Labeled as a design study, the LF-C2 will likely end up making production as a convertible version of th RC coupe, competing with the likes of the BMW 4-Series convertible and Audi A5 convertible. We’ve heard rumors that Lexus is also planning on giving the drop top treatment to the high-performance RC F coupe.
The LF-C2 shares similar styling with the RC coupe, but features even sharper lines and an exaggerated version of Lexus’ signature spindle grille. The show car wears a unique golden yellow paint job intended to give it a brilliant luster.
“The LF-C2 concept shows what’s in store for our brand’s future design direction,” said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “This concept shows consumers around the world Lexus’ devotion to emotional designs as well as our passion for an exceptional driving experience.”
Like the RC coupe, the LF-C2 offers a 2+2 seating configuration. Front and rear seats are separated by a center console that runs the length of the car. The LF-C2 uses Lexus’ latest Remote Touchpad to control a central video monitor.
The LF-C2 is a true roadster without a top, but the production version will have some kind of roof to protect passengers from the elements. Whether that roof will be of the soft- or hard-top variety, however, remains to be seen.
Power is expected to be supplied by either a 3.5L V6 or a 5.0L V8.
No word on when the LF-C2 might make production, but something in the 2016-2017 timeframe seems reasonable.
Live images by Brian Williams.
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