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Does anyone here have a 200k+ SC 400? If so, how is it holding up after all those miles? I was driving and I saw a SC in a parking lot for sale, and it turned out to have 207k miles, the guy may sell it super cheap so i am thinking about picking it up just to use as a commuter car. Also, the leather was kinda worn in the front seats, is there a kit availabe to replace the SC leather? thanks, oh and it has been lexus maintained.

SupraCoup3

buy it -- the 1UZ is just as overbuilt as the 2JZ -- If it has had all the dealer maintenance and religious oil changes, you should be good... and if not? Well then It's time for a 2JZ-GTE engine swap and the 6sp transmission (well maybe not, 'cause putting the clutch box in I've heard is a PITA), but even so, you should be alright if it was dealer serviced and had everything done 2 it on time.

how much is super cheap by the way? It's kinda relative? Trading it for a 5lb bag of uncle ben's rice?


Cherio!


PS -- Take it for a spin -- is it making an ticking noises or unusual sounds? A test drive always will help. Watch for all the typical problems too. Torque converter etc. etc.

ChrisSC300

I'm not sure about the 400. But my car has about 190k on it. Runs like a dream.... i couldent be happier. Get it, no doubt.

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i drove it and it felt pretty good, all the needles were bright, it drove good like my 94 and was peppy. i think that i will be able to pick it up for around 3900. guy is a loaded lawyer with a new infiniti and it has been in his storage shed for 6 mos, he was gonna keep it cause he bought it new and it never had a problem for him, but then he decided just to let it go, ill probably be buying it.!!

SupraCoup3

Buy that one, sell your 1994 SC400, and then buy a 1992/3 5sp SC300. Turn your new SC300 into a turbo beast, and keep your 200,000 mile SC400 as your daily driver.

stoked

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my bro in laws dad is the top man at Cinncinatti Performance Lexus, bad thing is that i live kinda far away, he has a 92 SC 300 5 speed in amazing condition because everything, everything gets done there, im not really into tuning cars, only small things like rims/tint/all factory options im that kind of guy. the 94 is a really nice car though, i think ill just buy the 92 SW4 just to have to rack up the miles! thanks for the input, how much would you guys pay for such a car?

SupraCoup3

3.9K sounds like a real good deal 2 me. I wouldn't really push it any further if I were you -- maybe down to 3.5 or so.

maajr

I have a 92 300 that people think is new. It has 163,000 miles on it. Never had a major problem. Just had to replace things here and there. (Starter...belts)

Watch out for:
*Half my dash lights are out, which you will see alot of on this forum. It's not a priority because I can still read everything. Plus very expensive.
*I just ordered some KYB struts. They are starting to go. I'll save big money by not having the dealer install them. They said it would take three hours a strut at $100/hr.
*My heated seats are also out. Its a bummer living in my climate, but something I can live without. You can't fix them, according to the dealer. they say you have to replace the seat.

I also say go for it. I'm almost finished paying it off. I hope and plan it will last forever. Good luck, M

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thanks for all the input guys, yes the struts were just replaced, and im yet to check for bulbs thanks for bringing that up i might have forgotten, believe me this is gonna have a thorough checking at lexus before i buy! thanks alot!