future.
Good info!! I need to do those bushings badly
That's why I am in the habit of regreasing those pins when I have the wheels off to do a rotation or swapping between summer and winter wheels.
I own a 2007 IS350 and my wife owns a 2008 IS350.
1. At roughly 100,000 miles for both cars, the water pump went out causing the engine to overheat. One I didn’t catch soon enough and had to replace the entire engine. The other one i caught sooner and was fine.
2. The hood and trunk struts go out like every year.
3. The speedometer and RPM needle LED lights go out, i have seen this A LOT and both of my cars are affected by this. There are services on eBay that charge $150 to repair this.
4. Both of my cars nav/touchscreens went out and became unresponsive, i replaced the digitizers myself for cheap, there are services on eBay for this issue that charge a couple hundred dollars.
5. In the 350 RWD models, sometimes the exhaust tips can “droop” a bit. Lots of this on clublexus forums.
6. Air recirculate solenoid can become easily broken when changing the air filter if you’re not careful.
Other than those issues, not much to complain about! I still own them both and drive them daily. Both at 130,000 miles. Gotta love the 2nd gen Lexus IS!
Those are great things to point out! I
actually bought mine with 130k miles, and the water pump was replaced already. I replaced the hood struts myself but haven’t done the trunk yet.
The speedometer needles definitely go out, as mine are patchy too.
I’ve seen the exhaust tips droop and my touchscreen hast gone out...yet. Lol.
But overall they are fun cars and do well!
Being you have a 2007 and 2008, does the 2008 have better handling or steering feel? I read that it was improved for 2008...
Hey! How much did it cost to have the entire engine replaced?
Thanks!
Me too i got one for 5500$ and 136k miles!
I have a 2007 is250 and tha nav screen went out. How do I fix it for cheap?
I’ve been putting a lot of thought into getting a 2nd gen is250 (couldn’t find a affordable 350 in my area) what exactly should I look into when buying a used 250 around 100k miles ?
If the car is cheap buy it. We bought one with 175K miles. Fully expect to get another 100K out of it. Not bad for $3500. But change the transmission oil, spark plugs, PCV valve and have caliper pins greased as they often stick. Also, get a can of intake valve cleaner to help clean out the carbon on the intake valves. And only use premium fuel. Hard to beat Lexus--best car manufacturer on the planet. My sister has 2011 BMW 3 series. Only 22K miles and had to spend $3500 due to leaking oil seals. Cousin has 2009 BMW X5--$7000 for head gasket issue--only 80K miles. Lexus all the way
I see a lot of folks questioning a purchase, I will share my experience as one of many. I love my 2008 IS-350 and think it's a wonderfully designed car. Could not be happier across the board, fit & finish, accessories off the charts, performance, and mileage are all great. I'm a big Toyota fan having also owned Chevy's, Ford's, Mazda, Honda, VW's (trash) Porsche, and MBZ. My car had 125k miles on it when I bought it. High for a lot of nameplates but I felt good with a Toyota product. Personally I would not do a private sale with this kind of mileage, but I bought mine through CarMax. Initially the car had a lot of little things wrong with it, lots of burned out indicator lights, gas struts, cabin air filters, penny ante stuff. Also had some major things, rear defroster was shot necessitating a full replacement, and re-tint of the rear window. Headlight went out and I guess they couldn't just replace the bulb but had to replace the entire passenger side assembly. CarMax offers an initial 3 month or 4,000 mile bumper to bumper when you buy from them. I took full advantage of that and really put them through the ringer. And you know what, they stood tall. I would guess all told in three months they probably did 2 - 3 thousand dollars worth of parts and repairs to the car. Every time I went in they were friendly, they called everyday with an update, and I always got a loaner. Beyond that I purchased a three year warranty from them, and they have a variety of options depending on your budget. Now, they charge high book retail and they don't negotiate. But, given that I felt like I was really able to shake down the car during the first three months and get a lot of things fixed for FREE I didn't mind. They nicked me on the price, but I definitely nicked them back. And with the addition of the 3 year extended warranty outside of tires, gas, and oil I have a really fun, very clean little car that looks great, drives well, and at least for the next three years if something breaks it will be someone else's problem not mine. Win, place, and show.
Oh, and one other thing to add. 2008 didn't have full Bluetooth, it will synch to your phone for calls but not for music. You can purchase an aftermarket kit that will give you all those features, I think for around $250. BUT, in the center console there is an "AUX" jack that is tied to the sound system. I bought a dongle on Amazon for $25 that pugs into that and on the other end has a male connector that fits an I-Phone. I fire up my Soundcloud account and have crisp, clear digital sound pumping throughout. That and heated seats on a cold winter morning, you can stick a fork in me!
That melting dash is no joke, be sure you clean your interior panels pretty regularly. I just bought a 07' IS250. In my search, I went to the dealer and looked at an 06' IS350. The drivers and passenger's side had this and the entire dashboard. It doesn't just get sticky. From research what happens is the panels break down inside if sitting. So, in the dealer's lot the entire dash was sticky, the driver and rear door it looks like someone boiled part of the interior and put it back. Normal vinyl/plastic has ridges and craters. These actually had some sections that were smooth like a melted crayon.
I had my IS250 Transmission Service two times in one year and I hope I didn't screw nothing up they never told me it was a lifetime fluid or none of that
lifetime fluid my ass.... no fluid is lifetime fluid.. you should change the transmission fluid every 70-80kms... But don't flush, just drain and refill.. Slipping can occur with flushing, also slipping can occur if transmission fluid has been change for the first time when the car has high mileage (like over 200k kms). If you done a drain and refill every 80k kms it will not slip.
Not many issues with the IS-F, it will eat the front tires fairly quickly. The stock exhaust manifolds (headers) tend to crack.
The starter on ours failed, apparently that's also a fairly common thing as where it's positioned it gets really hot
I have had a problem during the hot seasons here in SoCal, I have only had the car for a year (is350) and when it is hot out the car takes sometimes up to five try’s to crank on sometimes it just cranks and cranks but doesn’t start. I do have an engine immobilizer or however to spell it code and I believe it maybe the issue but in the morning it starts up no problem because it is relatively cool. Anyone have a similar situation?
I have a 2008 250, definitely reliable cars, I’m wondering how the new version are? like the RC 350 are RCF definitely would like to get a coupe next
Thank you so much
Big fan now
I bought a is350 with 199k miles on odometer I drove it hard for 3 months , flooring it, racing it, ended up put 10k miles on it, biggest issue on these cars are probably oil burning, it wont really cause major problems for them engine as long as you keep it topped off, but the cats may eventually get clogged due to the oil burning which was what happened to me, unfortunately I actually got into an accident recently that totaled the car and that ended up finishing the car off
you should've also mentioned the cam shaft gear recall issue.
Would a salvaged lexus is350 be eligible to get panels replaced
buttons on the is250 wears out, the awd vibrates alot, and the heat shield on the awd mid pipes tend to make them rust. wish i got a 350 now. lol
GODSGUNSGLORY what year is yours?
KCBruin MO 2009
Luckily I sold my is250 last week due to vibration 😅
Yep. I have an 08
Great information I plan on buying a Lexus IS next year and this information will be great for me. I may buy between 08 to 12.
Andon Christian El the fastest is 350 year model was a 2006 idk why but I have done some research and that’s what I heard
Hamza Hussein yea I truly do want to get the 350. Thanks for information that will help make my decision when I get one next year.
Do they are definitely worth it ...i love every bit mine
@@zee2721 my stock 06 can do it in 5.2 with all seasons at 5 degrees c
This summer Im going to put stickier tires and hope to get 5.0 secs 0-60
I bet lol these cars ain’t no joke lol
Forgot mention the mark levinson amplifier that gets wet where it's factory installed in the wheel well and goes bad
@martymotoring Im looking at a 2007 is250. It has 156000 miles. No leaks, no engine lights. Car still have life?
I wonder if there is a difference between US made an Japanese made ones (I’m assuming there are US made ones for America?)
From what i’ve seen, no. All the second gen lexus IS’s i’ve seen have VIN’s starting with J, referring to a japanese manufactured car.
You have to drive the IS250 hard if you don’t want excess carbon build up.
Drove mine hard everyday hope I’m not hurting the engine
And use quality gas.
True but half the problem is people using regular gas instead of high octane gas .if you notice regular gas is a clear to almost a yellowish color if you look at high octane it's a blue color so that's a no brainier then you can an induction service at the dealer Wich we always decline cause it's to expensive or we just think we don't need to do it then there's always that mechanic from the 60s that tells you it's not necessary lol
I find the views very helpful to a new owner
@@jokerdejesus4756 yeah I use premium gas in my 08 es350, over regular gas I noticed it shifts A LOT smoother when I first start driving and my average MPG is around 23
Honestly sir,
I kind of want to buy a is350 cause recently 2001 Acura TL 3.2 blew its transmission.
Would you recommend it as a daily driver for someone that might do some small to maybe medium modifications
It seems like a great car that can be found under 10k for a reasonable amount of miles
saw a 140k mile 2007 ls for 4k. Think i should buy it? is it gonna give me problems in the future?
I have an 06 250 with 170k mi and here's the problems I've had so far. Im the second owner and I don't know how well the previous owner took care of it.
Water pump started leaking at about 140k and needed replacing.
Trunk actuator went out at around 100k.
One rear CV axle has a leak, though it's not needed replacing yet.
Door panels/dash melted though lexus replaced them no questions asked.
Rearview mirror digital crap flakes off over time and leaves black spotches that can't be seen though. I've replaced two of these.
right front tire has a slow leak that I have not been able to fix. Just have to air it up twice as often as the other tires, annoying but hardly a big deal.
Weather stripping completely disintegrated before 100k miles.
lights on the speedometer and tachometer went out and would require some soddering or a complete dash replacement that I don't want to do.
It had a problem with the transmission but it was replaced under recall.
Other then that theres some general wear and tear that I consider excessive such as the leather on the top of the steering wheel being to thin and eventually wearing a hole straight though. The passenger leather seat has some reasonably bad cracking but it was always parked in the sun and I imagine never properly treated/cleaned. Chrome plating around the shifter flakes off and has a bunch of little sharp edge that I eventually had to take all off with a razorblade. Hood struts are a little weak.
Overall I'm still happy with the car but that might only be because I got it pretty cheap from my father(about 2k less than KBB value at the time). If I had paid any sort of serious money for the car I can't say I'd be to pleased. I expect better from lexus, even if it was the first year of this new car. I can't imagine i'll get another lexus when this one eventually falls apart, and I'll probably just get a simple toyota or honda instead.
So the first owner who treated the car inappropriate is your father ? LOL
Own audi since 115 miles now its at 180 haven't replaced nothing. Really reliable and I treat it like sh1t haven't replaced oil in 2 years and I put reg gas instead of premium want it to break so I can buy new car
Unfortunately, IS350 are not available in the UK. Which sucks!
I have an IS250 2007 ~ an alternator bearing seized, and it got damaged. I replaced it and the light has been coming on and off and no one seems to know what the problem is. The car has 80,000 miles.
Likely your mechanic put in a cheap aftermarket unit and the ECU doesn't like it. Stick with higher end Denso. Japanese cars are often finicky regarding cheap electronics. Had faulty O2 sensor on Subaru Outback. Put it new cheap unit. Same issue. Only went away when I put in more expensive NGK sensor.
I’ve been wanting to get a oil catch can too avoid carbon build up (what I’ve been seeing in the forums) not sure if that’s the best option if you have any tips slap me with them
Do you have the is250? Drive it aggressively. Lexus recommends a top engine clean performed around every 20k miles.
Waiting for the transmission fluid change 👌👌
Its pretty easy to do. Did mine about a week ago. I just do a pan drain and fill about every 5th oil change and transmission has not given me any problems with over 200k miles.
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I have an '06 is250 with navigation screen being out, car shakes at lights and vsc light is on.
clean the throttle body and pcv valve and check ur engine codes....
If you don’t want to have any problems with oil and carbon I would suggest buying the IS300 3GR-FE version (no direct injection). Mine was imported from UAE. At 162000 km no oil consumption. The only thing that I had to do was cleaning the AFS indicator and changing the alternator freewheel clutch. And I use the Toyota 5w30 Premium Oil.
I had an 2006 IS250. Had it for 6 years new. I had the melting dashboard as well. Lexus did replace it for free. It took forever to clean out all the little pieces of dashboard.
At the 2 year point, the steering wheel locked up on me once. Thankfully I wasn't on the highway.
The issue I had most is the connectors to the battery would corrode.
Other than that, the car was really reliable.
@James Bond It was a known recall. So I believe they should replace it for free. Best way to know is call a Lexus dealership.
@James Bond that is weird. I didn't even ask them to replace the dash. They just told me that it is a free replacement because of a recall. I guess you can try calling another Lexus dealership if it is close enough.
The one that did the replacement for me is JM Lexus in Florida.
why did the steering wheel lock up? did you find the cause?
@@keviinkins The mechanic told me it was because when they went from the IS300 to the IS250, they went from hydraulic steering to electronic steering.
@@squalllfviii thanks for the reply, is the electronic steering giving you any problems besides that one time?
Should I get an 07 Is250 for 7k, it has 130k on it for the mileage? Should I even worry about the mileage when the cars are built so well
You should shop around, 7k is a fair price, but if you dont have an extra 4 grand on deck than you may have a hard time with this car... 10k is what you should be paying for a good one.
Bro tbh. I JUST bought an 07 IS250 TODAY for my first car for 6K w/ 120k miles on it. We should stay in touch abkut how our cars seem to compare 😁
@@nuke_love can you let me know how it goes as well I’m looking to get a 06 is250 for my first car but I’m not sure if it’s a good or bad for the payment stuff like is the insurance high or is it decent price for a high schooler
Had to change the fuel pump what else should i be on a look for next if I had to make that repair?
Anything in regards to the is 250/350 for the 2014-2016 model years? Debating on picking one up for my first car since they are so cheap!
I know they fixed a lot of the issues that plagued these - and newer design with what seems to be a smaller cabin/seating area