The restyled SC430 Base is equipped with a 4.3-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota five-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2003 version.

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.

Statistics

The dimensions of the SC430 Base are 72.00 inches wide by 177.80 inches long. It sits 53.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 103.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear 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 original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $62,875 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $54,699. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2004 SC430 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The 2004 SC430 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is below average for a convertible car.

Parting Shots

There are several reasons why the Lexus SC430 Base sold well in 2004. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a SC430.

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

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