The Lexus LC 500 is a bold coupe prepared by Toyota's prestigious division, and it grew out of the LF-LC concept, which was presented to the public at the Detroit Auto Show in 2012. At this year's show, the prestigious production model, which harbinger of attractive models that Lexus will send to the world in the future.
Daring Lexus LC 500 coupe grew out of the LF-LC coupé concept, but while "growing up" acquired a completely new rear-wheel-drive, front-engine platform (GA-L global architecture), which lowered the car's center of gravity so that it is even more glued to the road. It boasts an extremely hard body, which the engineers achieved with a mixture of ultra-strong steels, floors made of composite materials and the use of aluminum (part of the chassis) and carbon fiber (parts of the doors, roof, tailgate, ...). They put it on 20- and 21-inch wheels and shod it with tires Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP (they enable driving even in the event of a puncture), and its "heart" is tamed by four and six-piston brake calipers. They hid under the hood of the Lexus LC 500 coupe 5.0 liter V8 engine (atmospheric) s 351 kW of power (467 hp) and 530 Nm of torque, an engine that is already found in the models GS F and RC F.
A completely fresh wind has blown in the area of the gearbox, which is new 10-speed (until now they used 8-speed), which, according to Lexus, should reach the speed of passing two-clutch gearboxes (the latter is favored by other brands). From the city up to 100 km/h is delayed 4.5 seconds, which he succeeds thanks to excellent mass distribution between eight (52/48). When you step on the gas, it makes a rumble that makes the driver's skin crawl.
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The bold mask is complemented by headlights with three LED lamps, which are placed above the daytime running lights, reminiscent of Nike brand logo. The rear is decorated with an air deflector and lifting spoiler for better vacuum at high speeds. The designers for the interior of the Lexus LC 500 coupe did not invent hot water, so they drew their inspiration from the LFA concept coupe. leather, magnesium pedals, advanced multimedia technology, ... Lexus LC 500 is the wet dream of every octane enthusiast.
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