I want to hear your story about how you ended up with an RC.

Currently in the market for a new vehicle, but struggling to decide on one.

What made you pick the RC vs other cars in the same segment? Any post purchase regrets or major recurring issues? Any thing in particular to look out for when researching this car in the market? And what's your plan with the car? Mod it? Trade it later? Drive it til it can't? Appreciate any and all input.

I have a 2020 Lexus RC 350 F Sport RWD, and I’ve been dealing with a persistent, high-pitched squealing noise when braking at low speeds.
The noise seems to depend on brake pressure. It’s most noticeable when lightly pressing the brakes, and it gets quieter or stops when I press harder. I also notice it when turning while braking.
I replaced the front brake pads and rotors a few months ago, but the noise was happening before the replacement and is still happening afterward. We’ve also cleaned the brake area, which helped temporarily, but the squealing eventually came back.
I’ve noticed some rust on the front rotors as well.
Has anyone experienced something similar on their RC 350? Could it be the brake pad compound, shims/hardware, caliper slide pins, or something else? Is there a known Lexus service bulletin or updated brake pad kit I should look into?
I’d appreciate any advice before spending more money replacing parts. Thanks!