We get behind-the-scenes to explore the development of Lexus' striking new grand coupe, the LC 500
The story of the Lexus LC 500 began in 2011, when Akio Toyoda strolled the grounds of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and noticed not a single Lexus on display among the American and European classic cars. He decided at that moment, what Lexus needed was a revolution.
The man to lead that revolution was the Chief Engineer of the Lexus GS, Koji Sato, who conceptualised the Lexus LF LC grand coupe in time for the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. It had the sleek lines and distinguished styling Toyoda-san had envisioned; immediately, the President of the Toyota Motor Corporation decided this car had to be made into reality.
Early prototypes were handed over to a few lucky journalists and racing drivers; among these were Motor Trend's Ron Kiino and famed driver Randy Pobst, the latter who contributed valuable technical input into the final car's dynamic chassis, braking power and torque curve from the 5.0-litre V8 engine.
See what he has to say about the development of the Lexus LC 500 in this exclusive behind-the-scenes video, courtesy of Motor Trend.
Video after the jump:
The story of the Lexus LC 500 began in 2011, when Akio Toyoda strolled the grounds of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and noticed not a single Lexus on display among the American and European classic cars. He decided at that moment, what Lexus needed was a revolution.
Early prototypes were handed over to a few lucky journalists and racing drivers; among these were Motor Trend's Ron Kiino and famed driver Randy Pobst, the latter who contributed valuable technical input into the final car's dynamic chassis, braking power and torque curve from the 5.0-litre V8 engine.
Video after the jump:
