John Coyle

Hey all, it's John Coyle. The second wave on drives is on Wednesday.

Driving impressions are under embargo until September 4th at 11PM EST, but photos should be fine to post before then.

So what do you want to know about the RC F? Post the questions here and I'll do my best to get them answered!

Lexura1414

iTrader: (6)

I want to know if Lexus will acknowledge that the RC-F is a true competitor of the M3/M4 and other cars in this class.

John Coyle

You got it.

ISF001

Motor Trend First Look Interview

"One glance at this new Lexus' slinky profile, fat tires, and bulging rear haunches suggests it's a pretty loving homage to BMW's M4 coupe. Move around front, however, and the similarity ends with a visage that is the polar opposite of a jovial Bavarian. Chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi confirms that while his baby will compete on price and performance with the M4, Mercedes C63 AMG, and outgoing Cadillac CTS-V (or forthcoming ATS-V) coupes, in terms of personality and soul it will feel as removed from those cars as a Wagnerian opera is from Kabuki theater."

Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/..._f_first_look/

Joe Z

iTrader: (10)

Great Question...


What "other brand" competitive cars will Lexus have on hand for possible back-to-back track test drives.. ?

Similar to what Lexus did a couple of years back for the 2013 GS Media / Press track event in Vegas..
And recently with the 2014 IS Media / Press track event last year in Texas.

Thanks

Joe Z

rominl

iTrader: (4)

please stay on topic

redspencer

iTrader: (1)

Being that the RC-F has the same wheelbase as the IS-F(107.5 inches), is the backseat legroom the same or noticeably smaller than the IS-F?

Ice350

iTrader: (1)

I have a brochure that says the RCF will be 450+ hp. A Lexus engineer recently told me it would be 460+. What is the final hp and tq numbers?

Ice350

iTrader: (1)

I really want an RC but I'm 6-2 250 lbs. I could never own an IS. I bang my head on the frame getting in the car every time if I don't concentrate to crane my neck. Plus it's too narrow for a big guy.
Will I be more comfortable in the RC?

AussieISF

So we as ISF owners by and large are still very happy with our cars (apart from boredom, lack of tune). What are Lexus' plans to get ISF owners to upgrade, since it means us losing 2 doors? Is there a big jump in performance or driving "kimochi" (pleasure) between the ISF and RCF?

I'd love to upgrade but really trying to find a good reason to, especially since we're losing 2 doors (and most likely 2 usable seats)

John Coyle

I'm about 6'2" and 220lbs, so I'm curious too!

iggyhop9

Fuel capacity/tank size?

I know the IS-F sits at 16 gallons or something like that and the current gen 3IS is at 17.4ish.
Can we expect a similar sized tank or one a litter bigger to make highway trip stops less frequent?

Also, clarification on the Active Sound Control; is it just piping from the actual engine or a simulated, artificial sound?

Joe Z

iTrader: (10)

Eventhough they have the same wheelbase, the RC F will actually be longer than the IS F.
Coming in at 185.2 in. verses 183.5 in.

I would say similar to IS F legroom..


Joe Z

Joe Z

iTrader: (10)

I don't think they can discuss fuel tank specs or the ASC system until the embargo lifts...

Joe Z

rjmalm

If you have time to find out I would be interested in any of these items:

1. Trunk cargo space in cubic ft.
2. Drag coefficient (cd)
3. Turning Circle
4. Fuel Tank Capacity
5. How is the cabin sound user controlled, how is it created? any specs in db?
6. CF option weight savings (excluding hood) Another thread said 20lb.
7. 1/4 mile spec, trap speed spec,