. Its looks may be divisive, but there’s no denying that it has immense presence on the road, with that waterfall front grille, the concept-esque lighting units and high-set windowline.
This striking design is continued inside, with the dashboard displaying a dazzling light show on startup, exquisite materials to be found throughout, and it even taking features from the iconic LFA – the tachometer physically changes position depending on the drive mode. Even the interior door handles are thoughtfully-sculpted metal items, designed with ergonomics in mind.
Despite its unusual position in the GT segment, the used car market appears to have recognised the attraction of the LC500, with values reluctant to drop to the levels of its German rivals. Depreciation has begun to take effect nonetheless, and so higher mileage earlier examples can be had for just shy of £50,000 – still quite some discount on its current £80,000 starting price.