LEXUS RCF Pros & Cons! | Ultimate Buyers Guide 1 Year Ownership

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What’s up, ya’ll! Hope you’re doing well! I’ve created this video for those of us who may want to own an RCF, who may already own one or that are considering this car in the future!
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@2ZZGE100 Жыл бұрын

My best tip is the one I used. Allocate some extra money and get the lowest mileage and most mint condition RCF you can find. I wanted the TVD/CF as well, but that is personal choice if one wants to fork the extra money. I see majority of RCFs in the used market are either abused or poorly kept with crap aftermarket parts on them. Also, finding maintenance history on most is almost impossible so most of the ones that are in the low 40s or below have some hidden issues. A really good and mint condition 2015 or 2016 should be in the high 40s or around 50k, but it is worth it to find one that is really well taken care of and accident free. Maintenance is expensive on RCF and forking extra money upfront to save on maintenance cost and great ownership is totally with it. I got mine with only 6000 miles with everything OEM almost new and zero problems in 7 years. Cheers

@Mr_Odog Жыл бұрын

Dude, your insights and extra tips/comments are really helpful! I’ve pinned your comment so that all people can see this and use it as a guide! You’re appreciated 🤟🏾!

@2ZZGE100 Жыл бұрын

@@Mr_Odog Thanks man. Keep repping the RCF community. You are doing great. Cheers

@saintlaurent1555 8 ай бұрын

How is maintenance expensive I spent a 1500 my first 2 years on tires and oil changes

@O8Zen 7 ай бұрын

@@saintlaurent1555yeah fairly cheap except for tires and brakes

@2ZZGE100 Жыл бұрын

Another point is, I have won against many turbocharged 6 cylinders and TT V8s. It depends on knowing your opponent and exactly what you are dealing with. Power to weight ratio wins all of the roll races on the highway. If you are in 2nd gear at 50 mph and coming up against a turbo 6 cylinder and V8, I generally know how much they weight and how much power they are making if they are not heavily modded. Generally, most cars are not heavily modded so its end up going well if the power to weight ratio is in my favor. However, there would be many that have a lot of mods and they would be faster as the power to weight favors them heavily even they weight 400 - 500 lbs more than the RCF. Case in point, many races against turbo V8s and i6/V6 could be won if you have an advantage in the power to weight ratio.

@lexusrcf2441 Жыл бұрын

Love it brethren I’m keeping mines. Hey tomorrow is the RR Racing open house event from 11-3 swing thru me and my son will be there with the rcf and isf. Bless up

@Mr_Odog Жыл бұрын

Thank you, bro! Super glad you’re keeping yours! Also, I want meaning to go last week, but it rained. It’s supposed to be abit better tomorrow, but I don’t think i’ll be able to make it because of my blown coilovers 🥲

@lexusrcf2441 Жыл бұрын

@@Mr_Odog yeah man you’re welcome bro and oh ok np we’ll link up some other time. Bless up brethren

@mrblackbond 9 ай бұрын

Also, i agree with the rareness of this car! I’ve been in my RC350 for a year now and I’m desperate to have an RC-F. I never thought I’d love having a Lexus but i really do now and wish i had more power.. so RC-F will likely be next. It’s completely livable! Great visibility, nice luxury interior (i don’t like the infotainment though - no CarPlay for the 2015-2017 models which sucks).

@Mr_Odog 9 ай бұрын

Yes, the RCF is great! I personally don’t mind the infotainment system because it’s so straight forward and easy to navigate. I actually prefer having buttons 😂

@dvaritek434 7 ай бұрын

Looks real clean bro. Glad mah brothas catching on theres more out there than scats and hellcats.

@Mr_Odog 7 ай бұрын

Thank you bro and yea, you won’t ever see me owning any of those, respectfully lol 😅

@xxApparitorxx 7 ай бұрын

I had a 3015 RC-F with the TVD and Carbon fiber package. I ended up getting rid of it because of the transmission. It's a great car but the transmission really sets it back. If it had the 10 speed from the LC, it would be an entirely different vehicle.

@Mr_Odog 7 ай бұрын

I don’t really feel the impact with the trans. Perhaps i’d need to drive a car with a better trans, then i’ll be able to tell the difference

@dmite1254 11 ай бұрын

Stop using mobile 1, use ester based oil. You have a flat tappet cam car and GF6 grade oil was not tested with engines like yours. Redline, VR1, Joe Gibbs, amsoil signature series, and royal purple (high end series). Stop using mobile 1, use ester based oil. Making power with that car ain’t hard. Go get a tune by “Tuned by LOI”, it’s better to turbo the car. The valley plate is not every car.. it depends on if you changed your coolant frequently. Pink coolant is advised to be changed every 150k which is not right. Change it earlier, and the red coolant was advised every 30kmiles. My guess is change your coolant more. You need a camber kit in the rear. Figs engineering has bushings available as well. Ceika coil overs should do better. Nice car bro just get the suspension work, and change your fluids. (Edit: Pink coolant is 100k miles)

@Mr_Odog 11 ай бұрын

Interesting! I’ve read forums of people that changed their Coolant, but the Valley Plate still happened. Most F owners i’ve met/encountered has had a Valley plate leak, but some have not (those was super low miles). Also, I actually switched over to Pennzoil! That Mobile 1 container was empty. And making power isn’t hard, but it can be expensive and jeopardize the reliability of the overall car. A friend of mine that’s supercharged is on his second motor. He also had everything professionally installed. The most power you’d make on F cars when Naturally aspirated is about 470whp, maybe slightly more depending on your tune. Also, new suspension parts will be installed shortly! Thanks so much for your insight, dude! You rock!

@PResmejor Жыл бұрын

Loving the video broski! Will you make a video on what your favorite mod on the car is ? And you going to the RR open house ?

@Mr_Odog 11 ай бұрын

Thank you bro! And Most likely, bro! Also, I don’t think i’ll be able to make it to the RR open house due to my blown suspension, bro 😭. I was really planning on going

@Skullnbones212 3 ай бұрын

I’m about to pull the trigger on a 107k 2017 as my daily the mileage is killing me but it’s the only closest to me at the moment, I plan to obviously buy a low mileage car later on down the line but for the price and immaculate service/maintenance history this really is the one, I hear at 100k and over they maintain health up until 300k

@Mr_Odog 3 ай бұрын

@@Skullnbones212 Mileage is perfect. If it was a German Vehicle, i’d say to reconsider, but for a Lexus Vehicle, that Mileage is just perfect, bro

@manuelpiston 11 ай бұрын

To answer the kid it can pull 1.3 Gs on a turn maybe a little more with your mods if you didn't cheap out on tires and suspension. Probably 1 under breaking. Maybe 0.6 under acceleration they are pretty slow.

@Mr_Odog 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, bro! I was trying to explain that, but I wanted to give a visual, but lil dude wasn’t my kid so I maintained appropriate boundaries, but next time I see him, i’ll explain what you said to him. Thank you, bro!

@TechnicallyJustin 4 ай бұрын

I'm 5'8. I fit pretty well in the back seat of my buddy's 2015 RCF. I was so shocked, considering my 2019 Camaro had back seats which were basically impossible

@Mr_Odog 4 ай бұрын

Wow! I guess they considered actually people for the back seat 😂. A functional backseat in a coupe is definitely a win bro

@Twopointslow 4 ай бұрын

I’m trynna buy an rcf and this just looks and sounds amazing!

@Mr_Odog 4 ай бұрын

You’re going to get an RCF bro! Also, thank you, bro! I regret nothing about this car so far

@Twopointslow 4 ай бұрын

@@Mr_Odog Ayyee thank you I appreciate that a lot.

@admireinspire 6 ай бұрын

I got my Sti to 760 wheel and I wish I could just trade someone straight up for an rc. The rc is worth more but I've spent so much money to get here😭. Now that I'm mid 30s I'd just rather the luxury and smooth ride and these also sound/look incredible. Sick car sir🫡

@Mr_Odog 6 ай бұрын

Oh wow! 760 Wheel is no joke, bro! That’s awesome! Compared with the RC’s 474HP, you may feel abit underwhelmed, just saying lol, but the sound and the smooth ride paired with its glorious lines and ridges is honestly impeccable and could be possibly worth it 🤟🏾

@XKittyKat72789X 2 ай бұрын

You in ny?

@bennyrector1846 3 ай бұрын

Looking to get a rc but it’s going to have to be a rc350 no f you gave me a lot of information thank you

@Mr_Odog 3 ай бұрын

@@bennyrector1846 Ayee! RC350s are also super dope bro! I’m also super glad I can help!

@nickt3923 9 ай бұрын

I have a black 2015 RC F with 140k KM ... absolutely zero issues !

@Mr_Odog 9 ай бұрын

oh wow! That is really dope!

@_kashytwin_5275 20 күн бұрын

Dmn so a rcf is great over 100k miles

@Fbyota 11 ай бұрын

Fire vid brother 🔥 pros def outweigh the cons 🙏🏼

@Mr_Odog 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, bro! You’re appreciated!

@Brysen1 7 сағат бұрын

I love how we in the car community are so desensitized to HP that we consider 500hp mid😭

@BoricuaFlavored 5 ай бұрын

I've been seriously considering getting one. Just can't decide which year to get but now that i know about the coolant issue, i wonder how prevalent it is between year models.

@Mr_Odog 5 ай бұрын

I’m not too sure if it’s prevalent between any year. I have heard that consistently using the Red coolant (non 50/50) can prevent it though.

@emilrycombel998 5 ай бұрын

I like your mirror caps, can you tell from where did you get them ? Additionally did you notice additional noise at high speeds with them ?

@Mr_Odog 5 ай бұрын

Thanks, bro! I got them from ebay. They’re called RCF M Style mirror caps

@mrblackbond 9 ай бұрын

Great video! I drive a ‘15 RC350 F sport awd. I have A solution for your phone placement. I have a magnetic mount that’s mounted just above the passenger heated seats buttons. It’s down low and very convenient. I can email you pictures if you’re interested in what i used and where i placed it.

@Mr_Odog 9 ай бұрын

Oh shoot! Dude! That would be super helpful! If you have instagram, feel free to send me the pictures there! Thanks for the idea, bro!

@mrblackbond 9 ай бұрын

@@Mr_Odog what’s your IG?

@jleaninn4575 8 ай бұрын

Got mine after having a 350 for a year for the same reason of power 😂 but F also looks better too. Keep working hard man u got it 🙏🏼

@traderduke1880 10 ай бұрын

That was a great summary. Thx. I’m sold to get one. Sometimes after the new year. You e hit on all The points that appeal to me. 🙏💪

@Mr_Odog 10 ай бұрын

That’s great! I’m glad I could help! 🙏🏾🤟🏾

@chasingflavors9191 3 ай бұрын

I just ordered a 2024 carbon fiber spec I just hate owning cars everybody has and this is a collectors car already with the v8 going away!

@Mr_Odog 2 ай бұрын

You and I alike! It’s like going to school on the first day and everyone has the same sneaker and “essential” shirt on lol. Where’s the individuality at lol

@ryentube2803 Ай бұрын

I was able to find a 2015 with around 85k miles for 35k thinking about getting it sometime next month if the seller is willing to work with me

@EddieGS350 Жыл бұрын

Damn bro did you get a new camera? Looks good!!

@Mr_Odog Жыл бұрын

Thank you, bro! And nope, same camera, I just made sure the lenses was clean 😂

@a-palmtv9572 10 ай бұрын

I know of a rcf that makes 510 hp with just long tube header exhaust and tune so you saying it's hard for these cars to make 500 is cap.

@Mr_Odog 10 ай бұрын

I said 500WHP. 510hp on these cars is possible, but I don’t know of any RCF that has made 500whp being naturally aspirated. I’m for sure over 500hp currently.

@a-palmtv9572 10 ай бұрын

@Mr_Odog that's what i meant. It's making 510 WHP. When they say a car makes x hp they always mean wheel horsepower and because you lose power at the wheel, your crank hp will always be more than your whp

@Illair_V 9 ай бұрын

Never had the valley plate issue on y 12’ ISF it’s an issue but not on every single motor.

@Mr_Odog 9 ай бұрын

That’s actually interesting! What type of coolant do you use? And i’ve heard of a few motors like yours that seem to be perfectly fine!

@spiritedPILOT 5 ай бұрын

Bro that rcf looks fucken sick!!! 🔥 🔥

@Mr_Odog 5 ай бұрын

Thank you, bro!

@BayAreaMike99 11 ай бұрын

1:37 I really thought you were gonna say three something but 467?!?!?😮😮😮 that’s enough right there

@Mr_Odog 11 ай бұрын

Most certainly enough!

@ronniepickering2335 8 ай бұрын

Nice car bro dream car for me over here in the Uk seriously overlooked

@Mr_Odog 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, bro! They’re such beautiful and underrated cars!

@DoctorGaga87 11 ай бұрын

I’ve only seen two other RCF’s in my life

@Mr_Odog 11 ай бұрын

Pretty Rare cars 😅. I’ve seen more Lamborghini’s than RCFs in my life.

@SmokieTRW Жыл бұрын

It’s true I seen like 4 in my lifetime

@Mr_Odog 11 ай бұрын

Wow! That’s pretty good! I’ve only seen 2 in my lifetime before I bought mine, lol!

@kiy647 6 ай бұрын

@@Mr_Odogseen 1 in my life, live in Vancouver Canada.

@jamesdai6437 11 ай бұрын

Rcf & gsf here. You’ve prob seen the red gsf on conduit blvd haha😂

@Mr_Odog 11 ай бұрын

I might have, bro! Wait, I think so! That was you? 🔥

@jamesdai6437 11 ай бұрын

you'll see both at the fall cruise@@Mr_Odog

@rogermoore2365 9 ай бұрын

Nice ride. I'm looking for one

@Mr_Odog 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! Good luck on your search!

@jamiele296 9 ай бұрын

link to mirrors bro i cant find on ebay

@Mr_Odog 9 ай бұрын

M STYLE CARBON FIBER MIRROR COVER CAP FOR 13-20 LEXUS GS GSF ES RC RCF LS IS (This is what you should copy and paste into ebay). Just be aware that they’re not true Carbon Fiber, just a mimic

@RxngerRxptor 5 ай бұрын

I'm not a fan of the newer ones is it just me?

@Mr_Odog 5 ай бұрын

Same here, but when modded right, they look fire 🔥🔥

@RxngerRxptor 5 ай бұрын

@@Mr_Odog you are lucky you can put your plate infront i put mine on my dash

@Mr_Odog 5 ай бұрын

@@RxngerRxptor I was thinking of putting mine on my dash lol. I like a plain front look better

@RxngerRxptor 5 ай бұрын

@@Mr_Odog if i do that in my country cops wil stop you but i don't really give a shit i don't have a front plate holder

@Mr_Odog 5 ай бұрын

@@RxngerRxptor Yea some petty cops will stop you here too, but I figured out a way to make it work, but I don’t want it to work anymore 😂. I’d rather a clean front look