People always complain that there’s no old school muscle cars and when they actually make one, no one buys it and it fails. Just like the Chevy SS

@Tool0GT92

2 жыл бұрын

The vocal minority never talk with their wallets.

@landonw8982

2 жыл бұрын

The Chevy SS was complete garbage , this isn’t.

@markallen2984

2 жыл бұрын

@@Tool0GT92 Hence the expression *"Talk is cheap"*

@peppapigthekiller7539

2 жыл бұрын

@@landonw8982 it’s outdated tho. Most people who buy 60k cars don’t care about reliability, they just want a cool car. This is cool, but not as cool as anything else at this price point.

@christianstoyanov4290

2 жыл бұрын

The engine is cool and all but everything else about is horrible compared to the competitors. I’d rather be sitting in a new Mazda than a new Lexus.

I like that the shift lever is an actual lever, not buttons or a dial and that the gauge cluster isn’t just a screen.

@XEBAZ16

2 жыл бұрын

As far as I'm concerned, Toyota keeps using the shift lever that way because it's more reliable in the long term compared to the other shifters...

@kyoakland

2 жыл бұрын

Same

@zee9276

2 жыл бұрын

agreed. I like them just the way they are. they can do away with the track pad and the cd player and place a screen over there that does the climate control, improve the one on the top and we're ready to go!

@IntelCoreI77700K

2 жыл бұрын

As a is350 f-sport owner, the gauge cluster is a screen.

@devononair

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if the future will see a return of more tactile controls. A lot of what I see coming out now seems flashy and cool, but in the end is neither as reliable nor as easy to use as tactile controls like shift levers, climate control knobs etc. When I'm driving and want to turn my fan speed up, I can do it without looking away from the road or taking my hand off the shifter, because it's a big knob right near my hand when it's on the shifter. I can just feel where it is. You can't say the same about almost any modern climate control, including the one in this car, because there's so little tactile feedback. You can't tell if you have your hand in the right place, and when you're driving, all of this is a real safety concern. People staring at a touch screen for 30secs to find the volume or looking down at a centre console to locate a climate slider thingy is a little concerning. So eventually, I think manufacturers will realise this and bring a lot of old school controls back. I notice Doug reviewed a couple of new cars that have moved the climate controls out of the touchscreen and back onto the centre console, and I think this trend will continue.

People mistake this for a track/drag car. This is a dream daily driver while having fun with a Naturally Aspirated V8 while enjoying the smooth and comfortable ride, and at the same time, it’s reliable with no issues and it’ll give you peace of mind and save you headaches

@blu_is500

Жыл бұрын

This. All of this. 🥰

@StratusFearX

4 ай бұрын

So many people don’t understand what this car is trying to be that it’s refreshing when someone like yourself actually gets it.

@oleksandr8371

19 күн бұрын

woke lefty california only buys german, and spends an afternoon at service repair shop every month :D

The fact this car has real buttons vs touch screens makes it more luxurious and functional to my eyes. Perfect balance of tech and usable function. Touch pad is not my type tho but I can get over that.

@PatrickPierceBateman

2 жыл бұрын

Idk, I kinda hate that touch pad being there. It takes up a lot of real estate for something I'm not going to use.

@parassj1308

Жыл бұрын

It DOES have a touch screen, check other reviews

@martsmarts

Жыл бұрын

@@parassj1308 only in places where its fine to have. But actual knobs and buttons to where they should be are there

@zelowatch30

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely practical to put in physical buttons as opposed to touch screen only.

That slot in the sun visor is a great place to store speeding tickets.

@toadtoad7840

2 жыл бұрын

Where I keep my gas receipts because god knows these bitches drink…or maybe I just lean on the gas a bit too much

@_Ambition124

2 жыл бұрын

@Riweuh wtf?

@androiduberalles

2 жыл бұрын

@@_Ambition124 the spam bot felt inclined to comment when it heard about bishes

@gto4609

2 жыл бұрын

Most Lexus owners are like 60 years old, they aint speeding bro trust me

@kessin3641

2 жыл бұрын

@@gto4609lol...most old people doesn't buy this types of car

Idk why he didn’t mention it, but the screen is a touchscreen

@woahwoah2207

2 жыл бұрын

Yup

@doggedlydetermined7022

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that’s something that clearly should’ve been mentioned

@jamesphifer171

2 жыл бұрын

I'd say given his recent review of the LX570, an SUV that uses the same infotainment system except that it actually does NOT have touch capability, that he perhaps assumed the same here. And I have to agree with his assessment of the system, it seems clunky and annoying for a car aimed at a high market.

@MicahPotts

2 жыл бұрын

not surprised. He misses all kinds of details like this all the time.

@itsweetened

2 жыл бұрын

That, and called the interior old school but literally the majority of cars have that tacked on screen now (although the interior is kinda old)

I've always had a soft spot for a luxury car that has a v8 in it and doesn't go super track focused - it's just nice to have that v8 powerband at your disposal while also enjoying a comfortable ride

@Kev27RS

8 ай бұрын

I agree!

@dill6078

2 ай бұрын

@@Kev27RS Agreed - I own an IS F

This car is why I drive 10+ year old cars and older. I miss the analog type feel of the driving experience. I don't want to drive a computer.

@b1uezea1ot

2 жыл бұрын

Real winner is the one who bought IS 15 years ago. It's basically the same engine and transmission (especially with AWD) since then. People buying now? Not so much.

@kamikaze4704

2 жыл бұрын

nobody in my family understands why i just bought a 2013 evo x. i bought the car because it reminds me of when car manufacturers didn’t care about having the newest thing but wanted to put all of their money into the performance of the car.

@jasonn4597

Жыл бұрын

@@b1uezea1ot at least the IS 500 is a new car and it doesn’t show it’s age yet

@pyramo3170

3 ай бұрын

@@b1uezea1ot I got a 2023 IS500 and I sure as hell feel like a winner! I do see your point though.

Ok V8? Naturally Aspirated? I'm listening......

@mverick5444

2 жыл бұрын

Will it pass the test environment emissions test?

@cibo4569

2 жыл бұрын

Yo its flossy Carter!

@shahali1969

2 жыл бұрын

Yes king lol

@tonikhoury7155

2 жыл бұрын

Spare the maintenance money on the beamer and get this😛

@Miguel-ff5xw

2 жыл бұрын

It smells like Doctor Manhattan.

Ford raptor: nah I ain’t going to do a v8 A Lexus: I have a v8

@gas-o-meter

2 жыл бұрын

crazy right

@seambunthayarat4370

2 жыл бұрын

a v8 in a small sedan

@bonzobonanza

2 жыл бұрын

The upcoming Raptor R will have a V8, though.

@Anonym-kd5wf

2 жыл бұрын

German cars: also have V8.. and V12.

@WarriorsPhoto

2 жыл бұрын

Oddly enough right?

Did he forget this one is touch screen?

@theunknownguy265

2 жыл бұрын

Here before it blows up

@Locutus

2 жыл бұрын

Nope.

@Locutus

2 жыл бұрын

@@theunknownguy265 It didn't. You look silly now.

@theunknownguy265

2 жыл бұрын

@@Locutus yeah lol

@callmexxjacobxx

2 жыл бұрын

Should be a top based comment.

Doug, you would think after reviewing the ISF, RCF, GSF, all these years & now the IS500 that you would finally realize leaving the transmission in normal auto mode like you did is Lexus's "comfort" mode & provides the slowest shifts. Manual + Sport button is what amps up the shift times to what all the car magazines were raving about back then. Come on, even as a AMG owner I know this from driving the ISF a few times back in the days

@turbofun998

2 жыл бұрын

He somehow also left out that the infotainment is now a touchscreen. It's stuff like this that makes people think he isn't actually objective in his reviews.

@scuckplexity

2 жыл бұрын

@@turbofun998 Yeah. Even weirder is that he has already reviewed the is350 and he does mention the touch screen but not on this

@leftright8826

2 жыл бұрын

He has an insane bias against Toyota/Lexus.

@haywire9174

Жыл бұрын

@@leftright8826 he has a weird bias of Japanese luxury brands for some reason. I think the genesis g70 should have gotten a higher-scored review. The q50 red sport review was way too harsh for a car that costs 20k or less used. german brands seem to get away with way more stuff on his channel, and overall I still love his videos but its just a weird thing I noticed.

@moonman_8935

Жыл бұрын

@@haywire9174 I have a IS500 & noticed that too about other videos. Did you see his RCF review? He bashes that car lol

THISSS is a car that I actually disagree with Doug on, I personally like the old school factor without all the gimmicks, I don't care about a fancy shifter or some overly complex turbo 6 cyl engine that will be unreliable in 5-7 years, this car is what a lot of people wanted and it will hold its value better then you think, It will go down as the last V8 Lexus and that is something special.

@randomguy1714

2 жыл бұрын

Yess

@zee9276

2 жыл бұрын

bang on. but they're going to be cheaper for some years so the best time to buy them is now. and I sure want one as well. I love its design anyway and toyota v8 makes it even more worth the purchase.

@Gaudine

2 жыл бұрын

He called it a small sedan. Small by American standards maybe cos it’s big.

@lanceryderwilson8618

2 жыл бұрын

Doug has always been against Lexus no matter how good it is. Probably jealous that these never break down unlike his land rover

@Gaudine

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertross4699 it’s huge. Look at it. All modern cars are big.

"Pricing hasn't yet been announced" - I assume this was filmed before the info embargo went away. Acccording to CNET - Base $57,575 (good luck finding the base at a dealer - may need to order it) - Premium $62,075 - adds 19" wheels, active dampers, Mark Levinson sound, 10.3" touchscreen (touchscreen might be a need-to-have if you hate the track pad infotainment interaction) - Launch Edition $68,475 - Special paint colors, alternative interior trim, matte black wheels that are 4 pounds lighter than the standard wheels, unique 2-tone seats. Limited to 500 units Everybody hates on the infotainment on these cars. I own a GS-F with has a slightly different input method, but is basically the same system. It's weird, sure, but you get used to it. I'm still hoping they make an LC-F with the V8 and turbos! This car makes me hope they haven't given up.

@944play

2 жыл бұрын

Smaller (and hopefully less ugly) wheels, less tech, and lower price ought to make the base config the honey spot. Too bad they'll all have the stupid robot tach and contrived exterior styling.

@krishanpatel04

2 жыл бұрын

FYI these prices include the destination charge

@himsarawanigasekara7110

2 жыл бұрын

I think a supercharger would be more in line with the V8, they had a TRD Aurion in 2008 which had one so maybe they could use something similar

@Mrs.buildingblackwealth

2 жыл бұрын

totally agree i have a gs

@MahadWaal

2 жыл бұрын

No, lc f with v10

Let us appreciate that Lexus manages to give the IS500 real exhaust tips!

@johntsingis

2 жыл бұрын

Sucky 0-60 is a deal-breaker.

@ryanli5222

2 жыл бұрын

@@johntsingis the car is not about 0-60 speeds. If you want that you would look to the Germans. This car is about emotion.

@johntsingis

2 жыл бұрын

@@ryanli5222 I think you have emotional damage.

@xum0007

Жыл бұрын

@@johntsingis low 4s is sucky? Lol

@johntsingis

Жыл бұрын

@@xum0007 I don't want a Model Y beating me by a full second, bruh.

The IS's interior has aged well. Everything is properly positioned and very convenient to use. True, they could've ditched the touch-pad in favor of a wireless charging pad... but that's kind of a non issue for me. I've driven cars with wireless chargers and never really used them. I tend to keep a factory charge cable handy for Android Auto use anyways, and the phone obviously gets charged when/if it's plugged in. Plus... this new IS has a touch screen, which Doug failed to mention. Sidenote: As lovely as this V8 sounds, it's a shame he didn't really investigate this vehicle much. He should've known that the little dial on the left side with the driver's controls (360 camera, blind spot warning, etc) is actually a volume control for the piped in sound - so you can dial the artificial sound up or down/off.

@notxen3324

Жыл бұрын

Turns out the infotainment screen is touchscreen also. Much needed feature for a throwback design.

All of Doug's "complaints" mainly about the "outdated" design were either non-issues or actually positives for me.

@randomguy1714

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah man

@richhat401

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! All of his negatives are petty. It's like, "Doug if you don't like Lexus then say that."

@furkanh8196

2 жыл бұрын

@@richhat401 bruh 60k and you dont even have the basic things a honda civic has.

@jimarth3536

2 жыл бұрын

@@furkanh8196 The people buying this car don't want all those features

@kyoakland

2 жыл бұрын

Yup

I'll never understand Doug's obsession with fully digital gauge clusters, I feel like they're tasteless, cheap and low effort. I'd take a physically moving gauge over any screen with a fancy gauge animation.

@CCK-jd8nc

2 жыл бұрын

I would rather have good old analog physical gauges

@giancarlolugo9586

2 жыл бұрын

@@CCK-jd8nc same I'm tired of these bland digital gauges even a lot of race cars still have analog gauges to be honest the only digital gauge I like it's the one in the Honda S2000 AP1 AP2 .

@jasonw8124

2 жыл бұрын

Full LCD clusters are cheaper than electromechanical clusters. That's why automakers are so quick to tout them as "the next new thing" simple LCD panel and graphics software, done. Almost zero engineering involved.

@kyoakland

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@jimmy22334

2 жыл бұрын

A good looking analog gauge cluster will always look better than an all digital one. It’s like a watch, if you care about timeless design, analog is ALWAYS better

I'm thoroughly convinced that Doug is getting kickbacks from other automakers that he doesn't get from Lexus for whatever reason. Something weird is going on for him to be so rough on like literally every Lexus he reviews...

@Sinoops

2 жыл бұрын

I think it's more that he just really likes having the newest tech and the newest features. It's pretty obvious that he prefers touchscreens and digital controls like in a Tesla over traditional physical buttons. He is often really harsh on analogue or old school type cars. He hates the 370z yet I think it's one of the best value sports cars you can buy.

@virtualridesXA40

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! He did the same with the LFA. Everyone was impressed, but he wasn't

@user-zx1ir7jt4c

2 жыл бұрын

@@Sinoops Yeah except when it's a Porsche GT car... then he loves it!

@tommcdermott3233

2 жыл бұрын

He just doesn’t appreciate the things that Lexus does exceptionally well. Audi, BMW, and Mercedes have options Lexus just doesn’t offer. Personally I love both of mine and probably wouldn’t buy anything else.

@user-zx1ir7jt4c

2 жыл бұрын

@@tommcdermott3233 Well Lexus certainly is not on the cutting edge of Luxury technology like BMW but I still like Lexus. I own an M5 so I know. I still love the RCF

Honestly think Doug dropped the ball on this car. I’ll just get my Lexus reviews elsewhere since he didn’t mention that the screen is touchscreen and all he had to do was touch the screen to find out. This car will last a long time even if it doesn’t sell hot now it will always be around compared to its competitors. Love ya Doug but you gotta give Lexus a fair shot and do research before you review it.

@hirofujiwara7333

2 жыл бұрын

You have no idea what you’re talking about 😂 the completion has plenty of their older models running around out here, see them all time 🤷🏻‍♂️

@BlasterJunos

Жыл бұрын

Actually he did but I think he forgot to pin it in the comments

@sbs-0055

Жыл бұрын

@@hirofujiwara7333 you’re right there’s a lot of them running with rebuilt engines

@thepcuser5469

Жыл бұрын

“I need the car to shift to park automatically for me when i open the door” please stop driving if you need such feature, it’s not that hard to shift into park yourself

@therealREDRUMeVeRy1

10 ай бұрын

@@hirofujiwara7333 "completion"

Doug: It has an oldschool tach. It has an oldschool infotainment screen. It has an oldschool shift lever. It has CD changer. All of this is so old. Yuck. ME: so what you're saying is that it's a new reliable car with lots of horsepower and it keeps all my favourite features? Great, I'll buy it!

@ar568

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same, I honestly see no problem with this, it's a perfect mix of new & reliable technology. Regarding the gear shifter, I see no reason whatsoever to want or need an electronic switch.

@sohamghosh4815

2 жыл бұрын

You use cds still? I mean they are bad but many cars have cd changers.

@ar568

2 жыл бұрын

@@sohamghosh4815 I have a mk7 Golf, it does have a Cd player, but it is hidden in the glovebox, I can't say I have ever used it, or wanted to. CD's are bulky and awkward, and I can play anything I want through Bluetooth so there isn't any point.

@sheldonjoseph5881

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly!!!! Just throw in a tape deck and take my money

@PeacePlease-em9zo

2 жыл бұрын

Positive thinking. I like that. You must get omega 3s huh 😉

Doug's hand movement and head bobbing in the intro for Cars and Bids makes him look like a scripted NPC

@Kidgavilan700

2 жыл бұрын

He’s a goof

@slime_

2 жыл бұрын

He is

@jj-tv3xl

2 жыл бұрын

Bruh

@Reefdevil

2 жыл бұрын

It gets a little more ridiculous, compounding every month. Wonder what next year will look like.

@dannybob

2 жыл бұрын

what's an npc

Love the turn signals. My old BMW has them and I miss them every time I get into my new one. Seems that Doug is the only one that can’t figure out the difference between a tap and a push.

The entertainment unit in this new gen (2020/21 IS) is touch!! If doug touched it he would have realised this, how embarrassing for such a popular KZreadr to have missed this 🙄

@hirofujiwara7333

2 жыл бұрын

Touch or Touch the car is a modern day 🦕 lol Doug did well I don’t there is anything embarrassing for him as much as it is for Lexus.

I’ll take a new “old” car with an NA 5.0 japanese v8 and bangin sound system and stylish looks with great build quality and reliability any day of the week.

@pakigangsta5

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll take one too, In 10 years for $20k

@doughboy5858

2 жыл бұрын

@@pakigangsta5 it’ll still be $35k in 10 years lol

@pakigangsta5

2 жыл бұрын

@@doughboy5858 lmao my IsF was $30k and it was an 8 year old mode at that time.

@pakigangsta5

2 жыл бұрын

@@doughboy5858 well mine was before this pandemic craze. I got it in 2017 for a 2008. I sold it last year before pandemic for $22k, clean title. Lowing miles

@doughboy5858

2 жыл бұрын

@@pakigangsta5 yeah that’s why. After the chip shortage every cars value has shot up exponentially. I bought an ES 350 with 24k miles in January for $25k, now I’ve put 14k miles on it & its value went up between $7k-$9k lol it’s crazy

Did Doug Demuro, the famous car reviewer, skip over the fact that this car has a touch screen and the ability to adjust the amount of pumped in engine noise????

@tedhibbard7110

2 жыл бұрын

I think he just might have, pretty big oversight, maybe losing his touch?!?!

@JamesConnor116

2 жыл бұрын

It’s just a touchscreen, a lot of manufacturers are implementing it. It doesn’t really matter if he misses it or not.

@jordanseay216

2 жыл бұрын

@@JamesConnor116 true but it’s a big deal for Lexus since the only other way to use the system is the touch pad.

@jc_47

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it was a big deal for Lexus for the 2022 model year

@jordanseay216

2 жыл бұрын

@@jc_47 they had it in the refresh back when they introduced the redesign of the IS. As you know, Lexus IS slow to implement new tech into their cars. Edit: Grammar

ive seen both the IS500 and M340i in person and I just fell in love with how the 22+ IS500 looks.

This is why I love Lexus. Yes, it's dated, but the IS500 isn't afraid to be different. And it looks better than the competition, hands down. I'd definitely buy an IS350 though (with the handling pack). The NA V8 is great and everything, but I'd be just as happy with six cylinders, a lower price and lower running costs 👍

@hirofujiwara7333

2 жыл бұрын

Competition had it beat. Even in the looks department 🤷🏻‍♂️

@DiaperSNiFFER

Жыл бұрын

It does not look better then the competition 💁‍♀️ what are you talking about?

Remember in "Mad Max" when they were talking about "the last of the V8 Interceptors"? That movie was ahead of its time. They knew V8s were going to mostly die out. Glad Lexus still has the balls to make this

@milanb.6022

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, now i'm imagining Mad Max in a lexus

@kennethhardcastle

2 жыл бұрын

Guzzoline shortages man

@edwink1467

2 жыл бұрын

I believe this is the last new Lexus with a V8. The next gen Land Cruiser / LX will likely have a twin-turbo V6 instead of a V8. So… this might hold its value quite well.

@short0811

2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully people will buy it.

@post-leftluddite

2 жыл бұрын

The Cadillac CT5-V has a 6.2L Supercharged V8 and more horsepower

"The last of the V8 interceptors, a piece of history."

@zzygyy

2 жыл бұрын

"Would have been a shame to blow it up."

@kowalski5599

2 жыл бұрын

"I'm just here for the gasoline."

@qwertyuiop32935

2 жыл бұрын

@Riweuh what a funny website name

@anibalbabilonia1867

2 жыл бұрын

The last of the v8!😂👍

@futurecalisthenicschannel

2 жыл бұрын

Doug the type of guy to test acceleration on an onramp

Lexus knows its target. All the old features Doug talks about are things I prefer. Cars have become too techy and this Lexus is far more prefered in my book than all the cars Doug rated higher. It all boils down to preference and I hope to someday be able to have this car in my garage before the v8 becomes extinct.

@user-nc7od1rl2y

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. He is showing his massive bias towards German cars.

@macneg

7 ай бұрын

Nah. You’re just a sped. Have fun with that ancient infotainment system and turn signals and gauge clusters. All while paying 80 grand. All you little buddy 😭😭😭😭

@derek9956

4 ай бұрын

@@user-nc7od1rl2y yup!!!

@lakerfan1855

4 ай бұрын

@@user-nc7od1rl2yNo he’s not he’s just telling the truth. The BMW M340i for example is literally better than this car in every single way.

The less advanced, "dated" features are part of the reason these last so long :) I hope they keep it that way. Who cares about a map on your display or a wireless charger.

@TeXasDadBod

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@BigBinks

2 жыл бұрын

Big Lexus/Toyota fan here but a lot of other Toyota’s have these features too :/

@jarosawbaksinski4143

2 жыл бұрын

@@BigBinks yeah! New Lexus NX has almost only touch screens etc. They are making cars so you can choose what you like most

@A.c.e.99

2 жыл бұрын

I agree but it’s just the design for me and how everything looks. Toyota Lexus still have the plastic Toyota buttons from 2000’s

@Datacorrupter234

2 жыл бұрын

if they could just get rid of that massive screen sticking up......

The mechanical shift lever is actually a favourite to a lot of people!

@Kona61

2 жыл бұрын

Well I’ll tell you, have fun putting a newer German car in neutral with the engine off lol.

@luisforeal8676

2 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah!!! I hate those "cheap feeling" rotary shifters.

@Tiz263

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kona61 and its just keeps getting worse , i don't understand how its not considered a safety issue that the car has to be raised and a cover removed by multiple fasteners and a special tool required to be pushed to safety or service

@kens97sto171

2 жыл бұрын

@@Tiz263 Actually ran into this problem couple days ago. A relatively new Dodge Challenger ran out of gas very close to the gas station. We all ran out to the middle of the road to try to help him get off of the street. And in fact a fire truck that happened to be nearby pulled in front of him turned on the lights to block traffic to keep it safe for us. But we couldn't get it to go into neutral. Powered the car off powered the car on when we would try to go to neutral the N light just blinked and it wouldn't come out of park. That has a hand gear shifter but it's just an actual joystick it doesn't really connect to anything. It's one of those Chrysler joystick style shifters. Some kind of electronic problem or the car was unhappy that it ran out of gas. But to get it off of the road we needed to put it in neutral and we couldn't.

@mcmaizen

2 жыл бұрын

I like it. Feels second nature now

I think the lack of a ton of modern "features" is a virtue. Like you said, it's relatively old technology, but all of it it will likely last the lifetime of the car. It seems most cars' "features" are simply gimmicks and nothing more. I like that Lexus gives customers what they need and not too much more, especially as a brand new car. I think we'll look back on this and reflect on how good the simplicity of the tech was.

@Corkoth55

2 жыл бұрын

yeah but if they already seem outdated.. its not like they're not there.

@doughboy5858

2 жыл бұрын

@@Corkoth55 that’s just a talking point of critics tho. It has apple CarPlay & the infotainment is a 10 inch touchscreen, if you want a faster transmission all you need is a performance chip module or a throttle controller lol

@philipkircher2848

2 жыл бұрын

My 65 year old neighbor has a new S Class and can’t figure out how to use any of the tech. He can’t even change the radio station.

@philipkircher2848

2 жыл бұрын

@@doughboy5858 It has a manual mode and paddle shifters that makes the car come alive and that Doug never even mentioned

@bogdanrus7953

2 жыл бұрын

@@doughboy5858 When you pay 65k for a new car you dont want to fuck with performance modules or throttle controllers. We're talking a 500hp mid size sedan, that thing ain't slow. Anything else is just Doug being a pretentious idiot, like most car journos are. Its their job to find the smallest shit to whine about in cars.

Love how overly dramatic Doug gets when exhibiting the blinker stalks that return to center. Got it on my ‘14 2er and I think it had a two second learning curve. Love ya Doug!

I mostly disagree with this review. I own a '15 IS350 myself, and the interiors look almost exactly the same, so Doug was totally right there that a lot of the car is starting to look dated. I think Doug is missing the point of the car that this is something you can drive for the next 10 years with relatively few issues. This car is going to become incredibly important when all cars move to 4 cylinders or fully electric, and it's most likely going to stand the tests of time. Obviously the year that it's releasing, being right now, it's hard to recognize its importance. However, in the long run this car is going to be hugely important, and having it be designed by Lexus/Toyota is great to hear because you know it's good for 150k+ miles.

@coesforever1735

2 жыл бұрын

150k miles? Mine is getting close to 400k and still running like a champ!

@random_channel_345

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed. I'm still pushing an '03 IS300 with 165,000 miles.

@pHixiq

2 жыл бұрын

I drive a 16' IS 200t and absolutely love it

@coesforever1735

2 жыл бұрын

@@random_channel_345 . I have seen several is300s low miles already with new engines and I don't know why? Mine still running on the 90k miles service timing belt

@yousefal-assaf2985

Жыл бұрын

@@coesforever1735 Because people suck at treating manuals well...

NA V8 is always reliable a recipe that never fails 🔥

@felixbakat3348

2 жыл бұрын

Hi

@kristians2704

2 жыл бұрын

yeah but the M340i which is cheaper is also faster, better tech and still sounds pretty good.

@jmax850

2 жыл бұрын

ESPECIALLY from Toyota, this thing will last.

@pahan95

2 жыл бұрын

@@kristians2704 long term this still makes sense.

@votekyle3000

2 жыл бұрын

Looks cautiously at Jaguar-Land Rover

16:10 Doug slammed that trunk like he just watched a Pearl Harbor documentary before filming.

@tygervoods8358

2 жыл бұрын

💀💀💀💀

@jacksonbrabander6873

2 жыл бұрын

Man I just came here to look for a comment like this. I cringed so hard when I watched that 😂

Long time owner of multiple M & AMG cars. Have driven German performance for over 10 years but finally switched to Japanese with this IS500. Honestly love the old-school interior like the gear shifter because everything has a heavy, high-quality feel and smell to it. The NA V8 driving experience is truly unique and puts many, many smiles on your face. Anyhow, I sold two of my German cars (M5 & ML63) but still have the 45 AMG. I am very, very happy with this purchase.

@paulpierce21

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@pwj86772

8 ай бұрын

Lmao. Sure you did.

I love the fact it has a cd player lol. You get the best sound quality with CDs not b/t. Too much tech is also not good. Too many issues later on down the road. It all depends what you're looking for. Great review doug!

There's plenty of drivers that will welcome this. Not everyone enjoys seeing cars turning into laptops on wheels.

@kyoakland

2 жыл бұрын

Right

@lancercool1992

2 жыл бұрын

not many will be around when lexus reveals the price

@doughboy5858

2 жыл бұрын

@@lancercool1992 the price has been revealed for over a week, where you been at? 😂 fully loaded $61k, idk if I’ll even be able to get my hands on one at launch. This car has a ton of appeal amongst car enthusiasts.

@88_-_88

2 жыл бұрын

Well car companies all are doing it, so when u have some rich guy buy this car who doesn’t care about cars he might not like the out dated things

@PeterparkerSlaps

2 жыл бұрын

lol enthusiast takes up like less than 5% of market. companies are looking to survive not appeal to a niche audience

I REALLY LOVE HOW OLD SCHOOL THIS CAR IS. Edit : sorry for being so mean in the previous comment

@12ealDealOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

It's a shame the gauge cluster isn't real analog, and we HAVE to have a screen (one sitting on the dash in our eyeline, no less) and yet these points are considered "archaic." All tech on the inside obfuscates the driving experience, in my opinion.

@randomguy1714

2 жыл бұрын

@@12ealDealOfficial you are right ✨

@kyoakland

2 жыл бұрын

Fuck man I agree I have a 2018 q70s and I love the old school feel inside and out

@markm0000

2 жыл бұрын

I would buy this car and rip out the entire entertainment system and touchpad thing. Then buy a replacement console, get rid of the screen mount and blend in a wireless charger under the vents where the CD player is. I’d rather just have my phone play music than any of the stupid complicated infotainment systems these days. Most of them you can’t even adjust the brightness or move buttons around.

@phillipevans9414

2 жыл бұрын

Random Guy. Doug is clearly missing the point of this car, the target audience is likely at least 50 yo +, whom don't want all the new fangled tech crap, they just want an old school V8 sporting sedan that sounds good, drives well, and is gonna be reliable (they also probably own a sizable CD collection)...ask me how I know. The "look at me, look at me" boy racer types will buy the BMW anyway, so they are not the target audience, this car is filling a niche in the market that the European manufacturers are ignoring - this car is more likely to be cross shopped against the likes of a Mustang than an M3.

I actually appreciate the aspects of having a gauge cluster and a real a shift lever, I don't appreciate the newer dial trend in place of it, personally. I would love to have this car for the NA V8 and styling alone. The only gripe I would have is the turn signals. On a side note, I think you forgot to mention that the infotainment system it is actually a touch screen as well, not just a track pad!

This is one interior that i absolutely love. It really has stood the test of time. People say it is dated but honestly it doesn’t feel or look dated to me. It’s classy and purposeful. My brother had a 350 and I enjoyed it so much when he had it.

It might just be me but I feel like this gauge cluster will still look classic for awhile. While the all digital clusters provide more info I think they could end up looking tacky down the road

@BLACKAAROW

2 жыл бұрын

This is why cars like Bugatti and other high end sports cars don’t have all these screens bc they know those don’t age well

@lexuslfa4739

2 жыл бұрын

@@BLACKAAROW they also are slow responding and not that natural feeling. Mercedes' especially are laggy

@hueyh5637

2 жыл бұрын

Spot on, the lfa has a similar sliding tachometer and that interior still looks modern today .

@TheGreatWild

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. The lack of craftsmanship is very apparent in digital gauge displays. They look flat and cheap and the "graphics" generally are tacky and terrible.

@extortionmaster7398

2 жыл бұрын

Trends don’t age well

doug: cluster is old, shift lever is old me: fewer goddamn screens, and actually doing something in your car that doesn't feel like tickling it. FAN-FREAKING-TASTIC!

@Legend-lc9bv

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly people don’t understand that

@albertosamaniego2476

2 жыл бұрын

He hates japanese cars

@AlinTrinca

2 жыл бұрын

@@albertosamaniego2476 meanwhile the japanese release an american inspired classic doug: meeh, average.

@Legend-lc9bv

2 жыл бұрын

@@albertosamaniego2476 no he’s jealous of them

@nickmcquoid5264

2 жыл бұрын

the whole time I'm listening to his "cons" I'm thinking they're all pros!

1) Infotainment - touch screen was not mentioned nor used as such; that track pad sucks but touch screen is fine. Also to note you can see the directions in the front screen if you go through the menus. 2) Sound is indeed piped into the car, but you can turn it off 3) I wonder what mode the car was in when doing pulls; What I have noted with the car is that when its in sport + mode and above 4k rpms the car shifts just fine; its not a ZF or a dual-clutch but just enough. 4) I was a critic to the non-brembo breaks but I was surprised how well the supplied brakes handle on the track; on another note you can easily update the brakes to RCF Calipers for $1800 brand new from lexus.

Doug once supported toyota for keeping things simple in the Landcruiser LC200. He gave an example of him wearing two shirts instead of these fancy nano fabric shirts. And now criticizing the old school touch in this lexus. I like the simplicity and old schoolness of this lexus.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Hey mate, if you enjoy Lexus videos I’ve got a few including the IS. Feel free to check it out 😄

It's so funny that stacked screens are now called "oldschool" 😂

@ZS-xi4xk

2 жыл бұрын

he called it that when a bunch of manufacturers still do it 😂 hes so biased against lexus.

@orangeVSappel

2 жыл бұрын

Except when it's an Audi or RR

@kristians2704

2 жыл бұрын

@@orangeVSappel Audi and RR don't have stuck-on screens.

@gregmilner3300

2 жыл бұрын

Funny thing is that it used to be integrated into the upper dash. But because the rti is so bad they made it a touch screen so they had to move it closer. I guess Doug didn't know it's also a touch screen as he never mentioned it.

@aaronm1246

2 жыл бұрын

@@yungboicontigo9278 he's not gonna shag you mate

“There’s no car segment just under an RS4 or M3” The S4 would like to have a word with you

@gavin047

2 жыл бұрын

yup, S4, M340i, C43 and to a lesser extent CT4\5V

@ryanb8736

2 жыл бұрын

RS3

Personally, I like how Lexus is keeping some of the older technology, like a real shift lever and gauge cluster. Those modern screens and shift levers are not to my personal taste.

In my opinion, this car is just great. It looks gorgeous, interior ergonomic is intuitive, it sounds great. Yes, it might be a bit slower than a 2.0t small sedan that I drive every day, but with rear wheel drive IS gives another level of driving experience. Most “disadvantages” Doug listed in this video will be a reason to buy IS500 for someone. Lexus may be targeting those who are looking for C63 w204 is perfect state.

The shift lever being an actual lever instead of buttons or a wheel is a good thing. Change my mind. Seriously though, the only good thing about ditching the traditional shift lever for modern alternatives is aesthetics. Call me old fashioned, but I love the _feel_ of a lever (or even better, a stick) and it's more connected than buttons or a wheel. Kind of like turning a key versus a push start button; it's a minor thing that is part of the experience of driving.

@Lightrunnerr

2 жыл бұрын

Anton Yelchin

@badernajeeb4114

2 жыл бұрын

@@Lightrunnerr oof, a painful example of the flaw of using buttons or wheels for changing gear

@ancap_rem

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@RCDiaz-Balart

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed to a point, I love shifting, at the same time technology allows for a push button start like many race cars so I prefer that with "keyless" entry, but shifting in the new Z and or a mechanical feeling shifter like Pagani uses would be nice in more cars.

@isakyhadz

2 жыл бұрын

The main reason is aesthetics. Just doesn’t belong in a $60+ sports sedan unless it’s an actual stick shift.

I personally love this car, and especially love that it is NOT an IS-F. It reminds me of the old W124 E500 in a way. Definitely a future unicorn - confidently subtle, even relatively demure in a good way. A big japanese V8 is always a good thing, and it has the ultimate "quirk" for this segment: reliability. I'm not even someone who necessarily prioritizes reliability - but in this case, it adds to the unique sense of ease that this car radiates.

@stephens.9209

2 жыл бұрын

Well Kevin yr wrong. As a current GSF owner and previously an IS-F owner the only thing I like is the shortness. Doug did a #very crappy job overall of his red-eyed review of this car however the car is 100% bs, sadly. I can't vomit enough about the screen and the shiney hiney rear diffuser. I'd stick with a GSF, move to a Benz/BMW or take the blue pill and go to a Tesla. Lexus has screwed us yet again.

@carston101

2 жыл бұрын

The mercedes w124 E/500/E was the first thing I thought of too. Partly because that's exactly the kind d of car I want to purchase: 4dr sedan but with some oomf behind it.

@perspecttv8956

2 жыл бұрын

I’d argue the E500 was at least updated for its time in terms of tech/interior quality, the IS500 is a decade behind… If they had introduced an updated Interior for the IS500, and then trickled it down to the 250/350 models after 18-24 months, I would bet the IS500 sales would be exponentially better than what they will turn out to be. For context, I previously owned a W211 E500 and currently own an ISF - would 100% sell my ISF and buy an IS500 if it weren’t for the lousy interior/outdated technology.

@perspecttv8956

2 жыл бұрын

@@stephens.9209 Unfortunately, I kind of agree with you. Lexus screwed themselves with this one - with an updated interior and an N/A 5.0 V8, this car would fill a great niche. With the current interior… yikes

@MD-uu5nt

2 жыл бұрын

@@perspecttv8956 but I don't think it is possible to make new cars with the same level of reliability as this. All of these ECUs required to run everything will be a reliability nightmare. You can have your modern tech but don't expect to have a car that will be working properly in 13 years like my ISF.

outstanding review

Just correcting some statements made by Doug so that there isn’t anymore added confusion about this car than there already is… 1. Lexus considers this a 4th gen redesign. It is not a facelift. Although the platform for this car is shared w/ the 3rd gen that was sold from 2014-2020, the body of the 2021+ is completely new. No panel is the same. 2. This is not supposed to be an M3 competitor. The German compact sport sedans of that category are now pushing over 500+hp. Lexus has already stated that this is an S4, M340i, C43 AMG competitor. He says that @ first but then goes back to comparing it to an M3. 3. The rear sunshade is for infants in rear facing seats because the roof line & rear window are @ such a low angle. 4. If you put the transmission in (M)anual and Sport+ it is fast. Those conditions have to be met in order for it to shift quickly as intended. It is programmed to have a shift delay in (D)rive under power. It is also programmed to be a little clunky and give you that shift shock to give it the feel of a sequential manual transmission. This exact transmission is the reason why most manufacturers are going from DCT back to Auto trans.

@jj_cars99

2 жыл бұрын

And the infotainment system is a touchscreen.

I’ll buy this just for the CD player, remind me of the olds days

@remyd8767

2 жыл бұрын

most modern cars still have cd players.

@joegrosick5981

2 жыл бұрын

@@remyd8767You need to take a ride to a car dealership. Unless its a car model thats been refreshed a million times over the past 10 years most new cars do not come with a CD player. I wish i had one in my 2018 camaro but it just doesnt exist.

I could’ve sworn Matt farah said in his review that the screen is now touchscreen and that solves the touchpad issues

i feel like people forget to mention the sound system. that is so important for some customers. and this one has a freaking 1600w system or something and no one cares to mention it.

@Milkinporsche

Жыл бұрын

I agree, people are making fun of Lexus still having a cd slot, what they don't know is that CD plus mark Levinson is better than any other Bluetooth bs in the market.

@bman99ss

Жыл бұрын

That's because it sucks . . .

outstanding opinions going out on this video. mostly bang on i think.

Loved my 08 ISF and current 12 ISF, and appreciate what Lexus did here. These make amazing daily drivers.

@S3c7io81

2 жыл бұрын

I knew I’d find you here lol

@mattskucas4097

2 жыл бұрын

As an ISF owner myself, that is correct. But the 2IS infotainment system is worlds ahead of the 3IS one.

@dailypovs7800

2 жыл бұрын

Real isf guy

I’m glad that Lexus is closing out their V8 era with this beast. Great vehicle for one last hurrah

@vueport99

2 жыл бұрын

They should bring back the V12

@FastLegsJerry

2 жыл бұрын

@@vueport99 you mean the v10?

@vueport99

2 жыл бұрын

@@FastLegsJerry Toyota has a V12 in Japan which if properly tuned might do wonders

@yousefal-assaf2985

2 жыл бұрын

@@vueport99 The Crown's V12? An absolute beauty!

@vueport99

2 жыл бұрын

@@yousefal-assaf2985 yes!

WHY IS NOBODY TALKING ABOUT HOW GOOD THIS SOUNDS? Omg wtf i wasn't expecting it to sound THAT GOOD DJRJFUDJ i literally spit my orange juice out

@princelashawn7855

2 жыл бұрын

Every other reviewer who loves cars are, Doug isn't.

"the IS doesn't attract many buyers" that's how I knew this guy is a Lexus hater. The IS actually sells really well... read an article about they fly off the lots because everyone wants one.

@agustinjr.enriquez6238

2 жыл бұрын

I remember his review on the 1990 Lexus LS400 and was complaining why it didn’t have any modern features

@jc_47

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah since he reviewed the LX570, he said in the end of the video that "I don't understand why would anyone buy this new" while there are land cruisers and LX570s everywhere in Asia and the Middle East

@hirofujiwara7333

2 жыл бұрын

Josiah b only old folks and middle aged geeks want this overpriced turd not “everyone” considering the competition have 6 bangers that can spank it. Lolol

I’ll be honest, the CD slot is kinda charming. I like using CD’s occasionally lol

@nihrke3844

2 жыл бұрын

I still use cd's all the time. Half of this review is Doug not knowing how to properly use the features available. This is one of yhe few 4 doors out now id even consider.

@kyoakland

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly same

@CHEVYbarracuda1

2 жыл бұрын

Tbh with Spotify and apple music i rarely use cd's anymore

@Lamborghinikid23

2 жыл бұрын

Considering the fact that Doug compares almost everything to all German models, he wouldn’t consider anything not found in a “modern” rival charming.

@mdfk667

2 жыл бұрын

CDs all the way - especially after some musician or band gig, and coming back from their merch and CD corner...

I can’t believe Doug is calling the gear shifter “old school”

@AtactHD

2 жыл бұрын

It's been used for decades and is now slowly disappearing. It's old school.

@sunkingozy5051

2 жыл бұрын

@@AtactHD old school is steering column mounted gear shifters, or pedal parking brake. Having a normal gear shifter isn't old school yet

@celsovera91

2 жыл бұрын

I’d rather prefer this type of shifter than the electronic one. it’s just one less thing to break

@celsovera91

2 жыл бұрын

I’d rather prefer this type of shifter than the electronic one. it’s just one less thing to break

@jerryacosta8607

2 жыл бұрын

Seriously Doug wines and complaints to much he literally does it to every Lexus model.

Finally, in a world where cars have been stripped away from being exhilarating, Lexus comes in clutch with a car that makes you feel… ALIVE. Although I’m getting the IS-350 F Sport, I will have no problem owning this beauty as used in the future. 🔥

All the cons he lists are my pros: Naturally aspirated V8, around for more than 10 years meaning proven design, less electronic garbage to fail. Sounds like a dream car to me. Doug's critiques essentially the same as flying on a certain airline for the peanuts they offer you on the flight rather than how safe/quickly/direct the flight is. Misses the entire purpose of the car.

When is Doug going to realize that "new" and "modern" doesn't necessarily equate to "better"? It's funny, he lauds the instrument cluster as THE best in the industry, and almost in the same breath shames it for being 10 years old. Who cares? It's still excellent. Just like a '57 Bel Air or a '92 Accord, they're old but that doesn't make them any less awesome.

@Kyle-dr3je

2 жыл бұрын

hes been doing that alot in videos recently

@jay92889

2 жыл бұрын

As an owner of a 1990-1993 Accord, it is awesome despite its age and that's why I love it and choose to keep it, even among my three newer cars. There's so much more to a car than "modern" and "new", there's a feeling and a sense of design that goes into it. Also why the tank 90's tank S class is considered to be the favorite among all generations.

@FrequencyORD

2 жыл бұрын

old cars are better. unreliable was *created*

@quitegenius

2 жыл бұрын

New doesn't necessarily equate better but you know what definitely doesn't equate better - dated. That is his point. It's not like they have a retro design and analog instrument clusters or anything like that. It's just the stuff they have been using since last design refresh how many ever years ago that was. Interiors of cars age terribly as it is but if you are already using a dated design, the resale value will be impacted quite heavily.

@pgill2682

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you. He's all over the place . He will always be partial to German rivals that are not in the same league

Compact sedans with N/A V8s is exactly what I've been hunting for lately. This is a beautiful addition!

@robertjebediahfreeman

2 жыл бұрын

Why does it say N/A?

@fluffiestbiscuit5846

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertjebediahfreeman N/A stands for naturally aspirated (no turbochargers or superchargers).

@robertjebediahfreeman

2 жыл бұрын

@@fluffiestbiscuit5846 Ohh

@frd3880

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertjebediahfreeman must be a new generation to not knowing what NA is lol

@robertjebediahfreeman

2 жыл бұрын

@@frd3880 No I know what naturally aspirated means.Its just N/A written like that usually means “not applicable” so I was confused lol

spot on review

So what I've learned after spending 2 minutes on Lexus' website that I haven't on a 23 minute waste of time video is that it comes with Carplay / Android Auto, and it has a touch screen. So 99% of the UI problems vanish instantly. This car is good. Old but good.

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

Hey mate, if you enjoy Lexus videos I’ve got a few including the IS. Feel free to check it out 😄

This, for what it is, is the best in its segment without a doubt.

@kristians2704

2 жыл бұрын

M340i is faster, handles better, nicer interior, more tech, more efficent and still sounds very good

@mementoscuderia833

2 жыл бұрын

@@kristians2704 the m340i is good, but this is better.

@mattX5

2 жыл бұрын

@@mementoscuderia833 He just gave you a list of reasons the M340i is better and your response is “this is better?” You seem really educated about cars!

@naveenthemachine

2 жыл бұрын

No it isn’t. It sounds great but it’s far from segment best

@brock7405

2 жыл бұрын

@@mattX5 Okay then let me give you a list : -Lexus sounds better, it looks more "special" it will be 4x times more reliable than the Bmw, and also Lexus probably has nicer seats, considering they are known for making good seats.

Doug doesn't always open and close trunks like a mad man, but when he does...

@jacobvelasquez6183

2 жыл бұрын

He slammed that trunk like he just watched a documentary on Pearl Harbor. It’s been almost 80 years Doug, shit.

I actually own a 2015 is 250 and will be getting the is500 in a couple of years and I actually love the way the turn signal functions, it takes less than a few minutes to get acclimated to it and feels so much more premium and luxurious especially compared to my 2012 civic due to the fact that you can’t hear or feel the return to center click as you straighten the wheel.

This car will outsell and exceed expectations. This is the car every driver, consumer and enthusiast will enjoy

@hirofujiwara7333

2 жыл бұрын

Yes we can see all the old folks and middle aged geeks lining up to buy this overpriced thing 🙄😆

There’s no replacement for displacement , Lexus is awesome for making this car in a time of small turbo charged engines.

@kyoakland

2 жыл бұрын

I agree so much

@ryanturnerboles

2 жыл бұрын

Except all that displacement to get your ass kicked by some 30k Mustang's and Camaros. Hell, even some 4 cylinder cars now 😂

@jayAP1993

2 жыл бұрын

@@ryanturnerboles not always about racing

@hirofujiwara7333

2 жыл бұрын

Ryan that is true 😂🤣

@hirofujiwara7333

2 жыл бұрын

When fans get hurt about the facts, they always say “well it’s not always about racing” 🤦🏻‍♂️ Lolol😂

This brings tears to my eyes. I don't even like Lexus, but Toyota has proven they care for the true car enthusiast by making this car. Brilliant!! And it is also sad that this may well be the last time we see something like this. We live in the last breath of car culture...

@Zoli4119

2 жыл бұрын

The Chevy SS was available with a manual transmission. They appreciated nicely since they were discontinued.

@slowanddeliberate6893

2 жыл бұрын

ICEs make cars breathing creatures. EVs have no soul. Futures cars = disappointing

@remyd8767

2 жыл бұрын

@MELLOW kinda of a silly argument. Disney owns ESPN. you can say Disney changed its ESPN lineup or you can say ESPN changed its ESPN lineup. Comcast owns Universal Studios. You can say Universal added a new attraction to its theme park lineup or you can say Comcast did it. Still the same messaging.

This is going to appreciate over time. Simple recipes like large displacement, rwd, combined with Lexus quality and reliability will make this a gem

@hirofujiwara7333

2 жыл бұрын

Nah, if that philosophy didn’t work for the isf what makes you think it’ll work for this thing? 😄

@yousefal-assaf2985

Жыл бұрын

@@hirofujiwara7333 The IS F holds its value very well. Not sure what you're talking about. A used IS F costs more now than a used M3 or a used C63 from the same era. Why would this one do even better than the IS F? Because it's the last of its kind, and unique in it's own way. It has the perfect balance between muscle and luxury; it has a character... something than none of its competitors have!

@DylanFoos

Жыл бұрын

@@hirofujiwara7333 have you checked the ISF prices my man, lol

@kevinamundsen6983

Жыл бұрын

@@hirofujiwara7333 Bro this is like the 10th comment I’ve seen you butthurt in. Did Lexus do something to you personally?

@route66garage59

Жыл бұрын

Yousef actually Hiro has a point there also the is500 can’t do better than the isf because it’s not a specialty performance car, I mean if a 6cyl BMW can embarrass an isf then what do u think it’ll do the is500? It’s just a V8 and it’s porky which is gonna affect overall performance. As for “value” for an isf to be worth as much as an M3 or AMG of that Era it would have to be one that’s clean all original super low mile bone stock not riced out. To cost more it would have to be compared to an M3 or AMG with higher miles. Go look at a 2008 CLK 63 black series and what it commands there’s not an isf on planet that will ever cost that much even if you found an isf with zero miles. Lexus is just an entry level brand and truth be told they do copy and imitate the better German brands, the logic lexus fans use is equivalent to someone saying a knock off Louis Vuitton hand should cost more than the real thing. I think that’s what Hiro was alluding to, not necessarily bashing lexus because he’s made good comments on it before.

Really like those wheels

You’d think, after all these years, that Dough would finally figure out the turn signal half-touch

@johntrash1750

2 жыл бұрын

I love these turn signals on my GS. I'm going to miss them when I get my next car.

@detonater1348

2 жыл бұрын

@@johntrash1750 most cars have them now

@amooori2978

2 жыл бұрын

@@johntrash1750 don’t miss them buy a gsf😭 but I feel u I got a Gs and would miss them their amazing he just doesn’t know what he’s doing 😂

@smooth_ops2942

2 жыл бұрын

@@johntrash1750 I'm actually sitting in my GS watching this video 👌🏻... And I reached over and hit the turn signal and quickly and easily turned it off 🤔, he over did the dramatics for that.

@sterlingsilver320

2 жыл бұрын

That's what I'm saying bro. I swear that by now, he hasn't figured it out just because he's stubborn. Half touch for a short signal if you're changing lanes, full touch for a full signal. Half touch opposite direction to cancel. In practice, it's brilliant to use and I hate that BMW and other manufacturers ditched it.

That is a gorgeous color on this car. So happy this thing was released.

@mattstrawhand2637

2 жыл бұрын

Oh I love thing thing too!

@ravocean

2 жыл бұрын

@@mattstrawhand2637 oops

@mattstrawhand2637

2 жыл бұрын

@@ravocean oh no leave it man, it was funny asf🤣

Never in a million years have i had an issue with those turn signals.

I think this is hands down one of the most beautiful sedans i have EVER seen

Reviews other cars: “these modern shift selectors are just awful and unintuitive” Reviews this car: “has a normal shift selector and seems old and uninteresting”. Well, what do you want then?

@yousefal-assaf2985

2 жыл бұрын

He is as confused as it gets.

@Miguel-ff5xw

2 жыл бұрын

Just a Toyota hater.

@rodimusmaximus3912

2 жыл бұрын

A modern shift selector that isn't awful and unintuitive. Not too hard to figure that one out, any other questions just call me.

@Kxji

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t get it. He hates buttons and old school shifters. 🤷‍♂️

@lawrencelin272

2 жыл бұрын

manual transmission?

Is crazy that most people don't give an "F" about this car.

@Craftyboy89

2 жыл бұрын

Mostly because of all the Karens that are environmentalists who drives a Toyota Corolla or Yaris.

@nacho7614

2 жыл бұрын

@@Craftyboy89 haha so true! Don’t forget the CUMRYS as well. 🤣

@vladvulcan

2 жыл бұрын

lol

@MercOne

2 жыл бұрын

It's because beyond the V8 the car is laughably old and shoehorning the V8 in their has messed up the styling balance. It LOOKS front heavy now and the rear looks like it's squatting at the same time. It's also slower than some of the 6-cylinder competition and the chassis isn't a true F product able to handle the extra power. On paper this car is a dream, but in reality it's very lackluster.

@MUSSYBAKA

2 жыл бұрын

@@Craftyboy89 is it bad to care for our future?

the blinker is perfect douglas.

All the reasons and complaints that DeMuro has for the IS 500 is why I want one-being the last of the semi-analog, executive sport, naturally aspirated V8s on the market. I know I'm getting overall quality with the Lexus. It's no surprise that Doug misses the point entirely.

Doug, I'll check out cars and bids. I just want to see my kids again

A couple things: The screen is a touchscreen. You can use both the pad and the touchscreen. You can also get turn by turn and media on the instrument cluster. You just had to push the d pad on the steering wheel to the right.

@anoneemous406

2 жыл бұрын

It's just typical Doug, intensely biased against Toyota/Lexus.

@skooksreviewks7806

2 жыл бұрын

This infotainment pad has been put on blast since it was released in 2014 on the Lexus IS. The previous generation with touchscreen and shortcuts was much better. Sometimes improving things doesn't make them better.

@doughboy5858

2 жыл бұрын

@@anoneemous406 it’s hilarious because people who hate on Lexus top criticism is something that has absolutely nothing to do with performance or how the car looks/feels. It’s a fucking infotainment system, the 2022’s will have the touchscreen like this IS & apple CarPlay. This dude is so biased it’s insane lol

@jc_47

2 жыл бұрын

@@doughboy5858 He even didn't said that it was a big deal for Lexus for having a touch screen in the 2022 models

@RanulfoKnox

2 жыл бұрын

Also the turn signal myth. I have a giulia and has this turn signal system and you get used to it in like 2 minutes for real. Very easy to get used to it and very comfortable and fast to use... another bias

Literally the most beautiful car in the market today of its class, lets argue

Never knew this existed, amazing

Great overview, but he’s disregarding the biggest selling point of the car, reliability and build quality! I know he mentioned it briefly, but it really is a big selling point for many buyers. This is one of, if not the only sedan that can stand the test of time! Great review none the less.

@kyoakland

2 жыл бұрын

I agree and the cd player is funny but makes me comfortable for some reason

@ismav3690

2 жыл бұрын

I feel like he always misses a lot of big points. Like when he was talking about the new Ford raptor he didn’t even mention the 5 link suspensions which is literally the coolest think about it

I'm so glad Lexus keeps making "emotional" cars instead of trying to outdo the competition in every spec, trying to cater to all the bench racers who never buy new cars anyways. Lexuses (Lexi?) are never the best on paper, but once you get behind the wheel, you start to understand the appeal.

@papa_pt

2 жыл бұрын

definitely not true for the RC-F 😂 that just fell on its face compared to the rest. I'd love to take a GS-F for a spin and see how it compares to BMW

@Dylan-nv9sc

2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree. Once you get behind the wheel you start to appreciate it. Once you’ve had it for 10 years 200,000 miles with little more than basic maintenance you fully appreciate it.

@Panafrocanam2

2 жыл бұрын

Yep made no sense to overdue their updates.. They knew what they were doing based on anticipated sales

@ndfind

2 жыл бұрын

This. This. This.

I hope this car lives forever. So Freeking awesome

A true car people will love these "dated" tech as they are so reliable and give your that bonding that they have with the car. I have the 2017 Lexus IS200T and I still love the physical button it uses and I actually like the non fsport dashboard more. And yes, I still uses the CD/DVD slot!

@SergCarReviews

Жыл бұрын

That’s epic mate and listerally anyone living with all these touch screens almost always gets annoyed with it! Also mate, if you enjoy Lexus videos I’ve got a few including the IS. Feel free to check it out 😄

I love how old school the car is. It’s truly it’s own super power giving most of these features have been used before on other models. It’s what makes these Toyota’s old but reliable.

@longebane

2 жыл бұрын

Man, the only old school thing this is missing is a 6mt :/

@idcnetwerk9265

2 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely a Toyota 😂

That’s a good looking car and as a Lexus and IS fan. I’d buy this car.

@MikeLikesChannel

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty much looks like the ‘06 IS I drove 15 years ago, although that V8 is *sweet*

@wanyelewis9667

2 жыл бұрын

I wish they would do this to the GS... bring it back in F-sport form (not GSF) & stick this engine in it. Then offer the same engine in the LS 500....which would make it truly an LS 500.

@doughboy5858

2 жыл бұрын

@@MikeLikesChannel I mean it’s the same platform but this body is undoubtedly more modern & honestly one of the best looking cars rn. That light bar on the rear of the car looks insane when you see it in person

I agree with what he says about the transmission, my parents have a ‘15 GS350 that I drive from time to time. The tranny really limits its ability, it hangs gears a bit too long and the paddle shifting is more of a recommendation. I know they want to make their cars as smooth as possible but I would personally like speed and punch vs super smooth.

With all the auto Brands going electric and most taking the fun enthusiasts aspect out of these cars, I appreciate Lexus making this car! A naturally aspirated V8 shoved in a small car; that's my dream combo! And being a JDM fan, this is borderline tunerisqu and straight the dealer! Thank you Lexus! Come on Nissan/Infiniti, give us something stronger than the RS400! Thanks for the review!