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This Was The First Crash Of A Production Lexus LFA

Raphael Orlove — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:30:00 EST

We knew it was only a matter of time before someone crashed a Lexus LFA. The wait is over. This example of the Lexus supercar appears to have torn off the front clip and smashed up the rear. The car was recently sold, and we hope the next owner is a bit more respectful of the LFA's sharp handling and lightning-fast V10. More »

Lexus LFA Roadster, GT 86 Drift It Out At Tokyo Auto Salon

Matt Hardigree — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:00:00 EST

The Tokyo Auto Salon is like the Japanese version of SEMA, the auto aftermarket parts show, only it's a million times cooler. Exhibit A: This Lexus LFA Roadster and Toyota GT 86 go full Cool Ranch Dorifto in the exhibition area outside. More »

The first privately-owned Lexus LFA attacks Road Atlanta

Patrick Frawley — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:00:00 EST

Any Lexus LFA is a fascinating, if controversial, work of ultra-tech and corporate pride. This particular one is even better: it's chassis #003, the first available to the public. You've seen it before, but it's even better on the move. More »

Auto journalist crashes Lexus IS F because he's an auto journalist

Matt Hardigree — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:30:00 EDT

This wrecked Lexus IS F gave its life so you can read about what it's like to drive an IS-F. Oh, wait. No it wasn't. It was crashed because automakers team up with "professional automotive journalist organizations" for these annual drives that only create any journalism when someone wrecks a car. More »

This is one brown Lexus LFA

Matt Hardigree — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:30:00 EDT

Buying the Lexus LFA means eschewing speed records, famous lap times, and revered genealogy. All at cost somewhere near $500K. It means either having great taste or awful taste. Buying a brown one puts you firmly in the former category. More »

Lexus LFA phones in 7:22 Nürburgring run

Mike Spinelli — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:30:00 EDT

Apparently, this video of a video shows a Lexus LFA kind of easing its way around the Nürburgring in 7:22 ahead of the ADAC 24-hour race this past weekend. That's just over a tenth of a second slower than a Corvette Z06. Not bad for a warmup lap. More »

Is the Lexus LFA today's Jaguar XJ220?

Mike Spinelli — Thu, 26 May 2011 10:30:00 EDT

When Jaguar first showed its mind-crushing XJ220 prototype to prospective buyers at the 1988 British Motor Show, it had a V12. When the car finally rolled up to buyers' estates, it had a twin-turbo six from an MG Metro 6R4 Group B rally car. Awesome, for sure, but not a V12, and buyers bailed. More »

Did Lexus tell Kyle Busch to get a speeding ticket on purpose?

Matt Hardigree — Wed, 25 May 2011 15:00:00 EDT

NASCAR star Kyle Busch made the bad kind of news yesterday when he was popped for doing 128 mph in a 45 mph zone behind the wheel of a new Lexus LFA. Or was it all that bad? Now some claim it's all a setup by Lexus. Is it? More »

Lexus loaned Kyle Busch the LFA he used in 128 mph run

Matt Hardigree — Tue, 24 May 2011 19:01:00 EDT

A spokesperson for Lexus just confirmed they provided the Lexus LFA Kyle Busch was caught doing 128 mph in and that he'd return it tomorrow. Full statement here. More »

NASCAR's Kyle Busch busted for going 128 mph in this car

Matt Hardigree — Tue, 24 May 2011 17:01:00 EDT

NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, who is currently third in the Sprint Cup standings, was charged with reckless driving this afternoon for driving 128 mph in a 45 mph zone in what's being described as a "yellow Lexus sports car." Ahem, Lexus LFA. Update!. More »

The Lexus LFA is the world's most expensive Krispy Kreme baker

Justin Hyde — Wed, 04 May 2011 13:00:00 EDT

This video answers the question: "What if Lexus told driver Scott Pruett to take an LFA onto the track and see how much tire tread he could scrub into donuts?" More »

Fast Five trailer, now with more Mopar and bikinis

Matt Hardigree — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:00:00 EST

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The full trailer for Fast Five, the fifth The Fast And The Furious movie, has more of what teenage boys want: bikinis, Ford GTs, Lexus LFAs, Dodge Chargers, and The Rock. It's best to watch it after downing a fifth of Jack and Brawndo. More »

The best and worst of the Lexus LFA color wheel

Justin Hyde — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 12:30:00 EST

Caught in Oman, this Lexus LFA easily ranks as one of the sexiest cars ever to wear a shade of brown. The two LFAs traveling with it were not so sartorially fortunate. More »

Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package is a special delivery for 'Ring rats

Mike Spinelli — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 10:45:00 EST

Sure, it comprises aero tweaks, a little more power and quicker shifts, but the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package is still the rarest among the already-rare LFAs, at only 50 units. Bragging rights, thy name is a cranky old German racetrack. More »

Lexus LFA Nurbürgring grows a wing, more power

Justin Hyde — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:30:00 EST

To ensure that 50 of the 500 potential owners of the Lexus LFA supercar feel even more special, Lexus unveiled details on its LFA Nurbürgring edition — more power, more rear wing and a year's pass to the Nordschleife. More »

Lexus LFA Nurbürgring

Justin Hyde — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:23:00 EST

Paris Hilton gets a Lexus LFA for her birthday. Guess what color?

Justin Hyde — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:00:00 EST

The registry of distinguished Lexus LFA owners now includes one Paris Hilton, who received it as a 30th birthday gift from her boyfriend. Which one will be turned in for a newer model first? Thanks Aurel! More »

Boobs and expensive supercars! Lexus LFA drifts around Sports Illustrated swimsuit model

Matt Hardigree — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:30:00 EST

The combination of a Nissan Juke and an SI swimsuit model is curious, but the pairing up of SI model Rianne ten Haken and the Lexus LFA is obvious. Such is the life of Rhys Millen. More »

Doing donuts in a brand new Lexus LFA

Matt Hardigree — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:00:00 EST

The unboxing of a Lexus LFA is a detailed and onerous process, and the delayed gratification of it all led Javier Quirós´to immediately whip his out for a couple of awesome donuts. More »

Unboxing The Obsessive Transport Of The Lexus LFA

Justin Hyde — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 14:00:00 EST

The first production Lexus LFA supercars arrived in the United States on Tuesday, ready for what's likely the most obsessive delivery process ever for a vehicle. Did your car come with a personally signed note and its own semi truck? More »

The Amazing Carbon Fiber Loom Toyota Didn't Want You To See

Justin Hyde — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:30:00 EST

Fifteen months ago, we tried to show you a video of the amazing carbon fiber loom Toyota invented to weave parts for the Lexus LFA. Lexus yanked that video, concerned competitors would steal the technology. Now it's back online. More »

Phillips, Your Screws Are Bespoke-n For

Mike Spinelli — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:00:00 EST

Lexus adopted a tried-and-true method for attaching the winglets on the back of the LF-A supercar. That'll be $400,000. More »

"P***Y Magnet Yellow" Lexus LF-A Surveys The Beige

Matt Hardigree — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:15:00 EST

Amid the beige of the Toyota display is one blisteringly bright light of excitement in the form of a Lexus LF-A, seen here quietly planning a reverse Battle of Midway. More »

Toyota Remembers Hiromu Naruse, The "Nur Meister"

Justin Hyde — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 13:00:00 EDT

Hiromu Naruse, the chief test driver for Toyota who had a hand in every great sports car built by the Japanese giant since the 1960s, died in June while testing his masterpiece, the Lexus LF-A. Now Toyota is paying tribute. More »

Lexus Taking LF-As To The Track For Fun?

Justin Hyde — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 16:30:00 EDT

7Tune.com's Adam Zillin was chilling at Fuji Speedway when two Lexus LF-As arrived for some race-quality testing. This blue example flashed yellow brake calipers, some of the infinite customization Toyota promised for its supercar fans. Check his report here. More »

Yet Another Sign of the Lexus LFA's Awesomeness

Peter Orosz — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:15:00 EDT

Have you ever noticed this angle on the LFA? Its ferocious price may preclude the car from ever becoming the Honda NSX’s reincarnation, but it sure is the Japanese supercar at its current, devastating best. Photo Credit: Máté Petrány More »

The Lexus LFA Still Sounds Epic In "P***y Magnet" Yellow

Ray Wert — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 09:30:00 EDT

Watch Grand-Am Champion Scott Pruett track a "p***y magnet" yellow Lexus LFA while Porsche Works Driver Pat Long sets a track record in the Jlowe Racing Porsche GT3 Cup. Sigh... just another day at New York's Monticello Motor Club. More »

BREAKING: Lead Toyota Test Driver Killed In German Crash

Matt Hardigree — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:30:00 EDT

Toyota's top test driver, Hiromu Naruse, died today after crashing a Lexus LFA prototype into a BMW while testing in Germany. The two test drivers in the BMW were also seriously injured. More »

REPORT: Lexus LFA Is Sold Out

Ray Wert — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:30:00 EDT

The $400,000 Lexus LFA is all sold out. Didja want one? Sorry! [Automotive News] More »

Special Edition LFA Brings Price Tag Closer To $500K

Matt Hardigree — Mon, 10 May 2010 16:15:00 EDT

The base price of the limited edition Lexus LFA is $375,000 MSRP. The even more limited edition Nürburgring Package will run $465,000 thanks to a $70K sport package and $20K matte black paint. More »

2012 Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package: Insert Intended Acceleration Joke Here

Sam Smith — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:45:00 EDT

This is the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition. It has an uprated suspension and ten more horsepower than the ordinary, less Nürburgringy LFA. We can guarantee it will accelerate. Don't be frightened kittens, America! Pony up and ride the Nordschliefe lightning! More »

Lexus LFA Gets First Instrumented Test

Wes Siler — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 10:30:00 EDT

Car and Driver got the first chance to hook a VBox up to the $375,000 Lexus LFA. The first independent numbers verify Toyota's own: 0-to-60 in 3.7 seconds, 202 MPH top speed. [CarAndDriver] More »

Lexus LFA: Lease It Now For Just $12,400 Per Month

Wes Siler — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 09:30:00 EDT

Lexus will lease, not sell, the $375,000 LFA supercar. But after seeing details of how the lease works it sounds like a pain in the ass. $12,400 monthly payments? One low $298,000 payment? That's just the start. More »

Photographing Supercars with Weird, Old Cameras

Peter Orosz — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:00:00 EST

Bored of the deluge of perfect photographs pouring out of motor shows? We’ve taken some old and strange film cameras to Geneva to show you another side of cars. Well, of supercars anyway. More »

VIDEO: Driving The $400,000 Lexus LFA On The Road

Wes Siler — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:30:00 EST

Lucky git Chris Harris just became the first journalist to take the Lexus LFA out on public roads. He doesn't miss the opportunity to get it sideways. More »

Oh Toyota, You Try So Hard

Ben Wojdyla — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:00:00 EST

Eagle-eyed reader James spotted this rather shocking claim at the Lexus LFA stand at the Detroit Auto Show industry preview. We thought a 552HP V10-powered carbon fiber wünderkind would be considerably faster. We must've driven a ringer. More »

Top Gear Season 14, Episode 7: YouTube Open Thread

Ray Wert — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:40:00 EST

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The boys get their hands on the Lexus LFA for some record-shattering action and some guy named "Seasick Steve" pilots a reasonably-priced car around the Top Gear track. Bitorrent not done yet? Head below. More »

Lexus LFA: The World's First Emo Super Car

Matt Hardigree — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 08:00:00 EST

This first Japanese commercial for the Lexus LFA highlights the car's engineering and racing DNA as well as its superb appeal as a car for "emotional sports." Is this the world's first emo super car? More »

The Lexus LFA Sounds Like $400,000

Wes Siler — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:30:00 EST

When I reviewed the Lexus LFA I failed to do it justice. It's just incredibly difficult to summarize everything that combines to make this car so special. These engine sounds do a much better job. Bonus: Top Gear LFA photo! More »

And The Top Gear Lexus LFA Track Time Is...?

Wes Siler — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:30:00 EST

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The Stig's just taken the Lexus LFA for a spin 'round the Top Gear track. No word yet on official times, but anyone in the studio audience want to let us know whether it's faster than the Gumpert Apollo? UPDATE! More »