Five Reasons You'll Regret Not Buying The Lexus LC500

[@simonfunwithtrains1572]

Whenever I see another Lexus LC500 owner, I always know that they're different from the average car buyer because they actually made a conscious choice rather than buying a badge.

[@CrisBogley]

Spot on.

[@esthetics4512]

💯

[@jpsIV]

I just bought a 2018 earlier today. My very first Lexus. I have owned just about everything else from an S 63 to a Dodge Viper and a Ferrari. I had been looking for the perfect Porsche. Not finding that at a reasonable price I stumbled across one of the videos for this car and started considering it. It is absolutely gorgeous and pictures don’t do it justice. The interior is outstanding. And that engine note wow.

[@Cp9Doomsday]

If you don’t mind how much did you get for ? I am in the market for one

[@veeeevo]

@@Cp9Doomsday I saw some used 2018’s going for 55-65k , great deal

[@lexuslfa4739]

Just wondering, how is it after months of ownership now?

[@Bubbaburp]

Incredible if true

[@jpsIV]

September 22 i got it for 68k with 48K mi@@Cp9Doomsday

[@glennerz117]

I can't stop watching videos of this car, the design is stunning and the interior (especially in tan) is nicer than most living rooms and so far more special than any German competitor. I've long had my eye on the LC as my attainable dream car, it's a shame how few are seen on the roads but every time I do I can't stop looking

[@---us7qf]

I too want one Glenn. Can't wait for next year to come. I will put down €20 000 in Jan 2023. I intend to keep if for 7 years following that.

[@JoseRodriguez-ey7ju]

the fact that it is so rare makes it all the more special, im quite tired of seeing so many caymans and 911s and astons on the road

[@charliegardner6804]

I regard this as a thing of great beauty. I want one.

[@chrisroberts1440]

This is one of the very few cars I would like in silver, it just looks like a spaceship.

[@charliegardner6804]

Chris Roberts never thought of that but have to agree with you.

[@LCculater]

I own a 2022 black on black with performance option ! I love it and just love it !! Thank you for such a professional review and honesty . You are honest and tell everyone it is was not designed to be a drag car but one with looks and passion when driving . Thank you and thank you. FYI the horsepower is actually 472 HP .

[@BlackPanthaa]

I'll likely never let mine go 😍

[@certifiedbidry]

Elloo pants

[@sayeedalsifat1308]

From the original Lexy to this Lexy, time flies fast doesn't it?

[@MagicAyrtonforever]

I feel the need.. The need for speed :-)

[@gaara4667]

As you shouldn’t

[@certifiedbidry]

@@MagicAyrtonforever nah, feel like going slow

[@Funexpected]

That was an outstanding comprehensive review from a guy I've never seen before. His descriptors and overall delivery kept my attention throughout.

[@nonick8490]

I am amazed you wouldn't have known JayEmm before, as an apparent car enthusiast. I have been a fan for years. His channel (similar to "Harry's garage") just provides the most relevant information about any car it covers, and at the same time is entertaining almost every time!

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thanks Nick

[@Funexpected]

His videos never came across my recommend or suggested viewing on youtube, until now. Sorry to disappoint you on my late discovery of this guy's channel.

[@nonick8490]

@@Funexpected There is some misunderstanding here: You didn't disappoint me! I was disappointed FOR you, not having discovered this channel earlier. Now I am happy you have. :) Try out Harry's garage as well, if you love cars!

[@nonick8490]

@@JayEmmOnCars If anybody has to say thank you, it's me, for the great content you put out there. Just love it, and never miss a video! Keep up the good work, please, and good luck! PS My name is NOT Nick :)))

[@MD-uu5nt]

I remember seeing one of these for the first time in a Lexus dealership and just being stopped in my tracks by its looks. They are stunning pieces of design.

[@vprwave]

I second that. I walked up to it, opened the door to look at the precious tan interior design. By the time I closed the door I had forgotten what I went to the dealership for. Stunning from every angle.

[@TropicielPablo]

What makes it even more impressive to me, the original 2012 LF-CC concept...it is from 2012! Looking at this car I doubt that the last decade had really happened, seriously! 😅

[@wiegraf9009]

Same!

[@Nick-vp7lp]

saw one in the flesh on a trip to the USA for the first time... just sensational

[@ivangamer8022]

toyota is being that desperate that now pays those youtubers to make you buy this crap lol

[@minxlabrada]

In black, it's basically a Batmobile. Love it!

[@ln5747]

Black would be my choice.

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

​@@ln5747You'd spend more time washing it than driving it! 😂

[@NabeelKhan-lx2ly]

@@AWMJoeyjoejoe more time spent with my baby

[@MediocreHero66]

Absolute thing of beauty, a NA V8 in todays climate is a wonderful but rare thing. 10 years warranty from a car that isn't likely to go wrong anyway is a bonus. Has V6 hybrid available if the V8 isn't to your fancy. As a Lexi enthusiast, lovely to see repeated exposure on your channel.

[@snownd675]

Nothing beats the pull of a large displacement NA engine

[@fabianhenrich4697]

​@@snownd675 Except the pull of a large displacement turbocharged engine.

[@markrrrrr9726]

I may be in a minority, but my LC500 was one of the worst cars I’ve owned and Lexus, the very worst dealership. The car had various issues, was poorly prepped, needed 4 new tyres (odd for a 5000 mile car), had the usual fuel filler problems and had paint issues. These are a physically beautiful car with what seems strong build quality, but they drive terribly, especially the hybrid where the cvt and 4 speed auto boxes constantly hunt for gears, leaving you suddenly revving the nuts off the car for no apparent reason. They are also extremely heavy and ponderous with the worst multi-media of any car on the market, unless you get a new one with Apple / Android. Finally, don’t be fooled by the Mark Levinson hi-fi, it’s utterly abysmal.

[@gaara4667]

@@fabianhenrich4697 love that delay huh🥹

[@Corvolet5]

@@gaara4667 This car would get gapped by a base Cayman... no delay whatsoever

[@kiefershanks4172]

This car is a beauty. It's definitely for people who understand that there's more to cars than horsepower and acceleration. The touch, feel, design and audible experience is so much more important IMO and you can tell that the engineers and designers really knew what they were doing. It has such an air of finesse. Driving this around would be the very definition of a grand tour. Just about as much fun as you can have with your clothes on.

[@driftracerr34]

It looks amazing, but they need to make the car at least 300 pounds lighter. Thing weighs like 4300 pounds

[@Daniel-gi1cy]

​@@driftracerr34thats less than an sti😂

[@TimSlee1]

wdym? This thing get's to 60mph in 4 seconds, when are you even gonna be using are that power?

[@shimmy]

Splendid review! I recently picked up an LC500 and I do not regret it one bit. You were more than fair in your review with an unbias perspective and hit on every point that's similar to my thoughts. Well done.

[@FnGRZupra]

Gas prices would kill me lol

[@lanceguinn9807]

@@FnGRZupra Obviously a second car..... that being said... its very acceptable to eat Cheetos at the 8 and a half mark on the video... lol

[@esthetics4512]

@@FnGRZupra not really the car does 30+miles per gallon when not thrashing and if you wanna go crazy you get around 24 or less miles per gallon

[@anydaynow01]

@@esthetics4512 Wow that's good economy. Makes me want to buy one!

[@marekd.7350]

It's Porsch-A. If you're gonna review cars, at least pronounce the names correctly.

[@Dave_dave69]

I saw one of these back in 2019 before I even knew it existed. I was walking along and it was in traffic in a deep dark metallic blue. I could not stop staring at it, it is absolutely beautiful in person.

[@milesarcher.]

It could have been Structural Blue. Look it up on KZbin.

[@czerwonadupa9547]

In the UK it's called Deep Blue metallic & is the only one I've seen on the road in High Barnet a few weeks ago other than the Sonic Silver I saw in the Lexus Edgware showroom where I was told they are made to order. It's the car I would like to drive across Europe in instead of my NX 300h but it's not the type of car the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan wants on his self imposed grid locked, pot holed streets & for which he will charge you £15 a day "Congestion Charge" to drive on them on top of the government's £510 a year road tax. That's if you can get one. I was told there's about a 8/10 months waiting time due to the semiconductor shortage,

[@robertzampella4560]

I have the convertible in liquid platinum and it is an AMAZING car to drive. It is extremely comfortable and I always get compliments when someone sees it. If you can’t afford one, totally understandable, I am still amazed I have it, but take it for a test drive😀

[@aurorajones8481]

I picked my LC500 after driving the M5, M5 comp, E63, 911, and thought about an NSX but I wanted a real engine because our gov's are pulling them from us. I ordered it in Oct last year and picked it up May 13th. Wow what a wait. Im in deep love w/ it.

[@sportzntouring]

I can say, having been behind the wheel during filming, it's a great car with a different personality to match just about every driving mood via the driving modes. Loved spending time behind the wheel of the LC500. Thanks James!

[@elnyoutube123]

I'm not usually a Lexus fan but I've always loved this car. So much style and you can tell a huge committee of people didn't design this car.

[@jpsIV]

mine is my very first Lexus

[@Toyota4Life]

Dream car and a bucket list car. 10/10 I said it before and I will say it again. This is one of the best new cars money can buy. Even at 100k priced it still FEELS like is more expensive then 100k.

[@zhila5958]

it feels more expensive because it’s actually build with quality in mind. this interior will remain classy and gorgeous years later while every other competitor will have more cracks in the interior than an abandoned building. this thing is pure quality in mind

[@porscheguy5848]

I valeted some of the nicest cars in Scottsdale, Arizona which is know for its wealth. The interior in the LC500 was amazing. The door handle is a machined work of art. It sounds amazing at idle, not too loud but the perfect grunt. I think they sound better than Aston’s

[@Dillon000]

I have valeted this car too!! I absolutely loved driving it!

[@fikofikret1522]

Where can i apply for valet job?

[@Dillon000]

@@fikofikret1522 Miami bro

[@fikofikret1522]

@@Dillon000 can i stay with you

[@Dillon000]

@@fikofikret1522 Hell no

[@EdwardViaTomato]

Saw one in person earlier. No way is the LC500 not a collector's car. It's basically a rolling work of art.

[@tombrown5508]

I love mine, it’s the only car I’ve ever had that I have zero intention of ever selling or trading.

[@hotte7595]

Hey James, I can't really overstate how much I have come to enjoy your videos. Keep it up!

[@JayEmmOnCars]

That's the plan!

[@TheBartExperience]

@@JayEmmOnCars I second this notion! I am genuinely impressed by the level of professionalism in your journalistic delivery. Reminiscent of old top gear, and a very welcome change from innumerable "WHATSS UP GUUYYSSS CHEKC OUT THIS MAAAD 5000HP CAR WHILE I SHOUT AT YOU THROUGH THE ENTIRE VIDEO!" channels. Keep it up!

[@mpicanza4491]

Tomorrow I get my NX and the process of finding a company car (with sensible BiK costs) took me to Toyota and Lexus. I also think Lexus cars are truly underrated, for ‘real world driving’. My private car is a 430bhp M140i and when I fancy a change, this LC will be on the shortlist to drive, especially after the amazing dealership experience from my local Lexus dealer. James you are 100% right on everything you have said today, but it took me 6 months of my own experience to actually believe you. Great video.

[@nicholaskearney678]

Great review, well posted. Love this guy and his thrill, for a great car. Me, never cared about cars. Now I do. One... Nicko NZ.

[@laowhy86]

Nah. No confusion. This car is gorgeous. It looks incredibly special as well.

[@shirty2]

Japan > China

[@themanipulator1]

I genuinely think if I was in the market for a luxury GT, I'd have this over anything else, every time I see one it drops my jaw and as an owner of multiple lexus cars, the ownership experience is fantastic.

[@jpsIV]

Ive had mine for a year now and for the first time nothing else has turned my head all year!!

[@04dram04]

I ador this car, for being the only modern car I know of that looks like a an exotically styled concept car.

[@sergiopereira9546]

Agreed , imo looks better than its concept car wich is a rare thing to happen in the automotive world

[@xxxx-wl4mx]

a concept car was my first impression, too

[@griffins750]

Depends on your definition of modern but Toyota did this with the FJ cruiser as well where the finish product was almost identical to the concept.

[@Farmhandboy]

What a great review James, that was outstanding and very entertaining. Congratulations on one of your best to date!

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thanks very much!

[@drj2039]

Great review. I agree with you (and disagree with 95% of reviewers) the infotainment is fine one you have used the car for more than a quick drive. They have a real presence on the road and are rare. Future classic.

[@riccccccardo]

I own a Lexus GS 450h f sport and the confidence it gives me over my previous lemon engine Audi 2.0tfsi mk7 is amazing.

[@KevGoesRiding]

Gives me great pleasure to watch this video as an LC500 owner and yes its bloody fantastic lol

[@sergiopereira9546]

good to know theres still wise people in this planet :D

[@alexjaybrady]

Nice!

[@kalmmonke5037]

have u tried lotus evora or emira?

[@KevGoesRiding]

@@kalmmonke5037 nope, i need the back seats and am not really looking for a sports car

[@kalmmonke5037]

@@KevGoesRiding prius? with handling modifcations?

[@UtahJohnnyL]

Great review! As an owner of a LC500 for 2 years now, I can say you really hit on many points of this magnificent & underrated car. As an avid car-guy, I'm really struggling to ponder it's future replacement. Cheers!

[@polap7az]

Hi, first of all, I love your videos James, please keep them coming! Second, I wanted to comment on the dealership experience at Lexus, which often gets mentioned as one of the perks of Lexus ownership. I bought a brand new LC500 last year at my local dealership and it was one of the most gruesome experiences I could’ve imagined. The car was delivered with a bad paintwork which was noticed within an hour of ownership. Taking advice from my detailer and Lexus Owners Club forum, I have rejected the car. What followed was more than a month of intermittent lack of communication and playing for time to actively gaslighting me and my wife during interactions with the staff and some genuinely dodgy attempts to force us to accept the car. In the end I did end up with a new replacement car and I am indeed a extraordinarily happy with it. Regrettably, due to this experience I will never buy another Lexus as there is only one dealership in Northern Ireland. As it is, I have no regrets over getting the LC500 but I am already concerned what long term servicing is gonna look like.

[@jpsIV]

my first experience with my lc was a C- at best than the next visit I sat on the service drive for an oil change and no one came I just left after 30 mind.... but after speaking with the Service director and getting a new advisor all has been great....I think part of the problem is there are so many other lexus models you feel like a number in the machine instead of the owner of a brands halo car.

[@theinquiringminded6952]

I am fortunate to drive a 2021 LC-500 in white with caramel interior (and amazing rear steering). It’s the best car I’ve ever driven and I just got 35mpg for the last 250 mile drive I took which felt like I was riding on a fast pillow! Great review! (edit for grammar)

[@esthetics4512]

Best of both worlds a V8 and it’s fuel economical ❤🔥their truly are miraculous on this planet

[@esthetics4512]

I’ve seen others getting 32 miles per gallon or just a touch lower

[@tiankata1]

The LC500 is my favorite car in the current Lexus lineup. Very original look, naturally aspirated V8 and an outstanding build in Japan quality and reliability. Very strong resale value for that matter. Thoroughly special car.

[@m9pmk]

I’ve known the LC500 from the beginning but have just acquired my own a month ago. I’ve been following you for years and agree with every word of your review. I’ve owned some 50 cars in my life and this one is right up there in my top 3. I love it and everything about it. I also echo your comments about Lexus dealers - and this is my 9th Lexus so I know the brand well. Thanks for another interesting and informative review.

[@urdaeatmoths]

Be interesting to know your top 3 for comparison sake

[@ChrisWalksFast]

What’s the full top 3 or top 5? The more the merrier

[@RussellSmithOmegaW]

I have been fascinated by these since I think seeing your last review on it but definitely on that list of cars I'd look at if I somehow came into money. Great review, thanks again!

[@roger9280]

I hesitated between few models including the 911. Took delivery last Friday of a LC500H 2018. Loves it. No regrets.

[@conner.9262]

Great honest review … this Lexus Lc 500 side profile has so much resemblance to the LFA…. And I remember TopGear first impression they slated it…. How their opinions changed …..I’ve never been a fan of black interiors but their tan interior on this car IS sensational….. gets my vote 👍

[@faafo2]

Your insights and the perspectives you give in your videos is just phenomenal - It is an absolute joy to watch someone with that level of knowledge vs other car journalist that merely parrot the spec sheets.

[@jackleonard2088]

Great review and video. As the owner of an 09 jag xkr I understand the “it’s enough” mind set. For me and my budget the jag feels special and delivers a driving experience that is satisfying. If my budget allowed, I would buy one of these Lexus and enjoy it for 20 years when it will be a stunning classic. And I believe it’s safe to say, worth as much then as now.

[@JohannSebastianOfficial]

YES 🙌

[@charliegardner6804]

Well said sir totally agree 👍

[@samwilde595]

This is on my list for sure. All the performance AND reliability. Love this thing

[@dorstefan]

One of the most beautiful cars from the last two decades. Many journalist missed the point of this car. I think this will be a future classic.

[@whateverittakes5580]

I just bought a LC 500 convertible and have had many great reactions. Had a Lambo chase me down to see what I was driving. Had a BMW guy beside himself walking around the car and then entering the dry cleaners I was inside and wanted to know all about the ride. I've had two guys wanting to race down the interstate.....sorry.....its not a race car. A week of ownership and its been great so far.

[@swiper1818]

This is one of your best reviews - makes me want to go out and look for one of these!

[@leonprezelj2558]

Fantastic....one of the best car reviews ever....you said and presented everything differently as the most of car reviewers ...excellent job....passionate and technical....this car is only for special people who enjoy their lifes and do not show ego....not many of us.....that is why it doesn't sell well....

[@roberthuttle]

I have my eyes on the 2021 lc500 white, tan interior. Non convertible. I'm picky, so I expect high dollar. Beautiful car. Super review

[@xnax1993]

Aside from your videos always being exquisitely insightful, it's the little stuff like the satisfying "Tokyo / Talladega" wordplay that puts your channel above the rest for me.

[@sergiopereira9546]

I had the experience to driven one of these in the convertible form back in March and i can subscribe everything you said.the thing i liked the most was the ability this car has to never let you forget you´re driving a v8 ,the rumble is always there even on the softer modes you can hear the engine even at 3krpm and that its quite rare with this turbo generation cars. The sunsets shots on this video are gorgeous and im glad you didnt skip the rev limiter banging feature on this masterpiece, ty

[@RevLexus]

amazing

[@weallfollowmanutd]

I remember the poster for this car in yellow. I was shocked at how incredible the style was. It looks absolutely beautiful. It's rare to see the overall lines of a modern car look spot on.

[@PriestOfAuril]

ooo I'm early, what a beautiful looking and sounding car, Im sure it would drive beautiful too but its way out of my budget!

[@JBsC6]

Cool luxury sports coupe that id recommend for those who want reliability, great sounds and concept like styling. Should be a fabulous second hand vehicle to deliver miles and miles of carefree ownership experience

[@GM-fh5jp]

A black one was at the lights opposite me recently...it looked so cutting edge and modern, I'd like one.

[@CHuzz7777]

Beautiful thing! And +1 on the dealer network. I bought my 8 year old Lexus second hand but when I rock up at the dealer for service I’m treated like I’ve just bought a brand new LC500. It gets better than just the warranty with every service. If you’re concerned about the battery on an older hybrid the service includes a check which guarantees the battery too - up until 15 years old.

[@simoncouldry7174]

I love these sooooo much! Just stunning! Great review as always!

[@PapaG603]

Love the LC5..def best car at 100k price point..I had the same experience at Lexus Dealership..They are top notch

[@C.Fecteau-AU-MJ13]

I wish they made that in some different trim levels... And called it the Soarer. Since they revived the Supra, a Soarer in the range would make so much sense and they'd have no trouble shifting them if it was prices right. Especially in the Australian and US markets.

[@sergiopereira9546]

this car doesnt sell alot in europe cuz most people here simp for the germans , a different name wouldnt make a difference and this car is actually a bargain if you compare it to a 840i for example . Its a Lexus wich in our european markets has no value and it doesnt have 700hp and doesnt do 0-60 in 2 seconds plus this GT market isnt strong at all atm

[@JoseRodriguez-ey7ju]

@@sergiopereira9546 you're exactly right changing the name and lowering the price a bit wouldn't do much. The reason this car doesn't sell is because of the way it's perceived not it's name.

[@keithmackay9701]

I've read 40-50 reviews of this gorgeous car, and this review is the most balanced and fair I've seen. As a new owner of a red LC 500, with ochre interior, I can vouch for this being a very special car -- and a magnet for attention. Get one of these sweet-sounding V8s before new petrol cars are consigned to history.

[@ln5747]

In 30 years could well be a classic, large NA V8 will be a thing of the past then!

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

Awesome car. Really nice to see quality of life improvement like the android auto and carplay. Very nice review. Fantastic production. Keep up the good work.

[@DermotCarroll]

I enjoy all of your videos! This one I thought was particularly good! You dare to spek your mind, don't follow thae masses, and that's what is so good about your channel! I would LOVE an LC 500, but unfortunately with the cst of road tax and fuel in Ireland, it will always be a dream!!

[@15DEAN1995]

The lexus 5.0 v8 cars are criminally under rated. I dream of owning an isf, rcf, gsf or lc500 some day because they're phenomenal cars.

[@simongibbs3936]

I know we are a year on from this video but thanks James. You may have cost me more money than I’ve ever spent on a car but after a test drive yesterday I couldn’t wait to sign on the dotted line. My take away was quality, the car, the people in the dealership. For me it’s a proper old school GT car with a naughty side when required.

[@thistimeimhere]

I had a loan of one of these when they first came out. So nice inside, great technology. Mpg with hybrid was off the charts. Really composed and lots of grip. I had zero fun in it though. Had much more fun on way home in my then mx5. Hugely impressive and capable which almost makes it boring. It's an issue I have with most modern cars though. They appeal as devices but not as drivers cars to me.

[@ApothecaryTerry]

Nothing will match an MX-5 for fun, to be fair, except perhaps a 306 GTi-6. The LC500h exists for only one reason- the GS450h was too expensive to build 😄 The drivetrain is silly though. Thing is though, it's as fast as the 10 year newer versions of an Audi S6 or BMW 540i, both of which I've driven this week, however it's far more reliable and better to own by all measures. It's also actually more fun to drive, more efficient and faster past about 30mph. Lexus know how to make a weird car, they take months to get used to, but once you do it's bloody hard to find a replacement. As it is, I own one car: a 981 Cayman S. I've spent 2 months driving cars non-stop in the search for a replacement and I keep coming back to the same conclusion: my previous car, a Lexus GS450h, is just better than anything I try. Shame I already had the best specced one in the UK, can't buy another dammit! I'm really struggling to buy a new car...I've driven maybe 30 cars and only the i30N has even stayed on my shortlist. I'm not buying the GS again though, already had the best specced one there is so a worse one feels wrong. That leaves the LC, which I can't afford...damn.

[@thistimeimhere]

@@ApothecaryTerry yeah it's a problem I find also. Don't get me wrong I absolutely loved the lc500 despite my criticism as you say it's a problem in most things now. If I had the money it would definitely be on my list as was very impressive car and lexus just build quality cars. I've always fancied an isf also. Driving engagement is my thing I've discovered. Haveing had access to a Tesla for a few years the acceleration thing wears off quick and I miss cornering fun which I've since realised is what I like. I would have an LC as a daily though if I could afford to.

[@ApothecaryTerry]

@@thistimeimhere Totally agree on the engagement. I'm really struggling to find a replacement for my 981CS. I'm looking for something better at motorway miles, by which I mean wiithout ear-splitting tyre noise. Everything I try feels like a boat by comparison, I've narrowed it down to hot hatches (not surprising) and the i30N is winning although I'm hoping to drive a 308 GTi soon. Steering isn't their strength but I'm hoping it's good enough because the engine is a masterpiece from what I've heard. I need to drive another GS because I'm sure the steering in that had far more weight than the B9 S4 and G30 540i I drove last week, but I can't buy another GS450h since I had it in the perfect spec (everything on, tan leather). Might see if I can get a go in an LC just for laughs too- turning up in a Porsche opens many doors I've found! They don't know I can't afford an LC... 😄

[@dstewusa7054]

An MX5 is certainly fun, but a fast Caterham beats it for white-knuckle fun

[@thistimeimhere]

@@dstewusa7054 oh yeah! If I had a garage I would definitely have one or lotus 7 type thing in general. I've never driven one but I know I would love it based on others experience and it's just raw and what I like in a fun car.

[@MyGoogi]

i’ve recently driven the 2024 version of the sport plus( with 4 wheels steering) of the LC 500 coupe. I am very impressed. It’s a pure pleasure.

[@kevingraham3619]

Can remember seeing these at my local Lexus garage (Newbridge) when new, very nice cars was good to look at while sitting in the traffic, they do seem very thin on numbers on the roads though.

[@ln5747]

Each dealership/region can only sell very limited amount. I know for example Lexus were only allowed to sell something like 3 a year in Northern Ireland.

[@semba_9676]

Excellent review! The 10 speed gear box used also in the LS500 LX600 the new Toyota Land cruiser & some others.

[@dontuno]

I have absolutely no reason to keep mine (a hybrid) but when I see it on the drive I just think sod it and quietly tell myself there are no viable alternatives. Those that could be contenders will generate big maintenance bills whilst having questionable quality and reliability issues. Put honestly, this car is in a class of its own.

[@toddwood5136]

I can't tell you how much I love the Talladega reference since I'm about an hour from the race track!!!! Great review as usual.

[@joshuakhaos4451]

These are super cool cars, I was working for lexus when these came out and damn were they lookers. My only dissapointment is that they never made an F version of these like they did the ISF, RCF and GSF, That would have just made these cars that much more appealing in my opinion. Come to think of it, I had heard they were thinking of doing one, but it never made it past an Idea it seems.

[@christianherrera8359]

Yes, they were working on the LC-F (they were even testing a twin-turbo V8) but they suddenly cancelled it. There's photos of an LC mule with bigger front vents and stacked up exhausts (that's a a characteristic of "F" models)

[@steveurhegyi4384]

I bought my sonic red over ocre (tan) MY21 LC500 (base spec with Mark Levinson sound, semi-aniline interior and HUD) after first seeing your review when in the USA. It is fantastic, and 14 months on still feels special every time I drive it. Yes, the infotainment is “awkward” and the car is slightly too big all round but I recently toured the NC500 (do it!) over two weeks with my wife and it managed it with aplomb. And I didn’t see another one over the 1800 miles I covered. What a car…PS I’ve owned five Porsche’s which I also loved but this is definitely more unique.

[@brianpara1407]

Was planning on trading my C7 Z06 for one of these last year. Obviously not as raw or as fast as the corvette, but was looking for something fun that would run forever and felt special. Sat down to make the deal happen and was completely disgusted with the sales manager and walked out. It was a MB dealer, not a Lexus.

[@ApothecaryTerry]

As a 3x Lexus owner, I genuinely would consider buying a Lexus just because their dealerships are such a stress-free experience. On the other hand, I one turned up to a Merc dealer in a damaged Peugeot and was asked "are you sure you want to buy a Mercedes?" No- it was for my Dad, so he bought a new Audi instead and I bought a Porsche. Merc can sod right off, snobby bastards 😄

[@davepaturno4290]

As a former 2-time Corvette owner and a current 17-year Lexus and multiple Mazda owner, I can assure you that Lexus, Toyota, and Mazda make far more reliable vehicles than does any American auto manufacturer.

[@davidmagen415]

Bought one yesterday. When I saw it I had to have one and regrettably trades in my 2020 yellow vette that I loved. This car is simply beautiful. Not just one great feature but the entire car is a beautiful peace of automotive art. The exhaust note will hook you in🏖️

[@philpearson4699]

Years ago we bought a RX400h from a local dealer, we kept the car for about 6 years and completely loved it. The problem we has was at one of the services we were told one of the rear callipers has seized and needed replacing. I did not beleive this got the car back and inspected it my self. All that was needed was to clean and grease the pins that hold the pads in place, the caliper was not seized, My mother in law liked our Lexus and bought a GS450h (she has now had this for over 10 years and loves it). She had exactly the same experience with her local dealer approx 70 miiles from our dealer. She took the car to a local independent garage she had used before and guess what he just had to clean and grease the pins. Love the cars but really don't trust the dealers.

[@davepaturno4290]

We have the same (RX400h) that we bought new. At 120,000 miles, the pads needed replacing. The calipers were and are still working perfectly. We do live in an area where it never gets cold enough to snow, so corrosion from salted streets is never a problem.

[@Samsonovgolf]

I own LC500, v8, 2019 - amazing car))) My daily driver and the sound is the blast!

[@katzicael]

I'd be the oddball in the Hybrid version, the idea of being able to waft about it near total silence in Beautiful Japanese GT car is extremely appealing. I currently Have a Toyota hybrid so the idea of a V6 "performance" hybrid GT is sooooo me. In Black, with the Tan interior.

[@ApothecaryTerry]

I'll join you. As a former GS450h owner, that drivetrain is a work of art. To quote my ex-lodger, who incidentally flex Sir Alex Ferguson and Lando Norris around for a living: "damn, that thing PULLS" - yes, it does 😆 Effective yes, fun, not so much...but I've done fun, I daily drive a Porsche now. I'm looking for a replacement and I've concluded that basically nobody other than Lexus, Porsche and Peugeot have ever actually made a car I want 😁

[@stephenspier9590]

Thanks for this type of review, the first half being review style for exterior then interior, love knowing more about cars in static position then the drive section. Great stats/review.

[@davidbattye7636]

It's still out of reach for my current budget. The RC f is a tempting prospect

[@bobharris1470]

Hey James. We have now had a convertible as well as the red coupé you drove. I got to drive a few laps at Barber, so fun with top down and those downshifts. Super comfortable way to get down the road. Very good value for a gentleman’s GT.

[@niallodriscoll3399]

You're probably the happiest I've seen you whilst carrying out a review. A truly great road car should be judged entirely on 'smiles per miles' and this Lexus appears to be doing that in the bucket loads!

[@andremarselous]

Such a great car. I remember sitting in one of these at the San Francisco Auto Show before they came out. Simply beautiful. Thanks for the great review. All the best from an L.A. Brother living in Munich.

[@davidfoster1762]

I wonder whether the V6 hybrid version is the sweet spot in the range. Only 0.3 seconds slower to 60mph, probably quieter , possibly more torquey at low revs , and about 40% better on fuel ( again according to the Lexus catologue ) . A lovely car .

[@elisorrells5314]

I read the car and driver review of this car. They said the hybrid was awful to drive

[@davidfoster1762]

Didn’t know that . Thanks for the info.

[@tommybronze3451]

Jay, I appreciate your reviews, because those seems to be done from point of love to cars rather than a job. Keep it up.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thanks Tommy, that's the plan

[@costafilh0]

I would get the convertible for sure! Amazing design, Lexus quality and nice cruiser!

[@paulsparrow6981]

A truly beautiful creation inside and out and totally unique. But...I think we can agree it's not a sports car. GT yes. Sports car no. I cross shopped one a year or so ago because I was so taken with its looks. It was between it, a Jag F-type SVR and a Porsche 911 Turbo. I wanted a true sports car so it really didn't stand a chance. But wow, what an interior and what styling, really amazing. One of a kind.

[@Flared]

Saw one of these in a hotel car park last summer. I couldn't stop looking at it. It's a stunning piece of design. It also has arguably the best looking interior of any car on sale today.

[@Toyota4Life]

The interior is incredible way more then it’s 100k price tag says I believe this car is underpriced

[@GMEv1suals]

This is by far the best LC500 review to date! Alone to mention the trackpad is actually good proves this - thanks for supporting the trackpad! I never had an issue with it, jealous journalist's were just looking for an excuse for something to complain on Lexus because these are just good cars for what it's built and designed for.

[@rickhunter6513]

If I could afford this, I’d get it in a heartbeat. Absolutely gorgeous. It will be a collector car one day. Mark my words

[@itzjdub282]

Yep, just like the SC 430

[@randolfo1265]

This car compared to all the sort of competition that Jay has named. . . No contest for me. Naturally aspirated V8, stunning design, legendary Toyota quality - Easy decision!

[@kevinbarry71]

A fabulous machine; and they are not selling particularly well. Which means down the road they are going to be much more valuable than any common Porsche, jaguar etc.

[@ApothecaryTerry]

Porsche badges = no depreciation, which is why I bought one. Lexus depreciation seems to have totally stopped recently though which is great in a way. Good because they don't lose value, bad because I can't afford to buy one of these! I want an LC... Disclaimer: I'm a 3x Lexus owner so might be biased, but I've driven many, many cars and those Japanese nutters know what they're doing. As I say too much: I'm not sentimental, I don't think they're good because I buy them, I buy them because they're just that good.

[@duncanidaho7494]

Porsche is a drivers car. This one isn’t.

[@kevinbarry71]

@@duncanidaho7494 don't you just love ignorance. Keep wallowing

[@duncanidaho7494]

@@kevinbarry71 haha ok. The 911 wipes this floor with this Toyota.

[@kevinbarry71]

@@duncanidaho7494 that's nice. The base 911, which is about the same price as this one, doesn't. And it will depreciate rapidly. Nobody will notice it because there's millions of those around. If you want a proper drivers car you are much better off with a caiman. Sounds like you are more concerned with Image

[@craigkolstad1709]

I’ve watched a few of your videos and this is one of your best reviews. It’s a beautiful car and I hope their owners are enjoying the experience.

[@lambroschudley9984]

Another great review. Thank you. Beautiful car, and always makes me turn my head when one woofles by. The one factor that was not touched on though is the image, however unfair it may be, that the car is considered by some to be a geriatric Porsche replacement driven by seniors. Having said that there are a couple of the old SC430’s in my area, Buckinghamshire, driven by “blue-rinsers”, but there is also a gorgeous electric blue, 22 plate, one owned and driven by a young 30’s exec type, up the road from, so maybe I am being unfair and that image is changing? Love your content and always click on it when I get a “bell”. Keep up the hardworking and diversity.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Yeah, it's unfair for sure that Lexus are seen as a "safe but boring" alternative, given they have produced some absolutely fantastic performance cars over the years - if in very small numbers. Even my humble and fairly common GS460 has an amazing N/A V8 in it - from factory it's shackled with a very quiet exhaust, but that's easy to fix, the transmission is a bit senile in anything other than manual mode, but other than that they are an absolute bargain if you want that N/A V8 feeling, and built so much better than anything you'll find out of Germany the same age.

[@MrZennerd]

I can see your point, but personally i never judge a car by it's image because it can be very misleading. And this guy proves it, he was among many others who thought that this car is too boring and not exciting enough and only driven by seniors. Until he drove one and everything changed................... . During the testdrive he realized how biased he was all because the misleading image. Here is the LC 500 review from the nice gentlemen and he is a Mercedes AMG GT-s owner. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3qUlnWQiLidqtU

[@orionsbelt3332]

James....Im American..... And your take on this reminds me of watching old Top Gear episodes.... lol...I love it ! Thanks for the candid and very informative video!!!

[@dekkerlundquist5938]

Brilliant GT car, and the sound it makes is sublime.

[@davidmwood560]

Hi James; every Lexus I've ever seen you review - you've loved, praising the excellence and being more than fair with what I'll call the "quirks". No car is perfect. I've had a variety of Lexus cars, from an early IS200, an early GS300, a 1989 LS400 and so on. I'm now on my 7th, a 2006 GS300 SE-L, It's a phenomenal car; super comfortable, silent, utterly reliable, ridiculously fast! And surprisingly economical. However, it's time for a change; I've looked closely at around 40 different makes and models of cars - and I've come to the conclusion that only another Lexus will do. I'm going for a 2008 LS600H-L. It actually ticked more boxes than I had boxes to tick. I don't need or want a sports car, (I still race, and the track is the best place for top-of-the-limit speed), but I do drive pretty briskly, I believe the LS600H-L will fulfill all my needs as a daily driver. Maybe a Lexus would suit you too. Great reviews, thank you for all of it.

[@philpartridge8512]

Dream car, well done Lexus. Great review

[@gerardwalsh2369]

Another great review..... your realism is sharp.....one of my favourite cars and one of my favourite reviews..... well done 👍

[@magnetoone2995]

Amazing car. Love from antwerp belgium Jay 😎

[@owenoconnor2700]

Great review, thanks for giving us another option to consider, that V8 sounds great

[@keatonp9752]

An excellent on point review of this car! I bought a black 2022 coupe two weeks ago. Pics & videos don’t do it justice. When I walked up to the car at the dealership I was in awe of its size and styling. I could barely find 4 coupes for sale in the entire state of California. Concept car looks, luxurious ride, beautiful purr of the naturally aspirated V8, undeniable Lexus quality, definitely value for money-and if those aren’t reason’s enough then I love the fact that in Cal where you see every exotic luxury and sports car, that this car is as you say “criminally overlooked” and therefore so rare that heads turn and cars follow me. Why fidget around with the infotainment when you can use the Dynamic Voice Command to tell the car what you want (phone,audio, nav, poi’s) and the climate concierge feature means you don’t have to try and adjust the settings while driving.

[@ReferenceFidelityComponents]

In the flesh, these rate foru me amongst the most stunning looking, beautifully built cars I’ve ever seen or sat in. Liked all my lexus cars and wish I could afford one of the LCs.

[@guylambrechts2303]

If I only had a 100K I'd buy one without any question. It's an amazing car! Very entertaining video.

[@exs304]

I can’t agree more. Such a stunning car inside and out. As a GT cruiser and for spirited driving I would take this over a DB11 or a 911 (plagued by a noisy cabin and harsher ride, but the 911 it is more sports car than GT).