Lexus Confirms that LF-CC Will Enter Production

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has confirmed that the LF-LCLexus LF-LCJapan, 2012 > present20 photos
concept will go into production and likely take the spot in the lineup previously held by the SC430Lexus SC 430Japan, 2010 > present3 photos
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“That was (intended as) a concept car, and I think it surprised everybody, including us, when Japan said due to overwhelming response they decided to do it. It’s a huge win," said Lexus Vice President of Marketing Brian Smith.

He did not say when production would begin or how much it will cost.

Lexus originally created the LF-LC as a chance for its designers to relax. They were able to create whatever car they wanted, and they came up with the LF-LC for the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. 

Lexus has not revealed much about the concept since displaying it at several auto show. The concept used a hybrid V8 with 500hp, but it is not yet known whether that will be in the production version. Previous speculation had indicated that the LF-LC would replace the SC430 in Lexus lineup. 

Source: Wards Auto