As its roof comes down, excitement levels pick up.
The top retracts in seconds
Simply touch a button and in a few moments the lightweight but remarkably strong aluminium top retracts. Lexus was one of the first innovators of the retractable hardtop in the premium luxury car segment, something that has been mimicked by many other car makers since.
Slip into something more aerodynamic
Designed in a boutique Lexus studio on the French Riviera, the styling does more than capture your attention with its adventurous curves. Its aerodynamic form slips along breathlessly with low drag, ensuring Lexus renowned standards of quietness may still be savoured with the top down.
Chic 18" alloy wheels
The SC 430 is fitted with six spoke 18" alloys in a dark premium metallic paint, exclusively designed for the SC 430*. They enhance the body's sleek lines, while low profile 245/40 ZR18 tyres optimise handling.
Attention to detail with puddle lamps
It’s the thoughtful touches that distinguish the SC 430 from other vehicles. Puddle lamps on the exterior mirrors provide illumination to the bottom of the both the driver’s and passenger’s doors to assist with entry and exit to the vehicle at night*.
Intuitive rain sensing wipers
You'll be able to keep your mind focused on your driving as rain sensing wipers activate. When in 'Auto Mode', the wipers activate the moment the sensor detects the first drops of rain on the windscreen.
The clarity of rain dispersing glass
For a clearer vision on rainy days, a water repellent coating on the front side windows accelerates dispersion of water droplets as you drive.
Heated exterior mirrors
To help your rear visibility on wet days, the external mirrors are heated.They activate whenever the rear de-mister is turned on.
* From August 2009 production only.