Used 1998 Lexus SC
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1998 Lexus SC Overview
SC Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Lexus SC (1992-2000) a 4.8 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 215 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Lexus SC
"Love My Lex"
"I've had a 1992 Lexus SC300 for over 8 years now. It has been an awesome car. When i tell people its a 92 their jaws drop because it looks like a new model. Lexus was so far ahead of the curve at that time its almost hilarious if you look at a 92 BMW. Anyone considering one of these would be happy!"
"Best Used CAR Value Ever"
"ok listen lots of us are partial for various reasons but mine are simple the first one i had was a 97 with 120k on it drove and smelled brand new second 94 with 115 on it the same, and now i just bought a 92 with 78k orig miles 1 owner it is flawless i was in the car buis for years and have had and driven almost eveything there is, and the sc400 has sold me for life, power ,luxury, and endless choices of styling, allthough i have left mine showroom orig, and wouldent trade it for a new 430. it is just one of those special cars in history, also it would have been a toyota supra until they changed everything and created lexus note all the simularities, anyway drive one and make you own conclusions one thing for sure you wont be dissapointed in any of them that were well cared for. by the way i got what was new a 50 k cash car, and i paid 6 k cash and own it and it looks new so go figure on the value part ;-) happy lexus owner in lasvegas sc 400 for me!!!"
"Fantastic...ahead of its era..."
"I have owned this car since it was 8 months old, was a demo at local dealer...This car now has 160K on the clock and a few scrapes and bumps but this car is fantastic. I have owned Vettes,Porshes,Acura,Mercedes and a host American so called luxury cars, but this one by far has surpassed them all...I even gave this car to my daughter and son when they went away to college but now I have ity back (Hooray),as I said it needs a little work but now its my daily driver,weekend rider and mine again....!!!!!!!!!"
Overall 1998 Lexus SC Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Lexus SC is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Lexus SC quality a 4.8 out of 5.
1998 Lexus SC Reliability
The 1998 Lexus SC receives an average consumer rating of 4.8 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1998 SC Features
According to drivers of the 1998 SC, here are some of its best features:
- Fun to drive and good looking
- Everything about it
- Quality, large v8 timeless
- A wonderfully comfortable highway cruiser.
- Best all around vehicle!
1998 Lexus SC MPG by Trim
1998 SC SC 400 Sport Coupe 2D - city 17 MPG - hwy 23 MPG
1998 SC SC 300 Sport Coupe 2D - city 17 MPG - hwy 22 MPG
1998 SC Safety
1998 Lexus SC Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Traction Control
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
1998 Lexus SC
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1998 Lexus SC Values and Prices
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1998 Lexus SC Depreciation
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1998 Lexus SC Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
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2022 | - | $5,627 | $4,507 | ||
2023 | + $535 | $6,162 | $4,946 | ||
2024 | $206 | $5,956 | $4,678 | ||
2025 | $131 | $5,825 | $4,544 |
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1998 Lexus SC Depreciation
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3655 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 75.4 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 84.7 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 20.6 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.3 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 44.1 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 4 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.1 inches | ||
Overall Length | 192.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.0 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 9.3 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.1 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 105.9 inches | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4497 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 70.9 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 17 mpg | ||
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Highway | 23 mpg | ||
Combined | 19 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
5 speed | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 290 @ 6000 RPM | ||
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Torque | 300 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | V8, 4.0 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 6.3 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 149 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 6 years / 70000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
1998 Lexus SC Safety
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| Price | N/A | N/A | $70,195 | N/A | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | N/A | 4.7 | N/A | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.8 | N/A | 3.8 | 4.3 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 17/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 26 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 58 MPGe | City 16/Hwy 25/Comb 19 MPG | City 14/Hwy 22/Comb 17 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Gas | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | N/A | $86,760 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years | |
| Horsepower | 290 @ 6000 RPM | 600 HP | 490 @ 6450 RPM | 759 @ 6500 RPM | |
| Engine | V8, 4.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, Supercharged, 2.0 Liter | V8, 6.2 Liter | V12, Twin Turbo, 5.2 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |