Going to RC F Launch Press Event at Monticello: What do you want to know?
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Going to RC F Launch Press Event at Monticello: What do you want to know?
Hey all, it's John Coyle. The second wave on drives is on Wednesday.
Driving impressions are under embargo until September 4th at 11PM EST, but photos should be fine to post before then.
So what do you want to know about the RC F? Post the questions here and I'll do my best to get them answered!
Driving impressions are under embargo until September 4th at 11PM EST, but photos should be fine to post before then.
So what do you want to know about the RC F? Post the questions here and I'll do my best to get them answered!
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"One glance at this new Lexus' slinky profile, fat tires, and bulging rear haunches suggests it's a pretty loving homage to BMW's M4 coupe. Move around front, however, and the similarity ends with a visage that is the polar opposite of a jovial Bavarian. Chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi confirms that while his baby will compete on price and performance with the M4, Mercedes C63 AMG, and outgoing Cadillac CTS-V (or forthcoming ATS-V) coupes, in terms of personality and soul it will feel as removed from those cars as a Wagnerian opera is from Kabuki theater."
Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/..._f_first_look/
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What "other brand" competitive cars will Lexus have on hand for possible back-to-back track test drives.. ?
Similar to what Lexus did a couple of years back for the 2013 GS Media / Press track event in Vegas..
And recently with the 2014 IS Media / Press track event last year in Texas.
Thanks
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So we as ISF owners by and large are still very happy with our cars (apart from boredom, lack of tune). What are Lexus' plans to get ISF owners to upgrade, since it means us losing 2 doors? Is there a big jump in performance or driving "kimochi" (pleasure) between the ISF and RCF?
I'd love to upgrade but really trying to find a good reason to, especially since we're losing 2 doors (and most likely 2 usable seats)
I'd love to upgrade but really trying to find a good reason to, especially since we're losing 2 doors (and most likely 2 usable seats)
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I'm about 6'2" and 220lbs, so I'm curious too!
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Fuel capacity/tank size?
I know the IS-F sits at 16 gallons or something like that and the current gen 3IS is at 17.4ish.
Can we expect a similar sized tank or one a litter bigger to make highway trip stops less frequent?
Also, clarification on the Active Sound Control; is it just piping from the actual engine or a simulated, artificial sound?
I know the IS-F sits at 16 gallons or something like that and the current gen 3IS is at 17.4ish.
Can we expect a similar sized tank or one a litter bigger to make highway trip stops less frequent?
Also, clarification on the Active Sound Control; is it just piping from the actual engine or a simulated, artificial sound?
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Coming in at 185.2 in. verses 183.5 in.
I would say similar to IS F legroom..
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Fuel capacity/tank size?
I know the IS-F sits at 16 gallons or something like that and the current gen 3IS is at 17.4ish.
Can we expect a similar sized tank or one a litter bigger to make highway trip stops less frequent?
Also, clarification on the Active Sound Control; is it just piping from the actual engine or a simulated, artificial sound?
I know the IS-F sits at 16 gallons or something like that and the current gen 3IS is at 17.4ish.
Can we expect a similar sized tank or one a litter bigger to make highway trip stops less frequent?
Also, clarification on the Active Sound Control; is it just piping from the actual engine or a simulated, artificial sound?
Joe Z
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Pole Position
- Trunk cargo space in cubic ft.
- Drag coefficient (cd)
- Turning Circle
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- How is the cabin sound user controlled, how is it created? any specs in db?
- CF option weight savings (excluding hood) Another thread said 20lb.
- 1/4 mile spec, trap speed spec,