Facts About The LEXUS RCF No One Ever Tells You Before You Buy 

“If anything, I think my channel advertises the F brand more than Lexus does.” 😂 facts.

why am i watching this. i don't have any money

What to watch out for when buying an RC F. 1)You absolutely want the Mark Levinston audio upgrade. It’s more than incredible for car audio. 2) Kbb and banks do not have price differences for the audio or performance package so you’ll end up paying about the same for a car with or without out it so you can get some extra value from the car if you buy one with those options. 3)This car doesn’t sit very low for its class but it is one of the more harder cars to get under so if you like doing your own maintenance you’ll need low profile ramps and a low profile jack. 4) If you buy one, be ready for people to ask you what it is because they’ve never seen one. Then doubt you when you tell them it has a Japanese samurai V8. 😂

I have just purchased a 2015 RCF Performance and couldn't be happier. I pick it up tomorrow. Thanks for the video that I may have found through confirmation bias.

at last a few month, I was headache about the super annoying humming noise from my rear driver's side. I did tons of research online and finally figured out the problem is related to the fuel pump. I went to the local dealership, they did a reflash and the noise never happens again. Super helpful video, I wish I watched your video back then, and it would save me a lot of time.

I've got used 2016 RC 350 F Sport in Ultrasonic Blue and it's perfect for my needs as a daily driver. I still get people coming up to me to say how awesome the car looks or want more info about it because they're so rare. It's definitely a great alternative to the RCF. I've put on the RR tune with headers, coilovers, and new exhaust and it's more then enough HP for me at the minute. Do I wish I had an RCF instead, of course. But with hopefully an LC-F coming soon (fingers crossed), by the time I'm looking for a new car in 4-5 years, I can move up into the V8 world unless the government regulation kills them. Keep up the great work :D

A good review 🍾 overall. Especially mentioning the possible problem areas on this model.

Super helpful for anyone buying a Lexus RCF bro! Keep Up the good content!

I have the 2015 RCF premium and love it and I like your programs very much. Keep it up for us

Very informative vid, good stuff 👍

That's a crazy amount of information! Great video guys!

Always informative! I watched most of his vids before buying my RCF.

Great video man! I love my Lexus RC 350F sport. I made the same mistake and did not know about the RCF. I will be definitely upgrading soon.

Preach twin! Another ☝🏾, good job...

Just got my rcf a few weeks back and absolutely love the car!

This guy knows what he's talking about!! Throwing in that past honda life 😂, keep up the good work doc.

Great videos, I subscribed a little while ago, i only have positive things to say about you and thank you for such great content, like this video. I just found out about the fuel pump so I will be bringing my rcf to lexus. If I was to add anything as an Rcf owner is that at first I was a little upset coming from a big modding and aftermarket culture from previous builds to find out that there is a very limited market for the rcf, that being said anything for this car is pricy and there's not much too choose from, but after owning it for more than year, I love the fact that I don't see my car around town too much even in carmeets there's ppl that are completely blown out to find out about the performance behind this car and just say "wao I didn't know lexus made cars like this" lol anyways just for any future rcf owners out there, know that you will be have a very unique, under appreciated vehicle that would not be the first on the finish line but def won't be the last and will always leave a smile on your face everytime you drive it not to mention bang for the buck if you where to compare it to other cars with similar performance. Peace and be blessed. Thank you for your content bro

Just got mine, thanks for the heads-up about the fuel pump.

Great content !! Love your vids . I just subscribed.

I've been working my ass off, and thankfully I think I'll soon be in a position to be able get one. I've had mixed feeling about getting rid of my SAAB 9-2X, but after seeing these videos, it's definerly tipping the scales towards the RC 😂

Lol i got this in my recommendations and i thought to myself, "i wonder if my friend Barry ever saw this video" then i saw your video channel name and i was like, "huh what a coincidence." Then lo and behold, its you!! Love your lexus bro!

words cannot describe how much I want an rcf. I have an infiniti g37 rn and am working hard asf to pay it off and hopefully trade it in for an rcf

Just bought an RCF last week. My absolute must haves were the Mark Levinson sound system , triple beam headlights, and moon roof. I get stopped everyday that I drive it asking what kind of car it is. My choices were a C63s or RCF. Do not regret my decision

Nice car man. I have a tuned 2021 civic and after watching your videos and other videos I want to switch to lexus rcf.

Bro just found your page. Awesome page. I too got the rc 350 f sport first not knowing there was an F. So i do feel you on that. I still got the rc 350 f sport. So far I've done only interior mods and Cold air intake by AFE Takada

Great video and you post awesome content keep up the good work and nice color as well is that nebula grey pearl cause that the color of my 2014 IS250.

Nice video, just got a cpo like yours(color combo) but with sunroof. I couldn't pass up the price on the CPO and the condition, it was flawless and sat at the dealer for 3 months so it was cheap. I would prefer the TVD, but I like the sunroof closed with the viewer open, makes the cabin seem larger, I'm very tall so it does make a slight difference. But, price being equal or close and condition I would gladly have a TVD. I saw quite a few TVD ones, most had chips all over the roof unfortunately. Another thing I saw was leased used RCF had many more scratches in the interior and on the nav screen, that is something that doesn't show up on website photos, see the car in person before you buy, the interior can get scratched easily.

It is what it is,being a little heavy gives me a great ride and plenty fast enough for hitting the roads around Sarasota. I always enjoy your comments.

This is why I subscribe to this channel, F brand content needs more recognition! I’m looking for an RCF myself, looking to upgrade from my IS250 my preferred specs are ultra white pearl with red interior, fun fact we have TVD with sunroofs here in Australia! Still going to be patient, trying to find the one.

Toyota's original MKV. Thanks for the upload, I've been looking to get one.

I've been looking at buying one in a few months, Want a v8 but something comfortable. Of all the brands I've looked at other than Corvette, I think this car is one of the nicest looking, reliable options. It also doesn't look like it attracts a lot of attention.

have done a similar video on the GSF? just curious. First time watching this channel and video. GREAT VIDEO!

Thanks man!

I got my 2015 RCF a few months ago with 44k. I was wondering what that humming was in the back. The reason I went with the Lexus over a Corvette Stingray I was looking at was because of how many Corvettes came up during my search compared to how many RCFs came up (I like cars that are more rare). When the weather is better, I'm going to do a race for my channel between my RCF and my 1993 Honda Acty with a 660cc engine. Should be a close one haha

If you put the vin of the RCF into carfax and look at the free report on their cars they usually list for sale, it’ll tell you if there is a recall on that specific RCF or not.

Got this in my recommendation so I'll watch ur career with great interest lel

I went from a 2017 BMW 340i msport to a 2016 GS-F. I’ve not thought once about trading my GSF for a German car - even the upcoming M3. If you can find a GSF - they come standard will everything but ML speakers. Love these F Cars.

I picked up my RCF yesterday! It has the Mark Levinson package and Performance Package with red interior. love the ML sound system

Sunroof all the way Barry!!!. Whats up, thanks for meeting out in Los Olivos and dropping off that roof spoiler. Enjoying the channel.

I have a RCF 2015 and to be honest I don't drive it much since the pandemic. When I do though, it's like driving a brand new car each time. So much fun. You go on a straight going 100km/h and you floor it. There are 2 gear shift (in automatic mode, sport + traction control disabled) and you are at 160-170km/h and it's was couple of seconds. I really like the vette, but people are asking too much for a car that general public doesn't like that much. This car make heads turns because they don't know what it is. I learned about the RC-F only 1 month before buying it and I bought it in 2019. If I change my car it will probably be for another RCF.

That strut bar is beastly.

RCF 2017+ had adaptive variable suspension that allows stiffening in sport+ and softening in other modes while the 2015 - 2016 RCF had fixed suspension so it is stiff all the time. Also, carbon roof adds more rigidity and lower CoG. I believe, the rear springs of the LSD and TVD RCF are different part numbers. Great video. Agreed, very happy owner of 4+ years of my RCF carbon/TVD.

I just learned a lot about a car I've owned for 8 months now🤣

honestly the main reasons I got the 370z is the huge aftermarket potential added on with endless places and ecu, up rev and so many tuning options. One can legit get a flame map with a catback and intakes

My dream car. I dream with this model everyday since 2017

Look nice man. I'm thinking about getting one myself.

Standard Torsen LSD or TVD. I’m a highway driver. Occasional twisty. No track. Any need for TVD. Thanks

This video is super helpful! I've been looking at this car for quite some time and I'm not mechanically inclined so hopefully I can find a honest mechanic once I get one of these. I test drove a 2015 today but noticed the carbon fiber on the door interior started to peel. Also the engine once I took off the cover had some corrosion, not sure if this is normal.

Awesome vid, but the music is so loud, I tried change sound settings in windows but still, idk if it's only me

Thing is clean! I was looking at this but it was gonna skyrocket my insurance 😅 even the rc 350 so I went with a IS 350 f

Waiting for the spark plug install vid 🙏🙏

Great video, can anyone send me or post a link where it shows an RCF with the base dual LED headlights ??

Can you put the RCF Track Edition Carbon Ceramic pads and rotors on the RCF?

My mannnnn🤘🏽

Whats the difference between active wing and dealer add-on wing option?

Did they make you choose between the sunroof and the TVD? Here in Australia there was only one trim, with no options available (aside from wheels); everything was standard. That includes Mark Levinson, sunroof, triple LED headlights and the TVD. I agree with the remarks about speed. Lots of people online argue about how "X car has Y more horsepower" or "A has a 0.2 second 0-60" time. In reality, the car is plenty fast despite the weight. It's more than enough for the street, and you're always a few seconds away from 'lose your licence' speeds anyway. Those small differences in acceleration or power mean nothing, really.

Thanks a loooot!

I love mines I also have the carbon package. I’m keeping mines 💯💯 great vid

I was looking into a RC-F. I wouldn’t buy one because it has barely any after market support for tunning. That’s the sad part. I got a Lexus as my daily but rather buy a E63 AMG or RS3. They both are reliable cars and have really good after market support.

I'll keep my '61 Rambler Classic thank you.

Hey! I own a 2018 IS300 and really wanted a 2021 RCF next year, do you have any advice or pointers that I’m gonna need?

did not know about the tuneability only with the 15-16 ecu years. TY!

Having the carbon fiber roof is better than the sunroof. Mine had a sunroof as well and I didn't even use it as much as I thought I would have. In fact I kept the sunroof shade closed most of the time.

Barry could you do a video of you changing the brake pads on the RCF.

Is there a significant difference in handling from the limited slip to the torque vectoring vehicles? How about wet vs dry pavement? Thank you

The sound at 1:50 is totally normal for Toyota brand cars. I have heard it in many models.

the ticking noise? if its a light ticking noise I'm pretty sure its the direct/ port injection and is that Elvin steering wheel?

I own 2017 Lexus I S 300 all-wheel-drive F-sport Series 2 and I was thinking of selling this car and getting a RCF because my dad just got a Toyota Supra and it gives me the trails that I think the RCF would

Potential buyer. One option confuse me. There is active wing and than there is option for wing add-on as dealer option. What are the difference?

I bought my 2015 RC-F with the TVD based on your info. Honestly the biggest thing to watch for is the carbon fiber interior door cluster plate is delaminating on the passenger side. Pretty much it. 52k miles and it doesn’t make any noises other than the normal vroom vroom noises. I get around 25.6 mpg when I’m being tame. This thing is really easy to drive and toss around. It inspires so much confidence vs the M4 bmw which has a tendency to punch the turbo in the corners and it really is easy to upset the balance. So easiest way to put it: it drives easily and has tons of power. No one will give two shits about it because even “Car Guys” have no clue what it is

Im planning to buy one but Im not sure if I should get a used 2020 or used 2016 are there any big differences I should know for year model? (like deal breaker)

I think 99% of people mistake my GSF as a GS350 lol, it's kinda sad that people don't know what these cars are. I'm really hoping lexus brings back the ISF.

I have a RCF 2017 Fuji track edition it has a supercharger built by R& R racing 🏎️ the problem I keep having is that the PCS light keeps coming on making the car go into a limp mode what do you recommend

How do you change the ATF on this transmission and can you do that to the RC350 F rwd?

went from the tlx and q50s red sport 400 but they were unreliable, always came crawling back to lexus... just found your channel so i can learn more about the rcf and other f models thanks!

I’m trying to decided on premium tyres to get I had mitchlin ps4 on prev car but they like 900 on my Gs which to much so want a cheaper alternative no more then 600 for four.

Bro, I’m really contemplating getting me one of these bad boys! But I’m a bigger guy, and was just wondering how the inside space is on this car?

I don't have to worry about these recalls since i'm buying a 2021 Rc F

the "rattling/clacking" noise from the fuel injectors is normal. all engines with direct fuel injection make that sound.

Can you make rec coolant video. Thanks bro

Have you drove this bad boy in the winter ?? What are are you in Im in montreal and if i pick it up it will be my daily

i wanna get a lexus rcf for my first car bro idk if i wanna get the 2015 or 2019 but you said you can only tune your car if you get the 2015 only? like you can’t tune the 2019 one at all but also isn’t the 2019 one alr faster then the 2015?

I really think this is the next car. I’ve been going back and forth for a couple months now. It’s really hard to figure this next car or truck out. Idk why

I own a 2005 honda civic dx with 198,000 miles still going. My friend have sent me to see your video about the rc f. U mentioned from the video that it have tvd. Can this car drive on ❄️?

Hey man just got me a RC 350, was wondering what kind of exhaust I should get. Don’t want nothing too loud just enough to make it sound better than stock. Any advice?

Why'd you choose this over something like an m4 or c63s? I'm currently looking at all three of these

When you replace the lower control arm bushings, do you need a wheel alignment after?

I’m looking to trading in my 2024 IS 350 F Sport for a 2024 RC-F. I didn’t look at the RC-F until after the fact.

I want a RC-F performance pkg, 5.0 V8 engine 0-80 4.4 seconds 472hp damn. I need that in my life I'm driving a 2021 IS 300 its nice but boring 4 cyc inline turbocharged is cool.

Why would you change your trans fluid more often then the differential? It has 3 times the fluid capacity

Where did you purchase that rear spoiler lip?

I’m looking for one now. Did you change infotainment system? Guy at lex told me the 2016 can’t have Apple? Thank you.

Do all RC-Fs have adaptive cruise control?

This is the reason why i rcf it.😊😊😊

I have a important question. Please help me. If I bought a used rc F. And my car get recall. If i bring it to dealer, will they fix it for free or I need to pay for it?

I have a 2016 RCF that's fully loaded being delivered to me next week. What's your thoughts on the TVD? Best mode for just spirited street driving?

I have a 2016 GS F, and the dealer told me that "chirping" sounds is normal 🤷. I did get both fuel pumps replaced under warranty/recall

Hey man does anyone know if the 2020 rcf rear bumper has changed much? Will it take diffuser options from the older models? Like the TOMS diffuser on a 2020 model?

Just bought me a 2012 450h gs f sport I’m liking it so far.

There are a few RCFs with sunroof AND TVD out there. My RCF has both.