The Lexus SC400 Base for 1999
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 1999 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
Lexus SC400 Engine 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 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC400 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
The fuel system for the 1999 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.
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.
There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 70,000/72 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
The listed retail price in 1999 (MSRP) was $30,905, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,844. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
MPG Ratings
The 1999 SC400 gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is subpar for a coupe car.
In 1998 and 1999 the SC400 Base was availble in the exterior colors of Antique Sage Pearl, Black Onyx, Blue Velvet Pearl, Burnished Gold Metallic, Cashmere Beige Metallic, Diamond White Pearl, Golden Pearl, Oyster Pearl, Vintage Red Pearl, and Woodland Pearl.
We Think...
There are several reasons why the Lexus SC400 Base sold well in 1999. 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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Tags: 2-Door, Base, Coupe, Lexus SC400, United States market