Official: Toyota FT-1 Concept / First New Supra Prototype Spotted!

[Dark]

Originally Posted by vh_supra26

Sorry to back track, but this was just posted on Lexus Facebook.



https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=1&theater

Lexus marketing contradict themselves on this. They told some of media, RC was based off LF-LC. Watch some of launch videos of RC-F.

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[vh_supra26]

Originally Posted by Dark

Lexus marketing contradict themselves on this. They told some of media, RC was based off LF-LC. Watch some of launch videos of RC-F.

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I never heard Lexus saying anything about the RC being based on the LF-LC concept. What they have said its that the RC has taken some design cues from both the LF-LC and LF-CC.

[Dark]

Originally Posted by vh_supra26

I never heard Lexus saying anything about the RC being based on the LF-LC concept. What they have said its that the RC has taken some design cues from both the LF-LC and LF-CC.

That's what I think too. RC has design element of both cars. Designers were kinda like " wait LF-CC styling is kinda boring, let's get some cues from LF-LC. That front grill on RC is obviously based on LF-LC.

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[vh_supra26]

Originally Posted by Dark

That's what I think too. RC has design element of both cars. Designers were kinda like " wait LF-CC styling is kinda boring, let's get some cues from LF-LC. That front grill on RC is obviously based on LF-LC.

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Yup.

I think some people are just getting confused and think that the RC is the production LF-LC when it is not. Lexus has already confirmed a production LF-LC is underway and has hinted it will be built on a shorten LS platform. While we all know the RC is more related to the IS and GS.

[switchlanez]

https://www.facebook.com/events/648330188589314/

[MVJ1975]

This thing is gorgeous. I want one.

[switchlanez]

Originally Posted by vh_supra26

Toyota FT-1 Coming to Cars and Coffee Irvine

http://www.ft1club.com/forums/showth...e-Irvine?p=690

Yup, I posted that a few posts up last month. Turnout was massive! Quick vid I threw together from my phone:

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccsxZjH1PmA"]Toyota FT-1 @ Cars and Coffee Irvine - YouTube[/ame]

[torqdork]

Originally Posted by switchlanez

Yup, I posted that a few posts up last month. Turnout was massive! Quick vid I threw together from my phone:

Don't leave us hanging! Impressions? Any clues as to body material or drivetrain sights/sounds? New rumors? Thnx...

[xia]

Beautiful!

[vh_supra26]

Originally Posted by switchlanez

Yup, I posted that a few posts up last month. Turnout was massive! Quick vid I threw together from my phone:

Thanks for the heads up

Originally Posted by torqdork

Don't leave us hanging! Impressions? Any clues as to body material or drivetrain sights/sounds? New rumors? Thnx...

The FT-1 concept is just a body kit over a Lexus RC platform powered by electric motors to move short distances.

A lot of modern day concepts are built like this. Its just for show and not an actual prototype of test mule.

[The Stig]

Originally Posted by Bristecom

This is what I think:

I would like to see a BMW/Toyota joint effort with an inline-6 engine. One affordable model (30-40k USD) with a naturally aspirated I6 engine and one turbo I6 model (40-50k USD). Affordability is key though. There's no point in making another car for the ultra-rich like the Nissan GTR and Porsche 911's, as 98% of the population cannot afford it so it'd be nothing but a tease.

The engine and aerodynamics should be tuned by the TMG team that designed the F1 and Le Mans cars for more performance and prestige. The engine note should be tuned by Yamaha like the LFA for F1-esque sounds. Make it look very similar to the last Mk4 Supra (curvy, aerodynamic, sporty). Transmission options should include a manual and dual clutch. The chassis should just be steel but with aluminum hood, roof, trunk, and aluminum or plastic front fenders. Use aluminum in areas of unsprung weight such as suspension arms/links, knuckles, and dampers. Use Brembo aluminum fixed calipers with two-piece discs and forged BBS wheels (Washi Beam Japan). Use double wishbone and/or multi-link based front and rear suspension (instead of MacPherson strut).

Also, do not make it too wide or too long (around 1800mm wide and 2600mm wheelbase). Big cars tend to spoil the fun on the road and add weight. But having 2 small folding seats in the rear would help justify practicality for many. 225/45/18 is a good tire size to base it on and Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires are recommended. Same size tires front and rear would be nice for easier rotations, affordability, and playfulness (at least for the non-turbo model). Make sure the steering wheel has enough feedback and the handling is very predictable with a smooth and responsive power band without electronic traction and stability controls interfering too much. A limited slip differential should be standard. Also, make electronic systems programmable/customizable by driver in head unit. The Lexus LFA based digital display gauge would be an attractive choice.

The car should essentially be a bigger brother to the GT86 and more of a competitor to the Nissan 370Z (for the non-turbo) and the base Cayman & Corvette (for the turbo model). If you get the styling, engine sounds, and performance/fun factor right at a low enough price, it could be a legendary and very successful car.

Well said.

I hope a weight of less then 3000 pounds and with the turbocharged model hope to have at least 350hp.
Offer the base non turbo
Turbo track model with reduced weight
Touring and tech model in both turbo and non turbo
This would gps. Leather etc.

I'm in for a turbo track model per my above specs
Record seats 13 inch 2 piece rotor with forged rays wheels

I agree with affordability which the creators stated in the interview with Jay leno. Keep this car under 50th for the top model but keep it looking like 200k car.

[hmong337]

I hope they keep the traditional supra style inline6 w/ turbo. I'm imagining a 3.8L I6 turbo 450hp and priced to compete with corvette. Let's hope so.

[Levi]

Originally Posted by hmong337

I hope they keep the traditional supra style inline6 w/ turbo. I'm imagining a 3.8L I6 turbo 450hp and priced to compete with corvette. Let's hope so.

From a 3.8l I6 you don't need trubo to get reliable 450 PS.

[hmong337]

Originally Posted by Levi

From a 3.8l I6 you don't need trubo to get reliable 450 PS.

Show me a 3.8L that makes 450hp reliably in NA form.