Nice find! The exterior does look a little neglected, but the inside looks amazing. I have a 2006 Silver one that I just finished repairing after buying from a salvage auction. It's got the ecru colored leather inside, so even minor damage is VERY noticeable. I've only been able to drive it for a few weeks now, but LOVE it. It's a great Luxury cruiser. Yours might be slow off the line due to the knock sensor. This car is good for 0-60 in under 6 seconds when in good health. For the bubble in your rear package tray, an easy fix is to prick it with a fine needle and press it down to let the air out. Also, your roof is making some rubbing noises when opening. I recommend lubricating it a bit to reduce stress on the motor and prevent failure in the future. For headlights, I recommend putting some sealant on it (usually part of a headlight restore kit). When you buffed it, all the remaining protective coating was removed so it will fog up again in a few weeks to a month (ask me how I know...). Just wipe on the sealant every month or so with a cloth to keep the lights mint, as it will wear off like car wax. I've heard clear coating the headlights is risky. If it starts to peel or is damaged, it's very difficult to get off.
I agree with MrKjc105. The car looks as if it had better days, but these cars are fairly indestructible. I have an 04 w/54k on the clock and maintenance can get expensive if you take them to a Lexus dealer. This year, I've had an oxygen sensor that ended up being melding to my manifold and it had to be drilled off - $2900.00 cost at Lexus of Westminster in Orange County California. I over polished my hood in buffing it out and screwed up the clear coat almost immediately. So, I had the hood resprayed and the driver's side quarter panel resprayed - $1300.00. My estimates for having my bumpers resprayed were $800. for each. The timing chain is $2200. 00 at Lexus and $1400.00 at a Toyota dealer. I paid these monies this year! Nevertheless, my car looks like and drives like a new car. I also own 3 other cars, but I do love the Lexus. I'm sure that I will keep it for many more years to come. There very unusual cars and the fit and finish on them, as you mentioned, is excellent. I just wish that I could be handy under the hood in repairing like you are because it could've saved me a lot of money. I also kind of think that you need your fuel injectors cleaned because you should get better performance than what your video shows. Maybe a bottle or two of Chevron Techtron (spelling ?) should do the trick? Anyway good luck with the car. The way I see it, is even if you put 3-5 grand into it, you'd still have equity. Nice video!
Thank you, Wayne, yes this car was not properly cared for, however, this is why I was able to get it for a good price otherwise these cars go for quite high prices. Yes, I prefer to repair cars myself, however, taking it to a professional is never a bad idea if it can be afforded to do so. I am sure the money and love you put in your car, it probably looks amazing. I agree with you, these cars are a keeper! My brother plans to keep it forever as he knows that it's going to be a collector!
Wow - you're such a nice brother. I wish my brother and I got a long that well. But he's not that nice. Looks great! Sounds like the previous owner(s) did not take very good care of it - some neglect. - but I think that was a good deal Oh - it's windshield btw.
You have to expect minor items on a car of this age, the brakes are not expensive to fix and the roof is aluminium, by the way. The interior is very durable the driveline is near bullet proof and extremely smooth and will cover very many miles. These cars are luxury cruisers . Mine is a weekender, and many times I will return from a drive, and then take it out again, just for the pleasure. I suggest you fix all the items that are not quite right, as the car deserves it and as they are rising in value you will get more than your money back.
The car has not been cared for I would doubt if it's had a proper service To rectify the paintwork around 800 dollars I would say 1500 dollars to get it up to scratch The car looks good I have had about 20 BMW New including Convertable's and I prefer the style of the SC430 The bonnet and roof are aluminium can be prone to paint issues at roof corners Engine should have had the timing belt and water pump replaced around 100 K make sure these have been done
Thank you for all the info! Yes, you are right about the car not cared for, I am glad the mechanical aspect is working well. This car will be brought to its former glory soon!
OWN 4, WANT MORE! I am fortunate to own 4 SC430s. Since I retired a few years ago the SC has become a passion for me. Mine are all gorgeous, always well maintained, and now pampered more than ever. They are: A -- 2002 with black--saddle colors and pie-plate hubs (which I love), 63k miles, dark walnut wood. B -- 2004 with white--ecru (ivory) colors and 5-spoke wheels, 53k miles, yellow birdseye maple wood (my favorite). C -- 2004, the coveted original Pebble Beach Edition, with azure (light blue)-ecru colors and 10-spoke Niche Essen wheels, ebony (black) wood, 97k miles. D -- 2007 with chardannay--camel colors and 5-spoke wheels, dark walnut wood, 68k miles. All purr like a kitten and roar like a lion! The plan is to drive them just enough to keep them in top condition. I think they are budding classics, and future prices are likely to generate a hefty ROI -- while having a blast along the way! (Englishmen Jeremy Clarkson and James May ... go pound sand! 😁)
I just bought an 07 but had a bumper to bumper inspection at my Lexus dealership before purchasing. Had the timing belt, water pump, motor and trans Mounts, spark plugs, front brakes, tires rotated and balanced, oil and filters changed and a sensor, mostly maintenance. Oh, also had it detailed. Mine is just for weekend and when ever I feel like driving it on nice days. It’s a grand tourer, not a sports car but kinda unique.😎
Congratulations! That means your car must be in pristine condition. Exactly, this is a grand touring car and it does this perfectly, you will definitely enjoy this car without any issues!
@@cajunsushi Great! I am sure you picked the best one. Lexus cars are fantastic but this one is even better! I own a 2007 RX350 and there's a big difference in quality, this is built better in my openion.
Great deal! Ours is black on black. Not often to see the black exterior with saddle interior. Ours has 156,000 miles and runs great up here in Canada. And not everyone thinks it’s ugly
Thank you! Oh black on black is very rare, I never saw one here in Florida. 156K is nothing for these cars if it's properly cared for. This car was recently shipped to Ontario, you might see it one day!
@@Thatisapiceofshit We lived in Florida for 3 years (Orlando). Only the very brave or crazy got black interiors. And 25% tint is good, but even in Alberta i got 20% tint on our LS430. That large barge has huge windows!
Recently found an 08 with just 84,000 miles, 1owner. It appears to have been dealer serviced and the only flaws so far are the run flat tires and beat up wheels which I replaced. Nice car for cruising and probably a long time keeper 😀
Hey my brother trust me you got a good deal ignore all the cosmetic stuff this car will hold its value for a very long time. Where in Canada does your brother live I got lots of family out there
Most owners I've talked to feel the run-flats compromise handling, and compromise comfort even more which contradicts its "luxury cruiser" classification. I replaced them with some nice all-weather, Michelin radials and sacrificed the 50 mile+ capacity to drive on a flat to a shop. There's a fair chance that the damaged run-flat cannot be salvaged after a 50 mile trip anyway, especially if it sustains sidewall damage. Now, in the event of a flat with no room for a spare, I have AAA, and from what other SC430 owners tell me, they seem OK with that. I would avoid driving in areas so remote that phone service could become an issue. After making the switch, there was no debate. The improvement in handling and comfort was well worth it.
One of the best cars in the world, bulletproof. I have same car with 280,000 miles. Only timing belt, oil changes and brakes.
that is cool
The roof is Aluminum
Love the car
Proud Owner of a 07 sc430
Oh I didn't know that, I was thinking it was plastic. Thank you
@@Thatisapiceofshit your welcome, it did sound like plastic when you knocked on it lol 😆
Nice find! The exterior does look a little neglected, but the inside looks amazing. I have a 2006 Silver one that I just finished repairing after buying from a salvage auction. It's got the ecru colored leather inside, so even minor damage is VERY noticeable. I've only been able to drive it for a few weeks now, but LOVE it. It's a great Luxury cruiser. Yours might be slow off the line due to the knock sensor. This car is good for 0-60 in under 6 seconds when in good health. For the bubble in your rear package tray, an easy fix is to prick it with a fine needle and press it down to let the air out. Also, your roof is making some rubbing noises when opening. I recommend lubricating it a bit to reduce stress on the motor and prevent failure in the future. For headlights, I recommend putting some sealant on it (usually part of a headlight restore kit). When you buffed it, all the remaining protective coating was removed so it will fog up again in a few weeks to a month (ask me how I know...). Just wipe on the sealant every month or so with a cloth to keep the lights mint, as it will wear off like car wax. I've heard clear coating the headlights is risky. If it starts to peel or is damaged, it's very difficult to get off.
I agree with MrKjc105. The car looks as if it had better days, but these cars are fairly indestructible. I have an 04 w/54k on the clock and maintenance can get expensive if you take them to a Lexus dealer. This year, I've had an oxygen sensor that ended up being melding to my manifold and it had to be drilled off - $2900.00 cost at Lexus of Westminster in Orange County California. I over polished my hood in buffing it out and screwed up the clear coat almost immediately. So, I had the hood resprayed and the driver's side quarter panel resprayed - $1300.00. My estimates for having my bumpers resprayed were $800. for each. The timing chain is $2200. 00 at Lexus and $1400.00 at a Toyota dealer. I paid these monies this year! Nevertheless, my car looks like and drives like a new car. I also own 3 other cars, but I do love the Lexus. I'm sure that I will keep it for many more years to come. There very unusual cars and the fit and finish on them, as you mentioned, is excellent. I just wish that I could be handy under the hood in repairing like you are because it could've saved me a lot of money. I also kind of think that you need your fuel injectors cleaned because you should get better performance than what your video shows. Maybe a bottle or two of Chevron Techtron (spelling ?) should do the trick? Anyway good luck with the car. The way I see it, is even if you put 3-5 grand into it, you'd still have equity. Nice video!
Thank you, Wayne, yes this car was not properly cared for, however, this is why I was able to get it for a good price otherwise these cars go for quite high prices. Yes, I prefer to repair cars myself, however, taking it to a professional is never a bad idea if it can be afforded to do so. I am sure the money and love you put in your car, it probably looks amazing. I agree with you, these cars are a keeper! My brother plans to keep it forever as he knows that it's going to be a collector!
Picked up a 2006 last summer with 130K miles. Great condition. Love it!
awesome! I picked up a 2004 with 134k miles last summer :D
@@RevLexus I know man. I've watched your videos :-)
Reached Canada and is ready to roar
Fantastic!
Am I the Elder brother you are talking about? 😍
Sure 😀
Wow - you're such a nice brother. I wish my brother and I got a long that well. But he's not that nice. Looks great! Sounds like the previous owner(s) did not take very good care of it - some neglect. - but I think that was a good deal Oh - it's windshield btw.
You have to expect minor items on a car of this age, the brakes are not expensive to fix and the roof is aluminium, by the way. The interior is very durable the driveline is near bullet proof and extremely smooth and will cover very many miles. These cars are luxury cruisers . Mine is a weekender, and many times I will return from a drive, and then take it out again, just for the pleasure. I suggest you fix all the items that are not quite right, as the car deserves it and as they are rising in value you will get more than your money back.
The car has not been cared for I would doubt if it's had a proper service
To rectify the paintwork around 800 dollars I would say 1500 dollars to get it up to scratch
The car looks good I have had about 20 BMW New including Convertable's and I prefer the style of the SC430
The bonnet and roof are aluminium can be prone to paint issues at roof corners
Engine should have had the timing belt and water pump replaced around 100 K make sure these have been done
Thank you for all the info! Yes, you are right about the car not cared for, I am glad the mechanical aspect is working well. This car will be brought to its former glory soon!
Hello, I am in Winnipeg Canada and looking for 1 of these. Could you negotiate 1 for me . Hard to find one with kind of mileage that is not rebuilt.
"Not a very good looking car, but people like it"
Almost like they think it IS good looking, imagine that?
Knock sensors are under intake manifold. Not a quick job.
Plastic radiator broke, engine seized, sued Lexus refused bumper to bumper warranty. Many these have blown engines. Owned for 4 years not a good car.
I am sorry to hear that! Usually, Lexus cars are good.
OWN 4, WANT MORE!
I am fortunate to own 4 SC430s. Since I retired a few years ago the SC has become a passion for me. Mine are all gorgeous, always well maintained, and now pampered more than ever. They are: A -- 2002 with black--saddle colors and pie-plate hubs (which I love), 63k miles, dark walnut wood. B -- 2004 with white--ecru (ivory) colors and 5-spoke wheels, 53k miles, yellow birdseye maple wood (my favorite). C -- 2004, the coveted original Pebble Beach Edition, with azure (light blue)-ecru colors and 10-spoke Niche Essen wheels, ebony (black) wood, 97k miles. D -- 2007 with chardannay--camel colors and 5-spoke wheels, dark walnut wood, 68k miles. All purr like a kitten and roar like a lion! The plan is to drive them just enough to keep them in top condition. I think they are budding classics, and future prices are likely to generate a hefty ROI -- while having a blast along the way! (Englishmen Jeremy Clarkson and James May ... go pound sand! 😁)
Be open to the snow and salt on the road! Gravel is awful.
Can i buy it from you
Your car looks great for 6k...you should see the trash they try to sell in SoCal for 6k...nice SC!!
I own a 2004 Lexus sc430 ,in Tokyo. Drove Jaguars , BMWS before…I laaaaave this car. Even if I change I will just buy a newer one.
I just bought an 07 but had a bumper to bumper inspection at my Lexus dealership before purchasing. Had the timing belt, water pump, motor and trans Mounts, spark plugs, front brakes, tires rotated and balanced, oil and filters changed and a sensor, mostly maintenance. Oh, also had it detailed. Mine is just for weekend and when ever I feel like driving it on nice days. It’s a grand tourer, not a sports car but kinda unique.😎
Congratulations! That means your car must be in pristine condition. Exactly, this is a grand touring car and it does this perfectly, you will definitely enjoy this car without any issues!
@@Thatisapiceofshit I looked for about two months and drove five of them before deciding on this one.👍
@@cajunsushi Great! I am sure you picked the best one. Lexus cars are fantastic but this one is even better! I own a 2007 RX350 and there's a big difference in quality, this is built better in my openion.
Great deal! Ours is black on black. Not often to see the black exterior with saddle interior. Ours has 156,000 miles and runs great up here in Canada. And not everyone thinks it’s ugly
Thank you! Oh black on black is very rare, I never saw one here in Florida. 156K is nothing for these cars if it's properly cared for. This car was recently shipped to Ontario, you might see it one day!
@@Thatisapiceofshit We lived in Florida for 3 years (Orlando). Only the very brave or crazy got black interiors. And 25% tint is good, but even in Alberta i got 20% tint on our LS430. That large barge has huge windows!
Did you get the brakes fixed? That's kinda irresponsible to be driving with bad brakes.
Great car, congrats! I love the SC430! I own a 2004 SC
Some say this is ugly others say it is beautiful. I think it is a beauty. Getting a black on tan tomorrow myself.
I bought a 2002 Lexus SC430 two years ago , has 53008 miles on the clock.
Cost me £7000
I like it. Mint condition
Your car is practically brand new! I am sure with that mileage it has lots of life left! This car is a keeper!
that is awesome
That car is awesome
I agree this is an amazing car! Unparallel Lexus quality!
Recently found an 08 with just 84,000 miles, 1owner. It appears to have been dealer serviced and the only flaws so far are the run flat tires and beat up wheels which I replaced. Nice car for cruising and probably a long time keeper 😀
Congratulations! This means your car is in fantastic condition. It's an amazing cruiser for sure. The build quality wins my heart!
Hey my brother trust me you got a good deal ignore all the cosmetic stuff this car will hold its value for a very long time. Where in Canada does your brother live I got lots of family out there
Most owners I've talked to feel the run-flats compromise handling, and compromise comfort even more which contradicts its "luxury cruiser" classification. I replaced them with some nice all-weather, Michelin radials and sacrificed the 50 mile+ capacity to drive on a flat to a shop. There's a fair chance that the damaged run-flat cannot be salvaged after a 50 mile trip anyway, especially if it sustains sidewall damage. Now, in the event of a flat with no room for a spare, I have AAA, and from what other SC430 owners tell me, they seem OK with that. I would avoid driving in areas so remote that phone service could become an issue. After making the switch, there was no debate. The improvement in handling and comfort was well worth it.
I have a 2002SC430. W 42k. It’s terrific the enterior is superb The car drives like a dream .
"In Florida, they don't care" 😂😂😂🤣😂
timing belt and water pump replacement due 150k miles
Yeah man drive it in doors