2024 Lexus IS 500 Review - A Brand New 16 Year Old V8 Car

2024 Lexus IS 500 review by The Straight Pipes. The Lexus IS500 F Sport Performance is putting down 472 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque from a 5L V8. At $78,750 CAD, would you take it over the BMW M3, BMW M340i, Audi S5, Audi RS5, Lexus RCF, Lexus LC500, Ford Mustang GT, Lexus ISF, Jakub's 2008 Lexus ISF?

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[dammyo]

I took a shot every time Jakub mentioned his 2008 Lexus ISF. I am now deceased.

[barrettbritt]

These Lexus 5.0s sound so good, especially with upgraded exhausts. Surprised, but glad, they’re still offered

[josekuriakosemanathara]

That diabolical laugh when you launch the car says everything.

[JonBonJayvi]

Got one black on white interior 3 months ago, couple quick observations for interested buyers:
1) the sound is indeed great, both engine and sound system. The car is tightly screwed together, not rattly, and you get a great sound experience overall.
2) interior can be tight, but manageable. I have a child seat in the back, and even with my driving at 6ft someone can sit behind me. Noting this is NOT a large sedan, and you will find a Golf R more roomy and practical.
3) the lack of extendable sun visor is a BIG pain for daily driving, need to find after market solution ASAP. However, there is a seating position high enough to cover my head - not ideal.
4) don't let your wife or kid drive it, ever. The wheels are low profile and car sits low ( i have swift springs on which drop it about an inch also, would recommend, looks great and feels more planted without too much comfort loss)
5) i understand the dated comments on tech etc. I think you have to see the value prop here, at 75k CAD this is the cheapest you will get this car of any place in the world. It will hold its value better than all competitors, and will outlast them too reliability wise. Screens break, electronics fault over time, this is a car that you own for 10 years with little issues and still resell well.
6) i dont plan to track or street race, but the car is fast enough to feel great on a spirited night drive or country road. It really is a 'feeling', the combination of the compact package, rwd and v8. You don't get this for the 0-60 in my view, although it has plenty there when needed. People who know will want to race you, and the car gets some of that 'negative' attention, but overall lots of 'nice car dude' from random male strangers 😅

[JJS]

Instant classic. Get it while you can.

[anthonycanizalez]

New viewers of the channel: huh, i wonder if he had a 2008 isf
Old viewers to the channel: huh, i wonder if he had a 2008 isf

[bjsimon]

I talked to owner who owned ISF, he loved that car to death. Still owns it today

[carlosalba]

Solo Jakub reviews give dads in charge when mom is gone vibes 😂

[hockeymann]

Running errands, commuting, this car would be excellent for actual daily driver activities while remaining very entertaining and reliable.

[Trevor_Leach]

I just got a 2024 of these in white with red interior and I absolutely love it. Everything about it is amazing. My only real complaint is that the gas tank is too small but that might have to do with the way I’m driving it lol

[hellofilip]

its funny this has pretty much everything petrol heads ask for: simple RWD layout, naturally aspirated V8, absence of overwhelming tech/touchscreens everywhere–yet you dont see a lot of these on the road

[cricket_v]

As an ISF owner I have nothing but love for the IS500!

[gryphon]

The original IS300 with the 2JZ and a manual was my dream car for a long time. It’s like a more reliable 3 series.

[hattorihongzo]

Sold my F10 M5 and bought a’23 IS500 a year ago. Still love it!

[pikachusolu]

V8 goodness with reliability? sign me the fuck up. Also i disagree about the color, it looks amazing on the car.

[I_am_Jesus_though]

In a world where engines are downsizing, many turbos and electric cars everywhere. This is just refreshing, art. If i had the money i would probably buy one over a top German car to be honest. Just raw goodness.

[lokosteel]

Ill take this time over any" new faster bmw".

[nickbestn]

Jakub has to be the most American Canadian ever.

[justinkotrba]

Your 2008 Straight piped V8 sounds amazing

[AbsolutMassager]

Due to how much dealerships wanted for a new IS500 in blue I decided on buying a used GSF for a fraction of the price and couldn’t be happier. Love the GSF and the extra room over my old IS models