WTF Happened to the Lexus RC-F?

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@LexusLuvAffair]

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.

[@user-ki1vd3ti8j]

I never understand why people really need to drive faster cars if they aren't track racing. Unless you're living in Europe,you'll be breaking traffic laws everyday.

[@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

[@greenesthue1545]

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

[@PriestAndrettii]

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]

​@@PriestAndrettiibuy a Peugeot 😂

[@allenzillmer1917]

@@PriestAndrettii yes!

[@d0p3fo05]

@@PriestAndrettii yeh exactly, the v8 lexus always gets so much attention because they also look as good or better. Eventhough it aint the fastest, its just a nice fun reliable car

[@TheMurrblake]

LC500!,

[@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.

[@NIVEKFFORHS]

exactly... at $30-35k used i don't think theres any other competition

[@Ruben-tp2se]

Any major scheduled maintenance like timing belt?

[@NOLAItsNotOva]

@Ruben-tp2se These have timing chains. And no, no major services. Just oil changes, brakes, and tires. Just had my first failure at 141k which is a wheel bearing.

[@Ruben-tp2se]

@NOLAItsNotOva had an ls430 and a starter replacement was a bihh in the v8

[@NOLAItsNotOva]

@@Ruben-tp2se These aren't like the 4.3 or the 5.7 in the Tundra with starter location luckily

[@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.

[@Michael-H23]

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

[@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

[@Tanner-Distad]

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

[@TtEtgzj2]

Had to rewind that part 3 times 🤣

[@dayummimflyy]

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

[@db66-i6i]

@@TtEtgzj2same 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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@jdmbren13]

This car doesn’t fly under the radar at all lol, it almost too much attention

[@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.

[@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.

[@jasonflores1990]

Had ISF for 6 years and now RC-F. I just LOVE the creature comforts, new tech (already have NX so I'm used to the track pad), ventilated seats, etc. It's just way more luxurious with similar sporty feel, plus I get a TON of compliments meanwhile the ISF was a sleeper IYKYK car.

[@brandon_buildsDIY]

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

[@axebeard7677]

The RC F is comfortable, quick and looks good. To me it’s made for middle aged professionals who make a lot of money, grew up modding JDM cars, but can’t get away with driving a Honda Civic Type R at 40-50 years old.

[@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

[@fullmetalf4i]

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

[@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!

[@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)

[@NOLAItsNotOva]

@stevenskoog You can get a lower mileage one for in the 40's that will never leave your straded and won't cost you a huge repair bill all while still being able to keep up with and in some instances beat comparable cars. On top of that you get a great interior with fantastic build quality. Sounds like a good deal to me.

[@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.

[@ThatDudeinBlue]

These things are great.

[@Girz0r]

Supercharger seems like a must have.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@BlackPanthaa]

It's CRIMINAL that you didn't bump off the limiter even once 😭 Will always pick these over anything similar price and 6 cyl

[@Luztinn]

Probably because it’s boosted 🫤

[@samsagar]

@@LuztinnNope! That NA V8 sound is unmatched!

[@mr.e-kh9bq]

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

[@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

[@eyeroll5060]

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

[@adnank407]

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

[@relyTmI]

What’s his ig?

[@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.

[@AutoYoung]

I kept wondering why the RCF looked so futuristic yet familiar to me and I finally get it. With the shape and window kick up it reminds me of me of a Celica!

[@superfrank6949]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@BlazeVonWolfsburg]

The RCF/GSF/IS500 really only cater towards Lexus enthusiasts lol those that have owned an ISF or just love Lexus reliability. Cause the price of a New Lexus IS500, one can buy a G80 M3. I love Lexus but I’d rather have that beast S58 motor lol

[@IS3FIDDY_]

Very good point, after driving a s58 m4c the other week, I’m like dang because I love Lexus but can’t argue with a great motor. I own a is350 and I’m scared to jump ship to bmw. I love Toyota

[@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

[@Grimm-14]

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!

[@idohearthatersdgk]

No one wants these because no one in their right mind would pay 40k plus for a 7-8 year old car with 60-80k miles on it when you can buy a used supra for slightly more with half the miles. This car makes no sense anymore for the price. You’re talking used c7 territory or just buying a c6 z06, s550 mustang, 08-12 gt500 and many other vehicles for the money. Just isn’t appealing for the price and age. Hell I’d buy an m550i with 25k miles for 40-45k.

[@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

[@darknight160]

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

[@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 😂

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@FastSheetGarage]

At this point the Lexus brand is un-obtainium for me, BUT, I absolutely love the aggressive grille styling.

[@OdyTypeR]

I mean, at least the grill is good for scaring the xenomorphs away 😂

[@hdhfdhddhdk]

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

[@the.ghost.behind.u]

Its a coupe, not a sedan. 2 doors david

[@Pamsophydee]

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

[@gravelunit]

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

[@perspecttv8956]

Why buy an RCF when you can buy an ISF that weighs 300-400 pounds less and save $30k. I will say, the RCF will have significantly better reliability for long term ownership than its competitors. Great buy secondhand in the 40-50k range than new.

[@-Zelo]

with the rcf you get the updated interior compared to the ISF and if you're not a fan of 4 doors then that's another reason to get the RCF over the ISF.

[@Unicornpirate]

@@-Zelo I'd rather take the ISF interior over the RCF honestly. I don't think I can deal with that mousepad to control the infotainment.

[@-Zelo]

@@Unicornpirate It's not bad once you get used to it tbh. Never really used it in the first place though so I guess that's a reason it wasn't that annoying as well

[@chickenpasta7359]

Cause the RC F is cool

[@DoctorGaga87]

@@Unicornpirateit’s not that bad once you get used to it. I only use it for music anyways

[@djardy07]

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

[@chrisdeguzman7795]

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

[@anthonymaldonado8018]

You gotta be open minded with this car, if you go in with the comparison mindset you will never win. This car was outdated the moment it came out. All the competitors pushing turbo 6s or twin turbo V8s. You buy this because of the history of F and the legacy to come. The last of a dying breed, the high revving V8s.

[@zero01grimreaper]

Because it was expensive

[@TheBasher-_-]

This and the Q60 are the sexxiest coups out there

[@freddywiththek1908]

Lexus as a brand is just too expensive for what you get and the lack of manuals and aftermarket compared to the competition makes it hard to get into Lexus

[@gavinr9107]

You're literally criticising Lexus for what it is - a reliable luxury car manufacturer. People that purchase Lexus models tend not to desire manual transmissions or extensive aftermarket performance parts. Would you say the same about Aston Martin, Jaguar and Mercedes? What you think it is competing with is not what they made the RCF to compete with.

[@camverticalco]

lack of aftermarket is due to those highly encrypted ECU's

[@freddywiththek1908]

@@gavinr9107 true point but brands like jaguars and Aston are seen as more elite then Lexus in my opinion and Aston at the time did still make manual cars and Mercedes does have aftermarket support I guess we can compare it to jaguar but I feel like jaguar as a brand at least in America as really lost relevance

[@gavinr9107]

@@freddywiththek1908 Absolutely Aston and Jaguar are more expensive and more 'elite', I am not denying that. However for someone that is relatively well off that wants something in the middle ground of luxury, performance and long term reliability in coupe form the RCF is the perfect candidate. And that is the market that Lexus is targeting.

[@IraqVet0608]

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

[@JukaForever]

why are we calling this a sedan? Every review I saw say this car is not worth it and go for something else. It is cool asf though

[@BigALdeek]

I saw an Asian girl driving one when I stopped at a local Ramen shop. I was in the Beamer of course. Meh Lexus is ok the SUVs but car wise I’ll swing to BMW

[@pazminoa94]

Because they slap on the F Sport badges on everything so no one takes it serious. Also there was never a manual option 😂

[@geraldsanon3493]

“…Sports Sedan…” lmao😂

[@TGunner23]

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

[@jmhellison]

It's problem from what i understand is that its slow, heavy, and suspension is great for the track. People buy sports and want to race them.

[@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

[@calinator51]

I love my RC 350. Blah blah it doesn't have the V8 but the V8 doesn't come in AWD. The AWD is an amazing daily driver.

[@lancegallant3647]

Glad I own a b7 rs4 mmmmmm manual v8 awd it's so bad ass

[@trewebster5884]

I get paying for reliability but dang Lexus 😅. These RCs are just way too expensive

[@38tech]

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

[@lancegallant3647]

bmw wooooooooooooooo

[@RosheDomv2]

I think the appeal of these and the appeal of the ISF is the fact you can beat on them on the track and not have to worry about if it will get you home due to the legendary Toyota/Lexus reliability.

[@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

[@BruceDuncan-m4u]

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.

[@Ty420]

It’s funny every car gets smog checked but california is still smoggy. The cars have nothing to do with it.

[@seanvangster]

Over price.. rather get the LC500. Same price range and more exotic

[@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

[@bbbt8090]

These held their value though

[@alexismontealegre1845]

Rcf just didnt make sense for me. This should've stayed in the era of w204 c63 and bmw e92 m3.... its like, lexus performance just got left behind the past. What toyota/lexus should've done to rcf is make a new engine( re-design 2jz) then let the new supra enherit the engine. This wouldve made sense to me

[@carboydorifutoparty3976]

A I6 wasn't going to happen if toyo wasn't planning to use it across their various platforms and in all drivetrains like the GR V6s do. Doing that,means they'd more than likely have to redesign the RC's chassis to fit that I6 + meet crash regulations just to get it on the market,and it'd more than likely be similar to what they do with their current engines with the usual, open deck design that's a hybrid like they're doing with their current cars with no reminisce of the JZ at all and prob be closer to the GR's.

[@DanielLopez-pu4hx]

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

[@RichieRich12391]

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

[@402car_kid4]

The new 2024 rc fs are cool but the interior is literally like it’s stuck in the early 2000s and they’re way more than they should be. But I’ve always really liked them.

[@samuelhoward8504]

Just saying, Toyota offers oem superchargers for multiple vehicles. Everything from a Toyota echo to a 4Runner and their Lexus cars. People forget how cool they are. People begged for a turbo 86 when they’ve made a trd supercharger this entire time. Just talk to your dealer adnd they can get you one.

[@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

[@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.

[@100BeastMike]

All of the F cars are underrated

[@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.

[@llynellyn]

The RCF had/has the exact same problem as the MKIV Supra, most people who spend that much on a performance coupe don't want a Toyota, and most people who want performance Toyotas can't spend that much on a car :(

[@RMoney65]

The rcf is an example to car companies that price can ruin a car

[@chuckcribbs3398]

I’d take an RC-F over a Mustang any day of the week. Almost 500 HP and that Yamaha engine will last forever.