5 Things We “HATE” (and LOVE) About the 2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible (ClubLexus Review!!!)

Should You Buy a Lexus LC 500 Convertible?

The Lexus LC 500 Convertible is sporty, but not a sports car. It’s a four-seater, but you can’t actually drive it with four people. It has a trunk, but not one big enough for a golf bag. And it has heated and cooled seats, but it takes a while to actually turn them on. It’s a glorious car, but, in our humblest opinion, one with a few compromises.

That being said, EVERY car has compromises, but who is the Lexus LC 500 Convertible really for?

To me, the LC 500 Convertible is the perfect luxury daily driver and or date-night weekend cruiser. If you’re looking for sporty luxury with head-turning good looks, but you want to be comfortable and connected for your commutes, this is for you. If you want to take your spouse out to the club or nights on the town, and it’s just the two of you, the LC 500 has you covered. Do you enjoy getting out of the city for drives up the coast? Even quick lunches and errands feel like an adventure in this car.

Is it practical in any way? Nope. (Sorry, parents.)

But, let’s be honest, the LC 500 probably isn’t your only cool car. But it’s definitely going to be the one you enjoy showing off. A lot. Everywhere. All the time. Okay, it has flaws but you should probably buy one so I can live vicariously through your social media.

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Michael S. Palmer

Michael S. Palmer began his career assisting and developing content for Academy Award-winning and studio-based film and television producers. He has been a professional writer since 2008, when he joined the Writers Guild of America West (WGAw). As a journalist and Content Editor/Manager, he has covered numerous emerging imaging, theatrical exhibition, home entertainment, and automotive technologies. He currently spends his days creating original content at the Internet Brands Automotive Group for some of the world's largest online automotive communities, including Ford Truck Enthusiasts, CorvetteForum, ClubLexus, AudiWorld, and LS1Tech. He still owns his first car, a 1987 Mercury Cougar; adores driving his Boss 302 Mustang; and recently teamed with Chevrolet Performance, Holley, Magnaflow, Eaton, Wilwood, Michelin, Chemical Guys, Summit Racing to build his first project car. Installing an LS3 E-ROD Connect & Cruise system into a 1992 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon made his eight-passenger wagon faster than a C5 Corvette to 60mph and 50 state emissions legal. His wife and daughter are very patient.