2003 Lexus SC 430
Recent Arrival! Odometer is 3134 miles below market average! Pre-delivery services completed: Changed oil/filter, flushed brake fluid, serviced cooling system, replaced battery, replaced 4 TPMS sensors, replaced spark plugs, replaced valve cover gaskets, replaced antenna & washed/detailed vehicle.
Hereâs a refined overview of the **2003 Lexusâ¯SCâ¯430**â"a luxurious hardtop convertible from the early 2000s:
## ð"§ Powertrain & Performance
* **Engine**: 4.3â¯L V8 (3UZâ'FE) delivering **300â¯hp @â¯5,600â¯rpm** and **325â¯lbâ'ft @â¯3,400â¯rpm**, with 5-speed automatic RWD.
* **Acceleration**: 0â"60â¯mph in about **5.9â"6.2â¯s** .
* **Suspension**: Four-wheel independent double-wishbone setup for balanced ride comfort and handling.
## â½ Fuel Efficiency & Range
* **EPA MPG**: 16â¯city /â¯22â¯hwy /â¯18â¯combined, with a ~19.8â¯gal fuel tank for 317â"436â¯mile range.
## ð Comfort, Features & Cargo
* Luxurious premium cabin: allâ'leather seating, burl walnut or maple wood trim, heated front seats, premium **Mark Levinson 9â'speaker audio** .
* Retractable hardtop converts in ~25 seconds; retaining trunk capacity (~8.8â¯cuâ¯ft), though rear seats and top-down storage are quite limited.
* Designed as a refined cruiser with ergonomic and intuitive interior controls .
## ð'
* **Engaging V8 power** and strong acceleration; refined shift and drivetrain .
* **High-quality craftsmanship** inside and outâ"leather, wood, build quality receive praise.
* Retractable hardtop adds practicality and aesthetic appeal; cruising comfort is a strong point.
* Limited cargo when the roof is down; only 8.8â¯cuâ¯ft total trunk space.
* Firm ride due to run-flat tires and suspension; steering and handling are competent but not sporty.
* Some consider the transmission and throttle tuning overly soft for a V8 cruiser.
## ð§ Owner & Enthusiast Insights
* Kelley Blue Book rates its comfort, quality, and reliability exceptionally at **4.6â"4.8/5** .
* One enthusiastic owner says:
> âThing still drives like a dream⦠reasonably quick⦠super comfortable and the interior is stunningâ.
* Balanced perspectives from Reddit:
> âAbsolutely bulletproof engine⦠gorgeous interiors⦠better in every way except handling.â
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Final Verdict
The **2003 Lexus SC 430** is best described as a luxurious, comfortable, and well-built grand-touring convertible with a smooth V8 and premium interior. Its biggest appeal is comfort and V8 refinement paired with a practical (for a convertible) hardtop. However, it's not a performance powerhouseâ"handling is stable but not sporty, and space is limited. For buyers eyeing its comfort, stylish presence, and V8 charm, it delivers. Just be prepared for softer ride and limited trunk space
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Pre-Owned 2003 LexusSC 430 Base
- Exterior Color
- Indigo Ink Pearl
- Interior Color
- Saddle Tan
- Mileage
- 97,367 miles
- Body/Seating
- Convertible/4 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 18/23 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 5-Speed Automatic Electronic with Overdrive and EC
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel Drive
- Engine
- V-8 cyl
- VIN
- JTHFN48Y130037932
- Stock Number
- RM2284
Highlighted Features
- Navigation system
- Leather upholstery
- Automatic temperature control
- Power convertible roof
- Front dual zone A/C
- Headlight cleaning
- Speed sensitive wipers
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- High intensity discharge headlights
- Memory seat
- Heated front seats
- Remote keyless entry
Included Packages & Accessories
- Navigation System
- Convertible HardTop
- 9 Speakers
- AM/FM Premium Stereo w/Cassette/6 Disc CD
- AM/FM radio
- Cassette
- CD player
- Radio data system
- Air Conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Front dual zone A/C
- Rear window defroster
- Memory seat
- Power driver seat
- Power steering
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel memory
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Speed-sensing steering
- Traction control
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- ABS brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Front anti-roll bar
- Integrated roll-over protection
- Low tire pressure warning
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Brake assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- Delay-off headlights
- Front fog lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Headlight cleaning
- High-Intensity Discharge Headlights
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Speed control
- Auto-dimming door mirrors
- Bumpers: body-color
- Convertible roof wind blocker
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Auto tilt-away steering wheel
- Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror
- Compass
- Convertible roof lining
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front reading lights
- Garage door transmitter: Homelink
- Genuine wood console insert
- Genuine wood dashboard insert
- Genuine wood door panel insert
- Illuminated entry
- Leather steering wheel
- Outside temperature display
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power convertible roof
- Tachometer
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trip computer
- Voltmeter
- Front Bucket Seats
- Heated Front Bucket Seats
- Heated front seats
- Leather Seat Trim
- Power passenger seat
- Front Center Armrest w/Storage
- Passenger door bin
- 18" x 8" Polished Alloy Wheels
- Alloy wheels
- Glass rear window
- Speed-Sensitive Wipers
- Variably intermittent wipers
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Auto tilt-away steering wheel
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Garage door transmitter: Homelink
- Illuminated entry
- Memory seat
- Navigation system
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Steering wheel memory
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 245/40ZR18.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 245/40ZR18.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Tires: performance
- Wheel size: 18"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 1
- AM/FM radio
- CD player
- Cassette
- Diversity antenna
- Radio data system
- Speaker type: Mark Levinson
- Speakers: 9
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Front center armrest: w/storage
- Front seats: bucket
- Genuine wood console insert
- Genuine wood dashboard insert
- Genuine wood door panel insert
- Heated front seats
- Leather steering wheel
- Leather upholstery
- Max seating capacity: 4
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power 2-way passenger lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Power passenger seat
- Rear seats: bench
- Cylinder configuration: V-8
- Drive type: rear-wheel
- Engine liters: 4.3
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 18mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 23mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 19.8gal.
- Horsepower: 300hp @ 5,600RPM
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 32
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded
- Sequential multi-point fuel injection
- Torque: 325 lb.-ft. @ 3,400RPM
- Transmission: 5 speed automatic
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Auto-dimming door mirrors
- Bumpers: body-color
- Convertible hard top
- Convertible roof lining
- Convertible roof wind blocker
- Door mirrors: chrome
- Glass rear window
- Heated door mirrors
- Power convertible roof
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: trunk
- Tailpipe finisher: polished
- Compression ratio: 10.50 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,742kg (3,840lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 90.9mm x 82.5mm (3.58" x 3.25")
- Engine displacement: 4.3 L
- Engine horsepower: 300hp @ 5,600RPM
- Engine torque: 325 lb.-ft. @ 3,400RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,829mm (72.0")
- Exterior height: 1,349mm (53.1")
- Exterior length: 4,516mm (177.8")
- Front headroom: 945mm (37.2")
- Front hiproom: 1,415mm (55.7")
- Front legroom: 1,107mm (43.6")
- Front shoulder room: 1,367mm (53.8")
- GVWR: 2,055kg (4,530lbs)
- Passenger volume: 2,124L (75.0 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 861mm (33.9")
- Rear hiproom: 1,257mm (49.5")
- Rear legroom: 688mm (27.1")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,184mm (46.6")
- Turning radius: 5.4m (17.7')
- Wheelbase: 2,619mm (103.1")
- Compass
- Delay-off headlights
- Display: analog
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Headlight cleaning
- High intensity discharge headlights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Speed sensitive wipers
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- Voltmeter
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Integrated roll-over protection
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 4.0
Style, luxury and performance on a budget
By Chacha on Wednesday, April 08, 2020
Do you want a strong, smooth engine that will run forever, great curves, leather and real wood as far as the eye can see, a folding hard top, and a car that just flows around corners? Look no further. Reliability, pinache, and all this can now be had for less than the sales tax on today's so-called luxury grand tourers. Carbon fiber just doesn't have the charm of burled walnut. Not to mention the trick concealed panels or details like a cupholder that unfolds like origami at the push of a button. Even the ancient built in nav still works well. The Mark Levinson audio system is not a strong suit measured against the best new sound systems, but still charms. 18 years after it first arrived on our shores it still gets smiles. Top Gear got it wrong on this one. Good examples go quickly What was a lot of money when new - well over $ 60,000 2002 dollars- can be bought inexpensively now as a great older car that really provides value. Knocks? Steering feel is not as good as it might be . Trunk space is limited. The back seats are for small children, very short adults, or best used for additional storage. Mileage is decent for an 8 cylinder. - 5.0
Life is good, this is the dessert
By kevin3344 on Sunday, April 16, 2017
If youre like me youve admired this cars looks for a long time before you thought about purchasing it. Nothing can prepare you for the smoothness, power and attention you get while driving it. Forget what KBB says the value is, there will never be another car like this one. I feel like a celebrity every time I drive it. I go into the garage just to look at it. The design is timeless, and to think they stopped making this car in 2010. The perfect weekend or night out on the town vehicle. If youre thinking about buying this car, dont worry - it delivers. - 5.0
Excellent
By dee on Friday, April 16, 2021
My 2006 SC430 red convertible is an excellent vehicle, fun to drive and mechanically sound after all these years. Love it and think it one of the most beautiful sports cars I've ever seen/owned. I would buy it again! Highly recommend it to anyone who wants a fun, luxurious, classy convertible that's not a money pit!
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