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Used 2005 Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Best convertable?

peter john, 12/29/2008
Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful

I used to have a Mazda Miata back in 1990 and belonged to the Miata Club of America. Then went to a Mercedes 190 evo. loved the car but the fun factor was not there. Now this Lexus is a dream come true! Power, style, and reliability! Wow! By far the best car in the world for me. I love to just hop in and drive with no destination in mind. Looking to go from Toronto to Vancouver next summer. What other car would be as awesome?

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Dream Car

John M, 08/24/2005
Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I have never had so much fun driving a car. It is smooth, comfortable and just a treat to drive. I have had trouble putting the key in the ignition a few times and will bring this to the attention of the dealer. Probably something I am doing wrong, because there is nothing else wrong about this car. I love it. Getting a combined 19.8 miles per gallon, city & Highway

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A Good Way to Spoil Your Wife

David Mac, 11/08/2004
Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This is my third Lexus and it is every bit a Lexus - which is a good thing! (Previously owned '96 ES300 and '99 LX470) My wife is short and petite, and although this is not a performance car like my '99 Vette Convertible or '97 911 Carrera S, it fits her perfectly and she likes it much better. Having a manual top in the Vette, the automatic top is great - especially as we age! And for the price, any performance shortcomings are easily forgiven. If you want to win points and spoil your wife, this is the car!

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5 out of 5 stars

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momota, 06/07/2005
Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Despite some saying the back seat is useless, I find it perfect for storage ... golf clubs fit, groceries, small travel bags, etc. This is in addition to extra space in the trunk even with the top retracted. I find it has more room than the z3, z4, audi tt, mercedes slk, etc. Also it has absolutely THE BEST stereo. And it is tons of fun to drive in luxury!

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5 out of 5 stars

Total Class

eric, 06/11/2005
Lexus SC 430 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This is simply the best car I have ever had. It rides beautifully, the levinson stereo is amazing, the new wheels are much improved, and retracting the roof is quick, simple push of a button. The interior is absolutely gorgeous.

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