2006 LEXUS SC430 - 25,567 MILES

This 2006 Lexus SC430 is a refined convertible grand tourer, with an attractive Dark Granite finish, a comprehensive maintenance history and very low mileage. Under the bonnet sits a 4.3-litre V8, producing around 288hp and 317lb-ft of torque, coupled with a slick six-speed automatic transmission. The odometer currently indicates 25,567 miles from new.

First registered in 2006, and with just one previous keeper on the V5C, this Lexus has been in the hands of its current keeper for 14 years, and has evidently been cherished. As a post-facelift car, it benefits from the upgraded dampers and chassis tuning, which delivered a more comfortable ride and sharper handling to address some criticisms of the early model.

The bodywork of this Lexus is all in great condition, and it is finished with Dark Granite paintwork. The condition of the finish has been described as excellent, though the vendor has indicated a few small imperfections, such as a touched-in stone chip on the driver’s door and a small dent on the offside front wing, which is likely an easy fix with paintless dent removal. Some kerbing scuffs are also present on the 18-inch wheels, though they could be much improved with a straightforward refurbishment.

Inside, the Ecru Leather trim is in excellent shape, with just a few light creases to the door card inserts and the base of the driver’s seat. Smart wood veneers run through the door card tops, three-spoke steering wheel rim, dashboard and centre console, and they are free of any notable scratches or scuffs. The cabin is equipped with heated memory seats, dual-zone climate control, cruise control, rear parking sensors, and a Mark Levinson sound system, while all of the electrics are believed to work as they should.

This SC430 has benefited from a comprehensive main dealer service history, carried out by Lexus Hatfield. The last scheduled maintenance was undertaken in February 2021 at 25,530 miles, where technicians performed a minor service, changing the engine oil, filter, spark plugs and screen wash. Prior to this, routine servicing was carried out in February 2020 at 24,932 miles, with the addition of a new battery and new front brake pads. In February 2019, the car received a new high level stop lamp and another minor service, while the cambelt was last replaced in March 2018 at 22,385 miles.

The most recent MOT test was on 16 February 2021 at 25,431 miles, which resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects, while the tyres are reported to have around 60% of their tread remaining.

Accompanying the vehicle are the original handbooks and service book, along with the unused factory toolkit, a raft of maintenance invoices and three keys; two remote fobs and a valet key.

This Lexus SC430 is a very smart example of the luxurious grand tourer, with an attractive colour scheme and very low mileage, fully supported by single main dealer service history. Presented in generally excellent condition, it would make a solid choice for any enthusiast seeking an effortless and refined convertible for weekend cruises or longer road trips.

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