1994 Lexus SC 400 Review
Price Estimate: $6,849 - $11,106

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2 listings
- $15,499
- 65,866 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 8cyl automatic
- Victory Motorcars (1,325 mi away)
- Keyless Entry
- Extra Clean Lexus SC...
- Heated Mirrors
- Power Driver's Seat
- Security System
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Located in Houston, TX
Vehicle Overview The 1994 Lexus SC400 was a "big deal" as it was the first introductory coupe in Lexus lineup to meet the competing demand of big luxu...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JT8UZ30CXR0036454
Stock: 3002
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-07-2025 - $18,537
- 37,372 miles
- Insurance loss reported, 3 owners, personal use only
- 8cyl automatic
- Toyota of Batavia (2,198 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Heated Mirrors
- Premium Sound System
- Power Passenger Seat
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Located in Batavia, NY
Only 37,372 Miles! Vehicle theft-deterrent system, Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/mist cycle, Side-intrusion beams.* This Lexus SC 400 Feat...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JT8UZ30CXR0036244
Stock: P2757
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 01-20-2025
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1994 Lexus SC 400 2dr Coupe and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.84 per gallon for regular unleaded in California.
Monthly estimates based on costs in California
$324/mo for SC 400 Base
SC 400 Base
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$227/mo
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Lexus SC 400 Reviews
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Best $2700.00 investment
4.63 out of 5 starsnicksc400, 01/03/2012
1992 Lexus SC 400 2dr Coupe
I was looking for a used vehicle to commute 40 miles one way and this car has been very reliable . I've has this vehicle for a year with no serious problems. I now have 158k an still runs like a champ. It's a very fun car to drive with great horse power. if you run across someone selling a sc400,research and go for it!
'93 SC400 Fun, Fun, Fun!!!
4.88 out of 5 starsPFONTNEAU, 01/19/2009
1993 Lexus SC 400 2dr Coupe
Bought it in 12/2004 with 56,000 miles on it. I have enjoyed it tremendously. Great road car, holds the road and provides 18-22 MPG. Back seat is a little tight for adults and trunk could be bigger. Have replaced water pump, oil pump and other regular maintenance items. Leather drivers seat is beginning to show wear but to be expected. Gets up and goes when you mash the accelerator. … 12 CD player has been trouble - replaced with Lexus 6 CD player. Low to the ground so clearance is concern. Front spoiler below bumper is easy to get scrapped and dented. A/C and heater are great. All in all; I have enjoyed driving and owning the SC400.
'92 SC400
4.75 out of 5 starspop, 04/24/2002
1992 Lexus SC 400 2dr Coupe
Bought w/slightly over 100K mi, now at
204K. Only maint done plugs &
wires, 2 sets brake pads, tires,
alternator. All wear items except
alt. Car runs like new.
Drove friend who owns a new, Pontiac
Grand Prix GTP. He couldn't believe
that my car 10yr old car was more
quiet, comfortable & rattle-free than
his new car. Couldn't believe
handling & acceleration … either. This
car is supremely capable @ 80mph+,
which is important when you put on 50K
mi/yr. Bought car for $9K 2-1/2
yrs ago. Aside from my Kawasaki cycle
and my 4wdTurbo Celica it's the
best money I've spent. Highly
recommend this vehicle. As
close to bulletproof as it gets.
My 19 year old SC400...WOW!!!
5 out of 5 starslexustx, 01/04/2011
1992 Lexus SC 400 2dr Coupe
I recently picked up a 92 SC400 w/88K miles.
It needs some work, but it is still a blast to drive.
The engine and transmission are solid and nobody believes the car is 19 years old.
The quality and design of this car were decades ahead of its time.
I look forward to fixing it up and using it as a weekend cruiser.
Pick one up if you can, there is a reason they are ranked as one of the … Top 10 cars of all time on many lists.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1994 Lexus SC 400, so we've included reviews for other years of the SC 400 since its last redesign.
1994 SC 400 Highlights
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $324/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 9.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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