What Is It?
Lexus LF-C Concept
What's Special About It?
In an attempt to display the future of Lexus design, Toyota's luxury brand introduced its third-in-a-series concept vehicle, the Lexus LF-C. The LF-C is a radical coupe that was designed to foreshadow the next-generation IS 300 sports car. The LF-C's main attraction is a four-position retractable hardtop that folds away in either a targa, convertible or speedster configuration. The power top slides itself quickly into a narrow slot in the rear deck of the coupe.
Like the current IS 300 model, the LF-C show car is based on a rear-wheel-drive platform for a true sports car feel. It's powered by a high-output V8 engine combined with a six-speed sequential automatic transmission. The LF-C's wheelbase measures just over five inches longer than the IS, while their overall lengths are nearly identical. The coupe's increased width is much more substantial, allowing the LF-C to easily transport four adult passengers.
The sculpted exterior of the LF-C is striking, with roof rails that taper toward the coupe's rear, enhancing the illusion of forward movement and speed. Inside, a long center console runs from the dash to the rear seats, and features a stunning transparent surface which covers the cockpit displays and controls. Add four elegantly sculptured bucket seats in the free-flowing interior, and this is a show car, indeed.
What's Edmunds' Take?
The Lexus IS 300 was designed to target young, luxury and performance-oriented buyers. The LF-C undoubtedly picks up where the IS left off — and if it's a true sign of the next IS to come, we welcome the concept coupe wholeheartedly. — Kelly Stennick
Lexus LF-C Concept
What's Special About It?
In an attempt to display the future of Lexus design, Toyota's luxury brand introduced its third-in-a-series concept vehicle, the Lexus LF-C. The LF-C is a radical coupe that was designed to foreshadow the next-generation IS 300 sports car. The LF-C's main attraction is a four-position retractable hardtop that folds away in either a targa, convertible or speedster configuration. The power top slides itself quickly into a narrow slot in the rear deck of the coupe.
Like the current IS 300 model, the LF-C show car is based on a rear-wheel-drive platform for a true sports car feel. It's powered by a high-output V8 engine combined with a six-speed sequential automatic transmission. The LF-C's wheelbase measures just over five inches longer than the IS, while their overall lengths are nearly identical. The coupe's increased width is much more substantial, allowing the LF-C to easily transport four adult passengers.
The sculpted exterior of the LF-C is striking, with roof rails that taper toward the coupe's rear, enhancing the illusion of forward movement and speed. Inside, a long center console runs from the dash to the rear seats, and features a stunning transparent surface which covers the cockpit displays and controls. Add four elegantly sculptured bucket seats in the free-flowing interior, and this is a show car, indeed.
What's Edmunds' Take?
The Lexus IS 300 was designed to target young, luxury and performance-oriented buyers. The LF-C undoubtedly picks up where the IS left off — and if it's a true sign of the next IS to come, we welcome the concept coupe wholeheartedly. — Kelly Stennick
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