F (2007 to 2014)

The Lexus IS F, manufactured globally from 2007 to 2014, was the high-performance pioneer that launched the "F" brand, featuring a muscular 5.0-litre V8 and a world-first eight-speed direct-shift automatic gearbox. In the 2026 Australian market, the IS F has transitioned into a respected modern classic, with desirability soaring among enthusiasts who appreciate its naturally aspirated engine and the significant mechanical updates introduced in the 2011-2012 facelift, such as the addition of a limited-slip differential. The buyer pool in Australia consists of performance purists who favour the model's reliability over its complex German rivals and collectors who are specifically hunting for the final 2014 "Dynamic Sports Tuning" units or those finished in the iconic Ultrasonic Blue. Locally, market value is exceptionally firm for late-model survivors with a full service history, as 2026 buyers prioritise these for their "bulletproof" reputation and the fact that they represent the raw, unadulterated starting point of Lexus’s high-performance history.

The Lexus IS F, manufactured globally from 2007 to 2014, was the high-performance pioneer that launched the "F" brand, featuring a muscular 5.0-litre V8 and a world-first eight-speed direct-shift automatic gearbox. In the 2026 Australian market, the IS F has transitioned into a respected modern classic, with desirability soaring among enthusiasts who appreciate its naturally aspirated engine and the significant mechanical updates introduced in the 2011-2012 facelift, such as the addition of a li… Read more