What was the year of my first Lexus SC400?
Purchased my first Diamond black 1991 SC400 with 80,000 miles on her, pristine condition and the absolute envy of my car enthusiasts circle of family and friends. She was my babe and with only 197,000 miles on her she drowned in an unfortunate torrential down pour that netted 3500 cars along with numerous homes, in my area alone.
What kind of engine does a 1992 SC400 have?
The 4.0-liter V8 engine in the 1992 SC400 has specs suitable for today’s car market. 0-60 in 6.9 seconds. 32-valve engine. 250 horsepower. It’s pretty fast for today and amazingly quick for then. But those numbers don’t tell the whole story. Combined with the four-speed electronic automatic transmission, the engine is just plain unkillable.
What are the hinges on a Lexus SC400?
The bushes and flanges that make up the SC400’s über-hinges are as thick as a brick. They’re triple-welded into a geometric design that can hold the SC’s door at any angle.
Purchased my first Diamond black 1991 SC400 with 80,000 miles on her, pristine condition and the absolute envy of my car enthusiasts circle of family and friends. She was my babe and with only 197,000 miles on her she drowned in an unfortunate torrential down pour that netted 3500 cars along with numerous homes, in my area alone.
The 4.0-liter V8 engine in the 1992 SC400 has specs suitable for today’s car market. 0-60 in 6.9 seconds. 32-valve engine. 250 horsepower. It’s pretty fast for today and amazingly quick for then. But those numbers don’t tell the whole story. Combined with the four-speed electronic automatic transmission, the engine is just plain unkillable.
The bushes and flanges that make up the SC400’s über-hinges are as thick as a brick. They’re triple-welded into a geometric design that can hold the SC’s door at any angle.
What happens to the radio on a Lexus SC400?
The SC400’s electronic luminescent displays for the radio and temp will also wear out, although the simple knobs will control both. And like any other power antenna of 1990s vintage, the one on the Lexus will be sheared off given enough encounters with a garage door.
What kind of brakes does a Lexus SC400 have?
Thanks to vented four-wheel disc brakes and electronic ABS circuitry, the coupe’s 3694-pound mass stops from 70 mph in 185 feet. The pedal feel came up squishy, though, as if the heat generated by the brakes kept them hard-pressed to deal with the SC’s speed.
The SC400’s electronic luminescent displays for the radio and temp will also wear out, although the simple knobs will control both. And like any other power antenna of 1990s vintage, the one on the Lexus will be sheared off given enough encounters with a garage door.
What kind of gas mileage does Lexus SC400 get?
Among coupes in its class, only the 147-mph Mercedes 300CE can better the SC in a top-end blast. In fuel economy, the EPA says the SC and LS both get 18 mpg in the city. Our overall averages of 16 mpg apiece confirm it. HIGHS: Masterful styling, superb quality, refined performance.
What kind of transmission does the Lexus SC300 have?
SC300 buyers could choose between a five-speed manual transmission and a four-speed automatic, but the SC400 was exclusively offered with the latter. Both models were rear-drive only.
Among coupes in its class, only the 147-mph Mercedes 300CE can better the SC in a top-end blast. In fuel economy, the EPA says the SC and LS both get 18 mpg in the city. Our overall averages of 16 mpg apiece confirm it. HIGHS: Masterful styling, superb quality, refined performance.
SC300 buyers could choose between a five-speed manual transmission and a four-speed automatic, but the SC400 was exclusively offered with the latter. Both models were rear-drive only.