Lexus LF-FC - Hybrid Concept Car

Hybrid Heaven - Japanese Style!

Lexus is desperate for an image boost, their cars need to be more desirable, have that 'Drool' factor, the kind of thing that makes young boys want to put pictures on their bedroom walls (prior to scantily clad women adorning their walls!) 

So shown for the first time at the 2012 Detroit Auto show is this fabulous, not yet scheduled for production — but lets hope it is —  Lexus LF-FC roadster concept. A 2+2 coupe ready to see off  the BMW 650i and even Mercedes’ SL. The LF-FC is a bold step into a brave new world for Lexus, sharp lines and an aggressive stance combine with features such as the triple LED headlights and dramatic oversized air intakes, huge grille, targa style roof and enormous 21 inch alloy wheels to make this, designed by Lexus' Calty studio in California, stunning piece of automotive art. 

 The LF is a hybrid, although Lexus will not detail the powertrain, it's known that parent company Toyota are producing a replacement for the Supra featuring a 400 BHP 3.5 Litre V6 Hybrid, and it would make sense for this car to share that powertrain.

 Inside, there’s an iPad-like tablet built into the Lexus’s centre console, and along with the Tech, comes a large dollop of  luxury, flowing lines formed from quilted leather, wood veneer and metal. leather trimmed instrument binnacle completes the luxury feel along with sporty leather seats.