[{"id": 10692826, "authorName": "RLMMG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rlmmg/", "bidAmount": 4800, "content": "$4,800 bid placed by RLMMG", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676072079, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10693058, "authorName": "ChoonHound", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/choonhound/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perfection.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676074723, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10693060, "authorName": "WallStWiz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wallstwiz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A beautiful LC 500\u2026 Lexus really hit it out of the park with the Inspiration Series. #70/150 in Iridium/Dark Rose with only 9 miles was presented in Kissimmee in January\u2026 GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1676074727, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10693127, "authorName": "Superbeeandy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/superbeeandy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Picture of window sticker please.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1676075299, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10693606, "authorName": "Collins4A", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/collins4a/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The consignee must have picked up a GR Corolla......only reason I can think of to sell this via a Toyota dealer.........I'm kidding.......sort of", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1676081172, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10694631, "authorName": "Al_Cantara", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/al_cantara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The LC500 is a BULLETPROOF high performance car. Same for the new IS500 with the same normally aspirated 472 hp V8 starting at a base price of $56K, although most have premium packages with an MSRP of $61,750. Buy an LC or IS now before they are discontinued. Last of the kind.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1676123195, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10694766, "authorName": "Scott_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Collins4A - local Toyota dealer here lives in a single family home on the ocean and exclusively drives Lexus products. His kid lives in my neighborhood and drives Toyota inventory (he had the first new generation Supra I had seen in the flesh).\r\n\r\nBAT is 4 for 9 on selling the LC500s.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1676125289, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10694824, "authorName": "drc3x", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drc3x/", "bidAmount": 4900, "content": "$4,900 bid placed by drc3x", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676125762, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10695367, "authorName": "cmr50", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cmr50/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love these! Sadly with 2 kids in college, this is out of my price range for the next couple of years. GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1676131460, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10695588, "authorName": "mr_smee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr_smee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Never mind the stunning exterior design, did you see those shock/strut towers?!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676133502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10695905, "authorName": "DamianLillardToyota (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damianlillardtoyota/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@superbeeandy here you go", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1676136494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10696607, "authorName": "RemingtonSR71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/remingtonsr71/", "bidAmount": 70000, "content": "$70,000 bid placed by RemingtonSR71", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676140401, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10708567, "authorName": "xwndycty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xwndycty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I just picked up a new 2023 LC 500 Conv't two weeks ago (cloudburst gray/toasted caramel/black top w/every option available). Although I've only driven it less than 200 miles so far, I can already tell it will be the BEST sports car I've ever owned (including several Corvettes, Mercedes, BMW M3, Z/28, 240-Z and a first gen Acura NSX). Good luck with the auction for this fine automobile!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1676262242, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10715715, "authorName": "dengreene", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dengreene/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful vehicle! I own #79 of 100, 2021 LC500 Inspiration Series Convertible in structural blue/white interior, and channeling Charlton Heston, \"you'd have to pry it from my cold, dead hands!\" GLWTA!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1676336989, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10716450, "authorName": "RehovLLC12", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rehovllc12/", "bidAmount": 70500, "content": "$70,500 bid placed by RehovLLC12", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676346642, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10718616, "authorName": "Murphy258", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/murphy258/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I just bought one of these as well. Being delivered today. Nightfall Mica on Toasted Caramel Convertible. These cars are finally gaining the notoriety they deserve.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676394562, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10724353, "authorName": "bharvick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bharvick/", "bidAmount": 79000, "content": "$79,000 bid placed by bharvick", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676419915, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10733680, "authorName": "RehovLLC12", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rehovllc12/", "bidAmount": 79500, "content": "$79,500 bid placed by RehovLLC12", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676514965, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10734454, "authorName": "bharvick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bharvick/", "bidAmount": 80000, "content": "$80,000 bid placed by bharvick", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676546795, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10744855, "authorName": "OneOfEach", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oneofeach/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$13k seems like a pretty steep markup for what appears to be cosmetic upgrades for the Inspiration Series. Does the Inspiration Series have more to it than what is listed on the window sticker? Also, given the name of the dealer, can the car come with two courtside seats to a Blazers game?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676652837, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10744877, "authorName": "eileencks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eileencks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Warranty to 48k 4 years? I might have missed it in the listing and Carfax but I read them twice. Almost bought a 2020 Caddy V that was a factory race demo which did not have a factory warranty. Hence, the paranoid question.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676652943, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10745154, "authorName": "DamianLillardToyota (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damianlillardtoyota/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@OneOfEach - the description that Lexus gives is pasted below. A big part of the value is in the wheels I would imagine. As a guy who just paid over $8000 for four wheels for a different vehicle, I know that they can get spendy.\r\nAnd we unfortunately don\u2019t have courtside seats! We get them from time to time, but our regular seats are Club Level. If the winner wants to hit a Blazers game when/if they come out to pick it up in person, we can definitely set up some decent tickets. \ud83d\udc4d \r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cBuilding on the LC 500 Touring Package, the 2022 LC 500 Inspiration Series adds unique, 3D-machined 21-inch wheels paired with bold black finishes on the grille, headlamp, taillamp and rocker garnish and a sleek, coupe-exclusive rear air wing spoiler. The can\u2019t-miss convertible adds a Dark Rose fabric top \u2014 a stunning contrast to the Iridium exterior.\r\n\r\nExclusivity continues in-cabin with stainless-steel Inspiration Series scuff plate door accents and a serialized badge on the center console numerically recognizing the limited 150 units produced.\r\n\r\nThe calming Dark Rose interior accents contribute to the meditative in-cabin experience. Semi-Aniline leather-trimmed comfort (coupe) and sport (convertible) seats are beautifully contrasted with Dark Rose stitching, perforation and Dark Rose front seat belts. The 2022 LC 500 Inspiration Series Convertible also offers unique climate concierge with upper body heating and NuLuxe Headliner. Drivers can continue the relaxing experience with their soundtrack of choice projecting from the standard Mark Levinson 13-speaker 915-watt Reference Surround Sound Audio system.\r\n\r\nThe LC Inspiration Series comes standard with a SmartAccess Key Card and a Head Up Display (HUD) that projects a range of information onto the bottom of the windshield glass. Relevant information can be displayed to the driver without taking their focus from the road such as: road speed, gear, engine speed, turn-by-turn directions, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control status, Pre-Collision System, Lane Keep Assist/Lane Departure Alert, warning indicator information icons and clearance sonar.\u201d", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1676654963, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10745171, "authorName": "DamianLillardToyota (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damianlillardtoyota/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@eileencks warranty is 4 year 50,000 mile with a 6 year 70,000 mile powertrain.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676655062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10746088, "authorName": "MikeGallawa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikegallawa/", "bidAmount": 81000, "content": "$81,000 bid placed by MikeGallawa", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676659524, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10746263, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 81500, "content": "$81,500 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676660084, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10746773, "authorName": "RemingtonSR71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/remingtonsr71/", "bidAmount": 85000, "content": "$85,000 bid placed by RemingtonSR71", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676662104, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10746865, "authorName": "MikeGallawa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikegallawa/", "bidAmount": 86000, "content": "$86,000 bid placed by MikeGallawa", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676662383, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10747212, "authorName": "MCCSCOT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mccscot/", "bidAmount": 90777, "content": "$90,777 bid placed by MCCSCOT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676663455, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10747391, "authorName": "RemingtonSR71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/remingtonsr71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@OneOfEach this generation of Inspiration Series is a bit different than the prior generation, which featured an amazing and unique \"Structural Blue\" paint, a unique white and blue interior and unique blue top and matching Haliburton Luggage and only 100 of those were produced. This \"Inspiration\" series car's real distinguishing features from standard Convertible LC500 is the red top and the red shading of the black interior as well as the blackening of otherwise lighter colored trim. Whereas the Blue Inspiration series is bold and exotic, this one is much more subdued (other than the red roof). Bottom line is these are the best built and most exotic looking cars you can buy at this price point.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1676664188, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10747500, "authorName": "OneOfEach", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oneofeach/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RemingtonSR71 - Thanks for the explanation. I agree this is a spectacular automobile. I'd be more partial to the blue since I'm color blind. Haha. Also, the SR-71 remains my favorite plane of all time neck to neck with the P-51 mustang. I've been fortunate enough to fly the latter.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676664535, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10747872, "authorName": "RemingtonSR71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/remingtonsr71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@OneOfEach the blue is stunning, and I envy you. P51 is definitely on of my favs.....what's it fly like?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676666186, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749139, "authorName": "Dstrong517", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dstrong517/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I sold a 2022 GT3 Touring and bought a new LC500 with every option. This car is stunning and over $100k less than the GT3! It\u2019s better looking live than the pictures show.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676672218, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749205, "authorName": "DamianLillardToyota (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damianlillardtoyota/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We're here to answer any last minute questions. This car is like new and has been garaged since day one. We are a 4.9 star Google rated dealership and take great pride in our vehicles. Good luck!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676672420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749264, "authorName": "Riven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riven/", "bidAmount": 92000, "content": "$92,000 bid placed by Riven", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676672740, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749289, "authorName": "MCCSCOT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mccscot/", "bidAmount": 92500, "content": "$92,500 bid placed by MCCSCOT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676672857, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749315, "authorName": "Riven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riven/", "bidAmount": 93000, "content": "$93,000 bid placed by Riven", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676672950, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749319, "authorName": "tomdolan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tomdolan/", "bidAmount": 94000, "content": "$94,000 bid placed by tomdolan", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676672958, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749325, "authorName": "MCCSCOT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mccscot/", "bidAmount": 94500, "content": "$94,500 bid placed by MCCSCOT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676672971, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749329, "authorName": "Riven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riven/", "bidAmount": 95000, "content": "$95,000 bid placed by Riven", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676672981, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749335, "authorName": "aquavelvet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aquavelvet/", "bidAmount": 95500, "content": "$95,500 bid placed by aquavelvet", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673000, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749336, "authorName": "MCCSCOT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mccscot/", "bidAmount": 97000, "content": "$97,000 bid placed by MCCSCOT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673002, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749355, "authorName": "aquavelvet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aquavelvet/", "bidAmount": 97500, "content": "$97,500 bid placed by aquavelvet", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673077, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749371, "authorName": "MCCSCOT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mccscot/", "bidAmount": 98000, "content": "$98,000 bid placed by MCCSCOT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673122, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749373, "authorName": "aquavelvet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aquavelvet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good work, beauty! Congrats.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673149, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749390, "authorName": "Riven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riven/", "bidAmount": 98500, "content": "$98,500 bid placed by Riven", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673224, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749395, "authorName": "MCCSCOT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mccscot/", "bidAmount": 99000, "content": "$99,000 bid placed by MCCSCOT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673235, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749396, "authorName": "3Gs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3gs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "love that red top", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673240, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749409, "authorName": "Riven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riven/", "bidAmount": 99500, "content": "$99,500 bid placed by Riven", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673287, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749417, "authorName": "MCCSCOT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mccscot/", "bidAmount": 100000, "content": "$100,000 bid placed by MCCSCOT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673326, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10749441, "authorName": "Riven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riven/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You got this, Congrats.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673411, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749424, "authorName": "VS2K", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vs2k/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have one of these \u201922 Inspiration Series but in a coupe. Prior to searching for one of these limited models, I had priced an LC through the Lexus Bespoke build. With similar options, the coupe cost pretty much the same as the Inspiration Series coupe. However, with this, you are getting a car that has been further refined in the looks department. If going with the Bespoke build, I would have gotten the red & black interior. But prefer Inspiration version more. Instead of the large sections of the seats being red, it\u2019s more subtle with the inside of the perforations being red. This is a major plus for me as I plan to keep the car long term and don\u2019t have to worry about the regular red seat looking worn and discolored over use. Also, you get the limited wheels that aren\u2019t available on any other LC. They are stunning on this car and alone are worth going this route. Put it all together along with the limited nature of this car, it was an easy choice for me to go with it versus a Bespoke build.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1676673414, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749463, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 2/17/23 at $100,000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673482, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 10749470, "authorName": "Krpman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/krpman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\ud83e\udd23", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1676673496, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749490, "authorName": "Page1961", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/page1961/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Had to be very close !!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673544, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749508, "authorName": "WallStWiz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wallstwiz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow\u2026 that was some strong bidding. I thought the reserve would have been $100K", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1676673586, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749511, "authorName": "Riven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riven/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "that sucks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676673593, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749567, "authorName": "smacky", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smacky/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Aw c\u2019mon $100k is a fair price", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1676673773, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749621, "authorName": "John9944", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/john9944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "worth $110k all day", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1676673929, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749685, "authorName": "pcwhite71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pcwhite71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$110k probably would have got it", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676674173, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749698, "authorName": "v10", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/v10/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yet another LC500 RNM. These do not sell, at least not on here for what sellers think they're worth.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1676674229, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10749767, "authorName": "new_hampster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/new_hampster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "With the BaT fee and shipping to east coast, pretty close to $110K.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1676674640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10750478, "authorName": "dengreene", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dengreene/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As an owner of a 2021 Inspiration Series Convertible, it seems bidders are not making the distinction between the limited edition numbered Inspiration Series verses a regular LC500. Perhaps a regular LC500 with 1600 miles goes for $100k at a bare minimum, but not an Inspiration Series. Hope the high bidder works our a deal and enjoys the car as it is an astounding machine!!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1676681375, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10750782, "authorName": "bj509", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bj509/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dengreene Apparently 100k is exactly what its worth.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1676684865, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10750957, "authorName": "OKRazorback", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/okrazorback/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The market has definitely tanked. I sold a similar one owner 2022 inspiration series on 10/6/22 for $120,123 with 550 miles. The previous BaT auction bid to $123,000. The market has DROPPED!!! Wow!\r\n\r\nhttps://bringatrailer.com/listing/2022-lexus-lc500-inspiration-series/", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1676687075, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10751112, "authorName": "eileencks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eileencks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Even great cars like this beauty are now one year old. Add the BaT profit and wow its back to sticker. Clearly no buyer wants to pay sticker again. These cars have always been slow to sell. What a shame. They are so beautiful.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1676688952, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10751140, "authorName": "dengreene", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dengreene/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bj509, agree, it is worth what the high bidder is willing to pay today, and it is also true the seller did not choose to sell it today, most likely because the seller understands that Inspiration models are numbered limited edition models, unlike regular LC500s.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1676689265, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11040797, "authorName": "BobbyZZZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobbyzzz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still have it?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679712697, "type": "comment"}]