Lexus LF-A to be Lease-Only

Lexus is preempting that scourge of auto sales–the speculator–by making its low-volume LF-A exotic available for lease only.  Speculation has been a big problem in the sales world since the 1970s, when frequent special editions of vehicles were released to demand.  More recently, cars such as the Ferrari Enzo and Alfa-Romeo 8C have been victims, with early buyers scooping them up only to turn around and sell them for 50% over retail.  The LF-A’s estimated numbers were to be $375,000 and five hundred units per year; while the lease plan will undercut speculation, Lexus will offer the cars for sale post-lease.