Lexus has prepared a track-tuned version of its IS F performance sedan which has been revealed at the recent Tokyo Auto Salon.

Drawing inspiration from the Lexus LFA supercar, the IS F CCS (Circuit Club Sports) Concept features lightweight carbon fibre exterior and interior panels including; bonnet, roof, boot, rear wing, lip spoilers, door trims, centre console and gear knob.

All carbon fibre components used on the IS F CCS were developed in-house, utilising the manufacturing process derived from the development of Lexus’ LFA supercar.

This means the IS F CCS is [...]

Following years of speculation, some extensive spy material and several leaks, Lexus has finally unveiled its very first supercar. A prototype of the two-seat LFA is now on display at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show.

Official details reveal some stunning figures which give meat to recent videos. The sound heard on that video is partly because of equal-length exhaust manifolds mated to an equal-length dual exhaust system and routed through a multistage titanium main muffler. The LFA is indeed powered by a naturally aspirated V10 displacing 4.8 litre (4,805cc). Thanks to its aluminum alloy, magnesium alloy and titanium alloy construction it [...]

Shortly after a stint on a track behind the wheel, Dutch motoring journalist and race-driving instructor Thomas Bangma has described the upcoming Lexus LF-A as "the best car I've ever driven". Mijnheer Bangma is a highly respected car scribe so there's very little reason to doubt his sincerity. The man has driven basically all modern cars considered supercar royalty. And he says none match up to the LF-A. Some endorsement.

During the clip he mentions how true collectors who know their cars and have machinery like Pagani Zondas, McLaren F1s and Porsche RSs in their garages would do themselves major justice [...]

For its second official appearance at the SEMA Show Lexus brought a flock of modified vehicles including four unique IS F project cars, an IS 350 adorned with F-Sport products and a Five Axis-prepped GS 460 sedan. Check out the company's proposals live from the Las Vegas convention center in the video that follows after the jump.
 
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It may not be the most anticipated sports car of the decade, not in an M3 or Camaro type way. Yet the Lexus LF-A is one of the most important, possibly the most important in the history of Toyota. This because Lexus is the biggest luxury car maker in the biggest car market in the world, the US. And LF-A – both coupe and drop-top versions – would be its first real sports car, the type going after the old boys’ club of Lamborghini Gallardo, BMW M6, Chevy Corvette, Porsche 911 Turbo and Ferrari F430.

Probably for this reason is pricing [...]

Entry level sportiness is a new option for Lexus buyers in the United Kingdom this summer with Lexus' new special edition Lexus IS 250 SR. The special edition IS may not have more horsepower, but the styling makes up for the lack of added performance which remains at 204 bhp from the 2.5 liter V6 petrol engine.
For just GBP 1,000 UK customers receive a full body kit (deep skirts in front, rear and side and a boot spoiler), 17 inch 10-spoke alloy wheels or the optional 18-inch Tsuki rims, aluminum sports pedals and scuff plates [...]

  With sales expected to top more than a million units worldwide within the next two to three years, Lexus is planning a host of new models to help keep the momentum going. First up is the replacement for the RX crossover, due early next year, but after this comes a host of new ‘F’ performance models including a production version of the LF-A supercar concept as well as a new entry-level model.

Lexus will expand its F range to include a performance version of the GS sedan and possibly the full-size LS limo, [...]

Last year Lexus released a limited edition 2007 IS 250 X (now referred to as a IS 250 special edition) which sold out in six weeks, twice as fast as expected. Reason enough for Lexus Australia to go down the same road again with the limited edition Lexus IS 250 X, of which only 450 units will be built.

The Lexus IS 250 X will be available in two signature colors, Artic Blue and Vermillion as well as Onyx Black and will feature an all-black leather interior. Besides the color-combo's, the special edition features a sports suspension, 14-speaker Mark Levinson sound [...]

Lexus used the Chicago Auto Show to announce the expansion of its Pebble Beach trim package to RX, ES, and LS models. Previously reserved for the SC convertible coupe, Lexus intends to bring the feeling of exclusivity to more of their lineup.

The RX 350 Pebble Beach edition will be offered in three colors Classic Silver Metallic, Obsidian Black and exclusive Truffle Mica. Rounding out the package are special 18” wheels, chrome grille, color keyed spoiler, unique interior trim, and Pebble Beach badging inside and out. Pricing for a front-wheel drive RX 350 is $37,500 and $38,900 for the all-wheel drive model.

ES 350 [...]