2022 LEXUS LC500 - The Best Car In The World

[@ewardbach8955]

Congrat to 1000 subcriptions, im the 1000. /Regards from Sweden

[@theshiftlist]

thanks so much!

[@Dingbobber]

You’re not wrong. I drove one today and instantly felt it was the perfect car. Perfectly balanced between comfort, control, and performance.

[@BobbyDigital_100]

Exactly what he said 👆🏾

[@UtahJohnnyL]

Perfectly stated (as an owner of one for 2.5 years now).

[@cazbantu4233]

Not to mention it’s a head turner.

[@MrSimon1909]

did you buy it?

[@Tomoyo0827]

lol this must be the only sports car you have ever drove in your entire life if you think a LC500 is literally the best....

[@shane864]

I've seen two of these on the road and they are WAY more gorgeous in person. They're a future classic that no one gives a shit about now.

[@mastertonberry9224]

I spotted a press car on the back of a truck many years ago and managed to pull over and get a good look up close, and no video I have seen since can do justice to how it looks in person

[@UtahJohnnyL]

Over 2.5 years in my LC500 and I just can't seem to fathom the thought of parting with it. Such an amazing car in so many areas!

[@MrSimon1909]

what if I offer you $200k for it?

[@UtahJohnnyL]

@@MrSimon1909 well in that case, we can talk! 😜👍🏼

[@shogunero3.6]

@@UtahJohnnyL 😂

[@cindymmm11]

@@UtahJohnnyL , you have my dream car. 😍 have a nice day.

[@HossLUK]

Dream car, full stop. The styling is so unlike anything else on the road. I own a 2014 is250, and before that, i was on the fence about Lexus, but as soon as i drove my is250 at the dealer, even with over 135k miles on it, it was the smoothest and most well built car i had ever felt for that many miles. Now, I'm all in on Lexus, and knowing that the LC500 is significantly even more well-built and even smoother, i can't even imagine the pure joy i will hopefully get to experience when i get to own one someday.

[@Bhethar]

What I love about Lexus is that they,look like they came straight from the future.

[@larryligon6542]

I just purchased one and I could not be happier . Everything is flawless . I said the next time I went to the dealership and they had a Infa red and the Carmel toast interior I would buy it . I went to the showroom and there it was in all it’s glory . Made the deal and drove it home and it was like Christmas. I can’t get rid of the smile on my face !!!

[@chickenpasta7359]

This car's engine sounds so brutal I love it

[@theshiftlist]

😍

[@immxrtal_02]

@@theshiftlist 😍

[@SacTownPatriot]

Give a Jaguar F-Type R a listen, they sound so damn good bro

[@JasonJasonJasonJason-p4s]

it’s my favorite GT car ever, and luckily I own one, I absolutely love it. 911 is also on my top list as sports car. I think both of them do the best in their own category

[@theshiftlist]

Yeah both cars are great in their own right but they are very different

[@JimJansen91]

I would totally get this. A 911 seems great to me but I never find them special. I see them everyday, usually several. Spotting an LC 500 however is a rare occasion. I see Ferrari's more often.

[@JasonJasonJasonJason-p4s]

@@JimJansen91 it’s true, 911 is more common to be spotted on the street. 911 is one of the best sports car, LC is more elegant, futuristic and special. I got questions or complements quite often driving this thing and the best part is that it sounds amazing

[@lapamful]

Owner here. Yep, totally agree with everything you said. There are many cars you can buy for around the same price or a little less, which arguably are better (AMG GT, C8 'vette, Porsche 718, and in Europe some others), but by all means go ahead, have a few years ownership experience with those, then try the LC500. The Lexus will start every time. You can leave the LC parked for a while, when you come back it will start up. The only time I've seen the dealer with my LC was for servicing. It's also true you get lots of other tech with the other cars that you don't get with the Lexus, but I've had my share of issues with infotainment systems in other cars to the point I don't even use them anymore! I still use Waze on my phone in most of my cars. So guess what, I don't use the infotainment system in my LC, which is also crap. No biggie... The V8 is to die for and that's all that matters to me. Thanks for the nice review, sub'd.

[@theshiftlist]

Thanks for the ownership perspective!

[@wwdd83]

3months owner here. i agree with u about all except the info system... yea i don't like it 100% but then, i have 2022 nx 450h+ with the new touch screen and such(had 21 ux250h which i got rid of that had same info system as lc). i actually prefer the lc's info system due to being more uh... simple in some cases. especially with the voice control + concierge. i do however really wish the lcs had the side cameras and such for better visibility during the parking and such.

[@wongchai807]

Pls the c8 is not in the lc class what so ever.

[@stephantranquille6681]

From the the first moment I laid eyes on the LC500 I fell in love with its beautiful and muscular lines. No other car remotely looks as cool.

[@cindymmm11]

Same. My dream car 😍

[@taj6519]

The sound, the interior, the overall elegance. I will own one of these some day. There is nothing like it.

[@timw2083]

Absolutely love mine in flare yellow, I wasn't expecting a pure sports car. I appreciate the LC500 for what it is. People think journalists are exaggerating with reviews like this but there really isn't anything in its price range as nice

[@theshiftlist]

it does sound like over-exaggerated flattery for Lexus in some of the LC reviews, but genuinely love this car. If I had the money I would 100% buy it

[@LCculater]

This car is so underrated for sure ! The amount of time the Japanese techs put into this was was pure passion

[@wilmotown]

I love the look of this car, and I love the interior even more. I even liked it before it had CarPlay, which felt like going out on a limb given how much I hated that Toyota took 3-4 years after Chevy to put it in their cars. I’d even consider the hybrid, I like the sound of that V8 a lot but I don’t even care about the speed. I just want this piece of rolling art in my driveway. Lexus was one of the few luxury brands that opened the doors on their flagships at NAIAS back in 2019, and I got to sit in one of these and the moment I closed the door I was sold. Dead quiet, utterly gorgeous, god I would do terrible things for a chance at owning one of these… like my dad always says, “save your pennies!”

[@wahleed4915]

This kind of production for only 90 subs?? You deserve more.

[@theshiftlist]

thank you!

[@maymatrsalee9380]

Grüße aus Deutschland, ich habe seit ca. 1,5 Jahren mein LC500 Coupé und ich liebe das Teil. Besser und seltener als der 997 zuvor. Es ist mein zweiter Lexus und ich bereue den Kauf nicht. Greetings from Germany, I have had my LC500 Coupé for about 1.5 years and I love the thing. Better and rarer than the 997 before. It's my second Lexus and I don't regret the purchase. Best car of the world? For me, YES!

[@YSOFFCER]

The 2UR-GSE is one of the best sounding V8s in a production car, and it's a bulletproof engine. Any aftermarket exhaust paired with that engine sounds good, I have the RR Racing Bazooka on my RC-F and it sounds absolutely intoxicating! 😉

[@jonatanduelund9123]

One of the best looking cars i have ever seen, especially in that color combination 🎉

[@KeithFlint350]

A proper grand tourer. Sporty when you want it, comfy when you need it. I absolutely love this car, especially in this color configuration

[@HiddenWen]

My favorite sports GT is the 911 Turbo S, but I'd be lying if I said this isn't the most beautiful luxury GT out there. One drove by today on my way to work, I had to struggle not to tail it all the way.

[@billg8270]

No doubt the most perfect convertible in the world. I love my Lexus. Had many. Looking to get a LC500 convertible soon. Amazing 😍

[@joseteixeira5900]

Even the SC430 has 20 years old, still love it and don’t care if it is the forgotten black sheep of automotive industry. For me, the first choices is reliability and quality, then ok the beauty. Usually I don’t choose where the masses/auto press choose for you.

[@JasonWingQuan]

It is a shame that the LC500 always get ignored because of Lexus stigma the media puts out. The MB SL has been a lame duck for generations but the media can’t help but fall over themselves to write a positive review that hasn’t applied in years.

[@theshiftlist]

I haven’t driven an SL in a very long time and would like to try the new one. However the LC is probably my favorite car I’ve driven since starting the channel 4 years ago

[@maynardewm]

I just wish the LC500 wasn’t so ugly and dated. If this car came out 10 years ago maybe. But in 2022 there’s so many better options.

[@Nhxn_]

@@maynardewm you should see it in person then, but i do agree its due for an update.

[@naugordon]

The LC 500 is undeniably one of the most beautiful cars I’ve ever seen. I own a 2021 LC500 red convertible, and even when I’m not driving it, I find joy in just admiring it parked in the garage. While there may be faster or more expensive cars out there, I challenge anyone to find one more beautiful. I’ve even named mine Halle Berry, since having the real Halle Berry isn’t an option!

[@nicholaskearney678]

Not a word wasted, brilliant description and critique; great and flawed, an amazing LC, and this review inspires- thanks for great story telling. Nicholas, New Zealand.

[@theshiftlist]

thank you

[@BenzinioB]

I would not call it "the best" but it is really good in many ways and I like it. Could easily take place in my "dream car garage" although it is usually forgotten....

[@Nhxn_]

I love this. No matter how much German cars win the numbers column, it lacks the soul and feeling of Japanese cars like Lexus are making.

[@artemgoatlobov1722]

This car is amazing, I had the pleasure of driving one for a week and it is really durable

[@davidmagen415]

Just bought a 2023 KC Convertible. I’m so excited. I see it as a beautiful convertible and a future classic 🏖️

[@MegaRetr]

10/10. Excellent product

[@justSTUMBLEDupon]

Cant wait to get this used 10 years from now lol

[@theshiftlist]

hell yeah

[@bitkahuna]

it may cost even more then, lol

[@ted6462]

You have done great work with your LC500 material! Cheers.

[@theshiftlist]

thanks!

[@slchance8839]

one of the MANY reasons i love this car is that weird back seat area: I rented a Jaguar F-type, convertible for a week. I'm test driving both for purchase. With the seats pushed back against the body in the jag, it just felt too cramped. Having an extra 24 inches behind me would make the cabin seem more spacious and roomy and is definitely where I throw my briefcase, after work: right behidn me.

[@jesterokjones4954]

Stay the Hell away from Jaguar, man... They're absolute rolling shit heaps.My 2018 IS 350is one of the best cars I've ever owned.

[@slchance8839]

@@jesterokjones4954 i hear ya. My first car was a 16 year old Lexus I drove until someone rear-ended me. Since then, I've never owned a non-lexus car. I have no point of reference, other than excellence. My sister has a porsche and I was thinking about buying something "cooler" next time...but the reality is...i dont care enouht about"cool" to give up Lexus reliability and comfort. I was thinking F-type UNTIL the LC500 came out. The LC500 might be the car i've been looking or my whole life.

[@jesterokjones4954]

@@slchance8839 Hell yeah, Lexus/Toyota are insanely reliable. I really like the new IS 500 too, same engine, but in the 4 door sport sedan.

[@shawnm2597]

The Smiles per hour is the BEST in this car. Love it.

[@michaelberke9709]

100% agree and awesome to see you behind the wheel of my exact spec - which I find gets daily compliments. Parking lots are filled with white, black, silver and gray, so couldn’t do any of those; not gutsy enough to do the flare yellow, although it is stunning; Infrared is also gorgeous - like a 4500 pound flawless ruby but my trade in was candy apple red and wanted a change; so it came down to Cadmium Orange or Nori Green Pearl. And in 2022 most every manufacturer has come out with a shade of hot orange so that was a no-go. Love the Nori Green Pearl 💚. And thoroughly enjoying the many exquisite personalities of this gt car.

[@bhyphen8234]

You're a lucky man. That is the exact spec I am aiming for in the next year or so when I plan to buy. What about the structural blue color. There's a really fascinating design process of that color. It's not really a paint, it's more or a pigment. Cool stuff

[@michaelberke9709]

@@bhyphen8234 yes, and those ‘21 inspiration series convertibles are commanding very high prices, well over $150K recently

[@oaoskey6051]

Bro Lexus is so underrated. Man that’s nice

[@Maggieismydog]

And it won't go bang after 100,000km's! Lexus reliability dominates over all others in this category. Nothing quite like it, beautiful machine.

[@Middleguy37]

Coupe or Convertible. Which one would you pick to own? What color. Torn between the Nori and the Blue.

[@theshiftlist]

Special thanks to our Patrons for their support of the channel! What's a more special car under $120,000?

[@Smllc22318]

A geo metro

[@nemoyuan9337]

How does it compare to AMG GT? Thanks!

[@МихаилБагдасаров-т3м]

Great review! Just a quick comment: you didnt actually fully open the center console, you only opened the front part. P.S. the sunglasses really bring down the overall quality level of the review. When you can't see most expressions on the reviewers face, might as well be just a voiceover.

[@MrZennerd]

@@nemoyuan9337 You want a comparison between this lc 500 and a AMG GT ? Maybe this video from a nice gentleman will answer you're question. He is a AMG GT owner. Cheers!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3qUlnWQiLidqtU

[@spacepatriots6163]

👍

[@jordantsimopoulos2233]

sounds amazing 😍 fell inlove with Lexus after watching Superfly 2018

[@donovanreimer2324]

What a masterful review. I'm so impressed.

[@theshiftlist]

thank you!

[@gazanova]

i love that color spec. classy af.

[@theshiftlist]

Nori green is a great color

[@mikesauve5793]

Better than German cars it’s a Lexus they just don’t break down

[@theshiftlist]

love that

[@siimkask14]

Lol

[@jimmy-buffett]

I've owned my '21 Convertible LC for nearly a year (Nightfall Mica / Caramel interior and top), and the number of times I've used the climate screen in the infotainment system to turn on any of the secondary comfort systems is exactly zero. The Infotainment system is common complaint about this car, and its ultimately Lexus' fault: they created "Climate Concierge" then didn't explain to anybody how it works. Turn on Climate Concierge and then the only adjustment you need to make is up/down with the temperature button on the dash. Based on your temp setting, the car automatically turns on the heated/cooled seats, heated steering wheel and heat scarf in the head rest. Try Climate Concierge the next time you review one of these, it works really well. 5700 miles / 11 months on mine and the only thing we use the infotainment for is selecting audio inputs / changing radio channels. Another tip: you can switch into / out of manual mode using just the paddles. Hitting the left paddle to downshift puts it in manual mode (and also drops a gear), hitting the right paddle up-shifts. Holding the right paddle for 1-1.5 seconds takes it out of manual mode. The rev limiter sounds great at the top of 2nd gear, but so does a redline shift in Sport/Sport+. Seconding a comment below, great production value. Subscribed!

[@theshiftlist]

Good stuff, thanks!!

[@BobbyDigital_100]

Amen to everything you just said. I’m on year 3 daily driving my LC500 (‘18) and the infotainment takes about a month or so to get totally used to and once you do, you enjoy the path bc the visual effects make just turning on simple things have a sense of occasion. If you want to do it quickly, the climate concierge works quickly and saves all the clicks

[@Richard_Fouts]

This car is a work of art. I want it.

[@trailsdetails4061]

One of the few 'new' cars that I actually think looks freaking gorgeous. Any car these days, they try to make it look way too aggressive and sporty...but on this car, it just works

[@LouisA.Lazarus]

It is the best car in the world. It also has something called voice command, which means you almost never have to use the trackpad. You do have to read the owners manual and learn about 20 commands and the trackpad will be history. As for the center console, I’m not sure if I misunderstood you, but that great big top door flips up and reveals quite a large storage area. You only slid the top back about 4 inches. There’s a little handle underneath the front of the top and you just squeeze it and the door flips up and away from you. It is big enough.

[@andrewballas]

This is a pretty cool car. But what should be noted I thought this channel had way more subscribers. Keep it up man. No doubt this will take off with time

[@theshiftlist]

Thanks for the support 🙏

[@howiefeltersnatch7905]

You should have way more subscribers! Excellent review

[@theshiftlist]

🙏thank you

[@jh1328]

No idea why you don't have more subs. Great production quality and editing.

[@theshiftlist]

Thanks!

[@pranai1998]

It boggles my mind how you are not bigger. The production values are amazing, your reviews are crisp and detailed, you have all the ingredients to make a great presenter. You have earned a subscriber today. Thank you for a great video.

[@theshiftlist]

Thanks, I really appreciate it!

[@brezza6892]

"The best noise to come off a car ever" - driving a Lexus but forgets the LFA

[@theshiftlist]

Could never forget the LFA. Yes, omitted the LFA because the LFA isn’t a car, it’s art 🤌

[@BobbyDigital_100]

I’ve daily driven my LC500 since 2019 and every single day can’t stop looking at it. Added full exhaust and lowered and BC Racing wheels and wrapped all chrome and your video title is 100% correct 💯💯

[@sergioabloh4937]

Post a vid

[@bhyphen8234]

For real. We want to see it!

[@YSOFFCER]

​@@sergioabloh4937 I have RR Racing Bazooka exhaust on my RC-F, it's not a LC500, but it's the same engine, check it out on my channel and let me know what you think 🙂

[@YSOFFCER]

@@bhyphen8234 I have RR Racing Bazooka exhaust on my RC-F, it's not a LC500, but it's the same engine, check it out on my channel and let me know what you think 🙂

[@Nhxn_]

Post a short right now bro, we want to see it

[@Go-Getter]

I think my Panamera is the best car in the world because I get 2 for one..... it's a true sports car sedan. if the LC was more practical, I would definitely consider buying it.

[@theshiftlist]

haven't driven a panamera yet, looking forward to it!

[@thomastalks3841]

Dream car and in my dream colour spec too! Love the green over tan

[@theshiftlist]

It’s not a bad spec!

[@daviddarmanin2188]

It really looks unreal in the green and tan interior convertible just beautiful

[@marlonicholas475]

I am new to your channel and this video came up and i love ❤❤this car i pick my LC500 2024 convertible UP NEXT WEEK AND I AM SO VERY EXCITE MINE IS ATOMIC SILVER WITH RED Interior and black top

[@Superiorsolarconsulting]

I’ve been in love with the LC for a few years but was sadly disappointed when I drove one. It was slow, the gear shifts were laggy, and the back slid out way too easily. It was raining when I drove it but my rwd stinger was planted the same day in the same conditions. Ended up getting a new 2024 m240i instead

[@rolexr]

Wow...this car is just beautiful - and I love exactly this color combination !!!

[@riptide9126]

Lexus never go wrong with their cars

[@awwtergirl7040]

One persons "old person's" car is another's "tasteful" car. One of the things I hate about so many modern cars is this need to be Youthfully Aggressive or Super Macho 24/7 to the point of self parody. I miss the days of well designed (not fugly) sophisticated cars.

[@cindymmm11]

My dream car. 😍

[@tjeuvreeburg2347]

Your reviews are great, keep going you are going to hit millions soon!

[@theshiftlist]

🙏

[@CoffeeMadeMeSay]

Owner here too. Everyday you’ll have more than one person saying nice car or not know what it is and take a pic

[@MarcinMoka1]

Damn. That sound is BEAU-TI-FUL!!!

[@SacTownPatriot]

Beautiful car but I must say that Jaguar nailed it when they designed the F-Type. I bought mine and it is hands down the best looking/driving car I have ever owned. Plus the power plant in my F-Type R crushes the LC500 numbers…and the exhaust note is unbelievable, better than the LC500 and probably the best ever for the segment.

[@rjdavis7503]

I am a man with a Mustang income, love my Mustang, but if I had my way, I would go for the LC500.

[@pilot9412]

I had an IS500 and I loved the car but it was subtle. It could be an IS300 to the untrained eye, whereas the LC500 doesn’t share it’s body with any other car in the Lexus lineup. It’s a special car that feels one off. Anyways I’ll be keeping my eye out for an LC500 in the coming months.

[@evo5dave]

I generally really don't like the Lexus grille but, on the LC500, it looks great.

[@bitkahuna]

great review! about the chrome plastic over tail lights, i just got carbon fiber covers for them from japan... awesome!

[@ivancorrea7965]

¿Which one is the best, convertible or coupe? I understand one of them have turning wheels in the back

[@abcdLeeXY]

Nori green pearl + caramel interior ❤❤❤

[@Under_Construction100]

First time watching your channel. Great review. I love the LC500 & I will have it in a coupè format, silver with tan interior.

[@theshiftlist]

Thanks for watching!

[@halfunkbass2966]

Wood, red leather, analog display, chrome, convertible hard top feminine curved body is why I love my SC430. Now as for the LC500, there is little you can do. This car interior with all the plastic will look dated over time. I think the SC430 looks like timeless classic handmade watch and the LC500 looks like digital watch.

[@slo0omal3almi]

The Best Car .. The Best Ever 🇯🇵🔥

[@cosmicbaggy9637]

I always have a thing I say about Lexus... It's like the Japanese Mercedes.

[@yankee2yankee216]

That’s a pretty good noise!

[@jassimmohammed17]

Nice shoes bruh Which Nike Model are they?? GREAT VID AS WELL. One of my dream cars 😃

[@lg5221]

Lady across the street has one and it is beautiful.

[@HJediting_tuning]

Nothing is wrong with the LC it's perfect (except the infotainment)

[@dwindeyer]

I love light coloured interiors (Lexus ivory in particular)... Is it too much to ask that I don't feel like I'm getting into a black hole when I get in the car?

[@durkadurka4557]

Ever since Lexus came out with that new grille all I see is a Predator roar. Lexus needs to come out with some Predator fang options for the top and bottom of the grill and some Predator Dreadlocks to clip onto the front sides to really complete the Predator look.

[@สิรไชยชาญแท่นทอง]

Once in my dream car.

[@markladouceur636]

A pillar jab worth noting, on a vexing subject. lov it

[@theshiftlist]

For the most astute

[@jonathanhazan9528]

Wow! You are good at what you do. You really have love for the cars

[@theshiftlist]

Thanks 🙏

[@bruceclark8333]

I own one and I agree its amazing!

[@luckylukeskywalker]

This design hits such a good spot right in between classical and harsh looks

[@jamesdarren9149]

It is a beautiful car, always thought so

[@G10-d7q]

Beautiful car

[@edgarbenjoseph3879]

Love the sound. What a beast

[@pl4yer.1]

love the way you review cars, subbed👍

[@theshiftlist]

thanks! 🙏

[@SB-tl7zz]

Lexus lfa sounds even better. Maybe the best sounding car ever built

[@sly9263]

I think the historical Lexus demographic is primarily "old" or at least approaching or above the middle age line. In part, that's due to pricepoint with any luxury brand as far less people in their 20's are making good enough money to buy one (new or lightly used anyway). Another large factor is the technology aspect- Lexus has a functional but archaic infotainment system that they leave on cars for 5-10 years longer than they should. Only as of 2022/23 are they starting to roll out their new generation infotainment, which is decent but really only just catching up to where other manufacturers were 5-8 years ago... and if old habits continue, Lexus will probably stick with that for another 10-15 years. Reliability is the other point- the younger demographic as a whole has yet to go through a few cars (let alone luxury ones) and experience problems that would make them appreciate that peace of mind with a Lexus. Mind you, that may change with Lexus now modernizing their drivetrains, but we will see.

[@abdullakc]

I drove it yesterday. It's a brilliant car. Thanks to super gt

[@MEYH3M]

Toyota always makes the best cars

[@ZECAHRIAH313]

It's not a sport car it's a luxury sport car lexus is all about luxury first and foremost.

[@tungstse]

Great detailed review! Where did you get your sunglasses from?

[@theshiftlist]

Blenders 👍 thanks!

[@paulgregroy1986]

I was thinking about the Lexus SC 430! but to dated! it will have tobe the LC 500 part Electric as I’m in the UK and the government wants us to go green! It’s a beautiful car

[@wiggieest.8415]

Love the coupe

[@theshiftlist]

agreeee

[@ajaxtv8172]

this is the best supercar in the world, for its price is the best you can get