The Supra-Based Lexus SC300 and SC400 are Finally the Appreciating Collectibles They Deserve To Be
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- Опубліковано 8 кві 2021
- The Lexus SC was groundbreaking in a way that's almost impossible to recognize now - it carved out it's own niche of grand tourer/personal luxury coupe at the price point it was offered, and the styling - which looks pretty commonplace now - was downright radical when the car came out in 1992 - so much so that Toyota had to design new processes to make the body panels and other parts on the car. It spawned so many imitators it's now hard to recognize it as the original.
Toyota was riding high on the success of the LS sedan, launched 2 years earlier, and wanted to add a luxury coupe to the Lexus lineup. Rather than cutting doors off the sedan as was common practice at the time, they gave their designers a blank sheet of paper to work with - a large part of what makes this car rare and special today. It got the power from the LS, but most everything underneath was new, and would go on tao make the underpinnings of the now highly collectible Mark 4 Supra.
It's nice to see these cars finally coming in to their own, and picking up steam in the collector market - they languished for a long time, and were an absolute bargain in the car world - that is quickly changing, and rightfully so.
Full review and test drive of a 1993 Lexus SC400 br Bill of Curious Cars. Vehicle for sale at Autohaus of Naples, on the web at www.AutohausNaples.com, or by phone at (239) 263-8500. - Авто та транспорт
90s to early 00s Lexus were just so well done
They really were - almost to the point of being annoying.
Imagine this with pop up headlights.
Yes they are. I have an ES330 I know boring, but it’s flawless and I just crossed 253,000 miles. Everyting is working still and it’s basically mint inside and out. It’s my baby and it’s never let me down. I’m the second owner. I also just bought a project 2002 GS430 for $1000, it’s a project car needs a lot. But damn it drives nice still and that V8 sounds delicious
@@paulie-Gualtieri. nah the dr as g coefficient was too good for those.
Ok question should I get a lexus ls400 or ls430? I know they are quite different.
An early Lexus model, errant goats, weather report for a state 2k miles away, long - dramatic sighs......
Bill is exactly what i need this Friday. And, I just made an old fashioned (Coronavirus Whisky)
Nice
I’m convinced the dramatic sighs are what make these videos so good
That’s the recipe for a chipper Friday for sure!
Bill could still upload without car content, we love listening to you putting the world to rights.
You're very kind, Paulie. Hope all is well.
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Doing good here Bill can't complain but I still do haha.
I hate this car. I only tuned in for Bill. His earliest videos are so professional. Booooring!
@Done told ya Jones Oh yeah. He really hit his stride. Thing is, he is very un PC, but not hateful, at least not to humans. A lot of personality. I think that went out with the Town Car.
When I was 15, my best friend’s mother bought on of these for herself, (she was a tech entrepreneur) in bright red. It was always in the garage and we weren’t allowed to breathe near it. At the time it was the coolest thing I had ever seen. Fast forward 3 years later and she let him use it to pick up his prom date. Even in 1999 everyone’s jaw dropped when he pulled up in it. What a great car.
these cars still look great in 2020s standards. An absolutely stunning design that has aged well.
The fact it even has projector headlights makes this thing look 20 plus years newer.
That V8 sounds smooth as silk. And it can still run all day at high speed without breaking a sweat just like the day it rolled off the assembly line; except it’s over 20 years old.
I remember admiring how avant-garde these cars were. It still looks contemporary today!
Simply beautiful SC, and unfortunately, never to be repeated. I really miss sophisticated yet elegant design. That is rare today, if it exists at all.
I love the design of this Lexus SC it was way ahead of it’s time. It still looks modern .
Beautiful car. What a classic.
You know, I really look up to you, Bill. I really admire your sanity after all these years. I’m a teenager and I find myself loosing my marbles by the day. These videos keep me hanging on!
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This one belongs in a collection, I’d say about 90% of these are clapped out and overly modified by people who can’t afford Supra’s, so it’s nice to see one in such pristine condition
Sadly true. but if you are looking for one the San Francisco Bay Area has a bunch, Ive even seen a manual or two posted on Craigslist.
As an owner of a 400, I can say that everything that has been a problem on the car has been a result of negect/modification.
Well this car is a Supra in a tux ..in Japan they are called the Toyota “soarer” which came twin turbo as well and here in the states never added the turbo but added leather moonroof etc..and in Japan it was the opposite.
Yeah, I hope this one doesn't become victim to some Fast and Futureless kid's soggy ricer dreams.
Mines clapped out. I'm in Michigan and rust is an issue for us. But it's a 300 with a factory w58 5 speed
9:16 “Oh my God!”
I’ve rewatched this about 12x and still wetting myself 🤣
I had to rewatch that, I thought it was a raccoon the first time 😂
"OH MY GOD! THAT HUMAN BY THAT BIG MOVING ROCK IS LOOKING AT US AGAIN. QUICK! PUT YOUR HEADS DOWN AND PRETEND TO EAT THE GRASS"
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Epic 🤣
Bill either hates, or is scared schittless of animals. Detailers too! LOL.
I was a Freshman in college when the SC 400 was introduced. I remember seeing one parked on Van Ness Avenue in the city (SF), and thought it was a super clean design. I love this channel.
24 minutes before Bill pops the hood. This is why I watch every video!
same here
Bill’s a legend! 🙌🏼
He doesn’t want to make himself vulnerable to a rear attack from the goats
When the goat starts trotting towards Bill...'Holy S***'.....
Always likes the SC model. The SC300 w/ a 5 spd manual continues to quickly appreciate in value. And like all SC's, they were over-built and could possibly survive a nuclear attack.
Bill almost had a heart attack when that cat strolled by 🤣😆😆🤣
That was not a cat. That was a monster. Did you see the size of that thing?
GOOD OL DALTON..he cleaned the hell out of that engine bill even polished the radiator hoses
He's watching the vids.
@@cardo1111 I know he probably does...I wonder what he thinks about bill....wouldn't it be funny if they lived on the same street?
The president of our company bought this car when they first came out - trading in his 4-door Acura Legend - his SC400 was navy blue with the light cream, gold package and chrome wheels - the most beautiful SC400 I have ever seen. It was a very elegant car.
I bought (and still own) an SC300 solely because a professor at my college owned one and I would walk past it almost every day and I absolutely loved it. “One day”, I kept thinking to myself. I agree, a very under appreciated but great car. Mine is my baby and only has 135,000 miles on it. Great video, thank you for your knowledge and your humor.
This guy cracks me up. These videos are fun and informative.
hell yeah me too lmao
I owned a black '95 SC400. Fantastic car. I sold it at 210k miles. Kicking myself to this day that I got rid of it. Was still running like new. Perfect cruiser for a 500 mile trip.
Not with the gas prices now
This channel deserves to have at least half the world subscribed to it! I love the way you incorporate history into your videos. As a Lexus sc400 owner, I appreciate not just your take on the Lexus sc400/300, but the appreciation overall for 90’s Japanese cars!!!
Wow, what a classic. I remember when these came out as a kid, and they were amazing.
I wish I would have picked up a nice SC300 w/ manual transmission years ago when one could find them.
Had a pearl white 1992 SC300 with the rare 5 speed from 2011 to 2018. It was in similar shape to this one, 1 owner with 60k miles when I bought it, still smelled new. It was my "main" car in those years, had a junky truck I drove sometimes to keep the miles off the Lexus/park on the street. I must say it is my favorite in all the cars I've ever owned, looked absolutely fabulous, didn't fall apart or give me any major grief despite being 20+ years old, drove like a lot more modern car as well(ie good brakes, tight steering, good power, quiet, no squeaks/rattles, extremely well built)
I LOVE the "Oh My God" when the cat walked across the driveway. I laughed my ass off. Love you Bill. :) :)
This old convoluted man is hilarious 😂 what the hell lmao. Yo I’m so glad you teaching these youngsters about the Sc the all mighty big poppa! Daddy to the supra, great big daddy of the LC500 like this car is just nuts I can go on about it for days about this car like this old guy In this video 😂. The Sc400 was my dream car as a kid/teen (currently 23) and always knew they were special since day 1! Now I own 2 of these beautiful V8 monsters ! And will keep them till the day I die ! Hell yeah I’m going to mod and hot rod that 1uz (supercharge)😂🔥! Lexus was really in the pursuit of perfection and did what they promised and exceeded expectations! That’s why I’m currently searching for a 3rd Sc maybe a 2jz this time !?
Gimbal was to high tech for this channel. Keep it old school it’s the main reason I keep coming back.
Bill has to hire someone who doesn't speak english to hold the camera for him, otherwise it will be even more shaky with interrupting laughter.
Known as the Toyota Soarer in Japan...one of my co-workers has one, same color, except his is the 300 with the 2JZ inline-6 motor.
That picture of Dalton always cracks me up, he looks like an Anime character.
I'm waiting for the video of where he has Bill tied to a chair, lights a smoke with an oxy-acetylene torch, turns to Bill and says slowly "So, you don't like the way I detail the cars eh?,...."
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I think Bill would snap first and have Dalton tied to a chair like in Reservoir Dogs.
@@paulie-Gualtieri. 🎵 Clowns to the left of me, Jokers to the right 🎵
Great video Bill, most people have their coffee fix, I get my fix watching /listening to your videos.
It's the realism and no P. C. that I and your other viewers, cheer up on.
My father was and is a Cadillac man. But his one deviation: black 1992 Lexus SC 400 coupe. Great car. Ahead of it’s time. Still look awesome
I have a 1992 SC400 mileage 192000. It's a champagne color. It was my husband's. I love driving this car. I just can't get rid of it. 👍🌞
I’m new to your channel, first video watched. I love it! A weather report, wildlife issues, music, history & geopolitical lessons, auto histories, etc,. Bring back the ash trays!!! 🚬 Beautiful!! Corona virus Whiskey 🥃. 👍🏾
this is definitely one of my new favorite channels! thank you for these!
I gotta tip my hat to you my friend from car guy to car guy! Great info, Great Background, and Great Video! 10/10.
Love the videos as is, keep up the great reviews. Great knowledge 😃👍
Dang, one of the most beautiful cars I've seen on your channel!
Looks like we're changing out of the malaise era.. and over into the turn of the 90's import era. Really digging all this variety, Bill.
Was that a 'Goat' intro?! i see what you did there heh.. Going to enjoy this-
Truly a great video! Thank you for iconizing this great car! Never gonna give up on my "Sandstone Beige" 1992 SC300!
Bill, I just love that you'll open a video showing those goofy-ass goats stalking you. You're car knowledge is astounding. Keep up the great work, can't stop watching.
if you like the dash in this my soarer japan import has a digital dash and some models has a touch screen sat nav in the 90s!!! also high end models had active air suspension
Another winner of a video here - and he also reviews a car for a bit! Love your videos!!!! Corona-whiskey is effective at all times of the day but I've also had to move my start time back for dropping the hammer on it haha
Instead of Curious cars, you should name your channel. Bill and the killer goats. Lol 😆
Love what ya do. Keep the videos coming 🤙🏽
Great review as usual, Bill, but my god.. That AC system sounds like a 747 with all four engines at maximum thrust.. LOL
Bill !!! Even without a teleprompter, you are doing wayyyy better than a certain someone I dare not to mention...😁
Also to correct Mr Bill, the SC300 came out in 1992. Had the 2JZ-GE engine found in the base model Supra and Lexus GS300 sedan(man was that a snooze fest, the 1st gen). No turbochargers, but still silky smooth and loved to rev. Reason I say this is I used to own a 1992 SC300, with the factory 5 speed. Same transmission used in Toyota trucks, it shifted nicely but required a bit more arm strength than any other Japanese car/truck I've owned. It wasn't buttery smooth/effortless/easy to slam shift like a Honda or Mazda Miata transmission. Still though you'd never miss your gate or do the dumb 2 to 1 upshift trying to find 3rd with the SC, it was a good bit better than the Toyota truck shifter(which was quite good for a truck IMO)
Lexus is KING 👑 of reliability and fit and finish!. This one was kept in beautiful condition
Excellent cars
Haha Bill your trip to 1993 was epic as always 😂
I don't know what I would do without Bill's videos. They always bring joy to my heart haha
You done your homework?
@@paulie-Gualtieri. Yea I did some of my auto work and I have 3 assignments left for my credit recovery course. I'm on April break so Imma try to finish it all up this weekend so I can relax for the rest of the week!
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I like big car too! Altho if you can stand british ppl and accents but he is great
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Thanks for doing this one on the SC300! I'm subbed now!
Run Bill...the goats are coming for you! It wouldn't be Bill from Curious Cars without his rants. I love it! Keep it up along with the great car reviews!
That interior is so smooth and creamy. Very luxurious!!
Thank u bill finally a lexus sc
Bill: “I feel like I’m on the Edmund Fitzgerald”.
Me: *beer sprays out of nose*
Me too😂
Amazing video on an amazing car, and I love the Townes Van Zandt outro. Clearly a man of culture.
Bill, you’re fighting with the gimbal was epic. Made my day.
same here
My dad worked at Gimbal's! 🥴
@@egold2071 `~`I say on Santas lap at Gimbals 60 years ago!"
Hank*¡t ain't no vaxeen'Aaron
"Now youse tell me!"
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You’re back! 👏🏼 🥳
I subbed for the scatterbrained format. Great review.
Had a 5 speed Legend LS coupe in the 90s. Still miss it and always wanted an SC. Good luck finding either of them now!
Love your videos!
Fun presentation with a magnificent and pristine Lexus, awesome ✌
Nice video. Nice car. Nice to see a well preserved example. I appreciate the history lesson before you preview the car. Nothing but facts.
I know someone who got the sc400 right after it came out and they were going to let me drive it but i wasn't even 16. They were never common up here (midwest)and i can't remember the last time i saw one. I also love the gs400.
I just picked up a GS430 (2002) for a grand! My new project car haha. Drives so nice !
You are happy to get the SC400 in the US.
Here in germany we have less than 20 SC400!
I've never seen an other one on the road.
It took me 10years to find one.
More than Happy to own one !
A little late getting to this one, but glad to see you came across such a nice example to not only present, but clearly also appreciated. The Lexus SC400 stands out to me because it was the last car my dad drove before he died. I want to say he had a '94? It was also his first Japanese car ever, and I don't remember getting the chance to ask him what drew him to it or how he liked it, but I got to drive it while going back and forth to visit him in the hospital (back in the mid-nineties). I just remember it was very smooth, comfortable, and kept up with the insane LA traffic nicely. The design has definitely aged very well, and the spoiler on the '93 in your video is especially cool. I would love to get back behind the wheel of one of them if the opportunity came around again. But as you noted, it would not come cheap at this point.
Actually been looking at these for around 8 mo off and on now, and seeing the price explode from being a crispy $8k car to a crispy $19k car broke my heart.
Your videos and eastenders are my essential weekly viewing,
Keep up the good work!
But watch out for those goats...they will have you one day!
Love from uk
I was looking for an LS400 in June 2019 and found a '96 SC400, beige, some service history, new tires, 188K miles, interior great, broken right side mirror, $2,750. I love it. Sunroof drain got unhooked and flooded the floorboard which gave me the opportunity to learn much more about the car than I ever intended, Still love it.
Welcome back Bill, I have missed you, sorry that the Goats are back again. Glad that the weather is to your requirements
Hello Ron. I am also sorry about the goats, and while the weather was OK in the morning, this afternoon left much to be desired.
@@curiouscars9282 that sucks with the weather, here in England it is very cold, it should be 15c but it is 7c
Thanks for showing off this gem! Always had a soft spot for these ol gals. Side note- With the chip shortage, "coof", stimulus and unemployment problems good used cars are at an all time premium right now. Even me trying to find cheap savable Saab 9³'s is getting hard right now.
Every time I watch one of these, I want to buy it!
Yes! You're back.
Here so early Bill didn't have time to talk about the goats yet
Spoke too soon! 😄
After several weeks of nothing they were out today. Then the one started running at me.
@@curiouscars9282 That’s what .38 Snubnoses are for. Can’t trust those bastards.
Looks so much better in the early guise like this than the later ones with side skirts.
This was an awesome video, Bill! I love 'em, man! DO NOT cut back on the COVID whiskey. In fact-drink it AS you are doing a review!! This car is a beauty, man. I am a big fan of these old SC"s. :) JV Johnny
I ADORE these cars Bill, and your video and explanation history background, all of it was perfection. My grandfather had a black 1993 SC400 he bought brand new. I always thought it was a spaceship growing up. He sold it couple years ago for $4,000 with 280,000 miles. He reupholstered the interior and it was flawless. I wish I could’ve had it. He also has an SC430
I had a 300SC with Supra Twin Turbo brakes, springs, and swaybars and a 6-speed manual gearbox. Bolt on no problem as you would imagine. The handling was astounding. My daughter drove with me a lot in those days a
Bill Pahl, is that you? I just picked up a 97 SC300 and found this video. Nice to hear your voice. Tell Peter I said hello!
For my 21st bday in 1992, my parents told me to go pick out the new car I wanted; I settled on the SC400 and Legend coupe as finalists. I got the Acura but only because the Lexus dealer was an a-hole and would not negotiate with me because I was a “kid;” he did not understand that my parents told me to arrive at a final price with the dealer and then they’d cut a check for the amount. They despised the BS associated with buying new cars. I really loved that SC, but was quite happy with the Legend, which was a bit sportier for a knucklehead kid like me. Another great video!
I remember as a pre-teen riding shotgun in one of these doing 140+ MPH. 99 SC400 Black on Black with chromed out Konigs.. It was hott with two T's in 2000!
I enjoyed the video and love Lexus cars specially the old ones. I had a 96 Lexus sc 400 in black and love it many years ago in NYC. I also had 2 lexus sc 430 and loved both of them. Good experience all times with Lexus very reliable cars. Peace and Love NYC.
I've always wanted one of these. Awesome car.
1993 was the year I figured out that life can kick your ass. It started off great and went to shit pretty fast.
Stevie Ray Vaughn played guitar on that Bowie track ya know Billster...... gotta respect the man's ear for talent!!
I think I will subscribe! Nice review of a great car. 👍
The V8 engine on these is legendary
Lexus IS such a great brand. Such a great looking car you have here. It will sell and serve new customer well.
Good gracious, that exhaust note!! 😍
Keep up the good work!! You should try too get a 72 Imperial one of my favorites...Thank You So Much!!!
Glad to see you back. I thought your Covid shot had gotten you.
I miss my ‘98 SC300 so bad. It got flooded during Sandy. The most beautiful, flawless car, I have ever owned…
That must have been heartbreaking. Sorry.
I got a history lesson while watching a car review. This was awesome. I’m picking up a Lexus sc400 1999 tomorrow with 99,000 miles. It’s $14,000. Well worth it
i worked for a Lexus dealer for 14 years, the sc-400 is a great car
great video Bill, here for the comments and weather! I love my SC430 tbh
Yes, hardtop convertibles for the win!
@@labornurse Yeah, I enjoy mine. Do you use yours much?
@@RevLexus I've started taking it out more since the weather has turned nice. I never drive it in rain or snow.
@@labornurse that is good, this weekend in Scotland we had sun and clear skies and literally an hour later it was snowing yesterday! I end up driving it in all weather conditions.
I have 99 SC300 auto with 249,000 on it, in excellent condition in CA. No rust, bullet proof 2JZ. Paid $1600 for it 3yrs ago. Amazing car! Thanks for the confirmation
Have some love for life. Cats and goats are awesome. I hope theyre well cared for.. just bought my second manual Sc300 yesterday. Love these cars
These are my favorite Lexus coupes had few hot wheels of these still love them. Lexus is a great brand made by Toyota my favorites are SCs, LS and ES 350 models.
Bill those killer goats are really watching you. I just noticed it😂