2010 Lexus LS to Feature Self-Restoring Clear Coat
For 2010, the Lexus LS will be sporting an additional layer of clear coat paint that has the ability to heal itself:
Unlike a conventional clear coat, TMC’s newly developed coat is not easily damaged and can even restore* itself even if it is deformed. Moreover, it requires no special maintenance, prevents luster degradation caused by surface scratches and helps to prolong new-car color and gloss.
The new coat features an ingredient that encourages closer molecular bonding, resulting in a denser structure than conventionally possible. This gives the coat flexibility and elasticity, making it less prone to damage and more resistant to light and acid, and giving it the ability to self-restore after deformation.
This is great news, as this will likely counteract Lexus’ traditionally soft paint, keeping cars looking great for longer. Looking forward to seeing this in action.
[Source: Lexus Japan]
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savage!
awesome.
wow leave it to Lexus to make sick features like that
now….if i can install this paint on the little scratch i put on my mom’s car…
This reminds me of that scratch remover from Longo Lexus that actually works! lol My dream to drive a car like KITT is coming even faster than I had expected!
wait a sec… is this one of those special coatings that won’t let me use traditional or any special car wax? How am I supposed to wash it? How thick and heavy is this coating?
Let’s hope that cleaning the car won’t be a hassle with this clear coat, and as a result, waxing would be unnecessary.
Btw, the lack of clear coating is making my door handles very sticky oogily on the side that is reachable by the fingertips but now by the eyes.
TALKING ABOUT PAINT,WHY FORD TAURUS COMPARE WITH THE LEXUS LS;Two cars and a ton of gravel, Which paint finish can handle the onslaught?
MAY BE THIS IS LEXUS LS 2009 RIGHT?
TAKE A LOOK:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBb8uvRWUEI
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@LEXUSaddict: Ok—final warning. Do not insult the other commenters. Roberto is a diehard Lexus fan and a friend of mine and I don’t appreciate your tone at all.
Smarten up, for real. I’ve about had it.
I really don’t have much detail on the paint, but I don’t imagine that it would require special wax. I know Nissan has something similar, I’ll do some research.
sorry bout that, thought i had freedom of speech.
KREW! Some guy at this trusty neighborhood garage did a better tune up of my LS 400 than my dealer! My steering alignment is actually aligned, and the steering weight is as light as a feather, and my transmission is smooth again. All for only $200! My dealer’s attempts at realigning the wheel alignment required THREE tries, and after the third attempt, all went bad in the matter of weeks. And each attempt cost me quite a big fortune. WHY IS THAT?!
And the guy was just as nice as the people at the dealer, and with all the money I saved, I might as well consider their little store’s shop to be more opulent than the dealer - great food and snacks plus a comfy chair with a wall to rest my head!
Krew is in Canada. lol But remember that in the US, our freedom of speech is limited for many reasons - and such limitations apply to this site as well - common sense applied, but common sense is too broad to interpret, so that wasn’t applied to the Bill of Rights of our Constitution. Don’t worry though. I see that Canada is destined to be part of the US if Puerto Rico wants to join and ruin the perfect balance of stars in our star-spangled banner.
ROBERTO:
That video focuses on one tiny detail. That detail is what goes on J.D. Power’s dependability surveys. From this article, it looks like Lexus is active on staying top dog.
I wanna know what he said lol. Did he call R a fat-ass or something?
Sounds neat. Although if they publicize it too much, some might be tempted to ‘test’ the clear coat just for kicks, or to be cheeky. I hope it works well!
Wonder what was so derogatory bout LEXUSaddict’s deleted comment…
Anyway “freedom of speech” doesn’t give anyone the right to insult someone they DON’T know (if that’s what he actually did).
Coming back to the topic, the Taurus looks plain ugly next to the LS & that black dump truck looks sooo evil, should play a Decepticon in Transformers 3.
Rest assured, a comment wouldn’t be deleted unless it’s offensive. It’s my fault for not being clear about what’s acceptable—which is something I will be working on today.
Believe me, I don’t like censoring comments, but I also want everyone who visits the site to feel comfortable. Admittedly, it’s a fine line—so I think some general guidelines would the best solution. (Feedback, of course, would be greatly appreciated.)
I hope this clear coat will eventually be available either as an option or included on all models… especially the RX
I just said its a stupid video
It’s a smart video. lol
I care very much for those details - I care for my LS 400’s paint every other weak with both traditional and spray wax and lots of scratch removers.
That, in addition to scratch-resistant headlights, lack of brake dusts on wheels, and many other things that go on the J.D. Power’s Dependability surveys I care for greatly. I don’t want a car that easily gets smudgy wheels and aging headlights.
According to J.D. Power, apparently, Lexus lacks in “Features & Accessories Dependability,” which I kinda agree with.
Are the LS hybrid’s LED headlights not yet approved for China and Korea? Those markets don’t have them, and now, Hyundai’s new EQUUS Limo gets to name it as their signature, and apparently, some American car enthusiasts don’t even know about the LS 600h L’s hybrid.
Anyways, I wish Lexus could create such programs as BMW’s Individual. I love how big the new EQUUS Limo is, with its center divider between the front and rear doors although the huge rear overhangs and elongated curves along the shoulder line make the wheels look awkwardly small and tucked in. I can imagine the LS 600h EL (extra-long) to have that center divider too and a Lexus insignia with a blue backlight for some classy appearance, and as an option, there is a badge that spells out “LEXUS” with blue backlighting on the C-pillar. And to really pimp the car up, there would be an LED strip running along the chrome strip on the door panels and around the rear bumpers!
How is it your fault? im the one who acted immaturely and without thinking. i apologize.
The “L-Select” program is Lexus’ answer to BMW Individual…40,000 combinations…JDM only for now.
is anybody else getting the same “someone responded to your comment” message twice?
oh, sorry about that Roberto, didn’t read your comment carefully…woops…:(
We’re cool.
It’s not happening to me, are you getting two messages?
yeah, i just got 4 new messages, 2 for this and 2 for “We’re cool”. its not a problem but wondering why…maybe its because of my yahoo?
and i get one for my own messages too…weird.
No problems here.
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