1995 Lexus SC400
It has a 250 hp (260 ftlbs of torque) fuel-injected 4.0L V8 engine, 4 speed auto trans, A/C, keyless entry/alarm, power everything, and 18" Lexus SC430 alloy rims.
The car is 100% stock with the exception of the wheels.
Read the specs for early model SC400s.
This is how you flush the power steering system in the SC400.
Want to put a new factory antenna mast on your SC400?
Things to watch for when purchasing SC400s:
- Power steering pump whine - means the pump needs replacement. Will ruin the alternator if it leaks.
- Cracks in plastic and leather on door panels and dash - common problem with the interiors.
- Errors in the CD changer - it won't load CDs or the CDs skip on small bumps.
- Dark transmission fluid. Engines in these cars are fantastic. Trans, if fluid isn't changed regularly, is not!
- Flickering analog dash displays, burnt out climate control backlighting are also common.
- Moisture in the headlamps. This can be fixed, but it's very time consuming.
- Timing belt - check if it's been done!
- Tuneups - done every 60K miles. Including 2 coils, caps, rotors, 10 wires and 8 plugs, it's a $500+ job!
- Coolant reservoir has a tendency to develop leaks.
- A/C units don't blow cold anymore.
- Power antenna broken or bent (can replace the mast reasonably).