Why You are WRONG about the Lexus SC300 (Toyota Soarer)

Why You are WRONG about the Lexus SC300 (Toyota Soarer)
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When someone asks you about your thoughts on the Lexus SC300. At first glance, it looks just like any other JDM car from its era; simple, sleek design, two doors, and plenty of room for aftermarket modification. What is certain, however, is that the SC300 is one of the hidden gems of the JDM tuner market. This is especially true in the case of the 5-speed manual configuration of the SC300, of which only 4000 were made. This makes it rare, especially in this day and age, and difficult to find in decent condition. However, some thorough searching and vetting can still be done if you intend to buy a second-hand SC300. There aren't many around, but a handful are still available with less than 100,000 miles on the odometer. From sharing parts and components with legendary JDM cars to provide a better performance experience than the other cars in Lexus's fleet, it's time to unravel and analyze just what makes the Lexus SC300 such an underrated car.The SC300 was not the first iteration of the range, however. The first in the range to be released to the public was the SC400, heavier but with a V8 engine, in 1991. The Sc300 was released a year later in 1992 as an in-line six-cylinder alternative. Later on, the manufacturer also released other relatively well known models such as the SC430 and SC500.. In this video, we are looking into Why You are WRONG about the Lexus SC300
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[@losdc5185]

Proud owner of my 98 Sc300 and I love it. When I got mine, it sat in a garage for over 5 years. It was literally a barn find and it did need some work. After a full restoration of the car, paint, suspension, full tune up and exterior mods. The car was perfect again. It’s my forever car and I love the attention it gets when other enthusiasts see the car and know exactly what the car is!

[@theday2learn]

they are such great cars. I recently purchased a 2023 Civic Type R and made me fall in love with the Japanese brands again

[@ernestodiaz8815]

Stop talking abt it to keep the price down bruh I want to buy one😢

[@theday2learn]

Such a good purchase! I hope you find one and that was well maintained! Good luck

[@justinshivrattan7660]

Tbh half of are high in price in nyc

[@theday2learn]

@@justinshivrattan7660 secret got out? Or always been that way?

[@justinshivrattan7660]

@theday2learn it's been like that, this is not news

[@justinshivrattan7660]

Jdm cars that are true sleepers in 2023 are like infiniti g20 or and 90s nissan sentra which came with a sr20 from a 240sx and ppl some still don't know that and the cars for under 5k eazy

[@keane2292]

2:06 I assume this was a mistake, but for anyone who doesn't know, the 2jz-ge engine did not come with a turbo, and was naturally aspirated.

[@peterdinklage2165]

This was my original favorite car. I wanted one for years, almost got one a few years ago, but wound up going with a Z32, sold it, and now im in a lexus is250. Love my car.

[@theday2learn]

If only these cars were more appreciated when they were around instead of the small suv cars, we would still have more options for car enthusiasts

[@bbracing3925]

I am one of the proud owners of an "originally" 5spd 1st gen (92) Sc300's. I absolutely love this chassis.

[@theday2learn]

You have a really nice car! Thanks for watching

[@bbracing3925]

@@theday2learn Thank you. Great video. It blows people's minds when I tell them that I daily drive a 31 year old Lexus (60 mi. minimum), all original drivetrain, 200,000 miles and still going strong for the foreseeable future. Underrated car is an understatement.

[@Jack-jw3rd]

lucky man, I've got a 1992 sc400 at around 145k miles, daily drive it, and I love it more than any other car lol- manual swap is top of the list

[@bbracing3925]

@@Jack-jw3rd I daily mine too - 204,000 mi. "Original drivetrain". A great "driver" mod for our cars - (Celica GTS seats & steering wheel) - cheep and easy mod, huge difference!

[@dustynshaffer9493]

Bought my orig 5 speed sc300 in Rhode Island and drove it back to Texas and restored it. Now she sits in the garage protected from elements unless I take her out for a stroll to stretch the legs lol

[@bunkaaa8726]

No mention of the real mans Soarer the 1JZ GTE ?!

[@toyotafather]

why would anyone mention that car now? We made it so far with no one knowing what it is. Let's see how long we can keep it going =P

[@Rcmike1234]

1997 5spd owner here. Love it to death. Great visibility with the long doors. It feels like such a big car until i park next to anything new. Not very practical but it makes up for it in smiles. I'll admit I've been eyeing 90s JDM crown wagons I honestly have no idea how its not more popular but im not gonna complain. I met an older lady with one and wel talked for a while. She got it new and all her friends didn't understand why she still had it. Good condition Automatic sc300/400 still seem so cheap for something so comfy and reliable.

[@theday2learn]

Yeah man hard to beat those 90s cars in the feel department. I actually just picked up a 2023 Type R and closest thing to that feeling that’s new

[@phillipmitchell5879]

I loved my '95 SC300. Switched it for a '98 in 2019. Some engineering improvements in the '98 - also some cost-cutting such as lesser grade carpeting. It's AT, but now 5-spd. AT compared to earlier 4-spd. A tad more torque & quicker off the line. Only 54,500 on the clock & drives like new. A wonderful car in Many respects, not the least of which is the natural smoothness of an inline-6 (vs. a V-6). Just got a new set of Yokohamas - excellent ride! 'Love this car!!

[@radioactivegarage6967]

Got me a 1994 soarer gttl 1jzgte and I love it.

[@theday2learn]

That’s sick, good find my man!

[@knoxmiller8590]

love my 93 sc4 cant wait to start building it. 157k miles and strong💪🏽

[@theday2learn]

Heck yeah! Great car

[@jehovahsneverwitness7452]

Great content

[@theday2learn]

Thank you for watching! Appreciate it!

[@turbogears900]

Great video, lots of info.i have 1 with a 2jzgte vvti engine swap 5 speed this car in amazing .I have friends with the mk4 and my sc drivers better

[@theday2learn]

Nice! Cool to see these still being used and enjoyed

[@turbogears900]

@@theday2learn the price needs to go up

[@v8_sami]

@@turbogears900 it already has.

[@aerobiks9882]

Videos like this are why this car is going up in price every month. I'm okay with it tho cause i have a Toyota Soarer 1jz factory manual XD

[@theday2learn]

That’s a great car, thanks for watching!

[@ps.6023]

I have a MKIV TT Supra, Im considerig getting a SC300 or 400 to put a 1jzgte or 2jzgte in it as an accompanyment. I will however use the A340 automatic transmission... juuuust to make people think its slow. ;) lol

[@theday2learn]

That would be so sick!

[@ps.6023]

@@theday2learn funny thing is with my Supra kids and young adults ask if its six speed I tell them it was but I swapped it to auto because I wanted it to be faster. :D lol

[@milesjohnsen948]

What is a good price range for an sc300 nowadays? Only got 5k but can’t find any for that price or under.

[@theday2learn]

That will vary from location to location, so hard to say tbh

[@peterdinklage2165]

I'm in South Florida and sc300 generally run about 5-8k sc400 generally go for around 6-10k. Just depends on what shape the car is in and what's under the hood.

[@coutukyle3854]

I hope it has one e motor for each wheel

[@theday2learn]

Thanks for watching!

[@imanolmairena182]

I have one 💯💯💯 and I love it 🥰

[@theday2learn]

Solid car! Congrats don’t sell it and drive it it’s what they’re made for #nogaragequeens

[@bsrodeo7s]

I have both. 92 Lexus SC300, and 92 Lexus SC400. I will tell you all that it’s not an inexpensive car to maintain. I got the 92’s because of the non interference engines. Love them both. But without a turbo, the SC400 is more fun to drive.

[@theday2learn]

Dang man, you got some legit cars! I may be getting into my first JDM here soon

[@bsrodeo7s]

@@theday2learn thank you, the SC300 is my project car. I’ve replaced the engine and racing suspension. I’m looking into the turbo interchange. But both are very nice comfortable cars. Decent stock stereos, that are difficult to wire in a aftermarket stereos and still keep the functions. For a 92 vehicle, they’re very nice cars. I inherited the SC400 from my father. So I keep that one how he wanted it. I also inherited his 83 el Camino with 523 hp, and his ford f250. We have 8 cars. It’s a lot of maintenance and upkeep, but they’re all worth it. I see my SC like a Japanese corvette! LoL. Good luck, I hope you can find one that’s still in good condition.

[@riyadhrustam2503]

Yeooo chill out don’t hype the sc or soarer up. They suck;)

[@theday2learn]

Haha that’s my fault thanks for watching the video!

[@pixelnazgul]

Bro, this car is lower to the ground, and less tall than a supra. While supra is just a lazy GT car. JDM interiours of the time were all boring, so their "luxury" is actually just normality.

[@theday2learn]

You’re not wrong, what car brands or types do you like? Thanks for watching!

[@HiRiSC300]

I love mines 😁

[@theday2learn]

Hell yeah! Thanks for watching

[@gsmd2523]

I got one with 208000 miles on blessed lol

[@theday2learn]

Damn still going strong?! Hell yeah

[@emperor002002]

😁 I own 2.

[@theday2learn]

Hell yeah, you knew what was up! Thanks for watching

[@deimosphob]

the 400 was better

[@theday2learn]

I like both, I think lexus and the lexus IS are overlooked

[@dronetrucker]

SC400

[@theday2learn]

Those aren’t bad

[@dronetrucker]

@@theday2learn Supra = teenager SC300 = 20s SC400 = distinguished gentleman

[@theday2learn]

@@dronetrucker I like your style! Thanks for watching

[@zimnesamsen]

It’s an overweight Supra, much nicer than a Supra tho😊

[@theday2learn]

Yeah it’s an overweight, de-tuned engine, but like you said much nicer interior

[@toyotafather]

Manual 2.5GT Soarer is 66lb lighter than Supra

[@cchampion6176]

Lmao, what in the AI generated nonsense is this? "GDM"? 😂 Random shots of cars not in the script? FOH

[@psoup-rs8963]

Lexus is not JDM.