It has been a few years since Lexus first launched the RC F Track Edition and the blokes at Throttle Home have now had their first probability to place the automobile by way of its paces.

Like the usual RC F, the Observe Version contains a 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 that comes with a revised consumption routing and a decrease set off level for the secondary consumption opening than earlier iterations of this engine. As such, it pumps out 472 hp and 395 lb-ft (536 Nm) of torque and whereas that’s lower than forced-induction rivals just like the BMW M4 and Mercedes-AMG C 63 S Coupe, the screaming V8 sounds a lot better.

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Numerous weight-saving measures have been made with the RC F Observe Version. For instance, it options carbon fiber throughout the hood, roof, and rear wing and comes normal with a titanium exhaust and Brembo carbon ceramic brakes in addition to 19-inch cast BBS wheels that scale back unsprung weight. All up, it weighs 80 kg (176 lbs) lower than a regular mannequin and the additional aero bits present 58 lbs (26.3 kg) of further downforce.

The reviewers have been clearly very keen on the engine and located that till nine-tenths, the automobile is a great deal of enjoyable to drive. Nevertheless, for a Observe Version, it doesn’t deal with in addition to you’d count on. It is usually very tough to float and doesn’t really feel at residence on the sting of grip.