Toyota's introduction into the supercar market was a slow planned approach to display the performance ability of the Toyota Motor Company and more importantly the Lexus brand....
Toyota's introduction into the supercar market was a slow planned approach to display the performance ability of the Toyota Motor Company and more importantly the Lexus brand. The methodical approach started in 2000 when a project codenamed P280 surfaced. Over 10 years later the first Lexus LFA rolled off the plant as one of the most unbelievable supercars of all time. The LFA in front of you, covered in glossy black, is #203 of the rare 500. Under the glossy paint, a carbon fiber body has been fashioned with the sole intent of cutting through air as quickly as possible. Up front, a small gap under the hood forces air into the engine bay. The mirrors have been designed to channel air directly into the large vents that help cool the rear brakes. Absolutely every piece of this car serves a distinct purpose. The angles are sharp and the profile is low but neither come at the expense of aesthetics. From every angle, this Lexus is thrilling to look at. But unlike its counterparts like Ferrari or Porsche, it does so without being flashy or obnoxious. At the heart of the LFA is a hand built 72-degree 4.8L V10 producing 552 hp and 354 lb. ft. of torque. That power translates to 3.6 second 0-60 times and 11.4 second quarter mile runs directly from the factory. Developed exclusively for the LFA, there is no other engine in the Toyota family that resembles the 1LR-GUE. In many ways, it functions like two 5-cylinder engines. Each bank of cylinders receives its own airflow path complete with its own mass air flow sensor and air box. Backing the V10 is a rear-mounted six-speed Automated Sequential Gearbox operated with paddle-shifters. To tailor the driving experience, there are four pre-programmed settings: auto, normal, sport and wet. Drivers can also opt to override the system and go fully manual if the opportunity arises. Power is sent to the road though a Torsen limited slip differential that turns a set of 20 inch forged aluminum BBS wheels wrapped in Bridgestone Potenza tires. Call, click or visit http://RKMotorsCharlotte.com for more information.