It's the other way around. The Mark IV Supra is the little brother to the SC300 and the Mark IV Supra sourced it's 2JZGE engine; Subframe, Suspension and Drivetrain from the Lexus SC300.. The Lexus SC300 first debuted in June 1992. The Mark IV Supra debuted a year later in April 1993. I know the history of these cars like the back of my hand. Not to mention I have a Renaissance Red 1998 SC300 in Very Good condition. No accident history, No rips in leather seats, No Leaks of any kind, 115,900mi on her and runs and shifts smooth.
No problem. You're not the 1st and trust me you won't be the last to say it. It's the Aura of the Mark IV Supra. LOL It seems to hypnotize everyone. LOL!
+DJ Triton-SAMA. He only spoke about the Lexus SC300/400 in the U.S. The 1JZ was only available in Japan for the Toyota Soarer. Unfortunately we never got it here in the U.S. Although you could get a MarkIV Supra with a 2JZGTE which was turbo'd.
I bought a 92 SC400 a year ago for $800. Gave it a timing belt, new radiator, and tires and she’s good to go for years to come. If buying one watch out for lower control arm bushings and power steering leaks!
@@Dunki113 If the PS pump is going out on your LS400 also check the alternator, when the PS pump leaks on those cars it leaks right onto the alternator.
@@onlyandalwaysfooty4425 I baby mine and try not to hit the brakes often and I get 23mpg, it is rated at 22mpg highway. city driving is a different story but, it does really good on highways for a v8.
How has the power steering pump held up on yours? I'm asking because I'm looking into an ls400 with the same engine as the sc400 and I heard the PSP is right above the alternator which is bad news if it starts leaking
@@Dunki113 i just rebuilt my pump, very easy to rebuilt, although mine didn't need to rebuilt cuz the leak was from a little short hose $1.86 cut from a big reel from O'reily's
Right on! In 1997 I was looking for a nice pre-owned sports coupe. Fairly quickly I started focusing on the SC300/400 line. I looked at the factory specs for the '94 models, which were available coming off lease and priced in the low to mid $30K range at that time, and noticed that the 0-60 time for an SC400 (auto trans only) was the same as the SC300 with the 5-speed manual trans. I ended up purchasing a '94 SC300 5-speed with about 30K miles on the odo. I immediately started customizing the car. I still have that car. It has an aftermarket turbocharger (338 rwhp at a modest 13 psi boost), lowered 1" with Eibach springs and Tokiko struts, aftermarket front head and tail lamps, all exterior badges removed and painted white sparkle pearl, 20x8 three-spoke chrome wheels and aftermarket SST mufflers. I was able to obtain the NM vanity license plate "LEXUS" (rear only as per NM law). The car now has about 100k miles. Since I live in Northwestern NM I don't drive the car much in the winter but enjoy cruising the many desert and mountain two-lane blacktops in the region the rest of the year. In the video taken while the camera was pointing at the driver I couldn't help noticing a crack in the upholstery that runs just under the window along driver's door. My car has developed a crack in the exact same location about two years ago. The only issues with the car (other than that) is the skirt on the drivers seat is cracked and replacements can not be had for love or money. The gauge cluster has also started flaking out. The speedo and tach work, but the fuel and temperature gauges do not. I have a line on several shops that may be able to repair the cluster but haven't followed through yet. New or used gauge clusters are totally unavailable. Personally, I prefer the appearance of the first gen SC's. In the second gen (like the car in the video) an unnecessary additional grille opening was added above the main grille. This just clutters up the front end in my opinion.
The engineering that went into these cars was impressive. One small thing I like are the door hinges, which are not really hinges but complex linkages. Look for a video on the doors for a reason to admire Toyota engineering.
My uzz31 is 94 but sad to hear I can't mod for high power without costing a bomb in comparison to modding the jz version... so might have to get a jz some day
I bought a red 97. SC400 on eBay for $4k plus 500 shipping. Put new wheels and tires, tuneup, new speakers and it is my fav car. I haven’t modified anything and it has plenty of power and gets a lot of notice. People ask me if it is a new Lexus model!! When I tell them it is a ‘97, they are amazed. Best $6k I have ever. Spent. Will keep it forever.
I own a 98 sc400 and I love it. Up until the rcf and the lc500 came out, it was the only Japanese coupe with a v8 sold in the USA. I have plans to manual swap it in the near future.
I love my old 98 sc300 its way more better then some other cars, i know its automatic but it's been so reliable and looks way cooler then other 90s cars! 1uzfe are so nice too
I have a 97 Sc300 and I'm glad they're still kind of a Secret weapon. You'd be surprised how many people ask is it a supra when they first see it hahaha. Personally favor the Sc300 but I want a Sc400 so bad, +300hp for a 90s vehicle still amazes me!
Got an '93 SC300 as my first car. (Bad Choice for a beginner) Yes I know. But I really love cars and I want to work on them, so not only is this my daily. But my "project" I plan on restoring it, cleaning it up, and V.I.P'ing it. Obviously won't be easy, but I really love these cars. They just have so much charm to them!! And it has 200,000 miles on it and still runs strong!
Just picked up my dream sc400 I couldn't be happier these things are beasts stock and have sooo much aftermarket potential the suspension under it is as comfortable as a modern luxury sports car, this car was way ahead of it's time.
decided on a 96 sc400 just cause im not planning on doing very many if at all power adding mods. id just like a stock 250ish hp car with a nice sound and nice ride. 229k miles for 2500, call me crazy but ive got faith in these motors
Just copped a 92 factory 5 speed with only 82xxx on the clock. After driving an accord for 3 years I gotta say I am loving every chance I get to drive the thing! That 2jz is just a fighter jet of an engine.
I have just bought a sc400 1992. It’s a gas guzzler at 11mpg ; just need some decarboning and a new set of spark plugs/injectors and we’ll see . The drive is indeed smooth.
I always wanted one of these in the 90s, but they were waaaaaay out of my price range. I didn't know anything about cars then, and I just thought they were beautiful, luxurious, and cool. Fast forward to now, and they are so rare here (Canada, west coast) that 90% of people have never even seen one, let alone can identify it. And then it happened: I saw one for sale, in mechanically new condition, and with a dirt-cheap asking price. And then yeah, I found out on my own, exactly what this video is saying: it's a Supra, but with luxurious wood and leather! I was like, "Gimmeeeeeeee!!" What a steal! Easily the best kept secret in the JDM world. This is the most underrated GT car in the history of cars. If it goes up in value in the future, great. I will be thankful I got one while they were cheap, and nobody knew they were actually Supras under the skin. If they never appreciate in value, that's okay, too; I will still looooooove my car for what it is. Oh, and it gets jealous looks! The day I brought it home, nobody in my neighbourhood knew what it was. They just knew it was long, sporty, and had that expensive, "L," on it. They just assumed that I was rich, and they were just filled with quivering, envious rage. Haha.
Bought a one-owner, garaged 92 V8 from a Lexus dealer in Florida- it was in better condition than cars less than two years old- that first couple of model yrs. had less styling elements and is the only car I've ever owned that I get compliments on- riders can't believe the gigantic hinges on the passenger doors
@@ToyotaVertexSoarer You know, before I owned one of these cars, I read reviews like, "Best car I ever owned!" and, "I regret selling my SC." After taking ownership, I get it now. Ohhhh, I so get it. These are special, special machines. The haters either never owned one, or they had a bad one.
Hello, just seen the video on the Lexus Sc300 /Sc400. I Have the Lexus Sc300 and I enjoy everything about it. I have gotten a lot of compliments on how NICE IT LOOKS FOR THE YEAR…1995. All black on Black leather interior with a 2JZ-GE ENGINE. It’s also the Gold Edition. I enjoyed your video and will continue to look up more information on this car but I just wanted to say : Great info and keep it going. Thanks !
@@andreturner1870 I was fixing all kinds of things. Mine was running rich too not sure what the cause was. I ended up selling it and I'm looking for one with better interior shape due to price on those parts
I owned 2 of them the sc400. Both of them had transmission problems, i did research on it found out it's kind of common problem, did it ever happen to you?
Dear Dust Runners, please do more videos on this car! It's still too slept on for its own good! Sure, you can turn one into a Supra equivalent, but you know what? I actually use my SC400 for its *intended* purpose -- as a wonderful, luxurious GT car -- and holy crap, this thing is the best car I have ever owned! It's nothing short of a Japanese Aston Martin!! More people need to know this!
Overall a good review. Couple of things, the Z30 was first released in Japan in 1991 then it came out in the US, even though it was designed for the US market by Calty Designs then in 1992 the SC was released to the US market. For manual swaps R154 and W58 for the 1UZs have plenty of adapters, even though I do prefer having the CD009 (350z/G35) transmission for both the 300 and 400 since it's much more durable and is a six speed. I'm still trying to figure out why the cars are not popular but in a way I'm glad, used prices are low for both the car and individual parts unlike the Supra. Also the SC came before the Supra. The popularity of the car may be less due to it's original popularity, which was focused to be a luxury grand tourer instead of just a performance oriented grand tourer like the Supra, so most people didn't bother with it and all the cars you mentioned in the list were popular since their debut. Keep up the good work
I own a 1uz non. What I had read online was that max boost was 0.5 bar on the thick rod motors. But after speaking to a few local enthusiasts I realized that not everything online is true. I have found 5 different options for lowering the comp without getting forged pistons. These motors are also built crazy strong. I was kind of bummed that I didn’t have a 2jz. But what I have seen the local car pushing on the Dyno with cheap is mods is incredible. Actually glad I never got that 2jz
I have an sc300 in the UK.. I bought it 10 odd years ago from EVO magazine.. they did a feature on cars for under £1000.. and I got it for £800.. and they gave me all the magazine's it featured in too. Although you don't mention it, the Japanese import I have is a sc300 with the 1JZ GTE twin turbo engine, which was an auto but we are changing it to a manual with parts from a supra. These cars in the UK are fetching over £5k and as much as £10k for a factory manual JZ turbo. Which is a pleasant result and I'm glad I kept mine..
This is a great video. Thank you for education about the 1 only SC400 with a manual transmission. And the knowledge of how to transform/modify a Sc400 to manual. I've always wondered about that... thank you so much...
Excellent info here! He's right - these cars are jewels! I'm in my 2nd SC300, a '95, now a '98. I like the 300 - something magic about the inherent smoothness of an Inline-6. Also a tad lighter than the V8, which sweetens the handling. But I'd be happy w/ a 400 as well. Both engines are bullet-proof. And these are 'front mid-engine' cars, affording remarkable handling. Few things I'd change to lighten it up a bit. & the Lexus build-quality is unsurpassed. 'Love 'em! Thank U!
And, don't forget that once you own one of these, every douchemonkey in a G35 (or other such luxury GT car) will come out of the woodwork, and try to race you. Almost guaranteed, I can be just minding my own business on the highway, when I get, "that feeling," that I'm being watched. Sure enough, glancing to either side of me will reveal some dude in another luxury car, perfectly matching my speed, and wanting me to gun it. The funniest are the small BMWs. They don't know our cars, and even though the SC is older, it ain't slow. The look on the Beemer drivers' faces, as they fall helplessly behind, is pure GOLD! Buy this car, and enjoy your life, knowing you got the sickest deal on your car.
@@HiRiSC300 Thank you. Never, ever gonna sell this car. Every time I see new cars...I give them a chance to impress me, but I end up loving my own car even more. For example, the LC500 is (admittedly) gorgeous to look at, but 5,000 pounds?!? Gimme a break! And the new, "Supra," powered by BMW? What a freakin' joke. Toyota even made it backwards compatible, with the 2JZ. I dare anyone to tell me what this means. As far as I can figure, it can ONLY be no less than a straight admission of, "Hey, we're Toyota, and we did our best work, 20 years ago. Please put in one of our GOOD engines." I would cross the continent in my SC, with a smile on my face. Nothing breaks on this car. And, if something does break, I'll just unbolt that crap, and replace it with a new part. Try that with a new car. You need a computer engineer's degree first. Let's keep these cars alive. Cheers, Brother!
I have a 92 5 speed i love it. It was my 1st manual car. It also was the only manual car ive drove untill recently... i drove a 4 cylinder 2.3 acura CL ,Not trying to take anything away from the Acura 99 CL its nice. But wow ive gained an even bigger appreciation for my Sc ❤ the handling and power is crazy.
The subframe will bolt up but they are also very different. They do share a general shape but all the Supra arms are shorter than sc arms, so the track width is narrower, the rear diff is different, the sway bars mount differently. The rear subframe is the only thing suspension wise that is exactly the same. The front frame rails are also very similar.
Nope. The front lower control arms bolt DIRECTLY up to the SC, they are the exact same size, they just have stiffer bushings. Ive done it. Front upper control arms are basically the exact same too, cross member is the same length. havent done that one tho.
@@augustinekirchoff479 I owned both the 300 and 400 and ended keeping my 400 because it was a better colour and I enjoyed the engine much more. Just the sound and torque took me over , and I have decided to supercharge her a year after and it's just such a smooth, reliable, well built Japanese V8 that should be getting as much recognition as the 2j in some sense since it can pull off insane Numbers nearly on stock parts
Early 2024 I purchased a sc300 for $1500 a great example! It was pissing oil from the cam seal but replaced it in a day for $40. It’s a great car I love the looks and the way it drives but trying to slide it is another story it’s automatic and I’m not gonna go thru the hassle of doing a manual swap I posted it for 4,900 I have people offering me sn95 v8 mustangs and e46 full drift cars. I love my sc but it’s just not practical for what I’m trying to do I’ll be selling it or trading it for a REAL drift car. But it’s been very reliable so far. Great daily driver but not slider.
A bunch of you info is either incomplete, wrong but I'm glad you made this video. SC400 support is just in the shadows but if u see the video I have on my channel you will see that there are strides for the 1uz.
The way you young guys talk about SC, I feel i am member of the cult because I also like my both 300 and 400. I am 70. My son drives the 400 to college. North California, SF bay area. I came to SC world 4 years ago through my nephew. He qualify as cult guru. He built his 300 Manual from ground up with turbo( zillion HP). Anytime I ask him a question about SC, He looks at me as if I am asking dumb question. In this case he is not down to earth and a guru. He is thirty years old. When he was 15, he asked me what is Horse power? I explained : one HP is the power that can carry 75 Kg weight one meter in one second. I noticed smoke came out of his ears. Now he is 30 and in Engineering school , Industrial Technology. I am retired Manufacturing Engineer. But he doesn't answer my questions. So, I am going to ask you guys: 1- why my 95, 300 the steering feels smooth and light. I feel the whole car is lighter than 400. 2- is there any easy low cost to increase some HP on my 92, 400? and/or 95, 300? I need it to be SMOG legal. Because we drive them routinely. Than you guys, Sincerely, Mr. Frank
They probably have different steering gear boxes (different ratios). Which could be the reason why the 400 feels tighter/heavier than the 300. Next time you get in each car, turn the steering wheel from lock to lock (turn it all the way to the left until it locks, and then all the way to the right until it locks). Compare the amount of turns. If they are different, even by a 1/4 turn, they have different steering ratios. Beyond that, I don't know these cars very well so that is all I can offer!
nairb lab got your first question, and I can back him up on that because they do have different steering ratios, hence one may feel smoother than the other. for your second question, It's a bit difficult to get noticeable differences in power through minor upgrades such as a cold air intake system. You would have to change out the exhaust pipes to get better flow with a cold air intake, and then moving up from there only get's more expensive. Simple things such as spark plugs can also benefit the performance of your SC's. The SMOG legal part can suck if you live in California, but my best suggestion to you if you want the best of both the sc300 and sc400 and do not live in California, is to import a Toyota Soarer from Japan. the 2.5 litre twin turbo model of the SC lineup. They produce a lot of power and are very comfortable and smooth to drive. Look them up sometime if you'd like, or ask your nephew about the Soarer and see what he knows.
I'm 15 and I'm saving up for a sc300, ik it's not ideal for a first car, but I rlly want one, I jus hope they dont accidentally become rlly popular before I can buy one, cuz the prices will go up
I've had 3 SCs, a '95 SC300 with 5 speed manual transmission, a 96 SC400 and currently have a 2000 SC400. I drove the SC300 really hard and it held up to the abuse quite well. The 96 SC400 was just a little quicker and heavier and rock solid as well. The 2k SC400 has the Golden Pearl paint, 30 more HP than the 96 SC400 (290 stock vs 260) and still looks really sharp. It has a modified exhaust (dual exhaust all the way back with Tanabe stainless/chrome mufflers) and Juno Lux 18 inch wheels. Everything else is still stock. I'd guess the exhaust system puts the horsepower up to around 310 or more and it is fairly quick and sounds really cool. This car still turns heads and I get questions about it still. This has got to be one of the best cars ever made when you consider the combination of performance, quality/reliability and comfort. I like the 2k SC400 the most of the 3 I've had and wish I had purchased some of the after market parts (ECM/chip) that were available for it when I got it in 2005. Parts aren't easy to find for it now.
@@-spiinight-4383 my sc300 was a rare 5 speed manual. The transmission in the 2k sc400 is a 5 speed auto with a torque converter which together weighs more than the manual 5 speed. The transmission in the 96 sc400 was a 4 speed auto with torque converter. I'm not sure about engine weight but 2 more cylinders usually means more weight.
@@knowone1853 look it up haha, the 2j I believe is a iron block while the 1uz is aluminum block, and I’m only talking about the engine as if you really want or build the 1uz you would get a t56 or cd009. The weight of the 1uz is the biggest reason I want it
Over here in Germany we didn`t get the SC300/400 or the Soarer. I love the SC400. That 1UZ is brilliant! So I got one... Yeah ... NICE Car, but german paperworks for that car are TERRIBLE! Chasing registration for a year now! By the way, I`m looking for a 16" OEM Wheel and the OEM Antenna! But can't get them over here.
Leave ur contact info for me. I still have my orig 16" OEMs, and am willing to part ways with them. I'm in the US, so I have no idea what the shipping would be like...
My dad bought a brand new one 40k in 2000. When I got my license he gave me his sc400 . Trunk didn’t open doors was hanging motor was shaking brakes was gone at 200k miles. He told me have fun. And I put the car to its grave. I love this car I bought 3 more lol. I had a bmw. A maxima a civic but I always went back to a sc300/sc400. Im looking for my 4th now
People tend to write off the Z30 Soarer/SC chassis mainly because a bulk of them were sold only in auto and it’s quite rare even on the JDM Spec that had the 1JZ with manual and they fetch serious premium now that word is showing up that this chassis is a excellent option to the A80 though overall clean examples are still reasonably priced with the 300/400.
It's the other way around. The Mark IV Supra is the little brother to the SC300 and the Mark IV Supra sourced it's 2JZGE engine; Subframe, Suspension and Drivetrain from the Lexus SC300.. The Lexus SC300 first debuted in June 1992. The Mark IV Supra debuted a year later in April 1993. I know the history of these cars like the back of my hand. Not to mention I have a Renaissance Red 1998 SC300 in Very Good condition. No accident history, No rips in leather seats, No Leaks of any kind, 115,900mi on her and runs and shifts smooth.
Francobnyc you are correct! Somehow I goofed on that and thought the MK4 Supra came before the SC300. Thanks 🙏🏻
No problem. You're not the 1st and trust me you won't be the last to say it. It's the Aura of the Mark IV Supra. LOL It seems to hypnotize everyone. LOL!
Did he mention the 1jz?
+DJ Triton-SAMA. He only spoke about the Lexus SC300/400 in the U.S. The 1JZ was only available in Japan for the Toyota Soarer. Unfortunately we never got it here in the U.S. Although you could get a MarkIV Supra with a 2JZGTE which was turbo'd.
Even I knew the mark 4 is the little brother lmao
sc300 is one of the most underrated cars in history in my opinion... Arguably one of the best cars ever produced...
yep
#facts
Comfy, practical, built like tanks
Where my 400 bros at
Dantelias Lias we out here broo ahaha
2jz no shit.
got a Sc300, original 5 speed :> we still bros
Ayeee
Mine is a 98 sc300 but my brother owns a 93 sc400, we all are sc's bro's! Haha
I bought a 92 SC400 a year ago for $800. Gave it a timing belt, new radiator, and tires and she’s good to go for years to come. If buying one watch out for lower control arm bushings and power steering leaks!
still need to rebuild my PS pump
Great Buy, are you in Australia?
Have you changed your PS pump? And if so, how much did it cost? I'm worried that the one on my ls400 might be going bad
@@Dunki113 If the PS pump is going out on your LS400 also check the alternator, when the PS pump leaks on those cars it leaks right onto the alternator.
Owned a 400, currently have a 300. Absolutely love them both. I will never be without an sc, either as a daily or a project. Just gotta have it
Had my sc400 for 16 years, 👌👍
had my 400 since april 2001, and my 5 speed 300 since 2012
How is it on gas, I wanna buy one as a daily driver
@@onlyandalwaysfooty4425 I baby mine and try not to hit the brakes often and I get 23mpg, it is rated at 22mpg highway. city driving is a different story but, it does really good on highways for a v8.
How has the power steering pump held up on yours? I'm asking because I'm looking into an ls400 with the same engine as the sc400 and I heard the PSP is right above the alternator which is bad news if it starts leaking
@@Dunki113 i just rebuilt my pump, very easy to rebuilt, although mine didn't need to rebuilt cuz the leak was from a little short hose $1.86 cut from a big reel from O'reily's
Right on! In 1997 I was looking for a nice pre-owned sports coupe. Fairly quickly I started focusing on the SC300/400 line. I looked at the factory specs for the '94 models, which were available coming off lease and priced in the low to mid $30K range at that time, and noticed that the 0-60 time for an SC400 (auto trans only) was the same as the SC300 with the 5-speed manual trans. I ended up purchasing a '94 SC300 5-speed with about 30K miles on the odo. I immediately started customizing the car. I still have that car. It has an aftermarket turbocharger (338 rwhp at a modest 13 psi boost), lowered 1" with Eibach springs and Tokiko struts, aftermarket front head and tail lamps, all exterior badges removed and painted white sparkle pearl, 20x8 three-spoke chrome wheels and aftermarket SST mufflers. I was able to obtain the NM vanity license plate "LEXUS" (rear only as per NM law). The car now has about 100k miles. Since I live in Northwestern NM I don't drive the car much in the winter but enjoy cruising the many desert and mountain two-lane blacktops in the region the rest of the year. In the video taken while the camera was pointing at the driver I couldn't help noticing a crack in the upholstery that runs just under the window along driver's door. My car has developed a crack in the exact same location about two years ago. The only issues with the car (other than that) is the skirt on the drivers seat is cracked and replacements can not be had for love or money. The gauge cluster has also started flaking out. The speedo and tach work, but the fuel and temperature gauges do not. I have a line on several shops that may be able to repair the cluster but haven't followed through yet. New or used gauge clusters are totally unavailable. Personally, I prefer the appearance of the first gen SC's. In the second gen (like the car in the video) an unnecessary additional grille opening was added above the main grille. This just clutters up the front end in my opinion.
The engineering that went into these cars was impressive. One small thing I like are the door hinges, which are not really hinges but complex linkages. Look for a video on the doors for a reason to admire Toyota engineering.
I've had a lot of cars but my 1998 SC400 is easily the best car I've ever had I love this thing
I finally got my hands on a mint sc300 3 days ago!! Super excited. Cant wait to boost her
Shoutout for the 1UZFE
underappreciated engine
My 92 UZZ31 Toyota Soarer (SC400) is alive and smooth as! I'm looking into getting a 1JZ soarer as well. In love with that thing
Arjoon Tauckoory Did you get a 1JZ? Which do you prefer?
My uzz31 is 94 but sad to hear I can't mod for high power without costing a bomb in comparison to modding the jz version... so might have to get a jz some day
I bought a red 97. SC400 on eBay for $4k plus 500 shipping. Put new wheels and tires, tuneup, new speakers and it is my fav car. I haven’t modified anything and it has plenty of power and gets a lot of notice. People ask me if it is a new Lexus model!! When I tell them it is a ‘97, they are amazed. Best $6k I have ever. Spent. Will keep it forever.
They are great cars
Picked up a girl for a date once in mine and she asked if my car was a 2017 😂
I have been approached in parking lots and told that they are glad Lexus has gone away from the spindle front. 🤔
still have mine but really want to go manual im just broke
Should I buy one? Are parts easily available and cheap?
I own a 98 sc400 and I love it. Up until the rcf and the lc500 came out, it was the only Japanese coupe with a v8 sold in the USA. I have plans to manual swap it in the near future.
SC400 best car ever
I love my old 98 sc300 its way more better then some other cars, i know its automatic but it's been so reliable and looks way cooler then other 90s cars! 1uzfe are so nice too
I hate that poor man's this and poor mans that either way it is what it is
LuvRon Films haaa! Poor man
Ha
stop telling people theyre expensive enough as is
Right!
Just buy them from Australia. Can't give them away over here 😂
no fr
Exactly dude i scored a smoking deal on a running and driving clean title sc300
Fr fr. Like shit im trying to buy one in the future without the hassle
I have a 97 Sc300 and I'm glad they're still kind of a Secret weapon. You'd be surprised how many people ask is it a supra when they first see it hahaha. Personally favor the Sc300 but I want a Sc400 so bad, +300hp for a 90s vehicle still amazes me!
Got an '93 SC300 as my first car. (Bad Choice for a beginner) Yes I know. But I really love cars and I want to work on them, so not only is this my daily. But my "project" I plan on restoring it, cleaning it up, and V.I.P'ing it. Obviously won't be easy, but I really love these cars. They just have so much charm to them!! And it has 200,000 miles on it and still runs strong!
Just picked up my dream sc400 I couldn't be happier these things are beasts stock and have sooo much aftermarket potential the suspension under it is as comfortable as a modern luxury sports car, this car was way ahead of it's time.
decided on a 96 sc400 just cause im not planning on doing very many if at all power adding mods. id just like a stock 250ish hp car with a nice sound and nice ride. 229k miles for 2500, call me crazy but ive got faith in these motors
Just copped a 92 factory 5 speed with only 82xxx on the clock. After driving an accord for 3 years I gotta say I am loving every chance I get to drive the thing! That 2jz is just a fighter jet of an engine.
Congrats fellow SC owner! You made a smart purchase! Never look back! :D
@@ToyotaVertexSoarer thanks man!
1992 sc400 with 188k miles and still going strong! I love this car
how many problems have u ran into since you bought it? rlly thinking about this car as my first
@@TWIZZY_RlCH rule number one if you plan on lowering it please re-route the driver fender well harness
Have an original 97' manual sc300 & I love this gem!
I have a 93 manual sc300
yaboydiz how much you want
How much you want
nice video. I just bought a 1993 sc300 and I in love with it. The old Japanese car is the best for sure.
I have a 93 sc300 which I swapped the 2jzgte in it..now running a precision 6262 A.R84 Great car overall
I love my 95 sc400. One of the best cars I have ever had. Super reliable, I can run it as fast as I want and she never gives out.
I have just bought a sc400 1992. It’s a gas guzzler at 11mpg ; just need some decarboning and a new set of spark plugs/injectors and we’ll see . The drive is indeed smooth.
Owned both sc300 and 400 currently loving the 400 😊
Just scooped up a 97 sc300 auto stock 160,000 miles can't find a manual anywhere couldn't be happier!
I always wanted one of these in the 90s, but they were waaaaaay out of my price range. I didn't know anything about cars then, and I just thought they were beautiful, luxurious, and cool. Fast forward to now, and they are so rare here (Canada, west coast) that 90% of people have never even seen one, let alone can identify it.
And then it happened: I saw one for sale, in mechanically new condition, and with a dirt-cheap asking price. And then yeah, I found out on my own, exactly what this video is saying: it's a Supra, but with luxurious wood and leather! I was like, "Gimmeeeeeeee!!"
What a steal! Easily the best kept secret in the JDM world. This is the most underrated GT car in the history of cars. If it goes up in value in the future, great. I will be thankful I got one while they were cheap, and nobody knew they were actually Supras under the skin. If they never appreciate in value, that's okay, too; I will still looooooove my car for what it is.
Oh, and it gets jealous looks! The day I brought it home, nobody in my neighbourhood knew what it was. They just knew it was long, sporty, and had that expensive, "L," on it. They just assumed that I was rich, and they were just filled with quivering, envious rage. Haha.
Bought a one-owner, garaged 92 V8 from a Lexus dealer in Florida- it was in better condition than cars less than two years old- that first couple of model yrs. had less styling elements and is the only car I've ever owned that I get compliments on- riders can't believe the gigantic hinges on the passenger doors
Rare? I get that the manual is rare, but the car itself? No.
ended up importing a 1992 with a 1jz-5sp manual from japan. Amazing ride, so comfy and smooth but halls like a turbo car should.
The value of the Toyota Soarer is going UP now!!! My car appreciated double its value in only 5 years. I love these cars so much!
@@ToyotaVertexSoarer You know, before I owned one of these cars, I read reviews like, "Best car I ever owned!" and, "I regret selling my SC." After taking ownership, I get it now. Ohhhh, I so get it. These are special, special machines. The haters either never owned one, or they had a bad one.
Hello, just seen the video on the Lexus Sc300 /Sc400. I Have the Lexus Sc300 and I enjoy everything about it. I have gotten a lot of compliments on how NICE IT LOOKS FOR THE YEAR…1995. All black on Black leather interior with a 2JZ-GE ENGINE. It’s also the Gold Edition. I enjoyed your video and will continue to look up more information on this car but I just wanted to say : Great info and keep it going. Thanks !
Sc300. Building one right now. Super dope.
what are you rebuilding Im trying to fix mine running to rich
@@andreturner1870 I was fixing all kinds of things. Mine was running rich too not sure what the cause was. I ended up selling it and I'm looking for one with better interior shape due to price on those parts
thanks@@josephcullender194
Andre, have you checked O2 sensor?
As someone who has a 91 sc400 they are absolutely are so lovely to own.
Had an 87 Supra. Have a 05 SC430 now. Best cars ever!
I have a factory 5 speed sc300. Best purchase ive ever made.
I had 4 of them. I love it.
I owned 2 of them the sc400. Both of them had transmission problems, i did research on it found out it's kind of common problem, did it ever happen to you?
Dear Dust Runners, please do more videos on this car! It's still too slept on for its own good!
Sure, you can turn one into a Supra equivalent, but you know what? I actually use my SC400 for its *intended* purpose -- as a wonderful, luxurious GT car -- and holy crap, this thing is the best car I have ever owned! It's nothing short of a Japanese Aston Martin!! More people need to know this!
Love how underrated it is! Pure gold forsure
Overall a good review. Couple of things, the Z30 was first released in Japan in 1991 then it came out in the US, even though it was designed for the US market by Calty Designs then in 1992 the SC was released to the US market. For manual swaps R154 and W58 for the 1UZs have plenty of adapters, even though I do prefer having the CD009 (350z/G35) transmission for both the 300 and 400 since it's much more durable and is a six speed. I'm still trying to figure out why the cars are not popular but in a way I'm glad, used prices are low for both the car and individual parts unlike the Supra. Also the SC came before the Supra. The popularity of the car may be less due to it's original popularity, which was focused to be a luxury grand tourer instead of just a performance oriented grand tourer like the Supra, so most people didn't bother with it and all the cars you mentioned in the list were popular since their debut.
Keep up the good work
StriViK I would rather keep it that way for us folks that desired a A80 but are smart cookies or Toyota fanatic that wants better bang for buck.
I own a 1uz non. What I had read online was that max boost was 0.5 bar on the thick rod motors. But after speaking to a few local enthusiasts I realized that not everything online is true. I have found 5 different options for lowering the comp without getting forged pistons. These motors are also built crazy strong. I was kind of bummed that I didn’t have a 2jz. But what I have seen the local car pushing on the Dyno with cheap is mods is incredible. Actually glad I never got that 2jz
I have an sc300 in the UK.. I bought it 10 odd years ago from EVO magazine.. they did a feature on cars for under £1000.. and I got it for £800.. and they gave me all the magazine's it featured in too.
Although you don't mention it, the Japanese import I have is a sc300 with the 1JZ GTE twin turbo engine, which was an auto but we are changing it to a manual with parts from a supra.
These cars in the UK are fetching over £5k and as much as £10k for a factory manual JZ turbo. Which is a pleasant result and I'm glad I kept mine..
Congrats, mate! Love these cars! :D super reliable
Sc300 is very much popular here in south Florida .... there are soooooooo many here...
SC gonna be my second car 🙏🏻
Sc300 has always been my favorite build car.
This is a great video. Thank you for education about the 1 only SC400 with a manual transmission. And the knowledge of how to transform/modify a Sc400 to manual. I've always wondered about that... thank you so much...
The trans was swap cause the sc400 came only in auto
Excellent info here! He's right - these cars are jewels! I'm in my 2nd SC300, a '95, now a '98. I like the 300 - something magic about the inherent smoothness of an Inline-6. Also a tad lighter than the V8, which sweetens the handling. But I'd be happy w/ a 400 as well. Both engines are bullet-proof. And these are 'front mid-engine' cars, affording remarkable handling. Few things I'd change to lighten it up a bit. & the Lexus build-quality is unsurpassed. 'Love 'em! Thank U!
I owned the Sc400, that was an incredible vehicle
I'm watching this video cause I own an sc300 and right at the end of the video I see my actual car the red SC300, how cool.
Dang! What’s your IG? I can put it the description.
And, don't forget that once you own one of these, every douchemonkey in a G35 (or other such luxury GT car) will come out of the woodwork, and try to race you.
Almost guaranteed, I can be just minding my own business on the highway, when I get, "that feeling," that I'm being watched. Sure enough, glancing to either side of me will reveal some dude in another luxury car, perfectly matching my speed, and wanting me to gun it.
The funniest are the small BMWs. They don't know our cars, and even though the SC is older, it ain't slow. The look on the Beemer drivers' faces, as they fall helplessly behind, is pure GOLD!
Buy this car, and enjoy your life, knowing you got the sickest deal on your car.
You ain't lyin SC braddah!
@@HiRiSC300 Thank you.
Never, ever gonna sell this car. Every time I see new cars...I give them a chance to impress me, but I end up loving my own car even more. For example, the LC500 is (admittedly) gorgeous to look at, but 5,000 pounds?!? Gimme a break! And the new, "Supra," powered by BMW? What a freakin' joke. Toyota even made it backwards compatible, with the 2JZ. I dare anyone to tell me what this means. As far as I can figure, it can ONLY be no less than a straight admission of, "Hey, we're Toyota, and we did our best work, 20 years ago. Please put in one of our GOOD engines."
I would cross the continent in my SC, with a smile on my face. Nothing breaks on this car. And, if something does break, I'll just unbolt that crap, and replace it with a new part. Try that with a new car. You need a computer engineer's degree first.
Let's keep these cars alive.
Cheers, Brother!
Well said, mate! :D
Not donut media
You would be correct, we’re not Donut Media.
@@Dustrunnersauto This is
Lexus SC300 - Everything You Need to Know l Up to Speed
I don't think they do one for the SC400.
@@Dustrunnersauto
If it was Donut it would say "The sc300 is as fast as my dad leaving me"
great content, way better then donut.The dude hopped up on sugar or coke drives me crazy.
I thought I was watching donut media lmao
this video made we want to buy an sc300 even though i already have a 2001 is300
Do it!!! You won't regret it! :D
Love the sc300. Probably gonna be getting one to go along with my daily while im in uni.
I have a 92 5 speed i love it. It was my 1st manual car. It also was the only manual car ive drove untill recently... i drove a 4 cylinder 2.3 acura CL ,Not trying to take anything away from the Acura 99 CL its nice. But wow ive gained an even bigger appreciation for my Sc ❤ the handling and power is crazy.
Dru Santana how much you want
I have had 3 sc 300 I haven’t come across a sc 400 yet I refuse to give up my 99 sc this video was very informational thanks.....
The subframe will bolt up but they are also very different. They do share a general shape but all the Supra arms are shorter than sc arms, so the track width is narrower, the rear diff is different, the sway bars mount differently. The rear subframe is the only thing suspension wise that is exactly the same. The front frame rails are also very similar.
Nope. The front lower control arms bolt DIRECTLY up to the SC, they are the exact same size, they just have stiffer bushings. Ive done it. Front upper control arms are basically the exact same too, cross member is the same length. havent done that one tho.
bought a good condition sc300 for $800 with basically brand new stance xr-1’s on it 💓
I love my sc400 Lexus 1995 1uzfe runs like a boss...
I had a soarer, twin turbo with stock internals and a hks ssq bov....memories
im tring to get a 400 right now turbo and everything
love my sc300. 2jz all day well around spring,summer and fall. living here on the east kills the fun
Your right on point bro I got both 300 an 400 for I can do both so why not twice the fun to own Supra Lexus Toyota in one car the SC
Sc300 I'm in the market right now to buy one
The SC400 is awesome, I actually very much prefer the 1UZ over the 2JZ.
Can you elaborate why ?
Anthony Carmona His personal preference. Not everything has to be 2j. And I’m sure he’s referencing to the GE motor and not the GTE.
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Rapidshot ok, but why do you guys think that? Is the 1uz more fun in general? More powerful? Why?
@@augustinekirchoff479 I owned both the 300 and 400 and ended keeping my 400 because it was a better colour and I enjoyed the engine much more. Just the sound and torque took me over , and I have decided to supercharge her a year after and it's just such a smooth, reliable, well built Japanese V8 that should be getting as much recognition as the 2j in some sense since it can pull off insane Numbers nearly on stock parts
Early 2024 I purchased a sc300 for $1500 a great example! It was pissing oil from the cam seal but replaced it in a day for $40. It’s a great car I love the looks and the way it drives but trying to slide it is another story it’s automatic and I’m not gonna go thru the hassle of doing a manual swap I posted it for 4,900 I have people offering me sn95 v8 mustangs and e46 full drift cars. I love my sc but it’s just not practical for what I’m trying to do I’ll be selling it or trading it for a REAL drift car. But it’s been very reliable so far. Great daily driver but not slider.
I have a lexus ls400 and the 1uz is amazing.
came t h i s close to buying one a year ago and it still haunts me every day. soon I'm gonna get one
I have a 96 SC300. I hope to continue major upgrades to it in the future
SC / Soarer came before the JZA80 supra, so the Supra is the ' little brother '
I just bought mu first sc400 today i pick it up tomorrow
Nice! Prepare for awesome burnouts.
My cousin got a sc400 but it got impounded along with my charger because we got caught street racing
I have a sc300.it's great. Mom was original owner
I got a SC300 and I love it
i have a 92 SC300 fully stock with the manual. 200k miles on it but still full stock.
still rolling around in my 92 sc400 with 174k miles. about to replace the valve cover gaskets since oil is going everywhere
I have a 92 sc300. Both ball joints went within a year of each other. $2k to fix. Bad in the northeastern US weather. Other than that, it's been good
A bunch of you info is either incomplete, wrong but I'm glad you made this video. SC400 support is just in the shadows but if u see the video I have on my channel you will see that there are strides for the 1uz.
The way you young guys talk about SC, I feel i am member of the cult because I also like my both 300 and 400. I am 70. My son drives the 400 to college. North California, SF bay area.
I came to SC world 4 years ago through my nephew. He qualify as cult guru.
He built his 300 Manual from ground up with turbo( zillion HP). Anytime I ask him a question about SC,
He looks at me as if I am asking dumb question. In this case he is not down to earth and a guru.
He is thirty years old. When he was 15, he asked me what is Horse power?
I explained : one HP is the power that can carry 75 Kg weight one meter in one second. I noticed smoke came out of his ears.
Now he is 30 and in Engineering school , Industrial Technology.
I am retired Manufacturing Engineer. But he doesn't answer my questions.
So, I am going to ask you guys:
1- why my 95, 300 the steering feels smooth and light. I feel the whole car is lighter than 400.
2- is there any easy low cost to increase some HP on my 92, 400? and/or 95, 300?
I need it to be SMOG legal. Because we drive them routinely.
Than you guys,
Sincerely, Mr. Frank
They probably have different steering gear boxes (different ratios). Which could be the reason why the 400 feels tighter/heavier than the 300.
Next time you get in each car, turn the steering wheel from lock to lock (turn it all the way to the left until it locks, and then all the way to the right until it locks). Compare the amount of turns. If they are different, even by a 1/4 turn, they have different steering ratios.
Beyond that, I don't know these cars very well so that is all I can offer!
nairb lab got your first question, and I can back him up on that because they do have different steering ratios, hence one may feel smoother than the other.
for your second question, It's a bit difficult to get noticeable differences in power through minor upgrades such as a cold air intake system. You would have to change out the exhaust pipes to get better flow with a cold air intake, and then moving up from there only get's more expensive. Simple things such as spark plugs can also benefit the performance of your SC's.
The SMOG legal part can suck if you live in California, but my best suggestion to you if you want the best of both the sc300 and sc400 and do not live in California, is to import a Toyota Soarer from Japan. the 2.5 litre twin turbo model of the SC lineup. They produce a lot of power and are very comfortable and smooth to drive. Look them up sometime if you'd like, or ask your nephew about the Soarer and see what he knows.
haha I’m one of those young guys. I’m 17 and I own a 95 400. My dad bought it for me and we fixed it up as a father-son project
I owned a Lexus Soarer 4.0 GT since new. I driven other cars with a view to upgrading but nothing I have driven has inspired me to do so.
Soarers are the auto world's most underrated car, in the history of cars.
SC LEXUS IS LIKE GENTLEMAN CLASS CAR 😍
Fun fact: the 2jz-gte was originally designed for use in the Toyota Aristo (gs300)
I'm 15 and I'm saving up for a sc300, ik it's not ideal for a first car, but I rlly want one, I jus hope they dont accidentally become rlly popular before I can buy one, cuz the prices will go up
I just picked up an SC300 with 90000 miles good $1,400 for it very satisfied
Dude, you stole it!
sold im picking one up thanks for the video!
I've had 3 SCs, a '95 SC300 with 5 speed manual transmission, a 96 SC400 and currently have a 2000 SC400. I drove the SC300 really hard and it held up to the abuse quite well. The 96 SC400 was just a little quicker and heavier and rock solid as well. The 2k SC400 has the Golden Pearl paint, 30 more HP than the 96 SC400 (290 stock vs 260) and still looks really sharp. It has a modified exhaust (dual exhaust all the way back with Tanabe stainless/chrome mufflers) and Juno Lux 18 inch wheels. Everything else is still stock. I'd guess the exhaust system puts the horsepower up to around 310 or more and it is fairly quick and sounds really cool. This car still turns heads and I get questions about it still. This has got to be one of the best cars ever made when you consider the combination of performance, quality/reliability and comfort.
I like the 2k SC400 the most of the 3 I've had and wish I had purchased some of the after market parts (ECM/chip) that were available for it when I got it in 2005. Parts aren't easy to find for it now.
isnt the sc300 heavier? the 1uz weighs less than the 2j from what i remember, i think it was around 600 lbs for the 2j and 400 from the 1uz
@@-spiinight-4383 my sc300 was a rare 5 speed manual. The transmission in the 2k sc400 is a 5 speed auto with a torque converter which together weighs more than the manual 5 speed. The transmission in the 96 sc400 was a 4 speed auto with torque converter. I'm not sure about engine weight but 2 more cylinders usually means more weight.
@@knowone1853 look it up haha, the 2j I believe is a iron block while the 1uz is aluminum block, and I’m only talking about the engine as if you really want or build the 1uz you would get a t56 or cd009. The weight of the 1uz is the biggest reason I want it
@@-spiinight-4383 Yeah look it up....from Edmunds, the 95 sc300 curb weight is 3506 lbs, the 96 sc400 is 3585 lbs, the 2k sc400 is 3605 lbs.
Trying to find a manual one rn👌🏼
Your better off manual swapping an auto
Transmission swap is an intermediate level of difficulty, just do your due diligence, treat it like heart surgery.
Over here in Germany we didn`t get the SC300/400 or the Soarer.
I love the SC400. That 1UZ is brilliant!
So I got one... Yeah ... NICE Car, but german paperworks for that car are TERRIBLE!
Chasing registration for a year now!
By the way, I`m looking for a 16" OEM Wheel and the OEM Antenna!
But can't get them over here.
Leave ur contact info for me.
I still have my orig 16" OEMs, and am willing to part ways with them.
I'm in the US, so I have no idea what the shipping would be like...
@@jeffwischhof5752 Hi
I'm looking for one rim.
Would U sell Just one?
Possibly.
What's a fair price for just one?
On my 2nd sc 300. Both never broke down on me or had any major problems. On my 2nd one only cause an old lady totalled my first one
Great cars! :) Unfortunate one was totalled. :(
just bought one yesterday will be manual swapping it first then boost is next !!
I loved ❤️ my LS 400 maybe I will look into an SC next hmmm❓
LS400 are nice cars too, you won't be disappointed if you get yourself an SC though!
Super informative video man thanks
My dad bought a brand new one 40k in 2000. When I got my license he gave me his sc400 . Trunk didn’t open doors was hanging motor was shaking brakes was gone at 200k miles. He told me have fun. And I put the car to its grave. I love this car I bought 3 more lol. I had a bmw. A maxima a civic but I always went back to a sc300/sc400. Im looking for my 4th now
SC/Soarer 4 Life 😁🤙
People tend to write off the Z30 Soarer/SC chassis mainly because a bulk of them were sold only in auto and it’s quite rare even on the JDM Spec that had the 1JZ with manual and they fetch serious premium now that word is showing up that this chassis is a excellent option to the A80 though overall clean examples are still reasonably priced with the 300/400.
Love the SC styling. Classic 90s JDM. Have a 92 SC300 5spd for sale.
how much? where you located
Nice vid
Sc300 all day
I own a few of each jzz30 1jzgte and 1uzfe uzz31 soarers love both but the onej is boss
True Soarer dedication right there! I agree, mate!