The Lexus SC400 Base for 1996
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.
1996 Lexus SC400 Base Specs
The SC400 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.
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 1996 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 70.00 inches wide by 187.80 inches long. It sits 53.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 103.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the SC400 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.
The listed retail price in 1996 (MSRP) was $32,400, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. 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 twenty in-city driving and twenty nine when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
In 1995 and 1996 the SC400 Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
What We Think of the Lexus SC400
There are several reasons why the Lexus SC400 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 SC400.
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CAR COVER FOR LEXUS SC 400 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 OEM FREE STORAGE BAG UV |  |
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US $97.95 | 1d 18h 32m |
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CAR COVER FOR LEXUS SC 400 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 OEM FREE STORAGE BAG UV | |
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US $97.95 | 1d 18h 32m |
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Repair Service Manual on CD sc400 sc300 Lexus 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 | |
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