After Lexus introduced their current flagship sports car, the LC, it was just a matter of time before a drop-top version of it would be released as well. The LC 500 Coupe and its hybrid version have been on the market since 2018, while the LC 500 Convertible has been out since 2021. Powering the LC 500 Convertible is a 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated V8 producing 471 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque paired to a 10-speed automatic gearbox. It makes the launch from zero to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and is capable of a top speed of 168 mph. Like the LC Coupe, the LC Convertible has a beautiful, well-crafted interior with leather and aluminum trim. It contains back seats, but they are so small and cramped that no one should sit back there. Its infotainment system is controlled by a touchpad in the center console rather than a touchscreen, and it retains some traditional interior elements such as an analog clock and partially analog gauge cluster. Many people have stated that the touchpad in the LC's center console is quite problematic. In addition, Lexus has sold very few LC Convertibles thus far, and I've only seen two of them in person, including the one above.
Pricing for the Lexus LC 500 Convertible starts at $102,125. Overall, the LC is an absolutely gorgeous car, the best and coolest Lexus model currently available, and one of the best and coolest Japanese cars ever made. Despite some of its flaws, it's a shame that more LCs aren't being sold.
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