Not Your Father’s SC400 – The 1999 Lexus SC400 Base
Frequently you will find that buyers of the Lexus SC400 are very excited about their new car. The SC400 has held a place among the top of the SC400 line of car for a long time. It is an important automobile, and the 1999 model is no different in that respect. The Lexus SC400 comes under the heading of coupe models that are fun to drive.
Lexus SC400 Engine Specs
The restyled SC400 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.0-liter 8-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 32 valves. The engine is paired with a Toyota 5-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.
The SC400 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.
Fuel is handled for the SC400 is a SFI 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.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the SC400 Base are 70.50 inches wide by 190.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 54.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 105.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The standard warranty period for the SC400 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $30,905 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,844. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The SC400 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.
The vehicle is available in 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...
The 1999 model year was telling year for the Lexus SC400. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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