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Old 11-12-13, 10:23 AM
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Can't wait for the VOSSEN version .
Old 11-12-13, 11:45 AM
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Can't wait to finally see the new Lexus coupe on the road next year!!
Old 11-12-13, 12:59 PM
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Damn this design would make a killer RC Gran Coupe to compete with CLS and 4/6 GranCoupes.

Please Lexus!!!

What auto show will the RC/RCF be at first?
Old 11-12-13, 01:05 PM
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I love this new Lexus. I have posted the images on Facebook and the only thing I hear is " beautiful, BUT that grille looks horrible.". I actually like the grille a bit more now. Warming up to it, but most who see it initially arent in love with it
Old 11-12-13, 01:05 PM
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The grille will look a lot better in person I have a feeling...
Old 11-12-13, 02:59 PM
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What I like is the silver grille that Vossen used on their IS for SEMA. That looked so much better to me
Old 11-12-13, 03:23 PM
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Originally Posted by mordecai
Don't think so. Lexus is on a more staggered system versus BMW.

RC = between IS and GS
4-series = 3-series coupe

That's why the RC looks more upscale than the 4-series, because it's going to be positioned between the 4 and 6-series.

I think the LC will be between the GS and LS, so it would be positioned between the 6-series and old 8-series.
Audi, BMW and now Lexus are positioning the coupes has half steps above the sedans. A5>A4, 4 series > 3 series, and now RC > IS. RC is positioned to target the 4 series dead on.
Old 11-12-13, 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted by pbm317
Audi, BMW and now Lexus are positioning the coupes has half steps above the sedans. A5>A4, 4 series > 3 series, and now RC > IS. RC is positioned to target the 4 series dead on.
4 series is the laziest effort there, together with C class coupe.
RC is most removed from its sibling, 3IS.

Yes they all compete but RC is far bigger effort, similar to A5 when it came out, such a beautiful car and such difference from boring A4.
Old 11-12-13, 04:54 PM
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Originally Posted by I8ABMR
In the quest for a comfy daily driver that looks good this could be my next car IF I can fit in it. GTR may need to wait another couple of years
Compromise with the RCF! More power than the RC350 although not as much as a GTR, but still respectable (465 HP IIRC).
Old 11-13-13, 07:53 AM
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I will be considering the RC-F when released as a possible replacement for my IS-F. I am really liking the style compared to the BMW 4 series. Hopefully it will be powered with at least 450hp V8 or turbo 6(not likely) then throw in some Joe-Z products (intake/exhaust/) and possibly PPE/Sikky headers then good to go I'm sure Joe is game.
Old 11-13-13, 10:20 AM
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Gents, any pricing information??
Old 11-13-13, 10:22 AM
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The rear looks a little busy with the vents. I know they are functional but...
Old 11-13-13, 02:32 PM
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Originally Posted by I8ABMR
The rear looks a little busy with the vents. I know they are functional but...
I kind of wish those were toned down on this. I wouldn't mind the F-Sport, but this is a luxury coupe in base/luxury form. Lexus is forgetting the L word quickly lately
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Lexus International executive vice president Mark Templin shared his first public comments on the upcoming RC coupe with Motoring Australia:
“The car is great because it is wider than IS, it’s got the track width of GS, it’s shorter than IS. It’s got bits from both of those cars and it’s going to be a kick *** driver’s car with a lower centre of gravity and some other things that will make it a fantastic car to drive."
Templin also discusses the possibility of high performance F models in the future:
Putting the unique limited edition LFA Supercar aside, there has only been one F ‘halo’ model developed and that’s the V8-powered second generation IS launched in 2007. But along with the RC F a GS F is expected soon.

“F is an important part of our forward strategy,” Templin added. “At each step I want to have halo cars that make the brand, make people passionate about Lexus.”
Link : http://www.motoring.com.au/news/2013...n-hearts-39898

Thanks to lexusenthusiast.com
Old 11-13-13, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by natnut
Lexus International executive vice president Mark Templin shared his first public comments on the upcoming RC coupe with Motoring Australia:


Templin also discusses the possibility of high performance F models in the future:


Link : http://www.motoring.com.au/news/2013...n-hearts-39898

Thanks to lexusenthusiast.com
Krew does an amazing job with Lexus news from a Lexus owner and enthusiasts perspective.
Great guy.

They really seem to be pushing the RC... Really waiting for the official GS F announcement ...


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