Ethan Rawlins If you can afford either cars long term reliability isn’t an issue. People only mention reliability when they worried about taking car in for repairs and maintenance
Victor Kenarsy people want to drive their cars. Its not just about money. The amount of time the BMW will spend on the road is way less than how long the lexus will spend by a whopping margin
@@ha_ha-ha_ha I have to kinda agree with him. Not just anyone affords these cars. People who can afford a Porsche don't care about maintaining one. I've seen forums where people talk about the craziest expenses, they complain about 400 bucks for a Ferrari oil change but never sell their cars
Audrey Zondo cus they barely drive them. A Lexus is meant to be driven to the maximum. You see, Lexus has solved the issue. You can buy a luxury car and still be able to afford owning it. A luxury car doesn’t have to be expensive to own and be driven so little for it to actually be luxurious. It can also be high quality, which is what it should be when buying an expensive item. When buying a rolex, it can last 15-20 years while a significantly lesser brand will last way less. When buying a particular brand of shoes, it will last way more than some chinese knock off. Why its different with cars? Because like you are all saying, most people don’t care about driving their luxury cars or saving money on them. Yet Lexus is still the highest quality luxury car manufacturer and defies the odds in the car business. Actually, I don’t know why I’m complaining. Lexus already exists. Let the other german cars be for the people who don’t care about their money. However, it still doesn’t make it right. It is always the rule that whenever you pay more, it is because the construction of the thing is much more high quality so that it lasts long. Only Lexus follows that rule. Actually most of the german car manufacturers back in the day used to make very reliable luxury cars. But now they learnt that their customers really don’t care about the cars and so they started cutting costs and cheaply building the cars.
If you pick the Lexus you’ll have fun If you pick the Bimmer you gonna drink lots of “free” coffee at the dealership waiting for you beautiful car to be fixed
@@audreyzondo9070 an LFA and an LC are in two separate categories...and BMW maintenance is in a category by itself, hence them being leased, not bought outright or financed, by the consumer.
footballcoreano the pros don’t agree with you bmw is close to the bottom, o know a lot of bmw owners, couldn’t give me one, go Toyoto Lexus, no. 1 in the world according to consumer reports!!
I always thought both cars were reliable, especially the Lexus. BMW use to be reliable, what happened, is it that they make them in the USA? Lexus will be reliable and comfortable, but the BMW will be more hair raising fun. I use to think the Lexus would be my next GT car until I saw the BMW 850I . I may get one eventually.
All say the Lexus is not fast enough...!! In real life how many times anyone can push a car to the limits...?? Probably one to zero..! What men wants.. A fast car a turn heads car a perfect sound car a luxurious car..... A car to make you fill like a king! Lexus Lc500 is the ONE!
true statement. I drove an amg for 16 months and never really got the chance to push it even close to the limit. I am seriously considering the LC 500 for my next weekend car.
I have an LC that I daily and the power is really more than enough (in traffic literally too much). If you want a track car, this is too heavy and relaxed but for everyday driving this is perfect.
Wait till bmw hits 90k+ miles. We will see if it likes to spend time at the repair shop or not. New cars are less likely to break. Now, entry level bmw n benz last longer. Because techs are less sophisticated. Less techs = less problems = less money to repair.
b metrix Toyota? What Toyota? Where talking about a Lexus and a bmw lol. Anyway I thought you were talking about the normal Lc500 vs M8.Also the LC500 and 8 series are grand touring cars,there’s not gonna be performance models like the f and m series.Cause like a Bentley the main focus of the car or grand touring cars are just more luxury focused not performance even though they’re both not slow at all by any means.Love both of em
I've had the Lexus for over a year. NOTHING about the BMW makes me want to trade in. My kids (9 and 7) also love the car and fit fine in the back. No worse in terms of space than my 911 C4S
@footballcoreano bro, you probably just guessed everything for lexus i swear! BMW is a freaking money pit, same with the benz. Its not reliable at ALL.lexus on the other hand had 8 years straight for the best reliability. People really have horrible minds these days... especially you
@footballcoreano you're like a broken record. You're using a certain world leaders tactics, keep repeating the lie until people start believing. A friend of mine bought a 3 year old 7 series, I warned him to get a good warranty and be prepared to spend on maintenance. I was right, he got tired of the shop time and traded it in less than a year. I've owned BMWs, M3, M5 and 850 first generation. The M3 was expensive for parts and service (original M3) so was the M5. When I told my mechanic I was going to buy a 850, he said if I thought the M3 was expensive to maintain, wait tell I get the 850. He was right. I like BMWs, but they are not what they use to be reliability wise.
gayane karapetyan , I’ve had both BMW’s and Lexus’. I have a 650i Convertible, and I love it. I love it except for all the money I have to put into the car to keep it top notch!! As a matter of fact I dropped it off at the shop this morning because my iDrive, for some reason, has completely went out! Every once in a while it pops back on and will work completely perfect until I shut down the car (when I restart the car it will not come back on). Also, for some unknown reason, a couple of weeks ago I went to start the BMW and when I pushed the start/stop engine button nothing happened! (It isn’t the battery, it’s brand new). After retrying multiple times it finally started as if nothing happened! After that it happened one more time the very next week and hasn’t happened since! I am frequently taking it to the repair shop, and I’m tired, I give up, I’ve decided to let it go. As for Lexus’, I’ve had one about 10 years ago and that car never gave me an incline of trouble! The only thing I’ve ever taken it to the repair shop for, OIL CHANGES and INSPECTION, that’s it, nothing more. It was an absolute pleasure to own. Toyota/Lexus are very reliable. It hurts me to admit, but BMW, too many headaches. And they make your bank account shrink too........
Doesn’t even matter that the BMW is newer. The LC is just so elegant. The BMW looks great and it looks expensive but it’s looks just like a BMW. It looks like a big 4 series. The LC looks like a Greek sculpture. Look at how the front 3/4 is straight and then the quarter panel sticks out giving it wide hips😍. Look at those triangle headlight clusters. I’m pretty sure it’s the only over-styled car on the road that looks BETTER being over-styled.
Lucky enough to own both...LC is much slower and the brake dust is a nightmare...the looks both inside and out are second to none. The M850 has brutal power, tons of tech the LC doesn't have and sounds forced when put into sport mode...the LC sounds pretty good....LC turns way more heads..looking forward to the LC-F...o..both sound systems are amazing...both back seats are a joke.
Lol i can tell by your comment your lying you dont have not one of these cars ..i think you have them in a video game or in your dreams ..so.stop it sir.
@@warshawgameshd3432 I was wondering about that too until I learned that BMW actually based the 8 series interior from the previous generatioon BMW 8. Then I appreciate more.
The LC500 is incredible looking in real life; like a road legal concept car. Videos & pics don’t do it justice. The bmw is just another bmw imo but the Lexus IS something special and the build quality is amazing too
footballcoreano I think you may need to put that pipe down... in no universe is any BMW more reliable than any Lexus... and the build quality? You really need to actually take a look at an LC - it’s an amazing piece of engineering. Granted the M850 does have a stronger motor but to be honest, on the street, the LC is plenty fast enough to get you arrested 7 days a week.
Steve Jovan the best car is also the best looking car, the best sounding car, the most reliable car. Then there's theres the other car for badge whores
LC 500 all the way! The BMW looks like any other BMWs on the road in a longer version. You are right, the BMW doesn't feel special. Lexus also has spectacular colour options like Infrared Red, Flare Yellow, Structural Blue and Nori Green (too bad, not sold in Canada). LC does turn more heads!
Between the two, I'd go Lexus all day. The BMW is nice, but even if it has the performance edge, I'd rather choose a different BMW, like an M4 (or for M850i money, a very low mileage M4 GTS, $+30K to spare... or for maintenance). While I like something like the Lexus RC F, I don't necessarily want one more than an LC500. Plus I'd be more confident in Lexus' reliability, and especially for a naturally aspirated car.
Great review - the traction control completely deactivates on the 2018 LC when you hold it down. I also drive on eco because I use radar cruise a lot and it shifts less aggressively in that mode and ends up being a smoother ride in Toronto traffic.
Outside of maybe performance u get more car for your money with any Lexus then u would with any BMW any day of the week. U can ask any mechanic what vehicle makes them rich and it's BMW by far.
8:35 - you’re actually leaning your seat too far back. Proper driving positions is when hands at 9 and 3 o’clock with your arms are about 90-130 degrees bent at the elbows, so you have most control and leverage needed during emergency maneuvering.
I decided to buy the lc500 instead of the 850 because I wanted something that was showy enough for the price. The bmw looks like any other bmw, just larger and more aggressive . Someone can EASILY mistaken it for any other model if they aren’t car people. Driving experience was definitely better on the bmw because the mid band for lc500 is lazy but pushing them both on the track the Lc was better. More emotional connection due to the sound. Both are good dailies though, comfortable and great for going to meet clients
footballcoreano do you have the i8? I had the 2016 i8 and got rid of it as soon as lease was over. It looked great... but the moment you turn on the car it sounds the same as a Prius. Everyone crowded around watching turned from excited to genuinely disappointed
I have a red lc500 and today I saw another lc500 on the freeway. The lady slowed down to give me a thumbs up. Ive had a few high performance cars. This is my favorite by far
canah1 by performance you really are just talking about straight line. Because handling wise you will not notice the difference unless you really push it on the track. The lc500 handles amazingly well, and I've driven a bunch of 911s, amgs and BMW Ms. My Tesla is faster then the m850 but only in straight line. My lc500 is much more fun to drive and sounds great. Not to knock on the BMW , just saying performance is not only about straight line. Bmw doesn't have much advantage in terms of handling vs the lc500. A mustang or Corvette can run circles around this BMW if you only compare on that regard. I look at the overall package and the emotional engagement the car brings you. The Lexus is just a more well rounded car... And much better looking .
One thing with Beamer is that all of them look the same and to me they look nothing special. That’s coming off from a BMW owner myself. I’ve driven both of the vehicle but end up picking up the LC500 since it looks so much different than any other car out there on the road. It look elegant, look expensive and most importantly it’s PURE aspirated V8. The note sounds phenomenal, overall just a perfect car in and out. Big thumbs up for Lexus
LC500 all day long! First of all the price/performance is much better if you go for the Lexus. Secondly you need to decide whether you want a powerful turbo charged or a natural aspirated engine. Last but not least, the attention of society is definitely gonna be in Lexus' favour.
I ordered a 2021 Lexus LC 500. It’s being built right now. I can’t wait!!! I looked at the BMW M850. I’ve had several bmw’s love the car but was ready for a change. The look of the new Lexus sport car sold me after I test drove it. Very comfortable. I’ve always had convertibles so this is my first coupe. I think I will like it. Thanks for your comparison. I think I made the right choice for me.
@@MotorPressReviews what's sad is that even MB is doing the same thing these days .... BMW started it, now everyone is fakin' it. PS: Thank you for reply! I really enjoy watching you guys! Very informative reviews without any nagging or "hating".... just solid reviews of what the specific car delivers! Keep it up!
I just picked up a 2021 LC500 Nori Green Pearl Convertible on July 12!!! LOVE IT!!!! I don't track cars ever and I drive pretty much within the limits of the law (most of the time). I only drive this on weekends since I really don't commute outside of my home office on most days. I also have a GS F as a daily driver and a Kawasaki H2 SX SE+ for feeding my need for speed when necessary.
Great review. Thank you for sharing your great points of view! I ‘m looking to purchase the LC convertible. I love the look of the LC and you can’t go wrong with Lexus value and realizability.
Rented both the BMW and the Lexus before making a final decision. I thought it would be a close call and a hard decision to make. The LC500 was the obvious better choice for me. Bought the LC500 convertible and have been having fun with it with zero buyers remorse or regrets. Driving the car is therapy.
I have driven both cars to figure out what is my next sports car. That damn bmw moves very quickly and the features are pretty cool. The thing about the BMW it just reminds me of a mustang. But I had to go with the Lexus. I thought about reliability and maintenance. Also the uniqueness of the Lexus. You will definitely stand out on the road. I always get everyone staring and trying to take pictures. The squeaking brakes will annoying you, because you think you’re brakes are bad. Dealer said everything is good and normal. Other than that... I absolutely love it!!!
I actually considered both cars. Had an issue with the BMW's halo (don't like the attention). In the end, I ended up picking the LC, more specifically because I got worn by the expenses my old Germans pulled (MB). I've been with Lexus since 2012 and I love the fact that it costs me about 250$ a year to maintain - compared to more than a 1000$. And the fixes long term on my Benzes that I'm saving now are actually paying for LC ! And I think that, seeing how quickly the Germans are depreciating, in the long run, maintenance fees aside, the resale value will stick a bit longer with the LC. It's no Porsche, but I got my fingers crossed. All and all, I loved both cars and the 850 is phenomenal, but the LC is the more rational choice here... and I love it. Now you need to get the windows tinted if you don't like the attention... cuz it catches a lot of it! Thanks for the video guys !
I have a BMW Capitation M8. But they left out 85% of what it can do. So it is very much worth the money. Technology, Speed, Fun/Comfort !!! They didn’t use all of the driving features.
Lexus All The Way! Lexus Has An LC Convertible In Progress! 20 Years From Now The Lexus Will Still Be Running Strong, While The BMW Has Either Been Recycled Or Sitting In Storage Requiring Tens Of Thousands Of Dollars In Repair!!! Lexus Quality And Reliability Are King!!!
Bimmers have more of a "status" and "cool" factor but they break down constantly after a few years of ownership. Lexus' are reliable. Made to last. I'll take the LC anyday, in yello or red! It's elegant, sexy, confortable and luxurious.
Me and a co-worker bought comparable sedans the same year: He bought a BMW, I bought the Lexus counterpart. I started my own business, lost track of the co-worker. Ran into him 7 years later....no BMW. Lexus. "How you been? No BMW....What happened it? It was beautiful." him: "Dont ask"
I Will NEVER BY A BRAND NEW BMW. THEY WILL NEVER BE IN MY POCKET BECAUSE THIS SOCIETY SAYS. SO.....NEVER!!!!!I'LL BUY A BRAND NEW LEXUS!!!! And GET MY MONIES WORTH!!!!! AND I CAN PAY MY. FRIEND To FIX IT . and I dont have to go to THERE DEALERS AND GIVE THEM NO MORE !!!!!!MONEY??😃😃😃😃😃😃
I am fortunate to own a 2021 LC also in white with caramel interior. It is awesome. And this review nails its positives. Terrific review btw gentlemen. I’m glad TH-cam recommended it. The car does have a few negatives. Things that are intuitive like a button for seat warmers on other Lexuses are now buried in the Lexus climate software. So it takes a while to find the function. This is the case many times over with other functions too. But the sound of the car at startup and full tilt is just sublime. The car’s power is also immensely usable.
What a great and sympathic review. Some more music would have been great. As for the cars i think i would go for the Lexus. But as you said it's nice to have different approaches to suit different needs.
Just an amazing review guys! Fantastic video. I have to say I'd chose the Lexus over the BMW. My only gripe with the Lexus us the industries worst user interface in that touchpad system. Everything else is great. I think your two little ones nailed it with there back seat review hahaha. So cute.
The LC looks more special. Exquisite inside & out.
Its still a “toyota “
@@bpet6990thats a good thing
The LC is so much nicer.
I have the LC 500 in Caviar. It is an absolute joy to drive
I can't wait until I can get one. God is good all the time....
So proud of you, what's your occupation.
So proud of you, what's your occupation.
@@angeldeverouix2793 Senior Manager for Toyota
Lexus LC is much better❤❤❤
Lexus LC much more luxurious & will be way more reliable long term! Its an easy choice!
Agree 100%
Ethan Rawlins If you can afford either cars long term reliability isn’t an issue. People only mention reliability when they worried about taking car in for repairs and maintenance
Victor Kenarsy people want to drive their cars. Its not just about money. The amount of time the BMW will spend on the road is way less than how long the lexus will spend by a whopping margin
@@ha_ha-ha_ha I have to kinda agree with him. Not just anyone affords these cars. People who can afford a Porsche don't care about maintaining one. I've seen forums where people talk about the craziest expenses, they complain about 400 bucks for a Ferrari oil change but never sell their cars
Audrey Zondo cus they barely drive them. A Lexus is meant to be driven to the maximum. You see, Lexus has solved the issue. You can buy a luxury car and still be able to afford owning it. A luxury car doesn’t have to be expensive to own and be driven so little for it to actually be luxurious. It can also be high quality, which is what it should be when buying an expensive item. When buying a rolex, it can last 15-20 years while a significantly lesser brand will last way less. When buying a particular brand of shoes, it will last way more than some chinese knock off. Why its different with cars? Because like you are all saying, most people don’t care about driving their luxury cars or saving money on them. Yet Lexus is still the highest quality luxury car manufacturer and defies the odds in the car business. Actually, I don’t know why I’m complaining. Lexus already exists. Let the other german cars be for the people who don’t care about their money. However, it still doesn’t make it right. It is always the rule that whenever you pay more, it is because the construction of the thing is much more high quality so that it lasts long. Only Lexus follows that rule. Actually most of the german car manufacturers back in the day used to make very reliable luxury cars. But now they learnt that their customers really don’t care about the cars and so they started cutting costs and cheaply building the cars.
If you pick the Lexus you’ll have fun
If you pick the Bimmer you gonna drink lots of “free” coffee at the dealership waiting for you beautiful car to be fixed
Yupp !! Every 3 months, be prepared to whip out that Amex and pay $750 for an oil change and tire rotation !
Why do you think you won't pay a lot for the lc500 maintenance. Have you seen the expenses on the LFA
@@audreyzondo9070 an LFA and an LC are in two separate categories...and BMW maintenance is in a category by itself, hence them being leased, not bought outright or financed, by the consumer.
footballcoreano the pros don’t agree with you bmw is close to the bottom, o know a lot of bmw owners, couldn’t give me one, go Toyoto Lexus, no. 1 in the world according to consumer reports!!
I always thought both cars were reliable, especially the Lexus. BMW use to be reliable, what happened, is it that they make them in the USA? Lexus will be reliable and comfortable, but the BMW will be more hair raising fun. I use to think the Lexus would be my next GT car until I saw the BMW 850I . I may get one eventually.
Lexus for me thank you. Looks awesome. Certainly better than the Beemer
"The best car i ever drivin in my life , Lexus LFA"
Jeremy Clarkson 2019
Object1161 that exhaust.
enough said
The sound fine tuned by Yamaha
Fact.
When he said that? Im curious..
All say the Lexus is not fast enough...!!
In real life how many times anyone can push a car to the limits...?? Probably one to zero..!
What men wants.. A fast car a turn heads car a perfect sound car a luxurious car..... A car to make you fill like a king!
Lexus Lc500 is the ONE!
YIANNIS FIOTAKIS very true statement
true statement. I drove an amg for 16 months and never really got the chance to push it even close to the limit. I am seriously considering the LC 500 for my next weekend car.
Try anyone who cars about a real GT car! These are not the LS series!
I have an LC that I daily and the power is really more than enough (in traffic literally too much). If you want a track car, this is too heavy and relaxed but for everyday driving this is perfect.
@@user-li1mj1jx2j And it's literally cheaper and less exhausting to just rent an M3 or a 911 for a day at the track, than to own those cars outright
I just bought a lc500 and i simply love it. I have had a BMW before and after 4 years its was always in the shop for everything. Lexus all day
I wanted to trade in my 17 Acura for the Lc 500. Is the gas prices good?
Liar, my BMW was never in a shop, are you guys not get anoying by saying "BMW spend more time in a shop" that's just stupid and bullshit
exactly
Wait till bmw hits 90k+ miles. We will see if it likes to spend time at the repair shop or not. New cars are less likely to break. Now, entry level bmw n benz last longer. Because techs are less sophisticated. Less techs = less problems = less money to repair.
Honestly, i wouldnt want a used bmw 5, 6, or 7 series with 100k+ for free! Its stressful to get it fixed all the time.
LC 500 is a gorgeous car. If they come out with a F version it will be a different story . This car is not meant to be a track car
b metrix M8 isn’t out yet tho
b metrix Toyota? What Toyota? Where talking about a Lexus and a bmw lol. Anyway I thought you were talking about the normal Lc500 vs M8.Also the LC500 and 8 series are grand touring cars,there’s not gonna be performance models like the f and m series.Cause like a Bentley the main focus of the car or grand touring cars are just more luxury focused not performance even though they’re both not slow at all by any means.Love both of em
@@RLoftonProductions www.google.com/amp/s/www.motor1.com/news/321138/lexus-lc-f-rumor/amp/
@@RLoftonProductions BMW fan boys are triggered
@b metrix Audi is just a silly name invented to trick people into buying a Volkswagen. Whats your point?
I drove a bmw so I know what it drives like. My dream car is a Lexus
Respect
Hell yeah esp the lc500
@Neman Momand I drove a CLK GTR once I know how a Toyota feels
LEXUS THE PURSUIT OF PERFECTION😍😍😍
lexus is perfect.
I've had the Lexus for over a year. NOTHING about the BMW makes me want to trade in. My kids (9 and 7) also love the car and fit fine in the back. No worse in terms of space than my 911 C4S
@footballcoreano trrooooll
@footballcoreano we KNOW YOU WORK FOR BMW . a KID will PICK a LEXUS
@footballcoreano bro, you probably just guessed everything for lexus i swear! BMW is a freaking money pit, same with the benz. Its not reliable at ALL.lexus on the other hand had 8 years straight for the best reliability. People really have horrible minds these days... especially you
@footballcoreano you're like a broken record. You're using a certain world leaders tactics, keep repeating the lie until people start believing.
A friend of mine bought a 3 year old 7 series, I warned him to get a good warranty and be prepared to spend on maintenance. I was right, he got tired of the shop time and traded it in less than a year.
I've owned BMWs, M3, M5 and 850 first generation. The M3 was expensive for parts and service (original M3) so was the M5. When I told my mechanic I was going to buy a 850, he said if I thought the M3 was expensive to maintain, wait tell I get the 850. He was right. I like BMWs, but they are not what they use to be reliability wise.
gayane karapetyan , I’ve had both BMW’s and Lexus’. I have a 650i Convertible, and I love it. I love it except for all the money I have to put into the car to keep it top notch!! As a matter of fact I dropped it off at the shop this morning because my iDrive, for some reason, has completely went out! Every once in a while it pops back on and will work completely perfect until I shut down the car (when I restart the car it will not come back on). Also, for some unknown reason, a couple of weeks ago I went to start the BMW and when I pushed the start/stop engine button nothing happened! (It isn’t the battery, it’s brand new). After retrying multiple times it finally started as if nothing happened! After that it happened one more time the very next week and hasn’t happened since! I am frequently taking it to the repair shop, and I’m tired, I give up, I’ve decided to let it go. As for Lexus’, I’ve had one about 10 years ago and that car never gave me an incline of trouble! The only thing I’ve ever taken it to the repair shop for, OIL CHANGES and INSPECTION, that’s it, nothing more. It was an absolute pleasure to own. Toyota/Lexus are very reliable. It hurts me to admit, but BMW, too many headaches. And they make your bank account shrink too........
One will break in 3 years time. One will last 5 times that without any major problems. Figure which one is which.
The Lexus will last longer obviously
And when it comes to crash most chances that you will be alive in a BMW, not in Lexus
Lexus
@@xXxDEMANJENIYAxXx If you crash in anyone of these cars, it means your not a good enough driver.
@@sherpagne418 if someone drunk will crash in you, are you not good driver?? 😄😄
That Lexus is the heat and the fire
Lexus sounds more RAW
The futuristic design the old 8 serias had back in the days is missing completely now. The lexus is kind of what the new bmw 8 should have become.
Five years from now,..........I can tell you which will hold it's value better.
D. Lewis only cheap ass ppl care about car future value....
Neither, it is a car...lol
@@Asakevios Your comment tells me "you don't have much money".....
Broke guy talking...
@footballcoreano I think you need to turn it round. Lexus is the best
I'm really hoping for an LC 500 in 2-3 years. (used)
Exact same plan as me
Man everyday I look online to maybe find one. Used of course! But the LC 500 definitely a gem....
@@blockbusterz2370 me too; looked for used now n the cheapest is 59k sport plus too
used lexus， 😄 reliable car
@ciga daze nope, they a r perfect and clean bro
Doesn’t even matter that the BMW is newer. The LC is just so elegant. The BMW looks great and it looks expensive but it’s looks just like a BMW. It looks like a big 4 series. The LC looks like a Greek sculpture. Look at how the front 3/4 is straight and then the quarter panel sticks out giving it wide hips😍. Look at those triangle headlight clusters. I’m pretty sure it’s the only over-styled car on the road that looks BETTER being over-styled.
We are both Greek and never thought of that “Greek sculpture” line! Good stuff!
8 series looks like a mustang
ForTehNguyen it really does.
ForTehNguyen I agreed
I agree, the Lexus has a very futuristic look, it's a beauty, but I prefer the rugged business look of the BMW.
LC500 all day long and night
Lc500 is so pretty in the rear and best interior ever
Lucky enough to own both...LC is much slower and the brake dust is a nightmare...the looks both inside and out are second to none. The M850 has brutal power, tons of tech the LC doesn't have and sounds forced when put into sport mode...the LC sounds pretty good....LC turns way more heads..looking forward to the LC-F...o..both sound systems are amazing...both back seats are a joke.
footballcoreano LMAO nice joke
@footballcoreano BMW legit have the worst interior out of benz, lexus, and them.
Lol i can tell by your comment your lying you dont have not one of these cars ..i think you have them in a video game or in your dreams ..so.stop it sir.
@footballcoreano "fact"? It's fact that the "LC500 is just a Camry"? No, sir. That is not fact. That is just nonsensical gibberish.
@@warshawgameshd3432 I was wondering about that too until I learned that BMW actually based the 8 series interior from the previous generatioon BMW 8. Then I appreciate more.
I just cannot understand how underrated the LC500 is. As well as the LC500h
Criminally underrated.
You are right. I have a 500H and I ❤ it. Great car
@@roger9280 How many miles do you get on a full tank? I´ve read 600miles is doable. That is pretty amazing
The LC500 is incredible looking in real life; like a road legal concept car. Videos & pics don’t do it justice. The bmw is just another bmw imo but the Lexus IS something special and the build quality is amazing too
When I saw this online it looked aight but when I saw it on the road to looked AIGHT
Exactly, I saw an LC in dark blue and my damn haw dropped !!!!
@@ascott2168 the one I saw was yellow and I honestly found it more breath taking then a Ferrari.
footballcoreano I think you may need to put that pipe down... in no universe is any BMW more reliable than any Lexus... and the build quality? You really need to actually take a look at an LC - it’s an amazing piece of engineering. Granted the M850 does have a stronger motor but to be honest, on the street, the LC is plenty fast enough to get you arrested 7 days a week.
This is how a review of anything should be.
You guys are amazing.
Thanks a lot.
Thank you! Much appreciated!
Every interview I see everyone loves the lc500, so why isn't it selling?
Your kids! Super cute. May God bless them. Nice and original review. Thanks guys
Thanks a lot! They were super excited to help, couldn’t say no :)
Thanks again!
The LC is even sexier next to Aston Martin Vantage, forget about 850, it looks plain jane next to the LC.
Meaning that you don’t want the best car you want the best looking car??
Diana Adrianna
True! Not counting the Aston!
Diana Adrianna
I clearly stated NOT counting the AM.
There are other cars in this class.
Diana Adrianna
No you picked the M8 which is not in this comparison.
The M8 has not been released!
Steve Jovan the best car is also the best looking car, the best sounding car, the most reliable car. Then there's theres the other car for badge whores
LC 500 all the way! The BMW looks like any other BMWs on the road in a longer version. You are right, the BMW doesn't feel special.
Lexus also has spectacular colour options like Infrared Red, Flare Yellow, Structural Blue and Nori Green (too bad, not sold in Canada).
LC does turn more heads!
LC500: Wins on exterior/interior design, quality, price and sound
M850i: Wins in power, performance and technology
Yup. Perfect summary :)
No competition, LC500 is much better! 👍👍😎😎😎
Lol awww
Between the two, I'd go Lexus all day. The BMW is nice, but even if it has the performance edge, I'd rather choose a different BMW, like an M4 (or for M850i money, a very low mileage M4 GTS, $+30K to spare... or for maintenance).
While I like something like the Lexus RC F, I don't necessarily want one more than an LC500. Plus I'd be more confident in Lexus' reliability, and especially for a naturally aspirated car.
Lexus any day .. it's all about reliability
who cares about reliability in a new luxury car like this? All cars are reliable for the first 5-6 years
People lease these cars… these aren’t corollas
Lexus lc500 looks so much better, and the engin sound...
The LC is not a “sports car”, it’s a large grand touring coupe, like an S class coupe.
No it’s like E class coupe
More like an Aston Martin
Great review - the traction control completely deactivates on the 2018 LC when you hold it down. I also drive on eco because I use radar cruise a lot and it shifts less aggressively in that mode and ends up being a smoother ride in Toronto traffic.
Nice! Thanks!!!
Lexus, it isn’t even a question!
Outside of maybe performance u get more car for your money with any Lexus then u would with any BMW any day of the week. U can ask any mechanic what vehicle makes them rich and it's BMW by far.
By $100+ in parts when it comes to repairs. Not taking anything away from Toyota (I mean Lexus).
😂😂😂😂😂
So?
@footballcoreano lol i see what u did there
I drive BMWs and Lexuses but I always would prefer the LC over any BMW/Mercedes or else. Waaaay better overall!
I just test drove the LC 500 and it's a beautiful machine
All the way Lexus
You guys make a great team. Very entertaining. I'm a biased Lexus owner. But I felt very informed for both cars.
Thank you so much for your kind words! Glad you enjoyed the video :)
8:35 - you’re actually leaning your seat too far back. Proper driving positions is when hands at 9 and 3 o’clock with your arms are about 90-130 degrees bent at the elbows, so you have most control and leverage needed during emergency maneuvering.
Steve stretched backwards to make the scene a bit more dramatic. Good information though, very useful for others to read.
Lexus LC500 all the way!
Yeah guys..hands down am Rolling with the LC all the way 👍🏾👍🏾👌🏾👌🏾
I decided to buy the lc500 instead of the 850 because I wanted something that was showy enough for the price. The bmw looks like any other bmw, just larger and more aggressive . Someone can EASILY mistaken it for any other model if they aren’t car people. Driving experience was definitely better on the bmw because the mid band for lc500 is lazy but pushing them both on the track the Lc was better. More emotional connection due to the sound.
Both are good dailies though, comfortable and great for going to meet clients
footballcoreano do you have the i8? I had the 2016 i8 and got rid of it as soon as lease was over. It looked great... but the moment you turn on the car it sounds the same as a Prius. Everyone crowded around watching turned from excited to genuinely disappointed
I have a red lc500 and today I saw another lc500 on the freeway. The lady slowed down to give me a thumbs up.
Ive had a few high performance cars. This is my favorite by far
I want to buy a LC in a few years.. hopefully it will depreciate enough so I can afford one.
Anthony C same dude
Steve will be doing the same :)
Some very slightly used ones are going for less than $70,000 around my area in the States
25k drop after 3 yrs only....
They’re both aspirational cars, and you said they’re both different. For me I’ll pick the M850i for the cabriolet.👍🏻❤️
To be honest, this is a tough one for me. I'm a Lexus enthusiast, but the BMW is head turner also
M850i all day long. I need both luxury, comfort and agility.
The Lexus is Gorgeous, but for me it's about the driving experience, and tuning potential. BMW for me particularly the M8
The lc500 sounds so much better and handles great. In fact it was faster on the track than a db11 and it out handled a car 2.5 times it's price
@@happios it's a great car no doubt, but it's not in the same league performance wise as the BMW
canah1 by performance you really are just talking about straight line. Because handling wise you will not notice the difference unless you really push it on the track. The lc500 handles amazingly well, and I've driven a bunch of 911s, amgs and BMW Ms.
My Tesla is faster then the m850 but only in straight line. My lc500 is much more fun to drive and sounds great. Not to knock on the BMW , just saying performance is not only about straight line. Bmw doesn't have much advantage in terms of handling vs the lc500. A mustang or Corvette can run circles around this BMW if you only compare on that regard. I look at the overall package and the emotional engagement the car brings you. The Lexus is just a more well rounded car... And much better looking .
One thing with Beamer is that all of them look the same and to me they look nothing special. That’s coming off from a BMW owner myself. I’ve driven both of the vehicle but end up picking up the LC500 since it looks so much different than any other car out there on the road. It look elegant, look expensive and most importantly it’s PURE aspirated V8. The note sounds phenomenal, overall just a perfect car in and out. Big thumbs up for Lexus
The LC is a gorgeous car. But I will buy it just for that downshift blurp in manual mode
Love the kid review section! I have two car seats in the back of my lc500 and it works fine for now. Probably not in a few years when they are over 6.
LC500 all day long! First of all the price/performance is much better if you go for the Lexus. Secondly you need to decide whether you want a powerful turbo charged or a natural aspirated engine. Last but not least, the attention of society is definitely gonna be in Lexus' favour.
I ordered a 2021 Lexus LC 500. It’s being built right now. I can’t wait!!! I looked at the BMW M850. I’ve had several bmw’s love the car but was ready for a change. The look of the new Lexus sport car sold me after I test drove it. Very comfortable. I’ve always had convertibles so this is my first coupe. I think I will like it. Thanks for your comparison. I think I made the right choice for me.
Congratulations! Make sure you share that beautiful exhaust note with the people around you :)
So the next review/Head to Head is the LC Convertible vs the M850i Coupé
Lol probably :)
Haha so true
That LC 500 is so appealing def amazing 😍😍😍😍💯💯💯💯
Lexus!!!!!!
The LC is on my to buy list.
The BMW cool though... Won’t buy it
I'd go with the Lexus!
PS: The 850 has got well over 520hp! It's closer to 550-560hp, BMW always lies about their specs!
We were going to take it to the dyno, but our guy could't do AWD cars :( But you are right! They do underrate and it feels like it!
@@MotorPressReviews what's sad is that even MB is doing the same thing these days .... BMW started it, now everyone is fakin' it.
PS: Thank you for reply! I really enjoy watching you guys! Very informative reviews without any nagging or "hating".... just solid reviews of what the specific car delivers! Keep it up!
I think it's just the flat torque delivery and the fact their engines produce power everywhere in the rev range.
I just picked up a 2021 LC500 Nori Green Pearl Convertible on July 12!!! LOVE IT!!!! I don't track cars ever and I drive pretty much within the limits of the law (most of the time). I only drive this on weekends since I really don't commute outside of my home office on most days. I also have a GS F as a daily driver and a Kawasaki H2 SX SE+ for feeding my need for speed when necessary.
Sweet! Congratulations 👏
Great review. Thank you for sharing your great points of view! I ‘m looking to purchase the LC convertible. I love the look of the LC and you can’t go wrong with Lexus value and realizability.
Thanks for the kind words! LC convertible will be amazing! Keep us posted!
Rented both the BMW and the Lexus before making a final decision. I thought it would be a close call and a hard decision to make. The LC500 was the obvious better choice for me. Bought the LC500 convertible and have been having fun with it with zero buyers remorse or regrets. Driving the car is therapy.
The Straight Pipes guys after a lifetime of bad choices.
eriknephron gfr rofl 🤣 that’s fucked up but I can’t unsee it now
Hahahah that's mean
LOL 😂
Watching this for my first time in 2023, I can easily say that whoever picked the LC made the best and classiest choice.
Can't wait for the performance version of the Lexus in the LCF. Hope its a Twin Turbo v8 with electric motors
Awesome that you put your kids back there lol! I wouldn't have thought they could fit.
I’ll take the LC500 all day long. But I wouldn’t mind driving the M850i for a few hours.
I have driven both cars to figure out what is my next sports car. That damn bmw moves very quickly and the features are pretty cool. The thing about the BMW it just reminds me of a mustang. But I had to go with the Lexus. I thought about reliability and maintenance. Also the uniqueness of the Lexus. You will definitely stand out on the road. I always get everyone staring and trying to take pictures. The squeaking brakes will annoying you, because you think you’re brakes are bad. Dealer said everything is good and normal. Other than that... I absolutely love it!!!
So BMW is more expensive ; but Lexus will last more then 20 years to come ; both sounds good.
I love the stick test! It's so high tech!🤣
I actually considered both cars. Had an issue with the BMW's halo (don't like the attention). In the end, I ended up picking the LC, more specifically because I got worn by the expenses my old Germans pulled (MB). I've been with Lexus since 2012 and I love the fact that it costs me about 250$ a year to maintain - compared to more than a 1000$. And the fixes long term on my Benzes that I'm saving now are actually paying for LC ! And I think that, seeing how quickly the Germans are depreciating, in the long run, maintenance fees aside, the resale value will stick a bit longer with the LC. It's no Porsche, but I got my fingers crossed. All and all, I loved both cars and the 850 is phenomenal, but the LC is the more rational choice here... and I love it. Now you need to get the windows tinted if you don't like the attention... cuz it catches a lot of it! Thanks for the video guys !
LC500 F Sport in 2021？
Definitely go for the lc500
I have a BMW Capitation M8. But they left out 85% of what it can do. So it is very much worth the money. Technology, Speed, Fun/Comfort !!!
They didn’t use all of the driving features.
As far as the exhaust notes, Lexus had Yamaha perfect the exhaust note.
Great comparison subbed
The guys reaction to gunning the m850 says it all.
OMG! Your kids are absolutely adorable...a couple of charmers. God Bless
Thank you so much 😊
I clicked for the BMW, Left wanting an LC.
"Now it's time for you to subscribe" OK.
Lexus All The Way! Lexus Has An LC Convertible In Progress! 20 Years From Now The Lexus Will Still Be Running Strong, While The BMW Has Either Been Recycled Or Sitting In Storage Requiring Tens Of Thousands Of Dollars In Repair!!! Lexus Quality And Reliability Are King!!!
Meaning that you cannot afford a luxury car. No one who buys an 850 is going to worry about the upkeep 10 years from now when its on the 3rd owner.
Bimmers have more of a "status" and "cool" factor but they break down constantly after a few years of ownership.
Lexus' are reliable. Made to last.
I'll take the LC anyday, in yello or red! It's elegant, sexy, confortable and luxurious.
Me and a co-worker bought comparable sedans the same year: He bought a BMW, I bought the Lexus counterpart. I started my own business, lost track of the co-worker. Ran into him 7 years later....no BMW. Lexus. "How you been? No BMW....What happened it? It was beautiful."
him: "Dont ask"
Lol every comment here is for the Lexus but BMW sells like hot bread while Lexus stays in the showroom :)))
That's what market wants right now. 4wd, turbo engine, big vents in the bumpers, "piano" finish inside, big and ugly screens.
Marius seems to be from south Africa where for whatever reason lexus has a small following. In usa lexus murders German brands
I Will NEVER BY A BRAND NEW BMW. THEY WILL NEVER BE IN MY POCKET BECAUSE THIS SOCIETY SAYS. SO.....NEVER!!!!!I'LL BUY A BRAND NEW LEXUS!!!! And GET MY MONIES WORTH!!!!!
AND I CAN PAY MY. FRIEND To FIX IT . and I dont have to go to THERE DEALERS AND GIVE THEM NO MORE !!!!!!MONEY??😃😃😃😃😃😃
I am fortunate to own a 2021 LC also in white with caramel interior. It is awesome. And this review nails its positives. Terrific review btw gentlemen. I’m glad TH-cam recommended it. The car does have a few negatives. Things that are intuitive like a button for seat warmers on other Lexuses are now buried in the Lexus climate software. So it takes a while to find the function. This is the case many times over with other functions too. But the sound of the car at startup and full tilt is just sublime. The car’s power is also immensely usable.
Thank you for your kind words and feedback!
The lc looks great. It would have been even more spectacular in red
Let the kids be part of all the reviews. They are awesome and they are not biased because they are kids!😂😂😂
Difference is the Lexus will retain value and be far more reliable.
What a great and sympathic review. Some more music would have been great. As for the cars i think i would go for the Lexus. But as you said it's nice to have different approaches to suit different needs.
Just an amazing review guys! Fantastic video. I have to say I'd chose the Lexus over the BMW. My only gripe with the Lexus us the industries worst user interface in that touchpad system. Everything else is great. I think your two little ones nailed it with there back seat review hahaha. So cute.
Thanks man! We gave it our best :)
@@MotorPressReviews honestly the production on this was fantastic. You should be very proud! Just excellent
Very flattering to hear that! We did a few things out of the ordinary, so I am happy it paid off :)
FYI, since May 19’ you can add Apple Carplay to any LC500 for $199 at the dealer. They will just do system upgrade
Cool info!!! Thanks!
Pls do LS vs S class review
The Lexus LC 500 will last a lot longer much more reliable
BMW design so luxury
BMW love the interior and Gear Shift. And it’s faster !!!!!! But Lexus has better body but I go with BMW for this one
finally found a person like me
Also, whatever happened to the convertible review of the LC?
We were not able to get one yet