Lexus IS 500 with ARK GRiP Catback Exhaust | Full Reveal, Initial Impressions, and Sound Clips! 

I been on the search for an exhaust for my IS500. I think of all of them, I really like this set up the best. I dont like any drone in my car and dont want it be obnoxiously loud. This is definitely perfect.

That’s sounds really nice, it’s not obnoxious.

Wow that exhaust looks very well made. Love the deep tone of this exhaust. For a daily driver this is perfect.

Honestly that’s how it should have came stock, sounds so good. But if you want to go louder you could with gt and rr exhaust.

I really love this sound. on my radar for sure! thanks!

Thanks for the upload.

Honestly, perfect. A grown man's exhaust.

I love the tone of the sound for Ark Performance.. from cold start to upshift even 5k RPM it really amplifies the sound. Im not reallty a fan of pops and bangs, but youll have it after you break-in your exhaust system. May or may not increase the HP, but definitely you feel your car breathe better and smoother. Nice car bro, color as well. Congratulations on your new exhaust. I do have as well in my 22, 350 with carbon tip. Wish I can insert a small clip of mine to share.

Damn! That sounds so sweeeeeet😮

I love it. it doesn't sond like the stereotypical American V8 it has a nice smooth tone to it. And would love to hear it in person cuz the video doesn't do justice

That sounds great

That is very mellow, I wonder what it would sound like with headers. I really like the Ark build quality (no valves to worry about either) and that it's still catted as well. Good stuff man.

Imo, that is the perfect sound for that car. Not obnoxiously loud like an SS etc but throatier then stock. Blend of luxury and muscle.

Sounds nice been contemplating getting the gt haus for my 500

That sounds epic. I agree that it is a nice balance. Don't want to wake the whole neighborhood - maybe just the immediate neighbors. 😆

Any alternatives to this exhaust that sounds a little less obnoxious but still has a deep tone?

Can trans tuning help the sleepy 8 spd in the new 500?

Now that sounds slick.. Makes it an unexpected sexy beast with a respectable sound.

Sounds good! That should be how it sounds from factory!!

Is this exhaust on their website? I can’t find it

It sounds great, I have an rcf and how much was the Ark?

Any update on the availability of this exhaust?

How do you buy it? Says only for off road or racing use only. I'm in New Jersey

Love the sound! Just the right amount! This exhaust is not showing up on their website, how did you order it? And how’s the fitting? Are the quad pipes sturdy where it’s not swinging/hitting the inner part of the diffuser? Thanks for the video!

Love the way. It sounds love the way it looks. Can’t wait to put it on my 2023 IS 500! How much do something like that costs?

Would you happen to know if the axleback portion fits the 500 directly? From what I've seen, should be the same as the RC-F axleback, but it hasn't been 100% confirmed if it directly fits.

thanks man, may give them a call and throw one on my IS500, just the right amount of sound...👍

love it!! what part of CA are you in?? i would love to hear it in person

Does it fit IS 350?

any gains in hp?

Sounds sweet! Are those titanium tips?

It's probably the right amount of noise.

Awesome exhaust note under heavy throttle but when you are talking at the six minute mark it sounds mega droney. Maybe it’s the mic. Anyway great video. Congrats!

Is this available yet? I went to their site and I don't see anything about it. Honestly I love the look of this more than anything.

NEED this exhaust for mine. Don't see it on their site. Have a link?

How much did it come to, with the ARK exhaust and labor? By the way, that color is awesome on the IS 500! I might even prefer to the Infrared.

Clean setup. I'm going to go with an Apexi. Not trying to sound all Exotic.

IMO it sounds like any other 2URGSE with an exhaust except GT Haus and bazooka.

Did they say when its going into production. I want it for mine but w/o the cats.

What would people do with the stock exhaust after swapping it out?

V8 Brah, do any check engine lights come on with the install?

Perfect exhaust if u tell me

one day one day… dreaming and driving my IS250 just to be like you one day!!

Have you gotten a ticket yet ? Or pulled over. I also love in southern cali

How long does the burning smell last after install?

What kind of after market cats do you have welded on?

Sounds good, see if you can line up a ISF for a drag race none on utube yet cheers from OZ.

Perfect street ride nice just need a nitrous bottle in the trunk 😅 small one little 100 horse kit really open some eyes 👀 with that that engine would be fine too

Do you have an IG? Sounds great!! Did Ark start to sell this product for the IS500?

How much $ was it

This is how the car should have sounded stock why the LC sounds different I don’t understand. They should have done a 500 specific exaust

I need to ask, did this void your warranty??? Cause I haven’t done this swap with mine because i dont want to void anything, btw i have the same color as you 🤣🤣 im in boca raton florida lol

Edited after I saw your replies to others. I would be very interested. It looks sick. Also, have they done a decibel reading on it? Be nice if it was within legal limits for my state

We’re luxury first, no idea why people complain about sound lol just get it changed.

Will it pass smog in California?

No X or H pipe?

this paired with ppe headers would be the perfect combo

I'm stuck on getting one or a q50 red sport. Disappointed with Lexus' choice of rear brakes.

Great quality, but for this money be better with something louder and active switch for daily.

that accord at :38 was niceeee

The only thing this IS is missing are some equal length headers.

Is it "street legal"?

sounds purr-fect

Almost sounds like an STI, interesting.

it doesnt sound crazy different than just deleting rear resonators

It sounds like a Mercedes AMG

Are you one of those wearing a mask inside a car on a HWY?

sound the same

Unfortunately it’s just just a poor sounding v8. I’ve watched a few videos and none of them sound good. It’s way too deep and not loud enough

Congrats! IMO, not a fan of it though. I put the Invidia exhaust on my RC-F and it's a much better "V8" sound than the Ark (main reason I went for it). Is it the best sounding exhaust for the RC-F? No. But it's the best sounding in the "budget" category. Also, I couldn't stand the look of the cheap exhaust tips for Ark vs the more "natural" look of the Invidia polished tips. Larger in size and a better fit for the design and space of the rear (IS & RCF). In the end, enjoy the car because we're all apart of the L Fam and that's the part that matters 😎