See my LC vs Mercedes S550 Coupe review: th-cam.com/video/trnDkYn-44g/w-d-xo.html Benz fan girls in the forum probably can't even digest this comparison but welcome to the real world
The cool thing about the LC500, you can always look at another car and say "Oh, that's nice!".... and not have a bit of buyer's remorse. All the coupes you listed are amazing.. C8, 911, F-type, and the Benz. The Benz AMG GT looks great but I would get a LC500
Yea zero remorse I respect the competition after driving almost all of them and Im very happy they exist but for me LC is still on top of automotive experiences
I just recently became aware of the Lexus LC 500 and I think it's one of the most incredible cars I've ever seen. With that said it being a Lexus and no turbos is just absolutely off-the-hook incredible. My dream is to get one of these before they go off the market. Preferably brand new. And I might just very well have the opportunity to do that so long as I can find one of these things at a dealership. That's where the problem is, is finding a unicorn. Especially one as such a caliber as these LC500 are
As a former Z enthusiast (3 variants), I just purchased the LC500 2024 edition as my new Z. Some months ago, I had purchased a 2017 Mazda MX-5 RF as my next Z and found it to be an excellent sports/luxury car blend that is very enjoyable to own and drive. The MX-5 is in the 5 generation and is well refined and very well engineered/evolved. I can recommend the MX-5 as the best sports car for the price point ($30-40K) new. I had in years past, previously reviewed and liked the LC500 but was annoyed by the electronics in the platform. And to my surprise, Lexus Corporate listened to the market and updated the infotainment for 2024. So the Miata is now going to find a new home and the LC500 has earned a spot in the garage. Having owned and driven many vehicles over my baby boomer life, the LC500 is the penultimate Lexus blend of GT/LS art/engineering and is actually priced well, with respect to the competition. I appreciate your review and agree with many of your comments. Stay safe and happy driving!
Massive congrats my friend on your new 2024 LC! And thanks so much for taking your time to share with us your detailed owner thoughts and experiences from over the years, it was a pleasure to read! Enjoy your new LC and God Bless!
I've now finished watching all this video and it is one of the most sensible car videos on TH-cam. You are so right. Having been away from Lexus F products for three years and owning an AMG, I am seriously now looking at getting an LC. It's not all about power. Having said that, off the line, I'd put my money on the Lexus - traction is so much better than an AMG's. When it comes to the twisty roads..... same again, the Lexus
The amg gt goes 0-60 a whole second quicker than the lexus. And for handling... the lexus weighs 3-400kg (850lbs) more than the amg and rides on 21 inch wheels + runflats!
I had my eye on the new 2924 AMG GT, and that car is sooo beautiful, but I am worried about the long term reliability. I always looked down on the LC500, but after looking at one in Lexus dealership while servicing my wife's GX, it is growing on me. I did more research, and this car is almost hand built and one day might become a collector. I am tempted on submitting an order for an LC 500 Bestook edition with Mica blue exterior.
thank you for this review , i thought they would be similiar cars but turns out the AMG GT is more AMG than GT. I love how you do 2k rpms in the LC in comfort mode and its already screaming ,i truly understand the way you feel about that car .BTW you said you usually drift that car? I would like to see some donuts spanking the rev limiter to be honest... :D I hope you never get tired of the LC
Maybe its just me.. But I don't see the purpose of more than 400 HP or so in a coupe for a normal person. If im breaking speed limits in 5 seconds and going to jail in 10, do I really need to accelerate those times? 🤣
Yes and that's what I was trying to convey in this long winded 30 min rant this HP race yields to very little practical use for normal humans. I want something that's enjoyable on the street and not something so powerful even the car can't cope with it's own abilities
You make such a good point about the "reality of driving a faster car daily".... I got a ticket in an RC350f... 50 in a 35.... I barely feel im moving at that speed...I would have lost my license in an AMG GT!...
The RC 350 F sport is such a phenomenal car along with the IS 350 and GS 350 F sports. That V6 is a gem and I find it to be perfect to wring out on the streets has character too. Yea Derrick sorry to hear about that ticket but doing 10-15 over is a breeze in these Lexus cars, AMG GT would be flying with all that twin turbo power just too much 😆
I really wanted to do a vs between the F12 and LC but I feel like the crazy V12 is also another motor that just can't be exploited properly on the street Bentley with Twin Turbo W12 is probably the same
Currently going back and forth between these two cars and can't make up my mind. Really awesome seeing and exact comparison between the two. Thank you so much for the in-depth long breakdown. And btw much more enjoyable than just a drag race😆Subbed
Great review, nice to be sensible driving for a change and you are so right. 99% of people who buy these just want to cruise around and enjoy the drive not try and destroy their gearbox and engine. Both very nice cars but as you might be able to tell I have a convertible!
Wow that's gorgeous my friend that's not just any convertible you got the special edition Structural blue with the white interior incredible! I hope you're really enjoying that beauty but yea the LC is the perfect car to drive at near 100% and somewhat try to push it to its limits. These other competitors can't even be utilized defeats its own purpose. And def helps that LC is great to cruise in
@@MeynMotorGroup This is a tribute to my father who passed away, his first new car was a Blue Toyota with cream interior. He loved this car and was so kind and generous, he told us to use our inheretance to have fun in life so I purchased the closest car to his and one that he would of enjoyed. Love your reviews just think they are genuine and honest with no hype so thanks again.
Incredible story wow thank you very much for sharing and I love your car is honoring your fathers first vehicle he loved. Humbled to have you as a viewer on the channel!
@@MeynMotorGroup hoping it not just an ev but truly dreaming of a performance hybrid with the NA v8 and electric motor, kinda like a 918. Oh man I'll keep dreaming lol
I appreciate your real world perspective. I prefer the look of the AMG but, as I think more seriously, don't want to deal with dishonest mechanics etc.
Yea my friend they are almost never compared especially since the LC is just not an accepted vehicle by the car society even tho I can go on and on about how solid it is and fun it is on a street, reality is it doesn't have any of the 0-60 numbers or other specs that get people giddy about it. People just think it's heavy and it's merely a cruiser
Ah yes TH-cam has always notifications issues even for those who have the bell on..is what it is but appreciate you my friend and I thank you for the support!
I love the AMG GT but I experience that “too much power’ thing in my S class. I want to keep my foot to the floor but on the street it’s just not a good idea.
I just bought an SL550. I looked at the LC500. I love the looks but I cannot get past the two knobs on either side of the dash. Looks. Like Shrek. I plan to drive the LC500 soon. Great review.
I'd rather have an SL because I hate soft tops. I understand that there's some driving Advantage or something to having a soft top, or space or something, but I just want the car to look good and it doesn't with a soft top
I know I'm talking about a different car, but I think the pleated fabric and glass decoration look unbelievable on the LS500. Definitely original and Japanese
I'd love an LC, but in the real world im not in the market for one. Unfortunate that most people who can afford it won't buy it. Looking at autotrader these things are already in the 60-70k range for the '18 models... Crazy!!
I've noticed LC sales picked up a little bit when the mainstream reviewers started rubbing themselves to it last year but as a whole, cars like this are on its way out and most don't want an Eastern branded car at this price, they need Euros and specs. Lusting for an experience is a thing of the past. 18 models unfortunately rode really bad
@@MeynMotorGroup LOL yeah what was up with everyone super into the LC this year?? I remember seeing it in 18 and thinking it looked absolutely stunning but it got basically no attention. Did the dynamics really change that much from '18?
Yea 2019 and up pretty nice improvements 2021 biggest change is it rides like butter but 19 and 20 is great but costs significantly more than the 18 because of that
When i mention to people i own a lexus there response is wow you have gone up market very nice, but if i mention acura they don't no what it is until i explain the brand to them , so it goes to show that lexus is really established as a prestige luxury brand. Lexus also has great resale value as well. I must ad that i am not a lexus fanboy i like mercedes and other brands as well , most prestige brands are desirable. All brands have strengths and weaknesses, so its horses for courses.
@@MeynMotorGroup ah i see. I saw a post where a youtuber was wraping his car. I thought you were gonna wrap it. But the ceramic coating and stuff is definely good
Thanks! I think what makes the LC great is how it can be aggressively driven on the street and not feel wasted almost 100% of it's glory can be exploited vs the competition
AMG GT does look old out dated very fast , on the other hand the design of LC500 Still better look than most if not all the premium cars, The old car I can think off is Austin Martin’s Vanquish, as the best looking car for a while now
LC500 is the only car at moment when you put it next to vanquish will not get pull down. Actually got a class of its own LC500 vs Vantage , LC500 actually looks better and stands out more (from one of the youtube comparisons)
It’s clear you love your LC, but you were quite balanced with the Benz. This review is quite useful because you highlighted the pros and cons of each. As you suggest, in the end, if you want an unapologetic big beast, get the Benz,. If you want something more everyday car with a luxo touch, and a great sounding NAV8, get the Lexus. I think the buyer of an LC is more likely to be thinking about a slightly used M8 or the S Coupe. You started to compare the latter, but if you could review the three side by side, I’m sure you’d do a great job.
Hey thank you my friend glad it was valuable. Yes the 8 series is a car I would like to check out, I actually already did a vid comparing to the S class coupe tho!
i went and saw your S class comparison,. Well done. I like the way you compare cars in a similar price range like a slightly used S coupe or Amg gt with a new LC. That’s the right comparison. Otherwise , it´s hardly useful to compare a 110k car with a 170 k dollar one. So I commend you for that and I also commend you for being forthright right up front that you own an LC and love it.....so your bias is right out in the open. Somewhat surprisingly, the LC can take on those other cars even if they are new, but it´s not so surprising when you get in an LC and drive it. I have a six year old SL....love it and all that, and I’m not a retired dentist in Florida. But this LC is in a class of its own and apparently it´s taking a while for the market to catch on. And that´s fine. Two months ago I would have never even dreamed of buying a Lexus. But after seeing you rreview and a few others, I went to the dealer and drove it. What you say seems spot on. I ordered the convertible yesterday. Hope I dońt have to wait 4 months till it arrives.
Massive congrats my friend wow I am so humbled the videos helped out yea I definitely try to make pragmatic comparisons. I'm so happy you test drove an LC and found it to be a great driving experience and even ordered one after. I certainly don't think you will be disappointed, this may will mark my 1 year ownership with the LC I am not getting tired of it at all. The ride is significantly better in the 2021 models. Enjoy, can't wait for you to take delivery
طبعا لكزس lc500 اجمل من المرسيدس وشكرا على الشرح ولك التقدير . ياسر من دبي Of course, Lexus LC500 is more beautiful than Mercedes and thank you for the explanation and you have the appreciation. Yasser from Dubai
To me bro the your LC500 looks way better the front of the Benz looks too long again I like the rear better lol only thing I like about the front is the headlights and the grill with the Benz symbol
just like your bud I traded my 2019 c7 z06 with lc 500h and it is a much better car in every which way you look at it beside who needs un useable 650 hp where speed limit is only 65 mph !!!
28:28 to 28:40 facts facts Kevin that’s why your the best because you give the info that’s need not the info that people want to hear love the review sir love it ..now let’s just say the LC is the perfect balance for the money in its class it’s just a well made design car ..am I reaching if I say..it just might be the bench mark for the class ? But on the other side of the token I love think the Benz is whole different beast lol it’s beautiful and hungry to give you a ticket lol just a absolute bully lol I love it.
Haha thank you my friend Im sorry you had to sit through this vid for over 28 min but glad you appreciated the message. Yea I still think the AMG is super fun monster that is worth experiencing. The decent resale value of buying a used one means I think you can have it for a year and maybe switch into something else without experiencing too much lose
@@MeynMotorGroup lol 😂 hey I don’t mind watching the full videos because you never utter bs out of your mouth always on point with what your view is on your topics ..but yea the Amg is just a raw bad boy man lmao honestly I think that’s where all AMG is place in book ..you want luxury but under all the uniform of it it’s a total night from the day of what a regular Benz is it’s just a brutal beast a clean cut but rough hit man ..I have driven a few and they had me saying to myself “Jesus this is a Benz but lord far from regular it’s a monster”..love them..I would say bmw m vehicles has a expected feel to the hype of their reputation it is what it is just a well balance fast fun beast.
Haha humbled by that, and yea you're so right AMG GT is like no other Benz it really is a crazy beast all on it's own and so skiddish very fun for sure. And I have not tried an 8 series, something to look into!
Totally agree with the review. I've owned an IS-F, an RC-F and driven several LC500s. I currently drive a C63 (bi turbo). Definitely a wild ride in comparison to the LC500 Build quality wise, Mercedes is dire. Lexus is amazing.
Man how wide that gts is!!! I love both!! Lc500 is an amazing looking and sounding car, I just wish it came supercharged or twinturbo, it would be that much more amazing having 550-600hp with plenty of tuning abilities, I know it’s it a gt cruiser, but I’m really on the edge on picking one up as a nice weekend cruiser! Gts I sat in was the convertible in which I couldn’t fit at all!! I’m 6”6 245lbs!! So the salesman sold me I have a better chance with the coupe and not the convertible.
Oh man that's unfortunate you couldn't fit in the convertible really seemed like there was a ton of head room in it with the top down I know you would def fit 😅 but yea def try the coupe then I think that will def have a few extra inches to spare. Best of luck my friend hope you enjoy this crazy ride!
I had the AMG Gt, 991 and LC on my list. I bought the LC! “Real world” makes the LC the obvious way to go! I you are more into bragging rights and show off the AMG GT is the way to go.
Great review but the Lexus drives like a marshmallow on steroids. There is ABSOLULY no comparison whatsoever between these two vehicles. When I see the Lexus on the road I just assume it's being driven by a retiree. I don't care how you dress it up.
Yea that’s the misunderstanding I’m trying to eliminate from the masses since mainstream car reviews have failed the public in terms of how vehicles truly feel
@jeffnnj I think you're wrong my friend. Not convinced ? Here is a LC 500 video from a nice gentlemen. And ohh, i almost forgot to mention..... he's a Mercedes AMG GT-s owner. th-cam.com/video/qI1eBZSSjts/w-d-xo.html
Let's imagine this MB car was reliable and not totally ugly. Let's imagine the MB had enough horsepower for the real world and was appointed beautifully on the inside. Well, son of a gun...now it's beginning to sound like an LC 500 more and more. Unfortunately, the design studio at MB can't design a good looking, reliable car if their butts depended on it. What they can do is slap on a turbo, destined to break, and make so much horsepower that it will put your life in danger. For the life of me, it's hard to believe anybody would buy anything made in Germany. Whether it be a P, B, M, V or an A, all of them are money pits. You will find that out within two years of your purchase. But, the cool thing about human beings is we're not all alike. Some of us are total morons and morons love cars that break. So, the way it works out is there are cars that break available for morons. See how perfect that is? Some of the other high horsepower useless cars will always be available on used car lots with about 5,000 miles or less on the odometer. Usually young, stupid guys think such and such a car will make them happy and they soon find out what we smart people already know. For instance, do you lust for a McLaren? Go buy one and watch it disintegrate as you leave the lot. Chances are, if you make it home, it will be in need of repair. This reviewer is my kind of reviewer. He's smart and sensible. He realizes, as do I, that we all live in the real world. The basic idea is "don't get dead". That's job number one. Your best chance of doing that is to avoid cars built to kill you. The LC 500 is designed to get you where you want to go safely, reliably and in total comfort while looking fantastic inside and out. My advice to everyone is...if you can find a better car than the Lexus LC 500 - go buy it.
Twin turbos are expensive to maintain and Mercedes is one of the most expensive cars to maintain to begin with. LC's don't break. The AMG GT weighs about 1300 pounds less than the LC 500 and yet it's only marginally faster from 0-60. It's also a very UGLY, UGLY car from every angle. The interior looks like it belongs in a strip club with pole dancers. So, of course if you're a knucklehead and believe the hype about German cars, you'll want to buy this one...because that's what Mercedes counts on. Ah yes, German engineering is wonderful and with all that money you will spend, you will get cheap plastic relays, sensors and other critical parts...all horribly expensive to replace. To me, there is no comparison anywhere in the world to the LC 500 if you live in the real world of motoring on public roads. However, I wouldn't want it any other way and people should be free to choose what they prefer. Great review again, bro'. I still love my 2018 without the performance package. It's an awesome car.
To your point please go to the website of this Mercedes dealership Hoffman Mercedes in Chicago. They have listed over 15 2022 SL 63 AMG as a lemon. I am not joking please check it out. The original sticker price for these SL AMGs were between 190-$200k, and they are selling them as a lemon buyback for 120-$130k. That is when I said to myself if I spend that much money on a car that is so unreliable. No way.
@@edmasoud2826 Many people buy the "hype". They never consider what happens when something goes wrong...and it certainly will. If money is no object, buy whatever you want. For everyone else, do your homework.
See my LC vs Mercedes S550 Coupe review:
th-cam.com/video/trnDkYn-44g/w-d-xo.html
Benz fan girls in the forum probably can't even digest this comparison but welcome to the real world
haha love it!! I'll watch now!
For me, the styling & especially the reliability is most important so I absolutely would not hesitate to choose the Lexus LC500!!
I hear yea my friend! Although I must say the benz is no slouch in the looks department!
100%
The LC was designed by enthusiasts, most of its competitors were designed by marketing departments
Exactly!
The cool thing about the LC500, you can always look at another car and say "Oh, that's nice!".... and not have a bit of buyer's remorse. All the coupes you listed are amazing.. C8, 911, F-type, and the Benz. The Benz AMG GT looks great but I would get a LC500
Yea zero remorse I respect the competition after driving almost all of them and Im very happy they exist but for me LC is still on top of automotive experiences
I just recently became aware of the Lexus LC 500 and I think it's one of the most incredible cars I've ever seen. With that said it being a Lexus and no turbos is just absolutely off-the-hook incredible. My dream is to get one of these before they go off the market. Preferably brand new. And I might just very well have the opportunity to do that so long as I can find one of these things at a dealership. That's where the problem is, is finding a unicorn. Especially one as such a caliber as these LC500 are
Both beautiful cars! I prefer LC 500 since its different and I love watching your reviews thank you for these videos :)
Glad you enjoyed my friend sorry for the length of this one 😅
As a former Z enthusiast (3 variants), I just purchased the LC500 2024 edition as my new Z. Some months ago, I had purchased a 2017 Mazda MX-5 RF as my next Z and found it to be an excellent sports/luxury car blend that is very enjoyable to own and drive. The MX-5 is in the 5 generation and is well refined and very well engineered/evolved. I can recommend the MX-5 as the best sports car for the price point ($30-40K) new. I had in years past, previously reviewed and liked the LC500 but was annoyed by the electronics in the platform. And to my surprise, Lexus Corporate listened to the market and updated the infotainment for 2024. So the Miata is now going to find a new home and the LC500 has earned a spot in the garage. Having owned and driven many vehicles over my baby boomer life, the LC500 is the penultimate Lexus blend of GT/LS art/engineering and is actually priced well, with respect to the competition. I appreciate your review and agree with many of your comments. Stay safe and happy driving!
Massive congrats my friend on your new 2024 LC! And thanks so much for taking your time to share with us your detailed owner thoughts and experiences from over the years, it was a pleasure to read! Enjoy your new LC and God Bless!
Can't be fast when your car is in the shop-just got back my SL550 after a 3 week visit to the mechanic. LC500 maybe my next vehicle.
I’m convinced bro as usual with all your reviews especially Lexus 👍🏾👍🏾
Thanks bro!
I've now finished watching all this video and it is one of the most sensible car videos on TH-cam. You are so right. Having been away from Lexus F products for three years and owning an AMG, I am seriously now looking at getting an LC. It's not all about power. Having said that, off the line, I'd put my money on the Lexus - traction is so much better than an AMG's. When it comes to the twisty roads..... same again, the Lexus
The amg gt goes 0-60 a whole second quicker than the lexus. And for handling... the lexus weighs 3-400kg (850lbs) more than the amg and rides on 21 inch wheels + runflats!
Having owned a Mercedes and all the headache I expereinced , I will the the LC all day/night long.
I had my eye on the new 2924 AMG GT, and that car is sooo beautiful, but I am worried about the long term reliability. I always looked down on the LC500, but after looking at one in Lexus dealership while servicing my wife's GX, it is growing on me. I did more research, and this car is almost hand built and one day might become a collector. I am tempted on submitting an order for an LC 500 Bestook edition with Mica blue exterior.
Which one do you think will blow the oil seals first?
Lol idk
thank you for this review , i thought they would be similiar cars but turns out the AMG GT is more AMG than GT.
I love how you do 2k rpms in the LC in comfort mode and its already screaming ,i truly understand the way you feel about that car .BTW you said you usually drift that car? I would like to see some donuts spanking the rev limiter to be honest... :D
I hope you never get tired of the LC
Ehh little power slides is more accurate 😅 a donut would leave me bankrupt 😄
Excellent reviews!
So 2021 LC500 ride is better than 2019 LC500? I’m looking at LC500 rn
cant afford these things but as a old Lexus owner i know 100% which one i would choose
I understand my friend!
One of the best comparisons at this price point, however it's pretty much power vs comfortable at this point.
Keep watching my friend 😅 the speed for once didn't infatuate me
Maybe its just me.. But I don't see the purpose of more than 400 HP or so in a coupe for a normal person. If im breaking speed limits in 5 seconds and going to jail in 10, do I really need to accelerate those times? 🤣
Yes and that's what I was trying to convey in this long winded 30 min rant this HP race yields to very little practical use for normal humans. I want something that's enjoyable on the street and not something so powerful even the car can't cope with it's own abilities
@@MeynMotorGroup Ahh commented before I got to that part of the vid.. of course you covered it 😂.
Haha yea somewhere in that long cluster of a video I'm sure I covered it 😂
You make such a good point about the "reality of driving a faster car daily".... I got a ticket in an RC350f... 50 in a 35.... I barely feel im moving at that speed...I would have lost my license in an AMG GT!...
The RC 350 F sport is such a phenomenal car along with the IS 350 and GS 350 F sports. That V6 is a gem and I find it to be perfect to wring out on the streets has character too. Yea Derrick sorry to hear about that ticket but doing 10-15 over is a breeze in these Lexus cars, AMG GT would be flying with all that twin turbo power just too much 😆
I'd take the LC500 over the Merc any day of the week!
Yea my friend I dont mean to be biased but after experiencing all the competition I gotta go LC still
@@MeynMotorGroup Me too bro LC500 first then the Benz after the LC500 just has that look too like no other 😎
I feel you bro!
When I a afford one or the other I would pick the LS 500 I love the way they Drive look well everything about them. Thanks for the video.
Sorry about that I mean the LC 500
Great choice my friend yea it is still my personal preference for sure
test the bentley contintenal vs the lexus
I really wanted to do a vs between the F12 and LC but I feel like the crazy V12 is also another motor that just can't be exploited properly on the street Bentley with Twin Turbo W12 is probably the same
How would you compare this LC500 with Austin Martin Vanquish?
Looks and the real world driving feeling?
I never got the chance to try an Aston!
Currently going back and forth between these two cars and can't make up my mind. Really awesome seeing and exact comparison between the two. Thank you so much for the in-depth long breakdown. And btw much more enjoyable than just a drag race😆Subbed
Thank you my friend, have you been able to test drive the two vehicles?
good review Kevin thanks, i like both cars.
I like both as well!
Love it! Great review, I’m a fanboy w a 23 lc 500……. Yup said it, meant it.
Kevin got a little attitude this morning. 😆
Great video man! I enjoyed it!
Hey appreciate you stopping by my friend!
@@MeynMotorGroup No worries, I make Lexus videos too if you wish to see some UK cars :)
Ah very cool my friend yea Lexus is a rare sight In Europe but I heard they are picking up in interest
@@MeynMotorGroup Yeah they are not strong sellers here. Good cars though and mostly all hybrids :) I love my SC430 though
Hi! Great video!! What is the best colour for the LC: white or red? Thank you
Hey thanks so much! Man I really like all the colors to be honest hard to pick but I like the new Orange they came out with
@@MeynMotorGroup
I'm gonna be ordering my LC in the Cad Orange. Love that color
Great review, nice to be sensible driving for a change and you are so right. 99% of people who buy these just want to cruise around and enjoy the drive not try and destroy their gearbox and engine. Both very nice cars but as you might be able to tell I have a convertible!
Wow that's gorgeous my friend that's not just any convertible you got the special edition Structural blue with the white interior incredible! I hope you're really enjoying that beauty but yea the LC is the perfect car to drive at near 100% and somewhat try to push it to its limits. These other competitors can't even be utilized defeats its own purpose. And def helps that LC is great to cruise in
@@MeynMotorGroup This is a tribute to my father who passed away, his first new car was a Blue Toyota with cream interior. He loved this car and was so kind and generous, he told us to use our inheretance to have fun in life so I purchased the closest car to his and one that he would of enjoyed. Love your reviews just think they are genuine and honest with no hype so thanks again.
Incredible story wow thank you very much for sharing and I love your car is honoring your fathers first vehicle he loved. Humbled to have you as a viewer on the channel!
@@MeynMotorGroup Cheers from Australia Stay Safe over there.
You as well my friend!
LC all day any day!
Thanks for the review 👍
Hey thanks for stopping by my friend!
I just want to see what Lexus’s f brand can do to the lc
Yea I was very curious but unfortunately idk if it will ever happen since I think Lexus stopped development of the TT V8
@@MeynMotorGroup honestly I don't even want it to have turbos but rather an electric motor up front. But I'm just over here dreaming
Oh yea but we can def dream still! I'm sure Lexus has an EV on the way Benz and Audi already do
@@MeynMotorGroup hoping it not just an ev but truly dreaming of a performance hybrid with the NA v8 and electric motor, kinda like a 918. Oh man I'll keep dreaming lol
I like your reviews
I appreciate your real world perspective. I prefer the look of the AMG but, as I think more seriously, don't want to deal with dishonest mechanics etc.
Thank you Kevin.
So funny that you're comparing these two cars when they're two of my finalists even though I don't think they're often compared.
Yea my friend they are almost never compared especially since the LC is just not an accepted vehicle by the car society even tho I can go on and on about how solid it is and fun it is on a street, reality is it doesn't have any of the 0-60 numbers or other specs that get people giddy about it. People just think it's heavy and it's merely a cruiser
Great video keep it up
Thanks so much!
Wooo bro loved the way that engine grow when u turned it on in the beginning of the video 👍🏾👍🏾
Yea bro that motor is a gem 💎!
Great video
Thank you!
Great video once again 👏 TH-cam gave me no notis however smh
Ah yes TH-cam has always notifications issues even for those who have the bell on..is what it is but appreciate you my friend and I thank you for the support!
I would take the LC over the GT any day
I understand!
I love the AMG GT but I experience that “too much power’ thing in my S class. I want to keep my foot to the floor but on the street it’s just not a good idea.
Yea so true Mercedes makes a beast of a motor for sure great cars
Great review Kev. Any idea if there will be a LC-F?
I dont think there will be anymore
I just bought an SL550. I looked at the LC500. I love the looks but I cannot get past the two knobs on either side of the dash. Looks. Like Shrek. I plan to drive the LC500 soon. Great review.
I'd rather have an SL because I hate soft tops. I understand that there's some driving Advantage or something to having a soft top, or space or something, but I just want the car to look good and it doesn't with a soft top
Kevin, I think that the best luxurious Coupe GT is the Bentley Continental GT.
I actually did one but it was a 2008 😅
@@MeynMotorGroup the old one is not bad but the new one is freaking good especially with the Bi-Turbo V12 engine.
True very expensive tho 😆
@@MeynMotorGroup yes thats right.
I know I'm talking about a different car, but I think the pleated fabric and glass decoration look unbelievable on the LS500. Definitely original and Japanese
Oh for sure my friend it really is stunning and it's solid too
I'd love an LC, but in the real world im not in the market for one. Unfortunate that most people who can afford it won't buy it. Looking at autotrader these things are already in the 60-70k range for the '18 models... Crazy!!
I've noticed LC sales picked up a little bit when the mainstream reviewers started rubbing themselves to it last year but as a whole, cars like this are on its way out and most don't want an Eastern branded car at this price, they need Euros and specs. Lusting for an experience is a thing of the past. 18 models unfortunately rode really bad
@@MeynMotorGroup LOL yeah what was up with everyone super into the LC this year?? I remember seeing it in 18 and thinking it looked absolutely stunning but it got basically no attention. Did the dynamics really change that much from '18?
Yea 2019 and up pretty nice improvements 2021 biggest change is it rides like butter but 19 and 20 is great but costs significantly more than the 18 because of that
When i mention to people i own a lexus there response is wow you have gone up market very nice, but if i mention acura they don't no what it is until i explain the brand to them , so it goes to show that lexus is really established as a prestige luxury brand. Lexus also has great resale value as well. I must ad that i am not a lexus fanboy i like mercedes and other brands as well , most prestige brands are desirable. All brands have strengths and weaknesses, so its horses for courses.
Perfectly said everything has a strength and weakness a best car doesn't exist or we would all drive it
@@MeynMotorGroup Thanks Kevin.
I think the lc500 won!
Yea but I still would tell people to go buy the competitors since nobody can accept the LC
@@MeynMotorGroup idk man the lc just looks better. Also when are you getting it wraped!
I already got mine PPF and ceramic coated so I don't have any plans of wrapping it haha I like the paint and the quality of it a lot
@@MeynMotorGroup ah i see. I saw a post where a youtuber was wraping his car. I thought you were gonna wrap it. But the ceramic coating and stuff is definely good
Great review of both cars are great to look at
The Benz is made for speed were as lc is for more cruising just different animals
Thanks! I think what makes the LC great is how it can be aggressively driven on the street and not feel wasted almost 100% of it's glory can be exploited vs the competition
LC wins. No questions asked.
Amg gts is not very comfortable for daily. Interior squeaks. Trunk squeaks. You feel everything. LC500 looks and feels more like SL63.
Yea you're def right AMG GT is extremely stiff, not like their other AMG 63 models
AMG GT does look old out dated very fast , on the other hand the design of LC500 Still better look than most if not all the premium cars,
The old car I can think off is Austin Martin’s Vanquish, as the best looking car for a while now
Always loved the look of the Vanquish
LC500 is the only car at moment when you put it next to vanquish will not get pull down. Actually got a class of its own
LC500 vs Vantage , LC500 actually looks better and stands out more (from one of the youtube comparisons)
It’s clear you love your LC, but you were quite balanced with the Benz. This review is quite useful because you highlighted the pros and cons of each. As you suggest, in the end, if you want an unapologetic big beast, get the Benz,. If you want something more everyday car with a luxo touch, and a great sounding NAV8, get the Lexus. I think the buyer of an LC is more likely to be thinking about a slightly used M8 or the S Coupe. You started to compare the latter, but if you could review the three side by side, I’m sure you’d do a great job.
Hey thank you my friend glad it was valuable. Yes the 8 series is a car I would like to check out, I actually already did a vid comparing to the S class coupe tho!
i went and saw your S class comparison,. Well done. I like the way you compare cars in a similar price range like a slightly used S coupe or Amg gt with a new LC. That’s the right comparison. Otherwise , it´s hardly useful to compare a 110k car with a 170 k dollar one. So I commend you for that and I also commend you for being forthright right up front that you own an LC and love it.....so your bias is right out in the open. Somewhat surprisingly, the LC can take on those other cars even if they are new, but it´s not so surprising when you get in an LC and drive it. I have a six year old SL....love it and all that, and I’m not a retired dentist in Florida. But this LC is in a class of its own and apparently it´s taking a while for the market to catch on. And that´s fine. Two months ago I would have never even dreamed of buying a Lexus. But after seeing you rreview and a few others, I went to the dealer and drove it. What you say seems spot on. I ordered the convertible yesterday. Hope I dońt have to wait 4 months till it arrives.
Massive congrats my friend wow I am so humbled the videos helped out yea I definitely try to make pragmatic comparisons. I'm so happy you test drove an LC and found it to be a great driving experience and even ordered one after. I certainly don't think you will be disappointed, this may will mark my 1 year ownership with the LC I am not getting tired of it at all. The ride is significantly better in the 2021 models. Enjoy, can't wait for you to take delivery
Give me my LC500 anyday
Haha I hear ya
I don’t have to watch the video in order to know that I would pick the LC500 any day over de Mercedes (but I’m going to watch anyway)
Haha appreciate it my friend!
you had me until 1:30
Agree 7 speed is enough .. 10 gear is for "hey we can do this stuff "
Haha yup
طبعا لكزس lc500 اجمل من المرسيدس وشكرا على الشرح ولك التقدير . ياسر من دبي
Of course, Lexus LC500 is more beautiful than Mercedes and thank you for the explanation and you have the appreciation.
Yasser from Dubai
Give me the Lexus first. Yes, all of those cars would be a joy to own and drive.
To me bro the your LC500 looks way better the front of the Benz looks too long again I like the rear better lol only thing I like about the front is the headlights and the grill with the Benz symbol
Yea I hear you bro I really like the benz looks just wish it was physically a larger car but is what it is
@@MeynMotorGroup Agreed 100 👍🏾👍🏾
just like your bud I traded my 2019 c7 z06 with lc 500h and it is a much better car in every which way you look at it beside who needs un useable 650 hp where speed limit is only 65 mph !!!
Both are beautiful, But I would Choose Mercedes Benz but not convertible :)
Excellent choice my friend it is a hoot to drive!
@@MeynMotorGroup but I see why you Love that Lexus, they Nailed it. Interior is beautiful, Both Great cars. And Great work man! You’re a workhorse:)
Yea all these cars serve a certain purpose for sure all are fun in their own way thank you very, humbled by your support!
You gotta try to find a GTR model haha
My spinal cord would disintegrate 😅
Mercedes will fall apart with time, Lexus will not.
28:28 to 28:40 facts facts Kevin that’s why your the best because you give the info that’s need not the info that people want to hear love the review sir love it ..now let’s just say the LC is the perfect balance for the money in its class it’s just a well made design car ..am I reaching if I say..it just might be the bench mark for the class ? But on the other side of the token I love think the Benz is whole different beast lol it’s beautiful and hungry to give you a ticket lol just a absolute bully lol I love it.
Haha thank you my friend Im sorry you had to sit through this vid for over 28 min but glad you appreciated the message. Yea I still think the AMG is super fun monster that is worth experiencing. The decent resale value of buying a used one means I think you can have it for a year and maybe switch into something else without experiencing too much lose
@@MeynMotorGroup lol 😂 hey I don’t mind watching the full videos because you never utter bs out of your mouth always on point with what your view is on your topics ..but yea the Amg is just a raw bad boy man lmao honestly I think that’s where all AMG is place in book ..you want luxury but under all the uniform of it it’s a total night from the day of what a regular Benz is it’s just a brutal beast a clean cut but rough hit man ..I have driven a few and they had me saying to myself “Jesus this is a Benz but lord far from regular it’s a monster”..love them..I would say bmw m vehicles has a expected feel to the hype of their reputation it is what it is just a well balance fast fun beast.
Haha humbled by that, and yea you're so right AMG GT is like no other Benz it really is a crazy beast all on it's own and so skiddish very fun for sure. And I have not tried an 8 series, something to look into!
@@MeynMotorGroup yes look into the 8 series please ..hey Kevin still waiting on a brabus review lol it’s gonna happen bro get one from Florida
Totally agree with the review. I've owned an IS-F, an RC-F and driven several LC500s. I currently drive a C63 (bi turbo). Definitely a wild ride in comparison to the LC500
Build quality wise, Mercedes is dire. Lexus is amazing.
C63 is a wicked ride enjoy my friend love AMGs. So glad you've gotten to experience those amazing Lexus products as well!
Drove Them both end up owning The GTs. It’s a fun car. LC is beautiful but boring. Old ppl car just looks fancy.
Enjoy your new GT!
Well, that is apparently your opinion, and to be clear i respect your opinion.
But it's not his :
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Man how wide that gts is!!! I love both!! Lc500 is an amazing looking and sounding car, I just wish it came supercharged or twinturbo, it would be that much more amazing having 550-600hp with plenty of tuning abilities, I know it’s it a gt cruiser, but I’m really on the edge on picking one up as a nice weekend cruiser! Gts I sat in was the convertible in which I couldn’t fit at all!! I’m 6”6 245lbs!! So the salesman sold me I have a better chance with the coupe and not the convertible.
Oh man that's unfortunate you couldn't fit in the convertible really seemed like there was a ton of head room in it with the top down I know you would def fit 😅 but yea def try the coupe then I think that will def have a few extra inches to spare. Best of luck my friend hope you enjoy this crazy ride!
I had the AMG Gt, 991 and LC on my list. I bought the LC! “Real world” makes the LC the obvious way to go! I you are more into bragging rights and show off the AMG GT is the way to go.
Yea I agree as well my friend, some may not be convinced but this is how I feel about the LC as well after driving the competition
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Thanks again for stopping by brother!
@@MeynMotorGroup No problem bro can't wait to watch 👍🏾👍🏾
No question, I’d pick the LC all day, every day !
Nice!
Great review but the Lexus drives like a marshmallow on steroids. There is ABSOLULY no comparison whatsoever between these two vehicles. When I see the Lexus on the road I just assume it's being driven by a retiree. I don't care how you dress it up.
Yea that’s the misunderstanding I’m trying to eliminate from the masses since mainstream car reviews have failed the public in terms of how vehicles truly feel
@jeffnnj
I think you're wrong my friend.
Not convinced ?
Here is a LC 500 video from a nice gentlemen. And ohh, i almost forgot to mention..... he's a Mercedes AMG GT-s owner.
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I would take the Lexus any day over the Mercedes
I understand my friend!
Let's imagine this MB car was reliable and not totally ugly. Let's imagine the MB had enough horsepower for the real world and was appointed beautifully on the inside. Well, son of a gun...now it's beginning to sound like an LC 500 more and more. Unfortunately, the design studio at MB can't design a good looking, reliable car if their butts depended on it. What they can do is slap on a turbo, destined to break, and make so much horsepower that it will put your life in danger. For the life of me, it's hard to believe anybody would buy anything made in Germany. Whether it be a P, B, M, V or an A, all of them are money pits. You will find that out within two years of your purchase. But, the cool thing about human beings is we're not all alike. Some of us are total morons and morons love cars that break. So, the way it works out is there are cars that break available for morons. See how perfect that is? Some of the other high horsepower useless cars will always be available on used car lots with about 5,000 miles or less on the odometer. Usually young, stupid guys think such and such a car will make them happy and they soon find out what we smart people already know. For instance, do you lust for a McLaren? Go buy one and watch it disintegrate as you leave the lot. Chances are, if you make it home, it will be in need of repair. This reviewer is my kind of reviewer. He's smart and sensible. He realizes, as do I, that we all live in the real world. The basic idea is "don't get dead". That's job number one. Your best chance of doing that is to avoid cars built to kill you. The LC 500 is designed to get you where you want to go safely, reliably and in total comfort while looking fantastic inside and out. My advice to everyone is...if you can find a better car than the Lexus LC 500 - go buy it.
G wagon is the best😅😅
Twin turbos are expensive to maintain and Mercedes is one of the most expensive cars to maintain to begin with. LC's don't break. The AMG GT weighs about 1300 pounds less than the LC 500 and yet it's only marginally faster from 0-60. It's also a very UGLY, UGLY car from every angle. The interior looks like it belongs in a strip club with pole dancers. So, of course if you're a knucklehead and believe the hype about German cars, you'll want to buy this one...because that's what Mercedes counts on. Ah yes, German engineering is wonderful and with all that money you will spend, you will get cheap plastic relays, sensors and other critical parts...all horribly expensive to replace. To me, there is no comparison anywhere in the world to the LC 500 if you live in the real world of motoring on public roads. However, I wouldn't want it any other way and people should be free to choose what they prefer. Great review again, bro'. I still love my 2018 without the performance package. It's an awesome car.
To your point please go to the website of this Mercedes dealership Hoffman Mercedes in Chicago. They have listed over 15 2022 SL 63 AMG as a lemon. I am not joking please check it out. The original sticker price for these SL AMGs were between 190-$200k, and they are selling them as a lemon buyback for 120-$130k. That is when I said to myself if I spend that much money on a car that is so unreliable. No way.
@@edmasoud2826 Many people buy the "hype". They never consider what happens when something goes wrong...and it certainly will. If money is no object, buy whatever you want. For everyone else, do your homework.