Reader’s Question:

I have seen several Lexus concept cars. What are the latest improvements expected for the LF-A car and is this already marketed in Houston, Texas?

Grace

Houston, TX

The Lexus LF-A is a concept supercar which was first introduced at the 2005 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). This car was later recreated by Toyota’s premium brand for slight modifications and was re-launched at Detroit at 2007 North American International Auto Show.

LF-A offers a bold new design to Lexus brand and signifies the beginning of a new era in supercars. L-finesse is the styling design direction for the LF-A. This concept was used to re shape the redefine the 2005 to make it look more refined which was earlier presented at the 2007 NAIAS. The later version has revised styling and refinement, the front end is particularly made more curvaceous to make the LF-A sportier and give better aerodynamics. Before LF-A was launched, Lexus had a market image of producing first class, premium luxury cars. But with the launch of LF-A, the company is tried change its perception and also aimed market growth by producing powerful and beautiful supercars for its customers.

The running variant of the LF-A is powered by a high-revving 500+ horsepower V10 engine, a specification which puts LF-A in the same league with other car giants like Ferrari and Lamborghini. In its concept version the car measures 5 inches shorter than the Porsche 911, yet provides a wheelbase which is 9 inches longer than the 911, an evidence of better ride quality and good control.
Another development in the LF-A is the installation of a thick, fixed rear wing, which as compared to the smaller versions in other supercars, this rear wing is in charge for giving supercars the necessary down force at high speeds. Overall, LF-A’s front engine placement, together with a rear-mounted transaxle and radiators gives an excellent weight distribution; and at the same time a powerful engine, aerodynamics and revised styling enables the car to reach a top speed of 200 mph.
The cost of LF-A is expected to be about and not lower than $100,000, at such price, the LF-A is really one of the promising super cars to be produced by a Japanese automaker, and surely the production version of LF-A is going to pose big threat for other luxury car manufacturers presently competing with Lexus. I am not pretty sure if this is already available in Houston Texas, but I suggest calling or checking your local Lexus car dealers.

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