Selling My 2008 Lexus IS F

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  • Опубліковано 1 лют 2025

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  • @Bdog0820
    @Bdog0820 Рік тому +33

    I totally understand... family comes first. You have a whole life ahead of you to get another ISF or any fun sports car. I'll be sticking around 100%. Really appreciate all of your IS videos. You definitely got me into Lexus/Toyotas hence why I currently daily my 2010 350 while I'm in college. It's a super fun, reliable affordable car. Once I'm sorted financially, I'll (hopefully) be looking for an ISF

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому +5

      Thanks for watcing. That's exactly my outlook, I've enjoyed the cars I've had but they don't define me and I'm not attached to them because they are just things at the end of the day, but man they are fun, lol. That is awesome! Great plan!

  • @gunitcruiser
    @gunitcruiser Рік тому +21

    Well that's unfortunate, was only here for the Lexus stuff. The other trucks haven't been enjoyable, for me that is, to watch as they aren't my thing. I do understand the family factor in this though, you got to do what you got to do. I'll keep a lookout for your vids with your brothers ISF but I guess that's it. Its been a good run and I appreciate all the vids you've done that have helped me, there's been a lot! I have Loved the Lexus content up to this point. keep up the good work man and good luck with your family and future endeavors. Much Love :)

  • @No.007_
    @No.007_ Рік тому +4

    My man I barely started watching you couple months ago but you're the reason I have my 2009 3IS and it's the most fun I have ever had in a car. Thank you for all the 3IS videos you made, family always comes first. Doing my first oil change with your video soon !

  • @Murtayafourfun
    @Murtayafourfun Рік тому +14

    Hey mate, as you know I’ve owned a 08 and 11 ISF I can honestly say the LSD isn’t really needed unless you track it or like to go sideways a lot, plus my 08 did a 4.42 0-60 on dragy and the 11 4.52. I found the 08 launched harder with the ELSD 08 suspension.
    I get why you are selling the F especially with the prices being so good and I admire your dedication to your family. I sold my 08 because I felt I wasn’t using it enough and it was a good chunk of money, i needed one car for fun and track which I have now.

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! Yes, they are such good and cool cars but it's a shame if you don't get to use them much. You have a great fun car now!

    • @gavinr9107
      @gavinr9107 Рік тому +1

      As someone who owns an 08 and knowing you owned an 11 too that is good to hear. I intending on completing all the bolt'on mods and absolutely no intention of installing an LSD as it will never see a track and I don't 'drift' it.

    • @Murtayafourfun
      @Murtayafourfun Рік тому +1

      @@gavinr9107 If I’m honest I preferred my 08 too, it felt quicker than my MY11 🤷🏼‍♂️

    • @pilot4910
      @pilot4910 Рік тому

      sooo would you suggest getting an 08 over an 11? im not taking my car to the track, just wanna upgrade from my is250 later on down the line@@Murtayafourfun

  • @vincestone5465
    @vincestone5465 Рік тому +6

    You did the isf well. Good luck brother. Looking forward to see what u got in store

  • @scribbles65
    @scribbles65 Рік тому +2

    I've been following for nearly 5 years and while I'm disappointed as a Lexus IS fan and owner, I do however completely understand. One has to sacrifice and do what's necessary for family. I will continue to watch your videos and I know somewhere down the road they'll be more Lexus content at some point. My #Dream also would be to sell my IS for an IS F or for an RC F. The 2UR-GSE is just a special, special engine. Good luck Marty, I wish you the best! Give us an update on when this sells...if not already.

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      Thanks for the support, all the way back when I had my first IS350 in 2018…time flies. I’ve had a great run with the Lexus IS second Gen moving to a few different models…but something has got to give. This economy is making it harder to afford things so gotta make the best decision for us now, since UA-cam is only a side hobby and is very hard to go full time and make a living.
      I sold the ISF to a mutual friend who is loving it!

  • @ppg19782
    @ppg19782 Рік тому +1

    Brother...you are a humble man...
    Much blessings 🙌

  • @is4life862
    @is4life862 Рік тому

    Sad to see it go. But this is life. You're making smart decisions for the family. I'm happy to see you hang in there with you tube. Lexus for Life! 💯

  • @BrandonSmith-sx2si
    @BrandonSmith-sx2si Рік тому +3

    Love ya Marty that's a grown man move family first keep the content brother lexus gang ready to see what the future holds

  • @JABADLEXUS-cm7mu
    @JABADLEXUS-cm7mu Рік тому +2

    Do what's best for you and your family bro...Family is everything!!! A car can always be bought @ anytime, but a family cant! You and the family stay blessed 🙏 and successful 🙏 God's protection 🙏

  • @newdaysamepains
    @newdaysamepains Рік тому +4

    Lol I was just thinking about buying an ISF and your video poped up right in time. Most is350s are going for 15k+ which is insane with just 5k more you might as well get an ISF.

    • @ashishpatel350
      @ashishpatel350 Рік тому +1

      Yeah

    • @jasonn4597
      @jasonn4597 Рік тому +2

      True but it was discontinued in 2014 sadly. I wish there was an IS F in the 3rd gen design though

    • @newdaysamepains
      @newdaysamepains Рік тому

      @@jasonn4597 I guess thats another reason why the 2nd gen is so marked up.

  • @kevingreen6313
    @kevingreen6313 Рік тому +3

    Love you F, I have a 2008 as well. Do the swift springs crash over hard bumps?

  • @EJ257IHI
    @EJ257IHI Рік тому +1

    Nice clean 2008 ISF, hopefully it goes to a good home.

  • @truonghthe
    @truonghthe Рік тому

    I heard you man, family come first. Especially you have a new baby, I am in the same boat but quite in the opposite. I been subbed to your channel since the beginning of the black IS350.
    I wanted a ISF since 2014 after a friend let me test drove his 09 silver, however do to the financial constrain at the time (my son just 3 years old at the time) and no house/ space of my own. Sport car become the last thing on priority list.
    Fast forward today, we are expecting the 2nd child and we are blessed by owning a house with low payment. Whatever bit I can afford to spend on "fun" goes toward my new car payment. The only ISF i wanted is MY 2011 and later but you know how pricing on those.
    I decided to skip the ISF and buy a 2016 GSF Matador Red Mica with 66k miles like 2 days ago, with I am being blessed now. I wish you have the better outcome than mine later in life.

  • @aawamone
    @aawamone Рік тому

    Blessing bro best of luck w your journey

  • @reshanselva3682
    @reshanselva3682 Рік тому +2

    Love the looks I get when people hear the F! She really is a sleeper 🔥

  • @hponce777
    @hponce777 Рік тому +1

    hola martin..im planning about having lower springs on my is250 for my yt channel is swift a good choice for an is250 awd??...nice work bro and good luck..

  • @mitch-meador
    @mitch-meador Рік тому

    Take care of your people! Good stuff.👏

  • @peterwong6756
    @peterwong6756 Рік тому +2

    Sucks you sold it. I enjoy all your videos as I learned alot from them. Gotta do what you have to do.

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      Yeah it was a fun car, but I have bigger goals than just a 15 year old Lexus 😅

  • @Trent_is2
    @Trent_is2 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful car man

  • @anthonyg1417
    @anthonyg1417 Рік тому

    Damn I’m here for the Lexus videos 🥺

  • @HammerdownMotorsportsUSA
    @HammerdownMotorsportsUSA Рік тому +1

    I didn’t even get a ride at least I drove the 9 month Camaro before the new owner well..,,,

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      Come drive it quick lol and me the Raptor

  • @Elireallytheone
    @Elireallytheone 11 місяців тому +1

    I wanna know how much these cost I luv how dis Lexus modified

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  11 місяців тому

      Usually around $22,000 for a cheaper/older high mileage one

  • @10kratz
    @10kratz Рік тому

    Where did you get the carbon fiber inlays?

  • @kaypolplasco
    @kaypolplasco Рік тому +1

    its so hard to find one now for a great price, i guess ill just stick with my 07 is250

  • @MrTherooster
    @MrTherooster Рік тому

    Where did you buy the front lip

  • @ethericdezigns1528
    @ethericdezigns1528 10 місяців тому

    I just don’t understand why anyone would sell this thing and not just hold onto it. It’s a classic at this point.

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  10 місяців тому +1

      There are a lot of high mileage 2008s out there, and in silver. It’s still rare but I always see them for sale. If it was a different color and lower mileage I would have considered it for the appreciation. Very fun car though!

    • @ethericdezigns1528
      @ethericdezigns1528 10 місяців тому

      @@LensOfMartin I see your point and it make sense to me, but wow, I was not expecting you to respond. I just want to say that I have been following you for so long and you are actually one of the main influencers that made me what they refer to as a “Lexus Fan Boy.” 😆
      I was actually shopping around for a 2012 IS350 and it was gone before I could get to it, so I ended up having to settle for a 2012 Honda Accord Coupe EXL. It’s been treating me right so I just hung onto it. However, I am considering getting into a V8 Lexus soon. I just don’t want to have to deal with a car payment.

  • @GreatEros
    @GreatEros 9 місяців тому

    Hey I’m looking to buy one I found this 2008 with 15k miles for like 49k wondering if I pull the trigger

  • @alexcastillo986
    @alexcastillo986 Рік тому

    Quick question: my is 350 has had the “check VSC” issue for a while now. I changed the gas cap, does anyone know what might be the cause/ fix to the issue.

  • @5.0_gap68
    @5.0_gap68 Рік тому +1

    Perfect 🥹♥️

  • @sdlausen1
    @sdlausen1 Рік тому

    Why would you trade away Advan RGIII wheels for stock wheels that are super common? The Advans in 19' are literally... no joke, impossible to find. Really confused about this trade.

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому +1

      I loved those wheels but they were used and changed colors like 3 times by the time I got them, and just don't sell for that much used... We figured out a fair trade+cash deal since I knew I was going to be selling this car, and people like to see them "stock" looking.

  • @a1234ddf
    @a1234ddf Рік тому +1

    The car is sold already?

  • @jonathanjude8647
    @jonathanjude8647 Рік тому

    what phone holder are you using? can you please link it, cheers

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      amzn.to/43RbNWF Just this one! Stuck it on the passenger air bag light.

  • @cjzeppy
    @cjzeppy Рік тому +1

    Hurry up and get your garage space finished so these people have more video content! 😂

  • @MrDimapol
    @MrDimapol Рік тому +1

    buy a cheap is300 and swap there 2jz will be fun to watch and a really fun car to own

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому +1

      I do love those! My friend @poormanmods has a V8 swapped one

    • @jasonn4597
      @jasonn4597 Рік тому

      @MrDimapol is it a 4.0 V8 swap?

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      @@jasonn4597 yup!

  • @lesgreen6464
    @lesgreen6464 Рік тому

    Did you remove the Lexus badge on the trunk?

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому +1

      On the left side, yes

    • @lesgreen6464
      @lesgreen6464 Рік тому

      @@LensOfMartin nice. I thought there were alignment holes but maybe you filled them in?

  • @jhype876
    @jhype876 Рік тому +1

    Respect your decision..... family first

  • @blu_is500
    @blu_is500 Рік тому

    ::sigh:: Dude...ya kill'n me. 😀 This is like the 3rd time I've had to say: "Nnnnoooooo!!!" LOL! I understand the family stuff, that's the most important, we're just a bunch of idgits who don't pay your bills, but like to watch your builds and driving shenanigans. ;-) Keep On, Keep'n On....the next chapter awaits. 💙 Thanks for posting!

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому +1

      Haha - thanks for watching. I am sure another door will open up and I'll get more creative with content!

  • @Yungdaggerwewe
    @Yungdaggerwewe Рік тому

    How much will the ISF be going for?

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      Was listed for 22,500 and is sold as of now!

    • @ballzzinyourmouth8
      @ballzzinyourmouth8 Рік тому

      ​@@LensOfMartin dang people sell them for like 30k

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      @@ballzzinyourmouth8 Yeah probably newer ones with less miles. 19-22k is the going rate now for an 08 with 150k on it

    • @jaredshepherd5556
      @jaredshepherd5556 18 днів тому

      I just bought an 08 ISF, with 99k miles. Very clean with RR racing intake, headers, circuit werks exhaust and tune. It’s a beast. I paid 20k for mine. Couldn’t pass it up for that price

  • @BLacknesmonstaz
    @BLacknesmonstaz Рік тому +1

    I wish i could rock an IS F, I believe it's the best made gen IS, then I had the next gen IS and it dropped in quality. And i 6'3 just couldn't fit with family,,, nope too small for me.

  • @TenDjWick
    @TenDjWick Рік тому +1

    Can I buy the isf

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      Sorry I've sold it by the time I posted this! New owner video coming soon

  • @socrittylove
    @socrittylove Рік тому

    Marty if you still have the car let’s do business I want one bro

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      Sorry man I sold it by the time the video came out!

  • @kg888
    @kg888 Рік тому +1

    I dont get it. Didnt you sold the 350 because of family. After months later you bought a ISF. I was confused why. Now it happened again. 😂

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      Yes needed the money for other house stuff at the time, and that worked out nicely.
      Then got a loan on the ISF because it was a great deal from my brother, which is the only reason I got it. Enjoyed it for a season but now it’s time to pay that debt off and get ready for the next big steps! It’s all part of a bigger picture. I don’t need to keep cars forever.

  • @chrismora9857
    @chrismora9857 Рік тому

    Nooooooo I’m sad I was literally watching your whole channel bc of the ISF

  • @colby3333
    @colby3333 Рік тому

    You gonna buy something else?

  • @longdongsilver5592
    @longdongsilver5592 Рік тому

    Booooo

  • @unclelive6918
    @unclelive6918 Рік тому

    Overrated car

  • @pd5041
    @pd5041 Рік тому

    Does this have any torque like the C63? debating between the both

    • @gavinr9107
      @gavinr9107 Рік тому +1

      The ISF is more 'peaky' power delivery however it is effortless to drive. Depends on how long you depend on keeping both. The 2UR engine in the ISF is much more durable. The C63 you need to be mindful of in no particular order - Corroded head bolts, worn camshafts and lifters, cracked intake manifold, injector failure and worn camshaft adjusters.

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому

      It's good torque, but NA V8 power so not the instant torque feel unless in lower gears - the c63 "feels" quicker because of the turbo and v8. But of course the Lexus will be more reliable and last longer, IMO.

  • @dirtomega
    @dirtomega Рік тому

    Hey Marty, what’s the hp on your brother’s supercharged ISF??

    • @LensOfMartin
      @LensOfMartin  Рік тому +1

      Hey - it’s about 650whp but we want to dyno it to see

  • @wheresedgar
    @wheresedgar Рік тому +2

    Well, time to unsubscribe 🥲

    • @georgesoto7839
      @georgesoto7839 Рік тому +1

      😂🤣😂🤣😂 that’s a good one!