WTF Happened to the Lexus RC-F?

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The Lexus RCF in my opinion is one of the best cars on the market when it comes to sports sedans, but it falls victims to many things out of its control. However this Lexus RCF might help the case for this as a viable platform for modification - especially when it takes only 6 pounds of boost to make 600WHP with a supercharger! So let's talk about The RCF and why you should give it a little bit more attention.
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[@ndk2k4]

I hear "sedan" but I see a coupe

[@OdyTypeR]

But at least he didn't call _this_ made-in-Japan-for-the-US-Market vehicle a "JDM" car. I think that counts as progress 😉👍

[@questionabletaste2700]

​​@@OdyTypeRit wasn't made only for the US. It was sold all over the world..not with a lot of success tho

[@OdyTypeR]

@@questionabletaste2700 Oh, I realize the RC was a "world car". But _this_ one is USDM. To be clear: the ones sold _in_ Japan, with RHD, they _ARE_ "JDM cars".

[@defnotteek]

Most people would define a coupe as being a two-door vehicle while a sedan is a four-door. That's actually not the case, since coupes can have four doors and sedans can have two doors. The real difference lies in size.Sep 15, 2022

[@tyaj694]

He probably gets it mixed up with the gsf

[@thathemiguy]

Always thought this car was cool but the price point to performance never made sense to me.

[@gusgarcia4131]

Facts man! It’s definitely a badass car but for the price point you can get a way better vehicle. But if you want a vehicle that’s gonna hold its value while you put miles on it it’s one of the ones that will.

[@v8_sami]

Every other vehicle that you have as its competitor will out perform it but you buy this you don’t have to worry about it breaking down and this will hold its value more than its competitors.

[@sesh3508]

You pay for the longevity. I know multiple examples of this engine with over 500k miles whereas the competition struggle to go half that before they end up in the junkyard

[@gavinr9107]

It is more so the visceral sensation of the NA V8 and the luxury aspect of the RCF that people buy into and it is marketed as such. You want a pure performance coupe you purchase a Supra. There are luxury vehicles and segments that are more expensive but less powerful than other cheaper models - I don't quite understand how that can't make sense to you?

[@thathemiguy]

@gavinr9107 what are you even saying? Make what you said make sense.

[@BWItoATXF]

Love my RC F, it’s my functional daily driver. It caters to a certain demographic. Like I’ve heard someone say years ago, “you don’t buy a RC F because it’s the best in its class, you buy it simply because you want to.” That really sums it up.

[@TheJMedia]

My man speaking the truth!

[@gaara4667]

That quote can be said for every car in existence 🤔

[@johnleto475]

I love my 2015, will keep it forever.

[@T5_T-Rell]

@@gaara4667 It can but the difference is most people when buying performance cars always go for the top tier best cars in the class or the car that’s the best bang for buck

[@allenzillmer1917]

amen to that

[@xironmansdaddyx3653]

I never used to understand why anyone would choose a Lexus F car over some of the faster and arguably more capable competition until I got tired of CONSTANTLY fixing the other, faster brands. The build quality on these cars is why you buy them. It's second to none. Literally.

[@TheBasher-_-]

And the interior. I mean BMW and Mercedes took a dive but the Lexus is really nice inside.

[@joshuav1088]

@@TheBasher-_-you are missing a lot of technology from the Germans Toyota just rinse and repeats technology Germans are ahead in tech

[@allenzillmer1917]

Speaker of facts!

[@yeetimusputimus1985]

My dad bought an 2015 es350 and its quality is great and the interior is up there with most newer cars today.

[@greenesthue1545]

The RCF and LC500 are definitely two of my favorite cars. I'd take either of those over any Mercedes, BMW, or Audi.

[@supremancy]

Like if for the pure fact that you don't see it in the road. Can't stand to be a part of the crowd. EVERYBODY has a BMW, Audi, or Mercedes. When I pull up in the F. Everybody is confused like wtf is that?! 😂

[@questionabletaste2700]

​@@supremancybuy a Peugeot 😂

[@allenzillmer1917]

@@supremancy yes!

[@CyFi6]

I hate that these are in the hooning price range pretty soon. This car was always slept on because of its price tag. Every lexus goes through this cycle. Nobody wants to buy them new but eveyone wants to buy them used.

[@nunuonroad9969]

Even buying this used is gonna be a stretch, used regular RCs are still going 30-40k. Its a value holding brand so can’t complain

[@smallqwaro]

It's because they're mostly overpriced when new.

[@reshiram_theking9826]

This car was just submitted to Drew Peacock’s subscriber build battle. I recognize that ductwork. Nice to see it running and a great review as always.

[@crueistixn5938]

i new i recognized it from somewhere as soon as i saw the supercharger kit

[@Tanner-Distad]

Sedan ? Lol but it’s a 2 door coupe lol

[@avery_zx]

Had to rewind that part 3 times 🤣

[@dayummimflyy]

Dead asssss I didn’t even catch it! He said it twice!

[@nunnbetter66]

@@avery_zxsame here

[@flyingphoenix113]

Historically, a sedan was a car that could be ordered in 2, 4, or 5 door configurations (the Chevy Corvair, Ford Falcon, Chevy II, Ford Cortina, etc. are all historic examples). We only think of sedans as being exclusively 4-doors because that's how most sedans today are sold. But, this is basically a 2-door GS (with some notable trickery to shorten the frame), so I don't think it's unreasonable to call it a 2-door sedan. Though, coupe is marginally more accurate since this car isn't technically sold in a 4-door variant (again, unless you count the GSF).

[@Alex0992]

​@@flyingphoenix113 The RCF is not a sedan.

[@NOLAItsNotOva]

New, a lot of people found them too expensive. Used, theyre a great buy! Got mine with 88k miles a little over a year ago and I'm now at 131k with zero issues. Fun daily, very practical for a coupe, and gets attention everywhere I go.

[@Toyota4Life]

Not a FLOP would say they just fly under the radar. This is the same thing they said about the LFA and everybody ate their words. In a couple of years when these hit a certain bottom low price point you’re gonna start seeing them everywhere. People are gonna start scooping them up especially the younger generation. This car has everything that German competition has plus reliability. You can beat the living shit out of it and just have to change the oil that’s the beauty about these high-performance F cars. The only problem with the F brand is that they don’t stay competitive they make what they make and they leave it at that. This is kind of a Japanese thing look how long the Nissan GTR ran mostly unchanged. The RCF is sick. it has it either a Love it or hate it design kind of like the new BMWs with their big grill. Either you like it or you don’t. But a RCF done nicely is hard to beat look wise.

[@chickenpasta7359]

Let people keep thinking its a flop. Just makes it easier for us potential buyers

[@mcld4214]

Nah Germans have more performance out the box Lexus u have to add more money to match the Germans

[@Toyota4Life]

@@mcld4214 your comparing old cars to new cars guy. There is not any new F cars so of course the new German cars gonna have more performance their brand new. We have to wait for the new lexus F cars that will be turbo out the box.

[@Marbind]

You said the magic word The problem is the price.

[@Toyota4Life]

@@Marbind it’s a high-performance luxury car. It was never going to be cheap.

[@vb7037]

These are cars for people that value driving experience over numbers and don't change cars every 3 years. New it doesn't make sense to me but I think the ISF/RCF/GSF are the best used performance sedans/coupes that you can buy as a daily.

[@brandon_buildsDIY]

If they made a manual version. I would have gotten one.

[@2003.K]

Idec that 2ur-GSE sounds like pure euphoria and imo it peaked with the Lexus IS-F.

[@akazi1582]

isf owner here and i can confirm its just so good

[@tannerh2297]

Lc500 is the Pinnacle I want one so bad

[@sesh3508]

@@akazi1582E46 profile pic, owns an ISF too… I’ve always wanted both in my garage

[@2003.K]

@@akazi1582 I can believe it I own a Is250 so you can imagine how much I want a ISF I love my little 2.5 to death but man it's just doesn't even come close to the F then again I'm just a sucker for the 2is lineup as it is haha

[@Token_Black_Guy]

​@@2003.KI'm getting one two I love the looks

[@blu_is500]

I live for your Lexus V8 reviews. 😂 Most of the time there’s this element of surprise on your face that’s kind of funny. Another great vid, thanks for posting!

[@2URLex]

There’s so much to talk about for these. The Rotrex unit is so smooth and it never loses that Lexus feel. This one is very well done and I hope to get to that level at some point. Yamaha being involved makes this sound therapeutic. Great video.

[@gimoyjoseph6584]

What people dont understand toyota/lexus dont compete with anybody they study simplicity and reliability

[@gavinr9107]

That sums up 90% of the people commenting on this video. It makes my brain hurt - as an enthusiast I would have thought people would understand the market segment and target audience of the RCF.

[@gimoyjoseph6584]

@@gavinr9107 in the end the resale value of the rcf gonna be better then any bmw or audi and benz

[@Yaboybash]

@@gimoyjoseph6584nope.

[@amgvlogs5087]

I don't understand dual purpose vehicles, that's just me. Buy different vehicles for different needs. I drive a 05 CL-65 AMG and an 03 gx-470 for context. I'd happily purchase a manual gt-350 over this and get some used reliable Lexus SUV as a second car.

[@Skyline3321]

@@amgvlogs5087 You don't understand it because you're lucky enough to be able to afford multiple vehicles. Not everyone can.

[@Svtcobra60]

As a previous owner of a 2017 RCF, I fully support and understand why it disappeared and isn't talked about. It's got the "different" factor going for it and a great exhaust note after adding a catback, but other than that...kind of hard to sell. The primary customer for a car like this would be a mature person who wants an attractive car that flies under the radar but has a a bit more power than the average car. It was very underwhelming to drive. I have a 2023 m240x drive currently and it absolutely destroys the RCF in every single measurement other than exhaust note and having a reliable lexus name behind it.

[@PhuckYoutube-dw7su]

😂 those m240's are 🗑 you have a "brand new" car under 25k miles. You won't have that car 5 years from now. This I can put $ on because it's true. The lexus will run 300k miles 20 years from now and you'll be onto the next fad. Enjoy ✌️

[@Svtcobra60]

@@PhuckKZbin-dw7su lol. k.

[@jays.3702]

@@PhuckKZbin-dw7su he cant hear you he's miles down the road in his m240 while ur yappin in the slow lane with ur imaginary car bozo

[@davidwade7681]

Ya they aren't fast enough and too expensive to MOD exactly I got rid of mine

[@davidwade7681]

Same reason I got rid of mine too slow

[@Ithurtswhenipee89]

Just had my 15 gs350 totaled. I know it’s not this but I’ll miss that car so much. The confidence you get these cars is amazing.

[@Coyote9smilespergallon]

My neighbor has one same color even, and I love hearing it fire up, my Whippled 22GT starts kinda loud in quite not bad but that Lexus has a nice rumble too

[@Michael-H23]

I think the price is what pushed ppl away to other brands.

[@TheJMedia]

Makes me happy that you finally made another rcf review! Such a great high revving NA v8! They dont make cars like these anymore these days. Most companies go with turbos or superchargers

[@lancegallant3647]

No doubt 100% correct love my b7 rs4 manual of course wouldn't sell it for anything.

[@inutil6117]

I love these things, especially the Track editions! My neighbor down the street has a regular white one and I love hearing it hum past.

[@anthonymaldonado8018]

Been looking at the Track Editions lately, a few used ones around but a good number of brand new ones are also available. I think if you just look at the car and what you get for the price, it's an easier pill to swallow. Carbon fiber hood, roof, wing, lip kit, carbon ceramic brakes, etc. For 100k, than I can say it's a good buy.

[@kgrimm5576]

I love the multi use under-the-radar Lexus sport luxury cars, the reason of the chilled out SC with lil boost is probably because most of these engines are already running a high comp 11.8:1 inc my 2IS350 (V6), cool vid!

[@adnank407]

Wowwww that’s my boy Frankie’s RCF One of the most beautiful build ever seen 😍🤍

[@relyTmI]

What’s his ig?

[@r0b3rt_959]

Interesting point you mentioned about the LC500 having a lot of competition on its class. And it's still cheaper than pretty much all of its competition. A fully loaded LC500 coupe costs around $110,000 MSRP. A base 911 Carrera *without options* goes for $115,000. And now that you mention Aston Martin, the Lexus is probably less than half the price of any Aston currently on sale.

[@stevenskoog]

I’ve always loved the RC-F but they just seem expensive vs other cars you can get for less

[@Sharinggan91]

That’s fine. Let it be a non regular traffic, underrated car that you don’t see every day (Ms, dodges, mustangs, camaros etc)

[@prettyvacant09]

This is one of my fav cars you have reviewed

[@MaddNomad1015]

RCF reminds me of a modern version of the A80 Supra. Where it stands in the marketplace, and how people praise it but won’t buy it. Lol

[@geraldsanon3493]

“…Sports Sedan…” lmao😂

[@fullmetalf4i]

Assetto corsa competizione introduced me to the rc-f and I've been in love with it ever since.

[@kentbeitel9966]

It looks and sound amazing 👌🔥 absolutely love it

[@chickenpasta7359]

I've been wanting this car for years. Yes, there's easily better options, but its such a refined piece of art

[@RexxLifeJah]

I just love lexus/toyota man, I was honestly thinking of buying a bmw just for the experience but lexus/toyota will always have my heart

[@Pamsophydee]

The car not being talked about as much makes me like it even more

[@TGunner23]

I can’t stand red interiors but appreciate the build! Thanks for the video. Not a bad sounding v8

[@marcuslindsay713]

I would love to see a youtuber speak about the culture of the cars they review, from Italian to German, each of the legacy makers from these countries have a reason they focus on different aspects of what they believe is a complete car. This has way more depth than the typical Western 0-60 and 1/4 mile time. JDM has so much more depth then you touched on my man, good review none the less.

[@bradenmchenry995]

Problem was it was too heavy, too expensive, bad transmission and too slow to compete with the m4

[@gavinr9107]

And who said it was designed to compete with the M4? The transmission must be 'bad' in the M4 too as they both have very similar shift speeds.

[@SirCherbs]

RC F may have been heavy compared to last gen M4 but current gen M3 and M4 are close in weight or heavier than 2024 RC F lol

[@carboydorifutoparty3976]

​@@SirCherbs they got heavier but are backed up by the fact that bmw gave them more power,a awd option,and a manual that made people look over the weight increase to a degree.

[@SirCherbs]

@@carboydorifutoparty3976 totally understand your point. I’m just saying people call the RC F heavy but it really isn’t that heavy anymore.

[@carboydorifutoparty3976]

@@SirCherbs fair, wish they'd atleast bump the cars power up(while still being n/a) to atleast 500hp. I will never understand why people are against that when people literally do that all the time and say "it's reliable even with fbo" so I don't see how it's impossible for lexus to do it tuners do it.

[@Stuckinthepast_]

Man I’m saving for some sort of f sport car with a 5.0 and the rcf is on top of the list too bad they hold value like crazy and now u made this video furthering the fact that this car is cool as hell

[@the.ghost.behind.u]

Its a coupe, not a sedan. 2 doors david

[@904Saleen]

I’ve always been interested in this gen Lexus RC and IS. Debated one of these as a replacement to my G37 daily but didn’t know if these were actually tunable. Really sweet setup on this rig

[@chrisdeguzman7795]

I rarely drive my RC F, but when i do drive it. Tons of compliments…🔥🔥🔥

[@eyeroll5060]

I saw one identical at the gas station b4. The video doesnt do it justice. Its an absolutely beautiful car

[@klowe007]

I have 2019 RCF...one of only a couple in my area. Breaking necks damn near everyday because no one knows what it is and there's not one on every block. Not the fastest V8 but the but probably the most reliable V8 on the planet, and it can take some punishment. The 2UR-GSE has been around forever and Toyota/Lexus keeps refining it. The ISF, GSF, RCF and IS500 mate it to an 8-speed auto transmission, while the LC500 uses a 10-speed auto trans.

[@IraqVet0608]

The lc500 is one of the prettiest cars on the market today

[@ThechronocrosserII]

I was looking to upgrade from an 86 and looking at an RCF but, its a bit expensive and no manual option soooo....i sad

[@akumadiavolo]

Why does no one talk about it? Simple. Price. It's expensive and actually holds it's value. For the same age and mileage a BMW will be 25K and the Lexus is 60K.

[@superfrank6949]

I bought myself one it’s just all around different 🤷🏽‍♂️and best of all very reliable

[@Trading-Freedom11]

Got the same supercharger on my camaro ss , barely hear is boosted . The cam def hides the sound even more but it pulls hard for such a small supercharger

[@gravelunit]

I'm with you, the mouse pad is what keeps me from buying a newer Lexus

[@13THPR0PH37]

I don't know what you're talking about. This car is always on my radar and it has my attention at all times. I love it and I want one at some point and I also want the LC 500 I have an isfj and it's a dream

[@TheBasher-_-]

This and the Q60 are the sexxiest coups out there

[@mcld4214]

That’s my problem with Toyota/lexus they just need to turn the performance up a notch and they’ll blow the competition out of the water but conservativeness is their motto

[@carboydorifutoparty3976]

Not really. The moment they do that,is the moment they turn up the price in the process that kills people's interest to buy them vs cars with similar performance and etc that are cheaper and can outperform is the issue they always run into.

[@Constabruity]

Ehhh. Having driven an IS500 (same engine as RCF) around town, it will put the gap on just about anything around, and get 25mpg cruising at 80. It’s understandable to compare Lexus to other luxperformance brands but they almost don’t build cars to compete with the likes of Benz and BMW. They know their customer base and are willing to sacrifice some sales to stay true to the brand.

[@natthaphonnoble2407]

Actually the newer RCF’s actually have a touch screen and I personally find the new screen placement a-lot more aesthetically pleasing as well. Because it’s touchscreen they have brought the screen up and forward so it’s a-lot easier to reach and use, also is more attractive and engaging but not to much. I personally really love it over the deeply placed kinda hidden knob controlled design in previous years.

[@superautobuzz]

Crazy i was just about to buy one of these, long story short decided to go with a mustang s550 bullitt. Interesting on the coincidence of a video coming out right now lol

[@DahMexico]

Worth reviewing a GSF honestly. Not the fastest in its segment, honestly F cars just have an old school character to them that you don’t find much anymore. It’s such a niche performance brand that has a great community behind it & it’s fun going to meets seeing maybe 1-2 GSFs max compared to 30+ M & AMGs. If you care about speed or 0-60 times would rather get used German with more performance that just need a downpipe & a tune lol

[@georgekramer7840]

Man that just sounds soo good

[@paintballfntk]

Someone please explain the dent in the intake at 3:57.. is this a kit or has someone not heard of adapters?

[@robertpeck7142]

I own a 2015 and love it for it’s reliably and its engine but it is heavy which doesn’t let it handle so well. But a great touring car non the less.I have a jag ZKE an Austin Healey 3000 and they handled well but Iam in my 70”s and this works fine for me. I a going to get a new exhaust, any suggestions

[@olegfedorov9171]

These cars are slept on

[@greebuh]

Those wheels look sick af.

[@PhuckYoutube-dw7su]

2010 IS F owner here. 132k miles. Paid 23,500 5 years ago (in june). Easily a no brainer purchase. The only other F id buy is the GS F. That is the sexiest car lexus has made. EVER. Theyre also the rarest. Although id buy another F product, im aiming for that used 911 once APR drop.

[@pHixiq]

Idk man the new IS line looks Mf spectacular to me 😂

[@Vakushka]

Similar situation I had a 2011 ISF and knew when I returned to Lexus it would be in a GSF and ended up getting a 16.

[@cmanxz]

holy shit yo got a STEAL on that thing. 23k for I'm assuming less miles. you could quite literally sell it for as much as you paid right now. Awesome choice my man. I decided to make a less smart financial decision (c6 vette).

[@Rigel6747]

I believe the main complaint for this thing was its weight cause it's like an M4 with an elephant on top, I'm surprised you didn't mention it a single time

[@djardy07]

Reliable performance at its best #LexusF love my FBO tuned ISF

[@Squall1800]

It was never offered in a tradiational manual transmission speed and the pirce point was kinda expensive.

[@gavinr9107]

If you perceive the model in that manner, you don't understand the target market and audience of the RCF.

[@mr.e-kh9bq]

I’m happy with my ‘12 isf. They got is right the first time.

[@Tig-Wan]

Why do you call it a sedan? It’s not. It’s a coupe. The altima driver got you messed up in the brain cells 😂

[@100BeastMike]

All of the F cars are underrated

[@Athoroughgamer]

The Legendary Chair returns...also G.Burrus (if im remembering right) is awesome

[@hdhfdhddhdk]

Since i can only find a handful in my province. I'd say those who buy these keep them.

[@jadenlewis3071]

taking this over a mustang any day lol

[@icenine135]

I'll take them both. I agree with the guy, just two different motors. I have a Volvo V8 and it sounds and drives amazing.

[@ortizjose7806]

Idk i own one myself and 3gen coyote are really good and they got a big performance aftermarket suport

[@chabweezy9905]

Coyote shits all over this

[@SimanSlivar]

Cost is too high for what your getting... its just the knock off LC...

[@camverticalco]

cant be a knock off if it came before the LC500 and the RCF is lighter

[@DanielLopez-pu4hx]

As soon as this video popped up in my feed my first thought was that it needs to be boosted.

[@daveeyrich7524]

I’ve driven a couple of these and it felt like an SS Camaro without the 1LE Magride. Harsh ride and kind of crashed over sharp bumps. Interior is gorgeous, sounds awesome ride not as good as my 1 LE or M2.

[@darknight160]

Great un common v8 japanese muscle car. Throw an RRacing super charger plus exhuast and call it a day.

[@zero01grimreaper]

Because it was expensive

[@A_guan]

I want to get one of these eventually. It's either this, W204 C63, M340i, G80 M3/M4 or the ISF or GSF. I'm leaning towards the lexus options for ownership costs alone. Thoughts anyone?

[@lancegallant3647]

This is awsome hope u get it way nicer than a mustange get frank to sell her to ya ! Audi b7 rs4 owner here nice whip

[@38tech]

Atleast you don't have to do the rod bearings as a maintenance item. Haha

[@lancegallant3647]

bmw wooooooooooooooo

[@tehtehkhantengames8580]

Its nice but its about 6-9k overpriced. Then you have the tax on parts and tuning. For that amount of money I would rather just get into a c6 z06. I wouldnt say it was forgotten, it just priced itself out of popularity.

[@RichieRich12391]

Something about Lexus and boost. Very smooth can’t even tell the car is making power at all

[@philipwilliams3427]

The RC was the SC400 of its time, while being underwhelming. That's why Tom's did a ecu tuning to help its shifting and laggy throttle response. It didn't get the love and recognition it deserved, for those problems and pricing.

[@user-lj6hm4vp7r]

I had the decision to make Lexus RCF or BMW M in my decision making was price, speed, reliability 😢. BMW is fast as hell made for performance, but repair costs without knowing how to work on myself or have a friend who is BMW mechanic. I iive in LA and BMW are a dime a dozen. I choose the RCF not as fast, but with a custom exhaust, coilover suspension no supercharger yet. We can't tune our cars In California ( won't pass smog check). I beat the hell out of my RCF, but I also keep up my maintenance on point, synthetic oil change every three thousand miles, fluid monitored, inspect my brakes and tires regularly that's about it. No engine problems no electrical, no, oil leaks no compression problems, no rattling, smoking. It's just runs hard run fast and it's my daily and track car. I am good. Can a BMW do the same for me I really don't think so.

[@jesseseymour4011]

I love that car. I'm going to have one, or an IS500, one of these days.

[@vilebastage]

It's the price. The price puts it in the realm of some pretty awesome cars... many of which give you better performance and *subjectively* better interiors. 10 to 15K less, and this car is a no brainer.

[@jesusortiz3308]

I had a Lexus is250 that I bought at 19 years old off my parents for $4k put another $3k of aftermath parts to make it look better honestly out of all the cars and trucks I had the Lexus was one of my best car reliable vehicle

[@samuelhoward8504]

Nothing happened, it just didn’t get the publicity it deserved. Lexus racing has been dominating imsa gt3 racing. Handing out whooping to the c8.r and the Porsche rsr. And everyone else. THEY WON THE WHOLE CHAMPIONSHIP IN 2023!!!!!

[@baoquoc3710]

imsa? A knockoff WEC? Cool.

[@simonmillar9161]

always loved these cars they sound amazing and look just as good

[@YellowLightNinja]

i honestly wish that this car was the underpinning for the new supra instead of the Z4. It would be in line with the Q60 being the luxury Z, the CT4 being the luxury Camaro, and even in line with the old Supra as the SC and Supra were the same platform.

[@rexthewolf3149]

Supra handles better than this.

[@ARentz07]

@@rexthewolf3149 Right, but the RC is more like the older Supras than the new Supra is. The new Supra is a small two-seat sports coupe, whereas the old one is a four-seat grand tourer.

[@zaphanybanks]

As an RCF owner I saw this vid and came quick

[@mg_streetkandi]

It's a nice car..idk why a lot of ppl don't consider it..For me it doesn't win because, it doesn't come in a Manual. I would "Definitely" miss shifting gears..But that's just me..🤷🏽..Other than that it's a GREAT car.

[@lprince96]

I still got a soft spot for the RCF. If not American muscle, then this is the closest to what you get, but in Japanese form. Also, have you heard about the S650 Shelby Super Snake by Shelby American?

[@rubenlarios9577]

Have the ECU’s on these cars been unlocked? How come you don’t see any of them with super chargers or turbos?

[@carboydorifutoparty3976]

They've been for awhile and they have had rr superchargers forever also. The only reason u don't see any turbo'd rcf's is because the enginebay is almost too tight for it,plus there's no one that's really taken a good step to turboing them anyway (was a rear mounted rcf awhile back but had bad results,little gains,and was quietly being sold off and didn't run anymore after it went dark). People just don't push these cars tbh, even the boosted ones also,there are track ones out there but not many.

[@iM3M0]

Beautiful car!!!

[@hawkinsjd11]

I have never driven an RC-F, but was looking for a smaller coupe and test drove the RC 350. The transmission was so anemic. I just couldn't get excited about it. I went with a BMW M240i instead.

[@juuiceboxx]

Nice car but msrp is around 68k which is already a big stretch for the performance you get out of it and you still have to deal with dealer markup’s…

[@_JohnnySav]

They should make a V6TT. The car is sick!

[@1320Chuck]

Sedan?

[@Sinfamous81]

Absolutely gorgeous car

[@bbbt8090]

These held their value though

[@ZColdBloodZ]

What cars outperform the RCF? I am looking to buy a RCF for its reliability but am interested to know other cars that are around the same price with better performance?

[@carboydorifutoparty3976]

Like. Alot actually. If new then a good chance it's sitting at 60-80k which sits directly in GT350,bmw M2 comp,A10 mustang,mk5 supra,audi rs3,chevy C7 Z06. Good chunk of cars can beat it in its price range,and even used that sits within 45-50k is mustang/C6 territory which still beat them to a degree.

[@ZColdBloodZ]

@@carboydorifutoparty3976 Thank you so much. I literally went and test drove as many of these cars as you listed and fell in love with the RS3. I’m no longer even considering the RCF after driving the RS3

[@IanFurminger]

David could you please review an ISF next