(GT4) Lexus SC430

Lexus SC430



Power: 372bhp

Parts:
Port Polishing
Engine Balancing
Sports Exhaust
Racing Brakes
NA Tuning Stage 1
Computer Equip
Close Transmission
Twin-plate Clutch
Semi-racing Flywheel
1.5-way LSD
Carbon Driveshaft
FC Suspension
S3 Tires

Suspension:
Spring Rate: 10.0/9.0
Ride Height: 115/125
Bound: 3/2
Rebound: 9/4
Camber: 2.4/2.8
Toe: 0/0
Stabilizers: 3/2

Notes:
Do you use words like “fabulous,” know that Roquefort is by law a cheese that can only be aged in the natural Combalou caves of Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, and do you think that Cheddar is a village in the district of Sedgemoor? If you answered yes, yes, and yes, then this car is for you. There are plenty of people who would disagree with me on this, but I think this car looks simply… well… let’s just say it, fabulous. The SC430 isn’t trying to be cool, because it knows cool people won’t buy it. No, this SC430 is for the people who appreciate the finer things in life. Every curve in this car’s bodywork is like a moment of peace, and function be damned by design. Admittedly when you walk to the back you realize the rear end looks unfortunately like a Toyota Solara. It is like Kate Moss with Lily Cole’s rear end; it is still good looking, but you know it is off a cheaper model. Though I can appreciate the looks, I can’t appreciate the sound. I know the car was meant to be discreet, but the V8 sounds like a muffled walrus with a tooth ache. This, however, is where the Lexus ends and its wild side begins. The 4.3L V8 now produces 372bhp, and while that means that it has a worse power to weight ratio than our MR2 Spider, this SC430 is still fast. Even while lugging around 1730kg this car keeps on its toes, but at the same time it feels forgiving even on N3 tires (I would recommend giving N3’s a try, though not during a race). It doesn’t have enough power to do epic power slides, but if you turn in hard, or do anything to shift the weight a little, it’ll get sideways. This car is for those out there who love style and anonymity, but secretly fancy a car that makes their blood boil with excitement. For those who truly appreciate a Cabernet Sauvignon from Bordeaux with their broiled steak. And a day out on the track? Now that AWDA is done with it that isn’t out of the question either. (Don’t forget that this car can compete in the Stars and Stripes race in the American Hall.)