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Old 07-26-16, 12:00 AM
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Default First Lexus: 1997 SC300 Black/Black
I've been looking on Craigslist for a nice SC300 to pop up, almost bought a different '97 Black 5spd but it needed major paint body work. Waited longer and I'm glad I did. Found a cleaner one, same model, but with black interior and it was a 5 speed! It was posted up 2 days ago and I had to check it out quick. Bought it today and it was listed for $4500, got it down to $3800. It had timing belt and pump done already and the car is at 175k miles right now so to me it was a pretty good deal. It came with Stance GR+ coilovers and it feels way better than the coilovers I had on a different car. I got a lot of plans for this car and I'm going to definitely take my time. Maintenance, wheels, and maybe NA-T





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Old 07-26-16, 05:18 AM
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You got very lucky there buddy nice find. That is a solid car to build, keep us posted on your progress.
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Nice find my friend. That's a great price!
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You got very lucky there buddy nice find. That is a solid car to build, keep us posted on your progress.
Yeah definitely thank you!
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Nice find my friend. That's a great price!
I could've gone lower but damn I was too excited and forgot to mention the little things that needed fixing. Thanks!
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Quick question: Are these LS BBK on my car?

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Not that good of a pic but maybe
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Not that good of a pic but maybe

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Idk. 1st thing come to my mind were IS 350 brake calipers which I haven't seen anyone do here yet.
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look like factory calipers with drilled and slotted rotors.
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Old 07-27-16, 04:36 AM
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Those are stock brakes lol
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Clean pickup....LS400 brakes wont fit with stock wheels......

Those are stockers with drilled rotors...

FYI...here is the size difference.....pretty noticeable...LS400 top and SC300 bottom

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Originally Posted by 97-SC300
Those are stock brakes lol
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Clean pickup....LS400 brakes wont fit with stock wheels......

Those are stockers with drilled rotors...

FYI...here is the size difference.....pretty noticeable...LS400 top and SC300 bottom

Take it easy on me haha. I guess I'll be getting a set of actual LS400 brakes soon since I see everyone recommending it on the forums.

Also I'll be getting a set of new wheels soon so I'll be updating this thread.

First I need to tackle a couple of (hopefully) small fixes:

- horn doesn't work
- no power to side mirrors
- coolant is low
- clutch engagement is high
- a full detail / polish this weekend

Let me know if you guys have know any fixes to those problems mentioned. It'll be greatly appreciated.
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Look forward to the progress of the build.
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