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June 5, 2017, 04:11 PM #1Senior Member
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2018 Lexus LC500
Been thinking about a new vehicle for 2018. The new Lexus LC500 has captured my attention.
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
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The commercials where they show it in red drive me crazy, no pun intended. It's a beautiful car for sure.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
I was in the Hybrid over the weekend. Pretty sweet. Sure is comfy.
I want to see the V8 before I pull the trigger.Jock
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
I have yet to test drive the Lexus LC500. I am not interested in the hybrid. I have done a dealer search of Florida and there are not many 2018 LC500's around yet. I am particularly fond of the Liquid Platinum exterior with carbon fiber roof and the Toasted Caramel interior.
Originally Posted by the professor
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
The Lexus LC500 in Ultra White looks darn good, too.
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
The Autumn Shimmer Brown with the Toasted Caramel interior looks stunning, too.
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
I like everything about the vehicle except for the grille. Otherwise a beautiful car.
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Jim.......This is the first Lexus that I think the grill works to compliment the vehicles other lines. Lexus took the hump in the hood out so it flows directly into the grill, while at the same time reducing the height of the top of the grill. I have not been a fan of the Lexus grill until this model. This look has grown on me.
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
At 6'4" I don't fit in most sports cars, lucky for my bank account.
This one is a real looker though!
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The exterior is hideous. Too much going on and looks like three different cars smooshed together. The interior isn't too bad though, except for those stalks sticking out of the gauge cluster hood.
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That is smokin hot! Originally Posted by jdandy
The Autumn Shimmer Brown with the Toasted Caramel interior looks stunning, too.
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
IMO the Mercedes S-Class S500 coupe is a much better car:
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
You actually might fit in this one. I'm 6' and had plenty of room.
Originally Posted by audio.bill
At 6'4" I don't fit in most sports cars, lucky for my bank account. This one is a real looker though!Jock
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
I'm not interested in the hybrid either, but my dealer didn't have the other to drive, so I took the hybrid out for a quick spin.
I wouldn't say it's a track car like a 911 or Corvette can be, more of a touring fun car.Jock
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Thanks but I really didn't want to hear that, it would put too big a dent in my audio gear budget! Originally Posted by the professor
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Probably a better car, and definitely a LOT better looking, inside and out! Lexus screwed the pooch when they designed that LC500. They must have been drunk. Originally Posted by Elberoth
IMO the Mercedes S-Class S500 coupe is a much better car:
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Charles.......Everyone has their opinion. Thanks for sharing your insightful view point here. I think the new Lexus LC500 looks extremely attractive and fresh. It is considerably more attractive to me than the jellybean shaped little speedsters from Nissan, but of course that's just my opinion. We all have one. Originally Posted by chops
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I really like the Toasted Caramel interior of the new Lexus LC500.
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I'm assuming that was an attempt at an insult of some type. It's not even a good analogy. A jellybean shaped car would be something like a VW Beetle or that Fiat Abarth I had, but certainly not the Nissan Z. Anywho, I'll leave you be with your 10-speed squished loaf of bread. LOL Originally Posted by jdandy
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Charles.......You can assume whatever floats your boat. I am not influenced by it one way or the other. My comment was not an attempt at an insult. You would immediately recognize the difference had that been my intention. Fact is I think many vehicles on the road today, Nissan included, have a certain jelly bean line to their shape. I have made that comment multiple times to quite a few people and generally get a positive nod of recognition. I am not trying to diminish your excitement for the hallowed Z. Your many posts and photos here make it abundantly clear she's your joy. Nothing wrong with that. What I don't understand or agree with is the condescending tone and choice of words used in your effort to belittle something others find enjoyable. Originally Posted by chops
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Just voicing my opinion. One that MANY others agree with. Ever since Lexus came out with that Hoover vacuum looking front end, their sales have dropped. Near 21% decrease in one year alone in fact. I'm not trying to belittle anything. I just call it as I see it. Apparently, I'm not the only one. Anywho...
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Re: 2018 Lexus LC500
I drive RX hybrids since 2007.
Last year I changed my 450 H 2010 for 2016 Fsport just because it was time after 6 years and 120 kms done.
In the beginning I did not like the new front of FSport but after a few months the former model looked old and ugly to me
I like the new style very much and LC is very attractive imo.
With my spin I cannot drive sports cars and for me , living in the country side, the hybrid SUV is what I need, also to transport a hiend gear for home audition from time to time.
As far as I know in Poland the sales of Lexus went very much up last year .
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The lines on the new 2018 Lexus LC500 are sensual. There is a timeless beauty to these lines that we have seen played out to one degree or another on a number of other premium high-end automobiles.
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I agree
Originally Posted by jdandy
The lines on the new 2018 Lexus LC500 are sensual. There is a timeless beauty to these lines that we have seen played out to one degree or another on a number of other premium high-end automobiles.
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A big + one......a very cool looking ride with an interior to match. Originally Posted by jdandy
The lines on the new 2018 Lexus LC500 are sensual. There is a timeless beauty to these lines that we have seen played out to one degree or another on a number of other premium high-end automobiles.
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This is the sexiest car I've seen in a while. Kudos to Lexus.
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Ive seen the LC500 up close, Lexus has been bringing a black pre-production model around So Cal car events since last summer. its a big car, think MBZ S-class coupe size-wise.
my one reservation is Lexus' corporate-wide restyle with the pissed off grill, I can't help but see the Predator...
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Rob.......Interesting comparison. To me the reality of the geometric shape and pattern of the LC500 spindle grill, along with the manner in which the Lexus engineers have manage to reduce its overall size, particularly the height, works well with the ebb and flow of the body work, air scopes, and lamps.
The fantasy monster bears little resemblance in my mind to the Lexus LC500 grill, although I can see how one could be influenced by its shape and menacing appearance. Looks like beauty and the beast to me.Dan
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Beside the Lexus LC500, I also have a healthy interest in the Jaguar F-Type SVR, with all wheel drive, a 575 hp 5.0-liter twin vortex supercharged V8 engine, 20 inch forged alloy wheels, carbon Ceramic matrix braking, electronic active differential, and much more. The Jag is faster and considerably more track ready than the LC500, but I am not a racer, just an enthusiast of good performance and premium engineering. The F-Type SVR is an entirely different kind of vehicle than the Lexus LC500, and $25K more money, too.
I suspect Lexus engineers will follow the LC500 with an LC500 F adding a substantial horsepower bump and maybe even an all-wheel drive version depending on the buying public's response to the LC500.
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Dan and Jock - The LC is a very good looking car. Hope you guys can find two with the colors and options you desire.
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Finally, a great looking, sexy, sensual car in this thread! Originally Posted by jdandy
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I am beginning to think Autumn Shimmer Brown is my favorite Lexus LC500 color with the Toasted Caramel interior.
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Dan, I can't understand any why anyone would make snarky comments about somebody else's choice in cars. We all have different tastes.
I think the new Lexus is absolutely stunning!!!
Have fun picking colors.Last edited by MDP; June 19, 2017 at 07:48 AM.
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Again, just stating an opinion. One that many others agree with. Just not on this forum, but for a different reason.
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Mark.......I appreciate your comment and agree with you. It is amusing to see someone diligently follow the 2018 Lexus LC500 thread while at the same time professing a distaste for the vehicle. Originally Posted by MDP
Perhaps there's more going on in the background than meets the eye.
Worrying about that kind of stuff keeps me awake at night one or two seconds longer before I can finally doze off. .
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I like those stalks coming out of the gauge cluster. Fresh thinking. Ever since Lexus went to that grill it didn't work for me. I'm a car guy so they are all good. Dan if you end up getting one enjoy. I'm sure it will be fun. Originally Posted by chops
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I think Lexus took a "wrong turn" with the new grill. The car in this thread is odd looking to me. I have to agree with the guy who said it looks like several cars smooshed together. I'll take the MB any day
Just my 2 cents.
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Oh boy, many commercials on TV lately and it looks really great. Grill and all. Wife has 2002 SC430 (first year) and she won't let it go. Pearl white with palomino interior. After she sees this, I may be in trouble.
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Dan,
The LC500 is a beautiful car.
Have you ever driven a Tesla?
I had a test drive in the Model S yesterday, and it was scary fast.
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I am a big fan of the Lexus RX series
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Dan, still considering?
I'm personally waiting to see what the mid-engine C8 Corvette looks like myself.
In the meantime, I drive this:
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Mike.......I have cooled off a bit on the Lexus LC500, probably because I haven't taken a drive into Jacksonville for a test drive. If I did, most likely I would fold like a house of cards.
Your F150 Limited looks excellent. They are fine trucks. I particularly like that color. Owning a multipurpose vehicle makes the most sense. My Tahoe LTZ is keeping me happy.
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