5 Ways the Lexus LC 500 Convertible is Like a Retro Christmas Gift

'Tis the season to be jolly, and the new Lexus LC 500 Convertible is definitely setting eyes all aglow. Significant vehicle updates for the incoming year help facilitate an even more exciting ride in this sleek drop-top sleigh. Quite similar to the beloved Christmas gifts of days gone by, driving this gorgeous luxury convertible is like playing with some of the most popular toys found under the tree on Christmas morning.

Rock'em Sock'em Robots

Delivering persistent punches of hard-hitting performance, the LC 500 Convertible backs its boast with 471 horsepower of strength along with optimized suspension tuning and an intoxicatingly aggressive growl. A naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 is paired with a Direct-Shift 10-speed automatic transmission thereby resulting in an impressive 0-60 mph time of 4.6 seconds with an electronically limited maximum track speed of 168 mph.

Barbie Doll

Exhibiting model good looks thanks to its stunning exterior design, the LC 500 Convertible is impressively smart to boot. Much more than just a pretty-faced crop-topped replica of the LC 500 coupe, the Convertible's soft-top design features an innovative calligraphy-inspired folding mechanism that opens and closes the roof in an elegant, seamless motion in approximately 15 seconds at speeds up to 31 mph. And you can change the car's outfits too with a newly refined mix-and-match color palette consisting of nine exterior colors, three interior colors, and two roof colors. Like a high-fashion wardrobe of exotic textiles, the LC Convertible's roof material was purposefully produced with three layers of fabric and one layer of sound-absorbing material in order to help ensure optimal tension for minimized wrinkling and improved sound insulation.

Fuzzy House Shoes

Aaahh, like the cozy feeling of a new pair of fuzzy slippers, the LC Convertible returns with an available advanced Climate Concierge with upper body heating that adjusts the temperature and automatically manages the air conditioner, seat heaters, neck heaters, and steering-wheel heater to ensure the cabin is comfortable whether the top is raised or lowered. The HVAC system is even optimized to send warm or cold air to the back of the driver's hands when gripping the steering wheel.

Record Player

Not only does the LC Convertible offer upbeat tunes through its 12-speaker premium audio system, but the sound is specifically fine-tuned with an equalizer that adjusts based on whether the top is open or closed. While a substantial 10.3-inch high-resolution split-screen multimedia display efficiently delivers tailored information based on personal preferences, strategic wind deflection considerations further help suppress wind from entering the cabin so as to provide an atmosphere that is conducive to an easy listening experience for conversing with the top down.

Gum Ball Machine

Popping out one satisfying goodie after another upon request, the LC Convertible comes with a long list of standard Lexus Safety System+ features including a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Lane Keep Assist, All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Intelligent High Beams, and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Specific to the convertible itself, active roll bars are hidden from view to retain an exquisite silhouette when the top is down but are designed to deploy upward if a rollover is detected.

So if you really want to make this holiday season bright, stop by a local dealer and test drive a 2023 Lexus LC 500 Convertible for yourself. You don't even need to check your Magic 8 Ball to figure out whether that's a good idea.

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Lexus launched in 1989 with a flagship sedan and a guest experience that helped define the premium automotive industry. In 1998, Lexus introduced the luxury crossover category with the launch of the Lexus RX. The luxury hybrid sales leader, Lexus delivered the world's first luxury hybrid and has since sold over 1.5 million hybrid vehicles. A global luxury automotive brand with an unwavering commitment to bold, uncompromising design, exceptional craftsmanship, and exhilarating performance, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of the next generation of global luxury guests and is currently available in over 90 countries worldwide. Lexus associates/team members across the world are dedicated to crafting amazing experiences that are uniquely Lexus, and that excite and change the world.