2006 Lexus SC 430

Description

At the 1999 Tokyo Motor Show, Lexus unveiled its Sport Coupe concept, a V8-powered folding hard convertible, signaling plans to replace the first-generation SC 300/400. The production model, the SC 430, debuted at the New York Auto Show in April 2000. It featured a 4.3-liter "3UZ-FE" V8 engine with variable valve timing (VVT-i), also used in the UCF30 Lexus LS, paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. With 288 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque, the SC 430 accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds. What truly set it apart was the unique power-folding convertible hardtop, offering drivers the option of open-air motoring or a refined coupe experience at the touch of a button. 

Highlights 

• Offered displaying just 14,508 miles at the time of listing 

• A one-owner example as shown on the CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

• Powered by a 4.3-liter V8 mated to a five-speed automatic transmission  

• Finished in Indigo Ink Pearl with a Camel Leather interior 

• Nine-speaker Mark Levinson sound system   

• Power folding convertible hard top 

• Built-in navigation system 

Features 

• Dual-zone climate control  

• Tilting telescoping steering column, which raises and retracts for easier ingress and egress  

• High-Intensity Discharge (HID) self-leveling headlights with a cleaning system  

• Power adjustable steering column, seats, and side view mirrors with memory  

• Six-disc CD changer  

• Trunk mounted spoiler   

• Four-wheel, power, anti-lock disc brakes   

• Heated seats   

• HomeLink  

• Cassette player with Dolby noise-reduction system  

• Dual exhaust tips   

• Independent suspension  

• Cruise control  

• Dual folding cup holders   

• Fog lights 

Known Imperfections 

• The CARFAX Vehicle History Report has a damage report on August 2012, only stating “accident reported with another motor vehicle.” 

• Minor scratches 

• Minor stone chips 

• Open recall, manufacturer recall number JLJ 

Included 

• Owner’s manual 

• Substantial service records 

Ownership History 

The CARFAX Vehicle History Report shows that this 2006 Lexus SC 430 was initially titled in New York in April 2006, where it resided until it was acquired by the selling dealer in 2018.