Upgrading from a 370 to a Lexus IS-F
 

Im getting a real good deal on a 2008 lexus is-f, thinking of buying it and then selling my Z. What do you think, good or bad move?
416 HP V8
12.9 1/4
seats 4,with 4 doors
auto 8 speed trans
ventilated seats
:ugh2:

i kinda like them, the F looks kinda funky but the performance is good. what's a "good deal"? that'd probably be my deciding factor

Here in PR a new isf with all the taxes is around 90,000.(crazy) I can get this one (2008 but looks the same) for 43,000 with 25,000 miles. I paid 40,000 for my Z

It is a tough call, I have heard good things about the IS F for performance and luxury combo.
It will be completely different from the Z though.

If you want it, get it. They are pretty nice cars.

i am not to sure but i am pretty sure the model of lexus are changing in 2011

the IS-F just doesn't do it for me. From a performance standpoint, its impressive, but for me, I couldn't make the switch.

Guess its just a matter of driving it around and seeing if you like it better than the Z....good luck with your decision!

My buddy just picked up and 2010 IS350. I'm very impressed with it so I'm sure the IS-F is only that much more impressive. I think it's a great car if you need the extra space and luxury then go for it. If you want a more true sports car then keep the Z. In a perfect world you could have both!

Side note: Everyday I wish my Z had ventilated seats. Someone do a DIY on swapping out the roadster seats into the coupe.

There was an ISF running 11.7s at the 1/4 last month. I have no idea what he had done, though. Exhaust was stock, I know that!

SCed. They do low 13s high 12s stock. Check dragtimes...

thats not very impressive considering the price tag...

Test drive it

That's the problem,I test drove another one a while back (before I got the Z) and it was awesome but the deal was not right. before 3,500 its a tame car but from 3,500 to redline it's loud and it pulls hard. It feels faster than my Z, its comfortable, easy to get in and out (Im a big guy) also it has that auto steering wheel adjusting motors. I do have to say the suspesion feels harder than the Z. Overall the only thing missing from this car to the Z its the looks factor.

Well think about it some more and see if it is worth it. Do you still want the Z? If you still want the Z then keep it. If not, maybe go et the ISF.

No.

I will agree. The Z is much better looking.

The IS350 and ISF are pretty sweet rides. If I was willing to have four doors I'd consider the IS350 and if I had the money I'd buy the IS-F in a heartbeat. :)

It's faster than your Z, but not by a lot

My wife had an IS 350 a year or so ago. The overly boosted power steering was unacceptable. Because of this, it didn't qualify as a "sports sedan" imho. I don't know if the steering has been changed since then. Other than the steering issue, the car was a really nice ride.

It's got an automatic transmission.

One that has done poorly in most performance reviews. Most cite "hunting" for the right gear all the time as being annoying.

Then again, this is from someone who thinks sports cars have 3 pedals and autos of any sort belong on the drag-strip, F1, or a minivan/truck.

low 13's/high 12's from a 400+bhp car sounds like luxury. If you want a luxury car, go for it. A sports car should be turning mid 12's. Oink Oink.

No manny, no goodie.... unless it's a GTR

I like the car but the price tag doesn't make justice for the HP.

I haven't even sat in an IS-F, but if it's anything like the IS350, I don't see it as an upgrade to the 370Z. I drove an IS350 before the Z, and it was a snoozefest. Horrible automatic, boring interior, boring sounds, boring acceleration. It was a solid and well made car, but IMO Lexus builds really nice cars for people who don't really care about cars or driving. The Z is a superior driver's car by a long shot compared to the IS350, although comparing a sports car to a luxury compact sedan that conclusion is fairly obvious.

Clarkson liked the IS-F on Top Gear, but said that the M3 was a superior car. Having driven an IS350 and multiple M3's, I think that's probably accurate.

Today I am looking a the IS-F, ill let you guys know

Have you considered an E60 M5?

Those cars are out of my league here in PR, I can go up to 50K the E60 and
M5 here are around 75k to 100k depending on the year. Most 2008 IS-F's are selling still over 50K, that why this one at 43K its a good deal.

op- i think you're going to be bored with a toyota. imho, that car is like a poorman's euro sports sedan. get a AMG instead.

Should have came in a stick. I say no, but if you want room and fast its a good pick.

Yea, in that class my preferred order would be this:

1) M3
2) C63 AMG
3) IS-F

BTW, have you heard the C63? That is by far one of the best sounding stock engines I have ever heard.

Good list. I agree with the order. Sounds like the OP is looking at the IS-F because of the deal mainly.

What's the resale value of a Z in PR? Sounds like prices are crazy there. I guess because the car carriers have to go underwater to get there.

don't be fooled! ISF stock tips are built into the bumper, so most upgraded ISF exhausts looks the same as stock unless you can see under the car!

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x..._IMGP4245_.jpg

^Yeah I noticed that on a demo car for SEMA a few years ago, not cool.

OP it's two completely different cars, you choose whats best for you.

I would keep the Z and wait a few years as the price of those IS-F's will inevitably keep dropping.

meh, i've always preferred sports cars over luxury cars with beefed up performance. but maybe it's because i'm young xD.

Its a down grade not an upgrade.

Cars get here on big cargo ships

A new 370 here(sport+ touring) its around 47K to 50k. I got mine used (with
3k miles and 5 months of usage for 39,500. I think I can still sell it for 40k, it only has 6k miles.

I saw the is-f today, its in clean condition and I drove it. I have one day to think about it (tomorrow) and decide. The thing is my Z is extra clean (nothing on the paint or wheels). This other car has 25K DD miles (some door dings and scratched wheels) but not bad overall. Its not going to be a easy decision for me.

These are two totally different cars. If you want a four door sedan with a big motor get the lexus. Also has luxury. If you want a sporty two seater thats sexy as hell, keep the Z. You need the back seat, got some youngin's comin soon?

The back seat would be nice for my dog

There ya go!

Anyway, if you miss the Z enough after you get rid of it just get another one later on like me. It's an endless cycle.

Cars are quite the demanding mistress, aren't they?

I wouldn't do it. With a couple mods your z is as fast if not faster than thr is-f. I knew someone who had one and was always trying to get a race going but he never wanted to. What I can day is I was neck and neck with a c63 amg from a roll.