ddr2088

Thanks for the responses.

I appreciate it.

I have driven both, and while the sc300 with the manual is fun... the bellow and punch of the V8 cannot be matched. The V8 in the SC is the same as the LS400, which Toyota spent hundreds of millions developing. I know for sure that if reliability is a concern, the first generation 92-94 is the most reliable. Also for the 94 and maybe the 93, you get better safety features, and larger brakes. The late models 98-00 have more punch and VVT-i, but in my opinion the addition of the small front grille and metal rimmed taillights kind of takes away from the timeless form. I bout mine two years ago for $7500 with 62000 miles, so there old and good ones are out there.

As far as repairs are concerned, always consult with another mechanic, instead of going to your local Lexus dealer, while its comforting knowing that the techs are trained specifically fro your car, the price premium is not worth it.

I wish you luck in finding your own beauty.

I am possibly in the market for an SC but was not sure which would be a better buy, the 300 or 400. I am not real familiar with this Lexus model.

Can anyone share some of their thoughts about the positive and negative of both models.

Is one known to be more reliable then the other?

Are the later years more reliable?

How is the expensive is upkeep.

Thank you.