Flared fenders

The muscular RC F features flared fenders at all four corners wrapping the coupe's 19-inch forged aluminum wheels.

Cabin and steering wheel

The cabin, predictably, looks a lot like the IS sedan's, but this model debuts a "Lexus-first elliptical cross-section thick-grip steering wheel with optimum placement of paddle gear shifts," according to the automaker's release. Ideally, the new wheel should fit better in the driver's hand.

High-backed sport seats

The coupe's high back seats feature embossed "F" logos on the headrests and are available in one of five different leather trim colors, each with contrasting stitching.

The end of Lexus Remote Touch?

Instead of Lexus' Remote Touch Controller, the RC F appears to have a small touch pad. Could this be the end of Lexus Remote Touch or just the next evolution?

Motorized spoiler

A motorized spoiler on the rear deck rises at speeds of 50 mph and above to enhance high-speed stability and retracts when traveling below 25 mph for a clean look.

IS-F inspired vents

These fender vents behind the front wheel had me convinced that the RC could debut with an IS-F badge.

LED headlamps?

Lexus has finessed the IS sedan's front light clusters. They now appear to integrate better with the L-shaped LED indicator lights. The headlamps themselves appear to be fully LED illuminated.

Unique tail lights

The tail lights wrap around the corners of the vehicle.

The hood sits higher than the IS sedan's to accommodate a hood vent and a larger engine.

V-8 engine

Lexus tells us that the RC-F will be powered by a V-8 engine. We're assuming that it's the same 5.0-liter V-8 that powers the current IS-F sport sedan. Stated power should be at least 416 ponies.

Coupe profile

Rather than just shave two doors from the IS' profile, the RC F Coupe features a revised roofline that slopes more aggressively.

Transmission

We're also guessing that the power will flow to the rear wheels via the automaker's eight-speed Sport Direct-Shift automatic transmission.

F Sport accessories

Available carbon fiber F Sport components will allow drivers to customize their ride.

More details in Detroit

We expect to learn more about the RC F Coupe at the 2014 Detroit auto show next week.