Lexus-characteristic L-shaped combination lamps feature a layered, strongly three-dimensional design, and the lower, concave bumper section incorporates a full width spoiler to further enhance rear-wheel drive traction.

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The BRABUS aerodynamic-enhancement concept is rounded out by the BRABUS rear spoiler lip, also available in a clear-coated carbon-fiber version, and the new rear fascia with centrally located reflector and custom cutouts for the BRABUS quad sport exhaust system.

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Among the flourishes is the Vanquish's rear-spoiler hoop that, being made of carbon composite, required a unique and proprietary tooling process.

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It also looked surprisingly cool, thanks in part to the re-designed front fascia, an angled rear diffuser, a slight spoiler and 18-inch R-Design wheels.

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Also new are larger air intakes ahead of the front wheels, which have 19-inch alloy rims in matte black, and an optional style package that offers high-gloss black paintwork on the underside of the front spoiler, front and rear grilles.

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The rear of the car is tricked out with a small deck-mounted spoiler more for visual balance than aero balance and a faux diffuser diapering the lower clip, including a very cool triangular brake light.

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