Lexus SC 430 (Z40) Convertible (2001-2010)

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Product Overview

Lexus SC 430 (chassis code Z40) is a luxury mid-size hardtop convertible in production from 2001 to 2010. It was powered by a 3UZ-FE naturally-aspirated V8 engine that displaced 4.3 liters.
The successor to the original SC coupe, the SC430 re-popularized the hardtop convertible concept in the industry. With it, Lexus sought to kill two birds with one stone: the car was meant both as a coupe and as a convertible.
Over the years, the SC430 has proven to be the most reliable convertible made in the last two decades. Its exceptional drivetrain is virtually indestructible, while its styling has proven to be timeless.
The car's double-wishbone + multi-link suspension setup affords it rather good handling characteristics, even though the chassis is not the most rigid.

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What we found**

Neofiliac score 97% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Sensuous, elegant styling
  • Folding hard top
  • Superb drivetrain reliability
  • Characterful V8
  • Easy to maintain and DIY
Cons
  • Small cargo capacity
  • Useless rear seats

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Specifications

5AT6AT

Capacity

Cargo Capacity135 L / 4.8 cu-ft ~ 450 L / 15.9 cu-ft
Fuel Capacity85.0 L / 22.5 gal
Passengers4
Payload

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearMulti-link
Tire Size245/40 R18

Construction

Body Style2-door Convertible

Dimensions

Size | Height1349.0 mm / 53.1 in
Size | Length4515 mm / 177.8 in4534 mm / 178.5 in
Size | Width1825 mm / 71.9 in
Track Width | Front1550.0 mm / 61.0 in
Track Width | Rear1535.0 mm / 60.4 in
Weight
Wheelbase2620 mm / 103.1 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph
Fuel Economy
Top Speed250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Engine | Bore91.0 mm / 3.6 in
Engine | Compression Ratio10.5:1
Engine | Displacement4.3 L / 262.0 cu-in / 4293.0 cc
Engine | Power285.0 hp / 212.5 kW @ 5600 rpm
Engine | Specific Output66.4 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke82.5 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Torque419 Nm / 309.0 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V8 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears5-speed6-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability2001 ~ 20052006 ~ 2010

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