@@TheEryk03there is slight criticism too that over the years they got more plastic in and some of the new V6 models in Toyota land being slightly problematic nowadays - BUT the company makes a full engine replacement for free. Other than that and design taste - there is not much to complain about their cars. Good bang for the buck and good resell value due to reliability.
This has been at the top of my "car I would buy the day I won the lottery" list for several years now, for all of the reasons you listed... and most Lexus dealers around here have them in stock.
ua-cam.com/video/T3QlHGa2KMI/v-deo.htmlsi=GpsldX_RmqTA5mcA if you enjoyed that you, might enjoy this clip to . This engine loves to hit the limiter , if you go around youtube pretty much everyone whoe reviews an LC500 spanks that shit 🤣
Don't Lexus route the induction through the dashboard? If I remember correctly it's a little trick they picked up from the LFA Literally serves no purpose other than sound 😅
@txl420 the induction has a pipe that is routed to the cabin for sound , it's basically a microphone for the intake but the sound is actually natural and just like the LFA the sound inside the car manages to be as awesome as in the outside
@@sergiopereira9546 yeah it's a "trick" , method, that's been done before, well before Lexus and Porsche with the GT4's interior carbon intake tract....they use a tube which transmits intake harmonics into the cabin, great for cars that have good intake noise and good sound deadening which would usually cancel each other out unless the windows were down. Of course, I can't remember who's done it before, but it's been done before quite a few times if I can recall, starting in the 80s potentially? I'm having a rough morning with memory 😅
When Toyota and Yamaha work together, greatness gets made! The LC500's 2UR-GSE V8 has Yamaha designed heads. Many of Toyota's best performance engine have Yamaha designed head like the 3S and 1JZ engine. And of course the most legendary Toyota and Yamaha collaboration is the LFA's V10 engine.
Didn’t know the V8 was a Yamaha unit. The 1.8l 2ZZ-GE engine in the last Celica which is a potent little thing. Which basically makes them all big motorcycle engines, something that makes me smile (I know it’s not that simple)
@@TonerLow don't forget, the hideous 1st Gen (all of them are hideous lol) Pontiac Vibe GT also came with the Toyota 2ZZ-GE 😅 , the base came with the 'Yota 1ZZ-FE (hopefully nobody reads this but you, but it's a great place to source a 2ZZ-GE if you need one for a project, seeing as there were very few, 3 to be exact, TRIMS of car in the US to have the 2ZZ-GE, besides the Elise that is, can't count that, only time they come out is for a K20/24 that's built usually 😅)
7:20 the gazers almost got someone killed again. You CAN NOT just come to a halt within a high speed section with no visibility where the next drivers are coming around the corner with 200 km/h with no advanced warning. There have been bad mass accidents with such situations, and it could have easily happened here again. The warning system also didn't recognize the situation and there was no yellow beforehand, which obviously also needs to be improved.
i remember a video of misha's not too long ago that the exact same thing happened at the same section, traffic basically stopped and him coming in at full speed.
@@umnickaleatorio Indeed and under this same video, I had indicated an incident, but much more frightening in the same place, with 3 subaru wrx and an m3 e30 (dtm?). The videos are still visible...every wrx had a camera. No damage, but... it was really hot 😨
I just ordered the LC500 with the dynamic package after selling my McLaren after 4+ years of ownership. I had no idea the LC500 would take on Nurburgring...truly impressed with the performance.
I read recently that Mercedes are not selling as many current C63 due to them now having a four cylinder engine, it’s actually quicker than the V8 it superseded. That’s proof that top speed is not everything, the LC500 Lexus is so much fun to drive, it’s a real enjoyable vehicle to experience.
Always wondered what this GT car could do on a track. Love the sound, especially while downshifting. Lexus V8 is really good. Also love the smile of the guy! Thanks for bringing the car!
@jpecc8314 Issa swapped E36 four-banger, but the kicker is that it was swapped to another BMW four-banger. Not that its wrong tho, just unexpected when most people anticipate the swap to be a straight six or K-series
I saw Misha, I saw Lexus and I never clicked watch quicker in my life!!!! To summarise the video. Misha absolutely whips the fuck out of this car. It's quite close to my heart as I owned the Lexus RCF which has the same engine. Until my 2 daughters arrived and I needed something more practical and economical. Now I'm a proud owner of an RX hybrid. I will one day get an F again. The way the V8 sings is phenomenal. This car isn't a racing car but it's definitely a fun GT. Comfort and excitement. Plus you can abuse the hell out of the car and it'll never break like the others. Superb engineering!!!
Surprisingly good handling for a 2 Ton car! Very impressive from Lexus! And with semislick tyres it would go even faster on the corners! Very nice for a stock GT car!
I just purchased the is500 - same engine and 1 more horsepower - which is lighter and omg what a beast. Lexus when I want it and muscle car when I need it. Really impressed.
I agree, had one of these a few times driving cross state, I could have taken the freeway to my destination but took back roads most of the way there, really enjoyed my time with the IS 500, really great 'sleeper' car. If I get the chance to purchase one I most certainly will.
I had the pleasure of getting to take one of these home for a weekend to diagnose a road noise. Incredible vehicle and that redline note gives you goosebumps. I’ve been waiting for you to drive one of these and it did not disappoint 🙏
Got delivery of my 2024 LC 500 convertible, ultimate edition 4 weeks ago. My first Lexus and it took me two years to jump through the loop and choose a Lexus over European premium brands. After several 911 convertibles, a Ferrari California Handling Speciale, an AMG S63 convertible, I must say the LC 500 is the most compelling package for my requirements. A brilliant GT with plenty of fun and emotions and all build to last. The materials used in the interior, the finishing are just on another level and the V8 and exhaust sounds are pure music, no fake AMG pops and crackles, all real.
I'm really glad you got the chance to drive this car! I'm a huge of the LC500 based on style and sound alone, and it's sad that not a lot of people get to experience it. Yes it's slower than anything Germany has to offer, and it's a bit of a boat, but it has so much character and elegance that is second to none.
100% If it was boosted like the Germans, it would kill them all. But, that's not the point of this car. It's a luxury GT afterall. Meant to have a soul and be elegant.
my man in christ, since when is a supra supposed to cost 120k€+? of course you get a much fancier car costing more than twice as much as the actual Supra
Honestly, why are they so damn rare? Is there something wrong with them? It can´t be the price because i see tons of 911 and even SUV in the same price league on the streets.
My neighbours IS300H In F SPORT Trim looks identical from the front. Obviously no where near as quick as this, but what a fantastic looking machine. Well done LEXUS 10 years later still looking the part.
This was great to see! Beautiful car. I've owned a 2016 Lexus GS F for four years now, and I love it. I've only seen two others on the road in that time. I live in Washington State and enjoy taking it over the North Cascades Highway 20. I would love to ride in it with Misha driving it on the Ring.
The LC500 is probably one of my favorite autos. THE luxurious Japanese Muscle Car! Ps: I have just noticed that Misha used the "Sport" mode, and not the "Sport Plus" mode... Very good lap though!
@@charedj I have been considering getting the LC500 coupe as well. Which factory installed performance options does your car have (e.g. LSD, variable ratio steeting, four wheel steering, etc)?
@charedj I would do the custom configuration (Individual mode), put everything else on Sport+ (throttle, steering wheel, suspension), and keep the transmission on Sport. You sacrifice the suspension stiffness by just going Sport. Wasn't that noticeable? Or do you prefer softer suspension on the Nürburgring?
Such a wonderfully engineered car that checks a ton of boxes, especially for the money. I've owned mine now for 4 years (amongst other cars) and just cannot get rid of the car, it's that special. I've always been curious how it would it do in the hands of a expert driver on the Ring, now I know. Well done, great to watch! 👍
Great lap, the car is the unassuming star…just after you stopping in time for the vehicle that spun! Lexus build brilliant vehicles,not only from a Quality perspective but engineering is also great 👍👍
As a six year owner of a 2018 LC500, the last thing on my list of priorities is SPEED. Honestly, it's plenty fast for the public roads. It was never intended to be a race car but simply a high performance GT machine. That's exactly what it is. I realize most people picture themselves as world-class Formula One drivers but they couldn't be any more wrong. When you take an ordinary untrained driver and stick him or her behind the wheel of a 700 hp automobile, chances are they will violate the number one rule of driving which is DON'T GET DEAD. The LC 500 is an exquisite machine that is super reliable, comfortable and fun to drive. It's as luxurious as anyone would ever want. The fit and finish is literally perfect. If you want a car that will set the lap record at Nurburgring, don't buy the LC. If you want a car that you will enjoy driving every single day for six years, now going on seven, this is the car for you. Be realistic. You're sharing the public roads with people who simply want to get from Point A. to Point B. safely. 99% of your driving is like this. Go drive an LC 500 and you will understand how the designers and engineers at Lexus got it so right!!
I love that he took one of the out with the rear steer equipped. A lot of the time a youtuber takes one of these out it's missing that feature. It makes a big difference.
I was only 18 when I got to drive one of these doing car detailing many years ago. Even to this day nothing has quite felt as cool to sit in as the LC500
LC500 is probably the only GT that you don't need to worry about every time you turn the ignition on. Reliability, comfort, the beautiful V8 note - what else can one want?
I had a very similar situation to the one at 07:20. I was coming out of the same corner with a rental Golf VIII at quite some speed and just after the corner the entire track was full of cars literally standing because there was some car on the grass - I couldn't comprehend why all of them decided its a good idea to stop. Nothing bad happend I was able to slow down but still it was scary.
that crash was caused by 2 cars driving side by side at about 50mph, i was amongst a few cars that came round the corner at speed to be greeted by a blocked track, e36 had to take the grass and spun, luckily only just kissed the barrier but could’ve been a lot worse
Nice another 2UR-GSE on the channel. I know someone out there has got to have an RCF Track or Fuji Speedway and they need to give to Misha immediately.
My dad just sold his LC500 for a DB11 AMR. I miss the Lexus so much! Is the DB11 sexier and does it get more comments? Sure. But the emotion of the Lexus was so unique. Also has a much better build quality and interior despite being 1/3 the price.
I always liked these, the design, the overall build, modern rwd coupe, v8, just an awesome car. Deff more "special" then most of the European cars, dont rly see them around here. Imagine a manual gearbox swap or version, that would be a banger. I feel like lots of people will disagree, but it kinda gives off the more modern, C63 coupe vibes.
for sure an underrated car in everyway possible because its comfy luxurious but also can do track time sounds great looks unique reliable even here in Canada we don't see LC500 very often
My friends dad bought a lexus this year with the intent of it being his winter car but his miata needed some work so he got to enjoy a road trip and some town driving for a bit. The attention to detail and focus on the driver in these cars is amazing.
the car was in comfort mode (which in all lexuses is called sport mode, confusing). The sport mode is actually called Sport+ and you need to move dial one more time, then it says Sport+ on screen, it firms up the suspension, makes shifts quicker.
2UR-GSE One of the best V8's still in production today. Great power, amazing sound and Toyota reliability. The only weak point is that Toyota tunes the transmission very conservative and it doesn't let you be as aggressive as you would like.
The convertible version of this car is one of the prettiest most beautiful elegant cars I've ever seen in my life. Even the saloon is absolutely stunning.
02:41 brought an epic smile to my face 😁 You can see he just realized the whole situation, so it seems. Sitting with Misha in an epic car, the Bilstein bridge...no...the whole track in front of him! Lets gooo🤩
Very impressive considering it is not designed for or meant to be taken to the track at all. Having driven LC500 several times, it is very much driven towards comfort and long distance cruising. It is a luxury GT car that is 4400 lbs and very softly sprung, but driving makes a huge difference.
The order in the passenger seat smiling from ear to ear says it all. I love the diabolical laugh he does when Misha bangs off the limiter lol. He's like yes Lexus! Sing!!
Rad 🤩, Thanks Misha all us LC owners are happy that our baby got your seal of approval. A true testament to this Lexus GT and all the Lexus F-Sport team is capable of!
Lexus are so underrated, always a premium experience and the engines basically run forever if you do some basic maintenance.
It's opposite. They are overrated. I never saw a bad opinion about their cars.
But they are Japanese.
@@TheEryk03there is slight criticism too that over the years they got more plastic in and some of the new V6 models in Toyota land being slightly problematic nowadays - BUT the company makes a full engine replacement for free. Other than that and design taste - there is not much to complain about their cars. Good bang for the buck and good resell value due to reliability.
@@jmark7390yep, better than German.
@@filipjnc See? this is exactly what I wrote. Even you overrate it.
Why is no one talking about how he is a perfect 50/50 semblance of Sebastian Vettel and Fernando Alonso
I came here for the comments on my car but cheers my dude 😂
@@charedjhahahah
LOL. Can’t unsee now 🤣
Hahah spot on!
Sebando Velonso? Yes absolutely!
I had a great lap, cheers Misha!
Joe Russel? Hah, went to school with you. We played Nintendo at your house once.
@@Rawreeeeyou didn’t recognize him from the video but from his comment ?😭😂
Well that definitely sounds true.
Chared, excuse me .. but all I could think of was hearing you say 'head to the chopper'.. its a compliment. 👍
Nice car ❣️👍🏼
Love from Berlin,
Ramsi 🙋🏻♂️
This has been at the top of my "car I would buy the day I won the lottery" list for several years now, for all of the reasons you listed... and most Lexus dealers around here have them in stock.
straight spaceship
Same
Same! But in green with the beige interior!
Top of my list.
Yep. It will be mine!!! Mahwahaha!!
6:24 banging off the rev limiter, omg this has to be one of the best sounding v8s, what a machine
ua-cam.com/video/T3QlHGa2KMI/v-deo.htmlsi=GpsldX_RmqTA5mcA if you enjoyed that you, might enjoy this clip to . This engine loves to hit the limiter , if you go around youtube pretty much everyone whoe reviews an LC500 spanks that shit 🤣
the shift was so smooth tho, that gearbox seems pretty good.
Don't Lexus route the induction through the dashboard? If I remember correctly it's a little trick they picked up from the LFA
Literally serves no purpose other than sound 😅
@txl420 the induction has a pipe that is routed to the cabin for sound , it's basically a microphone for the intake but the sound is actually natural and just like the LFA the sound inside the car manages to be as awesome as in the outside
@@sergiopereira9546 yeah it's a "trick" , method, that's been done before, well before Lexus and Porsche with the GT4's interior carbon intake tract....they use a tube which transmits intake harmonics into the cabin, great for cars that have good intake noise and good sound deadening which would usually cancel each other out unless the windows were down. Of course, I can't remember who's done it before, but it's been done before quite a few times if I can recall, starting in the 80s potentially? I'm having a rough morning with memory 😅
When Toyota and Yamaha work together, greatness gets made! The LC500's 2UR-GSE V8 has Yamaha designed heads.
Many of Toyota's best performance engine have Yamaha designed head like the 3S and 1JZ engine. And of course the most legendary Toyota and Yamaha collaboration is the LFA's V10 engine.
Didn’t know the V8 was a Yamaha unit. The 1.8l 2ZZ-GE engine in the last Celica which is a potent little thing. Which basically makes them all big motorcycle engines, something that makes me smile (I know it’s not that simple)
@@deaks25 It has Yamaha designed heads, the rest is Toyota, just like the 1JZ.
@@electrikoptik Everyday’s a school day. And makes me want one even more 😅
The 2ZZ is a great mill as well. Also "The Shogun" they put in Fords.
@@TonerLow don't forget, the hideous 1st Gen (all of them are hideous lol) Pontiac Vibe GT also came with the Toyota 2ZZ-GE 😅 , the base came with the 'Yota 1ZZ-FE (hopefully nobody reads this but you, but it's a great place to source a 2ZZ-GE if you need one for a project, seeing as there were very few, 3 to be exact, TRIMS of car in the US to have the 2ZZ-GE, besides the Elise that is, can't count that, only time they come out is for a K20/24 that's built usually 😅)
7:20 the gazers almost got someone killed again. You CAN NOT just come to a halt within a high speed section with no visibility where the next drivers are coming around the corner with 200 km/h with no advanced warning. There have been bad mass accidents with such situations, and it could have easily happened here again. The warning system also didn't recognize the situation and there was no yellow beforehand, which obviously also needs to be improved.
i remember a video of misha's not too long ago that the exact same thing happened at the same section, traffic basically stopped and him coming in at full speed.
@@umnickaleatorio there should be a yellow section earlier anyway.
@@umnickaleatorio Indeed and under this same video, I had indicated an incident, but much more frightening in the same place, with 3 subaru wrx and an m3 e30 (dtm?).
The videos are still visible...every wrx had a camera.
No damage, but... it was really hot 😨
@@FacuGonz3 That would be cool
@@THESHADOW97139 damn i saw that video, it was crazy how lucky everyone was, they had good reaction
Less than a minute into the lap and I already have goosebumps. That V8 sound is glorious!
the owner had the biggest grin ever for the whole time haha amazing
I was having the best time!
he did look a bit worried going downhill to Wehrseifen though....
Haha yeah he was loving it
I just ordered the LC500 with the dynamic package after selling my McLaren after 4+ years of ownership. I had no idea the LC500 would take on Nurburgring...truly impressed with the performance.
keep us updated on your impressions vs your McLaren
I read recently that Mercedes are not selling as many current C63 due to them now having a four cylinder engine, it’s actually quicker than the V8 it superseded. That’s proof that top speed is not everything, the LC500 Lexus is so much fun to drive, it’s a real enjoyable vehicle to experience.
Is it me or does he look a bit like the Gigachad guy?
Gigasmile
he looks like a 50/50 between gigachad and ron pearlman
@@ChapuleTaylor Thanks, was looking for the Ron Pearlman comment 😃
Nah it’s ALONSO’s long lost brother
I mean, I'll take it
the moment i saw the words LC500 and MIsha uploading it I immediately clicked
I had to look twice, almost couldn't believe my luck! Man oh man, the emotion in that lap!
Always wondered what this GT car could do on a track. Love the sound, especially while downshifting. Lexus V8 is really good.
Also love the smile of the guy! Thanks for bringing the car!
And just like that, the used market for LC500 went up a notch
0:15 That zoom into the Geobaz BMW is gold when you recognise the lore behind it
Yessss!
truly the car of all time
What’s the lore
@@jpecc8314 Gotta watch MG2
@jpecc8314 Issa swapped E36 four-banger, but the kicker is that it was swapped to another BMW four-banger. Not that its wrong tho, just unexpected when most people anticipate the swap to be a straight six or K-series
Dude the whole way around: 😁
You know the engine is tuned by Yamaha because the subtitles say "(music)"
Wow, thought it was the LFA only. Very cool.
Yamaha has tuned Toyota/Lexus engines since the seventies
Beautiful, great sound, ample power, very decent handling, and good compliance. Dream car ❤
LC500 is one of my favorites! Did a track day in one and really enjoyed it
I saw Misha, I saw Lexus and I never clicked watch quicker in my life!!!!
To summarise the video. Misha absolutely whips the fuck out of this car.
It's quite close to my heart as I owned the Lexus RCF which has the same engine. Until my 2 daughters arrived and I needed something more practical and economical. Now I'm a proud owner of an RX hybrid.
I will one day get an F again. The way the V8 sings is phenomenal.
This car isn't a racing car but it's definitely a fun GT. Comfort and excitement. Plus you can abuse the hell out of the car and it'll never break like the others.
Superb engineering!!!
It's my dream car, I'm lucky to have it. Congratulations on the daughters, maybe an ISF is next for you?
@@charedjor A GS F
I like how the car shows at which rpm was your last gear switch as if you were playing some computer game 😄
or like old F1 racing graphics
Just like the LFA
I've driven the LC500 on track a few times. Such a joy to drive, and soooo good for the ears
Surprisingly good handling for a 2 Ton car! Very impressive from Lexus! And with semislick tyres it would go even faster on the corners! Very nice for a stock GT car!
Saw the thumbnail.
Freaked out.
Pressed play.
Pressed like.
Happy 😊❤️
I just purchased the is500 - same engine and 1 more horsepower - which is lighter and omg what a beast. Lexus when I want it and muscle car when I need it. Really impressed.
I agree, had one of these a few times driving cross state, I could have taken the freeway to my destination but took back roads most of the way there, really enjoyed my time with the IS 500, really great 'sleeper' car. If I get the chance to purchase one I most certainly will.
I had the pleasure of getting to take one of these home for a weekend to diagnose a road noise. Incredible vehicle and that redline note gives you goosebumps. I’ve been waiting for you to drive one of these and it did not disappoint 🙏
Got delivery of my 2024 LC 500 convertible, ultimate edition 4 weeks ago. My first Lexus and it took me two years to jump through the loop and choose a Lexus over European premium brands. After several 911 convertibles, a Ferrari California Handling Speciale, an AMG S63 convertible, I must say the LC 500 is the most compelling package for my requirements. A brilliant GT with plenty of fun and emotions and all build to last. The materials used in the interior, the finishing are just on another level and the V8 and exhaust sounds are pure music, no fake AMG pops and crackles, all real.
Someone who has a good taste...
Congrats on your new car!
I'm really glad you got the chance to drive this car! I'm a huge of the LC500 based on style and sound alone, and it's sad that not a lot of people get to experience it. Yes it's slower than anything Germany has to offer, and it's a bit of a boat, but it has so much character and elegance that is second to none.
100%
If it was boosted like the Germans, it would kill them all. But, that's not the point of this car. It's a luxury GT afterall. Meant to have a soul and be elegant.
You want speed? Buy GTR. This car is for someone that love driving with good enough performance
This is the modern Supra:
- Looks timeless ✅
- GT ✅
- sick ass engine ✅
- nobody bought it ✅
It's actually the grandson of the Toyota Soarer, another great GT car.
@@Leaptab no, it's grandson of crown coupe. Crown Coupe->Soarer/SC->LC500. Supra only have a bit relation to SC.
my man in christ, since when is a supra supposed to cost 120k€+? of course you get a much fancier car costing more than twice as much as the actual Supra
Honestly, why are they so damn rare? Is there something wrong with them? It can´t be the price because i see tons of 911 and even SUV in the same price league on the streets.
@@valiant8730 no because I'm talking about chronology. Soarer/SC300/SC400 > SC430 > LC500
This is a masterpiece - really well built and made for the track as well as the road.
It is so nice to see that a luxury car that actually looks good also performs as well on the track
My neighbours IS300H In F SPORT Trim looks identical from the front. Obviously no where near as quick as this, but what a fantastic looking machine. Well done LEXUS 10 years later still looking the part.
Uh what? LC500 looks WAY better than an IS300 from the front
This was great to see! Beautiful car. I've owned a 2016 Lexus GS F for four years now, and I love it. I've only seen two others on the road in that time.
I live in Washington State and enjoy taking it over the North Cascades Highway 20. I would love to ride in it with Misha driving it on the Ring.
Had to be an Ozzy bloke to bring Misha the LC 500. All us LC fan boys are smiling ear to ear along with you during the lap, on ya mate! 🤝
Oi! Kiwi mate, kiwi!
But I'm glad you were smiling mate
The LC500 is probably one of my favorite autos. THE luxurious Japanese Muscle Car!
Ps: I have just noticed that Misha used the "Sport" mode, and not the "Sport Plus" mode...
Very good lap though!
Yep, at my recommendation. With sport+ on the trans overheats about half/two thirds of a lap in. I think I need a trans cooler to avoid that.
@@charedj I have been considering getting the LC500 coupe as well. Which factory installed performance options does your car have (e.g. LSD, variable ratio steeting, four wheel steering, etc)?
This has them all, I was lucky enough to get a fully optioned one.
@charedj
I would do the custom configuration (Individual mode), put everything else on Sport+ (throttle, steering wheel, suspension), and keep the transmission on Sport.
You sacrifice the suspension stiffness by just going Sport. Wasn't that noticeable? Or do you prefer softer suspension on the Nürburgring?
Such a wonderfully engineered car that checks a ton of boxes, especially for the money. I've owned mine now for 4 years (amongst other cars) and just cannot get rid of the car, it's that special. I've always been curious how it would it do in the hands of a expert driver on the Ring, now I know. Well done, great to watch! 👍
The LC500 is supposed to be a luxury cruising GT so it shouldnt be expected to cut through corners like a porsche
Exactly
True
Now, that was a real test drive! The LC was solid in every way possible. Especially for a car weighing 4300 pounds.
The owner’s smile and laughs were priceless! Awesome lap!
Great lap, the car is the unassuming star…just after you stopping in time for the vehicle that spun! Lexus build brilliant vehicles,not only from a Quality perspective but engineering is also great 👍👍
As a six year owner of a 2018 LC500, the last thing on my list of priorities is SPEED. Honestly, it's plenty fast for the public roads. It was never intended to be a race car but simply a high performance GT machine. That's exactly what it is. I realize most people picture themselves as world-class Formula One drivers but they couldn't be any more wrong. When you take an ordinary untrained driver and stick him or her behind the wheel of a 700 hp automobile, chances are they will violate the number one rule of driving which is DON'T GET DEAD. The LC 500 is an exquisite machine that is super reliable, comfortable and fun to drive. It's as luxurious as anyone would ever want. The fit and finish is literally perfect. If you want a car that will set the lap record at Nurburgring, don't buy the LC. If you want a car that you will enjoy driving every single day for six years, now going on seven, this is the car for you. Be realistic. You're sharing the public roads with people who simply want to get from Point A. to Point B. safely. 99% of your driving is like this. Go drive an LC 500 and you will understand how the designers and engineers at Lexus got it so right!!
Spot on!
I love that he took one of the out with the rear steer equipped. A lot of the time a youtuber takes one of these out it's missing that feature. It makes a big difference.
Completely agree. Huge difference in handling.
I own a 18 year old GS450h, (it's still smoking GTI's at the traffic lights) 😁But this is next level Lexus, what a beauty!
I love how the guy is smiling the whole ride
Then they got to the traffic jam.
With that V8 soundtrack? I bet he's smiling every time he's driving the car.
It's true, the car always makes me smile.
@@charedj such a sweet car man! and that red makes it look even better!
Something about that car which is very appealing.
I was only 18 when I got to drive one of these doing car detailing many years ago. Even to this day nothing has quite felt as cool to sit in as the LC500
I JUST LOVE THE EMOTIONS! FROM HAPPINESS, TO WORRY, TO ADRENALINE, TO ‘OH SHI# I’M GONNA DIE,’ TO RELIEF, WE DIDN’T DIE! Awesome drive!
You read me like a book!
Now we need a Lexus GS-F on the ring 😅
Nice to hear a fellow New Zealander in the video :D
Ahh glad you noticed!
I always love the genuine smiles and laughter of your passengers, Misha.
Oh and very good lap and nice machine.
LC500 is probably the only GT that you don't need to worry about every time you turn the ignition on. Reliability, comfort, the beautiful V8 note - what else can one want?
I’m a simple man. I see Lexus & Misha in the title, I click, I watch, I enjoy.
I've been thinking about the LC500 on the Nürburgring for a good minute now! Thanks for bringing it to the world
I would love to visit with my RCF one day. Still an ambition to get round the ring. Awesome lap!
2UR-GSE, same engine as ISF, GSF and RCF ❤
and basically LS600.
@@TheS1PikesPeak Kinda, yeah?
@@ARentz07 yes, its a 2UR-GSE with other cams and other small modifications because the V8 in the hybrid Models run in Atkinson Mode.
And newest IS500 i guess
@@MCBek yes
I love when Misha is not taking and like 100% driving, I’m virtually feeling the car sliding and turning
its was not as fast some some cars hes driven but he was constantly haveing to maange traction loss , which makesit more fun, he had to stay focused
1:26 Just look at the shape of that thing…. My God that car’s a work of art.
Really nice watching a skilled driver, putting a good car through the gears.
Would love to see Misha drive a GSF.
It is basically the same. LC500 is based on that.
Is that a bloody VW Polo that follows them on the second half of the lap?
yes that is my waj mobile
@@tobyseaman6635 You had em in the corners honestly
@@tobyseaman6635Rocket!
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How much are you pushing lol?
Any max effort weight reduction?
THE MAN IS REALLY HAPPY, LIKE A KID!!! 🤗🤗🤗
The car alone can make him smile but paired with Misha's driving in Nur made him smile the entire lap.
I had a very similar situation to the one at 07:20. I was coming out of the same corner with a rental Golf VIII at quite some speed and just after the corner the entire track was full of cars literally standing because there was some car on the grass - I couldn't comprehend why all of them decided its a good idea to stop. Nothing bad happend I was able to slow down but still it was scary.
that crash was caused by 2 cars driving side by side at about 50mph, i was amongst a few cars that came round the corner at speed to be greeted by a blocked track, e36 had to take the grass and spun, luckily only just kissed the barrier but could’ve been a lot worse
The 5.0 V8 on the LC500 is a masterpiece. It sounds so amazing!!!
I was so happy to see you drive this one.
Beautiful car, and superbly capable
Worlds most underrated car. Reliable V8 luxury and incredible looks? Perfect.
it does cost minimum 123k€. thats not cheap, for that price there are quite a few other cars available
Only thing missing is a manual
I have been waiting for a while to have a LC500 featured on this channel
He kinda look like a brother or cousin to Sebastian Vettel
Like if Vettel and Alonso had a child
@@Bitterballin750 bruh 💀💀
@@Bitterballin750 lmao now I can't unsee it thanks
Nice another 2UR-GSE on the channel. I know someone out there has got to have an RCF Track or Fuji Speedway and they need to give to Misha immediately.
Now thats a proper automobile
This with a manual and remapped to 8000 redline is all you need in life
Probably, yes. But those do not have a manual as an option.
didnt know that AceVentura owns a Lexus. Cheers mate
The car needs an oil change ASAP after this hot lap. The oil temp was in the sky
The passenger facial expression are priceless 😂😂😂😂😂 was that his LC😂😂😂😂😂
My dad just sold his LC500 for a DB11 AMR. I miss the Lexus so much! Is the DB11 sexier and does it get more comments? Sure. But the emotion of the Lexus was so unique. Also has a much better build quality and interior despite being 1/3 the price.
Your turn to get the next iteration of the LC500 one day!
@ That’s the dream!
I always liked these, the design, the overall build, modern rwd coupe, v8, just an awesome car. Deff more "special" then most of the European cars, dont rly see them around here. Imagine a manual gearbox swap or version, that would be a banger. I feel like lots of people will disagree, but it kinda gives off the more modern, C63 coupe vibes.
Imagine one of these with a lightweight interior, carbon roof, some light aero and a titanium exhaust. !!!!
I've been waiting for one of these to turn up close enough for me to have a test drive...for now this video will have to do 😄
The owner's smile says it all...
What a machine! (In Jeremy Clarkson's voice).
for sure an underrated car in everyway possible because its comfy luxurious but also can do track time sounds great looks unique reliable even here in Canada we don't see LC500 very often
My friends dad bought a lexus this year with the intent of it being his winter car but his miata needed some work so he got to enjoy a road trip and some town driving for a bit. The attention to detail and focus on the driver in these cars is amazing.
That looks like a great car! Great sound, good grip, tight and fast gears and breaks looked great too. Great driving as usual!
One of your best sounding videos
If this engine was paired with a lightweight chasis, it would be a bmw killer on the ring
the car was in comfort mode (which in all lexuses is called sport mode, confusing). The sport mode is actually called Sport+ and you need to move dial one more time, then it says Sport+ on screen, it firms up the suspension, makes shifts quicker.
Unfortunately in sport+ the trans will throw a high temp alarm around halfway through the Nürburgring. Sport can do multiple laps thankfully.
The street version of the Lexus GT3 race car that’s coming up soon gonna be a good one, and the most reliable super car
2UR-GSE One of the best V8's still in production today. Great power, amazing sound and Toyota reliability. The only weak point is that Toyota tunes the transmission very conservative and it doesn't let you be as aggressive as you would like.
Surprised the temps didnt move! seen reviews from savage geese showing overheats, still 100% my dream car
Oil temp was getting up there
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Still within operable range
The convertible version of this car is one of the prettiest most beautiful elegant cars I've ever seen in my life. Even the saloon is absolutely stunning.
Unlike the corvette this car doesn’t have a bad angle, get while you can
02:41 brought an epic smile to my face 😁 You can see he just realized the whole situation, so it seems. Sitting with Misha in an epic car, the Bilstein bridge...no...the whole track in front of him! Lets gooo🤩
Mate, you're right, that's exactly how I felt.
@charedj So awesome! Thanks for confirming. Feel happy for you🤜🏻🤛🏼
Very impressive considering it is not designed for or meant to be taken to the track at all. Having driven LC500 several times, it is very much driven towards comfort and long distance cruising. It is a luxury GT car that is 4400 lbs and very softly sprung, but driving makes a huge difference.
“good man”
- G.I. Joe in a aloha shirt
Very entertaining drive, thank you! The LC500 is the one car I would have over any other (if I could afford it!).
The order in the passenger seat smiling from ear to ear says it all. I love the diabolical laugh he does when Misha bangs off the limiter lol. He's like yes Lexus! Sing!!
Yes it was an ISF, from Benjamin 😊
Rad 🤩, Thanks Misha all us LC owners are happy that our baby got your seal of approval. A true testament to this Lexus GT and all the Lexus F-Sport team is capable of!
The sound, the looks,... Stunning