LFA [Official] Lexus LF-A Supercar (Production Version)
hoffmeister_fan
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I'm kind of right there with you. The F12 is just an absolute achievement. But I still find the LFA a bit more special despite nearly a 200 bhp deficit. The F12 just seems like the next step in a long and glorious line of Ferrari GTs...it just feels expected. Even the interior seems like a given amongst Ferraris nowadays. Granted the LFA's gestation was nigh on 10 years, it still was a surprise.
Now, I'm not saying the F12 is terrible. Far from it. Very far from it, in fact. But if I had the means, I would strongly look at both, and in my heart of hearts I would probably value the LFA just a bit more. And believe me, I too find it odd that I would take a Lexus over something from Enzo's storied firm, but I really like and respect what the LFA stands for.
One thing were the LFA exeads any Ferrari is quality, and maybe that is what makes the LFA more special. I mean it is built "like" a Pagani. I just think it is a pity for Ferrari/Maserati, Porsche was the same but it has changed. Just sit in the new Boxster, you don't want to get out of it.
hoffmeister_fan
Kraftwagen König
I respectfully beg to differ. Ferraris are quality machines, but their reliability is neither here nor there. With the introduction of the Honda (Acura) NSX, their hand was forced in improving their quality/reliability and they have from what they were in the 1980's. They were one of the first (but not THE first) to pioneer aluminum construction, and the number of innovations that was introduced in F1 that has trickled down into their road car is downright impressive. And the cars they make are still very special.
But....it's all expected and presumed. Case in point, their interior, save for the HVAC vents and some detailing on top of the interior tunnel, it's an amalgam of FF and 458. There's very little differentiation between its models. While I am absolutely sure the drive will provide a sense of occasion, it'd be nice to have their high-end car provide some occasion from its "lesser" brethren in terms of interior differentiation. I feel you can get away with that in a M-B or BMW, but I expect a bit more form Ferrari. But, again, the quality is there. Now if the folks at Ferrari can do something about those pesky self-combustion.
Whether it's built like a Pagani, that's also debatable. It's all very bespoke, the LFA is. And although there is some artistic liberties taken, it's all very perfunctory compared to Huayra. It's the age-old principle of form following function. Whereas Paganis, especially the Huayras, are a work of bloody art. It's not form following function, it's form and function working simultaneously, if that makes any sense. Pagani's mandate was that it had to look impeccably special and work well at the same time. What both the Paganis and LFAs are uncompromised and made with OCD-level attention. Everything is there for a specific purpose. And in that sense, it is built "like" a Pagani, in that the engineers approached both projects as such. Pagani does take it further though, i.e. matching and aligning carbon fiber weaves, forming gauge clusters out of a single piece of milled aluminum, etc.
But why did go to this thread, I almost forgot the LFA. Now I again won't be able to sleep this night, I'll be thinking about an LFA.
That is quite funny, customers are taking delevery of their "Toyota" Supercar (look at the truck) and BMW doesn't even have just a proper Sportcar to release soon.
That is quite funny, customers are taking delevery of their "Toyota" Supercar (look at the truck) and BMW doesn't even have just a proper Sportcar to release soon.
Lexus is on a roll. This brand is getting on top of my list.
And the IMO, the LF-LC is the most beautiful car in shape, proportions style and design. I saw it at Geneva and spend about an hour looking and admiring it, the reason why I did not have much time at the Mercedes stand, because the show was closing.
And the IMO, the LF-LC is the most beautiful car in shape, proportions style and design. I saw it at Geneva and spend about an hour looking and admiring it, the reason why I did not have much time at the Mercedes stand, because the show was closing.
Bruce
Kraftwagen König
As a Japanese car fanatic I can't tell you how proud I am of Toyota for giving the green light on the LF-A. For so many years I've had to scream at the top of my lungs debating that the Japanese have not only had great sports cars in the past, but could make a HyperCars. Years and years of bullshit and put downs to finally lead to the purest example of Japanese technology, this Lexus. I don't ever want to hear anyone saying that the Asian's can't make great sports cars. The LF-A is an amazing vehicle and another great tribute to the world of Japanese sportsters. Never forgetting: Mitsubishi models, Subaru Sti models, Nissan Skyline and Silvia, Toyota MR2 and Supra models, Honda S2000, Civic and NSX and respective Type-R models of those and many more. I'm sure there are many more!
It is great to see their commitment to racing at Nurburgring every year.
But, seriously with LFA going out of production at the beginning of 2013, what will they have to race with next racing season??
Hopefully, there will be an LFA 2 next year to race at the Nurburgring 24-hour.
But, seriously with LFA going out of production at the beginning of 2013, what will they have to race with next racing season??
Hopefully, there will be an LFA 2 next year to race at the Nurburgring 24-hour.
Soup
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Paris Hilton’s $375K Lexus LFA Car Troubles w/ The Links; Car Didn’t Explode
Paris Hilton signs autographs for fans while waiting for her car troubles to end in Beverly Hills. AAA was called to the scene after Hilton’s Lexus wouldn’t start in the parking garage. After a bit of tinkering, they finally got it going and Paris rode off. I’m just shocked that AAA guys know how to fix a Lexus LFA.
Paris Hilton signs autographs for fans while waiting for her car troubles to end in Beverly Hills. AAA was called to the scene after Hilton’s Lexus wouldn’t start in the parking garage. After a bit of tinkering, they finally got it going and Paris rode off. I’m just shocked that AAA guys know how to fix a Lexus LFA.
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