2021 Lexus LC500 Convertible [First Drive & Full Review]

Spent a full two weeks with this 2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible finished off in Yellow Flare. I enjoyed my time with it overall and had fun enjoying it with the top up and down. The downshifts were addicting and the exhaust sounded great, as it really opened up this 5.0L V8 engine!

Price as Tested $111,920

This Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Convertible LC500 comes with a 10-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission. with paddle shift and manual mode

More stats on the car:

• Suspension: Double-joint MacPherson strut front suspension with two lower arms; multi-link rear suspension
with rear stabilizer bar
• 15/25/18 EPA estimated fuel economy (city/highway/combined MPG)
• Rear Differential: Torsen Limited Slip
• Adaptive dampers
Wheels:
• Front: 21 in (forged aluminum alloy) 245/40RF21
• Rear: 21 in (forged aluminum alloy) 275/35RF21
Exterior
• Electrochromic outside rearview mirrors with memory
• Puddle lamps
• Active Sport Exhaust
• Arrowhead LED DRLs with ultra-compact triple projector LED headlamps
• Flush-type door handles with illumination when opened
Interior
• Navigation system with 10.3-inch high-resolution split-screen
- Apple CarPlay compatibility, Android Auto compatibility, Amazon Alexa integration, Lexus Enform Remote, Lexus Enform Safety Connect, Lexus Enform Service Connect, Lexus Enform WiFi, Lexus Enform Destination Assist

• New Dynamic Navigation
• Small diameter 3-spoke steering wheel
• Drape-like surface design and ambient illumination on door panels
• Aluminum accelerator pedal, brake pedal and footrest with anodized aluminum surface finish
• LED illuminated L-shaped pattern ornamentation on passenger side of the instrument panel
• 10-way power driver front seats, including two-way power lumbar support and memory for driver
• 8-inch LCD TFT multi-information display
• Drive mode select knob located near multi-information display
• Steering wheel offers integrated cruise control buttons and magnesium paddle shifters
• Lexus analog clock with L-shaped pattern ornamentation
• Aluminum scuff plates
• Two USB ports and a 12V socket
• LED door courtesy lights, glove box light and trunk light
• Deodorizing and dust/pollen-removing interior air filter
• Power tilt and telescoping adjustable steering wheel
• Siri Eyes Free
• SmartAccess keyless entry with push-button start
• Black leather-trimmed interior
• Touring Package
o Heated, leather-trimmed steering wheel
o Semi-aniline leather-trimmed front seats
o Climate Concierge with Upper Body Heating
o Mark Levinson
o Embossed headrests

Audio
• Mark Levinson 13-speaker, 915-watt Reference Surround Sound Audio System
o Acoustic sound is optimized to suit the situation (roof open or closed)

Standard Safety and Security
• Lexus Safety System+
• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Intelligent High Beam (IHB)
• Lane Keep Assist/Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Driver and front passenger knee airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
• Dual-stage driver’s and dual-stage and dual-chamber front passenger’s airbag SRS
• Full length side curtain airbags SRS
• Front seat side airbag SRS
• Four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake force
Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
• Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) integrates VSC, TRAC, ABS, and electric power
steering (EPS)
• Standard Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Side Mirrors with BSM Indicator

LC 500 Convertible Pricing $101,000
21” Forged Wheels $2,650
Head-Up Display $900
Limited Slip Differential $460
Touring Package $5,290
Special Paint $595

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[jerrywarren]

Very nicely done. I have one of these. One thing you might not have touched on is the feeling of serenity you get behind the wheel, like nothing is wrong in the world. It's amazing how comfy the car is with the top town on cooler days. Driving it is a mood elevating experience.

[fontkinga]

Very nice job on the review. As a fortunate owner for just under four years of an InfraRed LC500, I can honestly say these cars are THE BEST OUT THERE...bar none. They do everything they were designed to do extremely well and since it's a Lexus, it will never leave you stranded by the side of the road or catch fire like some "other" certain unnamed cars made where the bratwurst is awesome. I'm excited every day to drive my car. It's fun, fast enough for me, safe and extremely high tech. I love it. The infotainment system is terrific. Once you understand it's best to use VOICE COMMAND, you will appreciate the work Lexus has done. Set up all your preferences and then simply tell the car whatever it is you want to do. It does just about everything you can think of just by using your voice. I did choose the 20" wheels because I not only liked the way they look better than the 21" but the roads in the Bay Area are so bad and full of potholes that a 21" would have a life expectancy of fifteen minutes out here. So glad you enjoyed the car. Again, great job...and Nashville rocks!!

[sevensea]

Rly good review I liked how you took time to show full body view wanted to see this color on cabrio

[aabhisheksirohi]

What a CD slot??

Now a days its rare to find that in car..

Car is loud and beautiful...some of the cinematic shots standstill in grass land is just breathtaking...

You are really working hard in editing part I like it..the content and video quality is just awesome...

[mumenrider]

Just got my 21 convertible a couple weeks ago. Atomic Silver. LOVE it.. bounce that rev limiter!

[eddieh]

most dangerous part is when you close the trunk all the time lol luv it!

[autograndeunlimited]

Beatiful 💙
Please do a POV of this if you can! 👌

[dwnshft]

my fav car. period. though maybe not in flare

[ronwink]

Your video is better then Raiti's Rides Super Cool car🏆

[vhinsagcal]

Wowww incredible Super Car lexus my dream Super car 🚗 what a nice oozing sound engine Super fast thank u for the walk around review Godbless from the Philippines 🇵🇭 sir Vhin 👏👏👏👍👍🙂🙏

[gldihr]

Nice review of this A M A Z I N G car❣️