Thanks, but nothing that we don't already know. The production 5LS will be similar to, but not exact to the LF-FC exterior. Still, the LF-FC gives a strong indication of the 5LS exterior.
You actually know them from what I remember. He believes the car is better looking in being more resolved than the LF-FC and that the interior takes a similar direction to the LC500. Out of respect, I refuse to press him for more information.
It would not be wise for them to sit on a design that for 48-56 months old, considering that major decision making was made by mid-2014. The cubing process itself for such a vehicle is usually 6-9 months, even in the 2010s.
I wouldn't be surprised if the first CAD renderings for the 200B design were made as early as the 4th quarter of 2013, meaning a 2018 calendar year introduction would be utmost stupid.
By September 2017, the body design might be reaching 4 years old. I don't recommend that as a "designer", since you need a product to be as fresh as possible. In this class however, high lead times require it. Between MB, BMW, Audi, and another LS competitor, this is somewhat the norm anyway.
On another topic, I will admit even if rude of me, I am getting very tired of having to point out that the 5LS was designed first, when the evidence is out there already. Just because the LF-LC became the LC, doesn't always mean things work like that. Especially how it took an additional 5 years after the concept.
That is truly how concept-to-production works. The length of a full development programme.
BMW showcased the Vision Future Luxury in 2014, yet many complained the G11 did not look like it. BMW did G11 design work through at latest early 2012, because I know personally when the design was frozen and have had that confirmed for me various times.
I find it quite disrespectful if someone tries to be helpful and politely provide some insight, only for the same questions or mistaken theories to pop-up from the same receiving party. I read that as dismissive to us, as I am not one to say anything if there's nothing of relevance to say.
BTW that statement above isn't directed to anyone here nor you particularly CIF, but any drive-by readers that are guilty of being deliberately obtuse, when the facts are right there and state otherwise.
Finally, the hunting video of The Fast Lane Car is here ..
Yes, I had just caught that an hour ago and saw your comment on their site a few days ago. Took them too long to get it, but I understand why. I took my merry time in mentioning it here, as I hate typing on my phone.
Madi, between this car and the ES mules, the turbo engines are due very soon it seems. Why are there no trademarks is my question though? What becomes of
t suffix? It has to stay, as there will still be naturally aspirated models in the line-up.
