The Lexus LC500 Is A Better Aston Martin
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- Опубліковано 21 чер 2019
- Ever since it debuted, I've been fascinated by the Lexus LC500. A striking looking car, and powered by a naturally aspirated 5L V8 - the Lexus is a fusion of old school power with 21st century technology, including a 10 speed gearbox and the best interior I've seen in a long time.
But on tight mountain roads, how does this GT car fare?
#Lexus #LC500 #V8
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As a past owner of a 2016 AM Vantage S and present owner of an LC 500 V8, I couldn't agree more.
gorgeous car man.
Congrats! Great choice
Yep, agree with you. I have also moved to a V8 LC500. I had an AM V8 vantage some years ago which was garbage in every way compared to this Lexus masterpiece. Hell, I even came up against a new DB11 on some windy roads. He could not shake me. Even though the LC500 straight line numbers from standing starts are shit, in-gear and around some twisties, it is a great car
@@FunFactsAboutTech I think the engineers wanted to prevent drivetrain shock/unnecessary wear on the transmission, so the launches aren't as "brutal". Ill take the reliability anyday. It's a masterpiece.
@@FunFactsAboutTech I just wanna know the maintenance so far, yes it reliable but how much to change the oil and stuff?
Concept car looks, Japanese reliability and American muscle car sound, what else could you want!
A manual transmission!
@@crankybear1236 yes, that would be great😎
It's fun to dream!
Klasse Act a decent infotainment system.
Soulless Japanese crap.
I've seen only 2 LC500 in person - one bloody red and one yellow and they took my breath away! I'm seeing Ferraris every day in central London and I'm not impressed but that thing is something else.
Yeah I've seen around 2 also in London. Man I hope I can afford something like this later in life.
@@zaink7037 me too
Yep I live in Houston and see exotics frequently, but I saw one in a sports bar parking lot in Lake Charles, Louisiana. It was white and looked like a concept car. Beautiful...
I've seen a blue one in person, stunning car and I'm not really a lexus fan. Reminds me of the old nissan 300zx with its wide profile
I have seen 1 passing through me. The sound is like a music
I own one and love it. But a warning - if you are feeling antisocial and don’t like talking to strangers, then drive something else 😂 It really gets that much attention. Then I discovered a simple hack that made me love it even more... simply disconnect the four little wires that control the exhaust valves (which reduces sound volume from idle to 4,500rpm - presumably for sound regulation) - it locks the muffler valves on the open position and unleashes the true soundtrack this engine produces - simply glorious. Very healthy sounding but not too loud like some of the aftermarket systems. I think the engineers left this little gem for us owners because this trick doesn’t set off any warning lights, etc.
I will search for those wires when I get mine
I will search for the wires in a few years when I can afford this car.
Scirocco R smack it's arss
Matthew James completely different cars you idiot.. How embarrassing (Scirocco R) ? Lump of shit that hasn’t changed it’s shape since it’s launch. This is a GT car not some B road chavvy German shite. Take a seat son
@@matthewjames6146 , who bloody cares!!!?
You know it a great car when basically every good reviewer with high standards loves it
This thing has actually become my dream car. Didn't see that coming! But I'm afraid I really must insist that top-shelf durability, reliability, and service be included as part of my premium automobile purchase. No one does that as well as Lexus, far as I can tell, at any price.
These are stunning in the flesh. I live just down the road from the Toyota/Lexus H/O so see them reasonably regularly and I find myself staring at them for an inadvisable length of time. Glad to hear you liked it JayEmm!
True story, I was taking delivery of my brand new 2019 rx350 when another gentleman was taking delivery of his orange color LC500. LC500 looked amazing and everyone was trying to take pictures at the dealership. What a car!!!
Wow James! I've got to make this comment. That is the BEST film you've made to-date! I got on to your channel as I'm a Lotus nut, but stuck with you as you've developed. Separate to the LC500, the camera work, back-drop, accuracy of your comments & interesting views were all tip-top. Just little details like no 'err & umms' whilst you speak, yet you're driving unfamilar car/roads, being careful with cyclists & tourist traffic. Bring it on chap.
I love my LC! It's gets almost as many looks as a naked woman running down the road.... almost.
Ya a fat ugly one..
@@dijin456 looks are looks, my friend.
Some things are so horrific to watch you can't look away.
@@gustavmeyrink_2.0 yeah, like your mother. 😁😂
@@gustavmeyrink_2.0 seriously though, every UA-camr who has reviewed that car has absolutely loved it. I think you are in the minority for thinking it's ugly. But you're entitled to your opinion...
I bought a used one with 6000 miles to take advantage of the depreciation discount. Mine has a fixed carbon fiber spoiler, black exterior and interior, a glass sun roof, and the 21 inch wheels. Awesome car.
Why u didn't get the C8 or waited 4 the new ZO6 🤔
@@johnblack4915 cuz those cars are ass
@@pilot4910 no they are not C8 is fast and the ZO6 is faster..but claustrophobic too lol😄
@@johnblack4915 look man. cars are not all about speed. factors like reliability, comfort and features play a role too
@@pilot4910 C8 is comfortable and reliable too🤭and good value..im just giving you shyt lol😄
The beige interior looks so luxurious!
That v8 sound isn’t artificial.
He just said it in case it was, like the LFA
@@RW_CreativeMedia The LFA engine induction sounds aren't artificial either. They piped in sounds specifically tuned by Yamaha into three points in the cockpit.
Lexus 5.0L = 470hp
Alfa Romeo 2.9L = 540hp
lmao what a piece of trash
@@ivangamer8022 You forget that Fiat makes that car... The Lexus will be able to output that 470hp consistently for at least a decade. I'd give the Alfa five years at most.
@@eefwonton2530 more like 5 weeks.
When I saw the Blue car then the interior of Blue and orange i was blown away. What a stunning interior. Who ever choice it deserves a design award.
As an owner of a Mercedes S class Coupé which is turning into a money pit as it ages, I am seriously considering a Lexus LC for my next toy .
I drove 3 LCs at a high performance driving event at Laguna Seca race track and I was hooked. You won't regret it my friend for driving dynamic and peace of mind that it won't be at the mechanics every other month needing major repairs.
Now that it has Carplay and Android Auto it's a no brainer.
I don’t know why UA-cam recommended this video to me, but I watched the whole thing...what the hell, I have time under quarantine. I loved the car and the reviewer. And I loved that he showed patience to those bicyclists at 2:35. Well done sir. My favorite parts were “tunnel time” and “just bugger it”. Ha. The exhaust sounds fantastic.
Thanks for your time Bert!
I'm British and have always loved Aston Martin, but the lc looks more complete more expensive and more desirable than any other GT at the moment, so underrated and missed by the grand tour etc. I think the media are scared they might prefer it to ze germans etc. Even Aston is half German now??.
I saw one today in the dealership while having my humble ct200 serviced, it blew my mind ! I just need £86k now .
Toyota didn't build us a new Supra.. But at least they built us this!!!! My future car (once depreciation hits and brings it down a bit second hand ; )
I don't understand why Toyota didn't just tweak this car and make it a Supra. Toyota already had all the bits in house, and yet they went to BMW. Seems like Toyota were so fixated on having a straight 6, that they ask BMW for theirs, since Toyota don't have one anymore. They missed the best part of the Supra, that it's a Toyota.
@@VigneshBalasubramaniam Yup, this should've been the new Supra.. This car with a bunch of the mega bux lux bits dropped, and that twin turbo V6 dropped in could've made a fine Supra.. The proportions would have done much better justice to the FT1 concept as well!!
@@bliglum Exactly. Toyota already had the parts needed in house, so I don't know why they went elsewhere. Replace the interior, stiffen up the handling a bit, maybe some body styling tweaks. There you go.
@Brad Viviviyal Even if technically speaking neither company _manufactures_ the final vehicle, both corporations put in significant resources to _develop_ the car. BMW did a lot of work with the chassis and dynamics, as well as engine tweaks. Toyota did a lot of work with quality checks, and reliability testing.
Toyota already has many vehicles, such as the Toyota Camry and Lexus ES which share the same platform, but are very different vehicles. The Lexus is twice the cost of the Camry, so the price difference on its own isn't a reason to say that Toyota couldn't have done this. Even if not the LC 500, there are other coupes that Lexus have that are cheaper that might have been ripe for conversion to a Supra variant. Like the RC F for example, which the Lexus website says starts at $65k. A rebodied one of those, with a cheaper interior, would have been awesome. There's also the regular RC, which is actually _cheaper_ than the new Supra, starting at $41k.
Also, I never said the new Supra _wasn't_ better than the older ones. Of course it would be, its made with modern expertise and is simply a more modern vehicle. Its just that when I buy a Toyota, I want a Toyota. Also, with an iconic name like "Supra" I feel like keeping it all in house is important. Honestly, if the current Supra was just called something else, I feel like I would have less of a problem with it. It feels to me like its somehow "less" of a Supra since it doesn't have a Toyota engine.
3.4 v6 from lexus ls making 500hp 450lbft in lightweight version of this car and drop the aisin gearbox and put in a dual clutch
As a BMW owner dealing with BMW customer service... Lexus next time.
Agreed, was with Lexus went to Bmw on lease, about to trade in early for another Lexus
Been there my friend, owned 2 M cars and now fulfilled with the great balance the LC and Lexus reliability offers.
Daniel Rawlinson used to own a BMW 5 series. Will not get another BMW again.
Was with Lexus got bored out of my mind, went to BMW and didn’t lease I actually bought my M5. Lexus? Ehhh maybe when I’m like the average Lexus owner. A retiree.
Katsuyoshi Hironaka yes 80% of Lexus cars are very boring.
I've driven the V10 m5, it's a piece of junk. The older gen m3 is much better. You probably never track your cars so you will probably think faster 0-60 and more HP is better.
And you're right most Lexus drivers are over 60. But so are Corvette owners.
If you want a fun drivers car you get cars like lotus or alpha romeo 4c. Those are good cars to drive , not terribly fast but very fun.
You have to make compromises when you get a sports sedan like BMWs and Mercedes amgs. But they have their advantages too.
Hi.....this video may be 2 years old but the car looks like it was designed yesterday....and is a big reason why I loved it enough to buy one.
Thanks Jay
One quick response. The Infotainment System is fine. Reviewers simply aren't familiar with it. You have more than one way to do things. Changing the radio station can be done using VOICE COMMAND. You simply press a button on the steering wheel and then tell "the car" what you want it to do. Change radio station. Text somebody. Make the seats hotter or colder. Set a GPS destination etc. etc. If you don't want to use the VOICE COMMAND feature than there are buttons, again on the steering wheel and on the center console to change radio stations, change modes such as AM, FM, CD, SXM etc., change "genres" such as country, rock, jazz etc., change volume, search for stations, repeat, shuffle and everything else. The Enform Infotainment is essentially there so you can set your preferences, of which you have a whole bunch of to choose from. The 2019 LC 500 comes with Apple Car Play and as of a few weeks ago, owners of the 2018 model year can get the Apple Car Play app from Lexus dealerships for $199.00 which I'm doing tomorrow. More stuff to learn!!!
louis lazarus I’ve got a 2018 LC500 - will he contacting my dealer to see if we can get the Apple Car Play app here - that one thing will make the car nearly perfect 👌🏻
The first 65 seconds of this video > every other car review video
You get a $300,000.00 dream machine for $100,000.00. That's my take. I own a 2018 InfraRed with Toasted Caramel LC500 and couldn't be more thrilled with this car. It's a steal at the price plus you get as a bonus Japanese (Lexus/Toyota) reliability. Everything about the car is beautifully thought out including the infotainment system which most people don't bother to learn. Opportunities, really good ones, don't come along too often in life but if you get the chance to purchase an LC500...do it! The German competition will only drain your bank account and you'll wonder soon enough how you got suckered into believing the hype. Own this car for just one week and you'll be so proud of yourself for having the good sense to buy it, it will change your whole outlook on life. Don't get me wrong. It's still a man-made object and things can go wrong but odds are you'll be driving this car past the dealership for quite some time. Unlike the German counterparts, you won't be waiting for the next part to break and wondering how many thousands of dollars it's going to cost you. Look at the car! Drive the car! You will want to own the car.....guaranteed!!!
Hi JayEm - really like the way you split the screen showing the camera shots of yourself in the little box and the shots of the interior or road at the same time - just seems a bit more engaging than having either/or (a bit like Matt Farah's onetakes). Cheers- John
Just bought one of these CPO, a 2019 Inspiration Series in yellow, & I'm naturally watching all the reviews on it while waiting for it to get shipped here. This video does by far the best job capturing the sound
How you like it after one year?
This is so funny because that exactly what I thought to myself after test driving the LC500 for the first time. It instantly reminded me my buddy’s 2007 DB9. Steering feel, ride, exhaust note - everything!
There are people who love power and speed so much they really don't care if they spend more time at the "fix it shop" than on the road driving. Those are the same people who aren't concerned with the cost to purchase or the amount of gas they shove through the engine. To those people, sensibility be damned. I'm not one of those people. I looked and looked and looked at all kinds of cars in all kinds of price ranges. Believe it or not, I test drove more than 20 different cars and not one of them....not from Lamborghini to Porsche made my heart flutter. I looked closely at the fit and finish and was embarrassed for some of the manufacturers. I did research on reliability and not a single car passed the test. Then one day, right out of the blue, my wife and I were going out to eat at a nearby restaurant and I saw this MACHINE in the parking lot. It was the same exact machine in this video but it had a more natural tan interior. I did a double-double take and my knees buckled and down I went. I'm serious! After a few seconds down there on the ground and still in awe of this parked MACHINE, I slowly got up and looked ...no stared....at the car. Sometimes when you see an extremely beautiful woman who takes your breath away, you get this same feeling. I walked around the car a couple of times, stared into the driver's and passengers window and told my wife....this is what I've been looking for. It truly was love at first sight. With two weeks a 2018 Infra Red with Toasted Caramel Interior Lexus LC 500 was parked in my garage. It took me about a month or so to really become familiar with the Enform Infotainment System. I can tell anyone flat out, this is the most wonderful car ever produced. You really can't stop staring at it. When you drive it, it's a feeling like no other! This reviewer did a pretty good job with the video but you haven't lived until you've driven one of these machines. Don't think for one minute you're buying a race car. It isn't that. It is a well designed, magnificently put together and very comfortable tourer that is faster than you'll ever need and more fun to drive than anything else on the road today. And....here's the best part. Unlike those "other" cars that come from Germany, Italy and England you're not going to spend a gazillion dollars on parts and labor having to fix things that should never break. Lexus is a great company and they stand behind their product. Since their cars are so well designed and so well built, chances are all you'll ever have to do is change the oil, replace the fluids, buy new tires and all that normal stuff that goes along with owning a car. Your dash buttons won't melt in the sun. You won't pay $2500.00 for a water pump. You won't wait months for a part. You won't shake your head in disbelief how a company that makes such an expensive car makes cheap, crappy parts that are probably designed to fail. So, for what it's worth, the reviewer gets it IMHO. This car, quite possibly, is the best car ever made!
Awesome review. I love the Lexus V8s, got a LS460 with the 4.6, the soundtrack on the naturally aspirated V8 is just epic
These things are achingly gorgeous in the flesh. I seriously haven't seen such a beautiful car in person in quite some time.
I just bought one on Monday, and it is all the dream car you said it is at a reasonable price. Cheers mate!
Hi Jim, great review. I believe the car was a “standard” LC500 with the 21” rims which are now an option (along with the Mark Lev hifi and HUD) in the UK. The 21”s were not an option when launched. I drove a Sport+ for a day 18 months ago and couldn’t live with the ride quality on poor UK roads. I think they’ve improved the ride for the MY19 cars and I’d stick with the 20s in the UK. Also worth noting that this is one of the slowest deprecating cars currently on sale in theUK...
The driving intro is, as you folks say, Brilliant!
Awesome vid. If there is other demand aside from myself, you should consider doing more driving/sound video snippets separated into their own videos, in addition to supporting these. I would love to watch/listen to that.
They may appear on Patreon when I relaunch it
I saw one of these (hybrid version)
in an ASDA car park, everyone that walked past was staring at it.
It's definitely the best use of the spindle grill yet in a Lexus.
The grill makes sense on the LC500 and it looks great. I don't really like the grill on any of the other models.
I love this car. Sat in one at FOS last year and was blown away by the details.
It blows my mind how every review for the LC500 is all praises yet, it does not sell well. This is going to be one of those cars that will be worth a nice chunk in a few years.
It’s great to see a big dude like me driving the cars I’m looking to buy. Love the content!
Great video, I love the sound of the LC! When I reviewed the LC I loved the quality of the interior!
I got to drive these at the Lexus performance driving school. Amazing drive, downshifts are deep and let you know you're driving something special. Red is probably their model color, but I personally like the British green for this car.
Wow, you really outdid yourself with this one! First minute is pure carp0rn 👍👍
Cheers!
JayEmm on Cars For the NL you’d need to dig deep for one; hybrid is £ 105K; the V8 is £155K! That’s almost half of the car extra for the V8!
As an American, I am coming to your channel a bit late, but you are quickly becoming my favorite car reviewer. Also, as a LC 500 owner, I could not agree more with your review...the car is simply incredible. I have the 'performance package' (i.e. the UK's 'sport plus' trim level - rear wheel steer, carbon roof, speed actuated spoiler, etc.), and its performance/touring capabilities are epic. I took a road trip up the California coast (Highway 1) and the LC was in its zone...a car that I love to drive and loves to be driven! My only regret is that it looks like Lexus will not give us a F-version (LCF - high performance) of the LC. Just imagine the performance of this car with that V8 with a biturbo, or better yet, with the V10 from the LFA!
I would have loved to see an LC F
I drive a GS450h and I can say with confidence that not only does that 3.5l drivetrain go a lot faster than people expect (stick it in 1st at 30 and floor it, electric torque means it'll outrun the V8 to 60); but it's a hell of a lot more than 10mpg better than the V8. I did 280 miles on £25 of fuel last week, and nearly 40 miles was through the centre of London. Once it's warmed up that hybrid will do 45 mpg regardless of where you drive it- the V8 does 30 on the motorway or 4 in traffic.
If money was no object, I'd have the V8 of course. I love it. Realistically though, I could actually justify buying and running a used LC500h in a few years.
I own one the same color, with the Sport Package (four-wheel steerable etc.). I agree with your evaluation, it is honest. You get used to the infotainment system, after a while. With 4,200 km (2,600 miles) I paid 87,500 $ Canadian, or about 60,000 $ U.S. A bargin. Keep up the good show!
Great ride, superb commentary and thanks Japan for leading the way. 007, Lexit too Lexus, looks great.
10.35.... That colour nail varnish really suits you James 😂😂
As a used Lexus owner I am very happy with mine. It might be CVT hybrid, but it is quick enough and it has stayed together very well for being 11 years old.
Another vote for Lexus customer service. I've had 3 Lexus cars over the past 10 years as my daily drivers and they have looked after me incredibly well.
these look so much better in person, and great on film😌
Back for a 2nd watch one year later. Just came from the 600h L review. A rare spot and still absolutely gorgeous. I would also consider the 350h because the main reason to buy is its looks.
I’m back for a second watch also. This car is one of the best car ever made. I would love for have this and a 600hl. Diesel vehicles confirm to me why lexus is the best Japanese company
Owned an isf and loved it, rcf looks superb and when they bring out the ‘f’ of one of these it will be spectacular.
I like this format with insert and the increase of pictures of the car
I agree...this car is amazing! I've had my 2018 for 3 months and I find myself wanting to drive it every chance I get. If you see a delivery sign on top of mine...its not because I'm hurting for money :)
Brilliant review! Do you think there is a hole in the market for an aftermarket kit that could correct all the flaws on this cars infotainment system?
The whole point here , is that the LC500 is pretty much the best built car you can buy , not only a Lexus but a show case for Lexus , Germans couldn’t dream of building a car specifically the engine as good as this Lexus . Fact . Stunning
I just spotted one of these in the pub car park last night. The sound is very sweet.
Intro was lovely.
The beige interior is magnificent. Different tone and texture with layered materials 👌
ooh, the sounds this car makes are just wonderful!!! a great thing to hear in the morning!
Better, more reliable, and half the price. And maintenance is a fraction of the price of an Aston lol. I love Lexus!
Lexus 5.0L = 470hp
Alfa Romeo 2.9L = 540hp
lmao what a piece of trash
@@notlNSIGHT ok chang
@@notlNSIGHT you're not white lol. no white is obsessed with lame foreign cars. you're probably a mutt.
@@ivangamer8022 Nigga shut the fuck up clown
@@ivangamer8022 you’re seriously making yourself look like a clown
That engine note is just so wholesome 😭😭 better than the current Aston/Mercedes engines
How much time did it take you to set up that 2 second shot of the car running along the dam? Incredibly gorgeous.
Onyx Black with White Leather for me...
I adore the LC500
I'd have the same interior, with dark blue if thats an option. Just have to rob a bank first however
You get a like, not just for my favourite vid so far, but for the tunnel run and evil laugh at the end.....
Best intro to a car video ever! I watched it more than once :-)
I don't want to buy one of these and I'll probably never be able to justify spending that kind of money on a car. I have no idea why this video was recommended by UA-cam but I watched the whole video and was captivated by the car and the reviewer. Subscribed.
I'm late to the party on this is one of my dream cars now I love astons but there's very few cars you can sit next to an Aston and I actually look at the Lexus more and sound and interior just finish it off you got to salute Lexus for this one, being as of saying this is a year late there's also the convertible version now which would please the Mrs if we won the lottery and my god you get closer to that beautiful sound👍
@JayEmm on Cars - I have a C7 Z06 coupe with a manual. Is this an upgrade in your opinion despite less power and the auto box?
A short while ago i saw one in metallic white and it was a gorgeous!
What region were you driving in? I live in Canada and have had many road trips in the U.S. This looks like my new favourite car. I have really enjoyed your Jaguar saloon videos!
😊 I clicked the bait, loved the intro, and ...its another great piece. Although I've never driven one I concur, the Lexus LC500 is really cool, however I imagine the want thing you mention is likely to gravitate wealthy buyers in the direction of Aston
I have a 2011 Aston Rapide. The only thing stopping me moving over is the V12 in the Aston - It's God's own noise. I previously had an ISF so I understand the pull of the Lexus - Suspect my next car will be a LC500 V8.
I had both a 2009 DBS and a 2009 V8 vantage so know what you mean. Looks are subjective but I would say that having driven an LC once that it looked and sounded every bit as good as an Aston with v8 or v12. (My mates thought the v8 sounded slightly better but sportshift gearbox was rubbish) the reliability and running costs are much much much better. As of June 2021 an LC gets 12 months free warranty when you service it at a Lexus dealer, up to 10 years.
Lovely car and if you add Apple CarPlay and Siri it really does make the infotainment more than good and the sound of the stereo is as good as any Naim or Bowers & Wilkins I’ve tried, very underrated car and with the extended warranty for 10 years if you service at Lexus, then it’s a no brainier and a bargain to boot second hand 🚙👍🏻
this car is as distinctively beautiful as the nissan 300zx twin turbo was when in it came out in the early '90s.
Sounded like an orchestra driving up the road😊🎼🎼🎼
I saw one today a hybrid model absolutley stunning looking car
What a review and outstanding looking car very nice I enjoyed it thank you.
Thanks!
Superb. Hugely enjoyable review.
The Aston will have more paperwork and receipts during it's reign
you must add that to cost.
First nice looking car from Toyopet. Great review Jay
i currently own a 2016 RCF tvd. i love it. LC is next on the list..........
Best opening sequence yet. Loved it!
Looks like BD 9, but it doesn’t has a duck tail.. an AM contender hihi.. really really marvellous. Thanks bro 🤓💪💕
How can you not be sure you don't like how it looks... It's flipping gorgeous.
Hey can you try to review a 90s Aston Martin DB7 and/or a 90s Lancia Ypsilon? If you can find one. That would be great.
Your double blunder of talking about cars on UA-cam is our huge win. Easily one of the best car channels. I like this car but if I had the money I'd go for either the RC or LC.
Very accomplished review. Thanks for posting...
Thanks. An annoying technical issue with focus but cant win em all
More would be sold, certainly in the UK where only 44 were sold in 2022, if its 0-62 mph time was 4 seconds rather than 4.7. A fantastic looking car that needs more oomph
Now that’s a start to a car review
Your videos remind me of the old Top Gear episodes in which you actually learnt about different cars instead of the "what can we set up as a hilarious accident" crap of recent years. Keep up the good work👍
Great review. Toyota spent so much time on this and the LFA and made amazing engine/chassis combinations. Why didn’t they do that with the Supra? Would have been epic.
Very confusing isn't it?
Cost. Japanese manufacturers learnt thr hard way in the 90's that developing bespoke everything and hot cars is very expensive.
Platform sharing gets everywhere.
Al Hemmings True... but in that case, I think I’d have skipped developing this car at all and would have spent on the mass market favorite Supra instead. They’d have had their super car (LFA) and their sports car. This one albeit beautiful and I’d love to have one, is kind of a weird inbetweener. Strange choice on where to spend. I’ve only seen one in the wild out here in Seattle (a place that is booming with luxury cars).
Lexus actually could have partnered with BMW for this car instead on either the M5 or M6 platform. Lexus drivers would have not minded buying a BMW/Lexus in the same way that small JDM sports car fans didn’t mind buying a Toyota/Subaru. Heck, Impreza and Supra drivers show up at all the same car shows and even belong to the same car clubs. Z4/Supra drivers hardly even speak to one another lol. Miscalculation here.
Beautiful
Fast
Luxurious
Loud
Reliable
Take my money... In 4 years
Compared to your Evora and the V8 Vantage S you’ve previously reviewed, how do you think it does on backroads?
Between the two. Not as nice to steer as either, but much better gearbox than the Aston.
Stunning car just like the view at 5:22 Wow!
Wonderful review as always
Hi I have had Lexus cars for a number of years and the remote mouse is something that you don’t think about after a while . It does bother me that all reviewers that are not using this regularly slate it , have one for a month and then see how you feel , oh and if you just want to change the radio station try the steering wheel controls much safer way in any car !
Nice review, neat and detailed
Good review, and great car. Wonder what the facelift will bring.
Fantastic car . Sounds good . Looks good . Very Reliable . And they hold their value very well
If you can afford one get one
The car is awesome lots of times after shopping I’ll find someone taking pics of it with lots of questions