LEXUS Australia has opened its order books for the 2021 LC Inspiration Sequence which this time round attracts its inspiration from “the world of aviation and aeronautical engineering”, flaunting a brand new mounted carbon-fibre spoiler, distinctive 21-inch solid alloy wheels and several other different bespoke touches.
With lower than 5 examples anticipated to make it Down Beneath, Lexus Australia has priced the Inspiration Sequence greater than $24,000 upstream of the common variations, ranging from $219,393 plus on-road prices for the V8-powered LC500 and $219,553 for the hybrid LC500h.
In creating the unique rear wing, Lexus says it channelled the know-how gained from its exploits with the LFA supercar and aggro RC F Observe Version.
“Selecting ‘aviation’ as the event idea for the most recent LC Inspiration Sequence, Lexus introduced collectively applied sciences specializing in the great aerodynamic efficiency so essential for flight,” it stated in an announcement.
“Combining plane applied sciences and automobile applied sciences to understand a concord of reverse parts with the charming design of the LC Coupe, Lexus was in a position to take the ‘Even Sharper, Extra Refined’driving idea of the LC to new heights.”
When all is claimed and performed, the brand new wing ups the LC’s visible prowess along side these new 21-inch wheel and doubtlessly ups the dealing with stakes because of the elevated downforce.
Different distinctive styling touches embody a black-plated grille mesh and black ornamentation on the radiator grille, bumper garnish, headlamp encompass, facet rocker moulding and tail-light bracket.
Three colors will probably be obtainable; White Nova, Sonic Silver and Onyx, the primary two of that are designed to distinction towards the black physique parts.
Shifting contained in the cabin we discover carbon scuff plates, black leather-accented entrance seats and a heap of Alcantara which has been used for the steering wheel rim, gear shifter, door panels and centre console.
The seats have been upgraded with extra aggressive bolstering and a unique upholstery design to reinforce “hip place holding efficiency by 18 per cent”.
No modifications have been made underneath the bonnets of the Inspiration Sequence, which means the LC500 continues to develop 351kW/540Nm whereas the LC500h carries on with 264kW.
As earlier than, the V8 makes use of a 10-speed automated transmission to channel its energy to the rear wheels whereas the hybrid encompasses a constantly variable transmission (CVT).
Lexus has offered 10 LC5s up to now this yr ending April, accounting for a slim 0.8 % of the $100,000-plus sports-car phase, a promote it shares with the cheaper RC (61/4.8 %).
2021 Lexus LC pricing*
| 500 (a) | $194,757 |
| 500h (a) | $195,165 |
| 500 Inspiration Sequence (a) | $219,393 |
| 500h Inspiration Sequence (a) | $219,553 |
*Excludes on-road prices
