Ask your nearest car enthusiast: Do naturally aspirated engines sound better?
The answer will be yes
We all love naturally aspirated V8 engines.
The main drawcard is a clean powerband that radiates vigour. With the introduction of turbocharged engines, many high-performance V8 engines lost their distinctive sound and charisma. Held back by exhaust-driven turbochargers at the start of their pipes, the turbocharged V8 – despite sharing the same cylinder count – sounds and drives like a totally different engine.
Where turbo engines serve it up early and prematurely, naturally aspirated V8s fizz with a broad spectrum of power delivery. They ask for more, love being spun, and don’t leave you feeling short-changed or unsatisfied.
The 5.0-litre ‘2UR’ Yamaha-engineered V8 in the RC F is an absolute peach. The sound of its chunky V8 engine is unmistakable and cements why naturally aspirated sports cars are destined to become prized and sought-after.
Throw in some bulletproof Toyota reliability, and the RC F becomes a long-term partner that will stroke both your emotional and your rational for as long as you let it.
The car pictured – 2014 Lexus RC F
This Lexus RC F was built in November 2014. It was configured in Metallic silver with an optional full black leather interior and black carbon fibre inlays, a Mark Levinson premium sound system & blind spot monitoring.
It’s powered by the legendary ‘2UR’ 5.0-litre V8 petrol engine that produces 351 kilowatts and 530 Nm torque. Power is worked through an eight-speed automatic and sent exclusively to the back wheels. The Lexus RC F is equipped with a torque-vectoring rear limited-slip differential making it a hoot on the road, track or skid pan.
Its second row of seating features ISOFIX mounting points for child seats. Standard features include electric seats, climate control, cruise control, keyless entry & start, Bluetooth connectivity and more. Apple CarPlay & Android Auto smartphone connectivity can be fitted to this vehicle for an extra cost.
This example was purchased from Japan as a grade 4.5A vehicle, and is an accident- and rust-free example. The car remains in original condition and has never been modified, repaired or repainted.
The price advertised includes three months of NSW registration and a comprehensive vehicle service.
Quick facts
- 2014 Lexus RC F
- 73,729km
- Metallic silver / black interior
- Optional Mark Levinson premium audio system
- Optional blind spot monitoring system
- Leather interior trim
- Heated and cooled seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Torque-vectoring LSD
- 73,729km
- 5.0-litre naturally-aspirated V8 engine
- 351 kilowatts and 530 Nm
- Automatic transmission / rear-wheel drive
- Factory equipment: black carbon interior, cruise control, electric seats, keyless entry & start, phone connectivity
- Four seater with rear ISOFIX child seat anchorages
- Original, unmodified, never repaired and tidy!
- Export certificate with odometer guarantee
- The vehicle has been comprehensively serviced
- Price includes three months NSW registration
- Price includes SEVS compliance
- Price includes a NSW roadworthy
- We offer competitive finance packages
- We offer affordable interstate transport
I built the RC F to be enjoyed by all enthusiasts, no matter their level of expertiseChief Engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi, launch of Lexus RC F Jan. 14, 2014
