Lexus finally does it
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LC is definitely more along the lines of tourer in the GT spectrum than a 911, but for a sporty coupe with a semblance of a back seat, the 911 was the first thing that came to mind when I saw the LC...
They may not be direct competitors but I think they are playing in the same market, especially given the number of people that buy automatic 911s for daily commutes and showing off.
911's have got silly expensive in recent years, I still want one though.
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Would need to the drive the LC before commenting on handling. More luxurious than a 911 and more back seat. LC is very compelling car for someone not wanting a German car. British and Italian comparable cars are more money.
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It's a GT car.
The IS300 was a dog, I had one. It was only considered "sporty" as it had the Supra motor, but without the good bits (and the turbos).
The LC looks good, I'd guess Lexus are trying to sway more buyers over from the Mercedes coupes, similar to how they got previous S class buyers over to Lexus with the original LS.
The IS300 was a dog, I had one. It was only considered "sporty" as it had the Supra motor, but without the good bits (and the turbos).
The LC looks good, I'd guess Lexus are trying to sway more buyers over from the Mercedes coupes, similar to how they got previous S class buyers over to Lexus with the original LS.
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I see them pretty often in Santa Monica/Malibu. Meh. Overall, not something I’d ever be interested at the price. It’s awkward looking and much too heavy.
Its under powered and this whole giant coupe thing (at least it’s not a 4-door “coupe”) is played out I think. I can’t imagine spending 100k on this thing. There are much better options. I applaud Lexus for trying, but I’ll pass.
Its under powered and this whole giant coupe thing (at least it’s not a 4-door “coupe”) is played out I think. I can’t imagine spending 100k on this thing. There are much better options. I applaud Lexus for trying, but I’ll pass.
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