The V8 is back: IS 500 F SPORT Performance
09-21-21, 08:36 AM
#1487
Driver School Candidate
What are your thoughts on the performance of the paddles? That is my main worry. I really want them to be fast, it’s one of the reasons I’m leaving the manual transmission world after daily driving one for nearly 6 years.
09-21-21, 09:05 AM
#1488
When do y'all think the less sought after colors (red, blue) will come out?
Assuming the Launch Edition comes out first in the fall along with white, grey, black, etc. I would guess maybe In January or February.
Assuming the Launch Edition comes out first in the fall along with white, grey, black, etc. I would guess maybe In January or February.
09-21-21, 09:07 AM
#1489
it seems that most reviewers gripe about the lack of responsiveness with the paddles. my previous IS F, I thought the paddles and gearbox were just fine. I actually preferred using the gear lever over the paddles. when I went from the IS F to the PDK in the Macan, yes, the PDK was quicker and more precise but it wasn't significantly better/faster than my IS F. ultimately, you'll have to test drive the IS 500 to make that determination for yourself.
09-21-21, 09:22 AM
#1490
Driver School Candidate
it seems that most reviewers gripe about the lack of responsiveness with the paddles. my previous IS F, I thought the paddles and gearbox were just fine. I actually preferred using the gear lever over the paddles. when I went from the IS F to the PDK in the Macan, yes, the PDK was quicker and more precise but it wasn't significantly better/faster than my IS F. ultimately, you'll have to test drive the IS 500 to make that determination for yourself.
09-21-21, 09:23 AM
#1491
Pole Position
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09-21-21, 10:29 AM
#1492
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09-21-21, 10:37 AM
#1494
Exactly, I’m waiting on the test drive. I drove the M340i last weekend and enjoyed the performance of the paddles. Was actually impressed with the lack of turbo lag (one of the main reasons I want a V8), so it’s a tad tempting. But I don’t want that depreciation and possible unreliability.
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09-21-21, 10:41 AM
#1495
Driver School Candidate
I am waiting until the IS500 starts hitting dealerships before I test drive the M340. I want the memories to be fresh when I compare them. You are right about depreciation of the M340 compared to the IS500, but I am not so concerned about the reliability of the B58 engine. The rest of BMW electronics though - that's a different story .
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09-21-21, 12:29 PM
#1496
drives cars
From the multiple videos I have watched, it appears paddle shifters are slow in Normal drive mode but sufficiently quick in Sport S/S+. That's a bit of a bummer for me because I probably will drive mostly in normal mode and may occasionally want to use the paddle shifters for a quick downshift. I also wish (I am not sure if there are any cars that do this), that once you downshift by paddle, the car would switch to Sport mode for at least some time.
When I drove the RC F, unfortunately I just left it in Sport/Sport+ and in auto for most of my drive. I did play with the paddles but don't remember being particularly impressed nor disappointed by the response. It's no ZF 8-speed or Porsche PDK, but I do think it'll be an upgrade for a 350 owner.
09-21-21, 02:28 PM
#1497
I sat in an M340i and it felt tiny, even smaller than the IS. The 5 series felt small too, for sure smaller than my ES. If I got a BMW I'd have to get a 5 series minimum. The M550i would be a freaking awesome car if I knew I didn't have to get rid of it before the warranty was up and it depreciated into a civic.
I'm still kind of on the fence about a CT5-V Blackwing too. Local dealer is getting one that isn't sold yet, but the color combo is weird. Plus, if I move out of CA like I want to then I cant keep a $95k car anymore.
09-21-21, 05:26 PM
#1499
The IS500 probably has to worry about that 3IS inner tire wear as well huh?
09-21-21, 05:32 PM
#1500
Lexus Test Driver
Originally Posted by 95bat
Same for me, dont want to deal with reliability problems and the cost of repairs out of warranty.
I sat in an M340i and it felt tiny, even smaller than the IS. The 5 series felt small too, for sure smaller than my ES. If I got a BMW I'd have to get a 5 series minimum. The M550i would be a freaking awesome car if I knew I didn't have to get rid of it before the warranty was up and it depreciated into a civic.
I'm still kind of on the fence about a CT5-V Blackwing too. Local dealer is getting one that isn't sold yet, but the color combo is weird. Plus, if I move out of CA like I want to then I cant keep a $95k car anymore.
I sat in an M340i and it felt tiny, even smaller than the IS. The 5 series felt small too, for sure smaller than my ES. If I got a BMW I'd have to get a 5 series minimum. The M550i would be a freaking awesome car if I knew I didn't have to get rid of it before the warranty was up and it depreciated into a civic.
I'm still kind of on the fence about a CT5-V Blackwing too. Local dealer is getting one that isn't sold yet, but the color combo is weird. Plus, if I move out of CA like I want to then I cant keep a $95k car anymore.