Lexus LC 500

- Scott Newman

THERE are plenty of parallels between Lexus and a musical one-hit wonder. Despite years of toil and a large body of work, the creation of one masterpiece has proved a blessing and a curse.

The LFA showed the dizzying heights the company is capable of, yet continues to cast a shadow over Lexus’s performance offerings as enthusiasts wait for a model that offers a taste of the LFA magic without the $1million price tag.

Recently, however, there have been encouraging signs. The RC F isn’t without charm, the GS F is a refreshingly different sports sedan and it’s pleasing to report the new LC 500 continues this upward trend.

Based on the LF-LC concept car, the LC 500 is Lexus’s new flagship. At $190,000 it might not be the most expensive model in its range, but in terms of design, technology and dynamics it’s intended to push the boundaries and alter the public perception of Lexus.