Even though Toyota’s luxury division won’t say it, the LF-Gh’s also hints at a replacement for the GS given the proximity in size between the two models as the concept measures 192.5-in. long, 73.6-in. wide, 57.1-in. tall while riding on a 112.2-in long wheelbase. In comparison, the current GS is 190.7-in long, 71.7-in. wide, 56.1-in tall and rides on the same 112.2-in long wheelbase.
Lexus says that through this exercise, it redefines its L-Finesse design philosophy, which debuted in 2001, adding that it represents a bolder styling that “unites hard and soft; and energetic and soothing elements”. Needless to say, the LF-Gh has borrowed many styling elements from Lexus’ first supercar, the LF-A, including the body surfaces as well as the shape of the tail lamps, headlights and front grille.
The company said that due to insufficient tightening, the connection between the fuel pressure sensor and a certain fuel line could loosen over time, resulting in a possible fuel leak. No accidents related to the problem have been reported to date.
According to statement from Lexus' parent company Toyota, the firm's dealers will inspect the vehicles and if no leakage is found, will tighten the sensor with the proper torque. In case of a confirmed fuel leak, the gasket between the fuel sensor and the delivery pipe will be replaced and the sensor tightened. As expected, all operations will be conducted free of charge.
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This particular broadcast ad is titled “Chain” and it shows a crane slowly lifting the front end of a LS, which is attached to four more Lexus models (RX, GS, ES and IS) using nothing more than cables and stretch bars. At the end of the spot, a $375,000 LFA comes into the shot and parks directly below the chain of vehicles weighing a total 21,000 pounds.
The key point here is that the commercial is real and that no special effects were used for its creation as Lexus proves in the 'Behind the Scenes" video.
“It isn’t enough to just say that we pursue perfection, we want to demonstrate the great lengths we go to in our pursuit,” states Dave Nordstrom, vice president of marketing for Lexus.
“The new broadcast spot allows us to focus on the foundation of our vehicles, the chassis, and show its almost unbelievable strength. In fact, we feared that it would be so unbelievable, we invited a physicist and structural engineer to witness the shoot, to prove that it did, in fact, occur without the use of special effects or computer generated-imagery.”
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Lexus will also show off the CT 200h F-Sport concept fitted with 18-inch wheels shod in Pirelli P-Zero Nero 225/40 tires, a big brake kit with cross drilled rotors and an adjustable sport suspension. Full details and pictures after the break.
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2010 SEMA Show - Lexus RX 450h by Paul Tolson, EST Styling
WHEELS/TIRES
- Leon Hardiritt Vertu wheels
- Front: 21 X 10-inch with a - 4 offset
- Rear: 21 X 12-inch with a + 9 offset
- Dunlop SP Sport Maxx DSST tires
- Front: 285/35R/21
BRAKES
SUSPENSION
EXTERIOR
- Hired Gun Paint Werks widebody conversion
- Custom BASF 90 Line Water Borne Black Emerald
- Wald International Sports Line Black Bison Edition
INTERIOR
- Materials and stitching by Garcia's Auto Interiors
- Trim and accent pieces by Hired Gun Paint Werks
- Fizz Autosports: Accessories - Junction Produce
2010 SEMA Show - Lexus GS 450h by 0-60 Magazine
WHEELS/TIRES
• Rays Engineering, Volk Racing TE37 SL, mold formed forged racing wheels
• 18 x 9.5 front and rear, gunmetal
• Continental Racing Slicks, 275/35/18 front and rear
BRAKES
• Brembo Gran Turismo high performance brakes
• 6-piston custom painted calipers, 14.0-inch x 1.3-inch 2-piece drilled rotors, front
• 4-piston custom painted calipers, 13.6-inch x 1.1-inch 2-piece drilled rotors, rear
SUSPENSION
• TEIN USA Super Racing Coilovers
• Advanced Mono tube construction, external reservoir tanks, individual 16-way compression, full in-car damping force adjustment via Tein EDFC
• F Sport front and rear sway bars
EXHAUST
• GReddy Performance custom Titanium Race exhaust system
EXTERIOR
• Voltex Carbon GT Wing with Evasive Motorsports custom carbon end plates
• Evasive Motorsports rear diffuser and front splitter with custom carbon work
• Voltex Carbon twin front canards
• Custom Carbon 5-piece body kit with front lip, side skirts, rear window spoiler
• Balistek Autobody Matte White paint
• Graphics/Vinyl Work - S and A Designs
INTERIOR
• Sparco USA Rev Plus lightweight racing seat, racing steering wheel, quick release hub, racing belts/harnesses, fire extinguisher, racing shift knob
• Defi Sports Cluster
• TEIN EDFC
• GReddy gauges
• Design Craft Fabrication racing spec roll cage, custom suede interior, custom carbon panels and covers
MISC
• Genesis Technologies Racing Air Jack system
• Motul – Motor Oil, Brake Fluid
2010 SEMA Show - Lexus HS 250h by VIP Auto Salon
WHEELS/TIRES
• Work Gnosis GS4 machined center disc, gloss bronze anodized outer barrel
• 20x8.5-inch, ET30 A disc, front
• 20x9.5-inch ET35 A disc, rear
• Yokohama S. drive
• 225/35/20 front
• 255/30/20 rear
SUSPENSION
• Custom suspension provided by Vip Auto Salon and Tanabe
EXHAUST
• Branew axle back system
EXTERIOR
• Branew aero styling package with front and rear lip spoiler, rocker panels, roof and trunk spoiler and replacement sport fenders
• Custom gray/black paint sprayed by Finish Line Auto Craft
• Huper Optik Ceramic based window film 50 percent by STM
• Lexus OEM Japan-market window visors
INTERIOR
• Custom interior by Vip Auto Salon and Top Stitch
LIGHTING
• Exterior and interior premium light packages provided by VLEDS
2010 SEMA Show - Lexus LS 600h L by VIP Auto Salon
WHEELS/TIRES
• WALD Mahora M11c, machined black polish
• 21x9-inch, ET33, front
• 21x10-inch, ET40, rear
• Pirelli P Zero Nero
• 245/35/21 front
• 285/30/21 rear
BRAKES
• Brembo high performance front brake kit with 15-inch disk and 6-piston monoblock calipersSUSPENSION
• Custom air suspension provided by Universal AirEXHAUST
• Performance Tube Systems Joe Z Series axle back exhaust systemEXTERIOR
• WALD aero styling package with front and rear lip spoiler, rocker panels, roof and trunk spoiler and replacement sport fenders
• Custom PPG Hue of Macadamia paint sprayed by Finish Line Auto Craft
• Huper Optik ceramic-based window film 50 percent by STM
• Lexus OEM Japan-market window visorsINTERIOR
• Custom interior by Vip Auto Salon and Top StitchLIGHTING
• Exterior and interior premium light packages provided by VLEDS2010 SEMA Show - Lexus LS 600h L by Fox Marketing
WHEELS/TIRES
- Rotiform 20x9.5-inch concave BLQ wheels with candy copper finish, front
- Rotiform 20x10.5-inch concave BLQ wheels with candy copper finish, rear
- Toyo T1R 255/35/22, front
- Toyo T1R 265/35/20, rear
- Yonaka Tuner lug nuts
BRAKES
- 6-piston calipers, 14.1-inch rotors, front
- 4-piston calipers, 13.2-inch rotors, rear
SUSPENSION
- Factory air ride suspension
- Custom controller – Adjust ride height from 0 – 4 inches
EXTERIOR
- BASF Glasurit 90 Line Glacier Green paint
- BASF Glasurit 90 Line Satin Black accents
- Artisan Spirit front bumper, front fenders, side skirts, rear bumper, dual HID fog lights, light bar, roof wing, rear deck wing
- Color-keyed door handles
- Satin black Lexus logos
- Smoked rear taillights
INTERIOR
- BASF Glasurit 90 Line Glacier Green and Glasurit Black painted interior parts
- Accentz 15 percent window tint
- Rear night shades
According to the company, there's a possibility that a small amount of the brake fluid could slowly leak from the brake master cylinder, resulting in illumination of the brake warning lamp.
"If the brake warning lamp has illuminated and the vehicle continues to be operated without refilling the master cylinder brake fluid reservoir, the driver will begin to notice a spongy or soft brake pedal feel and braking performance may gradually decline," said the automaker.
Toyota said it will begin notifying owners of the involved vehicles through mail beginning in early November 2010. As with all recalls, Toyota and Lexus dealers will replace the brake master cylinder cup with a newly designed free of charge.
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The recall affects approximately 138,000 Lexus vehicles powered by 4.6 and 5.0 liter V8 and 3.5 liter V6 engines in certain 2006, 2007 and 2008 GS, IS and LS models. No vehicles from the current 2010 model year nor 2009 are affected.
"In the covered vehicles, due to slight variations during the manufacturing process, some foreign material may have contaminated a small number of the valve springs. If a vehicle is affected, there is a remote possibility that abnormal engine noise or idling may occur. In extremely rare instances, the engine may stop while the vehicle is in operation," Lexus said in a statement.
To fix the problem Lexus plans to replace the engine valve springs on the affected models.
The Japanese automaker said owners can continue to drive their vehicles, but it added that if symptoms such as vibration, rough idling, unusual engine sounds or poor performance occur, then they should take their car to a Lexus dealer for service.
Earlier this week, Toyota announced in Japan that it would recall a total of 270,000 Lexus models (plus the Toyota Crown) around the world to address the engine stalling issues.
Affected Models in the U.S.A.
Model
Model Year
GS 350
2007
2008
GS 450h
2007
2008
GS 460
2008
IS 350
2006
2007
2008
LS 460
2007
2008
LS 460 L
2007
2008
LS 600h L
2008