HeavenlyBang:


Sweet! Always been a fan of the SC430. It's the predecessor of the current LC500.

LordTerix:


This is interesting... for a car that appears super complex, I never imagined it could be easy to maintain in like manner.

Thanks again.

LordTerix:


These cars are solid, ride like a dream and importantly, are super reliable.

My only quarrel with the SC is its size. I'm a family man and importantly, I appreciate space.


Lots of it.

Lexusgs430:



The LX430 is like a canoe on wheels, you have enough space to stretch those long legs............

searchng4love:

Copying the Mercedes Benz S Klasse.

LordTerix:


Same engine and undoubtedly, an awesome car, the SC.

Is this for sale?

Fentanyl:



this one, no

I'm a big fan of SC430s, perhaps someday soon when pepper rest it will be added to the garage

LordTerix:
I have a special interest in cars - especially those that have a history and personality that often precede them.

Expectedly thus, the Landcruiser, the W124 chassis and the LS are naturally my all time favorites.

I've always had a W124 around me and recently, I've been thinking a lot about the LS - the 430 to be precise (the Landcruiser will be looked at in the nearest future) �

Now, my challenge is this:

1. Without a shadow of doubt, the LS is the very best sedan mankind has ever made... and the 430 represents its apex. Why then is the car super scarce on Nigerian roads?

2. Being rare, I've not had the privilege of discussing with actual owners here in Nigeria. If you own this gem (or had it in the past), I'll love to hear your experience.

3. I'm also in the market for one, subject to the outcome of my research. If you're a car dealer and have got a clean 2004-2006 (non Ultra Luxury trim), I'll love to take a look.

Let's discuss luxury, comfort and power in its purest form �

Fentanyl:



this one, no

I'm a big fan of SC430s, perhaps someday soon when pepper rest it will be added to the garage

sultaan:
Those cars are good, but not exciting.
Most SC430 were purchased but retirees north of the speed limit in age(65ish), or stuck up housewife/ side chick

Despite the V8 they were not very exciting to drive a policeman has to be having a really bad day to give you a speeding ticket in a SC430,
The new L500 was slowest in the world's greatest dragraxe

sultaan:
Those cars are good, but not exciting.
Most SC430 were purchased but retirees north of the speed limit in age(65ish), or stuck up housewife/ side chick

Despite the V8 they were not very exciting to drive a policeman has to be having a really bad day to give you a speeding ticket in a SC430,
The new L500 was slowest in the world's greatest dragraxe

Lexusgs430:



Lexus GS430
Lexus LX430
Lexus SC430


Big brother, small brother and aristo brother.......

princeogbeide1:


It will shock you that some IS 2003 carries 4.3l engine

HeavenlyBang:


Ah, no be you wey dey say Avalon and GS na same car?

No IS carries the 3UZ. That car just had an engine swap.

princeogbeide1:


Lol bro. Those guys didn't talk to me well so I just decided to argue blindly with them so they will have sense.
Yes.. IS carries 3UZ but lexus built some powerful IS 430 2003. It was an IS project with the 4.3l... IS 200 is the only Lexus with 4cylinder engine after Toyota Altezza was renamed to Lexus IS in 1999. Respect Bro!!

HeavenlyBang:


Just one unit was built.
It wasn't even built by Toyota or Lexus, though Toyota did commission it. It was built by Rod Millen.
It was a concept car.

So, essentially just an engine swap like I said.

sultaan:
Those cars are good, but not exciting.
Most SC430 were purchased but retirees north of the speed limit in age(65ish), or stuck up housewife/ side chick

Despite the V8 they were not very exciting to drive a policeman has to be having a really bad day to give you a speeding ticket in a SC430,
The new L500 was slowest in the world's greatest dragraxe

Covidhunger20:
This 430 series never got built for joy racers, their engines are unbelievably too quiet.

They are meant to munch miles in luxury and class.

Covidhunger20:
This 430 series never got built for joy racers, their engines are unbelievably too quiet.

They are meant to munch miles in luxury and class.

sultaan:


You are basically describing the prayer of someone about to die.

V8 is to haul heavy load or speed

If you buying a V8 for reliability in a Sprort Coupe;/Slow Coupe

By the way what does the SC mean before I go further.

Please because it is Toyota, do not think a failed model was meant for something else.

chiefbuchiV12:
Nigerians want 0.5 litre 2plug fuel economy with V12 bi-turbo performance.....
Op buy your LS and enjoy it jho. Money for fuel go show

sultaan:


You are basically describing the prayer of someone about to die.

V8 is to haul heavy load or speed

If you buying a V8 for reliability in a Sprort Coupe;/Slow Coupe

By the way what does the SC mean before I go further.

Please because it is Toyota, do not think a failed model was meant for something else.

LordTerix:


While I personally hate the SC (I'm not a coupe or convertible man), you're missing the very core and essence of a v8 to wit versatility and effortless power delivery.

While the LS and SC may have failed in the adrenaline inducing moments quad turbo v8s induce, they were super excellent in this regard and owners who knew these cars first hand never complained.

It is also worth noting that only a v8 could have ensured the bolded above: not a turbo charged 4 cylinder or a tuned v6