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Old 09-21-20, 03:08 PM
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Would the Lexus LM Be a Big Seller in the States?
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Chinese buyers who want the ultimate luxury machine look no further than the Lexus LM.

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Would it sell in the U.S?
Judging from everything behind the grille, yes.

The grille?...............I'm not so sure, although the RX's almost-equally-garish grille still manages to sell. Still, the LM's front end pushes it, even by Lexus standards.
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Looks to much like a Nissan Questized w/ the typical Lexus front facia.....TMS is really best off concentrating on the Sienna......
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No, its not a van designed for America. Too small.
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Originally Posted by SW17LS
No, its not a van designed for America. Too small.
Ok, so is it Mazda 5 size?
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This van starts at $170K USD. Even if it were badged as a Bentley, nobody here would spend that money for this type of vehicle.
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Originally Posted by Felix
Ok, so is it Mazda 5 size?
Roughly, it’s based on the Alphard/Veilfire which I have ridden in many times traveling out of the country.
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Originally Posted by Curated Content Editor
Would the Lexus LM Be a Big Seller in the States?
By Brett Foote

Chinese buyers who want the ultimate luxury machine look no further than the Lexus LM.
I’m really really tempted to use impolite words to describe this vehicle.

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I think it’s pretty awesome and could be fun to own (you can call me impolite words) but no, it wouldn’t sell here, in my opinion.
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Why would anyone here in the states want something like this for? Lot better vehicles out there.....
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No chance. These vehicles only appeal to the JDM market, waaaay too small of a number to work here.

It's all about SUVs and e-cars now
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Originally Posted by GS3Tek
No chance. These vehicles only appeal to the JDM market, waaaay too small of a number to work here.
Think they're more for the Chinese market, which is chauffeur-centric.
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IMO, too small and too conservatively styled [boxy van-like] for US tastes.
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I'm getting angry just looking at it.
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This is not a driver's car. It is a low key ultra-luxury vehicle for the boss. It has full reclining seat/chair that can do full body massage.
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