Has anyone on the forum owned this ISF?

Avantime · November 10

Hi all,

I’ve been looking at various options about getting a new Lexus and saying goodbye to my trusty MX5 NC BBR. I went to look at a LS430 (i use to have one) and in the end I deemed it just a bit big for my needs. While I know the F is a very different car it’s a V8 I’m after. Not many for sale at the mo but this seems in the right area re mileage and age, though perhaps a little above my budget.

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202407312355367?sort=relevance&advertising-location=at_cars&make=Lexus&model=IS F&page=1&postcode=S118sa&fromsra

I’m yet to ring the dealer but may well do and I think it’s been on since the 31st of July.

So of course I’m wondering if anyone has ever owned the car or any thoughts on that car welcome.

Thanks Nick

saqib_v8 · November 11

I believe this car was for sale privately and later sold to the dealer in question. Decent price given the mileage and FLSH. Definitely worth a ring, or better still a visit and test drive.

GMB · November 11

MOT history seems good and hopefully accurately displaying mileages. First impressions OK.

Try and get a copy of the health check done at the last Lexus service maybe. They will have done quite a comprehensive report.

Avantime · November 12

Thanks, I’m going to see the car on Friday. If interested I’ll keep you posted.

FrankC · November 12

I believe @C.B owned it before, haven’t seen him on here in a while though…

Avantime · November 12

Thanks Frank and a PM sent.

Avantime · November 14

Just booked my train ticket to potentially buy the car. I’ll be stuck if it’s a wrong un as I’ve bought a single ticket.

I think it will be ok, however I wonder if some dealers are desperate are to shift them? Today I’ve bought my wife a really nice 18 plate Honda Jazz and I’m looking forward to having two NA cars in the family.

Nick

jeffrosie6 · November 16

Hoping you brought the F home 🙂

Avantime · November 16

I hope I do, my train is for next Friday. I see the stereo has the black facia and not the silver one. Is it just cosmetic does anyone know?

jeffrosie6 · November 16

The black facia is only on the ISF. The lesser models have the silver/grey facia. But I'm sure if you can swap the facia if you get a stereo that will work in your car. I've managed to find a good compatible unit for mine, but haven't got around to swapping the facia yet.

JimmyTightlips · November 16

4 hours ago, Avantime said:

I hope I do, my train is for next Friday. I see the stereo has the black facia and not the silver one. Is it just cosmetic does anyone know?

It's just a cosmetic difference for the F - 2009 and onwards; 2008 cars had the Silver fascia.

That car has the earliest infotainment system with the DVD based navigation. It won't have Bluetooth or USB - just CD (+MP3 CD) and AUX.

Later models had HDD based navigation which is a bit of a pain nowadays as it's pretty much impossible to update the maps as Lexus won't do it anymore as far as I know - so there's definitely a benefit to having the DVD system.

Avantime · November 16

Ah thanks for the info.

Avantime · November 16

Hi James, I see you’re awaiting an IS-F, have you bought one?

Also do you know if the AUX is 3.5M and if so can will it play from a phone. Im happy with CD but maybe the teenagers will want to connect a phone.

F.A. · November 16

7 hours ago, Avantime said:

Hi James, I see you’re awaiting an IS-F, have you bought one?

Also do you know if the AUX is 3.5M and if so can will it play from a phone. Im happy with CD but maybe the teenagers will want to connect a phone.

Yes it is a standard 3.5mm socket. It will play through a phone.

santa99 · November 17

15 hours ago, Avantime said:

Hi James, I see you’re awaiting an IS-F, have you bought one?

Also do you know if the AUX is 3.5M and if so can will it play from a phone. Im happy with CD but maybe the teenagers will want to connect a phone.

Hey there, I own 2009 model with black interior trims and one special thing equiped in a glowbox. It's ipod integration which costs small fortune but it works really well. I've bought adapter from old ipod connector to lightning a bang, works well.

https://www.lexuspartsnow.com/parts/lexus-accessories_ipod_interface-pt54500082.html

https://www.amazon.com/Lightning-Certified-Charging-Connector-Compatible/dp/B09TSHLG8K

JimmyTightlips · November 17

On 11/16/2024 at 2:08 PM, Avantime said:

Hi James, I see you’re awaiting an IS-F, have you bought one?

Also do you know if the AUX is 3.5M and if so can will it play from a phone. Im happy with CD but maybe the teenagers will want to connect a phone.

I'm in the process of importing one from Japan, should be ready to collect within the next few weeks. I posted some photos to a thread a few months back.

And yes, as others have said, it's a 3.5mm jack - located in the center storage compartment; I usually use CD's myself - but it does work well.

Avantime · November 17

12 hours ago, santa99 said:

Hey there, I own 2009 model with black interior trims and one special thing equiped in a glowbox. It's ipod integration which costs small fortune but it works really well. I've bought adapter from old ipod connector to lightning a bang, works well.

https://www.lexuspartsnow.com/parts/lexus-accessories_ipod_interface-pt54500082.html

https://www.amazon.com/Lightning-Certified-Charging-Connector-Compatible/dp/B09TSHLG8K

Thanks Marek, I actually have one of these at work so I’ll see how I get on.

Hi James, I see you’re awaiting an IS-F, have you bought one?

hjhhhhhAlso do you know if the AUX is 3.5M and if so can will it play from a phone. Im happy with CD but maybe the teenagers will want to connect a phone.

Avantime · November 17

Thanks Marek and James….. cds are making a comeback!

jeffrosie6 · November 17

9 minutes ago, Avantime said:

Hi James, I see you’re awaiting an IS-F, have you bought one?

hjhhhhhAlso do you know if the AUX is 3.5M and if so can will it play from a phone. Im happy with CD but maybe the teenagers will want to connect a phone.

Aux is the std size of 3.5 and you can connect it to your phone via a 3.5 aux to the type of usb for your phone.

Avantime · November 17

Thanks Jeff I have a lightning to 3.5m on my phone already, so hopefully good to go.

I’ll be speaking to Dave at Lextek tomorrow to hopefully let him know that I’ll be taking the car to him for a once over. I shall call Lexus tomorrow to see if I can glean any further info. I think the last owner C.B replaced the radiator at some point in 2021 and I’ll try to get as much info from the seller on Friday. I know it’s not the face lift with LSD but I think with the low mileage and originality of the car I bought it for a fair price compared to what’s for sale at the moment.

I’m generally crap at buying cars as I don’t have much idea other than does the air con and stereo work. However this site has always been great for advice and I’m fairly informed about what to look for. It is though a 15 year old car so I must be in my guard. Tell you what though I’m really looking forward to being back in a Lexus and especially the ISF.

i will though be sorry to see my MX5 go, that’s been a great car and we’ve had some great journeys in it.

santa99 · November 19

On 11/17/2024 at 8:11 PM, Avantime said:

Thanks Jeff I have a lightning to 3.5m on my phone already, so hopefully good to go.

I’ll be speaking to Dave at Lextek tomorrow to hopefully let him know that I’ll be taking the car to him for a once over. I shall call Lexus tomorrow to see if I can glean any further info. I think the last owner C.B replaced the radiator at some point in 2021 and I’ll try to get as much info from the seller on Friday. I know it’s not the face lift with LSD but I think with the low mileage and originality of the car I bought it for a fair price compared to what’s for sale at the moment.

I’m generally crap at buying cars as I don’t have much idea other than does the air con and stereo work. However this site has always been great for advice and I’m fairly informed about what to look for. It is though a 15 year old car so I must be in my guard. Tell you what though I’m really looking forward to being back in a Lexus and especially the ISF.

i will though be sorry to see my MX5 go, that’s been a great car and we’ve had some great journeys in it.

Hey Avantime, it's alright. 3.5mm jack should be good option too but i bought non apple one and the outcome was terrible. I know that issue is that adapater from lighthning to jack. It wasnt OEM.

Mine got radiator replaced several weeks ago due to leaks. Radiator goes fof 120euros but the replacement costee me 250. Please don't forget to replace all the fluids ( engine, trany, diff, brakes)