2021 Lexus RC F Track Edition Review // The Wrong Way To Spend $100,000

[@H3LLBRING3R47]

“The LFA is so good, not even the people who made it, know how to make it again”-Jeremy Clarkson

[@WatchKek]

so true

[@ivaniii9707]

I don't know how much they spent on the development of the LFA, but I am sure Toyota will never again greenlight that much money to be blown on a car which they are going to sell at a loss.

[@H3LLBRING3R47]

@@ivaniii9707 yeah we unfortunately will never see another LFA, after over a decade of deigns being made and scrapped over and over, and probably excessive RND budget expenses and of course as you mentioned, losing money on every one they even managed to sell, it was a phenomenal car and one of my all time favorite cars ever; but from a business standpoint making something like it again isnt feasable in the slightest so all we can really do is be thankful that they even made the LFA

[@glennnichols4220]

I never realized that goon said that. However what does he know about the LFA that the designers and crew didn't know?

[@jaekimchi]

thats because all the best bits of the LFA were engineered by Yamaha

[@SPEAKTRULY]

16:41 “They made the air compressing lighter air conditioning weighterless” Throttle House did right by us again and left the Bloopers! But seriously. Great job guys. 👏👍

[@mochabear88]

ty

[@akshaysankarshana2405]

No, seriously, of all the things that James Engelsman has said, this is the one that everybody's gonna remember.

[@hassanalbalushi5373]

Why would you buy this when there is LC500

[@CoryStewart-ee9ug]

Honestly ots not worth 120k with less hp than something you'll get from a camaro zl1 or corvette z06..lexus just spent to much for nothing amd garamtee lost mkmey...I'll take a shelby gt350 anyday over this

[@danielgillrup9518]

Lexus was too scared to get too far away from being a Lexus and really made a car made for no one

[@Pete0621]

They're slowly sticking their neck out though. Hopeful to see some new releases from them soon.

[@randyneves9701]

Give it a few years and maybe they’ll get it

[@StefBelgium]

Totally in agreement with that comment.

[@Keoponloeu]

@@randyneves9701 they did but it flopped.

[@umairahmad4711]

LFA enters the chat

[@chickenpasta7359]

I honestly LOVE the styling of this car. Lexus really knows how to get the angular aggressive looks right

[@Sarcastic_Asmodeus]

It's a great car. I miss mines and as of late the RCF's have become even more rare. Everyone loves to throw numbers and liked to remind me of "faster" options as if most owners of these highly expensive cars were racing through the streets every day trying to beat track times. Hell, i am actually looking into buying a lightly used track edition RCF as we speak.

[@AI-qd4vb]

Wait, what? Lexus gets what? Its a mishaped blob and the only angular parts are the worst part of the design. Lexus doesnt get anything design wise, since they stopped copying mercs. The RC is as overcharged stylistically as the Supra, hence why it lacks presence after you saw it for a few times.

[@kellyoubrejr544]

⁠@@AI-qd4vbUtter nonsense, style is a preference so you can say whatever you like about the car… But we aren’t going as far to say that it’s pretty much an ugly car ESPECIALLY with the shit BMW and Mercedes put out nowadays design wise. If the Lexus RC F is a “overcharged style”, at least it’s unique unlike BMW and Mercedes. Those 2 brands haven’t put out a good looking car since they recently changed their design language. Audi has been the only German brand that has quite nice designs. Again, it’s an opinion thing so it’s no point for back and forth argument about this debate.

[@VietyF]

@@kellyoubrejr544I’m a fan of Lexus but can’t seem to like the front end. Headlights always had that like if it was punched in the face design at some angles. Side profile is sexy and rear too, but towards the front just looks weird. BMW has always had handsome gorgeous looking cars until their redesigns which absolutely KILLED the designs it looks horrendous. You can’t tell me the 2021 M340i isn’t sexy and gorgeous.

[@razatiger22]

Im not a fan of the sloping hood and the hump in it.

[@fastgrandm1236]

Throttle House to 10,000,000 I feel like few people accidentally stumble across this channel and never get the urge to watch again. I’ve been watching every upload for almost 2 years. Ever since Thomas brought James along, they are hilarious, informative, the chemistry is great. True friendship. Both wonderful car enthusiast. High production quality, great cinematics. Y’all could easily get to 10,000,000. I also like how they don’t over saturate the YT with content. Channels that upload 20 times a day just to get an extra buck end up dying because people lose interest. When we check for a new upload and one isn’t there, we don’t care. We’re left with suspense and will check everyday until a new upload has arrived. It’s worth it.

[@DavekayBSC]

For me it's the delivery. Everything they say about the cars comes across like they really thought about it, as opposed to "bro, this paint pops, like in some light it does but not in other light." "Now let's talk about whether the satellite radio can rewind for 20 minutes, and if we remember, we'll discuss the ride quality in the last three seconds." I live cars, and that channel bored me to tears.

[@djsomeguy]

@@DavekayBSC hahah TheStraightPipes ftl I actually can't believe this channel doesn't have 10x the subs they do...the quality here is on the level of carfection.

[@maplesyrup4752]

@@DavekayBSC Haha... I can't watch the that other channel anymore. Not sure how to interpret "It's really pretty ok" commentary. And the constant index finger wagging while talking drives me nuts. Haha. Throttlehouse destroys them on so many levels.

[@tobyg1240]

Well said! I don’t know how I stumbled upon their video about a year or so ago but have been trying to follow their videos since! Amazing team they have with them as well.

[@fernandoguzzo5384]

@@DavekayBSC So well put. I was a fan of TSP for a bit, but they seem to have this arrogant "we're youtubers" mentality. I think they forget they don't actually own the cars they test. Too bad, they used to be enjoyable. Throttle House is so much better, on so many levels. I think the fact that TH caught and passed TSP in subscribers drives them nuts. I guess begging for subscribers isn't all it takes....you need content!

[@orionarclight]

"It's not the size of the grill, it's how it's applied to the front of the car" - Thomas Socrates

[@xavierwashington4820]

I’ve been saying this, the grill design is nice, it’s how it’s implemented which makes it work or not. The only Lexus models I don’t like being a Lexus fan, is the 3rd gen is and the gx.

[@山内淳カイル-i5d]

This. It's infuriating when you're criticizing BMW (M3/M4) grillles but then some idiot comes with a "but Audi and Lexus has big grilles, too" argument.

[@suraj01]

Best chemistry since Hammond, CLARKSON, and May..

[@siyandajola585]

S K if that's the case, why are they still in production together? The reality is that people do argue all the time, it doesn't mean much. Especially if you're in each other's space all the time.

[@air-headedaviator1805]

@S K what TV were you watching? They didn’t get along when the cameras were on either lmao Still great chemistry

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[@mahadali619]

Why is Clarkson capital?😂

[@LeprechaunGinger]

I hope so! They are life partners!

[@johntomaino4614]

It's 530 torque in Australia 0-100 in 4 secs which is very quick. It also beat 911s and Corvettes in recent races. It will also outlast all competitors - that's real luxury and power.

[@masonryman8183]

So is it as simple as a tune? What else is different that makes it better there?

[@joshuathomas512]

"They made the air compressing, lighter air conditioning weighter less." -James

[@nathanking8396]

-and Socrates

[@michaelmiguelsanchez]

He says it with such confidence.

[@andrewrobertson5508]

Oh my god that was hilarious. He said it so straight, Thomas perfectly summarized my thoughts on it 😂

[@lelouchvibritannia1788]

He says 'They went with a lighter air conditioning compressor". When does he say your comment?

[@joelness]

Gotta love Thomas's Dutch-sounding replay.

[@calebfurlong]

“Look! Is that a classic Alfa?” Would get me every time too. Don’t worry Thomas

[@WhiteGoldSynesthesia]

Throttle House days are the best days 🖤

[@sircaptainslowly3739]

Damm right it is

[@307skylake7]

Couldn’t have said it better.

[@nbahighlightsbymeme1835]

Yupp

[@yesmantday7099]

great

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

LOVE throttle house especially Thomas's Canadian "must clearly enunciate while never EVER dropping my Gs". Eg, drivin, makin, waitin, etc (or "I'm gonna" instead of I'm going to). He can't lol

[@jordankipkorir9656]

Felt a bit bumed out that there was no intro skit, but the outtake at the end more than compensated for that. We need more outtakes!

[@Parker-time]

Track reviews don't get the opening skits.

[@BillMrazek]

Everyone’s thinking it, but I’m gonna say it. Throttle House is the best automotive content available today. Informative, beautifully shot, and extremely entertaining writing and presentation.

[@scottlauren3145]

Donut Media and Doug Demuro are contenders, in my opinion. However, Throttle House are the best at integrating comedy, quality information and great quality production. They will continue to grow and grow and deserve nothing but success.

[@djsomeguy]

@@scottlauren3145 I've stopped watching Doug...his videos have gotten repetitive and boring and unoriginal. I'll watch if there's a car I'm really interested in, but not every video like I used to.

[@GuestUser18]

@@djsomeguy sorry. What?

[@dg_bladee8507]

Yeah right up with doug and donut media imo, they deserve at least 4 or 5 mil subs

[@Tachyon836]

SavageGeese

[@deltahorizon26]

Lexus was smart to make the RC when it was first introduced, they needed a sub-hundred-grand GT coupe and used extra parts from the IS, ES, and GS to develop this. Problem with the RCF Track Edition was that it’s not focused enough to be a track car. The carbon fiber panels barely shaved off any weight and it still keeps most of the luxury bits from the RC 350. The V8 is also pretty underpowered compared to the competition. For 100k, this is encroaching Porsche GT4 territory and the GT4 is simply a way more focused track car. It’s still a pretty damn good GT car. However, if I wanted a GT car from Lexus, I’d rather buy the LC500 for nearly the same price.

[@AI-qd4vb]

This is a compact coupe. Its based on the IS and uses all the bin parts from that car. Its got nothing from an ES which is an entirely different platform and I doubt it shares anything more than an anecdotical percentage of parts with the GS which is a different segment. Interior, tech, powertrain, all comes from the IS. Thats also one of the reasons its so heavy and uninspired performance wise. The IS was designed with the hybrid powertrain in mind and very little thought was put into weight balance or chasis stiffness for performance applications. You cant always reinforce a car to handle the power the performance segment needs. Thats why they didnt even bother into making the is500 into a performace version and instead just went with the "zen" approach of just making it a sleeper V8.

[@benkhmelev9692]

​@@AI-qd4vbHybrid power train in mind? Where is that at

[@kingsage7195]

Id love to see a throttle house ROAD TRIP both you USE your personal FAVORITE CARS and go cross country

[@xianyueai9381]

greatest roadtrip

[@TheCreamRisesToTheTop]

Like gears and gasoline. That would be fantastic

[@rushklvn]

Make this happen !

[@yashvardhansinghgohil1883]

Reviewing cars along the way in different cities

[@themod3702]

like top gear specials?

[@YYZ-SRQ]

production values are like Top Gear. Glad to see a Made in Canada KZbinr kicking butt.

[@Braydenplaysallday]

Thomas does a great job articulating driving dynamics on track! Can’t get enough!

[@SweetPappyJones]

Throttle House has to be on the short list of top automotive KZbin channels.

[@mateuszmrozewski9705]

You guys are gonna have ~2.5 mil subscribers by the end of the year. The quality is just astonishing

[@justaaron488]

I doubt it that’s a big jump. I’d love to see it but I can see 1.8-1.9

[@Dd-mt5ol]

@@justaaron488 well see he’s a at 1.3mil hopefully by then i’ll have my gs lexus to

[@themanthemitchthelegend7584]

@@Dd-mt5ol about 1.4 now

[@waynephilbert]

Socrates was indeed a busy man, but on his busiest day he still wasn't quite as hectic as Thomas on that hot lap. Like watching a one armed performer juggle snakes whilst both they AND the snakes were on fire. And on a unicycle.

[@nathanking8396]

Whenever the intro is changed again, that sentence better be in it. Or make it the company motto. Y’all need to pray it to the car gods. Something. “They made the air conditioning, lighter air conditioning weighter less.” needs to be in history books. Don’t let this line be forgotten.

[@ouijabored45]

I have a feeling we'll look back on these more fondly simply for the fact it's an NA V8 and it'll last till the end of time. I have no idea if that'll be reflected in the prices, though.

[@ronl471]

"this is the same colour as the trees over there with no leaves on them" 😂

[@benrolle622]

This car seems like a gentleman in a suit step into a boxing ring with a guy who fights people in bars on weekends

[@danieljmartinez-pagan2619]

Such a nice way to start my day watching throttle house. This car is beautiful.

[@don_huzan]

Well, idk if it’s really a bad purchase. I think it’ll be a collectors car in it’s tiny niche and reliable too. That doesn’t take away from the fact that it is still heavy and doesn’t keep up with the Germans as well either, but it’s Lexus and it’s a limited edition run, a very special car that practically no one would want to buy.

[@curtr.5083]

Man I do really like these Lexus V8’s. They are super unique.

[@nonameyet2205]

These will be the last of them, next year they will be switching to 4.0TT V8

[@curtr.5083]

@@saltyfloridaman7163 good comment /s, lol, always love when someone debates a subjective opinion. Next time post something worth-while. To me it is very unique especially in the way it sounds. I never said the build is a unique engineering masterpiece; simply that the characteristics are unique. I don’t even really like V8’s in general unless they rev high or sound more European, they all sound soulless and anti-climatic.

[@damionwhite8639]

Since finding you guys channel......I have been star struck by the great cars, high cognitive knowledge and a awesome friendship. Keep up the great work!!!!

[@yusifmammadli]

Throttle House is becoming one of my favorite channels on the roaster 🔥 They’re absolutely killin’ it!

[@ewelinakamycki4926]

YES FINALLY! IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THE RCF

[@shamiurrahman5599]

seeing y'all growth over the years has been great to watch

[@mulalonkosi]

10:54 LMAO...Did Thomas just say "It's got a big WANG"??

[@rickybuenrostro3632]

Yeah 🤣

[@eb110americana]

Yes, but apparently it hasn't read the Kama Sutra, as it only has one position.

[@exquisitedelusion3925]

Big Wang Gang

[@wokenfree]

Was looking for this comment. Guess it's packing?

[@hyperionx4029]

It's a great car, just priced out of being truly competitive.

[@person.w9780]

Even of it was priced competitively, it's still lacking. All it really has going for it is the NA V8.

[@usernamealreadytaken770]

@@person.w9780 Yep if I were to get the V8, get the LC500 or IS500 since they prioritize luxury over performance which is why they aren’t F cars. I don’t want a performance oriented car that falls flat on performance.

[@hyperionx4029]

@@person.w9780 I disagree. The current problem is that you're essentially paying a premium for a car with performance not befitting its price tag and design language. However, price being equal or even undercutting its competition (as lexus was originally intended to do), then the choice becomes far more subjective and preferential. Generally speaking, no true F car has ever preformed head and shoulders above its competition on a track.

[@chris-andrebrissett5208]

I’d rather get this as a used car. I’m pretty sure it would be a bag for your buck used but 100k for this considering the price is a no for most.

[@ogmechsftw]

@@chris-andrebrissett5208 just buy an original, pre-facelift RC F and do some minor suspension mods. Less than half the price, just as solid thanks to the build quality and you even get your choice of TVD or Torsen.

[@mohammadturbo6753]

Nothing better then Lexus , this car has some secrets that only the Lexus big fans knows, I love it so much ❤

[@errorali39]

I'm a Lexus die hard fan, I genuinely wish from the bottom of my heart that Lexus would make a proper sport car with a proper price !!

[@hs5942]

Hope they make somethin light with gr86 platform

[@theyhatehimbecausehetoldth7576]

They need to add forced induction to the v8 to give it the power it needs and they need to lighten the car up some more.

[@boboutelama5748]

@@theyhatehimbecausehetoldth7576 This means no V8 with forced induction then. If it is light, it will definitely not be able to deliver on the V8.

[@seemslegit6203]

This car would be fine for that it if was cheaper, the RC should not be matching prices with the LC

[@coreylucas5997]

A former co worker got a mat black Dark horse mustang it’s a beast it has 800 rear horsepower and is super loud and fast, and his final price 78,000.00$ and that supercharger kit has a warranty, he was considering this but I’m sure he is very happy with his super pony, and he saved money

[@TheWoebegoneJackal]

It's a pretty car not gonna lie, and it sounds fantastic! Unfortunately if I had that kind of money, there are several cars I'd rather get. I think that's truly the crux of the issue, it's not a bad car at all, just that there are better options in that price range.

[@tri3pleagent]

I can't wait for the V-Blackwings to drop...

[@rakeshsinghal9920]

James is getting much better at analyzing the cars! He could be the next Top Gear host with the way he says aluminum!

[@shdymoj0]

TH > TG

[@troychishow1902]

Ontario? Particularly Dunnville? I think I recognize this air strip. "CWD". Canada's Worst Driver.

[@theninethrees8044]

As a Lexus owner, I would still fall for the Classic Alfa and start looking around 😂

[@makattak88]

Throttle House and TheStraightPipes should do a “cheap car challenge” or something of the like. Bring old school Top Gear style back!

[@spydaman2022]

By far the funniest car review channel on KZbin👍🏻

[@MatthewGaither]

I can appreciate that this is the most focused RC-F ever. It's not a track car, despite the name, but it is cool and sounds great.

[@Fluterra]

It does not sound great. An AMG C63 sounds a lot better. And it’s certainly not cool! I would feel like a fool if I bought this!

[@Jallu555]

@@Fluterra Well luckily, nobody is forcing you to buy it. And I personally think the RC-F sounds better than the Merc but thats just me I guess :)

[@MichaelReeves412]

Throttle House is the Top Gear that does Top Gear better than modern Top Gear

[@naturalgainzzz7005]

I love this car entirely and always will,with that said they still need to drop another 150lbs and give it over 500hp..the conpetition is so far ahead ....with that said these do have good top end power and sound incredible

[@andriesswa6453]

Love the RC-F track addition 🔥🔥🔥 But I'll have to stay content with my RC350 F-Sport 😊

[@biyonnanayakkara97]

the quality of the content that you guys make are more top notch than even motor trend reviews such as head2head etc

[@oberonstoilov1489]

Amazing review guys! Love how it was basically an LC500 ad at the end of it🤣

[@wheeljack1227]

I love the RCF on the strength of it's style and reliability alone. This is also the only "pony car" from the far east which demands respect. However, the Camaro SS 1LE, Mustang Mach 1, BMW M2, & Cayman GT4 offer much more for far less money. Stingers & Q60s can be modded past the RCF for less than $2000. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@em5635]

Brand new zl1 1le hellcat redeye c8 corvette borderline gt500 shelby price almost brand new base GTR New Toyota supra soo many more options for much less money You can even buy a zl1 and turn it into a exorcist and it would be around 100k

[@Zelow.]

If performance is #1 on your list then it isn't the right car for you. Most RCF owners buy the car for Rarity,Reliability, and a badass N/A V8 in a Luxury car.

[@em5635]

@@Zelow. used audi r8

[@an-dr6eu]

@@Zelow. Except, theres barely any luxury on it... As for rarity, yes, if we only take into account the model spec itself, but otherwise, interior, design, looks? Typical run of the mill Lexus... You only got left reliability. And yeah, theres no discussion there. The chances of it being reliable are high, but the myths around Lexus' reliability is overblown... They do have their share of problems and numerous recalls. Their hybrid batteries do tend to go off on 100k for example, and replacing them costs thousands.

[@Zelow.]

@@an-dr6eu Barely any luxury? Have you been in these cars yourself or do you just watch these reviews online? The car is full of alcantara,carbon fiber, and leather and the sound proofing is great and also gives the heavy door effect of most modern luxury cars. While they LOOK like the typical Lexus they have a lot more options that differentiate the regular line up from the Fs. As for rarity there's currently 5,086 RCFs in the entire US and that doesn't count the written off cars so its even less than that. They're extremely rare and there's no arguing that. And in terms of reliability, I was speaking on the 2UR-GSE motor itself in the Fs. I don't know of another car on the market with over 400hp from the factory that can last 300k+ miles with no major repairs other than these cars. I have seen ISFs either nearing 300k or over 300k miles still running like the day they pulled off the lot and that alone can make this car worth ownership to some.

[@DaveCM]

How much does removing seat warmers reduce weight? That would be absolutely negligible.

[@sneekyturbo_AMG]

I think the only way I'd buy this car is if I lived close to a road course. But even then it's still pretty pricey. Gorgeous though.

[@jgripen969]

To me, this is a modern E92 M3, which is why I absolutely love it.

[@brianfromthirty]

Chills: “TOP TEN WORST WAYS TO SPEND 100k CAD” “Number 1.....Lexus RC-F”

[@Keoponloeu]

How the hell is it number one…..

[@NSH_2814]

@@Keoponloeu See 5:57 and you'll know why

[@carboydorifutoparty3976]

@@Keoponloeu its slow for 100k def not worth the price if its that slow tbh.

[@vincentp4951]

@@carboydorifutoparty3976 and lacks any if all tech features

[@leonking1610]

@@vincentp4951 yea I drove one, it felt out dated ...I just went for an Audi RS5 instead

[@aw-cv7ys]

I'm thinking Lexus won't be letting you guys get your hands on any of their cars again soon. Well done for telling it like it is.

[@jamesengelsman9369]

Our Lexus reps are total legends, and will totally understand.

[@JoshuaTootell]

They still get Mercedes...even after the, uh, butt plug incident.

[@Kungfurobbie]

The end credits outtake scene 😂😂

[@Luke41560]

naturally aspirated v8 for the track producing almost 500 hp, you could get the same thing in a mustang gt for 1/3 of the price, that's why it doesn't sell.

[@Al-qn3sj]

The Mustang's interior, build quality and reliability does not compare to the Lexus.

[@gerardmontgomery280]

A hundred grand will get you the mother of all Ultimas. You want a track edition car then get something that's built for the track from the ground up.

[@michaelgakanga]

Well said

[@KellyMyers]

I love you guys so much. You are the new Top Gear. If you ever want to drive my Boss 302 on the Dragon come on down.

[@ld9387]

Costs almost the same as a GT-R. No thanks. Regular RC F is fine

[@jordanmyricks2745]

Stg I’ll reduce my own weight

[@chris-andrebrissett5208]

Can’t you make this from the RC-F for little to $2k? I Ike the RC platform but this doesn’t need to exist for such a high price

[@ogmechsftw]

@@chris-andrebrissett5208 carbon ceramic brakes aren't 2k and neither are light panels. however, 100tw tires on a regular RC F would probably net a faster hotlap

[@_Makanko_]

Delivering lines like a pro ! Cheers guys, nice video, excellent shots

[@seanfenwick]

Been waiting for this one! ❤️❤️💙🇿🇦

[@throttlehouse3569]

W•h•a•t•s•a•p•p👇 +1•(8-4-3)•6•0•5•4•8•2•1!

[@830983208]

1. Chris Harris 2. James/Thomas best in the business! Funny stuff guys.

[@MadMan_123]

It's probably a good daily driver good enough for power looks like the interior is comfy sounds great

[@josephm.6453]

Love the hot lap with no commentary more of that please

[@russelljackson1985]

Love the way it looks

[@dewaynesummers8105]

I love how these guys are honest with every car they review.

[@NewShockerGuy]

I bought a 2020 RCF and got it for around $68k. For what it is, it's awesome! I never looked at a car like an m3/4 or anything of that nature. I don't want something that is fast in a straight line or take to a track... I want a comfortable cruiser that is typical lexus/toyota reliability and when I put my foot down I hear the 8 cylinder. As cool as the Track edition or Fuji edition is, it's to my not worth $100k... or at least I would not spend that much for this vehicle. I'd look at a Porsche no questions. IF however they would have bumped up the power by 100hp for the track edition and done some other stuff it might be more worth it... I love the CF even though it looks boy ricer to me in certain areas, but you can't get past the fact it's the same engine, same body style and overall same infotainment..etc, and or actually LESS options for the car, and paying more. I LOVE the CCB but that can be changed for two piece rotors at a later time. The all red interior is way too much for me. It's typical lexus styling gone too far. It looks tacky and when I sat in one at the dealer when I was buying mine it was overwhelming the amount of red inside. I LOVE my rcf though. But I would never buy the track edition... just way too expensive for what you are getting.

[@tomasengelmajer4634]

Already got a Lotus for that performance role, this I am getting as an ultimate long term ownership GT. F gives you soul, Germans are precise and high end but sterile and generic.

[@davidbarlow372]

i would

[@bee1445]

Another great video. Ya'll are on a roll! Get these two a major TV deal.

[@Ficon]

Thank you for calling out the Lexus crap. Paying Porsche 911 money for a Camry Solara is stupid.

[@ilemg82]

You guys are great. That ending was hilarious 😂

[@willhutchinsonfitness2481]

I feel like the LFA set the bar too high and they haven’t been able to live up to that since

[@jtc1964x]

LFA was garbage. They couldn't give those ugly things away

[@alexnicol7104]

@@jtc1964x lmao wtf are you on about? They only made 500. They're next to impossible to get.

[@willhutchinsonfitness2481]

@@jtc1964x couldn’t give them away? Their appreciating so much and has arguably the best exhaust note ever

[@jtc1964x]

@@willhutchinsonfitness2481 They couldn't GIVE them away. How many did they sell? Dealers had them on the lot 2 years after production ended. QUOTE: For example, in 2019, Lexus sold 3 new LFA supercars-the same LFA supercar that was produced from 2010-2012. It took them SEVEN YEARS after production ended to sell out

[@Zelow.]

@@jtc1964x That's because people didn't even know the LFA existed. You know why it finally sold out? Because videos finally got popular of the car in action and hearing the exhaust note. Lexus has always done a terrible job at marketing their performance cars and it leaves people to not even know their cars exist. People still don't even know what the RCF is or that it has a V8 and I constantly get the "what kind of car is that?" comment every time I go out.

[@Jake_Bear]

I watch this evertime it's recommended to me for the last minute of the video

[@cars67833]

I'm probably going to get the submodel wrong and I'm more of A Lexus guy in the first place but couldn't you just get like the Camaro zl1 or the track version with the V8 for like $60,000 or significantly less

[@jamesengelsman9369]

YEP!

[@usernamealreadytaken770]

Yep if you know I8ABMR or now known as “The Track Enthusiast” he traded his IS F for a ZL1 and recently got a ZL1 1LE lol.

[@Musashi_XIV]

RC F with an exhaust is an unforgettable sound.

[@fedorable1158]

"If you want that naturally aspirated v8 coupe" just get a mustang for half the price - that comes with ventilated and heated seats.

[@dbased1915]

true, and even if you wanted an RC-F get a used low mile 2016 or 2017 with near the same performance for 40-50g less. this edition makes 0 sense

[@chris-andrebrissett5208]

I love Lexus but damn 100k for what exactly? Why does it have to be that much?

[@sly9263]

@@chris-andrebrissett5208 I ask myself that for pretty much any Lexus out there... with the exception of the LC500, which is only because the car looks so unique and beautiful inside and out. When you break down what the LC actually is (same NA V8 as the RC F) and include the dated and horrible infotainment, lack of interior controls locked behind that infotainment and cancerous touchpad, combined with poorly located controls (EG drive modes on the dashboard), the LC500 is grossly overpriced as well. I want an amazing JDM car to cherish... but you're going to overpay for something that's significantly lesser than pretty much all of it's competition in both performance and technology. I mean look at the GTR- it's an ancient and grossly overpriced for what's a 16 year old car... but at least it performs well (albeit no longer the best in class that it once was). I think JDM manufacturers are overly calculating and too afraid to take any risks, so they rarely come out with anything impressive and cling to reliability in using dated, proven technology instead... a philosophy which I believe falls short in the luxury/high end performance markets.

[@Anthony-dk7de]

@@dbased1915 got mines for $45k CPO w/ 34k miles. I’m selling it and getting a Benz C63S though.

[@americanAlienBoy]

His description of the on-track handling gives me flashbacks. Years ago, I owned an E36 M3, and I got to instruct a student on a track in a 1st gen IS300. You know, the one that was gonna put the BMW 3-series (including the M3) in its place. It was almost exactly like this RC F: Up to about 8/10, it felt very good. Lovely engine, good seats, good build quality. Nice compromise between ride and handling. Typical Lexus. But once you started approaching its limits, it got squirrely. Like, you could go around the same corner at the same speed three times in a row, and it would be like three different cars: one time it would plow, next time the back end would step out, and the third time it would do both. The M3, OTOH, you could drive right up to (or even slightly beyond) its limits, and know exactly what it was going to do next.

[@boostseason]

Germans: "this will do 0-60 in 5.6 seconds" *does 4.9 in reality* Lexus: "this RC-F will do 0-60 in 3.9 seconds" *4.9 in reality*

[@Michael-tm6vs]

😭😭😂

[@muayboran4life]

As a current RCF owner I can say with almost certainty that it is fast enough for day to day use. Mine has PPE EL headers, Invidia catback, and recently got it tuned by Loi and it feels proper quick car. For someone who has always owned BMWs, and VW I can't say anything bad against the European cars, but if you want reliability, and a car that is not a dime a dozen then RCF should be high on your list.

[@AudreyF2010]

I spy with my little eye a CWD logo on the track at the 4:04 mark. Remnant from "Canada's Worst Driver"? Thanks for another excellent vid from the Throttle House team. One day I will learn to not watch when having dinner due to sudden fits of laughter 😉

[@captaintf7759]

Now that this car is pretty much half off I am seriously considering it. For me it’s either this or an BMW M4

[@TrayJayRecords]

i’m getting the rcf. I had a 435 and fell out of love when basic parts are 300% more than any other car

[@seemslegit6203]

Brand new its definitely not worth the money, but on the used market the prices become much more reasonable and you don't have to worry that its got milage on it cause its still a lexus

[@OriginalAbsolute]

I like the voice tone "yeaaaah", "leeless" that you guys add. nice touch of modern humor

[@BigHeadClan]

I really liked the original RCF when it came out around 2015, the performance numbers at the time were good and it was kind of like a modern Supra (at least in purpose) and the price wasn't too bad. Alas time has gone on and it didn't receive any meaningful updates to the base trim. Off topic that outro was hilarious. XD

[@malcolmadams2105]

I love the interior and it doesn’t look dated. At least not against other brands. Love the red too

[@canadaperson]

Production quality is insane here. Awesome video

[@Kumoiwa]

Love the honest review ❤️ keep it up guys!

[@Lazirus951]

The RC F has a market out there for daily drivers, but I'm not sure who this "Track Edition" is for at its price bracket. There are just way better performance options out there.

[@Mike-cz2yw]

daily driving a 88k$ CAD car... OKAY... a bunch of millionaires in here or what...

[@arunmanickam1709]

9:45 Thomas moving the door like that saying that this isn’t very lexusy was jokes

[@SniperReady]

$100,000 to go a second slower to 60 than my $32,000 hatchback That better be the best sounding V8 in existence

[@danielvisintainer3352]

If you’re looking for the sound of a N/A 5.0l V8 the Mustang Mach 1 is honestly the better option. It’s quicker, comes with a manual and active exhaust valves, and costs $40,000 less.

[@SniperReady]

@@danielvisintainer3352 absolutely, it seems pointless to go with shiny Toyota for this experience when the mustang provides what you’d want from that experience, and more. Though I still have to say that the mustang is still slower than my hatchback for almost double the price 😂

[@davidbarlow372]

3.96 0 to 60

[@johnvega2528]

Man I love this channel I subscribed yesterday,, you guys are awesome !!!!!!

[@djcoronel]

The ending should have been the intro hahaha

[@bmartin7828]

The after credits are hilarious. Thanks for sharing that and all the content. Thanks.

[@domepiecemcgrill3896]

😭😂 a track edition with apex problems. Sounds about right from Toyota’s “premium brand” lol 1LE package Camaro’s cost so much less and come in faster and lesser on the pocket.

[@RK1FX]

Yup

[@v60polestar88]

Facts!! When will people realize Lexus doesn’t make very good high performance vehicles. They make very reliable sporty vehicles

[@alanbarboza781]

Y’all have to understand tho a Lexus is a luxury car it’s so smooth and it’s reliable and it feels different than your typical mustang and challenger you have to get behind the wheel of one to realize this

[@v60polestar88]

@@alanbarboza781 BMW and Mercedes are also luxury car companies yet there high performance vehicles handle like it. Lexus as a company isn’t great at making high performance vehicles. At the end of the day Lexus IS just a nicer Toyota

[@domepiecemcgrill3896]

@@alanbarboza781 i sale cars for a living. You have no idea the type of vehicles i get in ans have access to do so 6 days a week. These are not track inspired. Audi engineers would get a kick out of this convo. 😭🤣

[@kauhren]

I actually like this car, but the M2CS & MX-5 argument is more then solide... I hope Lexus will bring real sports cars with the new gen

[@dylanw890]

I think Lexus did a really good job with the overall styling of this vehicle because while it may not be the best looking, it is certainly unique. However, where this vehicle lacks is just how dated it is compared the the M4 and C63. Granted, some people like the analog and mechanical feel of Lexus V8s, but when you look at the interiors of the LS and UX and see that this vehicle is still rocking an interior from its debut leaves little to be desired. We all know that manual transmissions are going the way of the dodo, but if Lexus gave this thing a manual and the new ES interior, I feel it would be enough to keep this vehicle at lease relevant in its class. If they don't do this, they should just make the vehicle electric and get a head start in a different category becuase clearly Lexus is too lazy to make a innovative product and are resting on their laurels.

[@enriquealomia6399]

Lexus should make electric cars, they only have a bunch of boring hybrids

[@incomingincoming1133]

You have it wrong. When Lexus makes brand new technology, they keep the car and test it for another 24 months until the tech is a little stale, but fully worked out.

[@BoycottChinaa]

Sweet Scion, bro! - me shouting at the driver w a thumbs up 😆

[@BoycottChinaa]

​@@incomingincoming1133Mercedes used to do that for ten years before the Toyota thieves started knocking off German designs w Camry parts bin cars.. LS400 a great car but let's wreck one into an S500 of the same era and see who walks away

[@davidpavlich8939]

You lease a German marque, you buy a Lexus. I've owned one BMW and it was a hoot. It was a driver's car, until it became a 'take it to the shop' car for the things that started to go south. I currently drive a GS350 and other than replacing the battery and wear parts like wipers, it's only seen the shop for service. Lease German, buy Lexus.

[@CarsofGlasgow]

Great video guys, cool looking Lexus too!

[@YasssStitch]

Mind boggling visual and sound effects.

[@larssecurity2101]

6:58 the reason why is because BMW is engineered to make you feel like a good driver. Lexus No adaptive suspension/ ELSD makes it harder. Basically, no driver aid technology,

[@mito-pb8qg]

They made the air compressing lighter air conditioning weight a less, guys! That was hilarious :DD

[@alfie3836]

The bloopers were GOLD!

[@naimshafeek2687]

Aluminum, titanium, track performance.... hmm remembers me the first NSX

[@vipe650r]

I come back here periodically just to watch the outro 5x in a row.