2002 Lexus SC430

4.3L Naturally Aspirated V8 | 5-Speed Automatic | Pioneer Audio Heat Unit

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LOT #

260966049

JDM

Vehicle Price$18,500
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$19,799
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
JTHFN48YX20003017
Lot Number:
260966049
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
101,218 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
4.3L Naturally Aspirated V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New York
  • 2002 Lexus SC 430
  • 4.3L Naturally Aspirated V8
  • 5-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Black Exterior
  • Black Leather Interior
  • Power-Retractable Hardtop
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Navigation System w/ Compass
  • Trunk Mat
  • Wheel Locks
  • Pioneer Audio Heat Unit

Overview of 2002 Lexus SC430 For Sale by Owner

The 2002 Lexus SC 430 arrived as Lexus’ interpretation of the luxury grand tourer, combining V8 power with a power-retractable hardtop and a cabin designed for long-distance comfort. Showing 101,218 miles, this example is finished in Black and pairs its 4.3L naturally aspirated V8 with a 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Factory equipment includes run-flat tires, a rear spoiler, navigation with compass, and wheel locks, while an aftermarket Pioneer audio head unit brings a more modern interface to the cabin. With the roof raised it offers the refinement of a traditional coupe, while lowering the hardtop transforms it into an open-air V8 cruiser.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 2002 Lexus SC 430 is finished in Black and features the smooth, rounded styling that defined Lexus’ early-2000s flagship convertible. Its signature power-retractable hardtop allows the car to transition between enclosed coupe and open-top configurations without sacrificing the SC’s clean profile. A factory rear spoiler adds a subtle sporting touch, while run-flat tires and wheel locks are also part of this example’s equipment. The combination of its low-slung proportions, long doors, and folding metal roof gives the SC 430 a distinctive grand-touring presence. The interior of this 2002 Lexus SC 430 is trimmed in leather and focuses heavily on comfort and touring refinement. Factory navigation with a compass provides period-correct technology, while the aftermarket Pioneer audio head unit updates the entertainment system with a more contemporary interface. A trunk mat adds practicality to the luggage area, and the hardtop design allows the cabin to retain the more substantial feel of a coupe when the roof is raised.

Engine

Powering this 2002 Lexus SC 430 is a 4.3L naturally aspirated V8 paired with a 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission. Power is delivered exclusively to the rear wheels, giving the SC 430 the traditional front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout expected of a luxury grand tourer. The naturally aspirated V8 emphasizes smooth, effortless power delivery rather than outright aggression, fitting the SC 430’s character as a refined V8 cruiser equally suited to top-down driving or relaxed highway touring.

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Passenger side photo of 2002 Lexus SC430

2002 Lexus SC430

Current Ask
$18,500

The 2002 Lexus SC 430 arrived as Lexus’ interpretation of the luxury grand tourer, combining V8 power with a power-retractable hardtop and a cabin designed for long-distance comfort. Showing 101,218 miles, this example is finished in Black and pairs its 4.3L naturally aspirated V8 with a 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Factory equipment includes run-flat tires, a rear spoiler, navigation with compass, and wheel locks, while an aftermarket Pioneer audio head unit brings a more modern interface to the cabin. With the roof raised it offers the refinement of a traditional coupe, while lowering the hardtop transforms it into an open-air V8 cruiser.

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Passenger side photo of 2005 Lexus SC430

2005 Lexus SC430

Current Ask
$28,999

Designed to blend the refinement of a luxury coupe with the freedom of top-down touring, the Lexus SC 430 remains one of the brand's most elegant grand touring convertibles. Introduced for the 2002 model year, the SC 430 quickly earned a reputation for exceptional build quality, silky-smooth V8 performance, and unmatched long-term reliability—qualities that continue to make it a favorite among enthusiasts seeking a comfortable, dependable luxury cruiser. This 2005 Lexus SC 430 shows just 57,321 miles and is finished in Millennium Silver Metallic over an Ivory leather interior. Equipped with desirable factory accessories and complemented by aftermarket chrome wheels, this hardtop convertible is perfectly suited for everything from relaxed coastal drives to long-distance road trips.

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Passenger side photo of 2003 Lexus SC430

2003 Lexus SC430

Current Ask
SOLD

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$64,000

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Passenger side photo of 2002 Lexus SC430

2002 Lexus SC430

Current Ask
$18,500

The 2002 Lexus SC 430 arrived as Lexus’ interpretation of the luxury grand tourer, combining V8 power with a power-retractable hardtop and a cabin designed for long-distance comfort. Showing 101,218 miles, this example is finished in Black and pairs its 4.3L naturally aspirated V8 with a 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Factory equipment includes run-flat tires, a rear spoiler, navigation with compass, and wheel locks, while an aftermarket Pioneer audio head unit brings a more modern interface to the cabin. With the roof raised it offers the refinement of a traditional coupe, while lowering the hardtop transforms it into an open-air V8 cruiser.

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Current Ask
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Current Ask
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$64,000

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