2008 Lexus IS F Consumer Reviews

Staggering

Written by: Dennis on 11/12/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

I have a Mercedes C32 AMG and CLK500 but the ISF is so good I can see myself selling off the Mercedes. The ride is a bit firm for rougher chip roads (which we have a lot of here in New Zealand) but the electronics are faultless, the bellow of the car great and it does all that I hoped it would do - I am a Lexus convert!

Favorite Features

Sound, stereo, it's go-go-go.

Suggested Improvements

Adjustable suspension please.

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M3 and C63

Written by: s.park on 11/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

I had 2 M3s and 1 C55 and I did test drive all new M3, C63, and IS-F. I bought this car b/c never had super sedan from Toyota (also I had modified supra). Advantage - ownership cost cheaper, better reliability, better fuel economy than M3 and C63. Disadvantage - resale value lower than M3 (not C63) even though "exclusive IS-F", M3 and C63 are more fun to drive, better build quality, and better handling than IS-F. No manual trans vs. M3 (not C63), slower than M3 and C63 (not much diff. but still)

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

MANUAL TRANSMISSION!!

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Thank you, Lexus!

Written by: Nightspore68 on 10/22/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

I was going to settle for a 335 coupe and out of desperation for a more exciting ride I test drove the M3, but I, too, was very disappointed with it. I actually preferred the 335. Not sure I wanted to spend 50k on a car I didn't love I consulted a friend who suggested the new Lexus. My wife had been trying to get me to look at Lexuses, but they're not exactly renowned drivers' cars. Anyway I drove the IS350 (which I liked a lot) then the IS-F. I bought the IS-F on the spot. What a great car! The torque, the engine sound, even the automatic transmission was great (in manual mode it can shift really fast). The Mark Levinson stereo is light years beyond anything I've ever heard from Bose.

Favorite Features

Mark Levinson stereo, Sport mode, 27 mpg on interstate, torque

Suggested Improvements

Ventilated seats, coupe version, HD radio, multi-disc shuffle, HDCD decoding, manual transmission option, more accurate navigation software, real quad exhaust, white paint option.

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2008 IS F Review

Written by: LexusISF_Rocks on 09/25/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

I had a 2005 Corvette with the Z51 package, and I loved the torque. However, I had it for 3 years, and I needed a change. Test drove a 2008 BMW M3 with the new 4.0, and it was a dog. I was very disappointed, as I really wanted to get it. It is not designed for folks that like torque. The Lexus has more torque and is much more fun to drive, especially when the 2nd intake opens up, and you can hear it, very nice. It sounded nicer than my Corvette ever did. The fit and finish are 1st class. The 8-speed Direct Shift automatic is a blast. The brakes are Brembo's, and are top- notch. Handling matches the Corvette. Road and Track states that it beats the Corvette in a number of areas. Awesome!!

Favorite Features

When I start it up, it roars to life! The Direct Shift automatic is a blast to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Selectable shock/spring rates would be nice for days where I don't need as much 'sport.'

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great car!!!

Written by: EURIEBABY on 09/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

I didn't expect to get 16 mpg on the street on this kind of sports car, but I am getting that. great handling, cornering and braking. This IS-F is just breath-taking. When that mid range intake kicks in, it is monster. Very comfortable seats.

Favorite Features

Mid range intake kicks in like turbo.

Suggested Improvements

Lexus should put ventilated front seats in front.

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2008 Lexus IS F

Written by: redline78 on 08/20/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

Lexus built IS-F to compete with BMW M3. This car is supposed to go fast and have good handling at high speed. If people want softer ride and slower car, that is what IS250 for. I say go fast or go home! :P My previous car was IS350 and I sold it to get IS-F. I love my IS350 and I love IS-F more. Faster car, very nice muscular/louder engine, 19" gunmetal wheels made by BBS and brakes by Brembos... this car hits the mark in my book. I was going to buy the new M3 but I bought this one instead. This car go so fast so quick you don't notice you are going fast until you look down on speedo. :x

Favorite Features

Exterior styling, 19" OEM wheels, Brembo brakes

Suggested Improvements

make this car faster! :P

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The Best

Written by: Ferdi on 08/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

Wanting to buy the M3, but ended up buying the blue exterior and white interior ISF. No regret, this car is super fast at the same time super comfortable. I love this sport sound when you step on the accelerator. This car is totally different from my 08 LS 460. 2 years free maintenance, free car wash forever, free detail every year, reliability plus excellent customer service what more can I ask.

Favorite Features

416 HP, gurgling sound on acceleration. Mark Levinson/ navi/ backup camera. Super nice 2 tone white/black interior, and exclusive to ISF ultrasonic Blue exterior.

Suggested Improvements

As I thought about this long time ago, even with IS 250/350, this car would have been perfect if Lexus added at least 2-3 inches in rear legroom. Head room is ok.

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Sports car of my dreams

Written by: BILL BOULWARE on 06/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

I have been buying Lexus cars for the last 15 years and they have always provided luxury, comfort, reliability and safety. Now they have all the above plus speed and fun. The IS-F provides great acceleration, agility and high speed with great control and safety. The top speed is over 185, but limited to 168 by a governor. The 0-60 time was 4.2 seconds but Lexus advertises 4.6 sec. Overall this is a great sports car that also feels good just with every day driving.

Favorite Features

The interior, automatic transmission with paddles if you want to shift yourself, the navigation package with bluetooth and Mark Levinson stereo/rear back-up camera is a great option.The 416 hp 371 lb-ft of torque,5.0 liter 32 valve V8 engine 8 speed sport transmission.

Suggested Improvements

The same car with AWD and maybe a coupe style

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Outstanding car!

Written by: Outstanding car!!! on 06/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

This is a great car by Lexus! The sound of that V8 is outstanding people all over are looking at the car like what is that most people never heard of it! This is the most fun I have had in a car I almost feel like I'm on my motorcycle... lol. Great sound system, crisp sound, still reading the books that came with it. The car has so much on it! The car is fast plus it has a nice ride.

Favorite Features

Everything.

Suggested Improvements

Change where the M mode display on the dash and make it light up better so you can see it when going fast! Like a red color so it can stand out. You don't want to look down when you are doing over 100.

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Underrated by the "experts" and wrong

Written by: IS_F guy on 06/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus IS F 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)

Review

3 months ago I decided it was time to consider a luxury sport car. My priorities are performance, technology and gadgets tied with reliability. The IS F: radical looks very much distinguishing itself as "this ain't your Mom's Lexus". Much better ergonomics, beefier engine and of course Lexus reliability. Done.

Favorite Features

8 speed error reducing lightning fast, paddle shifting, launches. Aggressive exterior styling. Very audibly noticable robust 5.0 liter engine that screams once above 3600 RPM.

Suggested Improvements

An adjustable suspension would be nice. But that's not a major shortfall. If you don't want a taut suspension you're probably looking at the wrong car anyway.

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