Lexus Prototypes and Next-Gen Technology

LF-C concept is set to become the replacement for the SC430.

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 10-01-04, 12:03 PM
  #1  
LexFather
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
Default LF-C concept is set to become the replacement for the SC430.

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/?http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/ae...y.php?id=50376

Stunning Lexus Drop-top Ready To Hit Road


here's a whole host of new models coming from Lexus in the next two years - and this is one of them. The stunning LF-C concept is set to become the replacement for the SC430.

In an exclusive interview, European director Stuart McCullough told us: "The LF-C's folding roof and hybrid technology are the defining
factors of the next SC, and you should look no further than the show car as a guide to what the new model will be like."

The Japanese luxury brand also confirmed it will offer a diesel option for the first time. It will appear in the next-generation IS range, set to debut towards the end of 2005.
PHP Code:
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/picture_library/dir_33/car_portal_pic_16686.jpg?504 
What caught my eye was the DIESEL engine coming. This is SPECTACULAR news for Lexus to make serious moves in Europe.
Old 10-01-04, 12:46 PM
  #2  
talgrl626
Lexus Test Driver
 
talgrl626's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: California
Posts: 1,092
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

great news!! saving gas and looking cool @ the same time. the automobile market keeps advances on all thse neat lil stuff that def. gonna win more female consumers.

btw sick, what's in ur avatar? glow sticks tix?
Old 10-01-04, 12:55 PM
  #3  
LexFather
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
Default

Originally posted by talgrl626
great news!! saving gas and looking cool @ the same time. the automobile market keeps advances on all thse neat lil stuff that def. gonna win more female consumers.

btw sick, what's in ur avatar? glow sticks tix?
I am not telling the avatar. Hopefully someone will guess.
Old 10-01-04, 12:57 PM
  #4  
KVA
Lexus Champion
 
KVA's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: CA
Posts: 2,702
Received 15 Likes on 11 Posts
Default

Interesting news...can't wait to hear (see) more about it!
Old 10-01-04, 04:39 PM
  #5  
C-Train
Lead Lap
 
C-Train's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Kansas
Posts: 641
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally posted by 1SICKLEX
I am not telling the avatar. Hopefully someone will guess.
i turned up the brightness on my computer all the way, but i still have no idea
Old 10-01-04, 05:01 PM
  #6  
Davtown
Lexus Champion

 
Davtown's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: c
Posts: 3,426
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally posted by C-Train
i turned up the brightness on my computer all the way, but i still have no idea
hint: batman
Old 10-01-04, 07:20 PM
  #7  
Gojirra99
Super Moderator
 
Gojirra99's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Canada
Posts: 30,054
Received 187 Likes on 128 Posts
Default

The first time they unveiled the LF-C, I thought it'll be the SC430 replacement, then they say the next IS coupe/convertible will be based on it, & now this source says it's going to be the next SC ?
Old 10-01-04, 10:40 PM
  #8  
Stage3
Lexus Fanatic
iTrader: (3)
 
Stage3's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Tampa, FL
Posts: 7,379
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally posted by SexySC
The first time they unveiled the LF-C, I thought it'll be the SC430 replacement, then they say the next IS coupe/convertible will be based on it, & now this source says it's going to be the next SC ?
right on the money. i read this and just rolled my eyes... i remember reading somewhere that the LF-S was supposed to be the new GS....

oh, and it looks like the pose that wolverine used to take, but it looks like he has cape. Wolverine never had a cape...
Old 10-01-04, 11:09 PM
  #9  
TLW
Lexus Fanatic
 
TLW's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: new jersey
Posts: 14,523
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Default

im confused too

what is this going to replace ?/

is the SC definite?
Old 10-02-04, 12:40 AM
  #10  
Davtown
Lexus Champion

 
Davtown's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: c
Posts: 3,426
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally posted by Stage3
oh, and it looks like the pose that wolverine used to take, but it looks like he has cape. Wolverine never had a cape...
Originally posted by Attila
hint: batman
It's Batman AKA The Dark Knight...notice 1SICK's sig?



http://www.darkknight.ca/storylines/tdkr.html


As far as the LF-C being the SC replacement....
Old 10-02-04, 04:17 AM
  #11  
NeverSatisfied
Lexus Test Driver
 
NeverSatisfied's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: 808
Posts: 1,384
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally posted by SexySC
The first time they unveiled the LF-C, I thought it'll be the SC430 replacement, then they say the next IS coupe/convertible will be based on it, & now this source says it's going to be the next SC ?
That's what I was thinking... who to believe??
Old 10-02-04, 04:37 AM
  #12  
lex400sc
Lexus Fanatic
 
lex400sc's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: bat country
Posts: 8,387
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

I hope that exterior design and trim is a very, very, very preliminary concept model
Old 10-02-04, 06:15 AM
  #13  
MY GS300
Lexus Test Driver
 
MY GS300's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Boston
Posts: 955
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally posted by Attila
It's Batman AKA The Dark Knight...notice 1SICK's sig?



http://www.darkknight.ca/storylines/tdkr.html


As far as the LF-C being the SC replacement....
Hi guys

I thought it was that monster from "Lord of the Ring". Remember in the end of part one, they are running away from the cave and the monster has his rope and fights with Gandelf? Oh well.

-Donald
Old 10-02-04, 08:19 AM
  #14  
STIG
Lexus Test Driver
 
STIG's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: SF
Posts: 6,467
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

i dont believe that LF-C would be SC. umm it is a bit smaller than the size of SC. it is more like IS series.
Old 10-02-04, 10:34 AM
  #15  
biker
Lead Lap
 
biker's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: VA
Posts: 661
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Re: LF-C concept is set to become the replacement for the SC430.

[i]
What caught my eye was the DIESEL engine coming. This is SPECTACULAR news for Lexus to make serious moves in Europe. [/B]
It's about time - while competitive in every other area of the vehicle market, Toyota has been behind the curve when it comes to diesels. I guess they saw the light.


Quick Reply: LF-C concept is set to become the replacement for the SC430.



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 02:41 AM.