1997 Lexus SC for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.4 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 1997 Lexus SC for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1997 Lexus SC specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 4.0L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 307 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.70 | $22.93 | $22.93 |
1997 Lexus SC: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 22 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 255 L (9 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,550 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $4,586 | $4,586 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1997 Lexus SC
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1997 Lexus SC
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1997 Lexus SC for sale by us right now. Here is the 1997 Lexus SC for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
What to check on the SC
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
The numbers in plain words
Its 3.0L 6-cylinder drives through a 5-speed manual. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 12.4 L/100 km combined; 300 km takes about 37 litres. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $65.10 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Size and space
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Its 255 litres of luggage space fit about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Good uses for the SC
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends.
Rent it for a week first
Rent the SC for a week and see how it fits your life. Drive the SC on your commute before you commit to it. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car.
Running costs
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $217 at our price setting. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Which one to look for
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Within the 1997 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
When you know your dates
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1997 Lexus SC from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1997 Lexus SC for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1997 Lexus SC
Does CarmaCars sell the 1997 Lexus SC?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1997 Lexus SC before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1997 Lexus SC have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 1997 Lexus SC cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4340.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.