Lexus RC350 [Archive] - REVscene Automotive Forum

StylinRed

11-04-2013, 12:46 AM

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_01.jpg

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_02.jpg

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_03.jpg

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_05.jpg

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_04.jpg

http://www.netcarshow.com/lexus/2015-rc/ <<<for different resolutions and updates

it actually does remind me of the celica like from the 3/4 view the rear wheel/trunk line (dunno what its called) and if that hood scoop version from the spy pics becomes available it will look like it even more

I like it :)

ShyGuy

11-04-2013, 01:30 AM

If lexus wants to compete with BMW/Mercedes/Audi, they really do need new engines and transmissions. A turbo 6-cylinder with a dual clutch transmission would make this car very attractive.

StylinRed

11-04-2013, 01:33 AM

Well the F version is suspected of having a V8

and according to worldcarfans

At the Tokyo Motor Show there will be two versions of the RC Coupe: RC 350 and RC 300h Hybrid.
The first one will make use of a V6 3.5-liter gasoline engine while the other will be powered by a 2.5-liter engine working together with an electric motor.
Both versions are 184.8 inches (4693mm) long, 54.9 inches (1394mm) tall, 72.4 inches (1838mm) wide and come with a 107.5-inch (2730mm) wheelbase.

A range-topping RC F is already on the way taking into account Lexus has trademarked the "RC F" moniker.
Under its hood there will probably be a V8 5.0-liter engine rated at around 455 bhp (339 kW) and 543 Nm (401 lb-ft) of torque.
The car will allegedly be showcased in January at 2014 NAIAS in Detroit.
2014 Lexus RC officially revealed (http://www.worldcarfans.com/113110465480/2014-lexus-rc-officially-revealed)

was hoping for an AWD version

Harvey Specter

11-04-2013, 04:03 AM

Too much going on; some angles the car looks pretty good but other angles it looks bad. Too bad Lexus doesn't come out with a baby LFA.

v_tec

11-04-2013, 04:12 AM

Too much going on; some angles the car looks pretty good but other angles it looks bad. Too bad Lexus doesn't come out with a baby LFA.

This IS pretty much their baby LFA.

cococly

11-04-2013, 05:26 AM

Rear overhang is a bit too much, but overall it looks good :)

CorneringArtist

11-04-2013, 05:55 AM

With the GS-F already coming down the tube, I wouldn't be surprised if there is an RC-F, which I hear has the same CF body panel technology as the LFA.

thumper

11-04-2013, 07:06 AM

with the advent of this car, is there any hope for the supra to make a return?

thumper

11-04-2013, 07:07 AM

That front grille = predator maw.

hmm...

http://response.jp/imgs/zoom/620112.jpg

http://www.wingedmammal.com/comic_con_2011/DSC_8299.jpg

BBMme

11-04-2013, 07:38 AM

wow, I actually really like it, but gotta see it in person.

Nlkko

11-04-2013, 07:40 AM

Its a proper successor to the SC400, not that bimbo box sc430
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Timpo

11-04-2013, 09:15 AM

with the advent of this car, is there any hope for the supra to make a return?Lexus LF-LC

http://stwot.motortrend.com/files/2012/10/Lexus-LF-LC-Blue-front-view-1024x640.jpg
http://stwot.motortrend.com/files/2013/03/Lexus-LF-LC-left-rear-side.jpg
http://chizomiz.biz/jpg/lexus/Lexus-LF-LC_Concept_2012_1024x768_wallpaper_07.jpg
http://motormania.eu.com/MM/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/2012-Lexus-LF-LC-concept-13.jpg
http://stwot.motortrend.com/files/2012/05/Lexus-LF-LC-Concept-interior.jpg
http://strumors.automobilemag.com/files/2012/01/Lexus-LF-LC-Concept-interior-dashboard-2.jpg
http://media.caranddriver.com/images/media/482347/lexus-lf-lc-blue-concept-interior-photo-482449-s-1280x782.jpg

Tr1ll

11-04-2013, 01:46 PM

Would definitely pick this over the 4 series, C coupe, or the A5.

radioman

11-04-2013, 01:52 PM

the separation of the DRL and the headlight is still weird.
Some of it seems over styled but overall I like it.

If this has the 250 engine it will be a waste.

EDIT: When I went to test drive and check out the new IS model I fell in love with the interior. Looks like this one is going to be great as well (looks almost the same).

T4RAWR

11-05-2013, 11:17 AM

3.5L = 2gr...?

if so, i hope they tune and turbo it.

factory turbo 2gr rc350 would be a beast.

PandaDog

11-05-2013, 11:31 AM

Toyota/Lexus really seem to be stepping up their game with the RC350 - wonder how the numbers will compare with the other small coupes by the competitors

ilvtofu

11-05-2013, 03:42 PM

If Lexus gives this car a proper engine, transmission and suspension to go with the looks then they have a winner.

Based on all the comparisons the IS has won they seem to have the chassis nailed down. But the new car is still running the old 350 from when the 2nd Gen IS was introduced and people haven't been impressed by the 8 speed transmission (unlike BMW's 8 speed). Turbo V6 and an updated tranny would be sick

New Q50 coupe or whatever they call it should be worth waiting for if they keep the price relatively similar to the sedan.

Timpo

11-08-2013, 03:17 AM

This IS looks cool

http://response.jp/imgs/zoom/621401.jpg
http://response.jp/imgs/zoom/621400.jpg
http://response.jp/imgs/zoom/621398.jpg
http://response.jp/imgs/zoom/621399.jpg

v_tec

11-08-2013, 03:25 AM

^ anything with a huge / over exaggerated body kit looks cool to you Timpo

StylinRed

11-20-2013, 12:52 AM

Car deubted today officially in japan here are a few more pics and videos

Official debut video from Lexus

LEXUS RC - YouTube

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_03.jpg

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_07.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7382/10955406196_2e93556571_k.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5502/10955317445_90215a469c_k.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7329/10955494874_05704935d2_k.jpg

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_15.jpg

http://img.netcarshow.com/Lexus-RC_2015_1600x1200_wallpaper_16.jpg

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2857/10955557493_ce3d7ed216_k.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3709/10955318965_12eb77d2ee_k.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3768/10955497724_ab290afcc9_k.jpg

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2885/10955316895_838988a1ca_k.jpg

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2885/10955318745_d4dd80171b_k.jpg

http://www.netcarshow.com/lexus/2015-rc/

and

http://liveimages.motoring.com.au/motoring/general/editorial/ge5105546928055151927.jpg

http://liveimages.motoring.com.au/motoring/general/editorial/ge5023329423034286904.jpg

TOKYO MOTOR SHOW: Lexus RC coupe confirmed for Australia - motoring.com.au (http://www.motoring.com.au/news/2013/prestige-and-luxury/lexus/rc/tokyo-motor-show-lexus-rc-coupe-confirmed-for-australia-40106)

Launching in the Summer with just the Hybrid and the 350 and an AWD version will be available in "some" markets

The 2015 RC will go on sale next summer, initially in just two trim levels. There will be a base RC 300h, Lexus’ first hybrid coupe, which will come with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a Lexus Hybrid Drive system. The engine offers 176 horsepower on its own, while an electric motor supplements this with its own 105 kilowatts (140 horsepower) of juice. Drive is diverted to the wheels via an electronic CVT with six step gears with a pseudo manual model.

A more potent RC 350 model will also be available at launch. This model adopts the 3.5-liter V-6 currently available in a handful of Lexus models but with an output of 314 horsepower. The transmission in the RC 350 is an eight-speed automatic with paddle shifters, borrowed from the outgoing IS F. In manual mode the transmission offers full torque converter lock up from second to eighth gears, which enables down changes in just 0.2 seconds.

While rear-wheel drive is standard, Lexus has confirmed that all-wheel drive will be available on the RC, depending on the market.

2015 Lexus RC Debuts At 2013 Tokyo Motor Show (http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1088599_2015-lexus-rc-debuts-at-2013-tokyo-motor-show)

Will have to see it in person but its starting to look like a boat from these blogger photos

2014 Lexus RC Coupe - 2013 Tokyo Motor Show - YouTube

J____

11-20-2013, 01:31 AM

looks great, except that c-pillar roof line looks overly thick and weird to me.

T4RAWR

11-20-2013, 10:24 AM

This model adopts the 3.5-liter V-6 currently available in a handful of Lexus models but with an output of 314 horsepower. The transmission in the RC 350 is an eight-speed automatic with paddle shifters, borrowed from the outgoing IS F. In manual mode the transmission offers full torque converter lock up from second to eighth gears, which enables down changes in just 0.2 seconds.

:victory:

im gonna guess its a tuned 2gr...

if so... theres so much potential for forced induction.

CorneringArtist

11-20-2013, 11:40 AM

The hybrid option is a fucking Camry engine. Yikes that thing is going to be awful.

Akinari

11-20-2013, 12:33 PM

Those rear vents look tacky as hell, and totally not digging the contrast between the slatted upper grille and honeycomb lower grille.

StylinRed

11-21-2013, 12:49 AM

Here are pics from the show floor :drool click for big

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7454/10964648535_6eb55f81b1_o.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5546/10964819194_e05606b007_o.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3755/10964898713_ece5e4fd75_o.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7350/10964633895_eb969a72ed_o.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3669/10964810794_92f2b79f0b_o.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5495/10964722816_a3009f260e_o.jpg
quick PS job to see what it would be like if the chrome bits/wheels were black chrome
http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/2137/rc4m.jpg

check it out there are lots o pics http://www.flickr.com/photos/bestmotoring/with/10964648535/

edit: interior

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5535/10981197673_5280a36625_k.jpg

Sileighty_180sx

11-21-2013, 07:36 PM

Rear looks really good but front just soso..

AW607

11-21-2013, 09:12 PM

A mean looking car, hasn't changed too much from the concept :megusta:

StylinRed

11-21-2013, 09:38 PM

Rear looks really good but front just soso..

the hood could use a scoop/vent but i imagine that's going to be for the RC-F

a00755836

11-23-2013, 05:04 PM

i thanked timpo!

TRD Rs200

11-23-2013, 05:36 PM

would take this over the CLA anyday.

StylinRed

01-03-2014, 11:17 AM

so lexus teased this pic last month
http://lh3.ggpht.com/-v9nwp2XBe5o/Ur4MzRh3ySI/AAAAAAAPlKg/59ME8q9KjI8/s1600/Lexus-RC-F-Teaser-2%25255B4%25255D.jpg

and this

http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BFJW6gekBuU/Ur4MxaxC76I/AAAAAAAPlKQ/PKCYWvjowAg/s1600/Lexus-RC-F-Teaser-1%25255B5%25255D.jpg

and now this pic is from a magazine and is said to be a rc-f leak

http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/19bbutyskfbsyjpg/ku-xlarge.jpg
Lexus RC-F: This Could Be It (http://jalopnik.com/lexus-rc-f-this-could-be-it-1493360480)
the headlights dont look right based on the teasers and the rc

we'll see for sure in a couple weeks anyway at naias

underscore

01-03-2014, 11:22 PM

^ is it just me or does it look like most of the front end just got chopped out.

StylinRed

01-04-2014, 05:15 AM

its probably the wave in the magazine paper

I can't wait til this car comes out i feel like Im already sold

(added another teaser pic to the post above)

thumper

01-04-2014, 07:17 AM

i haven`t read all the posts but does anyone know what price range this car will fall into?

Mr.Stubbz

01-04-2014, 12:13 PM

its probably safe to assume that it'll be around the same as the 4 series and the rc f will be close to the m4 lol

StylinRed

01-04-2014, 12:43 PM

i haven`t read all the posts but does anyone know what price range this car will fall into?

iirc its going to start @$40 and the RCF @$80 but i think those were rumors

busdriverman

01-04-2014, 02:23 PM

would take this over the CLA anyday.

totally different cars bro

mikey2781

01-04-2014, 07:58 PM

mmm, luxury sport cars are starting to look exotic.

those fenders :)

Mr.Stubbz

01-08-2014, 12:31 PM

RC F pictures are out now :ahwow: doesnt look half bad
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radioman

01-08-2014, 01:05 PM

Great looking car! Dat ass

StylinRed

01-08-2014, 02:15 PM

i like the look of the regular RC more

bcedhk

01-08-2014, 02:45 PM

Dat wheel gap

01-08-2014, 02:48 PM

Ass is much more aggressive. I like!

BBMme

01-08-2014, 04:24 PM

Finally something nice from lexus +1 for the rc F

Recon604

01-08-2014, 05:42 PM

the rc F :sweetjesus:
2015 Lexus RC F - Up Close & Personal - YouTube

nevermorez

01-08-2014, 10:24 PM

oh my god, rc F!! I'm dumping my is-F now.

OGCStrike

01-08-2014, 10:34 PM

the rear kinda looks like a person who had their wisdom teeth pulled out and their swollen cheeks LOL

essel

01-08-2014, 11:04 PM

Wasn't feeling the exterior too much initially but it's already starting to grow on me

TOPEC

01-08-2014, 11:32 PM

r the exhaust tips connected to the actual exhaust this time or is it like the is-f where ppl cry lexus put fake tips on?

StylinRed

01-14-2014, 02:33 PM

Unveiled this morning over in Detroit

http://imgick.mlive.com/home/mlive-media/pgmain/img/detroit/photo/2014/01/-89923befd7bc302f.jpg

The newest F model features an eight-speed automatic transmission matt an all-new 5.0-liter 32-valve V8 engine with more than 450 horsepower and more than 383 lb.-ft. torque. (it's NA)

Also, for the first time in a Lexus performance engine, the rear-wheel-drive coupe uses the Atkinson cycle at cruising speeds for enhanced fuel economy and then switches to the Otto cycle at higher rpm to enhance performance levels.

Lexus unveils aggressive RC F performance coupe at 2014 Detroit auto show | MLive.com (http://www.mlive.com/naias/index.ssf/2014/01/lexus_unveils_aggressive_rc_f.html)

2014 NAIAS - Lexus RC F Reveal | AutoMotoTV - YouTube

2015 Lexus RC F - YouTube

Marshall Placid

01-14-2014, 04:44 PM

It's okay...

Not sure about the front hood, bulging like that (for the bigger engine).

It doesn't look proportionately balanced for the front end.

I prefer the regular RC.

StylinRed

01-14-2014, 07:00 PM

^^ same here I prefer the regular RC it looks sleeker but I do like the Fs grill although looks like they nixed out those tiny fog lights

v_tec

01-14-2014, 08:15 PM

Just like how I prefer the regular IS2/350 grill than the "F Sport" version :pokerface:

StylinRed

01-17-2014, 05:08 AM

Carbon Package supposedly

http://lh4.ggpht.com/-NFqU9LzbO00/UtgiGxLAuNI/AAAAAAAPzLU/fNH6Evbwr5Q/s1600/Lexus-RC-F-2%25255B2%25255D.jpg
http://lh5.ggpht.com/-bbwIFNtdoPY/UtgiDvumFqI/AAAAAAAPzLE/QFaOZPDAEmw/s1600/Lexus-RC-F-1%25255B2%25255D.jpg
http://lh3.ggpht.com/-8YBwRBuR5Nc/UtgiJ_2nZhI/AAAAAAAPzLk/LjOQcrSSwnQ/s1600/Lexus-RC-F-3%25255B2%25255D.jpg
http://lh5.ggpht.com/-UyMxcosDAL0/UtgiVGes7uI/AAAAAAAPzMk/JpC7cXnfUFo/s1600/Lexus-RC-F-7%25255B2%25255D.jpg
http://lh6.ggpht.com/-kpzUYqF7Yzc/Utgig9PGvyI/AAAAAAAPzNk/E8PX7Tve0Ew/s1600/Lexus-RC-F-11%25255B2%25255D.jpg

and just the f from a diff angle

http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NVK4eivbaVU/UtgjUCHtbeI/AAAAAAAPzSU/WFC4Vc0FTM0/s1600/Lexus-RC-F-30%25255B2%25255D.jpg

First Photos of New Lexus RC F with Carbon Package - Carscoops (http://www.carscoops.com/2014/01/first-photos-of-new-lexus-rc-f-with.html)

v_tec

01-17-2014, 05:39 AM

Love the blue colour, but not gonna lie...when I first saw the first 2 pics...almost thought it was something from MM-Design :pokerface:

nns

01-17-2014, 07:55 AM

It's okay...

Not sure about the front hood, bulging like that (for the bigger engine).

It doesn't look proportionately balanced for the front end.

I prefer the regular RC.

I share the same thoughts. The bulge in the hood makes the car look bulbous. Bulbous != sporty.

If they needed more room for a big V8, shouldn't they have learned from the IS-F and allocated more space during the design process?

http://2012expo.files.wordpress.com/2012/05/beluga1.jpg

StylinRed

01-17-2014, 08:28 PM

yeah i thought maybe the bulge was going to be for a supercharger like the hood of the celica needed for the trd sc but nope :/

StylinRed

01-22-2014, 10:36 AM

Gauges in action from the show floor

2015 Lexus RC F Gauges In Action - '14 NAIAS Detroit - YouTube

TOPEC

01-22-2014, 12:20 PM

the tach looks amazing, but the speedo on the right looks out of place tho being an analog gauge

StylinRed

02-22-2014, 06:32 PM

this is supposedly an ad for the RCF

Video: Lexus RC F - True Performance - In Sports Illustrated Swimsuit - YouTube

Im sold! I could ride that F all day and still want more

Timpo

02-22-2014, 06:38 PM

5L V8 and only 450hp?

That's kinda weak...I would expect over 500hp for that kinda displacement.

StylinRed

02-22-2014, 08:41 PM

^^^ i actually dont know /shrug

but everyone is expecting it to have higher numbers than what toyota listed

the mustang 5l v8 only has 420hp though (gt)

and the f150s ti-vct 5l v8 has less torque and hp

GotRice?

02-23-2014, 09:30 AM

i am guessing hav to pass emissions worldwide not just here in north america and reliability is probably why too... while bmw is going back to turbo I-6 toyota stick with V8... so definitely props for toyota...

TOTD: 2015 Lexus RC F or 2015 BMW M4 -- Which Would you Choose? (http://wot.motortrend.com/1401_totd_2015_lexus_rc_f_or_bmw_m4_which_would_yo u_choose.html#ooid=RzYWh5ajppdh7Ulvir3MjHGUp9S1Vot N)

nns

02-23-2014, 10:24 AM

Tone Loc

02-23-2014, 04:12 PM

HP numbers aren't everything. You have to remember the segment which the car is competing in. Just as a comparison, the C63 has a 6.2L V8 but only has 451 HP (non-performance pack). But the sound which the engine/exhaust makes IMO far makes up for any perceived lack of power.

This. At what RPM range the power "hits" is important too. All of the above mentioned cars (F150, Mustang, C63 etc.) hit their HP/torque peaks at relatively low RPMs, which makes for more useable power. Cars like Hondas on the other hand, typically need to be revved high to make the most of the available power. No hate

underscore

02-23-2014, 07:56 PM

Lets be honest, the majority pf the rich people who buy it won't use more than a fraction of the power anyways.

StylinRed

02-28-2014, 07:22 AM

This is the RC 350 with the F-Sport package

Looking rather LFA-like in white imo in the first picture anyways

Geneva Preview: Lexus RC 350 F Sport | New and Used Car Reviews, Research & Automotive-Industry News & LeftLaneNews (http://www.leftlanenews.com/lexus-r-350-f-sport.html)

https://1vcd9a.bn1302.livefilestore.com/y2pNm6xL0DpIix7kSOrkqK9xCceAabsBVzWayXg-MT3XOuU0No4aPWnfkVyWa8OxK3PIF1CxtD8iXIYfH7hlamXj54 O_PBOZB1xEPMrDKXCR4I/lexus-rc-350-f-sport-official-1_1200.jpg?psid=1

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for those that haven't noticed ;) i'm pretty excited for this car i think i'm going to bite

still have the new audi tt that will be unveiled in a few, to see though

european

02-28-2014, 08:15 AM

dang!!

Akinari

02-28-2014, 10:25 AM

Just picturing all those fob Asian girls rolling around in Richmond with these :badpokerface:

Mr.Stubbz

02-28-2014, 12:07 PM

Akinari

03-01-2014, 08:43 PM

not digging those rear vents but i quite like the interiors of lexus these days, modern with the digital gauge cluster, touchpads and all but a sense of analog-y simpleness with the center stack. i sat in one last year or so and damn, them seats are comfy yet supportive as fuck :fuckyea:
Totally agree. There's something distinctly Japanese about their new interiors and it's a nice departure from the recent gravitation towards swoopy curvy interiors with out of place nav screens.

PinkMuffin

03-02-2014, 12:10 AM

Learned to love those grills. At first I was really weirded out by them..but I just love them now. I swear they all look better in person though. You gotta stand there and check it out...but ahh, so sexyyy.

skiiipi

03-02-2014, 06:58 AM

damn this will be a tough choice between the RC350 FSport and the 435i
will have to drive both i guess....the 6speed manual transmission in the BMW will probably sway me...but the lexus interior and reliability.....

StylinRed

03-29-2014, 05:27 PM

just a quip

was disappointed that this isnt at the auto show, but i was talking to one of the lexus guys there and fwiw he said they're not expecting it to show until the end of November -_- (Nov 20 something)

lame

StylinRed

05-02-2014, 04:50 AM

I know no real news out for this and wont be until the fall i imagine (when its released)

but Toyota announced a new colour the other day and are looking for comments
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152476141233534&set=a.116982348533.100875.90671958533&type=1&

https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/10286989_10152476141233534_1758149624011002468_o.j pg

StylinRed

07-01-2014, 02:07 PM

Been a little bit the RCF 'Liquid Platinum' with CF options on display at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in England

http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/1080/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-1080p-18.jpg

http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/1080/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-1080p-17.jpg

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http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/1080/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-1080p-12.jpg

http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/1080/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-1080p-19.jpg

http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/1080/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-1080p-11.jpg

http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/1080/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-1080p-24.jpg

http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/1080/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-1080p-6.jpg

http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/1080/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-1080p-4.jpg

more pics Lexus RC F in Liquid Platinum at Goodwood Festival of Speed [Photo Gallery] (http://www.autoevolution.com/news/lexus-rc-f-in-liquid-platinum-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-photo-gallery-83135.html)

multicartual

07-02-2014, 12:14 AM

Soon to be driven by 18 year old asians in Richmond, zzz yawn

ShyGuy

07-02-2014, 02:56 AM

the carbon fiber hood is so ricey....IMO the RC350 F-Sport looks better.

GotRice?

09-04-2014, 08:35 PM

^^ i believe north american version don't come with CF hood...

Lexus RCF first drive by AutoGuide.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=allT9JetPOI#t=131

Araaadi

09-04-2014, 09:11 PM

Any news on pricing yet?

GotRice?

09-04-2014, 09:24 PM

in the video it says $63,325usd for base RCF... and base RC350 starts $43,715usd...

GotRice?

09-04-2014, 09:40 PM

RCF Product info:
http://www.clublexus.com/2015%20RC%20F%20Product%20Info.pdf

RC350 Product info:
http://www.clublexus.com/2015%20RC%20350%20Product%20Info.pdf

StylinRed

09-05-2014, 05:04 AM

The dealerships have been taking preorders for a bit now

I'm surprised at the pricing especially for the RCF

I saw the UK pricing numbers last week and thought it was going to be insane here as well
the RCF costs £59,995 over there and £67,995 for the carbon package which is $106,470 - $120,700

I wonder how much Lexus Canada is going to markup the cars

All the reviews seem to be extremely positive has me a bit :suspicious: but also excited :D

BBMme

09-05-2014, 10:02 AM

Auto blog has a pretty good review on the rcf. Nice looking car

nsx042003

09-05-2014, 10:09 AM

Only if it had 4 doors.

where are you ISF....

iHeat

09-05-2014, 08:06 PM

rcf > c63 amg coupe > m4 > rs5
rc 350 > 435i > c350 coupe >a5?

Marshall Placid

09-05-2014, 08:13 PM

in the video it says $63,325usd for base RCF... and base RC350 starts $43,715usd...

It's a low price point at $63,325 USD, in the US, relatively speaking when compared to other competing cars.

Add 10% for Canadian pricing and it will be around $69,000 to $70,000 CDN.

The M4 is $64,100USD base and the RS5 is $70,000 USD base in the US
OR
$75,000 CDN base and $82,900 CDN base in Canada.

So, $63,325 USD for the RCF is a good price point (again, relatively speaking in this segment) in the US.

Like:
I like that the engine is NA, even though other comparable cars are going turbo/supercharged (BMW, Audi next gen).

The in-cabin sound, in the video, sounds just like the RS5 probably due to the NA engine.

This car looks like a winner, but I still need to get used to the front end spindle grill.

nns

09-05-2014, 09:08 PM

One thing I don't like is the beluga whale front-heavy hood.

GotRice?

09-06-2014, 12:02 AM

the only thing i don't like is the weight... like previous ISF this thing is heavy and even with that much power, it is still 200lbs (base RCF) heavier than the M4 ... adding the performance package which comes with CF roof, CF spoiler, aluminum hood and the heavy torque vectoring diff don't really save that much weight either, it still adds extra 50lbs on top of the 200lb extra weight over the M4... i can't wait to see the head 2 head comparison between the 2 cars though...

thumper

09-08-2014, 06:57 AM

another review...

Lexus RC F tested on road and track - YouTube

GotRice?

09-08-2014, 04:46 PM

Top Gear's review on the RCF's first drive...
First drive: Lexus RC F - BBC Top Gear (http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/First-drive-Lexus-RC-F-2014-08-08)

flagella

09-08-2014, 06:07 PM

Seriously... that front grill is just no. Looking more and more like predator.

StylinRed

10-08-2014, 01:40 AM

starting in Canada @ $54,000 for the AWD, $57,050 RWD, $57,150 AWD F-Sport

that's a bit much imo... considering you can almost get the RCF at that price in the states

http://www.autos.ca/general-news/2015-lexus-rc-350-priced-54000-includes-wheel-drive/

Hehe

10-08-2014, 05:19 AM

Saw one on road in Taiwan yesterday. It actually doesn't look bad in person.

And it looks a bit bigger in person too. But that can be an illusion given the tight streets in TW.

Marshall Placid

10-08-2014, 07:31 PM

starting in Canada @ $54,000 for the AWD, $57,050 RWD, $57,150 AWD F-Sport

that's a bit much imo... considering you can almost get the RCF at that price in the states

2015 Lexus RC 350 Priced From $54,000, Includes All-Wheel Drive - Autos.ca (http://www.autos.ca/general-news/2015-lexus-rc-350-priced-54000-includes-wheel-drive/)

The base prices you described is a tiny bit too much, but it's V6 (don't think there is a 4 cylinder option for the RC, not sure).

On the other hand, you can get a S5 base, at $57,000, only $3,000 more.

The 0-60 is manufacturer rated at 5.5 secs for the Lexus.
The 0-60 for the manufacturer rated is 5.0 secs for the S5.

So, all in all, IMO, it is a little bit over-priced.

The RC looks like it's more of a competition for the S5 and 435i than for the A5 or the 428i.

StylinRed

10-09-2014, 12:38 AM

agreed im bewildered at that pricing
definite gouging going on there :okay:

GotRice?

10-09-2014, 03:03 PM

ya 3k more for a Audi but do u get the reliability of a Lexus...

StylinRed

10-09-2014, 03:46 PM

ya 3k more for a Audi but do u get the reliability of a Lexus...

or you could go down to the states and buy the RCF (isn't it $60k down there)

thumper

10-10-2014, 07:14 AM

ya 3k more for a Audi but do u get the reliability of a Lexus...

i don't follow euro stuff that closely anymore but isn't the current S5 fairly bombproof? the few things i remember from the past was something wrong with the water pump and the early MMI was junk.

thumper

10-16-2014, 02:17 PM

so... rocket bunny was here.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10415621_536572653144006_1586439333652975203_n.jpg ?oh=8d7d1036ac5ea620b4e98ea8df8a20dd&oe=54B04CD1&__gda__=1421031099_49f98691cfb3bf6730c2bd887924ed3 b

thumper

10-16-2014, 02:17 PM

https://scontent-b-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10411249_536572689810669_2289719412292724182_n.jpg ?oh=10b205e677b5d88d7694625100955a00&oe=54BA2619

trollguy

10-16-2014, 02:19 PM

rocket bunny/libertywalk just need to go away now.

underscore

10-16-2014, 02:55 PM

No...just no. That poor car.

StylinRed

10-20-2014, 12:02 AM

rofl i actually think the rocket bunny...creation, isn't bad :p

so... the RCF after Freight & PDI is starting @ $82,895CAD but in the US it's starting @ $62,400USD :suspicious: (i wonder if the US site considers the RC Fsport as the RCF too...)

Future Models | Automobiles | Lexus (http://www.lexus.ca/lexus/en/automobiles/future-models#/coming-soon-rc-f)

2015 Lexus RC F - Performance Sedan | Lexus.com (http://www.lexus.com/models/RCF)

also looks like top gear took out the RCF http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/lexus-rcf-driven-on-road-and-track-2014-10-16 <<only a gallery is available though

thumper

10-29-2014, 11:13 AM

2015 BMW M4 vs. 2015 Lexus RC F ? Head 2 Head Ep. 59 - YouTube

j3welz

10-29-2014, 12:50 PM

Looks like the new RC-F is a generation behind its competitors. Most manufacturers in this segment are dropping weight while Lexus has increased the weight by nearly 200 pounds from the ISF.

v_tec

11-06-2014, 12:12 PM

They arrived :)

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thumper

11-06-2014, 12:58 PM

when/where was the ^ taken?

incidentally i tried calling pt. moody lexus and the receptionist told me there were still weeks away from delivery :confused:

Tr1ll

11-06-2014, 01:07 PM

Do not like the rear bumper on the non RCF models.

gilly

11-06-2014, 02:11 PM

my friend that works at the loading docks at annacis island told me that many have arrived.

Roach

11-06-2014, 02:26 PM

thumper: OpenRoad Lexus - Richmond.

Kev

tofu1413

11-06-2014, 02:28 PM

having a front plate will totally ruin the front end :heckno:

underscore

11-06-2014, 02:49 PM

I was doing okay until I hit the blue one in the second spoiler in v tec's post. Hnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnng

StylinRed

11-13-2014, 12:10 AM

I want to see the Infrared in person, the paint job sounds interesting

a base coat of silver, a coat of clear, a coat of red, and a coat of clear

looks great in pics but all the pics seems wildly different

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7490/15130210483_74dc47efbc_o.jpg

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3951/15575463330_6165d3b7f7_k.jpg

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3849/15008809329_879fd3c761_o.jpg

as for the performance a bit disappointing but also surprising how close it is given all that extra weight 400+lbs (depending on the options +50lbs for the electric differential) that's like having 4 asian chicks as passengers, or 2 larger guys

StylinRed

11-15-2014, 07:15 PM

Lexus is going to unveil a new 'concept' at the LA auto show on Wednesday called the LF-C2 which everyone is saying is simply an RC Convertible

Future Models | Automobiles | Lexus (http://www.lexus.ca/lexus/en/automobiles/future-models#/lf-c2-concept)

this is the silhouette

http://s3.amazonaws.com/lexus.site.tci-prod/lexus/media/top_level/home/promo_slides/lfc2_promo_x.jpg?ck=11142014123016

If its a hardtop convertible RC then...damn that's going to be one heavy ride ;) but i'd be sold

thumper

12-15-2014, 12:12 PM

http://youtu.be/dmIuthQLOPo

underscore

12-15-2014, 08:07 PM