2004 Lexus SC 430 Review

Name: 2004 Lexus SC 430 Review
Brand: Lexus
Price: 5943 USD
Rating: 4.9 (172 reviews)

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Pros

Luxurious comfort and convenience features, beautiful interior, silky V8 engine, retractable hardtop, Lexus quality.

Cons

Sparse cargo space, cramped (and nearly useless) rear seats, doesn't inspire anything more than leisurely cruising.

What’s new

There are no significant changes to the SC 430 this year, though Lexus will offer a Pebble Beach Edition package, which includes Azure Pearl exterior paint, black bird's eye maple interior trim, run-flat tires, a rear spoiler and a black leather golf bag.

Edmunds says

Though not particularly invigorating to drive, the Lexus SC 430 counters with a serene top-down experience for a price considerably less than the competition.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$306/mo

$183/mo

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My Pebble Beach Edition

John Northen, 02/01/2004

2004 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)

I chose the "Azure Pearl" (sky blue metallic) 2004 "Pebble Beach Edition" over the SL 500 and XLR. Only 400 will be made. The trunk and "rear seat" space was nominal, at best. No problem. Actually, the so-called rear seat is perfect for my dog and light luggage. I ordered the appropriate Michelin tires rather than the "run-flats". I paid the full MSRP. Luxury …

Fabulous car for a 60th birthday gift

Molly Garofalo, 08/10/2004

2004 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)

This car makes me feel fabulous every time I get into it. If you are having a bad day just put the top down and drive your cares away. I have also had a Lexus GS and traded a new LS on this car. I have been so surprized about the amount of trunk space when the top is up. I have traveled for 3 to 4 weeks and had plenty of room for all my luggage, dog crate and …

Worth it - if you only watch the top go down!

Jay, 02/02/2016

2004 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)

The acceleration is incredible! Watching the top go down is almost as good as sex (almost)!! Even with it being an 11 year old car - the interior is luxurious - black leather with the burled dark walnut is elegant. The exterior is beautiful (not as striking as my 1999 SC400 - but excellent). Everything work like it did the day it rolled off the showroom floor. The only downside is …

Fun Luxury Convertible

jhawley, 07/15/2007

2004 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)

I love the design, comfort and hardtop/convertibility ease. Plenty of power while not a race car.

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2004 SC 430 Highlights

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$62,875
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	18 MPG
Cost to Drive	$306/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	8.8 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the SC 430 include:

Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control

2004 Lexus SC 430 Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

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Worth it - if you only watch the top go down!

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.

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My Pebble Beach Edition

Fabulous car for a 60th birthday gift

Worth it - if you only watch the top go down!

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}