A Lexus SC430 owner at last!
08-27-11, 06:59 PM
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A Lexus SC430 owner at last!
First of all, I want to comment on how much this forum has helped me in my first month of ownership of this exquisite care.
I had coveted an sc430 since the larger models in the 1990's. The restyled 2002 - onward models were jaw dropping, and I'd twist my neck every time one went by. It feels like such an accomplishment to finally be sitting in my very own 2002 twilight amethyst SC430!
I bought it at Lexus of Marin, about 80 miles west of where I live. I thought the price was very reasonable. I had encountered the car on autotrader.com and bought it before they had a chance to do the cosmetic fixes. That would have cost me $3,000 to $4,000 more.
I didn't pay much attention to the guidelines about buying a used car. I drove that baby, and it spoke to me, saying "I'm yours."
I have the usual gripes about speaker distortion, outdated Nav DVD, and no bluetooth, but that can all be resolved for about $500. So far, the car seems to run flawlessly except that hesitation on rapid acceleration that other forum members have mentioned.
I have a bunch of new TLAs (Three Letter Acronyms) to learn now. ECT, VRL, MNO, etc (last is a joke).
So, how many other women besides me are posters on this forum?
Dr. T in the California Central Valley
I had coveted an sc430 since the larger models in the 1990's. The restyled 2002 - onward models were jaw dropping, and I'd twist my neck every time one went by. It feels like such an accomplishment to finally be sitting in my very own 2002 twilight amethyst SC430!
I bought it at Lexus of Marin, about 80 miles west of where I live. I thought the price was very reasonable. I had encountered the car on autotrader.com and bought it before they had a chance to do the cosmetic fixes. That would have cost me $3,000 to $4,000 more.
I didn't pay much attention to the guidelines about buying a used car. I drove that baby, and it spoke to me, saying "I'm yours."
I have the usual gripes about speaker distortion, outdated Nav DVD, and no bluetooth, but that can all be resolved for about $500. So far, the car seems to run flawlessly except that hesitation on rapid acceleration that other forum members have mentioned.
I have a bunch of new TLAs (Three Letter Acronyms) to learn now. ECT, VRL, MNO, etc (last is a joke).
So, how many other women besides me are posters on this forum?
Dr. T in the California Central Valley
08-27-11, 07:37 PM
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First of all, I want to comment on how much this forum has helped me in my first month of ownership of this exquisite care.
I had coveted an sc430 since the larger models in the 1990's. The restyled 2002 - onward models were jaw dropping, and I'd twist my neck every time one went by. It feels like such an accomplishment to finally be sitting in my very own 2002 twilight amethyst SC430!
I bought it at Lexus of Marin, about 80 miles west of where I live. I thought the price was very reasonable. I had encountered the car on autotrader.com and bought it before they had a chance to do the cosmetic fixes. That would have cost me $3,000 to $4,000 more.
I didn't pay much attention to the guidelines about buying a used car. I drove that baby, and it spoke to me, saying "I'm yours."
I have the usual gripes about speaker distortion, outdated Nav DVD, and no bluetooth, but that can all be resolved for about $500. So far, the car seems to run flawlessly except that hesitation on rapid acceleration that other forum members have mentioned.
I have a bunch of new TLAs (Three Letter Acronyms) to learn now. ECT, VRL, MNO, etc (last is a joke).
So, how many other women besides me are posters on this forum?
Dr. T in the California Central Valley
I had coveted an sc430 since the larger models in the 1990's. The restyled 2002 - onward models were jaw dropping, and I'd twist my neck every time one went by. It feels like such an accomplishment to finally be sitting in my very own 2002 twilight amethyst SC430!
I bought it at Lexus of Marin, about 80 miles west of where I live. I thought the price was very reasonable. I had encountered the car on autotrader.com and bought it before they had a chance to do the cosmetic fixes. That would have cost me $3,000 to $4,000 more.
I didn't pay much attention to the guidelines about buying a used car. I drove that baby, and it spoke to me, saying "I'm yours."
I have the usual gripes about speaker distortion, outdated Nav DVD, and no bluetooth, but that can all be resolved for about $500. So far, the car seems to run flawlessly except that hesitation on rapid acceleration that other forum members have mentioned.
I have a bunch of new TLAs (Three Letter Acronyms) to learn now. ECT, VRL, MNO, etc (last is a joke).
So, how many other women besides me are posters on this forum?
Dr. T in the California Central Valley
. You gotta get some pics up so we can see the beauty!About the hesitation on the acceleration, you can get a Blitz Throttle Controller (Plug and play) and it eliminates it completely! I have one up for sale here.. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/2ge...ontroller.html
It's under the GS forums, but it fits the SC430.
And again, congrats!
08-27-11, 08:20 PM
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Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your new find. These cars enjoy all the pampering you can give them to keep them looking in top condition. Enjoy and post some pics.
08-27-11, 08:22 PM
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Congrats!
How many miles on the car? Try set the transmission on ECT power. That may help with the lag. I have mine on ECT all the time.
The blitz throttle control or the sprint booster is next if you still feel the lag.
How many miles on the car? Try set the transmission on ECT power. That may help with the lag. I have mine on ECT all the time.
The blitz throttle control or the sprint booster is next if you still feel the lag.
08-29-11, 08:45 AM
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Congrats Dr. T!!! Amethyst is a beautiful and unique color, post picts when you can. About the lag, try to reset the ECU before you spend money on the Blitz. The SC was designed to adapt to the owners driving style so you will want to start with your own settings. These are the steps I used, since they do not wipe your key, seat or radio memory settings. I felt a difference but I still use the ECT Power switch for sudden bursts of speed ;D. Directions thanks to Roofless:
This method works for me without losing any settings:
1. Get in your car and insert key. (It doesn't matter if you close the door or not.)
2. Turn the key to the on (not start) position.
3. Press the gas pedal to the floor.
4. Hold the pedal to the floor for five seconds, then turn the key back to the "off" position (don't remove the key), then release the gas pedal.
5. Wait 2 mins. for a full alignment.
6. Remove key.
7. Done
I am also a fellow female poster.
This method works for me without losing any settings:
1. Get in your car and insert key. (It doesn't matter if you close the door or not.)
2. Turn the key to the on (not start) position.
3. Press the gas pedal to the floor.
4. Hold the pedal to the floor for five seconds, then turn the key back to the "off" position (don't remove the key), then release the gas pedal.
5. Wait 2 mins. for a full alignment.
6. Remove key.
7. Done
I am also a fellow female poster.
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08-31-11, 10:47 AM
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Welcome to the forum.
There are probably around 10 women posters on this forum. AZ Katy is the one you see responding the most.
There are probably around 10 women posters on this forum. AZ Katy is the one you see responding the most.
08-31-11, 02:23 PM
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Congrats Dr. T!!! Amethyst is a beautiful and unique color, post picts when you can. About the lag, try to reset the ECU before you spend money on the Blitz. The SC was designed to adapt to the owners driving style so you will want to start with your own settings. These are the steps I used, since they do not wipe your key, seat or radio memory settings. I felt a difference but I still use the ECT Power switch for sudden bursts of speed ;D. Directions thanks to Roofless:
This method works for me without losing any settings:
1. Get in your car and insert key. (It doesn't matter if you close the door or not.)
2. Turn the key to the on (not start) position.
3. Press the gas pedal to the floor.
4. Hold the pedal to the floor for five seconds, then turn the key back to the "off" position (don't remove the key), then release the gas pedal.
5. Wait 2 mins. for a full alignment.
6. Remove key.
7. Done
I am also a fellow female poster.
This method works for me without losing any settings:
1. Get in your car and insert key. (It doesn't matter if you close the door or not.)
2. Turn the key to the on (not start) position.
3. Press the gas pedal to the floor.
4. Hold the pedal to the floor for five seconds, then turn the key back to the "off" position (don't remove the key), then release the gas pedal.
5. Wait 2 mins. for a full alignment.
6. Remove key.
7. Done
I am also a fellow female poster.
08-31-11, 02:24 PM
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And Dr T, we are happy that you have joined us and good luck on your SC430.
Pull out the check book for upgrades and it will make you like the SC a bit more.
Pull out the check book for upgrades and it will make you like the SC a bit more.
Last edited by mandyfig; 09-07-11 at 02:33 PM.
09-05-11, 11:06 PM
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This many miles on my SC
I've gotten several good suggestions about the hesitation. I'm sure one of them will solve the problem.
Dr T
