This is the Lexus LF-LC Blue and it was the car’s world premiere presentation in Sydney. So we figured we’d show it here first under cover so you can imagine “pulling the silk”, as MC Glenn Ridge kept saying throughout the media day.
After the break you’ll see more of the LF-LC Blue and while we can’t say we’re massive fans of the car, the level of detail is highly impressive. This is most evident in the lighting clusters, especially the rear. The interior, too, benefits from the skills of some highly trained craftspeople.
Keen readers will remember the first LF-LC concept was shown in Detroit. However, the LF-LC Blue wears a specially created paint inspired by the rich blue found in Australian opals. We also now have a bit more idea about the drivetrain, which brings 372kW (500hp) to the table thanks to its petrol/electric hybrid system.
Expect a Lexus LFA to employ similar technology in future. “The LF-LC is absolutely stunning. Its good looks mask some very exciting design and engineering innovations that will influence Lexus vehicles in the future,” said Tony Cramb from Lexus Australia.
“LF-LC is part concept, part reality: the concept hints at what’s to come from Lexus, while the reality has us actively studying how we can engineer and build a vehicle like this in the future,” he added.
We hope the gawpy mouth doesn’t make it down the production line, but we’re not going to say no to 500hp!
