There’s a whole lot of assumptions in your post that don’t necessarily ring true.
I just got the LC500 and it will be in our family for a long time. One of a very few naturally aspirated big V8 powered sports cars in the (new car) market. Yes, it is cool and it draws a lot of looks. But it is also a fun car to drive and a great car overall (if you don’t mind the annoying track pad for the infotainment system). This is our third Lexus and the long term repair costs aren’t much worse than any other, non-premium brand car. In fact, I’d bet the maintenance is less than on most brands overall.
https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/the-most-and-least-expensive-cars-to-maintain-by-maddy-martin
Just one source but it is late and I’m feeling lazy.
You can stop by in 10 years to see my car if you want. It will still be with us (God willing) and it will still look as good as new.
Good looking car. I’m a little envious. I hope it brings many many miles of smiles.
No question new cars are nice but some of us are still old school and like cars we can still work on. A lot of new cars are dealer-only for getting anything mechanical done or repaired.