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I would get the GS400 over the SC430. And the 400 is a better motor then the 430. (my 2 cents)

 

^Yeah I understand that and that was the only reason I was leaning towards the GS4... But the SC is just on another level when it comes to class, especially with that hard top convertible.

 

True. but the SC430 is a small car. 2 seats, back seat (yeah right) and tiny trunk. Its not a typical daily car but can be if you're willing to put up with NO SPACE for a Convertible.

 

Mileage is quite high.... but I guess it seems fair for the price.. Just drive the car and see if it drives properly.. Lexus are known for there wobble and shakes so take it atleast up to 140 otherwise itll be a big headache trying to figure what its coming from + suspension parts arent cheap!.. and I would check if the engine is burning oil. When was the timing belt last done? as well as oil change for transmission and differential also brake fluid...

Goodluck

 

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i would thing very hard with that kind of miles. like bimmer said timing belt, water pump, tires, shocks, trans, engine. all these things cost money to replace. think very hard before you pull the trigger.

 

I hear this every now and then but no one ever explains why?

 

$8000 is the going rate for a bashed up SC. If its clean for $8K I would think about it.

 

I have one with 193k. In addition to timing belt, tires etc, ive had to replace motor mounts and tranny mount. And bushings and rotors, and a valve job.

If yours doesnt need any of that, bet you could go another 50-100k. And if its a great car and you don't mind putting another couple grand into it while owning it...go for it. You could do way worse

 

What I understand is the GS400 has a older 1UZ-FE motor vs the 3UZ-FE on the SC430. The 3UZ-FE was on also use on the newer GS430 & LS430.

Both are form the UZ series, just that 3UZ-FE happen to be newer & bigger

 

If it had service records and the work was done, I'd go for it. 200k miles is a whole different on a car that was maintained and one thats not. If it was a one owner that seals the deal-either it was taken care of or not. Also you can take it to a lexus dealer and get a decent check for about $200. That was the move when I bought my 6 year old (at the time) SC. No regrets here.

 

You've never rode in or driven an SC430 before have you? People who bought an SC430 did it for the driving with the top down and the sport button on. Try it and you'll understand. You'll make all the other stuff work.

I daily mine without any problems. Wouldn't trade the top down/sport mode/solid feel for anything.

 

Thanks guys for all your inputs, seriously.

I have just checked out the GS400 but the exterior was in pretty horrible condition(bunch of little scratches and rock chips and liner in between doors and roof not lining up). Then when I floored the pedal, there was literally a 2 second lag before the car reacted. And also the car was vibrating a lot when it was in idle. I don't know if these things are normal but I'm thinking of passing on this car.

I am going to see the SC430 tomorrow in person, hopefully the car is in great shape(more concerned mechanically especially because of the mileage). If it is, I will post up some pics and join you fellow SC430 peeps!

 

And I don't mind a small trunk and no space for a convertible with the Lexus logo on it.

 

That is a good price for an SC430 regardless of the miles..At this point it all depends on the condition of the car and what it needs.

SC430 is a solid car with some class