Our Take on the 2008 Lexus SC430 Base
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 dimensions of the SC430 Base are 72.00 inches wide by 178.50 inches long. It sits a comfortable 53.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 103.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
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 2008 (MSRP) was $65,455, with an invoice cost of $56,945. 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 sixteen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.
We Think...
The 2007 model began the promise of the Lexus SC430. The 2008 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.
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LEXUS SC430 2002 2008 NEW CHROME WHEEL CENTER CAPS x4 |  |
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US $79.99 | 5d 10h 37m |
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CAR COVER Lexus SC 2002 2003 04 05 2006 2008 SC430 f3 | |
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US $58.64 | 24d 8h 54m |
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FLOOR MAT Lexus SC430 2001 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 | |
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US $11.99 | 22d 12h 28m |
Tags: 2-Door, Base, Convertible, Lexus SC430, United States market
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