Overview 1999 Lexus SC300 Base
The SC300 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.
The SC300 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
SC300 Base Statistics
The SC300 is 190.20 inches long, 70.50 inches wide, and 54.90 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 105.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the SC300 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $30,905 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,844. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1999 SC300 is a MPI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.
The SC300 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty six when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.
In Summary
There are several reasons why the Lexus SC300 Base sold well in 1999. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a SC300.
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1992 1999 LEXUS SC300 SC400 GENUINE LEATHER SEATS COVER |  |
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US $499.00 | 4d 16h 12m |
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1992 1999 LEXUS SC300 SC400 LED PRO HEADLIGHTS 4PC 1995 | |
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US $279.99 | 2d 19h 33m |
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UNCUT 1998 1999 2000 98 99 LEXUS SC300 SC400 KEY REMOTE | |
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US $79.00 | 23d 7h 28m |
Tags: 2-Door, Base, Coupe, Lexus SC300, United States market