Lc 500
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Lc 500
Test drove a LC 500 over the weekend. Very nice car, but not worth the 92K sticker price if you ask me.
Seats are very comfortable, exhaust note is a tad bit raspier(more exotic sounding then the F) heads up displace is nice, sliding guage cluster is neat. Wasn't a fan of the chrome rims. 10 speed transmission seamed a bit much, doesn't shift a quick as the F. Now if you were to line up the Lc next to the F you would see a difference in a drag race, but from one car to the other i couldn't really feel the extra horsepower. Now if/when they make a LCF watch out.
I still like the ISF better
just my opinion.
Seats are very comfortable, exhaust note is a tad bit raspier(more exotic sounding then the F) heads up displace is nice, sliding guage cluster is neat. Wasn't a fan of the chrome rims. 10 speed transmission seamed a bit much, doesn't shift a quick as the F. Now if you were to line up the Lc next to the F you would see a difference in a drag race, but from one car to the other i couldn't really feel the extra horsepower. Now if/when they make a LCF watch out.
I still like the ISF better
just my opinion.
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I also had a chance to test drive a LC500 although the salesperson didn't let me take it up to freeway speeds so I'll share my impressions of driving it with minor bursts of acceleration and in-town feel.
Stock exhaust does sound way better compared to ISF stock, seats are very comfortable, build quality and materials are amazing. Downshifts sound great as usual with all the cars with this motor, I might have heard some minor crackle. I mostly drove it in S+ and the transmission wasn't terrible, agree it's slightly slower than ISF but a lot smoother too (which I prefer ISF's raw feel). I also agree I didn't feel a noticeable power difference between the ISF and LC500, as mentioned it would probably show more in a drag race. Handling was pretty nice, got to take some tight right handers on a green light and turn in feels better than ISF in my opinion. The car does feel lighter than how much it actually weights, it might be more apparent how heavy it is at higher turning speeds but at street driving it wasn't too noticeable if you aren't thinking about it. Ride quality was firmer than ISF but not harsh to me, felt like a balance between RCF and GSF, Chrome wheels are terrible to me personally.
Overall I feel like the car would be nice to purchase used in the future, maybe not for the price tag they are asking NEW. Especially if coming from a non ISF/RCF/GSF and want the V8 from Lexus with attention grabbing styling.
Only time will tell if the LC F will surprise and amaze. (hopefully)
Stock exhaust does sound way better compared to ISF stock, seats are very comfortable, build quality and materials are amazing. Downshifts sound great as usual with all the cars with this motor, I might have heard some minor crackle. I mostly drove it in S+ and the transmission wasn't terrible, agree it's slightly slower than ISF but a lot smoother too (which I prefer ISF's raw feel). I also agree I didn't feel a noticeable power difference between the ISF and LC500, as mentioned it would probably show more in a drag race. Handling was pretty nice, got to take some tight right handers on a green light and turn in feels better than ISF in my opinion. The car does feel lighter than how much it actually weights, it might be more apparent how heavy it is at higher turning speeds but at street driving it wasn't too noticeable if you aren't thinking about it. Ride quality was firmer than ISF but not harsh to me, felt like a balance between RCF and GSF, Chrome wheels are terrible to me personally.
Overall I feel like the car would be nice to purchase used in the future, maybe not for the price tag they are asking NEW. Especially if coming from a non ISF/RCF/GSF and want the V8 from Lexus with attention grabbing styling.
Only time will tell if the LC F will surprise and amaze. (hopefully)
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Having attended the Lexus Performance Driving School recently, I thoroughly enjoyed taking the LC on the track (Auto Club Speedway). Seats fit me pretty snug, especially with the side bolsters. Only thing challenging was getting out of the vehicle, as I know the area around the hamstring/thigh felt the full weight when I exited. Upshifts were quick; very comparable to my FBO F. 10 speed is overkill, but back when the ISF was new, people though 8 was as well and I'm pretty sure numerous automakers adopted that approach since.
The car felt very planted on the high speed "roval", and though it is a heavy thing, a sharp left and quick right turn that followed did not have me braking uncharacteristically or wondering if I would begin to plow into a corner. Straightaways are where she shines, and even downshifting felt more rapid than in the IS F, as expected, and sounded much more melodic in comparison to all the F's stock. Overall a beautiful product that should have only been offered as an F variant. Despite rumors and talk of LC F, this engine should've been a part of the F marquee. Not sure what is next, but the car is selling pretty darn good, since I'm seeing them a lot more now (non mfg plates).
My gripes...
-2+2 seating? It was hard as is with the IS F fitting two people back there with a dedicated door for each but the LC makes it difficult for sure
-colors; it would have been nice for Lexus to incorporate some of the color palette that was offered for the LFA into the available color options. But oddly enough, it makes me want Caviar, which I thought I could never do another black car following my F.
-park; a slight quirk, but one that could accidentally get someone veering forward trying to remember how to engage the parking function. It's slight, but not something I prefer
I wouldn't see a need to mod this thing. Given its competition, it really stands out and competes well spec wise. Sounds great, looks amazing, and for what I think it's worth, it is a great cross balance of luxury and performance, something the brand needed to prove it can do since the last major announcement of spindle grille and implementing a sportier look and feel across its lineup.
The car felt very planted on the high speed "roval", and though it is a heavy thing, a sharp left and quick right turn that followed did not have me braking uncharacteristically or wondering if I would begin to plow into a corner. Straightaways are where she shines, and even downshifting felt more rapid than in the IS F, as expected, and sounded much more melodic in comparison to all the F's stock. Overall a beautiful product that should have only been offered as an F variant. Despite rumors and talk of LC F, this engine should've been a part of the F marquee. Not sure what is next, but the car is selling pretty darn good, since I'm seeing them a lot more now (non mfg plates).
My gripes...
-2+2 seating? It was hard as is with the IS F fitting two people back there with a dedicated door for each but the LC makes it difficult for sure
-colors; it would have been nice for Lexus to incorporate some of the color palette that was offered for the LFA into the available color options. But oddly enough, it makes me want Caviar, which I thought I could never do another black car following my F.
-park; a slight quirk, but one that could accidentally get someone veering forward trying to remember how to engage the parking function. It's slight, but not something I prefer
I wouldn't see a need to mod this thing. Given its competition, it really stands out and competes well spec wise. Sounds great, looks amazing, and for what I think it's worth, it is a great cross balance of luxury and performance, something the brand needed to prove it can do since the last major announcement of spindle grille and implementing a sportier look and feel across its lineup.
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Having attended the Lexus Performance Driving School recently, I thoroughly enjoyed taking the LC on the track (Auto Club Speedway). Seats fit me pretty snug, especially with the side bolsters. Only thing challenging was getting out of the vehicle, as I know the area around the hamstring/thigh felt the full weight when I exited. Upshifts were quick; very comparable to my FBO F. 10 speed is overkill, but back when the ISF was new, people though 8 was as well and I'm pretty sure numerous automakers adopted that approach since.
The car felt very planted on the high speed "roval", and though it is a heavy thing, a sharp left and quick right turn that followed did not have me braking uncharacteristically or wondering if I would begin to plow into a corner. Straightaways are where she shines, and even downshifting felt more rapid than in the IS F, as expected, and sounded much more melodic in comparison to all the F's stock. Overall a beautiful product that should have only been offered as an F variant. Despite rumors and talk of LC F, this engine should've been a part of the F marquee. Not sure what is next, but the car is selling pretty darn good, since I'm seeing them a lot more now (non mfg plates).
My gripes...
-2+2 seating? It was hard as is with the IS F fitting two people back there with a dedicated door for each but the LC makes it difficult for sure
-colors; it would have been nice for Lexus to incorporate some of the color palette that was offered for the LFA into the available color options. But oddly enough, it makes me want Caviar, which I thought I could never do another black car following my F.
-park; a slight quirk, but one that could accidentally get someone veering forward trying to remember how to engage the parking function. It's slight, but not something I prefer
I wouldn't see a need to mod this thing. Given its competition, it really stands out and competes well spec wise. Sounds great, looks amazing, and for what I think it's worth, it is a great cross balance of luxury and performance, something the brand needed to prove it can do since the last major announcement of spindle grille and implementing a sportier look and feel across its lineup.
The car felt very planted on the high speed "roval", and though it is a heavy thing, a sharp left and quick right turn that followed did not have me braking uncharacteristically or wondering if I would begin to plow into a corner. Straightaways are where she shines, and even downshifting felt more rapid than in the IS F, as expected, and sounded much more melodic in comparison to all the F's stock. Overall a beautiful product that should have only been offered as an F variant. Despite rumors and talk of LC F, this engine should've been a part of the F marquee. Not sure what is next, but the car is selling pretty darn good, since I'm seeing them a lot more now (non mfg plates).
My gripes...
-2+2 seating? It was hard as is with the IS F fitting two people back there with a dedicated door for each but the LC makes it difficult for sure
-colors; it would have been nice for Lexus to incorporate some of the color palette that was offered for the LFA into the available color options. But oddly enough, it makes me want Caviar, which I thought I could never do another black car following my F.
-park; a slight quirk, but one that could accidentally get someone veering forward trying to remember how to engage the parking function. It's slight, but not something I prefer
I wouldn't see a need to mod this thing. Given its competition, it really stands out and competes well spec wise. Sounds great, looks amazing, and for what I think it's worth, it is a great cross balance of luxury and performance, something the brand needed to prove it can do since the last major announcement of spindle grille and implementing a sportier look and feel across its lineup.
My neighbor purchased an LC 500 for his wife and he asked me if I wanted to drive it. We put it through some of it's different driving modes. Everything posted above is true and the car really is exceptional, for his wife. Big car, very heavy and in my opinion drove like it as well.
I really don't think the LC 500 would have a chance against my IS F (RC F wheels, tires, lower control arm bushings and cat back Borla). It may have more power, but that 600 pound weight penalty would be really hard to overcome. Kind of thought the thing was a tank. I also have two LS 430's and I like them better that the LC 500. His wife loves the car though. Hasn't a clue what 470 horsepower means.
One thing, the neighbors wife said: people are constantly asking her if they can have a picture with them standing next to the car. No one has ever done that with my car.
Loren
I really don't think the LC 500 would have a chance against my IS F (RC F wheels, tires, lower control arm bushings and cat back Borla). It may have more power, but that 600 pound weight penalty would be really hard to overcome. Kind of thought the thing was a tank. I also have two LS 430's and I like them better that the LC 500. His wife loves the car though. Hasn't a clue what 470 horsepower means.
One thing, the neighbors wife said: people are constantly asking her if they can have a picture with them standing next to the car. No one has ever done that with my car.
Loren
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get giant amounts of attention with an LC, youre not going to get that in an ISF. had tons of people ask and talk to us about the car. You can see people looking at you just driving around town. LC maybe slower than an ISF but its still fast enough. More to a car than how fast it is. The reviews and praise its been getting is better than what the ISF ever got.
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get giant amounts of attention with an LC, youre not going to get that in an ISF. had tons of people ask and talk to us about the car. You can see people looking at you just driving around town. LC maybe slower than an ISF but its still fast enough. More to a car than how fast it is. The reviews and praise its been getting is better than what the ISF ever got.
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I sat in it and the interior is amazing and super comfy but if I'm spending $100k on a 2 seater I think I'd rather have a Z06. I just don't understand why they stuck the same ol V8 in it. Make is special and put the V10 in it.
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Z06 and LC are apples and oranges, the interior of the LC feels and looks like something out of a fantasy luxury space ship
The Vette is a basic muscle car with some go fast capabilities
The Vette is a basic muscle car with some go fast capabilities
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Lol @ comparing the LC500 to the Z06. No one that would actually shop for one of these cars would consider the other one instead; they serve completely different purposes. LC500 might get cross shopped with base 911 models, or more likely Merc SL.
I haven't driven one, but last time I was in for service, they started up the LC500 and the LFA in the showroom and revved them back to back. The LC500 sounded much tougher than I expected, given this will likely be a car driven by non-enthusiasts. Fantastic interior, and I would certainly take a road trip in it. Certainly wouldn't buy it for performance or DD, lots of other options in that price bracket that are more attractive.
I haven't driven one, but last time I was in for service, they started up the LC500 and the LFA in the showroom and revved them back to back. The LC500 sounded much tougher than I expected, given this will likely be a car driven by non-enthusiasts. Fantastic interior, and I would certainly take a road trip in it. Certainly wouldn't buy it for performance or DD, lots of other options in that price bracket that are more attractive.