I hope RC-F owners are considering the intake from that same brand.

Too bad there doesn't seem to be any before and after video's of that brands GS350 intake on a GS or even an RC.

On an IS-F:

 

Been seeing a good growing amount of Lexus NX's around, I think in Feburary it pulled in some record sales!

 

Hi, soarer. That's good news for Lexus but I I am still waiting for an RC350 or RCF, to zoom by me on any Los Angeles freeway. Hehe.. I am so disappointed that none of them are on the road while I am out and about. Uh.. :-( I finally saw my 1st IS250, at work in White and black interior a few days ago. I also saw an extremely beautiful M3 2015 sedan in white in our parking lot @Space X and it belongs to some VIP. Hopefully, I will be the first one to own an RC350 F Sport. Hehe.. In a few months guys.. ;-)

Since we have over 4500+ employees. I get to see a bunch of new vehicles that were recently purchased or leased. There is even a Special Lease Deal for Space X employees only for the Tesla.

 

Hi, supratt. On a side note, please enjoy your concert in Las Vegas in September. Have a great time in Sin City with the amazing night life, shopping, gambling, food, and shows. Just curious, how much is a RC350, F, Sport in Sydney go for? I was offered the Ultrasonic Blue Mica with Mark Levinson, Navi, floor mats, fog lights, and 2 more things for around $59000 tax included. I have not negotiated the price yet either. Just curious on what it goes for in another country. Thanks, buddy.

 

Hi, supratt. On a side note, please enjoy your concert in Las Vegas in September. Have a great time in Sin City with the amazing night life, shopping, gambling, food, and shows. Just curious, how much is a RC350, F, Sport in Sydney go for? I was offered the Ultrasonic Blue Mica with Mark Levinson, Navi, floor mats, fog lights, and 2 more things for around $59000 tax included. I have not negotiated the price yet either. Just curious on what it goes for in another country. Thanks, buddy.

The F-Sport sells for between A$80-85k, taxes included, depending on the options. That works out to around US$60-64k, so it's not too much more than US prices, despite our "Luxury Car Tax" (seriously!) About $10k of the final price is taxes, dealer charges, registration, and compulsory insurance.

I got the $80,000 version which has everything except smart card key, lane departure warning, pre-collision warning, auto high beams and active cruise control. I didn't think those extras were worth $5k. I am getting the moonroof, and the tri-LED headlights are standard on the F-Sport. The AWD version is not sold in this country (it hardly snows anywhere in Australia), and the fog lights are not available either (it's not a very foggy place).

I've only seen one RC350 on the road so far, and I live in Sydney, which is the most populated city in the country. On the other hand, there are so many BMWs around that you don't even look twice. That's partly why I was so keen on the Lexus. Also, I've had an IS-250 for a few years and it is rock solid reliable, whereas my friend has had his 328i in for warranty repairs quite a few times.

Hi, supratt. Thank you very much for sharing your information with us. Wow, it does cost slightly higher than here in the US, but only by a few thousand. Since you previously had an IS250, it's a no BRAINER for you to upgrade. I also have a Toyota for 13+ years and no Problems at all. Even though it's not a sports car, I never had to worry about pricey repairs or major engineproblems.

As you mentioned that you have yet to see an RC350, in Sydney. I have never seen one around in Los Angeles either. I see Bimmers, all over and the most Lexus, vehicles I see are the suv RX350, and IS's. I have not seen the new mini suv either that looks like the upgraded Rav4. Sorry, I don't know the name off hand. Oh, the 2015 NX.

Too bad you don't have the fog lights as an option but since Australia had awesome weather. Hehe.. We also don't have the AWD in most dealerships in Southern California because it's not needed in sunny LA. That's what my salesman mentioned to me.

I can't wait to see and hear more about your new baby within the next few weeks. Hehe..

 

The sales guy at the local Lexus dealer here in Austin, TX also let me drive the RC out and about by myself 'unsupervised'.

 

I guess he figured that an unsupervised drive in a coupe as sporty as the RC would be the best way to sell you on it... for all those unsupervised things that someone would do

 

I also have a samsung note 3, at least you're a major step ahead in having a phone great for browsing forums due to its size and all, but I think there's a Tapatalk APP for this forum which will make life easier...that is of course if you're not already using it.

 

Hi, Soarer. No, I just use Google Chrome to get on the forum. I am a little disappointed that the front two cup holders are NOT that big and the Samsung Note 3 does not fit in there. On my test drive, I had to put it into that small arm rest compartment box. Uh.. Most likely, I will have to find some kind of cell phone holder device where I can see it and not be a safety hazard while driving. Yes, it's a cup holder but people do buy larger drinks or have some kind of coffee or water bottle container. Oh, what are your thoughts about the interior layout and test drive?

 

Welcome to the boards Akiho!

Best part about Lexus are Toyota labor rates (kidding, only kind of)

 

Welcome to the boards Akiho!

Best part about Lexus are Toyota labor rates

(kidding, only kind of)

Hi, Spoonful. Thanks for the welcome and looking forward to contribute to the Forum. Hehe.. ;-)

 

Bring on the pictures! Any interior shots would be appreciated haven't seen much of those.

Cheers!

 

Hi, Soarer.

Yes, I really want and love the BMW M3 Sedan 2015 but $80000 for something in the long run is NOT worthy financial wise to upkeep and maintain. No offense, but the M3 is a very, very beautiful car and powerful but German parts are way too expensive for repairs. No offense but I am not one of those rich, spoiled kids from Asia with unlimited funds from Daddy or Mommy. Yes, I have a few friends like that. Since I have a Toyota for 13+ years and hear nothing but Excellent, Awesome, and High Resale value of Lexus's, you can't go wrong. It's funny that I see lots of M3's in the San Gabriel Valley 626 area but I have NOT seen one RC350 besides in the dealerships. Hmmmm?!? I have been looking in the market and nothing really is Spectacular than this Beautiful RC350 F Sport, in my opinion, of course. I just wished it had a slightly more powerful V6 engine than the regular RC350.

 

Hi, Soarer.

Yes, I really want and love the BMW M3 Sedan 2015 but $80000 for something in the long run is NOT worthy financial wise to upkeep and maintain. No offense, but the M3 is a very, very beautiful car and powerful but German parts are way too expensive for repairs. No offense but I am not one of those rich, spoiled kids from Asia with unlimited funds from Daddy or Mommy. Yes, I have a few friends like that. Since I have a Toyota for 13+ years and hear nothing but Excellent, Awesome, and High Resale value of Lexus's, you can't go wrong. It's funny that I see lots of M3's in the San Gabriel Valley 626 area but I have NOT seen one RC350 besides in the dealerships. Hmmmm?!? I have been looking in the market and nothing really is Spectacular than this Beautiful RC350 F Sport, in my opinion, of course. I just wished it had a slightly more powerful V6 engine than the regular RC350.

Great choice! As horrible as they are in that department, knowing the experience they provide makes going that direction all too tempting

Have you at least had the opportunity to test drive one? Even the 335i is really nice, not as much to worry about and still great to play around with, plus the 335i xDrive model isn't all that far off in price from the RC350.

Hi, Soarer. Yes, I did test drive my friends 3 Series Sedan which was turbocharged and it was very smooth, powerful and responsive. Like I mentioned before, the upkeep after warranty is what worries me in the long run. Ah.. Germans make a very beautiful beast but their parts and service prices are ridiculous. Unless, I had a really high paying salary, my #1 choice is the 2015 M3 Sedan but I am just a regular guy with numerous hobbies and I don't believe in working soley for a vehicle alone. Hehe.. By purchasing an RC 350 F Sport, I can still live comfortably and go out and have fun. You know what I mean? ;-) Do you or have you purchased or leased your RC?

 

Welcome to the forum, glad to have yet another RC350 F Sport owner here

Were there any other coupes you were looking into before finally deciding on the RC? 4 series maybe?

 

CONGRATS!!!!!

Seal that deal and post some pics !!!!

 

Congratulations. Can't wait till we get to see some pictures. Please do keep us updated.

 

Hi, Lex Luther. Thanks, buddy and sorry that I didn't respond to your message. I am still trying to get used to this Forum on my Samsung Note 3. Uh.. The typing on the keyboard is small. Yes, I will keep you guys posted as soon as I get this deal settled.Just playing the cat and mouse game with the salesman and manager now and waiting on a great price too.