Every so often a car manufacturer builds a car so out of its normal range that the whole automotive world stops to stare at it. Such was the case with the Acura NSX.
Development began as early as 1984, and when Honda debuted the car as an Acura model for America in 1990, the automotive press raved. The company had come up with a winner, and in many comparison tests, it regularly trounced its Porsche 911, Chevy Corvette and Ferrari 348 competition.
The Acura NSX is sophisticated in many regards, and technology developed in Honda's Formula One program trickled into the car. Its aluminum 3.0-liter V-6 produces 270 hp and features dual overhead cams and variable valve timing. The unit is mounted transversely midship, and balance is impeccable - even on the limit. The car was the first to utilize an all-aluminum monocoque body, and it also features an aluminum suspension, both of which keep weight down. Much of the development input came thanks to Honda's ace F1 driver, the late Ayrton Senna.
The NSX became Honda's flagship overnight, as well as the most expensive Japanese car in America. But it was still a Honda, which meant reliability had been built-in: It is happy to rev at 8,000 rpm all day and then do it again without much incident.
This NSX is a beautiful example. The car was purchased new in California by its first owner who enjoyed and owned it for 16 years (45,284 miles). The second owner purchased the NSX and brought it to Columbus Ohio, where it saw only about 2000 miles in 7 years. It has a clean CarFax that shows the car's history. The body/paint are in wonderful original condition (see photos). The interior is also in excellent condition. When you look over and drive the NSX, it's easy to see that it’s two owners maintained and cared for this car very well over the years.
Ownership, miles and maintenance history: (The NSX has been serviced at Hoehn Acura of Carlsbad, Ca.)
First owner, California, 4/6/95
Passed emissions inspection, Ca., 10/22/96 7,749 miles, 1/14/99 12,315 miles, 2/5/01 20,136 miles, 3/3/03 24,430, 6/7/05 29,771, 3/24/07 38,718 miles, 3/17/09 43,515 miles, 2/19/11 45,284 miles
Service: 3/15/00, recommended maintenance and 30,000 mile service performed, alignment, electrical systems checked, engine/powertrain computer/module checked, two tires mounted
5/1/06, 60,000 mile service performed, brakes checked, rear brake pads replaced
6/14/07, 40,112 miles, clutch assembly replaced/clutch master cylinder replaced
basic services have been done by Hoehn Acura of Carlsbad Ca.from 4/95 - 2/11
Second owner, Ohio, 9/2/11 45,365 miles
Service: 8/9/12, 46,006 miles, oil/filter plus Acura multi point inspection, Acura Columbus Oh
5/1/15, 47,202 miles, oil/filter, replaced clutch slave cylinder,
The car was only driven about 900 miles in the next two years.
The Acura drives and performs perfectly, plus looks amazing doing it.
For more info and/or photos, contact Chuck at 419-618-3855.
Inspections are welcome and must be done before the conclusion of this listing.
The NSX is being offered locally and on other websites, we reserve the right to stop this listing before its conclusion.
The car is being sold 'as is' with NO warranty stated or implied.