Yep. Absolutely insane, lowest mileage in the nation perhaps? asking $300K......
MKIV maybe iconic, but I will take a $170K NSX Type S any day of the week.

https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...ckType=listing

 

Once prices adjust back to where they are suppose to, Ill sell the LC and get a 488. So late 2023- early 2024

 

'suppose to'? says who?

 

me damn it! Because I want

 

if you're thinking about a ferrari 488 then at triple or more cost of an lc500, money can't be too much of a concern.

 

There are no replacements for me. Happy and enjoying!

 

oh god, even if I can afford the prices now, there aint no way I would over pay by 20-30%. My life changed extremely fast, in the past couple years. I still live in the financial mind set of buying a used coupe for $20k and setting that as my budget. The LC was a huge jump for me and made me crazy uncomfortable at first, just owning a car at this value. Seeing a car cost $50k more than it should, if not more, makes me shutter at the thought of buying it....and a bit sad! In all seriousness, one of the reasons people think these prices will stick, is because the removal of the NA engine from manufacturers. I find that argument odd because their most popular Ferrari models arent even NA. Obviously chip shortage/ covid BS caused the initial spike but the inflation is holding more because of that phase out garbage which doesnt even apply to Ferrari. Going off people that have far more experience in the used car industry, that sell, theres a consensus amongst them that it wont last. Why not agree with them, unless we are super car investors or something!

That being said, Im not expert, Im just expressing my frustration about prices and third hand info from youtube "experts". I dont want to skew this thread onto my post.

 

At this point, I could never replace my LC. I just have to add to the collection. I’m the kind of guy who gets emotionally attached to certain vehicles. The LC is my baby. I also adore my pristine 2002 base model stick shift ford ranger with plastic floors, crank windows, and a total of like 8 horsepower. My 2022 Tacoma? I could dump it tomorrow and feel nothing. I have a manual M4 coming from the factory in a couple months and I’m hoping I love it that much too, same for the Corolla GR that (eventually…) I’ll be getting, for which I’m #36 on their list and have a signed agreement for MSRP. I think the LC, the M4, the GR and the Ranger will make the perfect garage. Truck/beater? Check. Pocket rocket? Check. Grand tourer? Check? Mind numbingly fast German rocket? Check.

 

My brother just added an M4 (not gated) to his garage last month. He is in love with it and says it is infinitely better than the previous versions he has had.

 

For you, I'd say an M8 competition....nothing faster under $200k (but the Plaid), very nice interior, plenty of space, handles well, sporty, handsome, won't see it at every intersection (like the 911's and C8's), and wait time less than a year in most instances.
I've had my '12 ISF for going on 9 years now. Absolutely LOVE IT to death and never thought of replacing it. Checks all the boxes for me. Ive been wanting to add to it the LCF....waited 3-4 years patiently for it! Lexus let us down on it so I ordered a '23 Huracan. Ordered/placed a deposit in Nov. '21. Finally allocated last month and should see the car Jan/Feb '23. That was one of the only few cars that made sense to me being that Im not ridding the F, I have new SUVs (NX300 F sport for me and the lady an RX350), have a few pickup trucks (Sierra Denali and Ford Ranger). Having multiple vehicles that can do specific things makes the choice of the fun car MUCH easier as you won't need it to check every last box.
And last piece of food for though, 95% of the people I know/have talked to that have sold their F or LC for a Nissan GT-R regrets it dearly after the honeymoon period wears off! Faster for sure, but about all you get.

V.

 

Ya, I still haven't really found anything worth replacing. Two weeks ago. I showed up to a C&C event and parked right next to an AM Vantage F1 Edition. That was one of my choices, and frankly, parking right next to it, didn't really give me the urge of replacing my LC. Also keep in mind that I modified mine, so it has its own personalized look. Unfortunately (like a dummy), I didn't take a picture or video of the two cars side by side.

So far, 2 cars that still remain in my wish list:
- MB AMG GT-R (Pro)
- Porsche 992 911 Turbo S

 

Nothing compares, but do eagerly await the electric sport

 

I'm on the other side of the fence. Have a Vantage, 911 and 360 Modena. My daily was/is a LS460 which I absolutely love, but I'm 33 and wanted something a bit "younger" as a daily. Set a career goal for myself, hit it ta couple of months ago, and factory ordered a Nori Green LC500 as a year-round daily.

That said, I can't bring myself to say goodbye to the LS so it'll be around for the odd time four doors are needed.

 

Depending on what part of Ontario you are in the LS will come in handy on snowy days. Your LC will be a 2023 model I take it?? Any idea on when you might get it??

 

I recently purchased a (used 2018) LC500 and my experience may offer a perspective on the "replacement" question. I was a long time Porsche owner (first a 2008 Cayman S and then a 2012 Carrera S). Both were purchased as used vehicles. My wife until recently drove a 2012 Cayenne Turbo. We owned the 911 for 9 years and the Cayenne for 7. Our leaving Porsche was driven by two factors:
1. We believe that the current global circumstances with de-globalization and significant energy problems for Germany WILL impact Germany's ability to produce automobiles both in the short term and the long term. Porsche (unlike other members of the VW family) produces nothing in the US. This was fine in a globalized world but is already presenting issues (in the US) with getting new Porsche vehicles and extending times to get parts from Germany. We believe this problem will get significantly worse and may, in fact, never recover. I won't get into all of the reasons we believe this is true but I will note that in the past two weeks Germany nationalized some Russian owned refineries in German territory and also nationalized Uniper. This would be a major off-topic conversation so I will stop...but we believe it is now absolutely the wrong time to be Porsche owners (in the US).
2. Porsche cars are great driver's cars and offer serious benefits...at serious costs. My 911 was an awesome car. I did some track time in the car and enjoyed it thoroughly. That being said, in Florida where we live, we face increasing population, significant urbanization, and all of the traffic problems that come with Florida's success. As a result the opportunities to drive the car at anywhere near 9/10's have become steadily more rare. And, frankly speaking, the 911 on an interstate at 3/10's performance is not a great ride. The amount of road noise in the cabin is significant and exhausting at any drive time much over an hour. Conversation becomes difficult and a phone conversation is also problematic. I wanted more comfort and a better 3/10's ride while preserving the sense of occasion and fun factor. Every part we needed for the Cayenne came from Germany....every single one was uniquely shipped to our dealer....none were stocked in the US. The LC500 provided the best answer to my desires and I am very satisfied with my purchase. My traded the 911 for the LC500 and we traded the Cayenne for a Lincoln Nautilus.
Since higher priced cars are always an emotional purchase, the key for enjoyment of a replacement is knowing what you want. As an older person (hold the "OK Boomer" comments please! ), my LC500 purchase decision won't be for everyone, but I am happy with taking the less traveled road. I do not believe the LC500 has an equivalent car at its (US) price point and moving to a Porsche vehicle does mean other compromises are being made. Again frankly speaking, moving to an F Type will also expose you to similar (or worse) supply chain vulnerabilities. In a de-globalizing world, I recommend each of you consider carefully that reality.