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Why 92 SC so ugly?

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Old 08-31-11 | 09:11 PM
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http://www.luxurymods.com/lexus_sc_oemparts.aspx
^^ 97+ parts
Old 08-31-11 | 09:23 PM
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probably shouldn't be bashing the 92 on a thread title like that, you have to consider the year it was made and the year it is now, the 92's had a great run, and imo with new wheels, coilovers, maybe a lip on the bumper, can do wonders. but i really like the shine, vertex, wald, and 97+ conversion. let us know what you decide on.
Old 08-31-11 | 09:27 PM
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Plus my 1993 has 97 + side skirts too which did make it look lower and more aggressive.
Old 08-31-11 | 09:43 PM
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Originally Posted by 4urxtc
I disagree with the ugly part.. My car gets looks and compliments all the time and mine is stock bodied 1993 SC300...

Go on craigslist and look for a 97 front end or look in a junkyard, Ebay too. Many places will have it. Searching helps too..

Welcome to CL too.
+1 its a simple design that can hide what true power can really be produced, but just seach google for oem bumpers an youll find a good amount. when I first started planning I thought since I need a new paint job to update to the 97+ but I just love that simple style and, dont hate me for this, but the 97 thing is done so much. but everyone has there own style an even if you love that older style, the 97+ is pretty slick. Hope you enjoy CL.
Old 08-31-11 | 09:44 PM
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Well, I still wouldn't call the 92 Sc ugly stock.

Just get a nice set of wheels and springs/coilovers.

I am definitely not into body kits as well.
Old 08-31-11 | 09:48 PM
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97+ conversion. It'll make it look quite newer and less old.
Old 08-31-11 | 09:53 PM
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Originally Posted by boosting
where can i find a 97+ body in new york?

I bought an ugly car cause i cant afford a supra lol.

2jzno****!!!
I don't get why people choose this car if they say they can't afford a supra. I bet it cost more to make this car perform like a supra than actually saving your money and buying a supra.
Old 08-31-11 | 09:57 PM
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i like the 92 when i got mine i looked for a 92 for the body style..its a very unique body .can tell a sc from a mile away no other car has the good looking lines as tha sc...
i just need to get rid of the ugly rims that are on it and drop it alill... i had to get a body kit because the bumper got damaged in storage ....some one ran into it ... not crazy about body kit , but had replace nose any ways..
wheels and rims and lower it and it makes a huge difference it appearance
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Originally Posted by N00bie909
I don't get why people choose this car if they say they can't afford a supra. I bet it cost more to make this car perform like a supra than actually saving your money and buying a supra.
Or why buy it if you think it is ugly? I mean I love the lines of the car. I think it is very nice.
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Originally Posted by V8drummer
Well, I still wouldn't call the 92 Sc ugly stock.

Just get a nice set of wheels and springs/coilovers.

I am definitely not into body kits as well.
This; makes a huge difference in the overall appearance of the sc.
and a 97+ kit won't look any better with stock wheels, and springs.

However, if you wanna go that route, I believe the user aliga is from ny, and frequently has 97+ cars for parts.
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Originally Posted by N00bie909
I don't get why people choose this car if they say they can't afford a supra. I bet it cost more to make this car perform like a supra than actually saving your money and buying a supra.
SCx00: $3000
jdm 2jzgte: $4000
single turbo: $2000
coilovers: $1200
Total: $10,200

Good luck getting a mk4 tt for that much.
Old 08-31-11 | 10:29 PM
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Originally Posted by BenStoked
SCx00: $3000
jdm 2jzgte: $4000
single turbo: $2000
coilovers: $1200
Total: $10,200

Good luck getting a mk4 tt for that much.
Sc300? For 300? Where? For a clunker!
Swap?4000?plus labor? More like 6000
Tuning 1200
And single turbo for that price ya right. Even then you would still need breaks and a good tranny and all the other stuff.
Old 08-31-11 | 10:33 PM
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Originally Posted by BenStoked
SCx00: $3000
jdm 2jzgte: $4000
single turbo: $2000
coilovers: $1200
Total: $10,200

Good luck getting a mk4 tt for that much.
forgot the six speed -2500-3500 used five grand new
1100 minimum for clutch
drive shaft 300-900
lsd 1000 for new one and wiring 900-1400
thats about ,ruffly 16,000.00
yea so its not cheap way to go.
Old 08-31-11 | 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by lex92sc300
forgot the six speed -2500-3500 used five grand new
1100 minimum for clutch
drive shaft 300-900
lsd 1000 for new one and wiring 900-1400
thats about ,ruffly 16,000.00
yea so its not cheap way to go.
Exactly even some supra owners say the sc guys spend more money than they do on their cars.
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but sure is fun getting there lol


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