I drive an LC500 Convertible in Japan. The sense of openness and the engine sound when the top is down help me forget the daily stress. Not many people in Japan, even at Lexus or Toyota headquarters, tend to drive it.
@@ikigai47 In Japan, there aren’t many people who buy cars priced at 15 million yen. Even those who can afford them rarely choose cars that can’t accommodate multiple passengers. I may be an exception, but if you’re a car enthusiast, you’ll understand.
5 years owner of an LC500, with 140k km ODO. A daily driver, long distance trips (1000+km). A true Grand Tuourer through and through. No major maintainince issues so far. After 5 yrears, I'm still waking up early in the morning to have an extra time driving my LC500 before work! No regrets!
@@saradziewa750 Remember class... Typing is spelled Typing. NOT Tiping. Your is spelled YOU'RE in this instance. Pityful is spelled PITIFUL. Never start a sentence with the word "and". Also, always capitalize the first word of every sentence. You need to go to school, not work. *Sigh...*
I would buy it in a maybe white shark underbelly exterior color. The seat color in that blue the secondary color in this car is and the secondary color maybe in black or dark brown. Now i have to go to the configurator and look if something like this is possible 😂😂❤
A dream car right there. Saw the hardtop version the other day and it's simply gorgeous! That rear wind deflector falling down is a bit weird for a Lexus.
I've seen a couple of them too, and to me it just doesn't have the right stance. It looks boaty, like a big oversized thing. A lot of Japanese designs are guilty of this. For some reason they have very bad stances, never does the car justice on how nice they actually might be to drive.
You guys couldn't have said it any better! As an owner of the LC500 for the past 5 years and having started my RUclips channel, mostly reviewing cars, it's made me realize how amazing the LC500 is compared to everything else out there. I have a much deeper appreciation for the vehicle now, as opposed to when I first got it, because I've had the privilege of reviewing so many other vehicles and seeing what Lexus has done with the LC. Thanks for your genuine feedback, guys! Keep it up!
I just got to drive an LC for a day and it is really hard to not smile the entire time with it. All of the reasons why this car is so amazing is all intangible and it's really not about the numbers
@ryandoyle4344 there not really downsizing more than making the bigger engines more exexpensive. Look what emrcedes recently did with Sl55 and amg gt. I suspect the lexus RC F will be discontinued before this car for that same reason
Who would have thought a dream garage can now conisists of only Toyotas: Daily - new Prius Hot hatch - GR Corolla GT - LC 500 Collectable - LFA Btw, genuinely enjoyed how you guys interact with this perfect GT imo.
This car isn't about performance, it's about sound, good ride and luxury at the same time, and it does that so well. Someone who is retired and has a good life will not have a better time in their final years.
Why wait for retirement? Do you know how many people put off the best experiences until retirement, only to never get there, pass away shortly after getting there, or do not have the health/ vitality to enjoy said retirement. Any petrol head that can afford this car should get one as soon as finances permit.
Thanks to your original review, I purchased a used white on red LC500 Sport+ 5.0. It is literally the perfect car for anything. It gets enough MPG to not make you cry (best I've done is 39MPG LONDON to ANTWERP and back) but will always put a smile on your face when you drop a few gears and give it the beans through a tunnel. I bought mine for £53K with 30k miles 2 years ago, and its already on 63k miles. For the price, I do not think there is another car that is as fun, as characterful, comfortable or as striking as the LC500.
Just got a convertible over the summer. Puts a stupid smile on my face ever time I take it out. Thought I might have buyers remorse...I have no doubt this is one of the best purchases I have made in a long time.
This video shows exactly what it means to be a car enthusiast. You have your people who buy an appliance to commute, and you have guys like us that can thoroughly enjoy taking a drive.
seeing the pure enjoyment of you two during the periods of silence under acceleration/deceleration is why I love & follow you guys. Car guys, enjoying cars, knowing when to talk & when to enjoy - cheers gentlemen (now someone "donate" a Lexus LC500 to the Throttle House car pool)
"Why haven't I spent my entire life trying to own one of these?" is such a relatable question. I got to drive one of the first one's to hit the dealerships back in 2018 and spent the entire test drive blipping the throttle, giggling and drooling over the car. It's still a bucket list car for me. I love the LC500.
The AMG GTS is also my favourite car, but the LC500 would live until I’m dead and then some more! I mainly fell in love with this car based on its looks but even more in Gran Turismo 7, it sounds so great and actually handles very well with its weight granting it insane grip in high speed corners. Low speed corners also feel tight and a bit slippery with acceleration, there’s no understeer! It is just a game after all but if I can get an LC500 to drive just like it does in Gran Turismo 7, I’m set for life.
@@supermegaunderrateduploade6686that is awesome I JUST bought this in GT7 as well. I drove it stock a bunch just imagining myself cruising in this bad boy
The Benz AMG is the best but that maintenance makes it out of reach for a guy like myself. I’ve had the SC400 and 430 and it was basically gas and go and oil changes. Sold them for what I bought for them or more. Lexus is the best choice by far
Love the videos where I feel like I am experiencing the excitement with you. I had a smile the whole time. That V8 sounds glorious. Great job yet again boys!
Anyone else on edge the last 2 minutes or so not knowing when it’ll end and so delighted that it went on for just a little bit more savoring the pure smiles and enjoyment?
Terrific review. Thank you. I love you guys. I own a 2021 LC500 hard top with white exterior and caramel (tree) interior. The sound NEVER gets old. The car is ultra reliable. And there are less than 15,000 in existence and soon no more will be made. Beautiful to look at and drive. Indeed, the perfect car.
I cannot get over the continuous smile on my face driving this car, it’s a gem that only a few can afford to buy. Compared to a few others it’s still well priced.
So great to see you two all smiles about this marvelously underrated car! Coming up on four years with my 2018 LC500 and I absolutely get it. I am sure my fellow car-comrades are tired of my praises of just how wonderful the car is, it just encompasses it all as you mentioned; the perfect balance of comfort, reliability, beautiful design, symphonic V8 noises, and amazing gas mileage on road trips (I typically see 30-33mpg hwy). Refreshing to be only car of it's sorts at car meets too. I'm not one to typically keep cars too long but there is something so very special about the LC500. Thanks for the quick review and smiles! 👍😉
That's awesome it gets such good highway mpg. Im waiting on the market to get down to the mid 50s with these, then im pulling the trigger. Im so excited
They are beautiful to look at and fantastic to drive. I could not afford an LC500 but I do have a IS500 and I smile every time I drive it and hear that lovely engine talking back. Keep the reviews coming guys!
I’ve driven both the coupe and convertible, and while i prefer the looks of the coupe, the roof line etc. The convertible makes up for that with that symphonic V8, the open air, and top down, you forgot everything. The compliments are non stop, not to mention, it’s so rare, most people don’t even know what it is. This vehicle is basically your weekend morning meeting with the psychologist. Get in the seat, drive and the vehicle listens and gives the best advise through it tones, and leave feeling to tackle life with a smile and gratitude.
My 75 year old grandfather absolutely loves this car. I’ve been in one with him at a car show and I really hope he splurges to buy one since it’s the perfect blend between his Lexus sedan and his 95 Mustang GT convertible.
I'm 19 years old and honestly, if I had 100k to spend on a car, I would think more about this LC. It seems perfect as a daily drive, fast but not extreme, with a scary sound and its reliable. Not to mention the external and internal style, and the overall uniqueness of the car on the new market
I fondly remember this similar sound in 2005-7 of an Audi R/S car. The Lexus shown in this video is absolutely stunning in looks and sound. Lucky boys!!
The design is reminiscent of days gone by..when beautiful lines, we're more priority.. and that V8..just sings a fantastic tune.. Truly a work of automotive art..
I think this has been and and still is one of the best sounding, best finished and most beautiful cars at any price point on sale at the moment. I have a 90s sports car and this is the only contemporary car at all that would get me to change
How is it one of the greatest reviews ever?? Just a simple Extra Throttle House video but it is the most beautiful and sincere love confession to a car I’ve heard. They looked like the happiest people on earth at that moment. And the ending... 😂😂 Guys, you’re the best!
I wish there were more reviews of the IS500 not complaining about how old the thing is and just focusing on what it's like. Same engine for half the price and you get 4 doors. An exhaust and it's there.
I've owned a '21 LC500 convertible and now own a '24 bespoke LC500 convertible. I've also driven the RC-F and IS500 at Lexus' performance driving school, which is an excellent event for seat-time-per-dollar. You're absolutely right about the IS500. Such a great car and the price is unbelievable. The GS-F is better for a few reasons, probably not worth the extra price to most people. And the LC is a body kit and a valved exhaust. As with IS-F's, the IS500 will hold its value unbelievably well. I think these LC's will eventually appreciate and become collector's items, but the IS500 will always be the cheap way to get this amazing engine.
The issue with the IS500 is the transmission. If it had the 10 speed in the LC500 I would have bought it. I owned an ISF before I test drove the IS500. I'm over the transmission, it makes the car feel lazy to me. I think the 10 speed in the LC, while not perfect(there are a few low speed scenarios it doesn't handle smoothly), it light years ahead in immediacy and box office.
Sorry but only social credit warriors care about old and new stuff. For me as a car enthusiast, my heart is very pleased to see LC500 continuing in the next year.
@@hamsterbrigade The transmission is absolutely amazing. Has a dual personality. Sharp when you push it, soft when you are cruising. Better than ZF8 for a luxury sport car.
Thomas and James' commentary was spot ON... I think the best car to compare the experience to is a sensible man's Aston Martin. It is a quintessential GT car...not to be confused with a sports car like 911. I wish the impression of a financially stable and a life now culminating in consistent good decision making was true of myself but I am quite happy to accept the illusion and status it projects upon me. A car does not always reflect the reality of one's status but still reflects how we wish to be portrayed to others!
Honestly, I love all these new super fast high end vehicles, but when i do see this driving around, it does turn my head when I see it. I miss you LFA....
This is exactly the type of car that in 15 years will have an incredible fervor surrounding it. Looks great, sounds great, quality interior, and Lexus reliability. It's just a well balanced performance oriented GT car. I've looked at these a few times as they're in a fairly similar price range to the M4 Competition. I'm in my 30's so the performance focus of the M-car speaks more to me, but I bet when I'm in my 50's I will look back and wish I bought LC500.
I’m 29 and plan on getting the bespoke edition. You throw rims, a tint and a small spoiler on this thing and it’s a crazy looking car. The exhaust is impossible to beat as well.
This is how I truly know this is a phenomenal car without yet to drive one is simply the passion in your eyes words n expressions.🎉 haven't seen ya be this excited to this degree. So thanks I will be test driving in the morning! 😮
If I was old (which I am) and wanted a grand tourer for long distance, this is the car. Since I'm young at heart and heavily leveraged, EN's doesn't fail to put a smile on my face. Was fun doing burn outs in Lexus's was bay and donuts in the parking lot, but it's a boat in the snow.
Being old is fine. Just make sure you are aware of your environment when driving. too many of you old guys out there in oblivion driving everywhere you go...
@@JacesOwnWorld More oblivious young people here, in most hostile city for drivers (Toronto core). Just being able to follow the rules makes you a casualty. This city is F'ing screwed up... But I hear you about those who should be giving up their licenses, but the culture has a soft spot for the geriatrics.
40% off msrp on a 5 year old luxury car is not a good deal unless you've only been buying used cars since 2020. In the 2010's it was normal to see depreciation of 80% after 4 years, and luxury cars take it worse than any other type.
@@allnovieveryday 🤓🤓🤓 better than losing 40k buying a new one lmao I understand what you mean, but I mean for a modern v8 luxury coupe it’s a good price point
At one point late in the video I thought James was going to cry for Joy. On one hand you guys are lucky to be able to do what you do, on the other hand you've worked really hard to get there so go ahead and let the tears flow James. 😅😢😮😂
A very under appreciated car. I own a '21 convertible and it is glorious. What an amazing, beautiful vehicle. Don't care for the new screen that looks tacked on. Ruins the beautiful interior of mine.
This is probably my favorite car in the reasonable realm. Good, looking, great engine, gorgeous interior. I'm not the most sporty driver, I love cruising, driving top-down and looking at my car from the window. If I had been born 10 years earlier...apart from a monumental crisis right at the beginning of my career, I would have close to buying this
It makes me really sad that this car will gain traction and it's price will become marked up. This right here is my (realistic) dream car except the hard top not the convertible. Absolute beauty!
The intense enthusiasm for the car is evident even before riding inside it, unlike the review of the Mercedes SL 63, where any flaw was sought to highlight.
MR2 is coming soon, will either be a 3 cylinder mid engine or 4 hybrid possible manual. Celica is being worked on as well, but may be an EV...if not, a hybrid.
I just bought a 2019 LC 500 in Infrared (hard top performance package of course) I could not be more thrilled. It has so much thought put into the design and feels incredible to drive. Not to mention it turns heads way more than any other car in its price range. I do wish I had the new touch screen though!
In my humble opinion, this is the perfect car review video (and lord knows I’ve watched too many AND it’s just an Xtra of a car they’ve already done!!). Succinct, details where needed, genuinely hilarious, just the right amount of dialogue. Many thanks to the Throttle House team for continuing excellence and hard work! Also thanks for vaulting this car to the absolute top of my wishlist 👀
Both guys have such a big smile in their faces. BTW, the dealer just informed me that I will have the same smile at the end of January when the yellow one arrive....
Same! Went with a C8 Z51 instead. Not to say I won't have an LC500 in the future, but it will be super hard to give up the mid-engine goodness and face melting launches.
I love how they been smiling the whole time nun stop even when they wanted to be serious. And honestly after sitting in one I understand their smile and it's definitely my bucketlist car ❤
Have a 5.0 Mustang to get just a taste of this engine layout. V8, DOHC, Cross-Plane Crank, its really an amazing system. They're both dual injected as well. Smooth power delivery, great sound. I'll be saving my money for something like this in the future. A comfortable car that makes an amazing noise is really all a daily needs sometimes.
I almost bought a salvage LC500 recently to restore. I have always thought that this is one of the most striking vehicles on the road. I would not characterize this as a "retired dentist" car, except that dentistry is one of the highest-paying professions in the world. I have seen people say the same about the SL series of MB. This is a head-turning car. Great ride and sound.........glad you guys walked back the dentist comment. This car is it's own flavor.
This is what the numbers don't tell you. People need to stop looking at a spec sheet and look for an EXPERIENCE. There is absolutely no need for something faster, and this way you get to enjoy the sound without being in jail. If you add reliability to the scale, the value is off the charts.
Thank you. I’m fed up with all the it’s slow and needs 150 more hp comments. Most of those folks can’t actually afford the said cars they drool over . I remember cross shopping an M5 with a NA V8 Panamera 4S : the M5 was more powerful but was no driving fun - 4 seconds of acceleration and already at get a ticket speed - what fun is that ? I honest don’t understand the obsession with 0-60: in the real world you can’t tell a 0.5 sec difference. Who goes around accelerating hard at every traffic light ? Live in a city and there’s traffic , potholes and other distracted drivers to navigate. Jeez. To each their own . Go buy your 0-60 in 3 seconds German or Mustang car and leave the LC500 alone
Dentist here.😂
Not retired yet.
Driving this everyday and absolutely in love with it.
Dentist approved? Can't get any better, can it
Neuroscientist here. I also drive it everyday. Great car!
What colour (UK) interior did you go with?
Nice.
Nuclear scientist/auto master mechanic/bio engineer, and I drive this car every other day. I prefer my Lamborghini.
I drive an LC500 Convertible in Japan. The sense of openness and the engine sound when the top is down help me forget the daily stress. Not many people in Japan, even at Lexus or Toyota headquarters, tend to drive it.
Stay safe man
Enjoy it in good health brother. She's a beauty.
Daily Stress? So… does that mean you aren’t a retired dentist?
I think it's a cultural thing right? (why few people drive these in Japan) They consider this too ostentatious and flashy? Not humble enough?
@@ikigai47 In Japan, there aren’t many people who buy cars priced at 15 million yen. Even those who can afford them rarely choose cars that can’t accommodate multiple passengers. I may be an exception, but if you’re a car enthusiast, you’ll understand.
they didn't stop at a good looking car, the engine is amazing and the interior is gorgeous
phenomenal effort from lexus 10/10 would buy
Best buck out there. No competition. We should get a full review not only an EXTRA. 🤔
@@ApKieras They already did a full review of it (in 2020)
@@janck1000yep. On October 28th 2020 in fact.
@@ApKierasthe LC500 is definitely worth it imo.
Yamaha makes the engine🥶
5 years owner of an LC500, with 140k km ODO. A daily driver, long distance trips (1000+km). A true Grand Tuourer through and through. No major maintainince issues so far.
After 5 yrears, I'm still waking up early in the morning to have an extra time driving my LC500 before work! No regrets!
Hahaha! You still have to work!
@@243wayne1and you still can't find any job whatsoever xD
@@saradziewa750 Wrong. I don't need one. I retired at 38. Now 56 years old. No job for me thank you! Hahaha!
@@243wayne1 and you are wasting your time here tiping to random People with pityful coments like this? I would rather go to work XD
@@saradziewa750 Remember class... Typing is spelled Typing. NOT Tiping. Your is spelled YOU'RE in this instance. Pityful is spelled PITIFUL. Never start a sentence with the word "and". Also, always capitalize the first word of every sentence. You need to go to school, not work. *Sigh...*
The white / blue interior looks so luxurious.
It looks like something the CEO of orbit gum would drive
And so cool too.
I would buy it in a maybe white shark underbelly exterior color. The seat color in that blue the secondary color in this car is and the secondary color maybe in black or dark brown. Now i have to go to the configurator and look if something like this is possible 😂😂❤
It looks like they're sitting in a boat
@@Chris_topher_ Exactly. I remember some Rolls Royce special edition were called like "yacht edition" and those have similar colour
These non scripted and non cinematic reviews are the best. Keep doing this, please.
A dream car right there. Saw the hardtop version the other day and it's simply gorgeous! That rear wind deflector falling down is a bit weird for a Lexus.
In Person it looks gorgeous
_@mojo_ you made me wind the tape back 😊
All I read was, "saw the hardtop"
In my townhome complex, which is NOT expensive to live in, we have two people with LCs. Both and hardtop and a convertible. It’s insane lol
I've seen a couple of them too, and to me it just doesn't have the right stance. It looks boaty, like a big oversized thing. A lot of Japanese designs are guilty of this. For some reason they have very bad stances, never does the car justice on how nice they actually might be to drive.
You guys couldn't have said it any better! As an owner of the LC500 for the past 5 years and having started my RUclips channel, mostly reviewing cars, it's made me realize how amazing the LC500 is compared to everything else out there. I have a much deeper appreciation for the vehicle now, as opposed to when I first got it, because I've had the privilege of reviewing so many other vehicles and seeing what Lexus has done with the LC. Thanks for your genuine feedback, guys! Keep it up!
What is your YT channel name?
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@randyvfromtheperch @richwithcars
You can try searching as all one word or separate (Rich With Cars)
@@randyvfromtheperch err..Just a random guess here but Rich with cars??
@@randyvfromtheperchpewdiepie
@@randyvfromtheperch Just click on his name and it'll take you there
I just got to drive an LC for a day and it is really hard to not smile the entire time with it. All of the reasons why this car is so amazing is all intangible and it's really not about the numbers
I envy you so much. I pray that you get one 🙏
@@yay842well this car is stunning like BMW M3 2006.
I don’t smile in mine 😢
i thoroughly enjoyed the times i drove my aunts SC430. i imagine this is just as much fun with the top down.
Your comments make me want one even more! Hopefully it's still on the market in 3 or 4 years when I'm ready.
Their smile throughout the video, tells a lot about this car.
I hope they will continue to make this car for at least 5 more years. I felt in love when I was in the passenger seat. The noise is so intoxicating!
Hopefully, but Toyota's downsizing engines, so fingers crossed
It'll be full EV by then.
@@Asiansxsymbol Lexus is working on 1 more v8 sports car before full EV
That's no "noise".
It's a symphony!
❤
@ryandoyle4344 there not really downsizing more than making the bigger engines more exexpensive. Look what emrcedes recently did with Sl55 and amg gt. I suspect the lexus RC F will be discontinued before this car for that same reason
Who would have thought a dream garage can now conisists of only Toyotas:
Daily - new Prius
Hot hatch - GR Corolla
GT - LC 500
Collectable - LFA
Btw, genuinely enjoyed how you guys interact with this perfect GT imo.
Prius 😅
@@RUclipsuser1aa dont knock it til you drive the new one
Plus a Supra as a sports car.
I would pick IS300h for daily
Classic: 2000 GT
This car isn't about performance, it's about sound, good ride and luxury at the same time, and it does that so well. Someone who is retired and has a good life will not have a better time in their final years.
A gt with a hotrod soundtrack?
That's the performance in my book.
I hope Acura and Infiniti and others take note.
You hit the nail on the head. Perfect mic drop. F cars are performance-oriented this is more road luxury and refinement.
Sounded like a funeral speech I say a bit morbid my old boy 🙈🤣
Why wait for retirement? Do you know how many people put off the best experiences until retirement, only to never get there, pass away shortly after getting there, or do not have the health/ vitality to enjoy said retirement. Any petrol head that can afford this car should get one as soon as finances permit.
It’s great to see that Lexus knows the car they made is gorgeous and hasn’t aged at all, they just modernized the essentials and I’m glad they did
Thanks to your original review, I purchased a used white on red LC500 Sport+ 5.0. It is literally the perfect car for anything. It gets enough MPG to not make you cry (best I've done is 39MPG LONDON to ANTWERP and back) but will always put a smile on your face when you drop a few gears and give it the beans through a tunnel. I bought mine for £53K with 30k miles 2 years ago, and its already on 63k miles. For the price, I do not think there is another car that is as fun, as characterful, comfortable or as striking as the LC500.
@whitennerdy Love your user name! Can't believe 39 mpg. Maybe 29?
Maybe a lot of the journey was on the train 🤣
@@DerekJohnson-us7vy most likely UK mpg it converts to about 32.5 US mpg
It was a costly watch for me too
this has to be the most smiles i’ve seen in a throttle house video. LFA was awe, this was just pure cheek hurting smiles
I applaud Lexus for this car. They do not sell in huge numbers yet they’ve done updates for it. And the bespoke interior options are stunning.
Most of the time expensive cars for any luxury brand doesn’t sell huge in numbers! Mercedes isn’t selling Maybachs like E classes 😂
Just got a convertible over the summer. Puts a stupid smile on my face ever time I take it out. Thought I might have buyers remorse...I have no doubt this is one of the best purchases I have made in a long time.
This video shows exactly what it means to be a car enthusiast. You have your people who buy an appliance to commute, and you have guys like us that can thoroughly enjoy taking a drive.
Now that's a comment, couldn't say it better.
Exactly!
then you have real car enthusiasts that appreciate (and own) both appliances and fun cars
As a dentist, I will be buying one of these. I plan to save $600 a month and pay cash in 2031.
just buy a used one those are usually well kept by old people a depreciate like a mf brand new
They're already 60k range in the USA now. im planning on getting one at the end of the year. maybe around 7-10k miles for around 75
I'm a dentist I got on3 6 months ago and I love it. I'm single to chris.
seeing the pure enjoyment of you two during the periods of silence under acceleration/deceleration is why I love & follow you guys. Car guys, enjoying cars, knowing when to talk & when to enjoy - cheers gentlemen (now someone "donate" a Lexus LC500 to the Throttle House car pool)
I'm a Lexus tech and days when I get to work on the LC500 are easily my favorite days at work.
Yeah, probably when you are out going for a joy ride
@@dlj1285 Bro be saving up joy ride credits for LC days
@@dlj1285 Valet keys and programmable anti-theft makes this impossible and has been for a while.
"Why haven't I spent my entire life trying to own one of these?" is such a relatable question. I got to drive one of the first one's to hit the dealerships back in 2018 and spent the entire test drive blipping the throttle, giggling and drooling over the car. It's still a bucket list car for me. I love the LC500.
This is my favorite 'attainable' supercar. Absolutely gorgeous with a fantastic engine.
It's just so nice. The AMG GT is probably my favorite car, but if I was actually spending that much, I'd buy an LC500 and own it forever.
The AMG GTS is also my favourite car, but the LC500 would live until I’m dead and then some more! I mainly fell in love with this car based on its looks but even more in Gran Turismo 7, it sounds so great and actually handles very well with its weight granting it insane grip in high speed corners. Low speed corners also feel tight and a bit slippery with acceleration, there’s no understeer! It is just a game after all but if I can get an LC500 to drive just like it does in Gran Turismo 7, I’m set for life.
@@supermegaunderrateduploade6686that is awesome I JUST bought this in GT7 as well. I drove it stock a bunch just imagining myself cruising in this bad boy
The Benz AMG is the best but that maintenance makes it out of reach for a guy like myself. I’ve had the SC400 and 430 and it was basically gas and go and oil changes. Sold them for what I bought for them or more. Lexus is the best choice by far
The Lexus just looks so much better in person- imo only Aston Martin has the same visual Appeal while costing 2x the price
Brought mine LC500 last year. It's beautiful to ride. I drove from Winnipeg to Toronto and Ioved every second of it.
Love the videos where I feel like I am experiencing the excitement with you. I had a smile the whole time. That V8 sounds glorious. Great job yet again boys!
James was smiling the entire time he was driving. Sums it all up 💯💯
James's happy little face when he Starts It Up lol
I wanted to see the roof operate. And hear if its well insulated.
‘nothing else matters’… you summed it up in those three words. Loved this! 4:58
Anyone else on edge the last 2 minutes or so not knowing when it’ll end and so delighted that it went on for just a little bit more savoring the pure smiles and enjoyment?
Terrific review. Thank you. I love you guys. I own a 2021 LC500 hard top with white exterior and caramel (tree) interior. The sound NEVER gets old. The car is ultra reliable. And there are less than 15,000 in existence and soon no more will be made. Beautiful to look at and drive. Indeed, the perfect car.
This car is the closest anyone is reasonably getting to an LFA.
Besides the engine this is waaay better then the LFA in every way
@@DiaperSNiFFERatrocious take especially considering the best part of the lc500 IS the engine
@@RandenMontalvo it ain’t $950,000 better thou
True, they are both automatic transmission Lexus. One is more than 1000lbs heavier though (4400lbs vs 3250lbs ).
@@DiaperSNiFFERthe engine in this is also designed/made by Yamaha same as the LFA
If you have money, intelligence, and taste: the LC500 is your car.
I only have one. lol
You must not be an American.
paid my advance on mine today.. can hardly wait ❤
Damn, what do I get if I have none of those?
@@SpartanArmy117 an Avalon like me and be in debt for 7 years. Lol
I cannot get over the continuous smile on my face driving this car, it’s a gem that only a few can afford to buy. Compared to a few others it’s still well priced.
So great to see you two all smiles about this marvelously underrated car! Coming up on four years with my 2018 LC500 and I absolutely get it. I am sure my fellow car-comrades are tired of my praises of just how wonderful the car is, it just encompasses it all as you mentioned; the perfect balance of comfort, reliability, beautiful design, symphonic V8 noises, and amazing gas mileage on road trips (I typically see 30-33mpg hwy). Refreshing to be only car of it's sorts at car meets too. I'm not one to typically keep cars too long but there is something so very special about the LC500. Thanks for the quick review and smiles! 👍😉
That's awesome it gets such good highway mpg. Im waiting on the market to get down to the mid 50s with these, then im pulling the trigger. Im so excited
They are beautiful to look at and fantastic to drive. I could not afford an LC500 but I do have a IS500 and I smile every time I drive it and hear that lovely engine talking back. Keep the reviews coming guys!
I’ve driven both the coupe and convertible, and while i prefer the looks of the coupe, the roof line etc. The convertible makes up for that with that symphonic V8, the open air, and top down, you forgot everything. The compliments are non stop, not to mention, it’s so rare, most people don’t even know what it is. This vehicle is basically your weekend morning meeting with the psychologist. Get in the seat, drive and the vehicle listens and gives the best advise through it tones, and leave feeling to tackle life with a smile and gratitude.
Hey rich people! Please buy tons of these now so we can buy them from you in 2038!
In 2038 these will be running great
And wont have dropped one dollar in price
Don't need to be rich to get one. You just need a decent career.
@@MarcYanOfficialWhich I’ll never have
Yup.
You know its special when the smiles never leave your faces!
Legit my dream car (hardtop). Very happy that its still relatively underrated, hopefully it stays that way until I can afford one.
My 75 year old grandfather absolutely loves this car. I’ve been in one with him at a car show and I really hope he splurges to buy one since it’s the perfect blend between his Lexus sedan and his 95 Mustang GT convertible.
Need to say to grandad that he only lives once and deserves a LC500
I'm 19 years old and honestly, if I had 100k to spend on a car, I would think more about this LC. It seems perfect as a daily drive, fast but not extreme, with a scary sound and its reliable. Not to mention the external and internal style, and the overall uniqueness of the car on the new market
Give me a Raptor R instead I’ll drive over the damn thing then drag it down the higheay😂😂😂
@@MS-mr4zm That´s got to be the dumbest reply of the day.
But, could a Raptor R carry you from state to state, over long distances, without feeling tired? @@MS-mr4zm
@@Konszky for the$$$ no it ain’t
@@MS-mr4zm1.5 gpa activities
I fondly remember this similar sound in 2005-7 of an Audi R/S car. The Lexus shown in this video is absolutely stunning in looks and sound. Lucky boys!!
The sound, the luxury, the design... Love it
I'll get you one when I get rich.
The design is reminiscent of days gone by..when beautiful lines, we're more priority.. and that V8..just sings a fantastic tune..
Truly a work of automotive art..
I think this has been and and still is one of the best sounding, best finished and most beautiful cars at any price point on sale at the moment. I have a 90s sports car and this is the only contemporary car at all that would get me to change
How is it one of the greatest reviews ever?? Just a simple Extra Throttle House video but it is the most beautiful and sincere love confession to a car I’ve heard. They looked like the happiest people on earth at that moment.
And the ending... 😂😂 Guys, you’re the best!
I've wanted this car for so many years. Even used ones are pricey. Sounds fantastic.
13:40 best moment in the whole video, where they both naturally shake their head after one another, realizing how good of a car this is.
I wish there were more reviews of the IS500 not complaining about how old the thing is and just focusing on what it's like. Same engine for half the price and you get 4 doors. An exhaust and it's there.
I've owned a '21 LC500 convertible and now own a '24 bespoke LC500 convertible. I've also driven the RC-F and IS500 at Lexus' performance driving school, which is an excellent event for seat-time-per-dollar.
You're absolutely right about the IS500. Such a great car and the price is unbelievable. The GS-F is better for a few reasons, probably not worth the extra price to most people. And the LC is a body kit and a valved exhaust. As with IS-F's, the IS500 will hold its value unbelievably well. I think these LC's will eventually appreciate and become collector's items, but the IS500 will always be the cheap way to get this amazing engine.
The issue with the IS500 is the transmission. If it had the 10 speed in the LC500 I would have bought it. I owned an ISF before I test drove the IS500. I'm over the transmission, it makes the car feel lazy to me. I think the 10 speed in the LC, while not perfect(there are a few low speed scenarios it doesn't handle smoothly), it light years ahead in immediacy and box office.
Sorry but only social credit warriors care about old and new stuff. For me as a car enthusiast, my heart is very pleased to see LC500 continuing in the next year.
@@jimmy-buffett I know what "bespoke" means, but what is a "bespoke LC500 convertible?"
@@hamsterbrigade
The transmission is absolutely amazing. Has a dual personality. Sharp when you push it, soft when you are cruising.
Better than ZF8 for a luxury sport car.
Thomas and James' commentary was spot ON... I think the best car to compare the experience to is a sensible man's Aston Martin. It is a quintessential GT car...not to be confused with a sports car like 911. I wish the impression of a financially stable and a life now culminating in consistent good decision making was true of myself but I am quite happy to accept the illusion and status it projects upon me. A car does not always reflect the reality of one's status but still reflects how we wish to be portrayed to others!
Honestly, I love all these new super fast high end vehicles, but when i do see this driving around, it does turn my head when I see it. I miss you LFA....
I just bought mine. It’s a 2021 convertible. If anything, I wish all my cars were this car. The backseats are comical. The engine is maniacal.
What a stunning car. And that sound. Lexus sure knows how to make a good sounding car!
This is exactly the type of car that in 15 years will have an incredible fervor surrounding it. Looks great, sounds great, quality interior, and Lexus reliability. It's just a well balanced performance oriented GT car. I've looked at these a few times as they're in a fairly similar price range to the M4 Competition. I'm in my 30's so the performance focus of the M-car speaks more to me, but I bet when I'm in my 50's I will look back and wish I bought LC500.
I’m 29 and plan on getting the bespoke edition. You throw rims, a tint and a small spoiler on this thing and it’s a crazy looking car. The exhaust is impossible to beat as well.
Have had mine for about 6 months now, and I love the car... but I think they love it even more!
This is how I truly know this is a phenomenal car without yet to drive one is simply the passion in your eyes words n expressions.🎉 haven't seen ya be this excited to this degree. So thanks I will be test driving in the morning! 😮
You can tell right away that this car is simply legendary just by looking at these two smiling so much 😂
watching the video, the fun part is when you both go quiet... just enjoying the car.
If I was old (which I am) and wanted a grand tourer for long distance, this is the car. Since I'm young at heart and heavily leveraged, EN's doesn't fail to put a smile on my face. Was fun doing burn outs in Lexus's was bay and donuts in the parking lot, but it's a boat in the snow.
Have a different car for the snow...or.move somewhere with no snow, here in Alabama we almost never have snow.
Being old is fine. Just make sure you are aware of your environment when driving. too many of you old guys out there in oblivion driving everywhere you go...
@@JacesOwnWorld More oblivious young people here, in most hostile city for drivers (Toronto core). Just being able to follow the rules makes you a casualty. This city is F'ing screwed up... But I hear you about those who should be giving up their licenses, but the culture has a soft spot for the geriatrics.
Most entertaining car reviewers out there. They’re genuinely funny, are good drivers, good production and data. Cheers guys
The used car price point for these are actually really good. You can find them in the low 60s
Indeed, saving up for one, the Lexus reliability is such an appealing factor too
40% off msrp on a 5 year old luxury car is not a good deal unless you've only been buying used cars since 2020. In the 2010's it was normal to see depreciation of 80% after 4 years, and luxury cars take it worse than any other type.
@@allnovieveryday 🤓🤓🤓 better than losing 40k buying a new one lmao I understand what you mean, but I mean for a modern v8 luxury coupe it’s a good price point
Yeah and every single one has at least one accident. Some had multiple accidents shown on the Carfax 😂😂😂. Guess dentist are great drivers. 😜😜
That exhaust is just so beautiful!! What a sound never gets old!!
At one point late in the video I thought James was going to cry for Joy. On one hand you guys are lucky to be able to do what you do, on the other hand you've worked really hard to get there so go ahead and let the tears flow James. 😅😢😮😂
clarkson on aston martins and throttle house dudes on lc500s - thanks for giving kids everywhere something to dream about!
A very under appreciated car. I own a '21 convertible and it is glorious. What an amazing, beautiful vehicle. Don't care for the new screen that looks tacked on. Ruins the beautiful interior of mine.
I couldn’t agree more! The tacked on Sylvania touch screen looks SO bad in every car they stick it in as an afterthought.
Old screen was definitely better
This is probably my favorite car in the reasonable realm. Good, looking, great engine, gorgeous interior. I'm not the most sporty driver, I love cruising, driving top-down and looking at my car from the window. If I had been born 10 years earlier...apart from a monumental crisis right at the beginning of my career, I would have close to buying this
Absolutely adore the LC500.
The genuine happiness on their faces during the upshits and downshifts... priceless!
One of the most underrated cars along with the Jag F-Type
It makes me really sad that this car will gain traction and it's price will become marked up. This right here is my (realistic) dream car except the hard top not the convertible. Absolute beauty!
No one is marking up this car lol
Correct. Especially the convertible. This will be a bargain in 3-5 years. Used market is overpriced right now.
The cut off at the ending 🤣
Absolutely dream car, no rarris, Porsches, MBs, Buggatis. I WANT THIS ONE ❤
The most joyful review ever.
The LC500 is fantastic and weird in the best way. Great review and loved the banter.
The intense enthusiasm for the car is evident even before riding inside it, unlike the review of the Mercedes SL 63, where any flaw was sought to highlight.
i think this is the perfect homage to the LFA, it looks amazing
14 minutes of the guys gushing over the LC 500. I smile the whole time I drive mine too.
I'd love them to make a MX5 competitor with this style... :D
The FT-Se is probably as close as it'll ever be possible to get to that.
MR2 is coming soon, will either be a 3 cylinder mid engine or 4 hybrid possible manual. Celica is being worked on as well, but may be an EV...if not, a hybrid.
literally my dream car journey... mx5 then lc500. one day!
I have NEVER seen James smile this much in a video! It is just sheer joy for he AND Thomas.
This car will be a gift to myself after I graduate medical school
I just bought a 2019 LC 500 in Infrared (hard top performance package of course) I could not be more thrilled. It has so much thought put into the design and feels incredible to drive. Not to mention it turns heads way more than any other car in its price range. I do wish I had the new touch screen though!
Like button is not enough for this video, there should be a "I'm lovin' it" button
I have the 2023 version of it for almost a year and i'm loving every minute driving it. Best car I've ever driven
In my humble opinion, this is the perfect car review video (and lord knows I’ve watched too many AND it’s just an Xtra of a car they’ve already done!!).
Succinct, details where needed, genuinely hilarious, just the right amount of dialogue. Many thanks to the Throttle House team for continuing excellence and hard work! Also thanks for vaulting this car to the absolute top of my wishlist 👀
I am so happy this refresh happened, I'm just starting my career so hopefully in like 5 years when I'm ready this car will be super feasible for me
I got mine. The best car of all time.
cars like this are a reminder that sound is so very important
I am dentist, and I am going to order this car next week:)
Both guys have such a big smile in their faces. BTW, the dealer just informed me that I will have the same smile at the end of January when the yellow one arrive....
After all these years, the tail lights design are still stunning👍 (front end still a bit iffy)
2:27 its just two car guys, best friends enjoying a V8 start up. just wholesome.
Neighbor has one in red; gorgeous car. I considered one but went with a C8 Z51. Not as pretty but sounds pretty good :)
Same! I almost got the Lexus but went for the c8. Wanted a more exotic look/feel
Same! Went with a C8 Z51 instead. Not to say I won't have an LC500 in the future, but it will be super hard to give up the mid-engine goodness and face melting launches.
I love how they been smiling the whole time nun stop even when they wanted to be serious. And honestly after sitting in one I understand their smile and it's definitely my bucketlist car ❤
Have a 5.0 Mustang to get just a taste of this engine layout. V8, DOHC, Cross-Plane Crank, its really an amazing system. They're both dual injected as well. Smooth power delivery, great sound. I'll be saving my money for something like this in the future. A comfortable car that makes an amazing noise is really all a daily needs sometimes.
I'de like one and manual swap it but im poor and drive a 27 year old Sentra (at least it is manual though).
I almost bought a salvage LC500 recently to restore. I have always thought that this is one of the most striking vehicles on the road. I would not characterize this as a "retired dentist" car, except that dentistry is one of the highest-paying professions in the world. I have seen people say the same about the SL series of MB. This is a head-turning car. Great ride and sound.........glad you guys walked back the dentist comment. This car is it's own flavor.
This is what the numbers don't tell you. People need to stop looking at a spec sheet and look for an EXPERIENCE. There is absolutely no need for something faster, and this way you get to enjoy the sound without being in jail. If you add reliability to the scale, the value is off the charts.
Thank you. I’m fed up with all the it’s slow and needs 150 more hp comments. Most of those folks can’t actually afford the said cars they drool over . I remember cross shopping an M5 with a NA V8 Panamera 4S : the M5 was more powerful but was no driving fun - 4 seconds of acceleration and already at get a ticket speed - what fun is that ? I honest don’t understand the obsession with 0-60: in the real world you can’t tell a 0.5 sec difference. Who goes around accelerating hard at every traffic light ? Live in a city and there’s traffic , potholes and other distracted drivers to navigate. Jeez. To each their own . Go buy your 0-60 in 3 seconds German or Mustang car and leave the LC500 alone
This channel and Hagerty are my favorites. You can see ya'll actually like each other and it shows in the reviews.
I drive the 17 GSF and simply love it. Modded the exhaust and sounds even better.