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EMBARGOED UNTIL MONDAY OCT. 29TH, 2018 at 10:00 AM EST/7:00 AM PST LEXUS MEDIA GUIDE FOR THE 2018 SEMA SHOW

Lexus is using this year’s 2018 SEMA Show to showcase customized versions of the new ES sedan and the soon- to-be-on-sale 2019 UX crossover and 2019 RC Coupe. All three custom builds will be on display along with the latest LC 500 Inspiration Series concept and a customized LS sedan. Also on display will be a Laguna Seca GS F pace car and a RC F GT3 racing simulator. The custom builds will be on display in the Lexus area in Central Hall booth #21601 while the pace car and the racing simulator will be in the North Hall Lobby booth #11001.

This year’s featured vehicles for the 2018 show include:

2019 RC 350 F SPORT Cross Country Custom 

Custom 2019 UX 250h 

Custom 2019 ES 350 F SPORT 

Custom 2019 LS 500 F SPORT 

LC 500 Inspiration Series concept

Editors: Images of the SEMA vehicles plus Lexus product information and images are available online via our

news media web site http://LexusNewsroom.com

Disclaimer:

Vehicles are special project cars, modified with non-genuine Lexus parts and accessories. Modification with these non-genuine Lexus parts or accessories may void the Lexus warranty, may negatively impact vehicle performance and safety, and may not be street legal. 

Highlights 

Vossen Hybrid Forged HF-1 wheels in Gloss Black (20x9F, 20x10.5R) 

Nitto NT 555 G2 tires (235/35/20F, 275/30/20R) 

RS-R USA down springs 

Apexi N1-X Evolution Extreme Muffler 

Race Sport Rock Light 

Avery Satin Rushing Riptide wrap

Custom 2019 Lexus UX 250h

Display Location: Lexus, #21601, Central Hall

This custom UX 250h is transformed on the outside by an Oracal vehicle wrap in a striking new color. There’s also a custom roof rack that holds a Lexus F SPORT Carbon Fiber Road Bicycle. It was created to mark the completion of the Lexus LFA supercar production run, and like the LFA, the Lexus F SPORT bicycle was also assembled by Takumi technicians and features the same CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic) used in the body of the Lexus supercar

Highlights 

NIA Auto Design ABS Lip Kit 

Vossen VFS-1 wheels and Nitto Invo tires 

Apexi N1 EXV Damper Suspension 

Apexi N1-X Full Catback Exhaust System 

Inno Base Rack System with slim fork lock bike system 

2019 Lexus RC 350 F SPORT Cross Country Custom Display Location: Lexus, #21601, Central Hall

Newly updated for 2019, the latest Lexus RC 350 features revised styling and an updated interior. To mark the coupe’s debut, the RC 350 F SPORT Cross Country embarked on a customization road trip that started in Miami and will end in Los Angeles. Its stop at the SEMA Show will showcase modifications it received in Miami as well as stops in Atlanta and Austin. It will receive one final round of upgrades before its final reveal at the 2018 L.A. Auto Show in November. 

Highlights 

Signature Metallic Red paint 

Artisan Spirit aero kit 

RAYS Engineering Avventura Stratagia 20” x 8” wheels 

Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires 

Custom oak flooring and frames 

Wine refrigerator 

Wine glass holder 

Wine bottle holder 

Refinished Oak barrel accents

Custom 2018 LS F SPORT

Display Location: Lexus, #21601, Central Hall

This customized LS 500 F SPORT gets it unique look from a full custom wrap complimented by a set of black 22” WORK wheels. An extensive aero kit by Artisan Spirit further intensifies the overall look along with a performance Brembo brake kit.

Highlights 

Avery Denison custom wrap in Gloss Dark Grey 

Artisan Spirit aero kit 

22” WORK wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport tires 

Brembo brake kit (6 piston front, 4 piston rear, slotted rotors, 15.9” F, 15.0” R) 

Custom 2019 Lexus ES 350 F SPORT Display Location: Lexus, #21601, Central Hall

This tastefully updated ES 350 features a custom shade of red exterior paint, 20-inch RAYS wheels and an Artisan Spirit body kit. It’s most unique features are in the trunk which houses a wine refrigerator, custom oak flooring and racks for wine bottles and glasses 

Lexus LC 500 Inspiration Series concept Display Location: Lexus, #21601, Central Hall

The second vehicle in Lexus’ Inspiration Series features Flare Yellow exterior paint and a unique set of black 21” forged alloy wheels. Their dark color contrasts with the vibrant yellow paint to give this LC an unmistakable look from any distance. A carbon fiber roof and an active rear spoiler round out the eye-catching elements of this striking coupe.

The interior of the LC Inspiration Series also gets several unique design elements. Bespoke Yellow door inserts made of Alcantara connect the exterior to the cabin while the touring seats feature

semi-aniline leather with contrasting stitching. That same stitching is also used on the instrument panel, console and glovebox to give the entire cabin a one-of-a-kind look.

The LC Inspiration Series concept is driven by a 471-horsepower, 5.0-liter V8 that sends its power to the rear wheels through a 10-speed automatic transmission. It’s capable of delivering a 0-to-60 mph time of 4.4 seconds. 

Highlights

Flare Yellow paint 

21” black forged alloy wheels 

Bespoke white interior 

Yellow Alcantara door trim 

Carbon fiber roof

About Lexus 

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Lexus' passion for brave design, imaginative technology, and exhilarating performance enables the luxury lifestyle brand to create amazing experiences for its customers. Lexus began its journey in 1989 with two luxury sedans and a commitment to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of global luxury customers in more than 90 countries. In the United States, Lexus vehicles are sold through 238 dealers offering a full lineup of luxury vehicles. With five models incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader. Lexus also offers six F SPORT models and two F performance models.

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