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Lexus SC repairs by problem area

Engine (55%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Lexus SC repair cost distribution

$2500+ (30%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (10%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Lexus SC 2dr Hardtop conv.

288-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Lexus SC in District of Columbia, United States
- Jun 2015
Jun 2015

85000 mi

US $320
O2 sensor (bank 1 sensor 1) replaced 
Lexus SC in California, United States
Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
Jan 2018

32000 mi
Catalytic converter 

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2005 Lexus SC

Engine not specified

Lexus SC in California, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Apr 2018

64000 mi

US $1600
New power steering pump, it leaked. Rebuilt alernator, because power steering leakage ruined alternator. 
Mar 2021

69000 mi

US $3500
2005 car with original timing chain. Time to replace. Replaced timing chain, guides, tensioner, water pump, thermostat, cover seals. Also original radiator highly corroded. Replaced radiator, hoses, coolant, and all the drive belts. 

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2004 Lexus SC 2dr Hardtop conv.

300-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Lexus SC in Illinois, United States
Dec 2020 - Jan 2022
Nov 2021

142000 mi

US $100
antenna 
Lexus SC in Indiana, United States
Mar 2020 - Sep 2024
Sep 2020

170000 mi

US $960
Replaced timing belt, water pump, serpentine belt, tensioner, radiator, hoses, spark plugs 
Jun 2022

178000 mi

US $130
front pads, RF rotor 

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2002 Lexus SC 2dr Hardtop conv.

300-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Lexus SC in Florida, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018

125000 mi

US $2800
Drivers side tie rod end replaced due to too much movement. Oil dipstick “O” ring replaced @ oil pan. $150 repair for a 0.50¢ part. 
Lexus SC in Ohio, United States
Jun 2017 - Jan 2022
Nov 2021

87000 mi

US $1300
Replace ac compressor and recharge. 

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1999 Lexus SC 2-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Lexus in Florida, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

202000 mi

US $2700
New timing belt, new spark plugs, new front main oil seal, new water pump, new valve cover gasket 

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Lexus SC Repair Histories

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