CHEAP Bluetooth Solution (AUX) - Lexus IS 250, IS 350, IS F
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- Опубліковано 18 жов 2018
- In this episode, I talk about the best bluetooth adapter solution to listen to music in the 2nd generation Lexus IS.
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just got mine in the mail. picking up a 2006 is350 tomorrow!!!
you’ve inspired me to get a Lexus!
Great choice best car on the road love mine the only problems I have with the 2009 IS 250 awd is the alternator and battery word to the wise if you ever have an alternator problem buy a brand new factory don't try to go to auto zone and buy a cheaper model it does not work you will replace it within 1 year and by a good battery 1 time instead of a 100 times
@@jeremy87turbo87 Great advice
@@jeremy87turbo87 Don't forget autozone offers lifetime warranty however!
@@davidhuynh1 you're absolutely right but I've changed it out three times in three years that gets a little bit annoying I rather just pay 200 extra dollars to get 10 years
Just bought a 2009 IS 350. Was wondering about the Bluetooth. This is the solution. Thanks bud. Good vid 🙌🏽
You should tuck that chord in the seam on the left of the console or right if possible so you don't see the wire, if that wire will fit
I literally own an IS250 and was trying to find a review on this device and stumbled upon this. This video was made for me hahah
My first car will be a 2008 lexus is 350 and I was really worried about audio thank you so much!!!
Good to see an upload from you man 👍 just bought a 350 my self cant wait to see more videos🙏🙏🙏
OSxMinato Thanks for following! I have a bunch of older videos on the IS350 and more coming!
Got an 07' SGM IS350 was finally tired of using an aux cable. This really cleans up the clutter around my arm rest. Love what you're doing on the channel and looking forward to seeing what else I might be inspired to add to my IS.
Glad to hear it! Thanks for that
@@MartyMotoring You're very welcome!
Dude seriously thanks for this video !
Im loving mine so far thanks man
Dude thanks so much bro I'm going to buy this immediately for my is250!!
I bought my 350 3 years ago and have been looking at options ever since. I'm in NZ so things become a little harder to come by and I hadn't found anything worthwhile here. Looked into expensive options like modding the whole stereo to get into it etc but really wasn't viable. I came across this video a couple of weeks ago and instantly bought it. It arrived today and what a difference! Louder than aux cord, better quality than aux cord, so much easier than aux cord. Thanks so much for making this video!
It's absolutely the most solid and reliable (and inexpensive) stereo add-on I've ever used and glad to hear that it helped another person out!
Can you provide a link
I am in nz aswell can you please provide link of the device ? by the way nice video @Marty motoring
I recently installed the Pure Bluetooth kit by GTA Car Kits. Installation was straight forward and even though it costs $150 for my 2006 Lexus IS350, it was definitely worth it. I can use the steering wheel's controls to adjust volume and change tracks, it doesn't use any power/AUX connections, and I can use the supplied microphone for calls/Siri. The only drawbacks is that sometimes my phone (iPhone XS) doesn't list it as a "playable audio source" even though it's connected. Fixes after turning bluetooth off then on. Definitely check it out if you're looking for an alternative.
I didn't even know about that! Sounds pretty awesome if people have a bigger budget.
I’m buying this for my ‘07 is250 thanks for the help!
Dude you saved me $500+ on a new stereo! My music through aux cable was terrible. Not sure how this thing made my music sound better even though its still plugged through the aux input but it seriously sounds factory and 10000xs better than the aux cable
I’m so glad to hear that man! It really does sound great and is clear and digital 😎
I bought it for my 2nd gen. is250 an it works great.
You are awesome. That help my old Lexus
I finally Picked up one of these! Absolutely Happy with it! The Bluetooth works Awesome with my Samsung Galaxy 20S ultra and my Note8! Thank you Marty! 5 hot Chilly peppers 👍
Great to hear!
And what about the buttons in the steering wheel, is it useless when this adapter is connected?
Man just what I been looking for! Got an 08 IS350 and was about to drop $$$ on Android/CarPlay head unit.
I have the ML system and hated to have to replace it.
Needed this product exactly, thanks
Would I be able to answer calls and stuff if my phone is paired to both the device and my car? And on the car control screen can you pause and skip, or only on the device? Thank you so much
This is awesome! Thanks for sharing. I own a 2007 IS 250.
Did you have any trouble picking up the aux signal at first? I have a 07 is250 awd and for some reason my head unit won't pick up the cord, but the bluetooth works fine. Used a normal aux cord/iphone adapter before and after I tried and it worked. Pretty confusing lol
Hey sir I just got mine and it works great thank you very much for that info
Thank you bruh! Really helpful!
I bought that bluetooth adapter when i saw it in the other vid and the quality and sound are awesome. Turn on and off with your car so you don'thave to worry about battery or anything.... planning to get another one just in case
Odiish Lexis06 awesome! Glad it works. There is a warranty if you ever have issues :)
Ive got an 07 is250 just ordered one of these when I saw it in your other video! So sick of plugging in my aug every time i get in
Thanks much for this information!
Hey, did you find that the music through the Bluetooth adaptor is at lower volume compared to the cd in the system? I'm trying to work out of it's the adapted or the filter for noise removal.
Thanks for the advice dude awesome
As much as I am digging all your is350 vids I would love to see something on your music list. I've been liking the music I'm hearing and wanting to know who it is😁 thanks. Great car and great channel btw. Was really considering Acura TL but you've changed my mind. I've been a die hard Toyota/Lexus buyer for many years anyway. Liking that boy Pablo
That's awesome! Haha. I will have to compile a list. I get most of the stuff from the UA-cam Audio Library. Cxdy and Silent Partner have some good tunes! The NCS channel has some good electronic stuff too!
boy pablo is great and was just on my Spotify history for this video.
Can't go wrong with Toyota or Lexus! I see you have an LC?
@@MartyMotoring98 lx470 and 99 Tacoma
335k and 261k. Thinking about giving the 470 a refreshed interior and power steering pump and let it be my son's first car
How do you find the mic quality for hands free calling? Especially as its mounted down low? (Assuming you dont switch to the lexus built in bluetooth for every call). Cheers
Just got mine in the mail! I have a 2007 is250 AWD and the bluetooth pairs with my phone perfectly but I'm having trouble getting it to pick up the AUX frequency in the center console, but when I swap to my old cord it works again. Is a 2007 not a 3.5 mm jack? Thanks!
Hey Marty great video, whats the name of the blue tooth device and will it work for a 07 lexus 350?
freaking awesome thanks!!!!
I’m a little late to this video but does the Jack fit in the normal aux port or did you have to get an adapter i noticed all the cords i tried to plug in with mine don’t fit the aux port in the center console. Hope to get an answer
Hey Martin! I just got an 07 is350 myself. There is an audio hiss in the aux mode WITHOUT this adapter. I haven't bought it yet but am about to and wondering if the filter that comes with it eliminates the hiss?
does it reduce the factory bass? I have my bass up to 5 which is the max on my 2010 IS
I believe this should work on my 2009 Lexus es350
Put the link for the type of wrap you used!
JUST GOT ! WORKS SO DAMN GOOOD. BUY ITTTTTTT ... THANKS SOOO MUCHHH DUDEEEEEEE 💕
Can I ask you what year your IS250 is?? I have a 2007 and the bluetooth on mine works very well but when I hit the aux input button to start hearing my music nothing happens and it stays on the radio.
Levi Wright i have a 2008, not sure why yours is doing that.
my 2011 gs has factory music bt and USB. Thinking of getting the GROM android unit. They want over $300 to update maps, it is not such a bad deal at 550, maybe I'll wait for the price to drop.
Is the call volume suppose to be low for the adapter ? I'm having that problem
I know this is weird but today I turned my Lexus 350 on and noticed my phone audio was being ported to my stereo. Then after few minutes my HDD kicked int and played music.
Now why did it allow my phones audio to car. And more importantly its possible to enabled natively anyelse have the same experience
I have a IS250 and with the noise isolator the music quality is unbearable can’t even hear the lyrics but without it sounds fine but can here kind of a buzzing noise any suggestions??
Definitely will be considering this I am using tunai Firefly right now. I love how small it is. But I am having problems with it connecting automatically. Id say it connects about half the time in it's own and the other half I have to go into my phone and tell it to connect. Does this connect 100% of the time for you?
I did look at that too! Hm. This always connects for me, I haven't had any issues like previous adapters I used!
Can you use the aux port without the power adapter because mine has burnt out it was working for a while but now it doesn't work 😣 I just have a Bluetooth from eBay that plugs in the port not the power adapter but it just shat itself
My problem is that the aux works just fine but its just not loud enough, does this adapter help make the speakers become louder
Ik this is late but I was wondering if every 2is came stock with mark levinson? You said you have it but I don’t see the “Mark Levinson” logo where it usually is.
Great video
I want to get one for my 350 damn ✌️thanks
My touchscreen in my Lexus got turned off and I can’t use it. Does this still work without using the screen?
Hey marty, that black wrap you have on the center consoul. How? And did you also do the doors. That fake woodgrain look i have just doesn't do it.
It is a brushed aluminum vinyl wrap from VVivid Vinyl! Just applied it on to the center dash and doors
My bluetooth adapter rn is pretty bad having to turn it on every time. definitely gonna look into this one
That’s what I kept running into until I found this, no issues since!
That one is really nice with the buttons but I found one on amazon that has a cleaner (without buttons) look I might try
what should i do if my car does not have aux?
its 2006 lexus rx
anyone know how to fix the issue of the audio sometimes being choppy? I need to reset it every day in order for it to sound good. and then the issue keeps happening
Does anybody know if the brand new 1 5.0 cordless 1 works or not
Which rims do you have on your car ?
Just started watching your videos again, didn't realize you lived in PA! Where at if you don't mind me asking
Yup good old PA! The capital - Harrisburg!
boy pablo!!! and the car im getting
Finally someone knows about boy pablo! Thanks!
Hi, where did you get those American flag decals?
I am having trouble with my aux. I cant seem to find the screen like you had there when you hit audio and when I scroll through mode it only goes through AM for FM2 and back to AM any idea how I can get the aux to work
Disc-aux next to FM button
Parts I use:
-Bluetooth adapter (Besign BK01): amzn.to/2x9Uhy4
-Megan Racing Strut Tower Brace: amzn.to/2FgWkb7
-H&R Springs for IS250/350: amzn.to/2J5BiJJ
-VIPMotoz Headlights: amzn.to/2Jpkqis
-VLAND tail lights: amzn.to/2NTkQ0V
-MagicDrift Sideskirts: amzn.to/2FaJNCG
Full Lexus Mod List: martymotoring.com/modlist
How much as the F sport exhaust worth
Just picked up mine for my is250, just wondering if you left your center console slightly open for the adapter wire in your car or if you just closed it all the way? Cheers
Nice! There is enough space on the very sides where the wire actually fit though with the console closed, so I didn’t have to leave it open.
But does it have an annoying humming noise when it connected to the power??
Love your videos! Just wondering if you’re able to change songs with the buttons on your steering wheel with this Bluetooth adapter?
Thanks! Unfortunately not, since this work through the AUX jack. The solutions that can do that are about $150-300. For this $25 one, you can change the song via the buttons on it, or from the phone.
This Bluetooth is very good but I keep getting a short glitch every so often and also do you keep hearing a beep after you do anything on your phone and is their a way to turn it off 😂
Hello! Just wondering if your Auxiliary plug hits the center console piece? I’ve tried to use multiple Auxiliary cords in the IS250, and they seem to bend and break over time after the plug rests on the center console piece. *the plug of the aux jack, not the wire itself*
The wire is thinner and plug is short on this aux end, so I want to say no but I can double check. I haven’t had any issues in almost 2 years.
Marty Motoring ordered mine last night any ways haha. Can’t wait to install it tonight!! Thanks for the awesome review!
I’ve got the same one in my is250, came with the car.
Hi Marty, thanks for the great video, I have purchased one for my 2010 Lexus gs 350. I have a question about your centre consol covering, is that standard, or is it a wrap or something like that?
It’s a brushed aluminum wrap from Vvivid Vinyl
@@MartyMotoring did you put it on yourself? Do you have a link please?
Hey Marty, got my 2010 Lexus a couple of days ago and put the Bluetooth kit in, works perfectly.
Got a question, can you pair more than one device at a time? If so how do you do that?
And what about the buttons in the steering wheel, is it useless when this adapter is connected?
@@eliealsayegh7542 that's right, the steering wheel buttons have no control over the adapter
You should try GROM VLine. It really transforms this car with apple CarPlay and Android auto through the factory screen.
Definitely a cool option if you want to spend more than $25
Mint im thinking of getting one soon. How do u like the power of v6? And hows the fuel mileage ?
Well the 250 also has a V6, put isn’t as powerful. I love the high compression V6 on this 350. 306hp and 277 torque. Gets up and goes. Gearing is decent. Gas mileage is about 21-25 for me
i need help with my is250
Was the carbon fiber look dash stock or did you modify the "wood" dash pieces?
It’s just an aluminum vinyl wrap 😎
Marty ,I've recently bought an IS350 Convertible and have been looking for (pictures) on the internet for custom convertibles slammed,stances and what not. Can't find em, is there a reason why not or is it that you just can't slam them on aggressive fitting wheels. Help me out here please...
I think they just aren’t as common and no one has done it. Maybe the suspension is different but it can’t be that different
@@MartyMotoring I wonder if the drop top mechanics make it alot heavier than the IS350 sedan? I don't know but thanks dude. Btw, your ride is fucken sick dude. Pardon the French bro
Hey man, where did you get the center console layout or is that original?
I guess you mean the vinyl? It’s Brushed Aluminum from VVivid Vinyl! Just wrapped it for a custom look.
@@MartyMotoring Can you send me a link, i've bought one and it came with some metallic sparkers on it, i like the way yours is
Omfg i fucking love you man.... i think I already bought most Bluetooth aux crap in amazon....this thing is way way by far the best i use.....
Is there is any way to mirror your phone on display ? just in case you want to use other navigation app ?
I don’t think that exists in anything other than the GROM Vline
Does it make signal noises???
I have a is250 2006, think this will work fine with it?? So far I’ve only seen ppl with 2007+
Yup it’ll work as long as you have Aux!
just got one
Gotta snag those wheels! Brand? Size? Offset? They set the car off perfect!
Thanks! OptionLab R716 18x8.5 front, 18x9.5 rear with 35 offset for both
What part of PA are you in? I'm in the lehigh valley area
Nice! I’m in York area
does this work with the trim with no navigation?
Yup! Uses Aux
I haven’t seen anybody review the speakers in this car? Are they any good? I’m looking to buy.
Better than anything I’ve had previously! Sounds good
What if the aux port doesn’t work?
Will this work with Lx 470? nice video bro.
I don’t see why it wouldn’t work!
09 is250 and mine doesnt detect it on aux(cant switch to aux) isnt my aux port since it works with other aux cables
Me too it cant detect% i do have a 2007 but non gps. I tried using the aux cables tru blutooth but it wont connect me with the aux botton. Been pressing it but nothing happens, when i tried mode botton it just go to am/fm back and fort. Please help
Fuckin fantastic taste in music! I hope my profile pic is familiar to you :D i just got this car awd 250 on the 17th 😊😊 I’m so frickin happyyy
how is the sound system in the lexus is 350?
Its sick bro it has pretty good bass and each door has 3 speakers low mids nd highs
It sounds great! Clear and accurate, and good response. One of the best car systems I’ve heard factory
sweet
Can you have it to turn on automatically when you turn car on ?
Yup, it turns on automatically with the car (and off) by default.
@@MartyMotoring awesome, thank you!
3 questions....
1. What bumper is that
2. Whst brand headlights are those
3. What year model is this lexus
It is the stock bumper with a lip and mesh grille!
They are VIPMotoz brand from Amazon or eBay.
This is a 2007 Lexus IS350, with an aux jack.
@@MartyMotoring awesome man, thank you. And do you get good gas Mileage for this? I'm serious about buying this during tax season
Mine has a static sound to it any idea how to get rid of it please reply
BESIGN Ground Loop Noise Isolator for Car Audio/Home Stereo System with 3.5mm Audio Cable a.co/d/6yHpgHX
That takes away all static noise
Hey Marty, just wondering if you've found any newer bluetooth options that are better than this one? Just asking since this is now 15 months old and we all know how fast technology changes. Are you still using this???
I haven’t looked since this one has been so solid and works great. I think they released an updated version but I just kept using the same one.
Marty Motoring gotcha. Well thanks for the reply!
I’m a new ‘06 IS 350 owner as of this last weekend, and your vids have been great. Gonna buy it today from your recommendation. Love the videos!
@@MartyMotoring Do you have a video or links for the center console wrap/covering that you installed? I have the wood in mine and would love to get what you have. Looks so much better! Thx!
Is the quality decrease noticeable?
Nope - very crisp and clear
Can I in my lexus gs300 2006?
I have the same car and i also want to know 😆
Could I still answer phone calls using the steering wheel control or must use the control on the Bluetooth attachment?
Good question. I would love to know this as well. Can we use the IS Bluetooth for phone calls and just use the BK01 Bluetooth/AUX for music only (using iPhone 7 Plus)? Great video BTW and really helpful. Thanks.
I have an is250 and i got one of these and the sound quality is so bad i instantlyreturned it
I really don't think you have Mark Levinson based on your unit's faceplate. Can you play DVD?
Hm, never tried to play a DVD. I have a sub, tweeters and a bunch of speakers. It would be strange to not have ML in a fully loaded model but you could be right lol
@@MartyMotoring if its not a ML then its a Pioneer system if Im correct which is awesome aswel :)
Gonna try this one out, I gues you cannot use the steering wheel skip buttons with this? Grtz
@@MartyMotoring That is the ML system. Not Pioneer. I have an 08, same set up. It is, infact, ML. The ML in 07 and 08 does not play regular DVD's, however, the navigation is DVD based. So techinically, it can read DVD's, but not PLAY them on the screen. Different coding.
How come everyone is saying they can’t connect bluetooth music in their is250/350? I have a 2010 is350 and I connected bluetooth and listen to music perfectly fine without an aux. idk if the older generation don’t have that😅
2006-2009 do not have bluetooth for streaming music, it's an older protocol for phone calls only. 2010+ has it
Does this work with Android's?
Yup! Anything with Bluetooth