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1997 Lexus SC 300/400 SC 400

JT8CH32Y1V0053466
4.0L V8 DOHC 24V
Engine
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
JAPAN
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 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 1V0053466 1997 · Serial 053466

Basic Information

MakeLexus
ModelSC 300/400
Year1997
TrimSC 400
Body StyleCOUPE 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerLexus
CountryJAPAN

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V8 DOHC 24V
Transmission4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant Code0
Serial Number053466

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Lexus
Model SC 300/400
Trim Level SC 400

Engine & Performance

Displacement 4.0L/242
Fuel System EFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 260 @ 5300
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 270 @ 4500
Engine Type 4.0L V8 DOHC 24V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 4A OD
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 3605
Overall Length 192.50
Overall Width 70.90
Overall Height 53.20
Wheelbase 105.90
Standard Seating 4
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 2000
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.9
Height, Overall (in) 53.2
Wheelbase (in) 105.9

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 18
Fuel Economy-highway 23
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 23

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 $50,800
Dealer Invoice $43,612
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Front Tire Size P225/55R16
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7
Rear Tire Size P225/55R16
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7

Pattern Information

PatternJT8CH32Y V
WMI JT8 (Japan, Asia)