Is the Lexus LC 500 Discontinued?
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Yes — leaving the US lineup
Is the Lexus LC 500 being discontinued?
Yes. Lexus has confirmed the Lexus LC 500 is leaving the US lineup. After the 2026 model year (coupe and convertible). The 2026 model year is the last one for the US market. No replacement has been announced.
Updated November 2026 · Sources: Motor1 (Lexus statement)
LC 500 status at a glance
| Status | Yes — leaving the US lineup |
|---|---|
| Final US model year | 2026 |
| End of production | After the 2026 model year (coupe and convertible) |
| Reason (as stated) | Lexus said it "constantly evaluates its model mix and strategy" to "align with consumer demand." |
| Replacement | None announced |
| Sources | Motor1 (Lexus statement) (Jan 30, 2026) |
The LC 500 is on our list of cars discontinued in 2026–2027.
What it means if you're buying a LC 500
- Used supply. CarWhere counted 294 used and certified LC 500 listings at US dealers as of Nov 7, 2026. See used LC 500s for sale
- Parts and service. A factory warranty runs for its stated term whether or not the model is still built, and safety recalls are fixed free (49 U.S.C. § 30120, with an exception for vehicles first sold more than 15 years before the recall notice). No federal rule sets how long parts must be made: model-specific body panels and trim usually get scarce first, while parts shared with models still in production stay available longer.
- Background. Lexus history and model timeline
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lexus LC 500 being discontinued?
Yes. Lexus has confirmed the Lexus LC 500 is leaving the US lineup. After the 2026 model year (coupe and convertible). The 2026 model year is the last one for the US market. No replacement has been announced.
What is the last model year of the Lexus LC 500?
2026 is the final US model year. End of production: After the 2026 model year (coupe and convertible).
Why was the Lexus LC 500 discontinued?
Lexus said it "constantly evaluates its model mix and strategy" to "align with consumer demand."
What replaced the Lexus LC 500?
Lexus has not announced a direct replacement.
Can you still get parts and service for a Lexus LC 500?
Yes. A factory warranty runs for its stated term whether or not the model is still built, and federal law requires automakers to fix safety-recall defects free of charge (with an exception for vehicles first sold more than 15 years before the recall notice). There is no general federal rule on how long parts must be made; model-specific body panels and trim are usually the first to get scarce.
How many used LC 500s are for sale?
CarWhere counted 294 used and certified LC 500 listings at US dealers as of Nov 7, 2026.
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How we source this
- Status comes from Lexus's own release or statement where one was published; otherwise from a reputable outlet quoting Lexus directly. We don't report a discontinuation that the automaker hasn't confirmed, and we don't guess at reasons: if none was given, we say "Not stated."
- Checked against the linked sources on Nov 7, 2026. Plans change; we re-check quarterly and when an automaker announces a change.
- Used counts and medians are CarWhere's snapshot of active used and certified listings at US dealers (Nov 7, 2026), from licensed vehicle-data providers. They are asking prices, not transaction prices.