MODEL HISTORY

The Lexus LFA is the 2nd vehicle to come out of the F marque line produced by Lexus, the luxury car brand owned by parent company Toyota. The car began development in the early 2000’s, codenamed TXS, and was created to embody Japanese brands ideas of performance and driver connection.

The first iteration arrived at the Tokyo motor show in 2005, however Lexus decided the aluminium construction would ultimately be too heavy and so the designers were sent back to the drawing board. Another 2 years past until Lexus were ready to unveil the updated LFA concept; this time utilising a carbon fibre construction and carbon fibre-reinforced polymer (CFRP) bodywork. Aesthetically the car had also become far more dramatic, with more developed aerodynamics than the initial concept 2 years before.

It wasn’t until 2010 that production started, with the V10 engine developed in partnership with Yamaha, also taking longer than both companies anticipated. Only 500 cars were produced, each with a base price tag of £340,000, and yet the LFA was so in demand that Lexus rigorously screened their waiting lists to hand select the lucky few that would be able to purchase the finished product.

It wasn’t until 2011 that the first customers took delivery of their cars, with Lexus claiming to have lost money on each of the 500 cars they manufactured. The end result however, was a technical masterpiece. The 4.8L N/A V10 was built exclusively from aluminium, magnesium and titanium alloy and so it weighed the same as a traditional V6. It also featured electronic individual throttle body control, a dry-sump lubrication system and lightweight forged internals to reduce internal inertia as much as possible. It came with some impressive headline figures; producing 553 bhp it could achieve a maximum speed of 203 mph and rev freely all the way to 9,000 rpm so quickly that no traditional tachometer could keep up.

A bespoke chassis also meant that Lexus could use a traditional coil over set up, paired with front double wishbone suspension and a multilink rear axle to keep the curb weight down.

Equipment

(3PO) Absolute Red, 6-Speed Semi-Automatic, CFRP Chassis + Body Construction, Titanium Rear Silencer, Titanium Valves, Forged Pistons, Forged 20″ Light Premium Metallic Wheels, Ceramic Composite Brakes, Red Callipers, Black Leather Heated 8-Way Adjustable Seats, Black Leather Dashboard + Doorcards, Blackish Brown Metal Inserts, CFRP Steering Wheel with Red Leather, Black Alcantara Headlining, 3 Driving Modes inc Sports Function, Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound, 7″ HDD Screen, Bluetooth Audio, USB + AUX Input, CD/DVD, Dual Zone Climate Control, One-Touch Windows, Heated Screen + Mirrors, LED Rear Lights, Headlight Washers

EXTERIOR

An unparalleled amalgamation of form and function, the striking styling of the Lexus LFA rewrites the rulebook when it comes to supercar design. Every inch of the car was clearly obsessed over by the engineers in Japan, with a series of precision intakes and vents creating optimum downforce and cooling whilst retaining an incredible drag coefficient of just 0.31.

Perfectly capturing the car’s aggressive form, the all-original Absolute Red paintwork gives this LFA a truly striking presence, beautifully highlighting the dramatic lines and sculpted bodywork of the car. A particularly desirable specification, this example is one of just 10 RHD vehicles supplied in this colour code.

Having covered less than 300 miles from new, this Lexus LFA remains in exceptionally preserved condition. The bodywork presents impeccably, with a resplendent shine from its swirl-free and entirely original factory paintwork, a testament to the car’s remarkable minimal use. The vehicle has been carefully dry stored throughout its life and has never been exposed to rain, further preserving its outstanding condition.

INTERIOR

The interior of this Lexus LFA is presented in as-new condition, with sumptuous red and black leather perfectly complemented by machined metals and carbon fiber accents. Unmarked deeply bolstered, low-slung seats provide exceptional support, keeping the car’s centre of gravity close to the road while delivering an ideal driving position. The cockpit-like layout—with a deeply raked windscreen, prominent central tunnel, and high-tech digital instrumentation—offers immense visibility and a hunkered-down feel reminiscent of a fighter jet.

At the heart of the cabin, the metal-trimmed centre console showcases a 7″ HDD display with navigation alongside the Mark Levinson Surround Sound system, underscoring Lexus’ commitment to premium refinement. Every element—from the precise ergonomics to the flawless leather and carbon fiber finishes—remains pristine, reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship and the exceptional care this car has received throughout its life, which has preserved the interior in virtually factory-new condition.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

At the heart of the Lexus LFA sits its defining feature: a naturally aspirated 4.8L V10. Developed in collaboration between Toyota and Yamaha, this engine combines both companies’ motorsport expertise to deliver maximum performance with minimal weight. Constructed entirely from aluminium, magnesium, and titanium alloys, the V10 weighs no more than a conventional V6 yet produces a remarkable 553 bhp and revs to an extraordinary 8,700 rpm—so quickly that a traditional tachometer could not keep pace, necessitating a bespoke digital instrument.

0-60 in just 3.6 seconds, onto a top speed of 203 mph are very impressive figures, however they pale in comparison to the addictive engine note. Utilising titanium exhaust sections and a specially constructed resonance chamber, engineers designed a high rev howl aimed specifically to replicate that of their F1 engines, and did so with great effect with the car often regarded as the best sounding V10 available for the road.

Exceptionally well preserved, the engine remains in as-new condition and the underside of the car is remarkable, dirt-free and untouched, just as it looked when it first rolled off the factory floor. All servicing has been carried out meticulously, with the latest service completed at Lexus Milton Keynes at 423 km on the 1st of August 2025.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES

This LFA offers Light Premium Metallic Wheels 20″ alloys that are in pristine condition. Designed in partnership with BBS the forged aluminium construction reduces unsprung weight to maximise comfort and response on the move. Wheels are shod in original matching set of Bridgestone Potenza tyres all round which show excellent tread.

Red callipers show through the fine spokes, complementing the stunning red upholstery, as do the huge 390mm front and 360mm rear carbon ceramic discs.

HISTORY FILE

This stunning V10 right hand drive LFA was first supplied to Japan and delivered in January 2012 to its domestic market.

Spending it’s first 10 years mollycoddled in Japan it was imported to the UK in 2022 where it has had just a single UK owner.

Supporting invoices are present documenting its time in Japan and the UK, showing a total of 5 service intervels during its 262 miles on the road!

Significant in its history is the orginal lexus issued and branded USB stick which meticulously documents the cars entire build process from start to finish including names and signutres of everyone involved in this bespoke project.

The complete book pack in its leather folder with its service book and detailed invoices. Also included is its Lexus foam key box which holds its additional 2 keys, fobs and carbon fibre key.