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1998 Lexus SC 300/400 SC 400

JT8CH32Y0W1000818
4.0L V8 DOHC 24V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
JAPAN
Built in
No factory image on file
1998 Lexus SC 300/400

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID JT8 Lexus · Asia · Japan
VDS · Descriptor CH32Y SC 300/400 SC 400
VIS · Vehicle ID 0W1000818 1998 · Serial 000818

Basic Information

MakeLexus
ModelSC 300/400
Year1998
TrimSC 400
Body StyleCOUPE 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerLexus
CountryJAPAN

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V8 DOHC 24V
Transmission5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant Code1
Serial Number000818

Basic Information

Model Year 1998
Make Lexus
Model SC 300/400
Trim Level SC 400

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Torque @ RPM 300 @ 4000
Displacement 4.0L/242
Fuel System EFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 290 @ 6000
Engine Type 4.0L V8 DOHC 24V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 5A OD
Transmission-long 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 3655
Overall Length 192.50
Overall Width 70.90
Overall Height 53.20
Wheelbase 105.90
Standard Seating 4
Standard Towing 1600
Maximum Towing 1600
Wheelbase (in) 105.9
Height, Overall (in) 52.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.9

Color Options

Interior Trim
Exterior Color

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Leather Seat Standard
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 20.60
Fuel Economy-city 19
Fuel Economy-highway 25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 25

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in JAPAN
Body Style COUPE 2-DR
Turning Diameter 36.10
Tires 225/55R16
Front Headroom 38.30
Rear Headroom 36.10
Front Legroom 44.10
Rear Legroom 27.20
Front Shoulder Room 56.00
Rear Shoulder Room 52.70
Front Hip Room 55.10
Rear Hip Room 39.20
Ground Clearance 5.10
Track Front 59.80
Track Rear 60.00
Passenger Volume 75.40
Cargo Volume 9.30
MSRP $53,000
Dealer Invoice $45,501
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Rear Tire Size P225/55R16
Front Tire Size P225/55R16

Pattern Information

PatternJT8CH32Y W
WMI JT8 (Japan, Asia)