2015-2023 Lexus RC F Buyer’s Guide - Reliability & Common Problems

[@MeynMotorGroup]

See my Lexus LS 460 Buyer’s Guide video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naOWaZ2KotGNa7c&feature=sharea

[@silversleeper484]

@MeynMotorGroup. Dude awesome vid about the RC-F. I was always wondering how good of a V8 Bargain this would be compared to others in this segment. GREAT JOB. LOVED IT

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@silversleeper484 glad it was valuable my friend yea RC F is a great car love how it feels and looks

[@pennolmintwind5056]

i bought a high mileage 2010 460 sport and thus far haven’t ran into anything other than a failed tpms sensor

[@mohamedazkoul9544]

I worked for Lexus Dealership in the Middle East, I sold many RC F , they are reliable for a High Performance car yet not like the other Lexus Models ..with 2015 Models I have seen few with transmassion issues , brakes issue, Fuel pump problem was the most common , the later Models improved ...overall a very good car.

[@ChristopherJustin-yt2vf]

Pls specify which year is safer to buy

[@mohamedazkoul9544]

@ChristopherJustin-yt2vf Hi ..i would go for 2018.

[@sly9263]

@@ChristopherJustin-yt2vf you dont get android auto until like 2020 or 21 if i recall correctly

[@Chev_chevo]

​@@ChristopherJustin-yt2vfJust to give you insight as a owner. If you don't mind keeping it stock then go for newer models but only the 2015+2016 can be touched

[@pragbikramshah3658]

what about 2014

[@alexaviles311]

My 15 RCF has been a great purchase. Very low cost of ownership and I've been able to do all of the work myself. Very easy to work on. People love seeing it. Up until last year no one knew what it was, now its starting to get recognized. Absolutely great car all around.

[@Mr.Ming07]

I’m currently looking into getting one is it a difference with the 17 and 15

[@Ragilbert2004]

@@Mr.Ming07not enough of a difference to base your decision on. I suggest buying whatever the best deal is. The only major change that people like is the creature comfort of apple and google CarPlay. And that the center info screen went from not filling the whole opening to a widescreen edge to edge display. I think that happened in 18. The early small screen ones have a bad screen anti glare applied to them that scratches if you look at it. It can be fixed for 0 dollars though. I’ve had zero issues not having CarPlay/large screen because I use “hey siri” to control my phone whenever im in a car anyway.

[@R1senb18c]

2017 added adaptive suspension. I love my 2015, I'll never sell it. Only 44k miles too. :)

[@connormackenzie9972]

Just picked up a 2015 rcf with 28k miles for 38k. Clean title no accidents

[@cason1029]

wow thats really good. i'm looking right now and they are not as cheap as i would have thought

[@madelynbuckner6148]

Hows that going so far?

[@ABasedSammich]

That price isn't right, either you knew this person or the car is in fact has accidents

[@connormackenzie9972]

@@ABasedSammich got it from a dealership with a clean carfax. Was traded into a mopar dealership and sat. Ran the carfax myself.

[@connormackenzie9972]

@@madelynbuckner6148 its been amazing. Just road tripped it to Monterey car week and it did flawlessly, but she sure is thirsty lol

[@salimrandall]

I bought a used 2019 in 2021. It’s worth more than what I paid for it today. I’m not looking to win any races. Suits me fine for a weekend cruiser. I love that nobody like them. Keeps them rare. As far as the track goes, rule #1: never track a vehicle you can’t afford to total and laugh about it. I saw too many grown men cry at the track. I track hoopties.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That's a great point you made to track cheap cars

[@lancercool1992]

Everybody says it’s rare, I switched companies twice and there’s a white rc f in all 3 parking lots , literally can’t run away from it

[@ABasedSammich]

​@lancercool1992 I live in dallas and drive many miles everyday. I've seen MAYBE 3 rcfs. I see rc 350's but not rcfs. They are rare.

[@ChiefYoshi]

@@ABasedSammich some kid at my college has one (I live in dallas too)

[@alsmobile]

very true! Love my RC-F

[@e_yiizy]

I think my friend got his 2016 around 2018 for around $40k. Had a lemon STi and misses that driving experience, but does not miss the headaches of a car not working. Main thing he pays for is gas and tires haha.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yup that’s a great purchase right there

[@boboutelama5748]

The RCF is very liked in the Nordschleife community. Some of the regulars have RCF's for the reason you quoted in this video. They don't want to buy another dedicated track car, with all that is linked to it (storage unit, trailer, insurance, set of tires, etc). The RCF, in this way, is ideal. You come home from work, stop at the track, do one or two laps, and go home. Over and over again. In regard of "deterioration on the track". The ISF is now fairly old. And we can see some of them driving around with fairly high mileage (270'000 miles f.ex), and still clocking at the Nordschleife to do laps. I believe that this is linked with the fairly undertuned nature of the 2UR. Even if you drive him hard on the track, I think he's still way under what he could theoritically make in hp, RPM and torque numbers. But it's just my two cents.

[@notreallyjuan]

Youd be correct. Toyota’s secret sauce to bulletproof motors is understressing their motor designs. If you look around, almost all n/a Toyota motors are tuned below the 100hp/L threshold, compared to competitors. 2UR-GSE is 5.0L with 472hp -> 94hp/L. Also definitely helps that they love making motors with very stiff reinforced crankcases, forged internals, and well reinforced engine blocks. I heard somewhere that the stock 2UR-GSE can be good for up to 900hp without grenading itself (plenty of supercharged RCFs and ISFs are in the 700s with minimal work and are running healthy!)

[@MrT-nh6di]

Awesome vehicle reliability is a 10! The only issue I have heard about these RC-F is the fuel pump, and the dealership will replace them for free for a recall. Even if the vehicle is out of warranty.

[@pkagent14]

Looking forward to checking this one out. Honestly, I think the RCF will depreciate pretty quickly in a couple of years. That will probably be the best time to pic one up.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

We will have to see my friend I personally don’t think car prices will go down much they worked too hard to make everything unobtainable and conditioned everyone to think these high prices and interest rates are normal.

[@iheartgs400]

@@MeynMotorGroupif the economy gets worse and ppl default on payments on cars they overpaid for during this overpricing period.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@iheartgs400 yea that’s happening right now, well that’s been happening for a long time now but currently, it’s very hard to get financing from a bank to buy cars, most banks probably won’t even lend on a 2015 car at this point.

[@iheartgs400]

@@MeynMotorGroup been honestly eyeing on either the rc-f or is-f but even as a die hard Lexus guy myself for marginal gains tbh my 2007 GS350 has been a treat to drive I can’t find faults with the car expect for minor issues like touch screen not working and trunk opening quirks.

[@emanuelsoberanes7586]

@@MeynMotorGroupyeah even then they are already super cheap for what was a 70k car

[@motaz1975]

i just traded in a 43k mile f83 m4 for a 15 rcf with 38k miles. i owned a 2015 rc-350 f sport awd years ago, and really liked the car, but wanted more power. i could not afford an rcf at that time. so fast forward to now. i did like the m4....pure rocket. it only had a tune. what i did not like was the thought of continuing to own an aging bmw out of warranty. yes bmws have become more reliable, but the s55 has a few known issues( crank hub, leaky intercooler, plastic charge pipes) i am 50 years old, by no means rich, but i do ok. i just wanted a comfortable, reliable cruiser with modern features. all out speed is a rich mans game i no longer care to play. i was running low 10's in a stock engine 1987 buick GN 20 years ago. i had that fun out of my system lol!

[@Mjohn-uc9iy]

I love my 2015 RCF, I talked my dealer down to $45K with warranty and mileage at 35, 000 miles no issues and currently at 82K miles. Your video information is so accurate very impressed!!! Keep putting out these videos so important to people who's looking for a wonderful car like Lexus RCF proud of you Sir

[@chasingflavors9191]

I just ordered a 2024 rcf blue orange brakes and carbon package.I can’t wait!

[@remomiyamoto6104]

I currently have a stock 2008 ISF with 70k miles on it and drive it occasionally. One day ill upgrade and get he RCF. The cars are what they are and the people who love them will pay for it.

[@abradic]

The LC500 is a beautiful car. The interior is excellent, the look is excellent, but it's not necessarily the better buy for everyone. The RC F is a great looking car, and has a great looking interior as well. The LC is definitely the nicer car, but I would take the RC F over it. The RC F is 400 lbs lighter, is a more raw experience compared to the LC, the trans cooler and oil cooler are great for the times you want to pound on it, and seems to be the car that will give you more feedback while still giving you that Lexus experience. Put on all the bolt ons and it sounds incredible. The biggest flaw was not putting that 10-speed in the RC F. Had Lexus made the RC F at 3600 lbs with that 10-speed, it would have sold like crazy. The LC is definitely the more luxurious car, but I like that the RC F has just enough luxury while being more performance oriented.

[@cliffcoffey6980]

I have a 2017 rcf it just now turned 20,000 miles. I dont drive it alot it only had one owner and 4,500 miles on it when i bought it. I keep it waxed and polished and under a car cover under my carport.

[@nickyp2627]

Just got my RCF in flare yellow! Car is amazing and nothing like it in my area..

[@blu_is500]

Nice review & advice! I laughed out lout at the Starbucks comment because you're right, most people +will not+ track their cars. For street driving dynamics, swap out the OEM Bridgestones for Michelin PS4S tires, install a racing air filter, pop that bad boy into Manual & Sport S+, and the Mr. Hyde side of the IS 500 is just_as_capable. I drove the RC F at the Lexus Performance Driving School and the car looks freaking awesome, but I found it to be very heavy and not as nimble. The IS 500 is way more nimble in my personal opinion. Interestingly enough the LC 500 on the track shrank itself around you and was much more nimble, which shocked the hell out of me! At any rate, all of the Lexus performance cars are great, but you have to commit to keeping them in pristine condition. The gas and consumables (tires, brakes, oil, etc) will cost money, so be prepared and don't do the Merc, Audi, or Bimmer thing and participate in the 'Delayed Service' trick. That's not fair to the car and truly a basic move. 😒🙄 Thanks for posting! 🙂

[@klowe007]

Bought my 2019 RC F two years ago with 6K miles and it is still breaking necks because no one really knows what it is. Most think it's the RC200/300/350. Preowned and new prices remain fairly high because folks know that the Lexus V8 is coming to an end, and reliability of course. The GS-F (V8) was discontinued a couple years ago and now you'd be lucky to find one. Lexus messed up by not making the IS500 the new ISF. The IS500 is beautiful and has the V8 but still comes up short of a true "F" car. I'll be swapping my RC F for the LC500 pretty soon!

[@mogulme6190]

Why do you want the lc500 instead? Isn’t it significantly less performance

[@daverencoburn3939]

@@mogulme6190 it’s bigger I’m assume

[@TopJoo7]

We were waiting awhile for this in depth review

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hopefully the content will be valuable

[@dacuse2009]

Awesome video sir…you have helped me reset. I’m trying to be patient on a 2024 IS500 order with my dealership. However, Patience is sometimes hard for me…so I test drove an RCF the other day, and since then I’ve been searching, and calling on options out there. As you point out, a 2015 with 15K is going for 51 grand!! Looked at another video, guy bought his used RCF 2.5 years ago with 17K for 44!!! The after pandemic price is absurd! My research, with the help of your video and others will have me wait for my 2024 to arrive! Thanks again for the video…just what I needed!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Massive congrats on your IS 500 order my friend, I hope you get it soon. But have you tried finding in stock units near you or perhaps a state away to see if you can work something out with those dealers? Or is there a specific spec that you really want and had no choice but to order? Thanks again for stopping by.

[@alexandracochran9011]

Love this video! I have a 2022 RCF I bought brand new And then a 2019 ES 350 F with 115,000 miles on it also purchased brand new and have had No issues! For me it’s the reliability and quality of a Lexus. I chose RCF instead of IS F 500 because of IS F seeming too similar to my ES plus not a coupe or a viable track option. But I’m not surprised Lexus struggles to sell them as you mentioned because you really have to look at what your getting buying a car like this.. its heavy, quieter but also a great daily driver not just a track car but it also can be and that’s the whole package in my eyes. My main complaint is the damn turn signal in the RCF, it wasn’t broken so why fix it. The way it bounces back is so inconvenient. For example, switching lanes and using your turn signal, you have to manually turn it off. The car won’t do it itself and when you turn it off it’s easy to turn on the opposite turn signal because of the bouncing it does. Now if this is the worst issue I have with the car then life will go on, but I just don’t get why they changed it. maybe someone will have a good answer for me. Truly I don’t understand why it was a good idea… Thanks for the Video, great overview 🤘🏼

[@SmokeyES350]

Since you have both cars im considering do u think i should get the 2015 rcf or a 2023 es350 f sport for the same price?

[@mogulme6190]

@@SmokeyES350looks like you bought the es…

[@zodiac909]

Jeremy Clarkson & Doug Demero Completely did not understand the purpose of this car, and people blindly followed their advise alot back then sadly.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@zodiac909 and people still do sadly

[@likunjian1850]

i forgot if you have made a LC500 buyer's guide, but I have really enjoyed these buyer guides, especially on these F models. thank you

[@MeynMotorGroup]

LC and the RC F will pretty much be the same in up keep so this vid can serve as a buyer's guide for both cars along with the GS F

[@rodneymacli-ing6123]

@@MeynMotorGroup pls make a car buying guide for the IS F! for the people in the 15-25k range

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@rodneymacli-ing6123 there’s not much of a guide to make since there’s less than 10 for sale in the country and people in that budget will most likely need financing and banks are not financing a 15 year old car. 15-25k budget are better off buying a new Corolla and keep it for as long as possible.

[@DoctorGaga87]

Market is so bad… In hindsight, I guess I bought at the right time for my 2015 RCF in Jan 2022 at 4.72% interest. Still not great but way better than what’s happening right now

[@lancercool1992]

I feel like if you’re a rc f buyer then you should at least keep track uses in mind, what’s the point of getting this if not? Lexus paid buyers plenty of respect when designing the car, they made the sunroof an optional add on on the cheaper metal roof torsen models for the 1% buyer that’ll recognize, pick, and appreciate this gesture. Hats off.

[@alengreen589]

Hi Kevin, here in Germany we have also the RC F with 458 HP, the cheapest one starts with $ 105k and the most expensive is the track edition for $ 128k, unfortunately to expensive for what it is and that is the biggest problem to sell it here. Thanks 😀

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Wow that is nuts thanks for sharing my friend here the best value seems to be a low mileage 2022 Track edition for $80k

[@alengreen589]

@@MeynMotorGroup Kevin, I think that the price is way to high for this car.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@alengreen589 yup this is why nobody wanted these when they were new. Here in the States, BMW M3 is far more desirable and came with some really great discounts and incentives as well, almost as big as the RC F discounts so they leased out dirt cheap. This is why the F brand never caught on.

[@alengreen589]

@@MeynMotorGroup yes

[@jeannin.wallace2795]

So im in the market for an RCF, its my dream car. 2 weeks ago I got hit by a semi. And litterally my life flashed before my eyes. Knowing I nearly got pancaked and died at a young age turned (26) my precious Lexus IS300 had sacrificed itself to save me. The PCS Kicked in and litterally saved me. No matter how much people crap on lexus. These cars will always give me satisfaction knowing it is a incredibly safe and built car. My IS300 I modified it to oblivion. RGB Headlights, TailLights, Drls, butterlydoors *i know its not tastefull* But i lovedd that car. And i modeled its design after the RCF , gettinf the aftermarket RCF Fenders with the vents, RCF style hood, etc. But now thats shes gone.... Maybe I should get an RCF? Life is short, and i could die any minute of any day knowing how I somehow survived. What i got from my cars value was less than of course, but i could use it toward an RCF, problem is. Actually finding one. *absolutly cannot afford the 2020+ models* ahah

[@qasimwarsi3]

I have a 2017 is 300, I definitely feel safer in it. I used to have a 1990 300zx, if I crashed that I would be done for lol. You can’t beat new cars safety

[@RubberChickenMan007]

You forgot about the valley plate leak. Still an issue on this platform but easily fixed with better rtv silicone. Also, replace the lower control arm bushings with solid or poly bushings. Completely transforms the car. I bought my 2015 in 2021 with 60k miles full bolt on and tune for 48k. It RIPS on the track.

[@ukaszsl.6242]

Hi, what gives you replacing that lowerarm bushings? Can it prevent wheelhoop?

[@trailingrails9953]

I’ve seen the track editions sub-80 the past month or so. I think that’s the solid buy right now.

[@brian7523]

❤ Great vehicle for sure. That V8 sounds great with the right after market catback exhaust, just to give it a little throat and thrust. Nice review Kevin

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yup Invidia exhaust is perfect for these cars really gives it the appropriate growl and wakes it up. 👍

[@NightsN2dr3ams]

@@MeynMotorGroup Or Borla exhaust

[@danal3386]

Amazing video, thank you so much for making this. 10/10

[@MeynMotorGroup]

You’re welcome my friend, I’m just glad the content was valuable to you, God Bless!

[@lostalx]

The problem with IS 500 is Front Apron Bumper sag. It happens even on the IS 350 line, there's a flex issue or some flaw in the design sadly. I really love IS 500 but that bumper issue is a sad thing that will eventually show-up, Clublexus has info that TSB will be done for a permanent fix coming soon for IS 500 only, but I really cannot trust if that is going to be permanent since no IS 350 line got such news on the sag, and currently only a bumper bracket fix was done by dealers but sag is back again. I have an IS 500 it's a solid car but I'm contemplating for a new RC F trade, will lose 2 doors but gain a better body structure and a real F car and potential post warranty headache with bumper flex sagging issue.

[@lostalx]

Update in 2024. Yea the lexus TSB is horrible and it kills the bumper further. Skip the IS 500. There's a community fix but it is not going to be a real fix from the design point of view. Also chassis is not great like RC F. I'm just going to swap my IS 500 for an RC F even though I will get downgrades like no Lexus memory driver seat, no engine bracing (removed those shock tower braces from 2023+).

[@JuCaiSiHai]

This is a really awesome vid. It makes me want to pull the trigger on getting a IS500...

[@metalic1990]

RC F has problems like: - it's heavy for a sport car - a little bit slow automatic gearbox when you compare it to other sport cars - the price

[@iswearnotme]

Very helpful video, thank you. Debating buying a 2016-ish RC F, or a 2020-2021 IS350. These videos are a good resource.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Glad this is helpful my friend, best of luck on your purchase. God Bless!

[@ghostridertom]

Good video but those issues ARE absolutely not common, you could eve say rare. I have 4 "F" cars, never any issues. Uncomparable to the German experience. Lexus F cars are as reliable as possible for any performance car ever. I am not unbiased at all 🙂

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I def agree with you my friend, these things certainly don't have to happen to every person that buys these cars. But it is important to note they have happened and these videos are targeted to the people who are really reaching and putting all their chips into these cars with no savings left over. So they look for the most busted F car with 200k miles and I just want to protect those individuals. You might be blessed enough where one of your cars can simply disappear from your driveway and you would not even be phased but sadly, that's not the situation for many people and there's no videos to help those individuals either. But I def agree, out of all the performance cars I've looked into, these are easily the most dependable I've seen. God Bless

[@TheJMedia]

Been looking into getting an rcf. Thanks for the review video!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Glad it was helpful my friend

[@Cleofizoid]

Dude, I know this voice. 😅 You changed the name of your Channel and I didn't notice in my Notifications till now. 🙃 I bought a new IS 500 FSP in Mar 2022...I'll have to catch-up with any videos you've done on it.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea this was the Exhaust Sports Auto channel I changed it about 4 months ago, massive congrats on the IS 500 how do you like it?

[@AgtX999]

Mark Levinson Amp problems & Valley plate leaks seem to be the issues ive heard about most.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea just proves my point even more regarding these used cars without warranties. I'm sure there are even more problems but that's why I shared the resources so consumers can research in detail but I def appreciate you bringing this up my friend, thank you!

[@AgtX999]

@@MeynMotorGroup In the UK if you get the serviced at Lexus you get a 12 month warranty on the car for free up to 10 years old, not sure how much it covers though.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@AgtX999 probably just a powertrain warranty that gets offered here a lot with dealerships mainly because engine and transmission problems won’t really occur often it’s the electronics and actuators that really fail and cost a fortune

[@ashwitrush8033]

Hi there, could you take another look at this car? It has lowered in price significantly and the car market has really narrowed out!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

still costs the same except now it's a year older so it's even worse of a deal. I'll never buy a used car unless it's an exotic.

[@richardglaspie2538]

Excellent job thanks for the info

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Glad it was helpful!

[@socalguy97]

I can’t take Doug and Jeremy. With all due respect to them I can’t watch. Their reviews are unnecessarily snooty, harsh, and aren’t my style. With that said, I agree, their opinions of the RC F didn’t help.

[@MrT-nh6di]

Because it was BS, I test drove this car, it's awesome.

[@chukwuemekaonyema2716]

Was waiting for this. Had to like before I even watched

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks for the support!

[@ksawaleed62]

Can you review 540i 2017-2023 the reliability issues and concerns and b58 motor?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

👍

[@Excalabur50]

Very cool, Thanks Mr Lexus.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Appreciate you my friend as always!

[@rick2402]

Lots of great info here, thank you!

[@Pierre-so7xu]

thanks for this video i’ve been looking for a new daily lol

[@vvs1855]

Thinking of trading my 2023 altima for a 2015 rc 350 f sport, worth it?

[@wtbA29]

The value seems off

[@SmokeyES350]

Can you make one of these videos for the 7th generation es350 f sport?

[@TrayJayRecords]

I want an RCF but i’m not paying 40k for a 2015 with 80k miles

[@MeynMotorGroup]

If 40k is your budget you might as well get a new Camaro LT1 V8 and negotiate like 5% off

[@TrayJayRecords]

@@MeynMotorGroup I already have a 2012 SS camaro. The new ones don’t have such a difference for me to bother buying

[@Cal-El]

@@TrayJayRecordshad a 2013 SS and traded for a 2017 SS 1LE. Sir, I just can’t scroll past your comment without saying you’re wrong. There’s worlds of a difference between the 5th and 6th gen. If I could do it over again, I’d never have touched the 5th gen if I knew what the 6th gen had to offer. The Alpha chassis alone is enough to say that But you did say that there’s not much of a difference for *you*, and everyone has different needs and wants. So I can’t fault you

[@BH-BH]

Great info - thanks!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrEtodaG]

I've never gotten a car loan where they front load it with the interest. I wouldn't take that loan.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Well that's literally every car loan so if you've ever had a car loan or a mortgage, congrats, you've been played like the rest of us in this system.

[@MrEtodaG]

@@MeynMotorGroup mortgage yes. Haven’t had a car loan in a while. Last car loan I had was at 0% interest through Toyota back in 2012 for a Platinum Crew Cab Tundra. I bought an RC F in 2017 cash.

[@el_pinguino4087]

Been loving these videos can you do the first gen Mercedes cls?

[@osvaldofuentes-rz5ij]

Is the best 3.50 nice

[@mondragonmsaul308]

As far as I heard the is500 depreciation value is high af

[@MeynMotorGroup]

You’re one used car search away from finding out how untrue that statement is. Internet is a beautiful thing, we no longer have to assume.

[@steveblock7646]

Anybody know where I can find cheap seats? My driver seat is showing some leather creasing in the shoulder area ( common area to lean when you get out of the car)

[@huzib.8623]

The only problem i hve now is the Amplifier.

[@AndrewJacobson-cq2om]

I do think the IS 500 does have a Trans cooler but no oil..

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea my friend you are absolutely right the IS 500 does have the transmission cooler

[@AndrewJacobson-cq2om]

@@MeynMotorGroup It's been awhile!! New name new gig I like it!!!

[@bigjdm5460]

@@MeynMotorGroupis500 comes with an trans cooler? I need a source on this one.

[@seezang]

The issue i have with the RCF and LC500 is the same hp output as the IS500. Why lexus cant yall get more power out of the V8. Just doesnt make sense buying the more expensive RCF and super expensive LC500 when u can get the IS500 with same engine same power output for less.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

This is the biggest problem with Lexus products, they suck on paper and specs is what the average consumer will always look at. It's not your fault my friend not everyone has the opportunity to test every new vehicle that comes out so you can only go off of the specs. The reality is the LC just feels so much more special despite using the same engine, it sounds nothing like the RC F, IS 500, or GS F. Most importantly, it just drives different and hits different. You will only understand this if you've driven all these cars and driven some of the competitor products. Again, I understand this is almost impossible for the average person to achieve because if you go to a Lexus dealership to test drive these cars without the intent on buying, they will spit in your face and the same goes for rival car dealers as well.

[@lostalx]

Well that's true also Lexus really started cutting corners with RC F they barely sell so bean counters ruin the cars. RC F dropped Torque Vectoring Diff from 2022 onwards and they dropped the Lexus driver memory as well from that year plus now in 2023 they removed the engine bracing. As for IS 500 it is fast but it is not having solid chassis, personal experience as I own an IS 500, the F treatment I thought was not big deal until I test drove an RC F. It's a lot, the RC F handles way better, the low ride is far more suited for the NA V8 and the entire car is better in rigidity plus bigger brakes and ton of cooling, it's built from ground up to handle the 2UR-GSE unlike 3IS which is a shrunk of GS and had franken GS F front end subframe to accommodate the V8 and guess what ? the engine weight and power causes the IS 500 to have bumper sag which Toyota/Lexus are not fixing (released a TSB in 2024 and it's garbage as it ruins the bumper further, only fix is a clublexus community one which is not a design fix but a bandaid)

[@AgtX999]

Track edition is the worst version to buy not least because its barely any sportier than the normal version but its got carbon ceramic brakes £$£$£$£$ to replace, carbon roof, sills, wing $££$£$ if you damage those. Its got a titanium exhaust is the only nice thing. If you want more sporty than the regular RCf, get an M car or something.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Can’t you just get aftermarket steel rotors? Nobody is forcing you to get carbon ceramics right? But you’re def right, hardly a difference between this and regular RCF

[@AgtX999]

@@MeynMotorGroup Youd have to replace them all, the regular discs are brembo high carbon anyway, still not cheap. When you come to sell it, would anyone looking for a track edition accept downgraded non carbon discs?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@AgtX999 I don’t think it matters since everyone keeps complaining about carbons. No practical use in the real world anyways. The car that actually is special the LC is wanted by no one so people don’t know or care what quality is idc what people buy anymore.

[@AgtX999]

@@MeynMotorGroup I think that most people dont even know the LC500 even exists!

[@lostalx]

@@MeynMotorGroup I think problem with LC is price and usability, it's far too expensive, over $100K USD for a built one and 120K for bespoke in US which is to get due to added customizaiton, the problem is the depreciation, LC falls hard and then the trunk is useless, the digi-trans is annoying, the door pockets are useless, car is very heavy over 400lbs more than RCF. Sad really as that's the best Lexus to date. Plus you can't even track it or rack miles, too much attention and some people who hate you might even scratch the paint.

[@tylerturner3145]

The used Lexus market is truly fuckin' disgusting. I'm not paying that much for an 8yo+ car. I definitely overpaid for my 2014 is350 rwd base.

[@amgone75dm]

Missed the issue with the valley plate leak. Across the board the ISFS,RCFs,GSFs and LC500s have had this issue. It is really sad the amount of cars affected Lexus still will not make a TSB. They use a gasket for the valve covers but not the valley plate. Makes no sense at all. Slap yourself Lexus!! Lol

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea my friend this just adds to my point that these cars are not just "toyotas" or "corollas" like many online like to make it seem. These are expensive luxury cars cars and yes it's more solid than their peers but can still cripple the wrong people who decide to buy this used with no warranty protection.

[@ATLballer]

no comments on the GS F

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It's all the same thing and title does not include GS F

[@ct_actual1021]

and the prices are continuing to go down.

[@Romulus609]

When u get up over 70k for a two door everyone would rather a used C8 Corvette!

[@lostalx]

C8 has DCT problems, the Automatic Trans in that is a bust, GM did changes and still the DCT fails. The car is not worth the cash as the cost is too high over an RC F and won't last 50K miles without DCT failure let alone 100-300K miles that 2UR can handle with ease.

[@Richy_cF]

You forgot about the Infamous Valley Plate Leak . No Fun

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I’m sure there are more issues like the transmission roughness that was sorted out with a dealer reprogram. Point of this was not to go through every solitary issue with a car because we will be here til next week. I wanted to cover the useful resources so consumers can do their own research. Hopefully people watching understand no car is perfect and will now intelligently seek a warranty when buying a car or buy CPO or lease new because a car will always have too many issues to count.

[@Kubs777]

Clapped out... 😂

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Yo bro 🫡🤝😎👍🏾👍🏾

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey brother thanks for dropping in would love to get your thoughts on the looks of the RC F, I personally really love the unique looks of it 👍

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup No problem bro and it’s definitely a sporty attractive looking car for sure 🤝😎👍🏾👍🏾

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@theodoreyoung8777 yea bro I agree def doesn’t look like any other car out there 👍

[@jaykobe23]

I see rcf for 36 38k my area I def gotta look into lil further

[@GuySharpe]

The worst car owned in my life was 2007 ls460, 5 major faults, all 32 valve springs had to be replaced because of faulty metal, all fuel lines replaced due to leaking, engine starter replaced, and brakes failed. Next, 2017 lexus rcf, brakes failed at 13,500 miles, got rid of it. Never will buy another lexus. Research brake failures on these cars. Also valve springs, fuel lines & starters. IMO, no excuse for poor quality parts & expensive at that. Somebody at toyota has their head in the sand.

[@wtbA29]

Jesus you have most to be the most unlikely guy ever lol

[@RajivNair-g2y]

theyre just too heavy and not really a performance car.

[@meme4626]

Lexus is not a toyota please

[@osvaldofuentes-rz5ij]

Garbage car for the money 👎

[@thanksfortrumpcnnmsnbcandh8771]

I think the regular RC 350s are ugly

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Just get the F Sport fixes everything

[@sew9068]

@@MeynMotorGroup ...and put some RS-R Down Springs and top it off with some 20's Vossen Wheels.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@sew9068 might as well use that money to buy a warranty or just step up to an RC F

[@sew9068]

@@MeynMotorGroup yup