How reliable is the IS-F for a daily?
12-24-13, 06:28 AM
#18
I had a totally different experience with insurance..I went from a 2006 Subaru Legacy Spec B to a 2011 IS-F and my premium went up something like 60%. I even made my case with the insurance company who I had been with for over 12 years and had no luck getting it reduced. I ended up switching insurances and now my premium is less than it was before the IS-F
My wife and I have had zero claims ever and my wife had 1 speeding ticket over 7 years ago. My insurance carrier said it was the value of the car that made the huge difference. Where you live is also a big factor...
My wife and I have had zero claims ever and my wife had 1 speeding ticket over 7 years ago. My insurance carrier said it was the value of the car that made the huge difference. Where you live is also a big factor...
12-24-13, 07:04 AM
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Just to give you an example of how crazy Insurance can be I paid more for insurance on my $20k SRT 4 then I did for either my $45k Is350 or $60k ISF. What did go up was my registration fees, but I'd rather have registration Fees go up over insurance.
01-12-14, 01:12 PM
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From a lexus and evo owner, lexus is hands down the most reliable car brand out there drivetrain wise. The older models have a harsher ride then the new models. I feel the 08/09 isf suspension is more firm than the evo x gsr. Only costly thing about the isf is brakes and tires. I put extra faith in the ISF since the engine was worked on by yamaha.
01-12-14, 02:39 PM
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From a lexus and evo owner, lexus is hands down the most reliable car brand out there drivetrain wise. The older models have a harsher ride then the new models. I feel the 08/09 isf suspension is more firm than the evo x gsr. Only costly thing about the isf is brakes and tires. I put extra faith in the ISF since the engine was worked on by yamaha.
Did the suspension get somewhat more accommodating in 2010 or 2011 (which I thought). The thought of an ISF being harsher than m X wouldn't be ideal (though not a deal breaker per se). As I said in another thread I'm looking for a 10 or 11 ISF with the understanding the 10 got the lsd which was an improvement but not the majority of suspension improvements
01-12-14, 03:48 PM
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I'm actually nearly 6 years into an EVO X and I've not had one issue , however, I'm bone stock and don't hard launch. Having said that I don't dispute Toyota stands at the pinnacle of reliability from some family members experience, and it's reassuring to read of all the problem free high mileage ISFs on here.
Did the suspension get somewhat more accommodating in 2010 or 2011 (which I thought). The thought of an ISF being harsher than m X wouldn't be ideal (though not a deal breaker per se). As I said in another thread I'm looking for a 10 or 11 ISF with the understanding the 10 got the lsd which was an improvement but not the majority of suspension improvements
Did the suspension get somewhat more accommodating in 2010 or 2011 (which I thought). The thought of an ISF being harsher than m X wouldn't be ideal (though not a deal breaker per se). As I said in another thread I'm looking for a 10 or 11 ISF with the understanding the 10 got the lsd which was an improvement but not the majority of suspension improvements
01-13-14, 11:42 AM
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I drive my F as a DD. I just hit 70k miles. I drive 280 miles a week just for work. I average over 20k a year and haven't had one issue except needed a new batt and replaced key fob batt. Decent mph too. Better then when I had my E90 M3.
01-13-14, 01:01 PM
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Pretty much have to agree with everyone here. IS-F is really reliable car, you mostly have to worry about the maintenance of the car. If you DIY (rotors/pads/oil changes)them then the cost of owner ship shouldn't be bad at all. I bought my 08 CPO and did have my Nav touch screen go out, but was able to get it replace under warranty. As for my insurance, i went from an 04 Acura RSX-S with a pretty clean driving record to the IS-F and my insurance went from $1100/year to $1500/year. So about a $34/month increase. Another thing you might want to think about is gas. I drive about 80/miles a day, 5 days a week so gas for me is close to $400/month. Current mpg ranges between 18.5 to 22mpg
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01-13-14, 02:11 PM
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I don't own a IS-F but I've owned other High Hp cars and one thing I would recommend is DONT have more than 1 needy car in your stable (if you cant afford it, not sure if you can, If so great, if not then... you get the picture). The IS-F is a GREAT car, fast, reliable, etc and I wanted one so badly but regular maintenance for a DD is what steered me away from it. Its not overly terrible but for a DD, i wanted something that was cost efficient when I am building a second car, it wont take money away from it. I would go with a IS350 to and save the extra cash for your evo project
Plus if you get into an IS-F, you may switch your EVO X to your DD as the IS-F is MORE car than a stock Evo.
just my opinion.
Plus if you get into an IS-F, you may switch your EVO X to your DD as the IS-F is MORE car than a stock Evo.
just my opinion.
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