The Lexus SC300 Base for 1996
A lot has been said about the Lexus SC300 for 1996. As Lexus's entry in the coupe market the SC300 (and in this case specically the Base version) has maintained a good reputation. The 2-door SC300 is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Lexus as a brand in general.
Lexus SC300 Engine Specs
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 is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.
The fuel system for the 1996 SC300 is a traditional MPI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.
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.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the SC300 Base are 70.00 inches wide by 187.80 inches long. It sits a comfortable 53.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 103.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The listed retail price in 1996 (MSRP) was $32,400, with an invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The SC300 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty in-city driving and twenty nine when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.
Conclusion
There are several reasons why the Lexus SC300 Base sold well in 1996. 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.
| CAR COVER FOR LEXUS SC 300 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 OEM FREE STORAGE BAG UV | ![]() |
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US $97.95 | 18h 42m |
| CAR COVER FOR LEXUS SC 300 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 OEM FREE STORAGE BAG UV | ![]() |
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US $97.95 | 18h 42m |
| NEW EVAPORATOR OEM 8850124090 8850124091 LEXUS SC300 SC400 94 95 96 97 98 99 00 | ![]() |
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US $57.89 | 5h 36m |
Tags: 2-Door, Base, Canada market, Coupe, Lexus SC300

