I've Daily Driven my Lexus LC500 for 1 Year Now! Here is my experience.

[@vpwl]

I agree with the 18 model being more aggressive, the later models have a much more refined transmission. I've test driven both 2018 and 2022 and I noticed a big difference in overall refinements and ride quality.

[@00SingleSeven]

Can you elaborate? Just the transmission update or suspension geometry too? Wondering if gear ratio has been changed. Any 0-60 discrepancy between the two? Thanks

[@vpwl]

That's a good question. In my experience, the newer models generally feel smoother and less clunky or jerky compared to the original model. I believe this is due to adjustments in the transmission and engine tuning. While these refinements may not necessarily add more power, they enhance the overall driving experience. You can probably find the technical details in Lexus’s announcements from previous years, and there are plenty of reviews that explain the specific improvements made to enhance the car’s performance. Ultimately, the best way to evaluate the changes is to test drive the newer model yourself.

[@Magmade_]

I just don’t feel the 2018 being clunky at all. So I would assume they made the shift points at lower rpm’s. The 2018 when hard on the gas shifts at high rpm’s which I like. I’ve only heard the newer LC’s are smoother and to me means they tried to tame it down.

[@CapELarry]

I have a 2018. It can feel very minimally rough with the 1-2 shift it it’s cold. Once it’s warm it’s fine.

[@tvrfly57689]

keep it clean,your LC is very nice. Ive had no issues with the transmission and i drove 51K miles from new, 2019 to now. Engine is good too.

[@Magmade_]

@@tvrfly57689 thank you!

[@Leo_168]

Hey, my lc500 ownership timeline is very similar to you. I bought it end of september 2023, a white 2018 performance package canadian spec car. Flew to regina saskatchewan and drove 2600km back to ontario. I also daily drive to it just not during the winter months. When you brought up the japanese corvette comment im in full agreement as i sold my c6 corvette for the lc. Keep it sir, your content is great for fellow lc owners.

[@Magmade_]

@@Leo_168 thank you! Appreciate the comment. Best of luck with your LC!

[@likunjian1850]

The 2021 models+ are noticeably smoother ride, main difference or change in a 2024 would be the new infotainment system

[@dean8367]

First time watching.. Great intro editing music into a startup we can hear without music! Great energy from you! You actually know what you're talking about!

[@Magmade_]

I appreciate that!

[@DruDowny]

Happy bday boss! Appreciate the journey, keep the LF content coming especially on the LC.

[@TheJasonCoria]

Your LC 500 is definitely very clean my friend. Good job. Can’t wait to grab mine. 😌

[@Magmade_]

@@TheJasonCoria you’ll love it! Thank you for watching.

[@xheartiiz]

Most interesting LC 500 review that doesn't bore me to tears!!!!💙💙💙

[@Magmade_]

I try not to. 😂

[@islandgirlboss3233]

Bought an RC 350 F sport 2019, and i love it! MY next car is gonna be LC 500. Im losing sleep just thinking about trading my rc, lol.

[@Canaz73]

Looks great. Love my 19 / black wrap the chrome exhaust surrounds - I did a satin all around, looks so much better

[@gregb-constrictor_culture805]

Great content, keep it up. And I like the family time, nothing better. I have a new 2024 and getting ready to order wheels from e6 Carbon. Looking at doing the same sizes that you are running. What offset do you have and do you have any rubbing at all? Thanks Greg

[@Magmade_]

@@gregb-constrictor_culture805 thank you! I’ll have to look it up but I believe they are +25 and +20. Very little rubbing. Actually had to warm up and mold in an area on my fender liners which I explained in on of my past videos.

[@doobedi]

I would agree on the coil overs over than the airbag. The airbag are cool, but they are more costly and shorter longevity than the coil overs.

[@bradcolby3624]

It’s Rioja Red..I have had this color and love it. Beautiful LC. The track pad is second nature after you use it for a while. I have the touchscreen now.

[@jhon.theclimbera7292]

I have a is 300 awd 2016 and dive it everyday and love it

[@scottklein5681]

Nice ride, great to see you use it .

[@WesleyClouden]

always solid fam 🦾🎬🎥

[@tonyle7311]

What wheels are those? They look nice bro, hope one day I can pick up a used one

[@Magmade_]

@@tonyle7311 thank you! These are 22” Ferrada FR4’s

[@chipmacgill]

@@Magmade_ way better than the new Lex offerings

[@RamyHaramy]

Great review brother! You gained a new subscriber :)

[@Magmade_]

@@RamyHaramy thank you!

[@aweful4781]

winter driving thoughts?

[@canoeshoe]

KZbinrs borrowing the LC500 all harp on the same thing bout the infotainment system. Funny thing is they dont say that about the other lexuses that uses the same system.

[@JuucedGarage]

And they don’t say about Mercedes or Audi that have the track pad either. Once you learn the system it’s like riding a bike

[@iiroyalty2519]

Most other Lexus models have physical buttons for things like the heated and cooled seats but the LC500 doesn't.

[@edmundcharles5278]

Well enough people complained that Lexus changed out the track pad!

[@ជួងសុវណ្ណគីរីរាជ្យ]

This is so beautiful 😍

[@yourgod]

Test drove a 2018…..reeeaaally thinking about trading my 22 is350 up for it. Have you had any problems with the door handles or glove compartment? Love the insight. Plus you’re a graphic designer, you gotta new sub!

[@Magmade_]

@@yourgod thank you! I’ve had zero issues with door handles or glove box. I’m aware of the issues, but haven’t had those here.

[@good2help]

Go with year 19 and up for a much improved suspension. Also to avoid the horribly annoying squealing brakes in the 18. Sweet ride! Cars are made to be driven 👏

[@CoffeeMadeMeSay]

Just replace the pads and no squeak

[@paultaylor9019]

The 2024 also had android / apple carplay and a 360 camera.

[@altor562]

What price range would be a good/ great buy for a 2018/2019 LC 500 now with mileage in consideration? Also, would you stay away if it had 2 or more previous owners? @magmade

[@MM718-s4x]

@altor562 that depends, what do you define as low mileage? You can get a 2018 or 2019 model with 20k-30k miles in the $63 - $69K range. No problem with 2+ owners, as lots of people change their mind on this car thinking it was a performance BMW experience.

[@Magmade_]

@@altor562 obviously lower miles and owners the better. But this being a Lexus, the miles really don’t matter.

[@jcoleem9164]

What package is this? any reason why you didnt get performance?

[@Magmade_]

@@jcoleem9164 touring. I got a great deal on this car.

[@edmundcharles5278]

Keep the Lac 500 stock, it does not need lowering!

[@thulanimazibuko9568]

Where is the link for the second channel guys?

[@Magmade_]

@@thulanimazibuko9568 haven’t launched it just yet. Have been filming so it will launch soon.

[@Canaz73]

As for transmissions my 19 isn’t super consistent, jerky and not smooth. It’s a 19 MY but made in 18 - I have driven an 18 and I couldn’t tell the difference. It’s an easy tranny (because of 10 spd) to catch off guard. First 4 gears are WAY TOO LONG 😂 - and it wants to be in 7th even in Sport+ when doing 45 mph- they area they screwed up on IMO was the tranny. With that said, it was designed as we all know as a lux coupe - Mine has every option - I wouldn’t own one without Dynamic Handling Pack

[@jeanpicard8936]

What kind of rims are those?

[@Magmade_]

@@jeanpicard8936 @ferradawheels FR4’s in 22”

[@craigspringer4988]

How tall are you.. you feel tight in the car

[@Magmade_]

@@craigspringer4988 I’m 5’10” and don’t feel tight in this car. So not exactly a big guy.

[@rSb.Benjaminz]

Hell yeah, as a non-cooker, I would definitely want to learn to at least BBQ. YT name suggestion: Magmade BBQ (a double entendres that also sounds like man-made bbq)

[@Magmade_]

@@rSb.Benjaminz appreciate it and love the feedback!

[@krazzysu]

*Ownership

[@KH-qs1di]

No sunroof?

[@Magmade_]

@@KH-qs1di glass roof

[@namename1]

How must be tire pressure to not blink 2.5?

[@1fox3]

The interior is insane. Have you seen current luxury models from BMW, Mercedes, Audi? It's all cheap plastic squiggly trash pretending to be expensive. LC500 interior is real luxury.

[@Flushandfit]

With the eggs 😂

[@chrisson4234]

Looking forward to your BBQ channel

[@Magmade_]

You and me both!

[@roydcosta1302]

0:46 My IS500 can do that

[@edmundcharles5278]

Messing around with the suspension at 34,000 miles! Why is that ????

[@Magmade_]

What exactly do you mean by that? I put RSR lowering springs on the car. I did have to replace a factory strut weeks before doing so.

[@edmundcharles5278]

@@Magmade_ The LC is already low to the ground, on the roads that Ed have today, you do not need a lower body frame, you need a higher ground clearance!