ahero4all

The M.S.R.P was well over $50,000.00 on this Lexus with a limited production run of approximately 2,400 being produced in the last three years. ONLY the 1998-2000 SC 400's come equipped with the {VVT-i 1UZ 290 Horsepower 310 lbs torque V/8} ** 0 - 60 mph acceleration 6.3 seconds.} {New five-speed Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i).} The VVTI motor achieves 3pmg better than previous years.This SC 400 has always been garaged and it shows, truly a great find for the SC enthusiast who can appreciate the quality and condition for a vehicle of this age. This SC has three Documented owners, always garaged and is in amazing condition, NO accidents, clean title. Meticulously maintained with records from day one to current {all VIN# stickers on all panels and doors} This SC 400 drives flawlessly, every option works as it did off the showroom floor. NO modifications, Never neglected or abused and all Maintenance is up to date. The Interior is in nearly perfect condition, the steering wheel looks and feels like new, non-smoker with no odors or stains of any kind! West Coast Car so NO rust! The under carriage is super clean This SC has the up-graded factory Nakamichi Stereo with rebuilt factory speakers and new tweeters.. The Factory Stereos were built to work with specific size speakers..Most owners simply replace damaged factory speakers with New Speakers which alters the System..Having the speakers rebuilt took more time energy and effort but the sound is flawless.The the dash lights function brightly and properly. Factory Key-less entry works perfectly, if the door is not fully closed and you walk away hitting the lock button, the car will beep back at you letting you know a door is open..when you open and close the doors the interior lights come on and off. The Factory 12 Disc Changer works and it comes with Lexus Factory Tint, Lexus Trunk Mat, Floor mats, Factory Rear Spoiler, Gold package and XM Radio.The Leather tool kit, First Aid kit and full size Spare tire have never been used. The leather Manual has the original Lexus Pen.. It all looks like New!


There were many upgrades to the SC line from 1992-2000, most significantly the 1998-2000 having the new motors and transmission..

I have included this link http://www.lexusclub.co.uk/SC400hist.htm to understand the upgrades on the 1998-2000 Models.. New engine with continuously Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i).Horsepower at rpm, 290 hp @ 6,000.Torque at rpm, 300 lb-ft @ 4,000.0 - 60 mph acceleration 6.3 seconds.1/4-mile acceleration 14.7 seconds.Top track speed 149 mph.Fuel consumption 19/25 mpg city/highway.Aerodynamic drag coefficient 0.32 (0.31 with optional rear spoiler).New five-speed Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i).Five-speed automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i). Overdrive fifth gear, auto-select shift program, engine/transmission networking, flex-lockup torque converterImproved tires.Genuine wood trim on the center console.Electronic programmable garage-door opener.Gated shifter and wood- and leather-trimmed shift ****.Adoption of in-key multifunction remote.Vehicle theft-deterrent and immobilizer system, with in-key transponder.New exterior colors: Imperial Jade Mica and Baroque Red Metallic so one can fully understand the difference between the model years.

{Please take note} I snapped this picture before the new tires were installed, before the passenger door power switch was replaced and before I registered it in Arizona. There are receipts and documents of oil changes every 3,000 miles and Transmission service every 30,000 miles. This SC comes with a large file with service papers, receipts and the original books/manuals

Listed below are all the recorded services and documentation that come with this Lexus

30 Day Lexus Inspection

5,000 Lexus service Maintenance inspection completed / Oil and filter changed

15,000 Lexus Service Maintenance inspection completed/ transmission Service/ Oil and filter changed

38,000 Fuel System warranty

42,000 Wheel Alignment

46,000 Brake Service

54,000 Accelerator sensor replaced Antifreeze/coolant flushed/changed Brake fluid flushed/Transmission fluid flushed

56,000 Wheel Alignments

60,000 mile Full Lexus Service Maintenance inspection completed

64,000 Drive Belts and serpentine Belts

66,000 Trunk Supports replaces / Transmission flush

86,000 Radio Assembly replaced

88,000 Power Antenna replaced

89,000 Transmission flush

94,000 Alignment

94,241 Water Pump/ Timing Belt / Thermostat/ camshaft seals replaced

120,000 Air Filter

129,000 Electrical system Diagnostic / replaced battery

136,000 replace fog lights/ wiper blades

142,000 Transmission service

150,000 New Struts

154,000 Alternator & Battery

163,000 Trunk Struts,

164,000 changed coolant/ replace air filter

174,000 miles Air Conditioning Service blows ice cold

181,000 Stock Speakers professionally rebuilt with new tweeters, sounds crisp and flawless..
181,000 Spector Premium Radiator / Duralast Thermostat /coolant / fan clutch fluid replaced

181,000 Water Pump / Timing Belt / tensioners replaced

181,000 Valve Cover Gaskets

181,000 NKG Spark Plugs

181,000 Wagner Ceramic Low dust front pads

181,000 Transmission service flush and new filter 182,000 All four upper and lower control arms were replaced with Prothanne bushings, the entire from end professionally rebuilt..The A frame was taken off and new bushings were machined in.. Drives and handles better than new.182,000 Professional alignment to adjust all the front end work..183,100 New Continental extreme grip tires184,121 New Alternator184,121 New Battery 182,300 Drivers seat was reupholstered with real leather and the padding was replaced..although the original leather was in good condition I wanted the seat to look and feel like new.There are not a lot of 98-00 SC's out there and very few have been cared for and maintained to the level of this SC. When my mechanic noticed ONE of the Bushings was beginning to fail, there were several option in how to repair. I could have just repaired the one control arm However, knowing that Prothanne Bushings increase the handling characteristics I chose to rebuild the entire front end.. All four upper and lower control arms were rebuilt to compliment the great handling of this Super Coupe machine, in combination with the Brand New Extreme Grip tires and new front performance brakes this SC truly drives and handles like new..

I encourage you carefully took through the list of recorded Maintenance records that come with this car..It is staggering how well this SC has been care for.. There is some slight cracking in the clear coat on the Bonnet & roof, the 2nd owner for some odd reason had the front bumper repainted due to rocks chips, there is a crack in the rear tail light lens. although the windshield has no cracks it does have some pitting.The Power steering pump wines a bit but is fully functional.. When I registered it in A.Z the incompetent DMV desk person refused to accept it as actual miles due to a signature being in the wrong spot, I did have time to correct before departing to Hawaii. The miles are actual and the car can be taken to a Mileage and Vin specialist to have the correct miles documented..if that even matters..Like I mentioned, there are service records that lead right up from day one to current. All in all for a vehicle of this age with this miles is looks astonishingly well..Not New but so clean on the inside and so meticulously maintained it feels like new on the inside and drives like off the showroom floor, No Disappointments”This is my fourth SC. I am a true enthusiast and built this car for myself with NO intentions of ever selling it..Life Changes are forcing the sale.. It breaks my heart to let it go. I am hoping to find another SC Enthusiast who appreciates this Car and will love and care for this car the way I have.

Please feel free to call me 530-687-2378 Markus







The tolls have never been used and the spare tire has never been removed








all four arms were rebuilt with Prothane Bushings

ahero4all

the current miles are185,030

daSC4

iTrader: (4)

Much respect for taking great care of her! I wish I had the cash to pick it up. Willing to trade for an 04 RX330 with 145,000 on the clock. Just as clean as your SC inside and out. Also, maintained meticulously as well with all service records from Tustin Lexus. I am the second owner.

ahero4all

Aloha daSc4,

Thanks for the positive feedback and I appreciate the offer to trade..I am currently on the Big Island of Hawaii Blue water spear fishing..My boat needs further monetary attention, so hard choices are being made..letting this SC go after all I have done is one of those hard life decisions..I put it up for sale a while back and decided to keep it and did a ton of work.. So often people over use the my loss is you gain statement but I believe it holds true in this case..I have spent around $6K in the last two years..

any chance you can tell me why my post has been flagged?

daSC4

iTrader: (4)

Oh wow didn't realize you were on Hawaii lol. Sorry don't know why your post has been flagged. GLWS!

97-SC300

iTrader: (17)

Wow that car looks pristine. Look at the interior, that's gotta be the cleanest interior of all the SCs. I really hope someone mature and respectful buys it and takes it to a good home.

ahero4all

Aloha 97-SC300..congrats on have one of the finest cars ever made..question, do you feel my asking price it out of line? I know we often think highly of our cars but gee-sh, in the last 10,000 miles I have invested almost my asking price in Maintenance and up-grades..

any idea why my post was flagged...

Aloha from the Big Island

daSC4

iTrader: (4)

The thread says located in Arizona. Might want to change that

ahero4all

My SC400 I am selling on is in Arizona..I am in Hawaii

daSC4

iTrader: (4)

Oh lol my mistake. When are you going to be back in the states?