2007 Lexus IS350 Review - Best Used Luxury Car for under $10,000 

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2006 Lexus is350 180k plus still going strong Toyota reliability is insane 💪🏻👍🏻

I have a 2007 Is350 w/80k miles!!! I bought it brand new, still looks brand new!. I LOVE IT!!! I have taken very good care of it. Best car I've ever had♡

I’ve gotten 0-60 in 4.7 stock on my 06 model. 06-08 has the best gearing and with the pedal dance you can get those times, tires and weather also play a role

I thought my phone was about to ring in the beginning since I have the Tokyo drift ring tone

It's not easy to find one under 10k unless it has 100k plus miles on it.

Good review. But I'm 6'4" and this car is not great for sleeping.

Couldn’t agree more. Loved my 350 so much I just bought an ISF and am driving it back home to AZ now!

This video 5 years But I find it very helpful and better than these days reviews! Amazing work man!

bought an 09 iS350 for $15k with 28k miles on the odo.

I grew up in a time when 0-60 under 10 seconds was very impressive and much discussed. No ABS brakes back then either. Seat belt optional, lol. Really miss those days to be honest.

God these cars have aged extremely well. I still kind of want one every time I see one. Has always been one of my top 20 or maybe even my top 10 favorite cars of all time. I did buy a used 3rd gen 2017 IS200t F-Sport a few years back instead of a 2nd gen cause of the newer tech & also felt roomier both head & legroom than the 2nd gens (I'm 6ft). Love that V6 engine that Lexus is still using today as I have that engine in my current 2016 GS350 F-Sport & has an almost V8 like sound when you really rev it!

Yes, I'm looking for one now. They're getting rare, and the prices haven't gone down that much from 5 years ago when this video was made. I'm sold, now I just have to find one! Thanks for the great review.

Just picked up a Low low mileage 2008 red identical model.... I"M STOKED !!!!

Good show! I've been a Mercedes/BMW guy most of my life but mainly because I started working on them since I was 17. I'm 67 now and still working on them like a fool. So now I need to stop all of this labor but still want something special and reliable. So I'm just catching on to the Lexus phenomenon. Let's face it , it seems like the Japanese cars are the most reliable and given my age I need something like that. I've heard that these Lexus' can get up to 500,000 miles on an engine! Looks like they have the best of both worlds, Quality and comfort and speed. I haven't found anything that can beat BMW handling. You didn't really mention anything about the handling especially around curves. Would be interested to what you might have discovered. Thanks FF

Some false info in this video... The IS350 had an electronic power steering rack from day 1. (2006+). It was one of the biggest "sports car" criticisms of the car relative to BMW at the time. it was not hydraulic as the video suggests.

I just purchased an MY13 IS 350 Sports Luxury here in Australia (last of this shape). I purchased it interstate so I'm waiting for it to arrive on a truck in a weeks time. My good friend lives in the state it was in and he's 30 years+ in the car industry, so I was lucky he and a colleague gave it a going over after I placed a deposit. It has 87,000 km or about 54,000 miles so I know it's considered a 'baby' by Lexus standards. I'm watching a tonne of videos on the IS 350 atm, even though I know it's a great car and this was a really good honest video which really confirms what I already know. What's assuring is that if an IS with twice the mileage as the car I bought is still so rock solid, then that's great. This is my first Lexus after years of Nissan Maximas, & Honda Accords which are all great cars, but it was time for the real deal!

I don't have the is250 but I do drive the 2007 is250 with 139,000 for $7,250 Pearl White runs great. This car caught my eye on the internet for 3 weeks, so I final went down too see it in person. I wasn't disappointed at the appearance, I'm still getting too know what this car is capable of, it's just a ride around Town car for me. The only thing I replaced were 4 struts because 2 were bad no problem. I wish I could show you the picture of this car, that I have gave a upgrade face lift. I've added accessories that has made this car look newer.

Under 10k? Not anymore haha I guess people have caught on these are starting to appreciate!

Great video! Like you said, these cars are harder to find. When I was IS shopping, 5 of these escaped from under my feet (sold before I could get to seller/dealer) before I found my current one.

I just bid and won on a 2006 IS350 w/ 140k miles for about 8.5k out the door (registration taxes included). This is without a doubt the best car I've ever driven for that cost. It's my daily currently. Extremely comfortable, stylish, and has enough power to get around town. Absolutely in love with this purchase

It’s real wood

I do a lot of videos on my 2007 IS350 - definitely a fun car with potential. Best bang for your buck when combining reliable with some power and luxury for under 10k!

Great review, please do more pre-owned cars. A lot more people are buying second hand due to cost and depreciation. This car is a great value.

Actually some magazine tested this car and got a faster time from 0-60 like in 4.9s which is pretty quick for a car that came out in 2006. Even by today standard.

My favorite Lex will always be the GS300 but that IS350 is definitely a sleeper. Did you notice understeer on sharp turns?

Awesome Review! hard to find a good Review on this car. Thank you

Wow, that's a dirty engine bay. I hope it's a lot cleaner now.

I recommend picking one up w out navigation, it’s pointless and outdated and controls the AC temp ... $1,200 to replace. I got one with out but they put the 14 speaker mark levinsten system that sound sick AF STILL.

Haul the family around? I haul myself around.

I have an is 250 since 2008, just keeps on going, decent daily

I am switching to Lexus!

It’s fun how he says go instead of going to or gonna or even gon

Picked up a car almost exactly like this 1 here, plus the XPackage. I love it so far, tho the 3 bads or quarks, 1-the back seats dont fold, 2-stearing feels a bit notchy at freeway speeds, 3-not the best car for aftermarket options. Other than those, its a sweet car : )

I have this car and I love the sticky dash.

Thanks for this vid. Buying a 2007 IS350 tomorrow with 49K miles on it.

Such a great review man

just picked up one of these with 120k miles on the clock for $7000ish US,.. liking it so far

Great review! I am looking for one currently...wish me luck😉

you’re right a traditional shifter will last forever

dream first car. im getting this thing man. i have too.

Bro why dont you take better care of your car, that engine bay is shameful!

Thanks for making this video, I will not make the mistake of buying an IS250, as they are far too slow for me. My last car had 490whp. IS350 all the way, just have to find one first. They seem to be far more scarce than the IS250.

I brought my 2011 is350 f sports for $12,5k with 116,700 miles clean title. Idk if it was worth compare to other. Let me know

I'm bout to hit 150k on my 08 is350 besides general maintenance and an alternator it's been amazing to me , I have a few bolt ons and can pull on 80% of cars on the road

I enjoy your reviews!

Turn on the ECT and accelerate

Been searching for one here in Australia. You are right, they're hard to find. Covid19 has only made things more difficult being in a locked-down state and being unable to fly to other states to check the cars out.

It’s not hydraulic steering, it’s electric. I found this out when my alternator starting dying on me and the steering became difficult.

5yrs later, this car still goes for a smooth 10k asking price. 2024.

IS and GS are beauties

great review. you just got a new subscriber. You deserve more subscriptions and those will come.

Yo compré un is 250 V6 2007 con 82 millas en 5000 mil dólares el muchacho que me lo vendió estaba muy necesitado de dinero 💵 y aproveché esta gran compra los busqué en car gurús y con ese millaje están arriba de los 15 mil grandes en verdad me encanta el carro Lexus IS 250 muy bello corro lo voy a conservar y tunearlo excelente carro se los recomiendo 👍🏼😎

Moon roof dial controller. My 2000 VW golf had it.

Best crypto channel, and best car review channel 😉

Would it be worth buying a 2007 IS350 for $5,500 with 186,xxx?? Thank you!

Hi, I love your groove and flow! i see that this 2007 IS 350 has Split Fold Down Rear Seats that I'm looking for yet the Lexus forums I've looked at say that the Is 350 series doesn't come with them. were they discontinued after that year only to be continued in the 2015 3rd generation models when spot welding techniques increased the strength of frame without firewall pass through from years earlier?

Excellent revue because it makes me want to get this.

Love my is350 2006 sleeper for sure

I have a is250 I love her

He said fake wood😂

Sunroof selector like that has been on VW and Audi since the late 90s nothing new.

Speaks clearly. Good editing. Ya I will subscribe.

0-60 been proven in 4.7 sec

Does it have good speakers 🔊

Is 123k miles for 10k for is350 06 worth it?

Just bought an 08 with 104k got 5k😁😁😁

Fair to say if maintained, mileage on these cars is irrelevant. Mines 120k, drives like its a year old

Love that intro boss :) When Supra ;)

The Good: -Great looks - reliability - cheap and easy to repair - great power - decent leather -great features for the year - lexus OEM rims LOOK GREAT! The Bad : - transmission is slow shifting (I wish it was dual clutch) - very poor interior plastic - will get shiny and sticky if you live in "hot" states - dated headlights and yellow running lights - Skinny spaghetti steering wheel. I came from 07 BMW and its a big downgrade in performance, handing, and interior from a BMW to Lexus.

Do you think 145,000mi for 9,000 is a good price? The rest of the car is in very good, clean condition. No mechanical issues either.

I bought a clean fully loaded 2011 350 with 71k miles for 14k total. I think a good deal

I think q50s were still using the 3.7, idk if they still do. I had a g35 in highschool but looking into a Lexus right now. Had an 04, I’m looking for any is or gs 350 or better from 06-20. I need a small car, it’s annoying have a lifted truck as daily

Nice review. Thank you.

Lexusboys!!!! Who a Lexusboys/lexusgirl!!!!☝️

have had this car for 3 years 06, and your right about all of it...

Drifting in a Lexus :D ( Awesome Intro Music) :)

Great review!

Love my 2010 is350

Speaking of sleepers.... volvo s60r. I have a 2010 s40 r design awd stage 2.... these t5 motors can pull!

thats true im trying to find an IS 350 and i cant find 1 im struggling 😐😐😐

1:59 Clean your engine bay.

Cool video. Can you review a Polaris Slingshot?

I see this generation of is 250/350 everywhere. But where are all the 3 series sedan from this time period!? I never see em.

Talk to me about melting dashboard

The intro song was perfect 😂! What is the name of the intro song?

Bro, it’s not 5.1-5.5. This car has gone 0-60 in 4.6-4.7 multiple times. People have also ran 13 flat on 1/4 mile.

The wood is not fake. It’s birds eye maple. 👍

You guys think 170k miles for $4,500 is a good deal?

is the es350 the same as the IS350 just slightly bigger and spacious?

What cars have you drive where the driver side mirror DOESNT move?

Hello , so I’m going to test drive one today for 6000 it has 166,000 on it can you tell me something I can ask this guy about before buying

I have a 2008. I came from a Camry and it is one of my better purchases

those wheels+tires with that wheel gap looks so shitty

I got my 08 with 85k and I love it

never seen an engine bay as gross as this one

When discussing the engine, you said it was carried over to the ES and other Toyota models. Even though the displacement is the same, the engines you're thinking of are different.

Found a 2014 IS 350 with 25k miles for $21k. Thoughts? Also, I do like to take road trips with 4 friends. If I get roof racks for cargo, do you think it will be ok? I want an SUV, but drove this and it will be hard to pass on the value

So whats the difference between is250 and is350?

Do you think the younger sibling of this is a bad car ? The IS250?