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When Lexus unveiled the LF-A Roadster concept at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show, everyone was hoping that the drop top version of the LF-A wouldn’t end there. Now, three years after the highlighted debut, the roadster model has finally been confirmed for production. Expect the Lexus LF-A Roadster to make its appearance in late 2014, only after all of the 500 coupes have been produced.
The design of the future drop top should remain parallel to that of the coupe with possible tweaking in the headlamps and a few other minor tricks. The biggest change will be the fabric soft top, waiting and willing to deliver a wind-in-your-hair experience. Under the hood, expect the same 4.8 liter V10 engine as found in the coupe version. This engine delivers a maximum output of 560 HP at 9,000 RPM and a peak torque of 354 lb-ft at 6,800 RPM. The sprint from 0 to 60 mph will still be made in under 4 seconds, while top speed will be kept in the 200 mph area. The only question remaining is if Lexus will also offer a Nurburgring package for the Roadster model.
Updated 09/20/2011: Despite the fact that everyone was waiting to see a roadster version of the LF-A supercar, in a recent interview with the British magazine CAR Lexus sources have confirmed that plans for a roadster model have been axed because of the economic uncertainty in markets around the world. (CAR)
Lexus LF-A Roadster originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 3 August 2011 16:00 EST.
Source: http://www.topspeed.com/cars/lexus/2014-lexus-lf-a-roadster-ar113384.html
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