2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible - POV Driving Impressions

EXTERIOR: Infrared - INTERIOR: Toasted Caramel - TOP: Black • Engine: 5.0-liter V8, aluminum block and cylinder heads, DOHC, 32-valve, Dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing with intelligence) • Transmission: 10-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic with paddle shift and manual mode • Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) • Suspension: Double-joint MacPherson strut front suspension with two lower arms; multi-link rear suspension with rear stabilizer bar • 15/25/18 EPA estimated fuel economy (city/highway/combined MPG) • Rear Differential: Torsen Limited Slip • Adaptive dampers Wheels • Front: 21 in (forged aluminum alloy) 245/40RF21 • Rear: 21 in (forged aluminum alloy) 275/35RF21 Exterior • Electrochromic outside rearview mirrors with memory • Puddle lamps • Active Sport Exhaust • Arrowhead LED DRLs with ultra-compact triple projector LED headlamps • Flush-type door handles with illumination when opened Interior • Navigation system with 10.3-inch high-resolution split-screen - Apple CarPlay compatibility, Android Auto compatibility, Amazon Alexa integration, Lexus Enform Remote (three-year trial subscription included), Lexus Enform Safety Connect (complimentary 3-year subscription included), Lexus Enform Service Connect (complimentary 10- year subscription included), Lexus Enform WiFi (complimentary 4 GB trial to be used in three months), Lexus Enform Destination Assist (complimentary for three-year trial) • New Dynamic Navigation (complimentary for up to three years) • Small diameter 3-spoke steering wheel • Drape-like surface design and ambient illumination on door panels • Aluminum accelerator pedal, brake pedal and footrest with anodized aluminum surface finish • LED illuminated L-shaped pattern ornamentation on passenger side of the instrument panel • 10-way power driver front seats, including two-way power lumbar support and memory for driver • 8-inch LCD TFT multi-information display • Drive mode select knob located near multi-information display • Steering wheel offers integrated cruise control buttons and magnesium paddle shifters • Lexus analog clock with L-shaped pattern ornamentation • Aluminum scuff plates • Two USB ports and a 12V socket • LED door courtesy lights, glove box light and trunk light • Deodorizing and dust/pollen-removing interior air filter • Power tilt and telescoping adjustable steering wheel EMBARGO: Pricing and info 7-21; Driving Impression 7-29 Audio o Heated, leather-trimmed steering wheel o Semi-aniline leather-trimmed front seats o Climate Concierge with Upper Body Heating o Mark Levinson o Embossed headrests • Siri Eyes Free • SmartAccess keyless entry with push-button start • Black leather-trimmed interior • Touring Package #LCconvertible • Mark Levinson 13-speaker, 915-watt Reference Surround Sound Audio System o Acoustic sound is optimized to suit the situation (roof open or closed) Standard Safety and Security • Lexus Safety System+ • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection • All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control • Intelligent High Beam (IHB) • Lane Keep Assist/Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist • Driver and front passenger knee airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) • Dual-stage driver’s and dual-stage and dual-chamber front passenger’s airbag SRS • Full length side curtain airbags SRS • Front seat side airbag SRS • Four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA) • Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) integrates VSC, TRAC, ABS, electric power steering (EPS), and, when equipped, Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) and Active Rear Steering • Standard Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Side Mirrors with BSM Indicator Pricing (All pricing is embargoed until July 21 at 7:00 a.m. EDT): LC 500 Convertible Pricing 21” Forged Wheels Head-Up Display Limited Slip Differential Touring Package Special Paint MSRP: $101,000 Price as tested: $111,920 0:00-1:44 Intro & Walkaround 1:44-7:21 POV Driving Review (top down) 7:21-10:02 POV Driving Review (top up) 10:02-12:53 Sound System Test 12:53-17:15 POV Driving (top down) 17:15-19:38 Final Thoughts -Need new tires? This is the best place to research & buy: https://bit.ly/2JyRg3j -Filmed with the GoPro Hero8 Black https://amzn.to/2GmeGW0 -Binaural Audio recorded with Roland CS-10EM Microphones http://amzn.to/2qKRbwA -Zoom H2n recorder http://amzn.to/2pQqVkq -Hat Clip mount: https://amzn.to/2GW7nmd You can help support the channel by whitelisting TheTopher on your browser s AdBlock or becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/TheTopher Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetopher2/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetopheryoutube/ The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones, headphones are highly recommended! I m also the producer for the Winding Road YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/windingroadmagazine Thanks for watching!