Lexus IS C

In published reviews,
critics awarded this
vehicle an average
overall score of:

83
Priced From $39,365
MPG 23.0
Styles Reviewed
ConvertibleConvertible

Road & Track

07/13/09
2009-07-13
92
100

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Andrew Bornhop Andrew Bornhop Score Pending 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

The IS C is quiet and compliant, and the well-lined top doesn’t creak when it’s up, even in diagonal trips up driveways. The doors shut with a reassuring thud, and the driving position is excellent.

GayWheels.com

02/16/10
2010-02-16
91
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Casey Williams Casey Williams Score Pending 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

The IS 250C is a jewel of near-perfect clarity. The design is spot on, interior features rival flagship luxury sedans, and the convertible hardtop looks great up in winter or stowed in summer.

Kelley Blue Book

07/02/09
2009-07-02
87
100

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Staff Review Kelley Blue Book 8.2 out of 10 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

By combining a solid value, sporty dynamics and a sun-loving nature, we think the IS C will do a fine job providing Lexus with a properly diversified range of revenue streams.

AutoGuide.com

06/16/10
2010-06-16
87
100

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Ken Glassman Ken Glassman 7.3 out of 10 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

The Lexus IS 250 Convertible is an excellent all-around luxury open top car. It does everything well, from pampering two people comfortably, to providing more than adequate driving pleasure. It’s easy on the eyes, and if you watch what options you check, it can be fairly easy on the checkbook.

Winding Road

05/18/09
2009-05-18
86
100

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John Beltz Snyder John Beltz Snyder Score Pending 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

While the IS C may be priced competitively for a luxury hard-top convertible, we would be hard-pressed to say that this car could ever outperform its rivals.

LeftLane News

05/19/09
2009-05-19
86
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Mark Elias Mark Elias 7.2 out of 10 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

The new convertible from Lexus, the IS C is a logical choice for those sun-worshippers who appreciate Lexus’ build quality and legendary customer experience.

About.com

07/22/09
2009-07-22
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Aaron Gold Aaron Gold 7.1 out of 10 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

If you’re looking for a quiet, luxurious convertible — and if you don’t plan to travel with more than one passenger – - the IS C is a brilliant convertible.

Road & Track

08/25/09
2009-08-25
84
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Andrew Bornhop Andrew Bornhop Score Pending 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

The Lexus doesn’t quite have the immediacy or feedback of Infiniti’s G37. On the other hand, the IS C has the expected Lexus quality, and it looks great, especially topless.

Chicago Tribune

11/01/09
2009-11-01
84
100

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Jim Mateja Jim Mateja 6.5 out of 10 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

Lexus says the IS 250 C convertible is meant to give consumers an affordable entry-level luxury car. With options, the car stickered at $48,000 plus change, a hefty entry fee.

Kelley Blue Book

12/02/09
2009-12-02
84
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

Reviewed By Critic Credibility [?] Style Reviewed
Staff Review Kelley Blue Book 8.2 out of 10 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

You might like the 2010 Lexus IS C if you’re in the market for a sporty, luxurious convertible. Along with open-air fun, the IS C provides much of the refinement, security and style of a coupe, thanks to its retractable metal roof.

CNET.com

10/13/09
2009-10-13
84
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Wayne Cunningham Wayne Cunningham 6.2 out of 10 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

The 2010 Lexus IS 350 C leans more to luxury than sport—remaining a very satisfying driver when not pushed too hard—and includes some very useful cabin tech features.

Associated Press

10/23/09
2009-10-23
84
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Ann Job Ann Job Score Pending 2010 Lexus IS C Convertible

Among luxury cars with retractable hardtops, the Lexus IS convertibles might be considered affordable, if a price of $40,000 or so can be defined that way.

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