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Used 2003 Lexus SC 430 Consumer Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

It's a keeper

dutch, 06/01/2006
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Yes, it does not handle like a porsche, but who cares! Top up or down you will not find a more enjoyable, relaxing cruising experience. Not a single problem in 3+ years of driving attests to the overall quality of the car. Cheaper than quite a few of the alternatives and still a car that gets approving looks and compliments just about any day that I drive it.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

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brewsterfl, 09/04/2002
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

best car out there

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4.5 out of 5 stars

in 2013 still turns heads

mrcongeniality, 09/22/2013
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
11 of 18 people found this review helpful

These cars were so ahead of there time in 2002. It is a great car overall and for a used convertible this is the best value you can get for a used convertible under 15k (2002 to 2004 used ones). Do not use in snow at all. Not even once inch it will crash. My friend who had one told me this. It drives smooth and refined and its reliable. If you buy a German used convertible you'll spend a lot in repairs. You won't with this. I don't have the run flats but I hear they are a problem. The top is up and down in 25 seconds.

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5 out of 5 stars

My favorite car ever

Radford, 01/01/2003
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The kids are educated and I deserved to the treat for ME! This car is the most fun I have ever had with a vehicle including SL Mercedes and 7 series BMW. Nothing else compares with it.

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5 out of 5 stars

The Pleasure of Its Company

David Becker, 10/25/2002
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Flawless. Wonderful handling and acceleration coupled with the most elegant in design and execution, both interior and exterior. Unusually quiet with the top down, and strikingly so with top up. This car is a real pleasure to drive and enjoy. This car is significantly superior to my former BMW M3 convertible with far better reliability and dealer support.

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5 out of 5 stars

feels like flying a plane !

tamiami, 02/19/2003
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This car is absolutely a dream ! Would never go back to a porshe after driving this !

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Amazing

Dr.J, 08/25/2009
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've always love to drive at night with the sunroof open. This car blows a sunroof away. Amazing power. Dead silent cabin with top down at high speed. Completely exhilarating. I look forward to the commute to work.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

it's wonderful to drive an sc430 daily

kay , 12/05/2003
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This car is wonderful to drive and gives you much comfort if you are a busy, hardworking person. It is especially lovely to drive with the top down. Nothing has gone wrong at all.

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5 out of 5 stars

Magnificent car

jbt, 09/06/2003
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This car is just a lot of fun to drive. It is smooth, comfortable. The dashboard is well laid out and convenient to use. The navigation system is outstanding. The top retracts with great style. This car is beautiful to see moving or parked.

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5 out of 5 stars

SC430 thoughts & wishlist

oeo, 08/23/2003
2003 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Overall I no-longer consider the SC430 a sports car. It is a very fine, very reliable, high quality, innovative, high value SPORTY car. It is not a sports car like a Porsche, etc.

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