Lexus Facts » United States market http://www.lexusfacts.com Information on Lexus Cars and Trucks Sun, 04 Oct 2009 08:10:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 The Lexus SC430 Base for 2005 http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/10/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2005/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/10/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2005/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2009 08:10:22 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2005 Lexus SC430

There have been several award-winning cars from Lexus over the years, including the Lexus SC430 of 2005. There are one trim levels to the SC430, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 2004 the popular 4.3 liter has made this a popular choice for convertible buyers nationwide.

Stop and Go

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 2004 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC430 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The SC430 is 177.80 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 original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $63,575 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $55,308. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2005 SC430 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The 2005 SC430 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is below average for a convertible car.

What We Think of the Lexus SC430

The 2005 model year was very successful for the Lexus SC430. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

]]> http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/10/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2005/feed/ 1 The Lexus SC430 Base for 2009 http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/10/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2009/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/10/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2009/#comments Sat, 03 Oct 2009 13:10:22 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2009 There have been several award-winning cars from Lexus over the years, including the Lexus SC430 of 2009. There are one trim levels to the SC430, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 2008 the popular 4.3 liter has made this a popular choice for convertible buyers nationwide.

Stop and Go

Standard equipment in the SC430 for 2008 and 2009 includes the 4.3 liter engine by Toyota, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 6-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the SC430.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC430 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The SC430 is 186.20 inches long, 72.60 inches wide, and 66.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 106.90 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $37,500 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $33,188. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2009 SC430 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The 2009 SC430 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is below average for a convertible car.

What We Think of the Lexus SC430

The 2009 model year was very successful for the Lexus SC430. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

]]> http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/10/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2009/feed/ 1 The Lexus SC430 Base for 2002 http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/10/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2002/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/10/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2002/#comments Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:10:22 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/the-lexus-sc430-base-for-2002 Lexus SC430

It is common to find buyers of the Lexus SC430 enthusiastic about their purchase. The SC430 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Lexus line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 2002 model is no exception. The Lexus SC430 falls into the convertible for the family category. The SC430 inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Lexuss year after year

Under the Hood

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 2001 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC430 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The SC430 is 177.80 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 original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $61,055 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $53,117. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2002 SC430 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 19.80-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

The 2002 SC430 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is subpar for a convertible car.

What We Think of the Lexus SC430

The 2002 model year was telling year for the Lexus SC430. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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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.

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A lot has been said about the Lexus SC430 for 2007. As Lexus's entry in the convertible market the SC430 (and in this case specically the Base version) has maintained a solid reputation. The 2-door SC430 is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Lexus as a brand in general.

Performance

The restyled SC430 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.3-liter 8-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 32 valves. The engine is paired with a Toyota 6-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

The fuel system for the 2007 SC430 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 19.80 gallons.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC430 has 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.

SC430 Base 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 original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $65,455 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $56,945. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

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

Fuel Efficiency

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

Conclusion

The 2006 model began the promise of the Lexus SC430. The 2007 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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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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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.

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In 2003 Lexus released the SC430 Base to the car-buying market. The SC430 came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 4.3-liter eight-cylinder engine, which makes 23 highway miles and 18 city. The SC430 competes in the Convertible market segment, in direct competition with Hyundai.

Lexus SC430 Engine Specs

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 5-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Convertible arena.

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 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 177.80 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 original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $62,225 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $54,135. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

The standard warranty period for the SC430 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 72 months or 70,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the convertible market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2003 SC430 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is exceptional for a convertible car.

We Think...

The 2002 model began the promise of the Lexus SC430. The 2003 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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1994 Lexus SC400 Base Specs

Standard equipment in the SC400 for 1993 and 1994 includes the 4.0 liter engine by Toyota, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the SC400.

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 1994 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 SC400 is 187.80 inches long, 70.10 inches wide, and 53.90 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 103.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

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 1994 (MSRP) was $31,200, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

MPG Ratings

The 1994 SC400 gets 24 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is below average for a coupe car.

In 1993 and 1994 the SC400 Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors. Additional options were available as special orders from the factory.

Parting Shots

There are several reasons why the Lexus SC400 Base sold well in 1994. 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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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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