F-Sport Intake - Got it - Here's my opinion

is350wh · 07-02-09, 09:17 AM

The dealer installed the F-Sport Intake yesterday.

It gives off a nice deep roar starting around 3,500 RPMs. The roar seems to trail off as it approaches the redline. I'd like to hear it get more extreme as the RPMs climb. Oh well.

If you drive the car at lower RPMs, there is really zero noticeable difference between the F-Sport intake and the stock intake. You can't hear it at all. If you want to hear the engine, you'll probably need to get an aftermarket exhaust. (BTW - I have the stock exhaust.)

The roar is much more sustainable when you punch it while "driving," as opposed to revving it while in park. If you rev it up while in park, you will hear a nice roar, but it only lasts for a second. In other words, you can't keep the RPMs high and expect the intake to continue making its extreme sound. Basically, the best sound comes when that first rush of air initially blasts through the intake; then you can't hear it as much. This is probably obvious to some, but it wasn't what I expecting.

Sound quality. I think I need some time to really get used to it. The note is not as beautiful as I was expecting. It does sound very good. It sounds like it actually has 300+ horses now, but it could probably sound better. But, if you need to be sure you maintain your warranty, this may be your only Lexus-authorized option.

Should you get it? Well, if you're on this forum, you're probably obsessed enough with cars, horsepower, etc to appreciate it.

Would I do it again? Yep. There's really no reason (other than money) not to get it. If get it and don't like the sound, just drive "normally" and you won't even know it's there.

iKenn · 07-02-09, 09:20 AM

Wow, how much did you pay them to install it? the intake is easy to install. If Ken can do it, you can do it.

Also, get the Fsport exhaust, it adds a roar from 2-3.5k RPM

is350wh · 07-02-09, 09:46 AM

The intake itself was $455 plus tax. The labor was $95, plus tax. I am positive I could have done the work myself, but for ~$100, it was worth just paying someone else to do it - not to mention the potential warranty issue.

I would love to get the F-Sport exhaust; it is just so expensive. I am thinking about lowering the car (springs and shocks) first. The parts and labor for that change is less than the F-Sport exhaust parts.

Coconut · 07-02-09, 10:01 AM

You should have gotten it at Sewell. They have it at $265 + shipping.

iSuxeL · 07-02-09, 10:12 AM

Damn you paid $95 for installation?! That's why I do it myself dude. F warranty haha mines when out the window a longggg time ago

I wish my car had a loud rumble, all she does is whistle

Kurtz · 07-02-09, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by is350wh

The intake itself was $455 plus tax. The labor was $95, plus tax. I am positive I could have done the work myself, but for ~$100, it was worth just paying someone else to do it - not to mention the potential warranty issue.

I would love to get the F-Sport exhaust; it is just so expensive. I am thinking about lowering the car (springs and shocks) first. The parts and labor for that change is less than the F-Sport exhaust parts.

What warranty issue? It's a tube and a box, no moving parts. What exactly would you think might go bad?

You paid $455 plus tax then $95 plus tax, so $550 plus tax.

If you'd ordered from Sewell and done it yourself you'd have paid $265 with no tax for the exact same thing.

For the exhaust I'd recommend getting a used tanabe from somebody trading in for something louder... 400-500 bucks, can do it yourself in 30 minutes, and it adds exactly the same power gains as the F-sport exhaust.

jns350 · 07-02-09, 11:10 AM

wow...$550.00....baller!!!! You should of done more research on this forum before buying that intake from your dealer. CL can save you big money. Sewell is having a entire F-sport sale that local dealers can't even touch with a yard stick. But was done is done and glad you enjoy your new toy. BTW check their link for the exhaust. You might be able to afford it. Your local dealer might have priced it at the "old rate" sewell is selling it at a great price.

kickin8 · 07-02-09, 11:50 AM

wow! $95 to install the intake?

WOW! $495 for the intake????????????

montgb · 07-02-09, 11:53 AM

Just like everyone else, I am shocked at the dealer price for the intake. If I had to pay that much, I would make sure that I took every single free doughnut/soda/water/candy & fruit that they offer in their waiting room.

And the coffee machine, too.

ister · 07-02-09, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by montgb

Just like everyone else, I am shocked at the dealer price for the intake. If I had to pay that much, I would make sure that I took every single free doughnut/soda/water/candy & fruit that they offer in their waiting room.

And the coffee machine, too.

Haha good one, but it still won't add up to $550. I would take the 42" flat screen tv in the waiting area instead

mdgrwl · 07-02-09, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by kickin8

wow! $95 to install the intake?

WOW! $495 for the intake????????????

now now... ovbously he's new to the forum, why's everyone jumping down this guy's throat. I know a lot of people that simply pay the cash and have the whole car 'Lexus' if you will... that is all work/parts/labor all done by Lexus. Nothing wrong with it at all... cost more, but nothing wrong with it.

mdgrwl · 07-02-09, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by is350wh

The dealer installed the F-Sport Intake yesterday.

It gives off a nice deep roar starting around 3,500 RPMs. The roar seems to trail off as it approaches the redline. I'd like to hear it get more extreme as the RPMs climb. Oh well.

If you drive the car at lower RPMs, there is really zero noticeable difference between the F-Sport intake and the stock intake. You can't hear it at all. If you want to hear the engine, you'll probably need to get an aftermarket exhaust. (BTW - I have the stock exhaust.)

The roar is much more sustainable when you punch it while "driving," as opposed to revving it while in park. If you rev it up while in park, you will hear a nice roar, but it only lasts for a second. In other words, you can't keep the RPMs high and expect the intake to continue making its extreme sound. Basically, the best sound comes when that first rush of air initially blasts through the intake; then you can't hear it as much. This is probably obvious to some, but it wasn't what I expecting.

Sound quality. I think I need some time to really get used to it. The note is not as beautiful as I was expecting. It does sound very good. It sounds like it actually has 300+ horses now, but it could probably sound better. But, if you need to be sure you maintain your warranty, this may be your only Lexus-authorized option.

Should you get it? Well, if you're on this forum, you're probably obsessed enough with cars, horsepower, etc to appreciate it.

Would I do it again? Yep. There's really no reason (other than money) not to get it. If get it and don't like the sound, just drive "normally" and you won't even know it's there.

Good, enjoy my friend! The F-Sport intake sounds wonderful.

quintmann · 07-02-09, 01:03 PM

wow someone got ripped a new one!!! 500 for an intake and 95 for installation is ridiculous!!

nmpeter · 07-02-09, 01:12 PM

You should have installed it yourself and just kept the stock parts to cover it up later down the road if you have warranty issues.

Whats done is done though, as long as you're happy with your purchase everything is okay!

IS-SV · 07-02-09, 01:52 PM

Thanks for the report on the intake setup, always best to hear from actual users.