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Lexus IS-F CCS-R Racer Ready for Pikes Peak 2012

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Lexus is getting ready for this year’s edition of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, with the carmaker now presenting its gladiator for the event. We are talking about the IS F CCS-R racer, a vehicle that comes with a list of modifications the size of Japan, all aimed to help it reach the clouds faster.
2012 is an important year in the history of the famous Hill Climb event, as the entire course is now covered in tarmac, which means that we’ll get to see a totally different show than before.

We must now return to the IS F CCS-R race car, in order to give you the full specs of the vehicle:

ENGINE
  • Designation 2UR-GSE
  • Displacement 5.0L
  • Horsepower 416 @ 6,600 rpm
  • Torque 371 lb.-ft. @ 5,200 rpm
  • Fuel system SFI D-4 direct-to-cylinder injection with secondary port injectors
DRIVETRAIN
  • Layout Front engine, rear-wheel drive system
  • Transmission 8-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic with paddle shift and manual mode
EXTERIOR
  • Orange mica exterior paint
  • Reinforced monocoque (with roll cage)
  • Carbon fiber hood, door handles, front fender, front spoiler, front canard, rear spoiler, ventilator
  • Polycarbonate windows
  • Lightweight door
WHEELS/TIRES
  • SSR
  • 18x8.5J, off-set 30 front
  • 18x9.5J, off-set 40 rear
  • Yokohama /ADVAN NEOVA A050 tires
  • 245/40 R18 front
  • 255/40 R18 rear
BRAKES
  • Brake cooling system
  • Racing brake kit
  • Stainless steel mesh brake hose
SUSPENSION
  • Adjustable camber front upper arm
  • Modified race suspension
  • Reinforced bushings and mounts
EXHAUST
  • Racing exhaust system
  • OTHER MECHANICAL
  • Engine oil cooler
  • Transmission oil cooler
  • Differential oil cooler
  • Mechanical LSD
RACING EQUIPMENT
  • 120L fuel cell
  • Air jack system
  • Fire extinguishing system
  • Data logger
  • Kill switch
  • Tow strap
INTERIOR
  • Carbon fiber dashboard, center console, door and interior trim
  • HANS compatible full bucket driver's seat
  • Lightened interior (delete power windows, door locks, rear seats, roof lining, etc.)
  • Six-point seat belt
  • Small-diameter steering wheel with paddle shifter
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