Jason Cammisa on the Lexus LC500 - Vintage Motor Trend Ignition Full Episode 172

Full review of the Lexus LC - wondering what Lexus stands for.
And why my hair looks so bad.
So, so bad.
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This video was uploaded as part of Jason Cammisa's professional showreel and portfolio as a writer, on-screen talent, and precision driver.

[@jiangho547]

Paid a visit to the Lexus dealership, walked around it, examined the interior of it, test drove it, bought it and I’m loving it!

[@Elixir9]

must be good to be rich

[@ln5747]

Baller

[@juststuff5216]

I can't take the design. I think it's absolutely gopping!

[@LCculater]

👍

[@LCculater]

@@juststuff5216 what do you drive ?

[@GarrettKuna]

These old motortrend videos just prove how talented Jason is no matter the channel.

[@TermlessHGW]

I really thought for a bit that Jason is giving us all new content. I was sadly disappointed to learn otherwise.

[@V10ViperSRT]

@@TermlessHGW He is on the Hagerty channel.

[@donjuan150]

@@V10ViperSRT Really, really good content with him on Hagerty too!

[@TheBryanbas]

Dura Mater

[@DroneStrike1776]

Huge fan of his, but he was very annoying on screen with Lieberman. I guess he had to play a character because all Lieberman did was scream and shout like a manchild. But when he was doing videos on his own, he is a demi-god of a presenter.

[@KeithFlint350]

People really do not understand that LC is not a sports car. It's a grand tourer. If you want super responsive steering and rocket acceleration then buy Lamborghini or a gokart. This car is designed to enthusiastically flow for hundreds of miles, not to give you Formula 1 experience. This car deserved this video :)

[@sports2hedz542]

Jason's comment on the previous gen ('01-'10) SC430 is interesting, saying it was neither sporty nor beautiful (I personally think it's beautiful). It is certainly luxurious and never meant to be sporty. This was also a misunderstood Lexus as it was generally reviewed per it's name, Sport Coupé, rather than what it really was: a LC, Luxury Coupé. It has exceptional ride quality and the interior was exquisite for its original price point. The closed off wheel design is gorgeous and far ahead of its time. OEMs are damned either way because every journalist wants a two door vehicle to be a track superstar (and give poor reviews if it's not), but most consumers want the opposite. Therefore we as consumers get a distorted view of what we 'should' buy. I truely believe it's the journalists that have driven this crazy push for performance and horsepower and not the consumers. We are just along for the ride. I'm glad Jason at least came to his senses when reviewing the current gen LC. 👍👍👍

[@sly9263]

@@sports2hedz542 I think the sc430 looks great too- very concept/retro 50's... But it also does look a bit feminine

[@amazin7006]

Super focused sports cars are NOT great cars to drive. People that gawk over them the most are people who have never driven them. They are for the track not the road. That being said, I think a little more compromise could be made with this car without making it worse. Have a little more adjustable steering options, make the lower gears a little more sporty (while keeping those comfy cruising high gears), and brake by wire is just unnecessary

[@amg863]

The irony of someone claiming everyone else doesn't understand when you think people could just buy a go kart or a Lamborghini if this is not sporty enough.... 🤦‍♂️ I thought you were going to say a 6 series or an 8 series. Not a Lamborghini which has nothing in common with this car.

[@inquisitor4635]

As was the BMW850i.

[@facetiouslyinsolent8313]

As a past owner of 4 Mercedes and 6 BMW's what you see when a Lexus is coming towards you is a reliable vehicle that will be on the road a lot more than in the shop. I love the other brands mentioned, but Lexus is on another level regarding longevity reliability, and repair cost.

[@kimcheebowl]

To each their own. I have owned 3 BMW M cars, an Acura, 2 Lexus, 1 Porsche, 3 Hondas, 1 Subaru and my experience….drum roll…my BMWs were the most reliable even as heavily modified ones. And one of my BMWs is the dreaded V10 M5 and shockingly, super reliable. Yes, in general Lexus is well known to be reliable, but not nearly as fun to drive as any of my BMWs or my Porsche. To each their own

[@Blandat]

Arguably the best review on the LC 500. Japanese Aston Martin describes it best. Never thought I'd would consider a Lexus, but damn that's a fine machine.

[@AyAy008]

IMO, Savagegeese's review(s) of the LC was much better.

[@fuadiftekher1307]

Sorry SAVAGEGEESE did the best review on lc500.

[@Blandat]

Savagegeese did the most comprehensive review(s), agree on that. Putting in the most information into a video doesn't necessarily make it the best review though. SG is superb, but ain't no Jason Cammisa.

[@TinLeadHammer]

SG is boring. Cammisa is entertaining AND informative.

[@thecianinator]

@@TinLeadHammer no matter how straightforward their presentation is, they keep you on your toes looking for the one or two weird sex things they're going to casually say while describing the car at some point in the episode

[@montlejohnbojangles8937]

Still one of the prettiest designs and best sounding motors of the past twenty years.

[@ibrahimkalmati9379]

Lfa would want to some word you

[@ariosasmito8186]

Maserati GranTurismo has a better sound bro

[@bunsenn5064]

@@ibrahimkalmati9379 They said “one of”, not “the”

[@amazin7006]

That v8 is just amazing. Reminds me of the old 4 valve AMG Mercedes v8 sounds.

[@JayYang0327]

@@ariosasmito8186They’re all living in junkyards now lol

[@mjbakedbeans]

To me this is like a more adult mustang. High revving V8 naturally aspirated except it’s nice on the inside with a much higher quality. I know the stang and this are different markets.

[@drivescene6747]

Good point but I would say that’s the RCF instead

[@maximus9401]

It's the Japanese Aston Martin vantage v8

[@MrCTruck]

The stang in a Japanese tuxedo

[@vitaliy9932]

LC is more like a Corvette

[@RCXDerp]

@@vitaliy9932 Too thicc to be a vette

[@colinbrassington3192]

Lexus also gets many points for making the production car look exactly like the concept did

[@rivengle]

It’s completely different from how the concept looks but it’s *exactly* how you remember it looking.

[@PerplexedPhoton]

A couple has one of these in my town in the glorious white paint with regurgitated yam interior. I can't believe how much road presence this vehicle has, even my girlfriend who doesn't care for cars always points it out and gushes over it. Not a perfect car, but the best ones never are.

[@CarShopping101]

Toasted Caramel and I'd take that over boring black. They also have red interiors

[@PerplexedPhoton]

@@CarShopping101 When I called the interior colour regurgitated yam I was just referencing what dollar store Adam Sandler called it in this video. It's a brilliant interior design and looks fantastic with their white pearl exterior paint.

[@brunodesrosiers266]

Obviously, there are all sorts of girlfriends. But in all cases you don’t buy your car to please her.

[@sunrisesunset1734]

This car IS perfect, your girlfriend has better car intuition than you do? Now that's ... public. Lol.

[@easternequinox9324]

"Not a perfect car, but the best ones never are." Couldn't have said it better myself. I read this and I immediately thought of cars such as the LFA, Carrera GT, Ferrari F40, and the Ford GT (2005). All of them are beautifully made with flaws of their own.

[@alecwhatshisname5170]

I must applaud the sound design on this piece. The opening shot deserved it all on its own. The car’s roaring heart screaming from the right to the left, where a rising synth distinguishes that even though this may be futuristic, it’s already outdated, with autonomous electric convenience becoming standard.

[@alangil40]

Loving these old MT/Ignition video uploads. Super tiny suggestion - maybe put the original release date in the description, though I can probably figure it out by the introductory model year of the car featured.

[@linkinparkadik]

I remember watching this way back in 2017 and my mind was blown on how high quality this was produced. It's nice to see it again. Brings me back to the time when MotorTrend gives us something for free.

[@randomesteven3935]

That long ago huh? I remember searching the whole net just to find out MT took all these down. These JC reviews have excellent rewatchability values

[@kevmagill5163]

It's going to be collectible one day...consumers in this market didn't get it when it was being sold...hence it's rare. It's gorgeous, capable and you won't look like a D-bag driving it. Great video Jason, amazing production..👏👏👏👏

[@HiddenWen]

One of the best parts of Lexus as a brand, you never leave a bad impression on people.

[@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo]

@@HiddenWen like Grand Seiko....

[@JS-sy8mo]

It'a still for sale, no?

[@hazardeur]

to those people that think of any person that drives a sportscar or otherwise special car automatically to be D-bags, a LC500 driver definitely will look like a D-bag too. Envy, resentment and personal projection don't know bounds. Besides that, these people usually have no idea about cars. it's something like "Looks either special or better than my POS car, I hate it"

[@HiddenWen]

@@hazardeur Honestly, amen to this.

[@cootholler22]

I drove one of these on the twisty roads of CA. It was a fantastic luxury coupe. Extremely comfortable, glorious V8 sounds, good exceptional interior build quality plus you could drive all day with no fatigue. It’s highly under rated.

[@xro1589]

The best looking car, regardless, exterior and interior designs are simply out of this world.

[@novatech2129]

A very honest and unbiased review. This car is really not a performance car, but a powerful luxury cruiser that gives you the satisfaction of driving without getting bored or tired.

[@exotic9514]

My favorite ignition episode back in 2017 ❤

[@KevZJ]

I'm loving this! Where have these videos been all my life? How many do you have that you are able to upload?

[@KIINGS100]

On motor trend lol

[@GAATL_Viet]

It was posted on Mortor Trend, but then they moved it to their "paid-to-view" channel.

[@hobear637]

This is my new favorite car channel. I miss the old motor trend days with Jason and Jonny Lieb

[@damienlee1165]

Such an underrated and underappreciated car.

[@kevinknotts6337]

That car looks like a work of art that should be in a museum. They nailed the exhaust note too. I'd be torn between driving it and and having it on display to look at all day.

[@Michael_Lorenson]

You had me worried, Jason, but you got there in the end. The LFA is a garage queen with a killer engine; not something a luxury coupe customer would want to use every day. It's fast, it's impressive, and it's nearly useless. The LC500 is a relatively affordable Aston Martin competitor -- good call, bringing an Aston Martin into the frame -- with Lexus virtues. Driven the way owners will actually drive them, no performance differences will likely be apparent, but the Lexus ownership experience will almost certainly be _far_ better. I want one.

[@theinquiringminded6952]

I can’t believe this is my first time seeing this. Great review! I own the car and in my opinion, after six months driving in all terrain, it’s the “overall” best car in the world; and it can be driven every day even in wintry conditions.

[@ahbaarmohammad6543]

Like hagerty keeps saying, Jason, never stop uploading.

[@jeffhobbs7325]

Oddly this was one of the first LC500 reviews I ran across when I was simply interested in the ca,r and therefor my fist Jason Cammisa review. Now he might be one of the most entertaining Carpersonalities I consistently appreciate for overall humor, production values, if not sheer entertainment since the high water mark of Clarkson, Hamster, and May.

[@AudreyF2010]

@ThrottleHouse is another great review channel. I'm looking forward to hopefully another collaboration between them and Jason!

[@masonharkness6437]

I picked a 09 IS a couple years ago and it’s been nothing but rock solid to me and I’ve fallen in love with the brand since. The LC500 is damn near my perfect vehicle it’d be simply awesome to have something like that as a daily

[@arsyadidris6349]

7:50 coincidentally, Matt from carwow said the same thing. He was lambasting the gearing of the LC, saying it was wasted on the engine considering how relatively high the rev was… then he took a step back and changed his thinking abit: This isnt a purebred sportscar. Its a luxury coupe that happen to have 470hp and a damn fine looking body. Something thats very rarely done nowadays, let alone mated with a proper burbling NA V8

[@davepaturno4290]

In this regard, the LC500h is even a better touring car - quieter, longer range, and scoffs at traffic jams during which it is consuming no fuel at all.

[@dielaughing73]

Those gear ratios are still mystifying though

[@Mortgage.Borges]

Best LC video ever. Well produced and thought provoking. Can’t wait for mine to get here. Made me feel I made the right choice instead of going with Mercedes, BMW or Audi.

[@gazanova]

waiting for mine as well! Nori Green/Toasted Caramel. cant wait.

[@kubakubicki4014]

In my humble opinion - the best looking car I've ever seen.

[@KingDragon198]

Your video gives me a new and better perception of my LC 500 after owning it for 3 years.

[@reyeslexus]

I don't know what you did but I glad you got the rights to publish these videos

[@googleleavemynamealone9145]

I think its for the older Japanese gentleman, who wants to show the kids something from time to time. Grew up in the drift scene, and this car will let you retire mid drift.

[@negativeindustrial]

It’s the equivalent to my 1JZ Soarer for a new generation that are still playing with their HotWheels. Some kid is going to LOVE this thing.

[@johntheaccountant5594]

I cannot think of a better top end coupe than the LC500 for the quality, reliability, looks and price, exclusivity (less sold than a Porsche 911) and of course that V8 sound.

[@rahulsudhir666]

Keep em comin Mr. Sandler!!!! Loved the old MT show, though I wasn't the biggest fan of Lieberman

[@nf1369]

LET’S FUCKING GOOOO. THE BEST CAMMISA MOTORTREND REVIEW HAS NOW ARRIVED. 😍😍

[@Paulodealgumacoisa]

Fact, I live in Japan , I rarely see expensive cars like this in my town , but LC 500s are showing up here and there the last weeks , in comparison , I haven't seen an R35 GTR(also just for the rich here) for months. What a beauty :)

[@jackburtonstwin]

If I could afford the LC500 I would buy one in a heart beat. Wonderful car and you know its just going to keep working without complaint.

[@claytonthomas8013]

Lexus is a dark horse, that as you get older you start to really love and understand! What a beast of a brand and car! #stunning

[@njhgv9192]

0:49 Why are you shaming the Lexus ES? It's one of the most comfortable cars I've been in and it's perfect for my parents since they're not seeking performance but rather comfort at a relatively good price. Not to mention the suspension is phenomenal!

[@HellaRandomVideos]

Jason is one of the best automotive journalist.

[@PaddyMcMe]

I'm a convertible guy, love the open air experience and I live in Australia so we've got the weather for it. S sadly all of mine had been pretty unreliable, Alfas, Saabs, BMWs, etc. I inherited my father's 2004 LS430 back in 2012 after he passed away and kept it in the garage for years. In 2017 I sold my last Alfa Spider Convertible and intending to buy a new convertible I started using the LS430 as my daily stop-gap. I'm still driving the LS430 5 years later. The thing is incredible. Top of the line, no expense spared Lexus 'Statement Cars' are so well considered in every way that you find yourself marvelling at how enveloping and palatial they are. I've been seriously struggling to find a new Convertible that makes sense to me after my experience with an over 15 year old Lexus LS which is pretty embarrassing for most midrange luxury convertibles. However I've settled on the LC500 Convertible but in a couple of years, once the Covid price hike bubble is over and the first 2017 models start to depreciate significantly more I'll pick one up. It'll still be very expensive but it's the kind of car I'd be happy to drive for 10-12 years so the price isn't so unreasonable if I look at it as an investment for that period.

[@stephencavanaugh8377]

You'd be better off with an MX-5.

[@PaddyMcMe]

@@stephencavanaugh8377 I genuinely think the RF Convertible is top 5 among all sports cars in terms of looks but I'm 6f4" and I tried testing driving one. Ever see that Simpson's episode where the really tall guy gets out of the tiny car? Yeah... LC500 meets all my needs and wants, only downside is the price but as I said I'll go Used and I'm happy to drive it for a decade so the price won't be quite so ridiculous.

[@marty1035]

My favorite car of all time. The sound and that shape. Don't care about the drawbacks. There's nothing else like it.

[@gab5535]

7:05 - 7:13, The car's radio was set to "chill" , the car was telling Jason to "chill" and just cruise, amazing video

[@tiankata1]

The Best car journalist Jason Cammisa with another great review of absolutely amazing car! Fantastic design with Great engine sound. I still love the idea of a modern GT car with high revving ,naturally aspirated V8 engine. Let's not forget the Lexus legendary build quality and reliability. Far, Far better than it's European rivals. BRAVO Lexus!

[@DailyDriver.]

I literally had a dream about this car last night. It’s just so damn breathtaking.

[@AnDuKn0Thi5MaN]

The first intelligent review of this car I’ve ever seen…it’s not competing with a C63, an M4, an RS5, or anything with a performance badge, it does what it’s designed to do and it executes it better than anything else on the market (at its price point) :)

[@mikehinson5935]

Just saw one of these at the dry cleaners and was blow away at the appearance!!! It’s definitely beautiful and you explained exactly what it’s intended to be. Great vid!!!

[@radityaindera3442]

Spectacularly presented. I missed these kind of reviews. Hope you keep on creating these awesome content wherever you are.

[@chuckmartin7482]

One of the most beautiful vehicles on the road- inside and out.

[@brentcatlett3667]

I own an LC and you can change radio stations while driving. Not sure what this guy didn’t get.

[@OcalaFla]

With Both the trackpad and the finest tuning knob in any car. I have a '18 in SGM.

[@davepaturno4290]

With some Lexus vehicles, it is much easier to change stations using the steering wheel buttons, not the infotainment screen.

[@mrbigmushroom33]

can you imgaine LC is coming to 5 yrs now lol, the desigin still stands out on the street, you cant miss it. And the NA V8 is the soul of the whole thing!😍

[@Sabundy]

That is one ridiculously good looking car. Absolutely mouth watering...

[@jeoboden]

this car did crazy good numbers on youtube, why not sales? this is one of the best vids of it

[@rightwingsafetysquad9872]

I know this video is a reupload of a 3-4 year old show, but it just made me realize how much of an opportunity Lexus had here to make a proper Vantage competitor. They should have made 2 versions of this car, one exactly how it is, and another to deliver on the sports coupe that everyone thought it was.

[@damilolaakanni]

They planned to do that before Covid happened, but they quickly canceled it.

[@sivang1320]

One of the best reviews and professionally produced video of the Lexus LC 500.

[@scottm1390]

You CAN switch radio stations via the steering wheel controls.

[@Akash-jz2vf]

This was my favorite Ignition episode. Still remember it, hit like right after seeing it again.

[@dpskjajwnen]

i love all the talk of old and vintage and even the hue of the video has some historical air... for a video from a few yers ago

[@mmalik2516]

Ive been looking for this video for so long!

[@donigilobor7721]

You're a good car presenter. It only takes me one video to subscribe. I'm looking forward to watch more of your work...😊 Watching from Philippines.

[@floodo1]

Shame they couldn’t film one in red with that interior, which I feel is in-person one of the best looking cars of all time, from a luxury perspective. It’s interesting to go back and see how this car was taken to be a sports car at launch and therefore something of a failure. Viewed as a luxury GT and as the body has aged I love this car now (-8

[@floodo1]

srsly the door panels and interior door handles are amazing

[@stopato5772]

topnotch editing. Every angle, every movement.

[@Talasas]

I've missed this since it vanished. For me, it's up there in the top 3 best videos you ever made.

[@mikedenman2567]

I don't know how the LFA's price was outrageous when they sell for over twice the amount when new now

[@HoratioHoodoo]

We need every single one of these.

[@richsetzler881]

I have a 2023 LC500. I have never been locked out of using my radio.l while drving.

[@nosferatu756v6]

Wow, Im enjoying these more than a lot of other more modern material. Thanks Jason!

[@TBSWORLD77]

Awesome car, fun to drive and great exhaust note!

[@peterbarnard6396]

This review still lives in my brain. Glad to be able to see it again.

[@Dylanbforthree]

Motortrend and Jason are GOAT's for putting this out

[@khoaphan8490]

Gosh I missed this! I stopped watching MotorTrend as soon as you left, they’re not the same anymore.

[@palefaced1]

I briefly owned an Rcf, and it was a great car overall. I can see why people would like these sporty Lexus cars.

[@shawnhollahan590]

You have one of the best videographer/cinematogrophers I've ever seen... well done.

[@davidrivera2165]

Jason, before he was unleashed from MT. Your work at Hagerty is simply brilliant Jason.

[@yosefm170]

ive been searching after this video forever, this is the video I started to respect you as a reviewer. Everything with this video is perfect, perfect review to a perfect car.

[@jesus36]

keep these coming Adam

[@Quokka1832]

The upload I was waiting for. This was my favorite video on Motor Trend.

[@wsl5585]

Thank you for the review. I had a Porsche 993 and was thinking about returning to the brand with a 992. However, my perspective, on driving, has changed. I'm in cruising mode now. Besides if you spend a few days in the Palm Springs area it is amazing to see the number of SC's.

[@shinobu8649]

The dual personality of the dynamic handling package makes it my favorite vehicle in my stable

[@duychien94]

This channel 's video is insanely well produced

[@louiswilliams4657]

Thank you for that very informative review. Praying that I don’t get one ! I am thinking very hard this could be my last machine.

[@jimcoudriet9781]

I had an LS when I test drove this and like your description, I was underwhelmed as I was expecting 911 performance with Lexus luxury. For that reason I did not buy it, although watching this review and your “what does your brand stand for” is spot on. I appreciate your perspective and had wonderful experiences with the 2 LS’s I’ve had. The latter was blank with the same interior color as your test car.

[@marklivos]

I used to watch ignition long time. Happy you guys are back

[@Flicker455]

Thanks for uploading this. I came back to look at it today, remembering how good it was when it launched. Did not dissapoint. 🙂

[@explanoit]

You can absolutely change the radio station. The steering wheel control just doesn't do it which is annoying.

[@SirPierreSe]

I really hope ypu will upload ALL of your videos here =)

[@fobbitoperator3620]

The latter segment of this review clarifies everything...as only JC can do. Even though the view from the front looks like an 80s Battlestar Galactica Cylon, the rest of the car looks elegantly futuristic, without looking like it's trying too hard. Ooooohhh to be rich...

[@wheatwear]

Great video! If I had $100k for a coupe? This would be it. I would sum it up in one word: reliability. Cheers from the Finger Lakes!

[@OcalaFla]

RTFM! You most certainly CAN change radio channels when moving, either with the track pad or the Best in Any Automobile tuning knob. Yes, I hav a 18 LC.

[@jradish]

Man I remember this video when it came out too. Jason you're the best

[@kid2519]

I miss this episode! It is SO solid. I was trying to rewatch it on Motortrend but it was deleted :(

[@gmain1977]

This car sounds awesome and I like the looks. Great Revlew

[@shoaibliaqat4180]

didn't knew you have a separate channel. glad it was recommended to me

[@SUNRISE-ADVENTURES]

PLEASE do a dive into the original SC? I loved mine..A slow pig off the line, but a 1000 mile cruise was a dream! ROCK ON!!!!

[@dannydonohue2577]

I love the design and refinement and with a V8 whats not to love!! great review!

[@helioscamelo]

3:34 That start!! Does My adrenaline goes up!!!!!!

[@forrysc]

Jason was able to communicate what this car is better in his 11 minute review than I have been able to say in my 9 months of ownership.

[@amirfarahbakhsh2960]

remember the old top gear right? i can't believe i am saying this but your videos are better somehow since you actually review cars and the writing quality is good and consistent in the perfect dose of professional humor.

[@swingawaysmooth]

BTW, you can change the radio station whenever you want if you just figure out how to use the controls. Never been denied a station change. Perhaps early glitch?

[@EfOneAddict]

"All in some shade of regurgitated yam." And this is why I love your reviews.