New SC300 owner
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From: South Walton County, FL
New SC300 owner
Well I've been hanging out here for the last two months or so.. well I finally finished the deal on my new SC300. It's a 93 Dark Metallic Green with 104k.. got it for $4k. The car needs a little TLC - just what I wanted. The car just had the expensive 100k mile service which is a super plus! 
I'll start off the "restoration" with new leather from leatherseats.com, I called them up and they will be running another group buy this month 
I also want to replace the carpet, anyone know of any aftermarket companies that make quality carpet kits? I also have dibs on a set of polished TT wheels.. that's a great upgrade. I've been reading up on the different suspension options and I think I'm going to go with Eibachs/KYBs.. any comments on this setup? Also looking into the LS4 brakes.. I've got a 38% discount at the dealership - I hope that helps out along the way. I've got 6000K HIDs awaiting the cars arrival & I'll be looking for a 97+ spoiler. Thanks to this community for all the great info - looks like I'm here for good! 
Thanks!
Chris
I'll start off the "restoration" with new leather from leatherseats.com, I called them up and they will be running another group buy this month I also want to replace the carpet, anyone know of any aftermarket companies that make quality carpet kits? I also have dibs on a set of polished TT wheels.. that's a great upgrade. I've been reading up on the different suspension options and I think I'm going to go with Eibachs/KYBs.. any comments on this setup? Also looking into the LS4 brakes.. I've got a 38% discount at the dealership - I hope that helps out along the way. I've got 6000K HIDs awaiting the cars arrival & I'll be looking for a 97+ spoiler. Thanks to this community for all the great info - looks like I'm here for good! Thanks!Chris
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Originally Posted by got_trd
Thats a pretty good mod list to start out with. Good luck with the build up. Any plans on boost?
Very nice list of mods to get you started. If you can afford going a little bit further with the brakes, get the TT's. They look gorgeous behind TT wheels
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Originally Posted by BrownDuckz
Also looking into the LS4 brakes..
Originally Posted by mteele
Very nice list of mods to get you started. If you can afford going a little bit further with the brakes, get the TT's. They look gorgeous behind TT wheels
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Originally Posted by got_trd
Read the whole thread before you post Matt.....
J/K I'm getting over anxious.. I'm thinking about just running stock Supra size rubber.. 235/255 - should that be okay? I don't want to spend a whole lot on tires that won't get used by 225hp 
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I think I'm going to stick with 235/255 for budget.. I've been searching & I found that the sc400 suspension [eibach/tokicos] will work on a sc300 but is the drop the same?
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glad to see you finally got an SC. 
about tires... i have 275s on the back, and i love them i just like the look from behind!! car handles great. i also have no complaints about my suspension set up...(see sig). rides smooth, and handles well. i just need to get an alighnment bad! the best part is that they only cost me $75
about tires... i have 275s on the back, and i love them i just like the look from behind!! car handles great. i also have no complaints about my suspension set up...(see sig). rides smooth, and handles well. i just need to get an alighnment bad! the best part is that they only cost me $75
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Originally Posted by ki_soarer
glad to see you finally got an SC. about tires... i have 275s on the back, and i love them i just like the look from behind!! car handles great. i also have no complaints about my suspension set up...(see sig). rides smooth, and handles well. i just need to get an alighnment bad! the best part is that they only cost me $75
about tires... i have 275s on the back, and i love them i just like the look from behind!! car handles great. i also have no complaints about my suspension set up...(see sig). rides smooth, and handles well. i just need to get an alighnment bad! the best part is that they only cost me $75 
Originally Posted by BrownDuckz
I've got a 38% discount at the dealership - I hope that helps out along the way.
Chris
Chris
Do tell more!! Is this at Lexus?? Does this include your good friends at Clublexus
Peace,
Jonny