Official Lexus RC thread
01-01-14, 03:42 PM
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With a lower curb weight, M4 will be a very formidable competitor in terms of performance. Yes, there is a 30hp discrepancy between it and the RC F but we have to wait and see what the final weight and power specs for the RC F will be. I am betting the M4 may be a bit faster, as BMW is also known for underrating their engines and the M4 could very well be putting out power close to the RC F but with a ~400lb advantage.
My personal opinion, and one that I think many buyers shopping in this class will agree with, is that the RC even in standard form looks far more exotic than the M4. Aside from the overwrought bumpers, the car is relatively flat looking...nowhere near as beautifully styled or detailed as the RC. I hope that the RC F does not look over styled because the car they're basing it on is gorgeous. Those details and proportions, with F performance and credentials, will make it a very appealing buy even if M4 is faster.
My personal opinion, and one that I think many buyers shopping in this class will agree with, is that the RC even in standard form looks far more exotic than the M4. Aside from the overwrought bumpers, the car is relatively flat looking...nowhere near as beautifully styled or detailed as the RC. I hope that the RC F does not look over styled because the car they're basing it on is gorgeous. Those details and proportions, with F performance and credentials, will make it a very appealing buy even if M4 is faster.
01-01-14, 06:11 PM
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With a lower curb weight, M4 will be a very formidable competitor in terms of performance. Yes, there is a 30hp discrepancy between it and the RC F but we have to wait and see what the final weight and power specs for the RC F will be. I am betting the M4 may be a bit faster, as BMW is also known for underrating their engines and the M4 could very well be putting out power close to the RC F but with a ~400lb advantage.
My personal opinion, and one that I think many buyers shopping in this class will agree with, is that the RC even in standard form looks far more exotic than the M4. Aside from the overwrought bumpers, the car is relatively flat looking...nowhere near as beautifully styled or detailed as the RC. I hope that the RC F does not look over styled because the car they're basing it on is gorgeous. Those details and proportions, with F performance and credentials, will make it a very appealing buy even if M4 is faster.
My personal opinion, and one that I think many buyers shopping in this class will agree with, is that the RC even in standard form looks far more exotic than the M4. Aside from the overwrought bumpers, the car is relatively flat looking...nowhere near as beautifully styled or detailed as the RC. I hope that the RC F does not look over styled because the car they're basing it on is gorgeous. Those details and proportions, with F performance and credentials, will make it a very appealing buy even if M4 is faster.
01-01-14, 07:42 PM
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i was thinkin the same. they gotta somehow make it little bit more vanilla, so F stands out bit more.
01-02-14, 10:53 PM
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I hope they keep it elegant. Lexus needs to understand that they're not an aggressive brand.
Clean, smooth and well flowing lines always looks good!
Clean, smooth and well flowing lines always looks good!
Last edited by yowps3; 01-03-14 at 08:53 AM.
perhaps I missed the post, but that "400lb" difference is between the 5-Series and GS. RC-F will be heavier than the M4 but the BMW won't be a feather weight either
01-03-14, 03:48 PM
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F is being shown at Detroit for sure.. few days left.
01-07-14, 10:36 AM
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Lexus International is already gearing up for next weeks World Debut of the 2015 RC F..
http://www.lexus-int.com/motorshow/2014-detroit.html
Here are TWO videos of Chief Engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi explaining the Lexus "F"
At the end of the second video you will have approx. 10 seconds with the camoed RCF.
Enjoy,
~ Joe Z
http://www.lexus-int.com/motorshow/2014-detroit.html
Here are TWO videos of Chief Engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi explaining the Lexus "F"
At the end of the second video you will have approx. 10 seconds with the camoed RCF.
Enjoy,
~ Joe Z
Last edited by Joe Z; 01-07-14 at 07:58 PM.
