Lexus previews second-gen IS sport sedan with 2004 LF-C concept

Lexus previews the second-generation 2006 IS sport sedan, as well as a convertible version, with the introduction of the LF-C sports coupe concept April 8, 2004, at the New York auto show.

The concept was equipped with a retractable hard top and four-position glass roof, allowing the car to switch from coupe to convertible to targa or speedster.

The rear-wheel-drive LF-C — for Lexus Future-Coupe — was powered by a V-8 engine and featured a one-touch activation button, crystal LED taillamps, suede bucket seats, a 3D instrument panel, drive-by-wire and a translucent crystal center console with blue backlighting.

Retractable rear-view cameras replaced side mirrors on the doors and rear bumper.