View Poll Results: Which should I buy?
2006 GS430
12
50.00%
2006 SC430
9
37.50%
Other (please explain)
3
12.50%
Voters: 24. You may not vote on this poll
Help Me Choose, 2006 GS430 or 2006 SC430
02-12-06, 08:51 PM
#16
I would wait for the GS460 instead of the GS430. However, if you want the SC430, get it now.
The reason I would do this is because the SC430, although it will be redesigned by 2008, is pretty much a two-door two-seater (well, it is...) convertible version of the LS. Because of the low volume of sales, you can definately get a good deal for the SC. You just can't go wrong. As for the GS430, it is rather an outdated engine on a new design. You pair a relatively underpowered engine with all those electronic nannies and you end up with so-so performance compared to other cars out there. I think the GS430 doesn't work well for now. When they do upgrade the engines by next year, it will be better.
Good luck with your decision. You're very privilaged to have these two choices!
The reason I would do this is because the SC430, although it will be redesigned by 2008, is pretty much a two-door two-seater (well, it is...) convertible version of the LS. Because of the low volume of sales, you can definately get a good deal for the SC. You just can't go wrong. As for the GS430, it is rather an outdated engine on a new design. You pair a relatively underpowered engine with all those electronic nannies and you end up with so-so performance compared to other cars out there. I think the GS430 doesn't work well for now. When they do upgrade the engines by next year, it will be better.
Good luck with your decision. You're very privilaged to have these two choices!
02-13-06, 10:35 AM
#17
Originally Posted by LexLaw
SC430 will be redesigned in about 2-3 yrs perhaps but how is it outdated?? 
What exactly dissapointed you in the SC430?
What exactly dissapointed you in the SC430?I will feel sorry for anyone getting an 06 ES GS RX unless you get a hell of a deal one one, since 07 RX ES GS will get the 350 engines as their base engine, large hp torque and mileage improvements
02-13-06, 10:46 AM
#18
Moderator
You could lease a 2006 SC 430, the monthly payments would be a little lower and lower intial down payment and you could purchase a used 2006 GS 430 that way you can have your cake and eat it too. Just a suggestion.
02-13-06, 10:59 AM
#19
Super Moderator
Originally Posted by 4TehNguyen
for some reason i felt just as fast in the LS430 which i test drove too and that thing is much larger.
LS430 curb weight 3955 lb., Coeff.of Drag 0.25 (0.26 for non-UL)
(I think 3990 lb.for UL)
The SC430 is designed to be more like a 2 door convertible LS430, a luxury car, not a sporty car.
02-13-06, 11:14 AM
#20
Lexus Champion
Originally Posted by rominl
i STRONGLY recommend you wait until this fall to make sure the gs460 doesn't come out
Exterior wise, I really like the SC design, even in stock form. It's aged gracefully over the years. In stock form, the GS doesn't blow me away, but the kits that have recently been shown in the GS forum are sweet.
Interior wise, the SC seems more luxurious d/t the extra wood treatment. Plus, the saddle interior looks great. But since the SC is an older model, it's lacking the tech features on the GS. The interior/exterior led lighting, smart access / keyless start, newer ML are features missing on the SC.
Either way, you really can't make a bad choice. Good luck.
02-13-06, 12:19 PM
#21
Originally Posted by INHOCJP
I agree. Although I find the 430 has plenty of power, more HP is always better
Exterior wise, I really like the SC design, even in stock form. It's aged gracefully over the years. In stock form, the GS doesn't blow me away, but the kits that have recently been shown in the GS forum are sweet.
Interior wise, the SC seems more luxurious d/t the extra wood treatment. Plus, the saddle interior looks great. But since the SC is an older model, it's lacking the tech features on the GS. The interior/exterior led lighting, smart access / keyless start, newer ML are features missing on the SC.
Either way, you really can't make a bad choice. Good luck.
Exterior wise, I really like the SC design, even in stock form. It's aged gracefully over the years. In stock form, the GS doesn't blow me away, but the kits that have recently been shown in the GS forum are sweet.
Interior wise, the SC seems more luxurious d/t the extra wood treatment. Plus, the saddle interior looks great. But since the SC is an older model, it's lacking the tech features on the GS. The interior/exterior led lighting, smart access / keyless start, newer ML are features missing on the SC.
Either way, you really can't make a bad choice. Good luck.
but yeah, 460 engine, what else can we say 
Originally Posted by LexArazzo
SC430 curb weight 3840 lb., Coeff.of Drag 0.30.
LS430 curb weight 3955 lb., Coeff.of Drag 0.25 (0.26 for non-UL)
(I think 3990 lb.for UL)
The SC430 is designed to be more like a 2 door convertible LS430, a luxury car, not a sporty car.
LS430 curb weight 3955 lb., Coeff.of Drag 0.25 (0.26 for non-UL)
(I think 3990 lb.for UL)
The SC430 is designed to be more like a 2 door convertible LS430, a luxury car, not a sporty car.
02-13-06, 03:09 PM
#22
Originally Posted by rominl
yup, the sc430 might look small, but that's one super heavy car. it's never meant to be go fast imho
If you don't want to wait, I'd say go for the SC
Enjoy the convertible, since the summer is coming up.
BTW, slightly off topic, since SC is heavy for small car, I can't believe how heavy the SL's are either.
The last gen weighed about the same as a 2 door yukon...which magazine said that
02-13-06, 03:46 PM
#24
Lexus Fanatic
Several posters have pointed out the possibility of waiting for the GS460. Thanks, guys, for bringing that up ...I had forgotten that it was also coming out with the LS460. I agree with that suggestion......in addition to my earlier comments about the LS460. The GS460 would be worth waiting for to at least take a look at and test-drive....and, of course, see how much Lexus wants for it. My guess is that it will be a little less then the LS460.....maybe $5000 or $6000.
...I had forgotten that it was also coming out with the LS460. I agree with that suggestion......in addition to my earlier comments about the LS460. The GS460 would be worth waiting for to at least take a look at and test-drive....and, of course, see how much Lexus wants for it. My guess is that it will be a little less then the LS460.....maybe $5000 or $6000.
02-13-06, 07:01 PM
#26
Pole Position
Please stay with the topic. We're not talking about the SL.
All you guys suggesting the GS460, do you know what the price is going to be?
If you go by that you'd never be able to buy a car. Most cars get better and better in their life cycles. Sometimes you just gotta pull the trigger and live with it.
D-Man, it's a tough choice for you. Personally, I like both cars. Good luck with whatever you decide.
Ed
All you guys suggesting the GS460, do you know what the price is going to be?
I will feel sorry for anyone getting an 06 ES GS RX unless you get a hell of a deal one one, since 07 RX ES GS will get the 350 engines as their base engine, large hp torque and mileage improvements
D-Man, it's a tough choice for you. Personally, I like both cars. Good luck with whatever you decide.
Ed
02-13-06, 08:08 PM
#28
Super Moderator
Originally Posted by Guy Legend
If you can live with 2 doors, I'd go for the SC430.
Btw, when is the model slated for a redesign?
Btw, when is the model slated for a redesign?