The SC430 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.3 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 6-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Convertible arena.

The SC430 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 SC430 is 178.50 inches long, 72.00 inches wide, and 53.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 103.10 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the SC430 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.

The listed retail price in 2006 (MSRP) was $65,355, with an invoice cost of $56,858. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the SC430 is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 19.80-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

The SC430 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty five when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.

We Think...

The 2005 model began the promise of the Lexus SC430. The 2006 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the SC430 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

Tags: 2-Door, Base, Convertible, Lexus SC430, United States market

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