The Lexus SC400 Base for 1997
It is common to find buyers of the Lexus SC400 enthusiastic about their purchase. The SC400 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Lexus line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 1997 model is no exception. The Lexus SC400 falls into the coupe for the family category. The SC400 inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Lexuss year after year
Under the Hood
The restyled SC400 Base is equipped with a 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1996 version.
The SC400 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 SC400 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 listed retail price in 1997 (MSRP) was $29,990, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,050. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1997 SC400 is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.
The 1997 SC400 gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is subpar for a coupe car.
We Think...
The 1997 model year was telling year for the Lexus SC400. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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Tags: 2-Door, Base, Coupe, Lexus SC400, United States market