Several things can be said about the Lexus SC400 series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

1998 Lexus SC400 Base Specs

Standard equipment in the SC400 for 1997 and 1998 includes the 4.0 liter engine by Toyota, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 5-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the SC400.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC400 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 1998 SC400 is a traditional SFI, 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.

Statistics

The dimensions of the SC400 Base are 70.50 inches wide by 190.20 inches long. It sits 54.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 105.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the SC400 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

The listed retail price in 1998 (MSRP) was $30,790, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,745. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

MPG Ratings

The SC400 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty seven when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

In 1997 and 1998 the SC400 Base was availble in the exterior colors of Antique Sage Pearl, Black Onyx, Blue Velvet Pearl, Cashmere Beige Metallic, Classic Green Pearl, Diamond White Pearl, Oyster Pearl, and Ruby Pearl.

What We Think of the Lexus SC400

There are several reasons why the Lexus SC400 Base sold well in 1998. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a SC400.

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