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I was thinking 4th or 11th September. I have asked admin and await their response. 

I am open to suggestions but the Cat and Fiddle in the middle of the countryside on the tops just south of Buxton looks like a promising contender to me.

21 minutes ago, Neil E said:

It's always a challenge to find a date and a venue that appeals to all interested members. There are a few in the Midlands who might fancy a trip North, maybe try for a nice spot in the Peak District?

That sounds good, I live right on the edge of the peak district infact did a 75 mile circuit to of it today with top down. I'm happy meeting anywhere but pubs have loos which is a plus to meet at a pub. Can you sound out the guys you know in the Midlands but it needs to be fairly soon or certainly before the weather breaks.

Thanks John and Neil for your replies but there appears to be a distinct lack of responses from members in the north of England. 

Shame I can't search members by area and contact them directly.

I still remain hopeful that more will respond, then we can look at a venue central to the interested parties.  

I wonder how many SC430 owners are out there in my neck of the woods who would enjoy meeting other owners and their cars?

Anyone interested?

Perish the thought!!!

Hi Thomas

How did you go on with the Liquid Leather Scuff Master, as that is an impending job I need to do?

Regards Anthony 

We were travelling through Huddersfield yesterday and saw another SC430.

My 10 year old was beside himself to follow him so we could look at his car.

We parked in an underground carpark and enjoyed 5 minutes talking SC430.

On 5/10/2021 at 5:36 PM, Scrawp said:

Hello, 

Has anyone had a stainless steel exhaust system fitted to a 54 plate sc430,if so how did it cost. 

Thank you for your help.....garry 

Hi Garry

My exhaust is showing signs of terminal corrosion so I have been investigating the alternatives myself.

A Lexus system is no doubt very expensive but will be excellent quality, but to improve the v8 growl it appears that a bespoke system is the way forward.

I presume with some investigation there are reputable ones in Nottingham but if you want to travel up to Leeds there are two that have come highly recommended to me. Tony Banks Exhausts and Keltec Exhausts.

To travel even further there is Lexusman on this site who is the go to man for all jobs SC430. 

Good luck and let us all know how you get on.

Anthony

Hi Rich

My car has now been in with Lexus Leeds on two occasions and is in again tomorrow to hopefully complete the initial work which was required.

Both my car and me continue to be looked after very well by staff who are professional, knowledgable and friendly. 

Thanks, Anthony 

As somebody who for many years watched many cars come up for sale and then be sold, I finally took the plunge last month.

My first thought was it must be as late as I can find but vehicles from the last three years of production are like hens teeth and very rarely come up for sale. Probably because most owners are enthusiasts and buy them for keeps.

I bought a 2007 model, more because of condition not its age.  The compromise was to find a good car and not get too bogged down about age.

I wish you the very best of luck and hope you find the car you are looking for.

Now you tell me....lol

I have been working on my SC430 most days since I got it 3 weeks ago on Thursday.

A full t-cut and two coats of Collinite wax (sorry, I am a bit of a dinosaur and use old fashioned products!) and the work has made a huge difference.

For the headlights I used the Isopon kit from eBay. Just P1000 sandpaper, solvent wipes and spray sealer. All went well until the spray sealer which has left a mottled effect despite being well shaken, used at the correct distance and following the instructions correctly. I am hoping when fully dry they may polish to improve the surface. (any advice welcome)

For the tailpipes I used Autosol and just like the utube clip it was brilliant but hard work!

Thanks

Can anyone help me?

I need to aquire a chrome finisher for the bonnet lip on my 2007 SC430. The os fastener bolt has broken off it. 

Did the finisher stay the same when they changed to 6 grille?

Has anyone got one to sell or know of one.

Thanks  

Hi guys

I am one week into owning my SC430 and have not stopped smiling every time I drive it!

I used Lexus Leeds to carry out the airbag recall, a safety check and look at some concerns. I was very pleased with how professional, knowledgeable and friendly the service advisor was and how he made me feel a valued customer.

I know that main dealer servicing is expensive but I believe in it and intend to use them in future.

Oneflewover (Paul) has stated that on his last visit to them his last mot was not carried out by them. I asked about that and was informed that it would be rare for any work to be not carried out internally and they now have more than one mot tester and should not reoccur again.

I am also suffering an estimated wait of 3 weeks for Lexus to supply them 3 shock absorbers for my vehicle (blamed on covid), so if any of you guys need parts there could be a lengthy delay!

Hi there,

I have noticed there are a few guys on eBay who are breaking sc430's, so you might get lucky from one of them. 

Ant