Ace spy photographer Hans Lehmann has captured an undisguised Lexus LF-A prototype lapping the Nürburgring. Lehmann speculates that published images of the upcoming NSX replacement mule have prompted Lexus to let its star be seen too, so as not to fade from enthusiasts’ memories.

For the first time without disguise, the V10 powered Lexus LF-A prototype driving is its rounds at the Nürburgring.

It’s closer to the concept as might have been expected, with some minor changes naturally. The official debut will probably be at the Car Show in Frankfurt during September. In the meantime the guys at Lexus will continue testing and fine tuning suspension and handling. Yes I think we are all quite jealous by now of those testers.

The Japanese super-car war has officially started with the LF-A, next one to fire the guns will be the new NSX.

Buckle up that 3 point harness, its going to be an amazing and surprising show!

[Source: WorldCarFans.com, AutoBlog.com]