Why You Should Buy This V8 Before It’s Illegal: 2025 Lexus IS 500

In a world of sanitized EVs and turbocharged 4 cylinders, the 2025 Lexus IS 500 Ultimate Edition feels like an act of rebellion. It’s ancient, flawed, and arguably the smartest dumb purchase you can make today. The IS 500 isn't perfect. We breakdown the specific issues owners face, including the infamous front bumper separation, the lack of transmission cooling for track use, and why you need to budget $1,500 for tires immediately. But we also explain why that naturally aspirated 5.0L V8 makes this a future classic while competitors depreciate into oblivion. Key Specs: - Engine: 5.0L naturally aspirated V8 (2UR-GSE) - Output: 472 HP @ 7,100 RPM - 0-60 MPH: 4.4 seconds - Transmission: 8-speed automatic - MSRP: $71,200 USD / $85,000 CAD Stop Buying M3s. The 2026 BMW M340i Is Better. https://youtu.be/yLuynr65HpA ——————————————————————— // MY AMAZON STORE with my favorite things for drivers https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-4cc174af (this is an affiliate link) /// MERCH Pick up some sweet merch in our store! https://brian-makse-shop.fourthwall.com/ /// SUBSCRIBE Subscribe NOW to Brian Makse's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=brianmakse /// SOCIAL Instagram: http://Instagram.com/BrianMakse Twitter: http://Twitter.com/BrianMakse Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MakseAttack Spotify: https://sptfy.com/brianmakse Link In My Bio: https://makse.com/linkinbio/ /// MORE About Brian: http://makse.com/about /// WHAT I'M LISTENING TO Real AF With Andy Frisella https://andyfrisella.com/blogs/realaf-podcast Be sure to let us know what you think about this video and smash the subscribe button if you haven’t already! Test vehicles are provided by the respective manufacturers for review purposes, unless otherwise noted, and all opinions are our own. Music © 2026 Russell Soares (russellsoares.com), used with permission, all rights reserved. #LexusIS500UltimateEdition #LexusIS500 #2025LexusIS500 #brianmakse