The Lexus SC300 Base for 1996
In 1996 Lexus released the SC300 Base to the car-buying market. The SC300 came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 29 highway miles and 20 city. The SC300 competes in the Coupe market segment, in direct competition with Nissan.
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 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.
The fuel system for the 1996 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.
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.
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.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $32,400 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
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.
In 1995 and 1996 the SC300 Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors. Additional options were made available by the factory.
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.
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CAR COVER FOR LEXUS SC 300 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 OEM FREE STORAGE BAG UV |  |
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US $97.95 | 1d 18h 33m |
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CAR COVER FOR LEXUS SC 300 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 OEM FREE STORAGE BAG UV | |
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US $97.95 | 1d 18h 33m |
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Lexus SC SC300 SC400 1995 1996 1997 FLEECE LINED | |
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US $58.40 | 2h 22m |
Tags: 2-Door, Base, Coupe, Lexus SC300, United States market