Data on the 1997 Lexus SC300 Base
The 1997 Lexus SC300 Base was introduced to compete in the coupe market. The Base is a member of a series of one trim levels for the SC300 which include Base. The two-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Lexus. There is strong competition from vehicles from Kia.
Lexus SC300 Engine Specs
The SC300 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 4-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.
The SC300 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 SC300 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.
The listed retail price in 1997 (MSRP) was $29,990, with an invoice cost of $26,050. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel is handled for the SC300 is a MPI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 18.50-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.
The SC300 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty six when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.
We Think...
The 1997 model year was telling year for the Lexus SC300. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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My wife screamed at me when I bough one. lol
Lexuss are my favorite