Lexus RCF Track Edition | Massively Expensive

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  • Опубликовано: 23 янв 2025

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  • @reyeslexus
    @reyeslexus Год назад +125

    One thing I like when Mark is reviewing Lexus is he mentions pros that Lexus / Toyota fan base values : even after getting trashed by the press, the car is still tight as new and performing 100% compare to others.

  • @newbiedebater
    @newbiedebater Год назад +531

    In a world where the LC500 exists, I can't imagine ever buying one of these.

    • @damienlee1165
      @damienlee1165 Год назад +75

      I think that too tbh, if I had 70k saved up, I'd say fuck it and save a while longer or take out a small loan to step up to the LC. The carbon kit will date the car going down the line, and the LC is just sex to the eyes and ears.

    • @stingerredshock3418
      @stingerredshock3418 Год назад +41

      It’s definitely more capable on a track than the LC500! - Lexus
      Fr if you wanted to track something you surely wouldn’t go for this

    • @mcphersonjohnathon
      @mcphersonjohnathon Год назад +56

      And if you really wanted to track you wouldn't get a lexus when there's at least ten other cars same price range that would destroy it.

    • @fegelxx8191
      @fegelxx8191 Год назад +2

      @@stingerredshock3418 definitely true

    • @pnourani
      @pnourani Год назад +33

      They're not in the same category. Depends if you want a GT or a track car. Anyways for 105k I'm getting a new Lotus Emira v6.

  • @kfree8841
    @kfree8841 Год назад +96

    Just picked up a 2019 RCF 10th Anniversary with 7k miles certified for the low 60s.
    Was in a F80 M3 Comp prior. Definitely not as fast but this car has so much character and is special. Honestly as a weekend car and occasional track car it’s hard to beat.

    • @randysiggers5332
      @randysiggers5332 Год назад +17

      Score bro! Was it CPO? I've had my RCF for years and daily drive it. Enjoy...

    • @Sarcastic_Asmodeus
      @Sarcastic_Asmodeus Год назад +8

      Damn, lucky! I bought my RCF when it just came out back in 2015. Yeah, it's paid off, but man i would've loved a 10th anniversary edition. 😣

    • @Legend-lc9bv
      @Legend-lc9bv Год назад

      @@Sarcastic_Asmodeus not me watching you rich aholes talk 😔

    • @kfree8841
      @kfree8841 Год назад +2

      @@randysiggers5332yep was CPO

    • @RandenMontalvo
      @RandenMontalvo Год назад +8

      Kudos! same came from a Prior M car and was about to get a M4GTS but test drove and fell lin love with the RCF Fuji Edition...just a platform you fall in love with cannot wait to take it to the track!!

  • @Arkeo36
    @Arkeo36 Год назад +133

    What a trippy world I live in. It's 2023 and three of my most desired cars are Lexii? Never would have thought. The tried and true GX for the family-hauling off-road-capable truck as a country vehicle, and the IS500 and RC-F as everyday sporty cars.

    • @koichi.k1161
      @koichi.k1161 Год назад +19

      There's a brand new GX on the way too.

    • @Arkeo36
      @Arkeo36 Год назад +7

      @@koichi.k1161 I'm not super thrilled about the turbo hybrid v6 though. I have to think Toyota's excellent 5 liter would be able to be retuned for a truck application.

    • @revaholic
      @revaholic Год назад +8

      You just love V8s my friend. But you probably knew that

    • @Arkeo36
      @Arkeo36 Год назад +5

      @@revaholic guilty! I like 6 cylinders more, but a big vehicle needs a v8 or the poor engine will be overworked for no advantages in fuel efficiency.

    • @papa_pt
      @papa_pt Год назад +7

      ​@@Arkeo36 you like six cylinders more? Get an IS350 then 😂

  • @cptchalk
    @cptchalk Год назад +7

    Just picked up a 2020 RC-F Premium with 6k miles. Having had a C7 Z06 and several GT500s it was time for more interior comfort, refinement and still have enough power to blast down back roads from time to time. It checks all the boxes and the Mark Levinson stereo is best factory stereo I’ve ever heard.

    • @Lambosown
      @Lambosown Год назад

      Hell yeah! Im between a c6 corvette or a first gen rcf as my first high performance car

    • @drhassan6892
      @drhassan6892 11 месяцев назад

      What factory stereos have you heard?

    • @cptchalk
      @cptchalk 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@drhassan6892 just about every single Volvo/Bmw Bowers & Wilkins, Audi Bang & Olufsen, and Mercedes Burmester. I will say the Mark Levinson in the LC500 just might be better than the one in the RCF, just recently heard that in person.

  • @MatthewGaither
    @MatthewGaither Год назад +91

    I think picking one of these up in the $70's used makes a lot more sense. At that point it's the same price as a new, regular RCF and that's definitely not a bad thing. Of course that assumes you have the time and inclination to track it. If you aren't doing track work you can pick up a used LC500 in the $70's also and that's just a better all around car.

  • @domteewhy52
    @domteewhy52 Год назад +32

    I’m glad it exists, even though it might be the last Lexus I could ever afford. Raw sounds and reliable motors is a good combo to have . Very appealing but expensive. Great video

    • @yamabushi_nate7825
      @yamabushi_nate7825 Год назад

      “Glad” it exists hu? Why?

    • @domteewhy52
      @domteewhy52 Год назад +5

      @@yamabushi_nate7825 see above.

    • @yamabushi_nate7825
      @yamabushi_nate7825 Год назад +4

      @@domteewhy52 It’s just the same exact car but left over from the ones they didn’t sell so put carbon on it and sound tubes. Charge $40k more. That’s it. Lol

    • @domteewhy52
      @domteewhy52 Год назад

      @@yamabushi_nate7825 sounds like my car. Maybe that’s why it excites me so much. I don’t use price as a reference.

    • @Sarcastic_Asmodeus
      @Sarcastic_Asmodeus Год назад +4

      I remember when the LFA just came out and how many people on the internet hated it. Same with the GSF and ISF. Guess what? Now that the cars aren't made, people lust for them. Car enthusiasts are weird.

  • @salimrandall
    @salimrandall Год назад +94

    For the price I’d get a regular RC-F and GR86 for the same money.

    • @floggyWM1
      @floggyWM1 Год назад +25

      or you could get is500 and Supra for the same money

    • @RandenMontalvo
      @RandenMontalvo Год назад +5

      @@floggyWM1 Or just get a LS swapped Miata cup car invest the rest in real estate. That list goes on and on. No real end to that lol.

    • @natthaphonnoble7946
      @natthaphonnoble7946 11 месяцев назад +1

      Could probably get a V8 custom swap for the GR at roughly the same price lmao

  • @ShootingCars
    @ShootingCars Год назад +29

    Ah. So THIS is who had this car before me. I'm getting ready to take it to work now!

  • @JDsHouseofHobbies
    @JDsHouseofHobbies Год назад +267

    I miss the old GS F. That was a gorgeous car andf had a usable back seat.

    • @v8_sami
      @v8_sami Год назад +61

      People start missing things when they are gone

    • @fredgen4811
      @fredgen4811 Год назад +4

      That was a very well balanced car.

    • @bbbt8090
      @bbbt8090 Год назад +19

      Same! The GS-F and IS-F was and still is their best versions.

    • @RK1FX
      @RK1FX Год назад +5

      @@v8_sami still can buy a used one

    • @Nomikeal
      @Nomikeal Год назад +18

      The good news is with Lexus reliability you can just go buy an old one. Not much goes wrong with these V8's. Reminds me of the somewhat boring but bulletproof M113 V8's in early 2000s Mercedes

  • @ChuckYuuu
    @ChuckYuuu Год назад +12

    Rode in this car for a parade lap with Roberto Guerrero around Road Atlanta, definately not the most focused track car for the money but there's still something special about the Lexus V8s. At the end of the day the brand is still luxury first, and tacking a few carbon bits at the end of development won't change that, but it's still one of the best sounding and most reliable cars you can still buy

    • @price9195
      @price9195 Год назад

      I drove Las Vegas Speedway outside roadcourse at speed with Roberto as my instructor. Cool to drive with an Indy pole setter.

  • @c04-i8h
    @c04-i8h Год назад +3

    This car is very popular in my country. I hear/see them drive by my house often. The best sounding car I’ve ever heard(tuned) and beautiful. Lexus ISF and RCF are amazing cars

  • @Vtinoco
    @Vtinoco Год назад +15

    Few people notice this car. 20 years from now they will miss him.

    • @c04-i8h
      @c04-i8h Год назад +1

      Yep. Lexus ISF already out of production

  • @DanDan-tt6gv
    @DanDan-tt6gv Год назад +26

    This channel should have millions of subs.
    I was going to comment something not so positive about this car, but there is a Toyota/Lexus cult fan, (just like Volvo fanatics) that are hardcore loyalists to the brand. So loyal, they can get scary.
    Anyways, I still commented for the algorithms.

    • @ktakashismith
      @ktakashismith Год назад +7

      Scotty Kilmer will personally disembowel every member of your family if you speak ill of a Toyota product, it's chilling how he signs off every video with such a dire warning.

    • @GOLD_FEVER
      @GOLD_FEVER Год назад

      You were going to comment how you feel and then you thought about what scary people on the internet would think if they saw it?
      Good call man!
      Imagine how scary and permanently emotionally scarring it would have been to flip through the replies that say scary things like "i disagree with you"
      and "my peepee is bigger than yours"

  • @samaccurso
    @samaccurso 9 месяцев назад +4

    Best thing is buying a regular RCF, add best bolt on performance parts, then your set!

  • @lonelyboysole
    @lonelyboysole Год назад +2

    It's different when u own an daily an rcf it automatically turns into one of the best coupes ever made

  • @seanjiang3174
    @seanjiang3174 Год назад +31

    I honestly don’t think Lexus made this to make money, i think they just wanted make a model to make a statement-- you can go to a track and have some fun while being comfortable and knowing this thing will get you home after the track day

    • @worldofz00
      @worldofz00 Год назад +3

      They know this, these types of cars aren’t necessarily to make money but act as a “halo” product for other vehicles in the lineup. Could also say the LFA is another example

    • @anthonymaldonado8018
      @anthonymaldonado8018 9 месяцев назад

      ​@@worldofz00the LFA had an awesome chassis and engine, the trans was not even an afterthought. Debuting such an awesome car with a dated trans when dual clutches were dominating the market. Toyota/lexus make awesome engines but it's like the thinking stops there. They never have the trans to back up there product ( with exception to the 95 mr2 and supra turbo). If the RCF had a ZF trans that would solve a shit ton right there.

    • @yousef.al-assaf
      @yousef.al-assaf 5 месяцев назад +2

      ​@anthonymaldonado8018
      The AA80E is an absolute beast with a dual personality. Sharp when you're pushing it, smooth when you're cruising; something that fits a luxury sportcar.
      The AA80E shifts faster than ZF at 100 ms too...

  • @lancercool1992
    @lancercool1992 Год назад +2

    I love that the regular rcf, base model, has the sunroof listed as an option, I’d like to think that when someone opts out of this optional sunroof they’ve made a telepathic connection with the engineers that they’ve picked the best rcf configuration available - and it happens to be the cheapest option configuration
    Lexus left this option in the menu for the 1 out of 10000 buyers who will appreciate this act, reminds me of the small group of engineers that designed the isf, this car has the most soul in the whole class.

  • @AoDAzrael
    @AoDAzrael Год назад +6

    The biggest problem is that you can get a fucking LC500 with a V8 for that price... No one should by a $100,000 RC-F over an LC500.

  • @elu5ive
    @elu5ive Год назад +20

    comfortable, capable, reliable,
    it's rare that all these boxes are checked by a single car.
    that should make it an exceptional daily..... for those who can afford it

  • @sdlausen1
    @sdlausen1 Год назад +9

    This car is an instant collectible.

  • @issafk8
    @issafk8 Год назад +2

    as a Lexus employee and being able to do the Lexus driving school at COTA, it had to be the absolute best thing I've ever done!

  • @maxcurry9667
    @maxcurry9667 Год назад +3

    Pretty easy to solve this. Buy the base RC-F, do your own suspension and weight reduction, install RR Racing supercharger. Now its faster and lighter than the track edition plus you've probably still spent less money.

  • @boy638
    @boy638 Год назад +15

    I'm surprised that huge wing don't make more downforce.
    Wished they sell each performance parts separately for a regular RCF.

  • @Sebb747
    @Sebb747 Год назад +12

    I love the design of the track edition, but to be honest, at least for me it feels like a strange compromise. If you want a comfortable, reliable car with an awesome engine, go get the normal RC F and enjoy your heated- and cooled seats. I also really like the TVD, which is, strangely enough, not available on the track edition. On the other hand, if maximum track performance is what you want to go for, the RC F probably isn't the right platform to start with. If you're looking for a track-daily-combination that will last a long time and also don't care much about resulting times or creature comforts, this might be the answer, but that is probably a very niche market.

  • @aurorajones8481
    @aurorajones8481 Год назад +12

    I toyed with ordering one of these vs an LC500 and IS500. No regrets. I love my LC. I track my moto's so to me tracking ANY car is like wrangling a sumo wrestler around. It seems so odd to track a car over a moto.

    • @bigjdm5460
      @bigjdm5460 Год назад

      I picked up a 23 IS500 last week. I looked at a LC500. I thought they were small. The interior space was not tight. Really nice cabin.

  • @bigmarkdarula
    @bigmarkdarula Год назад +6

    they need a hopped up version of the LC honestly - winglets wings wangs ribs ducts etc

  • @MrSinobi52
    @MrSinobi52 Год назад +10

    What do you find more value in, things that last or things that don't last?

  • @doggedlydetermined7022
    @doggedlydetermined7022 Год назад +58

    Worth the price tag for the rarity and uniqueness alone. Full exhaust is all it needs.

    • @skiddmcmarx5368
      @skiddmcmarx5368 Год назад +27

      Exactly what I was thinking. Its no ordinary car after all.

    • @zenkoz3158
      @zenkoz3158 Год назад +14

      Ah yes, pay for a titanium exhaust and then replace it

    • @valdaviper1
      @valdaviper1 Год назад +4

      @@zenkoz3158 pretty sure they just meant it needs headers which are the biggest gains on F cars and make the sound much better.

    • @zenkoz3158
      @zenkoz3158 Год назад +8

      @@valdaviper1 "full exhaust" doesn't really sound like just headers lol 🤷

    • @drunkpolack7612
      @drunkpolack7612 Год назад +1

      They sound absolutely nasty with headers

  • @KoncealedCinema
    @KoncealedCinema Год назад +7

    This car is a gem

    • @natthaphonnoble7946
      @natthaphonnoble7946 11 месяцев назад

      Would be if it weren’t for the price holly jumpin!! Competition at 70-100 gs yeah I’m getting something else.

  • @duckylucky6505
    @duckylucky6505 Год назад +14

    Well at least it looks better than the new BMWs.

  • @KevRC4130
    @KevRC4130 Год назад +6

    If you think of it like a Black Series competitor, it's a bargain. I like it - unique, and will always keep its value as a rare, prized Japanese sports car, And presumably be bulletproof, reliable, and very tunable - though I actually like it better as a collector's car to really respect as something special.

    • @36ChambersOfFear
      @36ChambersOfFear Год назад

      This car is in no way shape or form a Black Series competitor. Reliable and bulletproof is about it. Not fast or tunable compared to the Germans.

  • @kennetha.1937
    @kennetha.1937 Год назад +5

    As an RC (350) owner myself, $100k+ for this RC-F, brand new, is insanity. Used is always the way to go.
    And like others have said, if you DID have $70k+ to spend, I'd much rather go a used LC500 route, or GS-F. Practicality with the same amount of fun.

    • @RandenMontalvo
      @RandenMontalvo Год назад

      Well i think people that buy this car probably make enough where that price isn't really shocking jsut saying :)

  • @koichi.k1161
    @koichi.k1161 Год назад +78

    It's a pretty unique car, seems like a reasonable price on those grounds. It's built like a real bank vault, unlikely to be something you'll only enjoy for 10 years and then screw around with. You'll probably pull this beast out in 20 years and still be good.

    • @dillonsrt
      @dillonsrt Год назад +24

      It doesn't do anything better than it's competition aside from comfort, and to that point if I'm buying a "track edition" then comfort isn't on my check list. Car is a dud

    • @guycha0s380
      @guycha0s380 Год назад +16

      Lc500 is a better deal for the money

    • @jerrywarren2007
      @jerrywarren2007 Год назад +1

      @@guycha0s380 Agree. This is really for another customer, say an M4 customer who wanted the Lexus reliability, etc. and the extra features (ex. CF brakes).

    • @joe718gt4
      @joe718gt4 Год назад +5

      As much as I like the look and the engine... unfortunately the driving experience, the most important aspect, doesn't sound like it matches the price at all. Especially for something approaching six figures. I'd rather get the standard car and mod it and probably save 10-20k.

    • @jdmbren13
      @jdmbren13 Год назад +1

      @@dillonsrt keep the hate, I find these comments hilarious ,
      U just do t know what a special car is lolll
      I doesn’t have to do anything better lolllll

  • @jordanbuttkevitz6895
    @jordanbuttkevitz6895 Год назад +7

    I traded my GSF in for a F80 M3CS with DCT… I haven’t looked back and relability hasn’t been an issue. I can’t fathom spending $100k on this RCF - at least the GSF was practical for $60k or less.

    • @CadexLaw
      @CadexLaw Год назад +1

      I went from an IS250 to an M3 Competition & every single person I know said “oh you’ll regret it those German brands are terrible!!” ..needless to say not a single issue to report, currently at 60k miles & been tuned since day 1. Haven’t even done ignition coils or spark plugs yet.

    • @RK1FX
      @RK1FX Год назад

      @@CadexLaw what are your oil filters intervals

    • @MrMittenshasatophat
      @MrMittenshasatophat Год назад +5

      @@CadexLaw 60k is not worth talking about that is low mileage in USA, come back when you hit 120k and report your issues

    • @carboydorifutoparty3976
      @carboydorifutoparty3976 Год назад

      ​@@MrMittenshasatophat there are F80s that have passed 100k easily. They're pretty reliable ws long as they're taken care of like any car.

    • @CadexLaw
      @CadexLaw Год назад +3

      @@MrMittenshasatophat plenty of examples closing on 150k. I can’t speak for every BMW engine but I’ve owned an S55 & B58. Both are very stout closed deck with forged internals & mechanical pump plus auxiliary pump for turbo(s) I haven’t owned a BMW V8 though & those seem to be the troublesome engines.

  • @23ofSeptember
    @23ofSeptember Год назад +1

    Thanks. I just woke up from a coma and this was the first RUclips video I watched.

  • @aritruths1452
    @aritruths1452 Год назад +21

    You're getting a car that stands out from all the others! Reliable and will never leave you stranded. Years down the line you can pass it along to your grandchildren to have some fun in it.

    • @speedracer2please
      @speedracer2please Год назад +3

      THAT'S what luxury means to me. Something like a Rolex. I don't understand spending a ton on something that only lasts a few years.

    • @JacesOwnWorld
      @JacesOwnWorld Год назад +8

      You can literally make this same argument for any car with a higher spec than its base model equivalent lol. Thing is, most of them aren't over $100k lol

    • @speedracer2please
      @speedracer2please Год назад +2

      @@JacesOwnWorld I don't think there are any Mercedes anymore that will be passed down to grandchildren lol

  • @deanchur
    @deanchur Год назад +2

    The world's only factory-built TVR Speed 12 is coming up for auction.
    If you need a car to tame Gorilla Jack that's the one; it makes a Viper look tame...I would love so much to see you guys try and drive it, the drive segment would just be 5 minutes of Jack and Mark slack-jawed as they try not to die.

  • @SueBobChicVid
    @SueBobChicVid Год назад +26

    Even if I had piles of cash laying around, I doubt this vehicle would ever be on my shopping list.

    • @hamsterbrigade
      @hamsterbrigade Год назад

      Same, as I said above. I'd rather own an LC500. I think this car is destined to be a waste of money; it's not desirable. At least there are a fairly large group of people who desire LC500s, it's also a limited run car, there are a group of people who find the looks intoxicating, and it has a modern transmission. I don't know a single person who wants this trim(at a 30-40k premium) of the RCF.

  • @fayehall7483
    @fayehall7483 Год назад

    20 years ago not many understand Lexus..sc430c, now they do, thank all car guys

  • @lkjh00on89
    @lkjh00on89 Год назад +1

    Chris is such a natural on camera!

  • @francisgomes9976
    @francisgomes9976 Год назад +6

    M4 all day, even Supra is better alternative will save you lot of $$

  • @JStryker7
    @JStryker7 Год назад +9

    It’s surprising that they sell enough of these to justify continued production

    • @305Nick
      @305Nick Год назад

      Lexus is a strage company. All people want is an ISF. The is500 is such a letdown with a shitty trans, no coolers etc

  • @BarnStangz
    @BarnStangz Год назад

    I give props to Lexus for building this car, they don't have to do it, but they know that the RC F fans like it. The price is down right stupid, like most of the Lexus line up, but this car will be a great used buy in a couple of years if you can find one, which you probably won't be able to. Not too many people talk about the exclusivity of the F cars. You're not going to see too many of them, that's for sure. Hell, I've NEVER seen another GS F on the road where I live, other than my own, so that's kind of neat pulling up into a Car's and Coffee with something that pretty much no one else is going to have... And I'm fortunate that this thing will last 10 lifetimes since they are built so well. Thanks for the video. I hope AI Mark makes a return soon...

  • @robbyc8926
    @robbyc8926 Год назад +10

    Would be nice with a manual option, ive hard people complain about the transmission

  • @Smllc22318
    @Smllc22318 Год назад +2

    Good to see Jack wearing his Patagonia. Almost his home uniform at this point

  • @frankroselli7963
    @frankroselli7963 Месяц назад

    I adore my 2015 rc f it’s amazing I would never sell her so gorgeous and fun such a beast

  • @will.davlin
    @will.davlin Год назад +8

    We need a camry trim with 8 inch ground clearance

  • @devongee1776
    @devongee1776 Год назад +6

    Havent tapped a SG notification this fast in a long time.

  • @wayneh1562
    @wayneh1562 Год назад +1

    choices , always good to have choices . I have seen the rc f in person ,they are a good looking vehicle

  • @brianm5753
    @brianm5753 Год назад +10

    Collectables become collectable because people thought there was better options at the time. I think this is for the Toyota and longevity people

    • @KamikazeSOF2
      @KamikazeSOF2 Год назад +1

      I doubt this will become that collectible. It's not much different than the RC-F, it doesn't do anything better than its competition. It's not even more engaging, other than engine sound, which you can get in a much cheaper Mustang GT.
      Cars that become collectibles always have something special about them, even if they're objectively worse in performance. If this had a proper manual, it would stand a better chance, IMO. In fact, the transmission is going to be a hurdle for collectible status.
      The price will probably have a floor, but you likely won't see them fetching a premium...ever.

    • @brianm5753
      @brianm5753 Год назад

      @@KamikazeSOF2 It's a V8. The last of Japanese V8. That's why. What makes the LFA special when there's so many V10s in the streets? I know it's not the sound, it's the rarity of the model.

    • @KamikazeSOF2
      @KamikazeSOF2 Год назад

      @@brianm5753 The LFA is almost unrivaled in its sound. It's widely regarded as probably the top two in the sound department, along with the Carrera GT. It was also a very exclusive vehicle.
      The RC-F doesn't have any of that going for it. It sounds great, but it's really close to the Coyote, a car that is much cheaper. It being Japanese only makes a difference to a very tiny minority, and not enough to make it collectible, IMO.
      The track edition of the RC-F isn't that much different, as I said before.

  • @andrewjacobson556
    @andrewjacobson556 Год назад +1

    The RCF, IS500,and LC500 I'd be happy with either one!!! It's to bad the LS no longer has a V8!!!!

  • @st4xor
    @st4xor Год назад +1

    Reviews where the answer is "meh" add so much credibility to this channel 👍👍

  • @joe718gt4
    @joe718gt4 Год назад +5

    If not much faster or engaging that the regular RCF I don't see the value in this. Just get the regular one and put on your favorite wheels and exhaust and save 10-20K for almost the same experience. Or just get the LC

  • @barrydraper
    @barrydraper Год назад +5

    Great sounding classic V8 car with some impressive long term reliability, but for over $100K?! No thank you. This should not be over $75K loaded. For the MSRP, I think I'd rather have a naturally aspirated C8 Corvette or several other cars. Just my preference...

  • @Cleofizoid
    @Cleofizoid Год назад +2

    Man, I hope a redesign of the RC F is in the offing. I was saving to buy a non-track edition since 2018. But then, the car got too outdated to buy, as much as I love it. The IS 500 came along at $20k less and I snapped up a 2022 Premium.
    But, make the RC F lighter, with latest Lexus Infotainment, rear seat delete, updated interior w/emphasis on luxury, latest LSS+, sleeker exterior, more horsepower and torque, keep the NA engine, better AT...I'd buy that RC F in a minute to stable with my IS 500 FSP.

    • @MisterSkizzels
      @MisterSkizzels Год назад

      If you are looking at an impractical coupe - just go buy a Supra and be done with it.

    • @Cleofizoid
      @Cleofizoid Год назад

      @MisterSkizzels I hear ya', but nah. I'll wait and hope against hope that in 2024 or 2025 Lexus will do just what I described.

    • @lf4_greg
      @lf4_greg Год назад

      Next gen (if it goes on sale) will probably come with a TTV6. We’ll see what the GT3 version powerplant is and if Lexus will offer a street version.

  • @Promisedland_garage
    @Promisedland_garage Год назад +2

    Lexus gots the look,the reliability
    but the only problem is they aren t daring ,take no risk, no changes,

  • @zohanele.d139
    @zohanele.d139 Год назад +118

    A special car. Hope it isn't the last of Lexus pushing boundaries like they did with these.

    • @The_Stanman
      @The_Stanman Год назад +22

      LFA is pushing boundaries. This is the exact opposite. The RC was Lexus's way to enter this segment with minimal investment. They cobbled together existing platforms (GS front, IS convertible mid-section, IS sedan rear) and existing parts. It was uncompetitive when it launched in 2015 (see Chris Harris comparison to F82 M4 years ago).
      I appreciate reliability but that shouldn't be the main reason to buy a performance car IMO.

    • @The_Stanman
      @The_Stanman Год назад +1

      Or perhaps I missed the sarcasm here 😅

    • @sly9263
      @sly9263 Год назад +13

      @@The_Stanman lol I would like the imagine he was being sarcastic with the "pushing boundaries" because this vehicle absolutely does NOT do that... but the way he wrote the comment, I think he was serious, lmao

    • @GloGangBruceWayne
      @GloGangBruceWayne Год назад +1

      They’re already scheduled to go full EV 2030 and beyond so this is indeed the last gen. They do have an EV prototype that looks very cool though.

    • @augustortiz
      @augustortiz Год назад +5

      Pushing the boundaries of scamming your customers?

  • @thomaschristopherwhite9043
    @thomaschristopherwhite9043 Год назад +2

    I really want this one. Like I reeeaaallly want one.

  • @RevLexus
    @RevLexus Год назад +1

    Great video, interesting colour choice!

  • @kensnyder2340
    @kensnyder2340 Год назад +2

    I wish Toyota would have put this engine in the Tundra! Even tuned for a truck, I think it would have been great. Too bad they didn't make a USA model with the V8 a lot of us want!

  • @machina_spirit
    @machina_spirit Год назад +6

    * spits out morning coffee*
    $103k!?!?!
    Still nearly 4k lbs… it weighs just barely less than a V8 M3… convertible E93 lol

    • @minorsalaam
      @minorsalaam Год назад +3

      Apparently it handles poorly for track car standards too

  • @ericdolby1622
    @ericdolby1622 Год назад +2

    Why does it look like 4 different cars glued together?

  • @Careover
    @Careover Год назад +5

    If only this car had a ZF transmission, it would be deadly. But the asking price is something I’d buy a used GS or ISF to save money when it comes to performance

    • @nickadkins7765
      @nickadkins7765 Год назад

      These Aisin trans shift quick and will last forever. Doesn't need a ZF in the slightest

    • @Careover
      @Careover Год назад

      @@nickadkins7765 Last forever yes
      Shift quick no. Compared to its German cousin the supra, supra will beat the "best" RCF out the water

    • @nickadkins7765
      @nickadkins7765 Год назад

      @@Careover it is a quick shifting trans. Is it Porsche PDK fast? Absolutely not, but it is quick. When I had my ISF I was very impressed with the trans. Stock for stock a Supra would win. A stock Supra is not beating a FBO RCF. Idk if that's what you meant by "best" RCF was a FBO one, or just referring to the stock Fuji edition in particular?

    • @Careover
      @Careover Год назад

      @@nickadkins7765 The price to performance for this model is not worth it. The issue is that mechanically speaking, the Track Edition has the same reliable 8 speed as the ISF, GSF, regular RCF and new IS500. The only difference is the software tuning, so this track edition and its differential setup should be the fastest in a straight line, but its still mechanically slow. Remember when the ISF was called the "M3 Killer" back in 2008? fast forward to now and its slow

    • @nickadkins7765
      @nickadkins7765 Год назад

      @@Careover I'm not defending the price. It's purely a collector car in my eyes. I know the ZF is faster shifting, but 1/10th of a second for the Aisin is fast and I will die on that hill. Like I said I owned an ISF and I still consider it fast to this day. Fastest? No. But fast nonetheless.

  • @SmokeyES350
    @SmokeyES350 Год назад

    DREAM CAR OMG🔥🔥🔥 made my day when you downshifted & started sliding it

  • @thewhitecarrot
    @thewhitecarrot Год назад +32

    This is a GT car that is trying to identify as a track car and failing at it.

    • @ZephyrCorsa
      @ZephyrCorsa Год назад +3

      Toyota made a proper sportscar once in its entire existence (LFA)

  • @para39gt
    @para39gt Год назад

    just be happy that you guys can still buy this beautiful v8 sports car in the US

  • @fredgen4811
    @fredgen4811 Год назад +5

    I think I will keep my LC500

  • @edmontontangobar4991
    @edmontontangobar4991 Год назад +1

    On my 2000 GS getting the V8 was about a 10% increase over the 6-cyl, to get the V8 here adds about 35% over the base RC. Yes, it comes with more than just the engine, but why not narrow that gap and sell more cars in total.

  • @revmatchtv
    @revmatchtv Год назад

    These are nice, and have a lot of character. They will probably hold their value, but not my personal cup of tea. Nice to see a new face on camera!

  • @khanfauji7
    @khanfauji7 Год назад

    I have a 2015 RCF stock and it’s relatively the same as the ones today.

  • @tims3065
    @tims3065 Год назад

    Why dont you keep your live streams up past a few days? They are the BEST content you have.

  • @phosimmie
    @phosimmie Год назад +15

    If this weighed around 3500lbs and had a little power bump 500-525hp with the 10 speed transmission from the LC. It would be perfect👌

    • @williammorales3859
      @williammorales3859 Год назад +3

      This is the goal right here.

    • @RandenMontalvo
      @RandenMontalvo Год назад +1

      the LCs transmission is slower and worse from a performance perspective FYI. It only sounds and gives the emotion and character in my view. If it had the LCs Transmission it would actually overheat since the LC has no trans cooler. They dont have that 10 speed in a setup thats comparable to robust nature of the 8 Speed Asin of of yet. One of the many reasons the LC is not a F car. LC is a great car it's just a different tool designed for a different purpose and there's a reason it doesn't have a F on it in its current config. That is all.

    • @kwikfilmsTV
      @kwikfilmsTV Год назад +1

      These LC comparisons are ridiculous...The only thing in common is the price point. It's unfortunate not many drivers will be able to experience a Fuji/TE and it's full potential. But you and I know the real deal... @@RandenMontalvo

    • @RandenMontalvo
      @RandenMontalvo Год назад

      @@kwikfilmsTV Agreed its an odd thing. But it mostly comes from folks that dont know these cars or have not driven them and just going by ambiance or impressions. In reality you throw that 10SPD in a RCF and it would not only be slower than a on temp Aisin it would overheat doing heavy track duty in its highest setting. If i were to state an upgrade for the F cars which are actually designed for duel purpose use, unlike a LC...it would be a new DCT/ZF that would be an upgrade to the Aisin. Both are great cars but have different purposes and should be celebrated for what their lanes are because of their damn good at their intent. Folks dont know but this is still relatively early with Lexus with full F cars. Only less than an handful of cars have earned that designation and with time it will grow. I think we have at least 1 more generation of possibly new F cars with ICE engines or hybrid-assisted engines before we sadly venture into electric performance cars. I love Lexus for what they did with the TEs/Fujis ..truly a treat that even me as a M car lover had to experience and glad to say....totally get it now and just love the car. Its in my view how it should've came originally but thats just me ( I personally was not a fan of the heavier TVD iterations coming from M Diffs this combo was perfect with weight balance, aero and stopping power ). Like yourself its just a car you have to drive for a long session to be like...wow this is a damn good car. Found myself saying that more than test driving M4GTS and a Gen 1 R8 to my utter shock and thats when i had to cut the check. Its an underrated great machine that puts a huge smile on your face.

  • @singular9
    @singular9 Год назад +9

    People about the IS500: LEXUS DIDNT DO ENOUGH IT NEEDS TO BE A RACE CAR
    People about the RCF Track Edition: BEST CAR EVER IT SOUNDS SO GOOD!!!!
    WTF poeple. The track edition is precisely where lexus did NOT do enough, and the IS500 is the perfect sleeper sedan for accountants. You have it all backwards.

  • @FAUNASO
    @FAUNASO Год назад +7

    I originally considered the LC 500 but I got one of these last year(Matte grey, 6k miles for $74k). I agree that the 100k MSRP is too much but used they can be great deals.
    It looks good, sounds good, and it has noticeable better power/handling than an LC 500.
    If you like the LC but wish for a bit more performance, same reliability, V8 and backseats that can hold more than just a kid, this is it.
    Not worried about a couple tenths faster 0-60 from competitors. You get used to the power in a few months of owning a new car and in this case I would be left dealing with 6cyl Vacuum noises.

  • @marsarmory6236
    @marsarmory6236 Год назад

    I picked up a clean low mile 2016 carbon tvd edition for $40k, and it had rr racing tune and parts and borla exhaust, much better than stock. You would be hard pressed to find a better car at the price I paid forget what they want for this thing at 100k! It’s also important to note these rcf’s have low long term ownership cost and insurance is cheap.

  • @nathandm1
    @nathandm1 9 месяцев назад

    Celebrate that fact that it exists, even tho it's the slowest speed isn't everything!! It's definitely one of the coolest!!!!

  • @anydaynow01
    @anydaynow01 Год назад +24

    For that price they should have put a six speed in it, I'm sure they could have worked out a deal for some CD009s!

  • @gsxellence
    @gsxellence Год назад +3

    RCF is beast 💪😈

  • @xwarped83
    @xwarped83 Год назад +2

    The used market is where it’s at for this car now.

  • @TrackdayRay
    @TrackdayRay Год назад +1

    The Lexus version of the F82 CS. These two cars share a ideology. Reduced luxury features and a minuscule increase in hp.
    Outrageously priced new but not bad on the used market.

  • @brianpara1407
    @brianpara1407 Год назад +1

    I like the wig and shades, Mark. Voice sounds a little different.. did you have a cold during filming?

  • @aznxtac808
    @aznxtac808 Год назад +1

    Can you review the m340i? Would love to see your thoughts on it! Thanks!!

  • @DCPEvo
    @DCPEvo Год назад +1

    Total news to me that Lexus would like to be known as a performance brand. Among their competition I think I would have had then last behind the Germans and even Cadillac.

  • @peterpabian
    @peterpabian Год назад

    Best intro music ever.

  • @damonreece
    @damonreece Год назад +2

    The bottom of those seats look mysteriously similar to those on the GR86...

  • @veselingramatikov
    @veselingramatikov Год назад +1

    What you value more than being fast = design, comfort, reliability and sound as long you are not superslow.

  • @Toyota4Life
    @Toyota4Life Год назад +6

    I’m not gonna lie ..
    I’m getting tired of cars being written off because they’re not as fast as another car. I have seen this car in person and it’s beautiful. It’s a work of art. The looks of this car is worth the money alone.
    Obviously, this car is “slower” then competition because it’s an older type of performance car. Lexus has not updated their high-performance F line. Also, lexus has done enough to prove that they can make enthusiast cars. They are no longer “trying”. If I was not a car enthusiast and I was just a normal person, I will completely write this car off because of your review of it.

    • @Chin_Face
      @Chin_Face Год назад +1

      I didn't clarify in the vid enough, but other cars feel more tactile, have more sense of occasion (even Lexus has the LC which is more exciting on track), or are more practical and usable at the same price or lower.
      The regular RC-F is 98% of this car for significantly cheaper, but it's just not suited for this role (track) between how disconnected it feels and how slow and disruptive the trans is. My personal pick for this price would be a ZL1 1LE and a hefty insurance policy, or an M3/M4 comp and a stack of paper bags, but I find even the GR86 more fun to be honest, if not as special.

  • @lexusrcf2441
    @lexusrcf2441 Год назад +5

    Better than the m4

  • @2ZZGE100
    @2ZZGE100 Год назад +14

    The RCF track edition put down a lap time around Nürburgring of 7:48 with a normal owner with traffic completely stock. Without traffic, the German owner could have gone a 7:42 - 7:43. RCF is still very competitive around a race track even today. Regarding the comparison with IS500, I have driven the IS500 and own an RCF. In a straight line, CarAndDriver achieved something like a 12.3 seconds with it. The IS500 feels much softer and feels markedly different than the RCF. Recently, in one of the car shows, there was a track battle between an RCF and A91 Supra. Both with basic suspension mods and the Supra with a tune. It basically came down to a tie between the cars. The real world is not what people read off the paper. I am not exactly sure what the passenger was there for as he sounded completely clueless.

    • @sly9263
      @sly9263 Год назад +2

      without traffic over half the times on fastest laps would be significantly improved. 7m 50s isn't particularly impressive, especially for an overweight, $100,000 vehicle.

    • @colin-nekritz
      @colin-nekritz Год назад +4

      Ah, you’re obviously new to this channel. That’s “The Intern.” He’s not entirely “useless” per se, someone needs to carry Jack’s clubs when they’ve run out of golf carts and wash and detail Mark’s third ex-wife’s boyfriends car. You want actual useless, go back 6+ years pre-Jack when Mark would have a mechanic on who hated any car build past 1985 and had zero input or comments on any of their early press cars. Now that guy was useless.

    • @2ZZGE100
      @2ZZGE100 Год назад

      @@colin-nekritz LOL I think you are talking about Turbowski. Right?

    • @2ZZGE100
      @2ZZGE100 Год назад

      @@sly9263 7:48 is with traffic and I am comparing with manufacturer lap times, which are done without any traffic. It is in the hands of an owner who is not a pro race car driver either. It IS indeed very impressive considering it is a non-pro driver. 3850 - 3900 lbs is not overweight in today's day and age as even an M2 is almost 3900 lbs. I own an RCF and that rigidity due to all of the reinforcements, pays dividends on the track.

    • @oraclemiata845
      @oraclemiata845 Год назад +2

      @@2ZZGE100 and your surely not biased at all…. It’s a great hodgepodge car, with a fantastic motor. It’s overpriced though.

  • @andydufresne8034
    @andydufresne8034 Год назад +4

    I think of the RC-F as a grand tourer, and when I get mine, it's never going to a track. The track edition seems pointless to me. And it looks better in red without the carbon fiber and wing.

    • @dougrobinson8602
      @dougrobinson8602 Год назад +2

      100%. You see so many battleship grey cars now, and I think it's a boring color. The flat black wheels look like some teenager bought a few cans of PlastiKote or hot rod primer black and went to town. A set of CF rims would look amazing and lose some unsprung weight.

    • @andydufresne8034
      @andydufresne8034 Год назад

      @@dougrobinson8602 I need to get two RCs. An F in red, and probably black 350. I want the V6 and chrome trim too. There's a 350 in my area in black with factory-crhomed wheels and it is so damn sexy.

  • @Drew_Koch
    @Drew_Koch Год назад +20

    Man I hate that Alfa Romeo never gets a mention. At this price, the Quadrifoglio definitely needs to be in the conversation.

    • @ethan8532
      @ethan8532 Год назад +8

      While the Guilia quadrifoglio is way cooler, this Lexus is miles more reliable.

    • @planbparadise2046
      @planbparadise2046 Год назад +3

      It's not Germany and infamous for being the next most unreliable car brand in the world right after FIAT (same company)

    • @jetx2599
      @jetx2599 Год назад +4

      Because you can’t in good faith recommend it to someone because of how much they break down

    • @tom11zz884
      @tom11zz884 Год назад +2

      With Alfa Romeo's not so stellar reliability history in America, people have a right not to include it.
      Lexus has earned its right to be America's darling with its superb reliability and quality.

    • @305Nick
      @305Nick Год назад

      Hopefully we can get a proper SG technical review once the refresh Quadrifoglio comes out.

  • @krazykorean42069
    @krazykorean42069 Год назад

    Can you do a review of the 2024 Ford Maverick when it comes out please? 🙏🙏🙏

  • @kenchen704
    @kenchen704 Год назад +1

    Lexus knows this car doesn’t make sense, but they also know it doesn’t have to just like their big V8s. This car exists just to give us one more car that will fit the glorious V8;

  • @chinzilla6297
    @chinzilla6297 Год назад +3

    Mark looks different… must be the new sunglasses.

  • @zali9657
    @zali9657 Год назад +2

    The other day I was building a regular RTF and that was around 90 carefully optioned out and I think this car is outdated specially the transmission the only competitor to this car is realistically is the Ford mustang GT they both have a 50 but the coyote motor has way more aftermarket support compared to the 500 in the Lexus. It’s like choosing an M3 or an RCF let’s face it the M3 is gonna be way better than the RC if in every single way

  • @TundeEszlari
    @TundeEszlari Год назад +2

    Amazing video.

  • @chrish8487
    @chrish8487 Год назад +2

    Sadly, the vast majority of these "track edition" RCFs will never see a track and will be garage queens for rich pricks. Kudos to the owner, Chris, for actually tracking his car 👍

    • @lf4_greg
      @lf4_greg Год назад

      Just @ me next time 😂
      I bought a track capable car (CT4 BW with all the track ready CF bits) that mostly collects dust as a garage queen. We’re not all pricks nor are we rich lol.

  • @LearnAboutFlow
    @LearnAboutFlow Год назад +6

    I don't see the point other than to brag about how much money you spent, money that could have bought a much more fun GR86, or three of them.

  • @sshhddoo9892
    @sshhddoo9892 Год назад +3

    I really like what the RCF offers but at the end of the day with that price, I'm look at a lightly used LC500 if I'm gonna get a lexus