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Old Jan 26, 2025 | 06:17 AM
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I have both an LS430 and SC430. Comparing the noise level, the SC430 is louder for sure. A lot of the noise seems to come from the air ducts of the HVAC system. Does most everyone else have a similar experience?

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Old Jan 27, 2025 | 08:17 AM
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Originally Posted by LS430SC430
I have both an LS430 and SC430. Comparing the noise level, the SC430 is louder for sure. A lot of the noise seems to come from the air ducts of the HVAC system. Does most everyone else have a similar experience?

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I too have an LS430 and A SC430. My Sc is noisier because of the fact its a convertible. The openings do seal, but their shape creates wind noise. I used to think both cars were really quiet, ...till I got my hearing aids. If you have hearing aids, try removing them for a nice quiet car....LOL
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Old Jan 27, 2025 | 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by LS430SC430
I have both an LS430 and SC430. Comparing the noise level, the SC430 is louder for sure. A lot of the noise seems to come from the air ducts of the HVAC system. Does most everyone else have a similar experience?

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I don't have LS to compare but my SC is quiet as I expected.
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Old Jan 28, 2025 | 09:36 AM
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Thanks for the replies. That is helpful. My SC430 isn't quiet but I would certianly not characterize it as loud. It's a 2010 and there isn't any signs of sun damage on it, do I feel pretty good about the seals. I think my LS430 just turned me into a cabiln noise snob.
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you have a 2010 SC430 ? You own a unicorn .....
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