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Old 09-23-2012, 11:02 AM
 
Location: Brooklyn, NY $$$
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I don't see the point of the LFA. Marginal performance for its intended class, and hyper expensive.


Good to know that you care at least a little bit.
um no The lexus LFA is a boss car. i guess its overprices only because mercedes, bmw, havnt released anything in its price tag.

but i rather a LFA over alot of super cars though.
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Old 09-23-2012, 01:39 PM
 
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What’s to say about super cars... ...and bought by posers.
Yes, that is the sad aspect. It is very easy to spot a poseur. They are quite different from the average (rich) car enthusiast.
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Old 09-23-2012, 02:23 PM
 
Location: Metro Phoenix
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I don't see the point of the LFA. Marginal performance for its intended class, and hyper expensive.
0-60 in 3.6 seconds, 7:14:64 around the Nuburgring; Ferrari 458 Italia did the 'Ring in 7:32:92... somewhat better than "marginal," IMHO.

Though, there are many supercars I'd choose before an LFA. To me, a supercar that you're going to plunk down that much money for is about the styling as well as the performance. The LFA's performance is just fine, and it's an extremely well-engineered vehicle... that said, I think that the SC430 looks better let alone the 458 Italia, Reventon, Carerra Turbo, etc etc etc.
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Old 09-23-2012, 02:39 PM
 
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You cannot really compare lap times (factory verus car magazines):

7:32.92 - Ferrari 458 Italia - Auto Bild Sportscars (German car magazine)
7:38 - Lexus LFA - Sport Auto (German car magazine)

7:14.67 - Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package - Lexus conducted test
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Old 09-23-2012, 03:05 PM
 
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You cannot really compare lap times (factory verus car magazines):

7:32.92 - Ferrari 458 Italia - Auto Bild Sportscars (German car magazine)
7:38 - Lexus LFA - Sport Auto (German car magazine)

7:14.67 - Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package - Lexus conducted test
It's not a matter of factory reported versus car magazine times. The Nürburgring package is a different car setup.

Lexus LFA - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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On March 15, 2010, Lexus detailed the circuit-tuned variant of the LFA, plans for which were first disclosed at the LFA official press launch the previous October.[62] The variant is officially known as the LFA Nürburgring Package in reference to the similar setup employed on the LFA race vehicles at the 24 Hours Nürburgring.[7][63]

The package features an extra 10 bhp (7 kW) from its V10 engine, bringing the total to 563 bhp (420 kW; 571 PS). It also features a re-calibrated transmission with gear shifts made faster by 0.05 seconds, a front splitter, stiffer and more adjustable suspension, lightweight alloy wheels coated in track rubber, aerodynamic canards at the sides of the front bumper, and a large fixed rear wing.[63][64]

The LFA with the Nürburgring Package is a competition-focused variant, and will be available in four exterior colors, namely glossy black, matte black, orange, and whitest white.[64] The production totals are to be included in the 500-unit total LFA planned build cycle,[62] and will be limited to a 50-unit run.
Only 50 will be made. I'm sure they'll sell out.
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Old 09-23-2012, 03:16 PM
 
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It's not a matter of factory reported versus car magazine times. The Nürburgring package is a different car setup.
That is quite obvious, hence the name. Still, it is a factory lap time. I bet Lexus spent 2-3 days at the track.
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Old 09-23-2012, 03:23 PM
 
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Old 09-23-2012, 03:24 PM
 
Location: East Side
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Just havin little fun.
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Old 09-23-2012, 03:38 PM
 
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0-60 in 3.6 seconds, 7:14:64 around the Nuburgring; Ferrari 458 Italia did the 'Ring in 7:32:92... somewhat better than "marginal," IMHO.

Though, there are many supercars I'd choose before an LFA. To me, a supercar that you're going to plunk down that much money for is about the styling as well as the performance. The LFA's performance is just fine, and it's an extremely well-engineered vehicle... that said, I think that the SC430 looks better let alone the 458 Italia, Reventon, Carerra Turbo, etc etc etc.
For 20% to 40% more than others in its class, I expect much better performance. It has no cachet, it is sterile (from what I've read), no heritage, etc. All it has it what it does, and it's very overpriced for that.

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Old 09-23-2012, 05:31 PM
 
Location: The Circle City. Sometimes NE of Bagdad.
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Awww thanks! We've had our ups and downs with his health, but basically doing well! We're loving SD weather and all the area has to offer. AND the land of cars, cars and more cars ( in a good way!) Headed up into Newport today to take a look at a Z8....( I told ya DH was feeling good!)
Great news and good to hear, glad your hubster is feeling better and your enjoying the SD weather. I do miss your adventures about your cars.
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