Is it NOW or NEVER to buy a 2021 Lexus RC F with a V8?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ย. 2024
- The RC F is the sports coupe answer Lexus has for Audi, BMW, & Mercedes AMG. Under the hood is a 5.0L naturally aspirated V8 that is now producing 472HP & mated to a 8-speed automatic transmission. The exterior brings aggressive styling 19in wheels, carbon fiber roof, rear diffuser and active spoiler. On the inside Lexus brings an interior materials and seating with the RC F. Is it NOW or NEVER to buy a 2021 Lexus RC F with V8 power?
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you keep posting every car that catches my eye for the past year now lmfao
I can read your mind! LOL
It was never Bo knows.... It's Joe knows!
@@bingo8789 I like that!
Jo Raiti apart from the interior which would you choose this the RCF or the LC500 ? Also what was the on/off pedal down at your left foot?Great car and another review thankyou Sir !
Careful this guy is a mutant! He always delivers the car that we want he reviews! Make no mistake! Lol! Thanks!
This car in blue with the white interior, just makes me wanna hug it.
I like the way that you thinl!
Blue and red are the best colors, white interior is also my favorite🤩
When Raiti says 90k . I gently click the back button and continue my car search lol
Got mine used with out the carbon fiber package 2000miles for 63k 2020 same color combo and all!
Might as well get an LC500 at that price
@@Anthony-dk7de indeed you can find some with 20-30k miles around that price range. Granted they're likely 2015-2017 models but it doesn't look like much has changed at all with the interior/exterior.
😂😂😂
@@CallOfDutyInsider very different cars.
I showed this video to my 2020 Kona Blue Mustang GT. I aint gonna lie, my Baby Blue was a little scared.
LOL! I love your comments!
*Honestly, this is the real New Supra.*
how tf are these remotely similar lmfao
More of a Supra than b'mer
Actually the LC was the new supra, the RC is just a Frankenstein and is essentially a 2dr coupe of the ISF
Do you not understand, that Toyota just owns Lexus. They don’t make Lexus, and they have completely different design teams. They are totally separate companies. It’s like calling a Lamborghini a Volkswagen.
@@dubu12 Lexus owns Toyota
Man this Lexus and V8 are really 2 things I want
I know how you feel!
@@RaitisRides exactly loving the RC very much when it comes to this segment thanks for reviewing
I love my RCF because it keeps me in shape , any time I start to get fat i can immediately tell on the bolstering . All the car needs after you buy one is a decent after market mid pipe and exhaust or at the very least a muffler delete and it sounds amazing !
If you put the car on track mode and sport + and turn the traction control off it will say expert mode which allows burnouts and is way more fun .
It’s not the fastest car on the road but it’s super fun to drive and gets a lot of looks .
Speed isn’t everything. I drove the M5 and the LC500 and let me tell you, not only was the LC more comfortable by miles (ride smooth like a damn SUV), but it felt more natural to drive. The thing is about Germans is they care more about numbers than the Japanese
I agree. I have the same rcf in the video. I’ve been a mechanic for a while. Driven everything-but the Lexus I can drive every day. It gets compliments from the honnies too
These V8 RC-F are the new Supras. In 10 years time, we will look back to the RC-F as we look back to the mid 90's Supra's.
Just wish they where as fast as the new Supras.
Gorgeous vehicle but for 90k...I’d just save a bit more to cough up another 10k and snag a lc500 instead
Great review Joe
I would gladly take a lower-optioned RC F over this, but I have to say the carbon fiber looks great.
LC 500 has the same exact engine mated to a 10 speed Auto but the 0-60 is better on the RCF even though it’s only a 10th faster so the LC 10 speed is basically worthless and the car is more about looks . The RCF only needs a muffler delete to sound better than a LC 500 also . If going all out is the case why not buy a fully loaded C8 corvette .
@@TeXasDadBod Corvette doesn't have the same level of refinement or luxury. It looks great on paper but in terms of attention to detail, engineering, and overall quality it isnt really a contest. A car is a lot more than the 0-60 times and the exhaust sound.
@@TeXasDadBod the LC 500 is more about comfort over speed, at the end of the day most Lexus owners want comfort over speed anyways and the LC500 will hold it's market value better
I mean yeah it looks better and the interior in that is completely leather wrapped.
I never ever get tired of hearing these F cars. Amazing sound!
Some cars are just built well for the experience instead of being compared to the competition. Lexus has always been well built period.
The paddles are actually magnesium alloy. Lots of people think they're plastic.Try to bend it. It won't bend. You might snap it off even. I have a 2016 and love driving it especially during the pandemic when there were few cars on the freeway. Knock on wood, still no tickets.
I definitely love it, but I damn near spit out my coke when I heard you say “ninety thousand”
I know how you feel!
A used one thats 45-50K is a good deal
@@CallOfDutyInsider totally agree
You could get 807 hp from a Challenger Super Stock and save 'bout ten grand.
Or you can get a Scat Pack for $40,645.
@@blairbrown4812 lol come on dawg, we all know lexus ain’t meant for speed. The only good thing about the challenger super stock is the speed, take that away and it’s a piece of crap, take the speed from Lexus and it will always be a better car. There’s a reason why you always see drivers crashing w 500+ hp cars, ppl can’t even handle a mustang GT w 460 hp but they be complaining that 400+ hp is slow lol
Car is literally beautiful from every angle, and that blue is gorgeous
I saw it coming 4 years ago and wanted an amazing high-revving V8. For exactly that reason, I picked up a 2016 RCF carbon/TVD 4 years ago and it is an absolute gem to own. I have OEM++ mods on it and it is so much more fun to drive than it was when it was stock. I am glad I own the 2UR-GSE engine. Howling V8 that almost goes to 7500 rpm and has 500+ HP (in my setup) It is a masterpiece. A full exhaust makes it 10x more fun.
Nicely done!
@@RaitisRides Thanks man. This and RCF TE review of yours properly do justice to the car. As an owner, I can see you totally get it. Great review. Love your GT350R and would like to see more content on it.
I bought a 2015 late last year. Im glad I did because the used RCF prices are starting to skyrocket. Also I like the pre face-lift models so much more! Newer ones look ok, but like they were trying too hard😅
@@senseimasters Yeah, crazy my 10k mile RCF is worth more now than it was when I bought it 4 years ago with 8k miles
@@2ZZGE100 you only put 2k miles in 4 years? Lol
Drove one at the Lexus Performance event. Very luxurious and comfortable on the inside and was an awesome beast to drive. Wish I could afford one. Thanks Joe and Lori for the video!
Buy used after the hard depreciation took place.
White interior is so slept on. Those seats are beautiful!
Laurie is a Yoga master I suppose with that camera work and movement so smooth.
His wife is the camera woman?
I love my RCF. Great Daily driver and a beast when you want it in Sport+ (Expert Mode at your own risk). TVD makes it feel so light in the corners when accelerating out of them. Car looks awesome, is comfortable, reliable, and a great performer. Great roads for driving you picked, I remember driving them back in the 80's in my 84 Z51 Corvette... Wish I lived closer to them now, not many good roads out in East Hillsborough. :(
Joe's on throttle reaction just sells the car 😆
I have owned a 3015 RCF for 2 years now. Infra red color. Was gorgeous when I bought it. Now has black 10 spoke aftermarket wheels,front splitter,side skirts and some other mods. Have yet to see another on the road. Head Turner!!!!
V8 Lexus ! I’m all in 😀!
Heck yeah man!
Joe: Let’s see what we get for the money.
YOU GET THE DARN LEXUS RELIABILITY!
Reliability is the #1 reason we bought ours.
@@islandon22 good idea
Love my 2020 RCF. This is a very comfortable car to drive honestly. I wanted an 8 cylinder car before they are dead. I never had any intent on buying or owning a BMW... I want something I can keep for 10 years without costing me a fortune to upkeep... Hence Lexus. This is a fun car. Everyone always compares it to others which honestly I never did. I bought it because it looks nice, sounds nice (even better with an exhaust), and just overal quality and experience. There are NOT a lot of these on the road. 293 RCF's were sold in the USA in 2020... probably even less now in 2021... M3/4..etc. dime a dozen. You see them everywhere. This, you won't :-)
I totally agree they CAN be expensive AF.. too much in all reality. Mine had an MSRP of $81k with every option minus the carbon fiber package (which I didn't want because I wanted a moonroof) and the TVD (which isn't needed for the street), and ended up getting it out the door for $68k because I bought it at the end of 2020.
Joe, thanks for the video. Whatever year they did the mild refresh really made this car look even better. I can't imagine a better buy for a super performance, V8, luxury coupe. Because it's a Lexus I'm confident it'll last forever.
My goal in life is to be as happy as Joe is when he goes on throttle! Keep up the great reviews man!
I love the car. I also love lc500 lexus.
You have great taste Andrew.
Sweet color combo, fantastic engine! This car will be missed for sure. Great vid!
Thanks man for letting me share it with you!
I drove a 2016 RC F a few years ago with similar options as this one (i.e., the carbon fiber and forged wheels), and it was an epic car! I am kinda, sorta plotting to buy one.
2021 no touch screen is so messed up 😣!
But the looks of it gives me chills 💯
This is my dream car, currently have an rc350 f sport. Need to upgrade!
You can do it!
Just get a RC F the same year as your 350.....lol
Nice I have the same, 2020 RC 350 F sport. Would have loved an RC F. I'm looking into getting a used LC 500 in a few more years as an upgrade if the stars align and all goes well. Overall I really enjoy my car now though. Went on a drive with my friend following her Civic Type R through the back roads and the RC did great. I already had a Corvette so I didn't get the car purely for speed or performance or I would have just kept the Vette.
Muffler Delete your rc350f and add quad tips. It's what I did and its a beast sound wise.... Upgrading to a lc500 in the future though
A fair review of the car, covering the positives and negatives. This car isn't for everyone but it's a solid option for those who want a V8 naturally aspirated coupe.
Thanks for letting me share it with you Darrell.
Lexus are amazing. Especially throughout the years they have been upping their engines and interior. If I had 800 grand I’ll buy a LFA Lexus with the v10 engine. Dude, I think Honda, Lexus, Acura, Toyota if they did a v8, inline or a v12 or v10, engines they always do it right
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
Glad my person purchased a 2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Super White employing that 5.7 liter naturally aspirated V-8 engine. Yeehaw!
just when you said drop dead sexy, Lori comes into the picture. now thats timing!
You got that right!
The last time I saw a rear end that beautiful... Can’t say that on TH-cam!
I gotta soft spot for this car, Joe! So unique. Even the Holsteins you passed looked and said, "Holy cow!"
I totally agree with you!
IS 500 owner here, did a test drive on a 2018 RC F, and the difference b/w the chassis is huge that is even with 85mph speed, I cannot imagine how planted this RC F will be with over 100mph, IS 500 can handle the V8 but the body is too soft for that engine. I'm really torn on RC F buying, I would lose a lot - 1800W ML amp, no Driver memory setting from 2022 RC F, no Engine bracing on RC F from 2023 onwards and no TVD from 2023 as well. TVD is a highly complex part so an LSD would suffice. But it's the F signature evolution since GS F got it later than RC F and not a single failure on that TVD since 2015 RC F debut. Will see if I get a 2022 RC F near mint or a 2024/2025 RC F. Also note, 2025 will be the last model year for RC F, it will be discontinued as RC F GT3 successor LFR is coming. LC 500 and IS 500 may as well see their demise as Lexus kills 2UR-GSE and kills the brand as well. Remember Lexus was born in LS with a V8 engine and once the V8 is gone, there's no Lexus anymore.
I would personally take a muscle V8 but all the V8’s get love for me.
Whats a muscle v8?
Ur preaching to the choir bro I don't care if it's Japanese, German, Italian, British or American just give me my V8😍
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
Exactly
@@joecool9739 A car that a**holes with little wieners love to drive because it helps boost their ego, gotta overcompensate for the lil package. Oh and it's also bad for the environment.
Fantastic review as always! I love the RC F and will definitely buy one as my next car in the next year or two. A few points I want to bring up:
First, I gotta love that my last comment was on the Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 and that for the money I’d rather get an RC F. And then this gets uploaded!
Second, about how this isn’t the “same as an M4, AMG C63, RS5, et al.” BMW, MB, and Audi all made cars for GT3. The RC F is a GT3 car made for Lexus. The others may have better spec sheets, but they lack the comfort, reliability, and “soul” that comes with this. A NA V8 will put a much bigger smile on your face vs a turbocharged engine. You should lease the German (and Infiniti) offerings, because after year 3 they fall apart. With this you can drive it for a decade without any maintenance behind what’s scheduled. And keep the original water pump.
And lastly, the end of V8s. Toyota is notoriously slow when it comes to change. It’s the reason this and the IS haven’t seen much of an interior change since 2015, and why Lexus is only now admitting defeat with the touchpad. (back touchscreens in 2022! Thank heavens!) In the same vein, they aren’t going to abandon the V8 for a few years, especially with the announcement of the IS 500. I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if this and the Mustang were the last NA V8 holdouts in 2025.
If I were a betting man, I’d wager the RC and IS lines get an interior refresh in the next year or two, alongside a slightly more powerful NA V8 engine. 3 years after that, Lexus will likely be forced to send their V8 to pasture.
Thanks for sharing those great laid out points!
Two years ago I labored over a used RCF and a new Genesis G70 in the same price range. I chose the G70. Biggest mistake. G70 is a very good car, but it lacks the sex appeal and wonderful V8 sound of the Lexus. This video reminds me of that horrible decision. There will be an RCF in my future
KILLER SPEC! This is definitely the end of a Golden Era
Manual transmissions, V8 engines, manual transmissions driving V8 engines, the fast, the furious cars
If you have the means, pick these dying, special cars up, because you WILL miss them when they are gone
Cars like the RCF, C7 Corvette Grand Sport, 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, C63 AMG and the BMW M2
I totally agree with you!
Yeah might get a 2015 jag f-type V8. RWD and V8🤍
Thanks Lori for awesome work as always
im from japan and this car is the real deal. Lexus is the best brand car in japan
Man that blue is gorgeous. So breathtaking to look at and best of all you got a naturally aspirated v8 under the hood. What's there not to like?
I know right!
I love the sound of this V-8. Gonna miss it. Thanks for the content Joe.
A little rain can't stop the V8 on throttle!
I'm happy with my 21 Supra Captain! Lexus is awesome but so happy with the B58!
Lexus chose the F moniker because the guy who first put a V8 in a small Lexus yelled, "F yeah man!" when he punched it. Thanks for the info on Alcantara. I always thought it was called that because of a guy from Long Beach named Al Cantara.
Pretty sure it’s F for Fuji speedway, where they test and develop their performance cars.
The dark clouds when on throttle is crazy yet soothing to look at.
Love how with time this cars grown on people, it was never meant to be the replacement for the RCF it was meant to be a gentlemen’s GT with striking looks, luxury, reliability and an u forgettable sound, the japanese aren’t competing with the Germans in the performance department on purpose, they give their cars priority on how they actually drive and treat owners not what numbers they place on a spec sheet
Hey Lexus, keep the V8 available and I might get used to that grill. Thanks for the ride Joe. Well done! Lori is doing an amazing job!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
I would go with this over the previous Beemer I had, simply because I'd prefer to put the thousands I'm going to spend to keep the beemer on the road with upgrades I may want in the Lexus.
Can't afford it but I still want it! Great video AS ALWAYS
I think the best RC F to buy is an early one, like a 2015-2016, which have gotten quite cheap. If you're looking at a new one, you're still considering performance - otherwise you'd buy an LC500 instead. In that case, a 5 year old RC F isn't likely to give you big problems anyhow considering it's a Lexus with a 2UR. With the rest of that money, you can throw it into modifications and seat time. Japan has proved that the RC F is surprisingly quick around the track with some handling mods and minor weight reduction.
Early production RCFs are definitely clapped out by now.
The best one is the one with the best value and best deal.
Already Reserved my IS500 since I’m cool with my Lexus dealer lol. Has the same engine in it and cost less since it’s not a full F car. I can’t wait to get it!
The new IS is gorgeous and the V8 will be a beast. The last of a breed.
Personally I think touch screens in cars are flat out dangerous. I don't mind the old puck style infotainment controller in my IS, I can do almost everything without taking my eyes off the road. Can't say fairer than that! I saw one off these today for the first time in Cambridge UK, absolutely stunning, thinking of upgrading while I still have the chance...
Definitely my attainable dream weekend car 👌🏼
Dream big!
True
The RC F is an all time favorite of mine .. now with that said, the IS500 F Sport is on the way, I’d be equally as good with one of those in the garage. Pretty very damn good actually 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Great review Joe! I was totally shocked to see this RCF make it on your channel but man was it worth it. I have a 2015 RCF and the way you describe the feeling you get behind the wheel is exactly how I feel every time I drive mine. I’ve had it almost 6 years and it still makes me feel that way. I had a Procharged 2010 Camaro ss before and although that car was scary fun, the RCF refinement and package is another level. I love the updates they made to the 2021 RCF and only Zonk is i wish you would have tested the launch control on this bad boy. We didn’t get that option on the 2015-2019 models and would love to see how it works.
The exhaust has a unique design
So very true!
Just get a 2015-17 for under 50 grand.
Something I'm looking toward buying in the used market 😀
It’s a beautiful car but it’s not a Sports Sedan. It weighs way too much to be considered a real contender in the class it’s in with its $ and performance ratings. What it is however, is one hell of a GT car. The GSF , RCF and ISF all have that world class, super creamy V8 and with the appointed luxury they swathe the driver in… The weight detracts from these being real contenders in the class and at the same time, the weight is what makes them such great GT cars. The rain in this video demonstrates just how heavy these cars are as they stick to the ground with all that weight. Lexus gets an A+ for making this car in todays politically sensitive environment. I love manuals too but Lexus made the right call putting autos in these cars. After all, they are Continent Crushing Gt’s
Love these cars, if they got heavier discounts I'd sweep them up
I know how you feel!
Less than half that used and it’s a gem
of a car. Reliable and solid as a bank vault. We love ours.
The new M4 is Gorgeous but this RCF is unbeatable with beauty and reliability. Lexus for the win ^
I’ve never been a huge Lexus fan.... but THAT car is FRICKING AMAZING!!!!!!
Love Lexus styling , would pick this over euros any day, even being underpowered compared to other brands. Hope to get a GSF in the future. I like 4 doors better than coupes. Great review !!
Not for 90k. It’s crazy to think they have an even higher trim than this
Some of the best content ever created! Oscar worthy! On Throttle!!!!
WOW!!!!! This Car Is Definitely A Beauty With A V8 🔥🔥😎😎😎
After getting used to the Lexus track pad I find it preferable to a touch screen. For me it seems more stable to use when driving going over bumps than trying to use the touchscreen is. Also the location of the screen on this car allows you to keep your vision more centered toward the windshield than the placement of a traditional infotainment screen lower on the dash. Maybe I'm just biased however.
after pretty much driving only older lexuses with touch screens, I'm already getting used to the track pad on my new RC F. it's not as bad as people make it out to be
This was a good car. I’m very interested to see what Lexus does with the next gen RCF and ISF platforms
Is500 aka isf is coming
@@josesandoval1966 and per Lexus there will be a dedicated ISF model above the already excellent IS500
Love the color and the Car sound with headphones!
Nice man!
😁
I think this car is better as his competitor the BMW M3 V8 NA.
U did again Joe, these cars we wanna see, thank you!
We both have similar taste! You are very welcome!
Raitis rides... thats for you man.... this should be the ride till you past retirement 😂😂😂😂 or the one you can use on weekends with Lori.
I like the way that you think.
Just buy it used lol. Its a lexus v8 and wont break
Learnt something new: Alcantara is the of the company, and not the material. Like Q-Tip.
Preferred twinkie for the road course! I knew I put them somewhere lol. Loving the blue on that RCF! My favorite kind of car, a GT. Great, Joe, I've had to add another car to my wish list. Thanks for another great video, Lori!
This car is beautiful. Love it!
I am so glad that you love this one.
Joe I love your videos I appreciate the work you and Lori put in and I get excited each video because I genuinely enjoy them. The only thing putting a cork in it is the microphone. It sounds like it has way too much gain. Your voice is always buzzing especially on a(s). I'd appreciate it if you can take a look at it. Thanks for all the hard work
Great work Joe! One car you should try to find to review, is the Porchse 918 Spyder!
when my GME profits come in I'm getting this same color and carbon package, i drive a rx350 right now, cant wait for the upgrade.
Hey Joe, wow wow wow 👏on throttle love this video 📹
You know it!
I Bought a certified LC500 last week. OMG, this car is amazing and it has the same engine as the RCF. I would suggest you look at a certified LC if you are thinking about the RCf. They are not that much more expensive compared to the RCF and the car is rare and amazing. A certified , low mileage LC is actually less expensive than a new RCF. I paid 64k for a 2018 LC, with 30k miles. It has 1 year of manufacture warranty left and then additional two years of certification. In my opinion,you cannot beat this car. The original msrp on my cars was 105k. The car I bought has every available option on it. By the way , I get over 30 mpg on the interstate and the sound, oh, boy, wow!
Congrats!
That is so awesome Anthony!
@@Anthony-dk7de how do you like that engine , it’s amazing!
@@RaitisRides great videos sir! Your one on the LC a few years ago helped me make my mind up. Thank you!
How’s the steering on the LC? I found it slow and performance was a let down as well.
I really want one, the used RCFs are getting more scarce out there. I gotta hurry up and get my weekend car!
Forreal everyone's buying up the lease returns and they're going straight into garages for long term !
All Prayers and Blessings out to You Joe And Lori Always Giving your Best And I Appreciate the Light you shed on the Higher End Cars Its Very Informative Thank you and yes would Love the opportunity on this Lexus V8 It Does what's Needed Stay safe Blessings Always Joe And Lori Raiti 🙏🙏
We appreciate you so very much! I hope you have a blessed weekend!
I sure hope that Lexus will upgrade the infotainment system (touchscreen, but not just tacked onto the dash), replace the mechanical parking brake with an electronic parking brake, update the interior w/more luxury & sound treatment material/glass and include the LSS+ 2.5, all before discontinuing the NA V8. I'll scoop one up in 2022 or whenever they decide to do it. But for now I can't justify the cost for basically 2014 technology/trim. Love this car and got my money stashed and waiting. Don't need or want a sunroof, carbon package, Mark Levinson and Navigation. Got the sound covered with a custom integrated after-market sound system/back seat delete. Factory navigation...erm well, no thanx. Both ML & Nav options necessitate MOST Over Copper bus that makes installing custom sound difficult at best.
Thanx Joe and Laurie for this review. Great job. Hopefully in the next year or two y'all will be reviewing the upgraded car I just described.
Lexus do know how to make a beautiful car 😍
It’s cool that Lexus IS still using the same infotainment and interface system from 2004.
I love the RC F. I would love to own one. Great review.
Thanks Dan for letting me share it with you!
Love that spider web looking grill.
I agree with you!
i have a rc f and i love it! i love LEXUS i have owned 5 lol!
I still really wanna see your car collection, even if it's small. Fellow Floridian here, lived in WC since 1990 before people knew what wesley chapel was! I know you do a lot of reviews here, we have a lot of dealerships here, looks like they're building another new one next to WC BMW, dunno what it is. Thanks for all the great and consistent reviews!
I love this car, but it is hard to justify the $90k when you can get a C8 Corvette or a higher trim C7
Lexus engineers have been abducted and came back with blueprints. I love the stealthy look. I would matte black it like a U-2 spy color
So amazing rcf performance its beautiful car...is also my dream car❤🤗👍...
Oh man, that rumble! It is music!
Bottom lline I wanted reliability not expensive repairs and breakdown