Lexus LFA Mule spotted. Next SC?
#61
Lexus Test Driver
Isn't this just the first racing prototype we saw way back in 2007, after the unveiling of Concept II? I recognized it immediately due to the headlight configuration, more-aggressive hood intake gap, and the distinctive rear intakes (which differ from both Concept II and the production version). For example:
http://www.worldcarfans.com/10706124...lf-a-uncovered
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB85hwb2_r4
Much ado about nothing, I think....
There were at least 2 matte black production-style models even before the Toyko unveiling, so at least 6, and it wouldn't surprise me in the least if there are more now. It's been nearly two months since someone first got video of the blue LFA.
http://www.worldcarfans.com/10706124...lf-a-uncovered
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB85hwb2_r4
Much ado about nothing, I think....
There were at least 2 matte black production-style models even before the Toyko unveiling, so at least 6, and it wouldn't surprise me in the least if there are more now. It's been nearly two months since someone first got video of the blue LFA.
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Isn't this just the first racing prototype we saw way back in 2007, after the unveiling of Concept II? I recognized it immediately due to the headlight configuration, more-aggressive hood intake gap, and the distinctive rear intakes (which differ from both Concept II and the production version). For example:
http://www.worldcarfans.com/10706124...lf-a-uncovered
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB85hwb2_r4
Much ado about nothing, I think....
http://www.worldcarfans.com/10706124...lf-a-uncovered
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB85hwb2_r4
Much ado about nothing, I think....
As has been said one thing that adds intrigue to these particular shots is that the testing was taking place on streets and not on a track. With that bit of insight it's probably safe to say that this is not a race car. It's probably some sort of street car. Since the LFA is out I doubt Lexus is hastily working on the next gen or another variant just yet.
That's why we're speculating that this is another car altogether for Lexus and there using the LFA body as "camo" if you will. Seeing that it looks like this mule is on a modified LFA platform it could be a 2 door something, and the only 2 door in Lexus's lineup due for a remodel is the SC...
#65
I don't really think it can be the next SC because it still has a CF chassis as seen in the third-quarter rear shot. There's just no way a non-exotic is getting a CF chassis. Probably just an early development prototype of the next Lexus exotic. BTW is this color metallic black or dark gray? People have been wondering what a metallic black LFA would look like.
Last edited by Mister Two; 04-29-10 at 11:52 AM.
#66
Lexus Test Driver
I just think the speculation in this thread is amazingly rampant and people are really reaching to assume that the next SC is going to be some LFA-derived monster with a CF tub. I think that's setting up for a big disappointment.
This is the dark grey, same as the color on those first couple post-Concept II prototypes. Black would be darker and glossier. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing an LFA in black though. I wonder if the LFA "salon" in Japan has one of those scale models in the official black color.
#68
Speculation is fun. . Fascinating how all the observations are chipping away at the mystery... lacking rear radiators, yet still CF chassis, maybe GS-F engine testing as some say? Also street testing argues against track LFA version testing...