If the LFA Becomes a Success, Will it Spark an Interest in the SC?
#1
If the LFA Becomes a Success, Will it Spark an Interest in the SC?
If the Lexus LFA super becomes a hit, would people look back at Lexus' very first sports car - our old SC300/SC400s?
I know this is a long stretch of my imagination but personally if I could afford an LFA, I wouldn'd mind keeping my SC or picking up a mint one if I wasnt already an owner. Discuss
I know this is a long stretch of my imagination but personally if I could afford an LFA, I wouldn'd mind keeping my SC or picking up a mint one if I wasnt already an owner. Discuss
#2
If the Lexus LFA super becomes a hit, would people look back at Lexus' very first sports car - our old SC300/SC400s?
I know this is a long stretch of my imagination but personally if I could afford an LFA, I wouldn'd mind keeping my SC or picking up a mint one if I wasnt already an owner. Discuss
I know this is a long stretch of my imagination but personally if I could afford an LFA, I wouldn'd mind keeping my SC or picking up a mint one if I wasnt already an owner. Discuss
What I am hoping is the LFA technology and sportiness trickles down to other models.
Except for the ES and RX, all the other models should have an F model and there should be more coupes. The Next SC should appeal to more people and have 2 models...like the old days. IS needs a fixed roof coupe and the ISF needs a coupe model.
#3
There were a few members suggesting that the LF-A was going to be the successor to the SC or become the SC F but as we all know the LF-A became the LFA an exotic sports car from Lexus to compete with the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini.
Hopefully Lexus brings out the third generation SC 460 and bring back an SC 350 and maybe an SC F. Who knows? Only time will tell...also bring in a hybrid version as well, it would be the first luxury hybrid coupe...
Hopefully Lexus brings out the third generation SC 460 and bring back an SC 350 and maybe an SC F. Who knows? Only time will tell...also bring in a hybrid version as well, it would be the first luxury hybrid coupe...
#5
I don't think LFA is going to be a success because of it's price, it's just too expensive for a Lexus. Despite all the technology and gizmo's, it's still a Lexus, not a Lambo or Ferrari! I think it should be around R8, or GTR range.
I think you're right tho, I think people are going to look at SC and they will be impressed on the price and the quality of it!
I think you're right tho, I think people are going to look at SC and they will be impressed on the price and the quality of it!
And is it just me, or do other people see similarities in the styling of the LF and the SCX00? I think this is our car's sequel.
#6
Exactly. If they were smart, they would come up with something soon. I think they should replace the SC430 with 2 vehicles:
1) An IS Coupe in IS350 and ISF variants
2) A new SC Coupe based on the next GS platform, and powered by a twinturbo 3.5V6 with 380hp badged as a SC400, and a 450hp twin turbo 4.6 V8 badged as an SC550, and a 550hp V10 powered SCF. I think this platform should be all aluminum for both GS and SC.
1) An IS Coupe in IS350 and ISF variants
2) A new SC Coupe based on the next GS platform, and powered by a twinturbo 3.5V6 with 380hp badged as a SC400, and a 450hp twin turbo 4.6 V8 badged as an SC550, and a 550hp V10 powered SCF. I think this platform should be all aluminum for both GS and SC.
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I don't think LFA is going to be a success because of it's price, it's just too expensive for a Lexus. Despite all the technology and gizmo's, it's still a Lexus, not a Lambo or Ferrari! I think it should be around R8, or GTR range.
I think you're right tho, I think people are going to look at SC and they will be impressed on the price and the quality of it!
I think you're right tho, I think people are going to look at SC and they will be impressed on the price and the quality of it!
#9
Personally I think the LFA is kinda a new MK V supra badged as a Lexus. I do however think it is way too expensive though. People are going to buy Ferraris and lambos over it just cause of the name.
#10
I don't agree. The LFA will sell out quickly because there are more than 500 billionaire sportscar afficionados in the world who don't care how much it costs - they just want all the best sportscars in their garage.
For the people who buy these cars, it's not a choice between a Ferrari or a Lambo and a Lexus LFA. They will have all three, plus the Ford GT, a couple of Aston Martins, etc.
For the people who buy these cars, it's not a choice between a Ferrari or a Lambo and a Lexus LFA. They will have all three, plus the Ford GT, a couple of Aston Martins, etc.
#11
Exactly. If they were smart, they would come up with something soon. I think they should replace the SC430 with 2 vehicles:
1) An IS Coupe in IS350 and ISF variants
2) A new SC Coupe based on the next GS platform, and powered by a twinturbo 3.5V6 with 380hp badged as a SC400, and a 450hp twin turbo 4.6 V8 badged as an SC550, and a 550hp V10 powered SCF. I think this platform should be all aluminum for both GS and SC.
1) An IS Coupe in IS350 and ISF variants
2) A new SC Coupe based on the next GS platform, and powered by a twinturbo 3.5V6 with 380hp badged as a SC400, and a 450hp twin turbo 4.6 V8 badged as an SC550, and a 550hp V10 powered SCF. I think this platform should be all aluminum for both GS and SC.
Not trying to pick a fight, just saying that's the way they've always done it.
#12
I think that Lexus will eventually build an all-new SC in the future. But since its meant to compete mainly against the base SL-Class, I don't think we'll see anything too extravagant. While an SC-F is possible, I don't think the market is big enough to justify building it.
And yes, I am aware that they're trying to sell the LFA for $400k, but I think the rarity of the car will justify it's price. It's poised to be one of the few supercars to apprecieate in value over time. Give it ten years and I wouldn't be surprised if LFAs were trading hands for $500k.
Addressing the original point in this thread, I don't that we will see any drastic change in our SC community. While newer sportier models like the IS-F and LFA will grab more attention for the brand, I believe we'll welcome new people into the fold just as steady as we have always been.
In short, my guess is "no."
And yes, I am aware that they're trying to sell the LFA for $400k, but I think the rarity of the car will justify it's price. It's poised to be one of the few supercars to apprecieate in value over time. Give it ten years and I wouldn't be surprised if LFAs were trading hands for $500k.
Addressing the original point in this thread, I don't that we will see any drastic change in our SC community. While newer sportier models like the IS-F and LFA will grab more attention for the brand, I believe we'll welcome new people into the fold just as steady as we have always been.
In short, my guess is "no."
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It's like saying just because the GTR came out z32's are now desirable cars again
The only shot we have right now is the auto sports world. You can also hold on to it for 25 to 35 more years, they might be worth something then.
It's like saying just because the GTR came out z32's are now desirable cars again
The only shot we have right now is the auto sports world. You can also hold on to it for 25 to 35 more years, they might be worth something then.
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