Here's why everyone is wrong about the Lexus RCF

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

This is one of those cars where "no one wants them" and then somehow they never become cheap in the grey market because everyone is elbowing each other to buy it.

[@johnjohn3241]

Bruh same shit im saying!!

[@blu_is500]

Great review!! You hit the nail on its head about Lexus’ V8 performance line. The car is about emotion and character, not track times. I’ve had my IS500 for over 2 years at 27k miles, and I’m still in love with this thing. Thanks for posting! 👍🏽

[@jeremiah123002]

What’s the main things you like about ur is500

[@blu_is500]

@@jeremiah123002 The engine’s smooth power deliver and its sound, but the smooth ride and the design’s uniqueness. There’s nothing like it on the roads.

[@corismsyn]

Man you're everywhere! 😂

[@blu_is500]

@@corismsyn LOL!! I’m kind of a Lexus V8 Troll, but the nice kind! I don’t eat kids or the elderly. 😜

[@daniellaracuente2923]

Finally a person that understands the meaning of Lexus.

[@lords1969]

I had an M4 before I bought my RC-F. This video explains the difference very well. It took me a little while to realise its not about what it doesn’t do, but what it does very well. All the twin turbo and tech cant match the experience of what is a very confident and memorable driving experience. Great review of a mighty Japanese machine.

[@motaz1975]

i recently made the same switch.

[@NorthEastCor]

​@@motaz1975Congrats on the RC F! How's your experience been so far? What year is yours?

[@motaz1975]

@@NorthEastCor so far so good!! Mine is a 2015 liquid platinum with the premium package. Car is a fantastic road trip car. Seats are so comfortable. My only gripe is it needs an exhaust. It is was to quiet. I dont miss the M4 i had before it so that says something.

[@NorthEastCor]

@motaz1975 That's positive feedback! I was thinking about a G87 M2 but deep down I really want a v8! How would you describe the rear seat space?

[@motaz1975]

@@NorthEastCor rear seat is fine for kids or people under 5’8”

[@level10boy]

Exactly right, it's a sporty muscle/GT car, that is not a pure track car, but can be enjoyable on the track if one so wishes. A very underrated and misunderstood car, future classic me thinks. Think luxury Mustang with a sportier edge.

[@2ZZGE100]

Yes, a luxury Mustang GT or a Camaro SS is a good analogy. Comparing it to a Challenger, is borderline criminal. That thing is a huge honking floating boat. Neither Supra nor M2 are dedicated track cars either. They cannot hold a candle to something like a Cayman around a race track, which is what I call a proper track car.

[@frankroselli7963]

I adore my 2015 rc f my neighbors probly think I’m weird standing outside staring at it lol it’s my fav car 4 countless reasons worth every cent

[@2ZZGE100]

@@frankroselli7963 lol.. That is hilarious.

[@realRichHunting]

As an LC500 owner.... I can honestly say that the RCF is highly under rated. It's weird... but it's cool.

[@RevLexus]

lc owner here too

[@verde629]

Do you daily drive yours ?

[@RevLexus]

@@verde629 I do, its my only car

[@NewShockerGuy]

The rear vent on the back bumper are in fact functional. Every vent on the RCF is functional. I love my 2020. You never see these cars anywhere and no one knows what the hell they are. They just think it's a typical lexus. Then you take off and people are suprized that it has an 8 cylinder under the hood. It's comfortable, sounds awesome (when you change the exhaust), and is just a nice place to be inside. Yes I'd love more HP but honstly it has zero issues getting into triple digit speeds. I was cruising almost at 95 effortlessly driving to work early in the morning, and when I looked down I was surprized I was going that fast. Very stable and planted.

[@nickt3923]

I have a 2015 RCF with over 150,000 KM and so far absolutely zero issues! It always puts a smile on my face when I drive it. Great review!

[@MR_stone69]

150k is alot

[@taydardal]

140,000 miles or 225,000 km That's what I have on my RCF No problems.

[@nominal]

I have 180,000 miles on mine :) no problems as well

[@2ZZGE100]

Good review. I agree it should not be compared to a Supra (even though, a Supra is not a dedicated track car either and it is a 2 seat GT sporty luxury car unlike a Porsche Cayman that is a pure 2 seater sports car). Only thing, there is nothing in common between an RCF and a Challenger. If you had said, Camaro SS or Mustang GT, that would be a good point as RCF is a similar formula with more luxury, but Challenger is absolutely a huge 4400 lbs boat with flimsy chassis and suspension. RCF is not meant to go in a straight line. Like you said, it is officially over 70 percent different than a base RC. These days, muscle cars like Camaro SS, Mustang GT or the RCF are meant to do extremely well on the racetrack. Many RCF owners do competitive time attacks on track. That is why RCF has all of the cooling systems, a stiff suspension, big Brembo brakes, big wheels and high-performance summer tires etc. It was developed over two years in 2013 - 2014 on various tracks around the world especially Nurburgring and Fuji. It circles the skid pad at almost 1.00g all day without losing grip. Over 2 years, they designed and tuned the RCF around many tracks in the world. Nürburgring and Fuji are the two most dominant ones. I own an RCF with carbon and TVD myself. I tracked it a few times. It does phenomenally well around the race track.

[@daelinlockman6693]

True i take my RC F in the mountains here and there and its more capable than most would think . With a good set of tires it can be a beast

[@2ZZGE100]

@@daelinlockman6693 Exactly my thoughts. Tires make a huge difference in the RCF

[@MarvinxJavier]

The detail of this review is insane. It is as if a viewer is going to buy and is looking at all small tiny details that what makes the car is. Great work!

[@neilr4867]

I've had my 2018 RCF since new. You're spot on with your review. I keep telling people, it's a Japanese Mustang. It's a muscle car and I love it for that. It's big, loud and powerful. It's not really a track car (although it is quite capable). It's not as fast as an M4 or C63, but that doesn't matter. Long after those two cars have fallen apart, the RCF will still be going. PS - You can turn off a lot of those speed limit alarms and seat belt warnings if you can get Toyota Techstream 😁

[@andyeighttre]

V8 up front, drive wheels in back + twitchy tire spinning character = endless fun🙌

[@christopherhaslam6373]

Exactly! I have one, bought it new 2016..wouldn't trade it for the world. 85k miles not one issue, runs like it's brand new. Awesome car get compliments everywhere I go. Of course I have every piece of carbon fiber ever made for an RCF installed so she looks outstanding @@

[@Jesuosivwi]

Your understanding of the Lexus RC is superb. Very accurate.

[@unitedfundingcorp-realestate]

I have a 2015 with BORLA Exhaust which Adds to the Japanese Muscle Car EXPERIENCE. I love driving it, hearing it and enjoying it as a street car!!! A GREAT VALUE WHEN PURCHASED USED.

[@ezmarktc2696]

To bad Borla discontinued the incredible sounding exhaust for this car years ago

[@Skeeter66]

@@ezmarktc2696 Production started back up and they are making them again.

[@superalain1961]

I own a RC350 F Sport AWD (311hp) not even close to a RCF, Lexus made this RCF car for the car lover that LOVES to drive across any country it’s a perfect pleasure, it’s how you approach this car… same for the IS500 and LC500…it’s a cruiser with muscles, not made for drag but again a muscle cruiser with insane reliability…buy them before they go away they will keep their value and by the way I get more looks at my car than a Porsche…I rest my case

[@i.d.6492]

Slow ass 311 hp gimmicks f sport badge 😂. More like 270 whp

[@edcain9492]

​@@i.d.6492: if Your Only feeling 270 h.p.,it's evident that you don't use Paddle Shifters @ Red Line.I have the V-6 Version & w/ an occasional VP Racing Ultimanium ,Good for +3.5 Extra Octane @ Advance Auto.2 cans= raise of Octane to+7

[@Aperez78]

My favorite part of these interiors/some exterior is that they can retrofitted to 2014 - 2024 Lexus IS/RC models, I retrofitted the entire center console (Knob Edition), Borderless Rearview mirror, Front Dome light, Airbag Cover, Premium Paddle Shifters and BBK into my 2018 IS; mixed in with real Carbon fiber window trim + Lexus NX Chrome window button switches and Carbon fiver glove box trim and it makes any older Lexus IS car feel refreshed from the day they bought it at least. As long as you like simple the interior is something I always love being in, when they finally get away from this interior I cant wait to see what else we can remove and retrofit onto older cars :) Sound deaden the whole car with dynamax and man does it feel lovely.

[@cultofmodernism8477]

I have a TLX Type S which I love, but I'm continuously drawn to this car...

[@philhenderson3516]

I love the look of the TLX Type S but this RCF is a TRUE Japanese car unlike the TLX...

[@AdmiralSnackbar119]

I tested your car before finally going with the RCF. Both are great cars.

[@lostalx]

Very solid review. It's a shame they have this speed limiter. In North America, USA there's no warning like that but it's horrible that we do not get that Memory seat setting, they removed it from 2022. Also we do not get Auto Mirrors either. They keep axing a lot of features of this car just to keep it running for the GT3 homologation. TVD has been put to rest since 2022 across the world though sadly.

[@carfan5296]

Ironically it is in the top 3 of the IMSA GTD/GTP series taking the podium at Daytona and Long Beach. So this so called GT car is beating Ferrari 296, BMW M4, Corvette C8 Z06, Lamborghini Huracan, McLaren 720 on track. No excuses needed it holds it’s own. I have an S58 engine ///M product in the garage as well. And I still pleased with the RCF😎

[@zodiac909]

They should have hired you to do the marketing of this car, you clearly understood and explained it better than most people would. Well done 🙏

[@guylambrechts2303]

I think you got it just right! Nice video. The car is often compared with the M3 in Europe but it's indeed a breed apart and built for the street, not the trac. Lexus rules!

[@JacobMitchell-df7np]

Great review. You really go into detail about what the RCF truly is not just comparing it to other cars are now a days.

[@camverticalco]

I honestly belive the RC-F is gonna get the supra and LFA treatment nobody likes it while its here but once its gone its like oh my god toyota has a 5.0L v8 luxury coupe thats rwd

[@RealDealy]

I like how in depth you go with your reviews Keep it going!

[@michaeldaniels4129]

Well said, love mine, love the fact it's something different .

[@BillDeanCycle]

terrific take on the car. I did a short test drive in a used one and was blown away by how comfortable it was as well as feeling quick despite the weight and it sounded great but not overpowering. Many of the reviews of the car colored my preconceptions but the drive showed me it was an awesome machine. Does the rear seat fold down? How good is the Cruise control and lane tracing?

[@zestor2908]

Really nice review, your calm way of speaking is catching me

[@TheJMedia]

The RCF is such a great car. Comfortable, relatively fast, reliable, and a great looking car. What more can you ask for! I absolutely love mine!

[@RevLexus]

Great video, I love the RCF, I have the LC and it is great

[@nemesisc4926]

Great review of our F cars

[@2URLex]

Good call out on the Journalist and Lexus themselves being wrong lol AMG GT and the Audi RS5 and 7 have active spoilers.

[@frankroselli7963]

Rc stands for radical coup f stands for fugii Japan where they test track the car I adore this car so much I bought one in December it’s fantastic worth every cent stunningly gorgeous in every way

[@superalain1961]

Old school says that it has been through all the bugs so you know you have RELIABILITY….. why do. You think Toyota/Lexus are always on top for reliability….the infotainment in my car is so old but it does not break down, and I just use my IPhone (Waze) for gps. I love my car so much and my bucket list is by far the LC500…. Even the IS500 I would be proud to own

[@illusive_tv635]

Wallah when you said PlayStation 1 completely related there. I love this classic look.

[@KyseBeanz]

I noticed the Lexus RC is the TRUE SPORTS CAR version of the "Scion TC" (Touring Coupe ... Racing Coupe). Many may rhink this is crazy BUT the body styles look just alike. If you put the Gen2 TC next to the RC, until you see under the hood and interior. -Gen2 Scion tC Owner/Lexus Lover Here. 😁

[@apsirotin]

I appreciate the input. I've always loved this car

[@black-friday-everyday579]

HAHAHAHAA THE COMPUTER PROGRAMMER COMMENT WAS SOOO TRUE

[@JohanGavieres]

Going to sale my VIP style LS460. Think this mite have to be the new V8 upgrade weekend car for me. Really like the interior.

[@JWapologist]

In Australia a facelifted RCF is approximately the same price as 2017 Lexus LC500 how do these two compare?

[@s_s_rsh]

I got an RC350 F sport and I'm looking it except for the fact that there's not a single space to put even the smallest masafi😅. I truly love the car. Quick enough for the roads. I'm not going track with it. Sporty and a the same time. Have no trouble doing almost 200km daily on it. In the future I might go for an rcf.

[@Llando]

nobody ever buys a lexus to win races, its just reliable cars made for fun driving experience.

[@carlosaraujo59]

I had one of these in 2016 and I’ve been dying for another one

[@javiertamajon857]

Great review, truly love the design and performance of Toyota/Lexus

[@linkylion9060]

No i would pick this over the stang and yes i agree with you its a japanese muscle car.

[@danmamo5849]

I love you reviews keep going my man

[@realRichHunting]

The RCF is what you get when an LC500 and an IS500 make a baby.

[@philhenderson3516]

More like an LC500 and GSF. RCF weighs more than the IS500, more akin to the GSF.

[@Liberty-Works1111]

100% Agree... Spot on review... Great Job!

[@verde629]

Does it drive any differently from the is500 ?

[@jasonal1769]

I agree, the RC F is awesome!

[@salimrandall]

I’ve never seen a spare tire in a RCF. Must be overseas spec.

[@2URLex]

Hawaii gets them too I think, what’s awesome Is that it get a PS4S spare tire and not some lesser grade.

[@linkylion9060]

What if you have one and you haven't seen it go back to the dealership and ask for it ..if it's someone's car you've never seen it in maybe they took it out or if not tell them to go back and get it from the dealership..because yes they come with a spare ..every lexus still does that ..unlike alot of other car companies of lately.

[@slappagon]

I was wondering the same

[@kamilkrait5873]

Thank you for reviewing the car for what it is. Fantastic job comparing the weight to the new M2 as well! These are really not that heavy by today standards which seems to be the biggest criticism of the car… CONFUSING. +1 Sub ✅

[@dimmacommunication]

I love the mechanical feel ,wow :)

[@mcroadracer1]

Well done brother 🇺🇸

[@joerusso747]

Very good review I totally agree with everything you say about this car good job 👍

[@neutralsamurai231]

I really enjoyed this video. Great review.

[@OTTODARKHEART]

i will one day buy a current gen rcf

[@VErzene1979]

It would be nice if you mentioned what model year it is not" it's been out for 8 , 7 year" what?

[@NFSLINKINPARK1]

Great video, this guy is hilarious.

[@67judge]

The Blackwing has vents

[@mostafaessam3179]

حبيبي يا سمير باشا صبحك الله بكل الخير متابعك من مصر ممكن حضرتك تقولنا ازاي تعلمت اللغة الإنجليزية بطلاقة 😍

[@awwwwwyeahhhhh1110]

The problem with this car is not the car itself, it’s the price. Yes, the interior is nice in an outdated sort of way, but it’s also CHEAP. For over 70,000 buckeroos we can’t even get leather on the horn button of the wheel??? Plastic creaks everywhere as well. Concerning the engine, yes it’s very nice. However, it’s so subdued and boring. You really have to mash the pedal down to get power which is the exact opposite on any Mustang or M2. For me the car is gorgeous but is a fair bit overpriced. I just feel like we make too many justifications for this car. “It’s a Japanese muscle car that’s not meant to be as fast as other muscle cars, not supposed to be able to turn.” “The interior isn’t supposed to be like a modern car, it’s nice that it’s dated with plastic everywhere and an odd touch control system we don’t even use.” “It’s okay that the entire trunk is taken up by a heavy af spare tire.” For me the question arises, what are we paying for? The money isn’t going to an updated interior, nor is it in superior tech, nor is it in an engine that is meant to outperform other cars, nor is the engine note any different than any budget V8 in any other Camaro, Challenger/Charger, or Mustang. Just an odd miss by Lexus imo just for the single fact that it’s $70,000 and you can get an M2, AMG, RS3, Dark Horse, and Supra all for less than that. Just my opinion though.

[@RobertWill-uq3iv]

Steering wheel pivoting around a fixed point is old school tilt wheel design probably dating to the 70s or even earlier. I don't think it's trying to be a muscle car, I think it's trying to be a Lexus.

[@thetraininghubedu]

Nice car. Nice video ❤

[@hasanaynali2092]

great review mate

[@warrenho1]

Just bought a track edition. ❤

[@macoyupadoodle]

Lexus is also more reliable than any American and European brand

[@EricMewhort]

Is honestly rather lose the spare wheel for a flat and usable trunk

[@dougplommer9961]

what year did they go to touch screen?

[@MR_stone69]

2017

[@Nico-vt4il]

Please do a 50kmh to 250 kmh sport + run in this car! Gret review BTW, much appreciated!

[@burningknuckle26]

RCF is beautiful

[@greebuh]

I'll never sell my ISF, It is a near perfect car.

[@Drtbykr1]

I love everything about it, no track for me. I don’t know why but the analog clock drives me nuts for some reason. And I think it has a CD player?!

[@Drtbykr1]

It is not obnoxiously loud. I would hope you can turn off the speed limit exceeded warning system, that would be a deal breaker for me.

[@maccaccino]

Great review

[@ATLballer]

damn i need a rear diffuser

[@MrJACKskate360]

I like this video, but I dont want to ruin the 666 🎉

[@canadianloon6433]

This is much sportier than the LC The LC is a luxury car for the old people Love the sound of the motor It will be a collector's item

[@V8Brah]

Not your regular software/programmer car. LOL!

[@dimmacommunication]

LMAO yeah, nowadays car looks made for Geeks/nerds obsessed with electronics. Cars should be as possible as mechanic...

[@MR_stone69]

Imagine if there was a manual option

[@greebuh]

There tons of reviews that call it Japanese Muscle. Where have you been?

[@apallo.11]

ur not buying a lexus to win races or set track records!!!!!! if ur trying to do that in any lexus ur missing the point. this is for if you want that 5.0 mustang but something nicer on the inside. or more reliable for long hauls. its fun on track too but if you're trying to beat an M4 coupe around the corner just do yourself a favor and look at a diff brand

[@Skeeter66]

RC = Retro Coupe?

[@StopTheCap1100]

What does RCF stand for? It doesn’t even matter! (the rock voice)

[@allenzillmer1917]

Great review! Agreed all the way

[@tmack281]

I think that RC stands for racing coupe

[@revaholic]

You are very handsome and smart

[@Mohammed06543]

اللهم صل وسلم وبارك على نبينا وحبيبنا محمد وعلى آله وصحبه أجمعين إلى يوم الدين .....

[@mohammaddalloul9891]

7abibi that car is very slow honestly Yeah it fun to drive sure it sounds good too But the interior is so outdated and it's so annoying to get smoked by almost every inline six made after 2019 when you are driving a v8 supposedly 467hp (realistically 360whp) lol

[@JorgeDiaz-wc6yu]

Good video

[@JacesOwnWorld]

Other journalists aren’t wrong. They actually say they enjoy the look and what this Lexus is about. But they criticize its performance, interior, and transmission. They are 100% correct on their criticisms. Why? Because Lexus tried to directly compare this car to the M3. You simply dont do that unless you have a car that performs like an M3, which this car doesn’t. This is a new car using an old engine and platform. Lexus can make all the body vents they want lol. It’s not fooling anyone. It’s a great long-term reliable sporty car. But it’s far from being anything more than that.

[@awwwwwyeahhhhh1110]

Thank you. I wrote a very similar comment. Yes, this car is fantastic, but with a $70,000 base price tag, it just doesn’t do enough. Any M car blows this thing out of the water.

[@damtiktok]

😮❤

[@MyGoogi]

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[@miaesesagibbse918]

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[@RyedSaad]

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[@ClaraTony-m2z]

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[@Q215D635FQ]

there is no way in hell i’m spending 374,440 SAR for this old crab

[@vthomas2313]

😂😂🤷‍♂🤷‍♂

[@JacesOwnWorld]

Your review is all over the place and your idea of what the car is, is just flat out wrong. You keep saying it’s not supposed to compare to any other Euro cars. That’s simply wrong. It literally was comparing to the M3. That what Lexus was marketing itself against. It was not marketed against American muscle cars. You say it was meant to be a pig and not to be a track car. That’s wrong lol. There’s literally a track car version of this car lol. You seem to have made this video to make a different perspective to get views from those who are fanboys of this car. Your right to do that, but that doesn’t make your view correct. You asked at the end if I would choose this over an American muscle car? Hell no! Why? Because this is double the price!! Lol Oh, and btw, that trunk is atrocious!! There was zero design in it to fit that spare wheel. Makes the trunk almost useless!

[@dimmacommunication]

Yeah I have to say the trunk with the spare becomes so small...

[@awwwwwyeahhhhh1110]

Yep, this car is gorgeous but not for double the price of a Mustang..