Officials of AAB Lexus during the launch of the new 2021 LC 500 Convertible at the Lexus showroom in Doha recently.
Doha: Abdullah Abdulghani & Bros. Co. (AAB), the sole agents for Lexus in Qatar, recently unveiled the LC 500 Convertible at the state of the art Lexus showroom in Doha. The event, which started with the unveiling of the two Lexus cars, was attended by AAB Acting CEO R.K.Murugan, Senior Marketing Manager, Firas Mufti, Senior Manager for Lexus National Sales, Ahmad Abusaad, and Lexus Brand Ambassador, Amal Ameen, along with media and social media representatives and other distinguished guests.
Speaking during the event, Mufti said: “Tonight is a special night for us because not only we are launching a new vehicle but we are perfecting the Lexus brand and DNA with this beautiful piece of art .This uniquely designed vehicle was first introduced back in 2017 at the Qatar Motor show as a coupe in two variants, the LC 500 V8 gasoline engine and the LC 500 Hybrid. Both vehicles have become a premium choice for super niche clientele in Qatar. Based on the coupe’s success tonight we are launching the convertible version for those who prefer to lead and not to follow”.
Abusaad added that the Lexus LC 500 Convertible comes with a five-litre, high-performance V-shaped engine, naturally aspirated, and generating 471 hp. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km in less than 4.7 seconds. And the performance engine is distinguished by its assembly of lightweight materials, along with titanium intakes.
The all-new Lexus LC Convertible is available in a choice of 12 different colors, including the newly developed yellow contrast layer that reflects the vehicle’s sporty performance, as well as 3 colors for the soft-top retractable roof.
Driven by her passion towards the brand and specifically to the LC 500 convertible, Ameen, the Lexus Brand Ambassador, was the first proud owner to purchase this piece of art as she described it, highlighting the Terrane Khaki colour with the Sand colour of the soft top. A key handover ceremony was held during the event.
Following the handover, Ameen and Mufti went on to unveil five canvas paintings which were graciously provided by the Triple Trend Art Gallery to be showcased in the Lexus showroom. Ameen said: “As a brand ambassador, I wanted to include my artistic touch to the brand by highlighting four different generations of the Lexus flagship sedan, the LS 400, LS 430, LS 460, and LS 500. Since the LC convertible is the newest addition to the Lexus family, I wanted to highlight its beauty not only as a vehicle but also as a piece of art.”
The guests expressed their admiration not only to the newly launched LC 500 convertible but also for the fine flower arrangements and the amazing canapé by Amazing Moments Events who sponsored the event.
With a focus on providing the same dynamic and luxurious driving performance for which the flagship LC 500 coupe is known, the 2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible makes its global debut. Expanding the aspirational two-door LC family, the LC 500 Convertible offers an additional way to stimulate the senses – with the top down. The exterior of the new LC Convertible stylishly blends the coupe’s unique roofline with the character of a convertible, achieving an exquisite profile with the top open or closed.
Lexus Brand Ambassador Amal Ameen receiving the key to her new 2021 LC 500 Convertible at the Lexus showroom in Doha.
The LC 500 Convertible echoes the coupe’s “Even Sharper, More Refined” driving characteristics, with a low centre of gravity, optimal weight distribution, and a focus on performance-minded handling thanks to impressive structural rigidity. Lexus engineers relied on computer-aided engineering (CAE) analysis and real-world driving evaluation to match the driving qualities of its coupe counterpart, and the extensive research and development yielded impressive results.
Engineers aimed to retain similar handling dynamics to the LC 500 coupe while also improving chassis rigidity with the addition and relocation of various structural braces. In the rear, engineers were able to further enhance structural rigidity by reshaping and relocating the rear suspension brace tower.
Drivers of the front engine, rear-wheel-drive LC Convertible can expect similar breath-taking performance to the coupe, thanks to the powerful drivetrain combination of the 5.0-litre V8 engine paired with the seamless Direct-Shift 10-speed automatic transmission. The naturally aspirated, direct-injection V8 is rated to produce 471 horsepower at 7,100 rpm and 398 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm.
