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2003 Lexus SC 430 User Reviews

2003 Lexus SC 430 Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 4 reviews

  • Performance:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5
  • Appearance:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5
  • Build Quality:5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars 5 / 5
  • Overall:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5

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PROS
"ride" 3 reviews
"power" 2 reviews
CONS
"heavy car" 2 reviews
"tires" 2 reviews

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Stunning_SC430 writes:
2003 Lexus SC 430 Base Review
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Handles great and is absolutely stunning.

Cons

The back seats are not big enough for anyone other than small children to sit for an extended length of time.

Stunning_SC430
95

The Best Of Both Worlds It Is A Classy, Quite Convertible, With Four Seats. — I currently own a silver SC430 it is stunning. It has gorgeous lines and is just a striking car. The convertible hard top is definately the way to go. This car is quiet on the highway, even though it is a convertible. Its' sleak lines will catch your eye and everyone else's, too. It does take premium gas and I get about 25 to 28 miles to the gallon in the city. The V8 is great when you need to get up and go but, it handles quite well just driving around town. The interior is refined, the wood grain gives it a very polished look and feel. No problems with the car, just routine check ups. It is a dream car with the top down or up.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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clbroyles writes:
2003 Lexus SC 430 Base Review
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A quiet nice driving convertible

Cons

Eats up tires quicker than the manufacturers ratings

clbroyles
35

Nice Ride - Eat's Tires — I'll probably own this car the rest of my life. In the summer time with the top down - I usually get a couple of comments each week from strangers. It's fun to drive in luxury and still have the sporty look and feel.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Alex writes:
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just to have fun

Cons

bad performance for sports car

35

Nice Car — Acceleration is good but bad for the sports car: 0-60 in 6.1 seconds. braking and handling is okay. Good think about this car is that it is convertible, and has quite sexy and nice apearance. Build quality is just great...

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Alex writes:
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Great performance. Enough room for two with all the gear. Rear seat is great storage for luggage when top is down.

Cons

Nagging little screws behind the bucket seats. Uneven wear of front tires (can be addressed by dismounting and remounting the front tires every 2 rotations). Small trunk but it is expected. Aerodinamics are great even at speed with top down your hair stays in place.

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Excellent Price/value — Lexus know how to put together a hard top convertible. Too bad for scouts and cycling.

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Cost $19,474 Average Instant Market Value $25,045 Average Instant Market Value $14,964 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 22 20 23
Horsepower 300 302 290
Crash Test Rating 8 8 8
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 8.8 10.1 20.2
Front Leg Room (inches) 43.6 42.9 44.0

Reviews From Other Years

2007 Lexus SC 430 Reviews

My Sc430 Is A Dream! By Phil051

As I noted in my pros, this car is a real dream. We bought it used from a Lexus dealer and have enjoyed it in every respect. The lines are gorgeous and the interior is simply stunning. The ride is ... Read More

Mark Levinson Rocks! By Robert

I love my father's car. It's definately a mix between a Sunday cruiser and a V8 roadster. This has the 4.3 litre Lexus V8 and comes standard with Navigation and the legendary Mark Levinson Sound Syste... Read More

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2006 Lexus SC 430 Reviews

Worth The Price By eliotd

This has to be one of the best cars ever!!! How many cars get attention everywhere you go and how many are almost 7 years old. Absolutely a fun car to drive, well built, solid and only option availa... Read More

2006 Lexus Sc 430 By rwebb

If you want a world class sports car that rides like a large luxury car this is the one for you. The interior is spacious for two people and very well appointed. The leather and burled wood accents ... Read More

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2005 Lexus SC 430 Reviews

Love The Red Leather On Black Car Beautiful! By Emely

Smooth V8 love it! is the limited Peble Beach Edition! Also lot of looks from others is a real beauty... Handles really tide on the highway, very cool in the summer, quick close if it rains... Also... Read More

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2004 Lexus SC 430 Reviews

A Keeper By cth

Not the best looking ride, but handling, performance for a Lexus & comfortable ride enjoyable! Slight wind noise from front windows can be aggravating. Switched out rims & tire pressure monitor now in... Read More

Love It! By Kim

I love my 2004 Lexus SC430. I drive this car with the top open all year around. I enjoy the feeling of total freedom when the air touches me while I am driving. Even on the highway, with my windo... Read More

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2002 Lexus SC 430 Reviews

Smart Cute Power Lexus By Ladsasiphon

Good to own. Own for 7 years with no major repair. 4.3L Engine: Powerful but quiet. Topless by 28 Sec, fastest at that year. Silver colour of Lexus. 2+2 seaters sound like 2 pp + 1 golf bag. Lexus is ... Read More

I Adore The Car. By myprimarypurpose

This car handles like a dream, and it's the smoothest ride I have ever had. I have a beautiful 2004 545I Bmw with a beautiful ride, but not quite like this. Add the power to it, plus the hard top conv... Read More

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