Will Lexus LFA put a nail coffin on BMW //M cars

[Kyosho]

No the LFA is in a different league. They cost over 250k, thats like saying the Ferrari 458 will put a nail in the coffin.

[SUB-ZERO]

The LFA is neither a replacement or substitute product for any BMW currently out there so it will not affect the M division in any way. Now, if ///M were to develop an LFA spankin M1 for $120k, there may be something to talk about.

-SZ

[Kyosho]

Originally Posted by bunnn

We'll have to wait for numbers to come to a conclusion now shouldn't we? I mean, it did put the fastest wet lap ever on Topgear(not that this means much), but the rumoured 'Ring times as well as others are clearly pointing that it performs better than the GTR ... not to mention the technology from chassis to body design to engine, every little detail on this car should not be overlooked...

Anyone who buys the LFA obviously does not care about a measly $450k, it'll be chump change to them...look at Shaq buying an RR phantom for LBJ...that alone shows you this kind of money is nothing to A LOT of people..especially when you consider 500 worldwide?



If you want to compare just the engine size then the F458 should be dead compared to ZR1s granted the price difference..

Btw, have you heard the LFA engine? It sounds pretty f'ing goood. Not to mention the way it revs, no motor right now holds a candle to that. I wouldn't come to a conclusion saying the Ferrari specs exceeds by looking at only paper stats, especially only comparing engine size and power


I agree that this definitely doesn't affect M sales, because 99% of us on here probably can't afford it anyways, which is why we think it's severely overpriced..i'm not saying it isn't..but relatively speaking

At the end of the day, I paid less for my Ferrari and I still drive a Ferrari. The WOW factor of seeing either one on the road is probably the same. Id get the same reaction from seeing a 458 or an LFA.

[ase2dais]

well nice to know I wont ever see this car next to me at the local traffic light
and like a Veyron I have yet to see

freaking $250k give me a break!
and for that price you wouldnt want to be mistaken as a Nissan GTR

... lexus is just making a statement they have what it takes

and definitely a Ferrari then would be a bargain

thks for the headsup..

forget going to your nearest Lexus showroom

[bunnn]

Originally Posted by Kyosho

At the end of the day, I paid less for my Ferrari and I still drive a Ferrari. The WOW factor of seeing either one on the road is probably the same. Id get the same reaction from seeing a 458 or an LFA.

Agreed to an extent, the WOW factor is pretty much the same from an entry level ferrari to top of the line Lambo ... but of course this depends on the person seeing the car, especially the non hardcore enthusiast

[xxe92xx]

im very interested in WHO would buy this car..

[mPlasticDesign]

Originally Posted by ase2dais

....freaking $250k give me a break!
and for that price you wouldnt want to be mistaken as a Nissan GTR...

It's not $250k, do you not even read the posts in your own (repost)thread?

Originally Posted by ///Metak

Lexus has, it's going to be $375-$400k depending on options.


Oh and I almost forgot......


.....wait for it...........

Phew, I feel much better now!


Reference:
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showpos...7&postcount=35

[domobrown]

Overpriced it may seem. But then you look at the build quality and how they actually make the car and you gain some sort of appreciation. Sure a GT-R can be had for much much less, but is it a real SUPERcar? Lexus has built solid, carbon fiber proof that they can make a driver's car. Of course the infatuation with Ferraris here are strong. Lexus is quite late in the game to make it's name in the exotic/sporty car scene. If you can look past the badge and the price, it's a damn good car. Call it useless, but Lexus has made their halo car. This car represents the brand and their philosophy. Every detail of the car is catered to being functional. The price tag is justifiable,especially of you're rich. You have comfort in knowing no one else in an LF-A will drive your way and the peace of mind in knowing Japanese=will barely break down. Also, Lexus doesn't make a penny from the car. Getting one will probably just cover the development costs and that's it. I can see why people don't like it; it's expensive and can barely outperform a Nissan. It has also taken 8 years to develop even with Toyota's racing experience. I guess we can't appreciate all the sweat, nuts and bolts put into the LF-A until we actually own/lease one.

[zuggerat89]

Sounds like sex... Ugly as F

[991GT3]

Originally Posted by domobrown

Overpriced it may seem. But then you look at the build quality and how they actually make the car and you gain some sort of appreciation. Sure a GT-R can be had for much much less, but is it a real SUPERcar?

Yes

[footie]

How would anyone be impressed by the LFA after driving the Bugatti Veyron?

I certainly doubt Chris will.

[ase2dais]

Originally Posted by ///Metak

It's not $250k, do you not even read the posts in your own (repost)thread?

who cares !!!
Actually the official site doesnt have the price and all these nos. all these poser pundits seems to point out are all speculations

Im sorry I dont live on the board and read all the minut worthless details

Originally Posted by Kyosho

No the LFA is in a different league. They cost over 250k, thats like saying the Ferrari 458 will put a nail in the coffin.

Originally Posted by joeybmew

who gives a crap .. cus there is no M car which cost over 250k

overpriced you think?

[ase2dais]

Originally Posted by footie

How would anyone be impressed by the LFA after driving the Bugatti Veyron?

I certainly doubt Chris will.

agree but quite surprise a car like that still use conventional car keys..
comfort access must have been an option

[ase2dais]

Originally Posted by zuggerat89

Sounds like sex... Ugly as F

[consolidated]

The upcoming 599XX based 599 GTO will make the LF-A look even more stupid than I first thought. I'd rather have this 700HP limited production 4 wheeled car-gasm.

http://www.evo.co.uk/news/evonews/24...i_599_gto.html

[Leozap]

Originally Posted by SUB-ZERO

+1

Mod, please consider closing this thread.

-SZ

So will the Veyron put a nail coffin on BMW //M cars...?

[ase2dais]

Originally Posted by consolidated

The upcoming 599XX based 599 GTO will make the LF-A look even more stupid than I first thought. I'd rather have this 700HP limited production 4 wheeled car-gasm.

[mPlasticDesign]

Originally Posted by ase2dais

who cares !!!
Actually the official site doesnt have the price and all these nos. all these poser pundits seems to point out are all speculations

Who cares? Well you are the one who started the REPOST thread. Seems you would prefer to talk with accuracte #'s rather than keep referring to incorrect figures. It is not speculation if it comes from Lexus. Just call 1 (866) 532-4794 if you are a serious buyer.

[bmwrjs]

Originally Posted by Oshin02

nice car, nice numbers, but hell no i would never pay 6 digits for a Japanese/Import

-Oshin

The only cars i think i would pay 6 digits for are the BMW F10 M5, 911 Turbo PDK, and the Ferrari 458

[bunnn]

Originally Posted by ase2dais

who cares !!!
Actually the official site doesnt have the price and all these nos. all these poser pundits seems to point out are all speculations
price is as official as it gets ..not speculations...

Im sorry I dont live on the board and read all the minut worthless details

coming from someone with 9200+post it made me chuckle


overpriced you think?

.

[mPlasticDesign]

that was my whole point. ^

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