This 1997 Acura NSX-T was purchased by the seller in March 2015 and now shows just under 74k miles. Approximately five years ago, one of the previous owners commissioned a repaint, refurbished the interior, and added suspension, drivetrain, intake, and exhaust components from Science of Speed as described below. Additionally, a Kenne Bell supercharger was fitted to the 3.2-liter VTEC V6 and the 6-speed transmission received a Science of Speed sport clutch. A 60k-mile service has also been completed, including a new timing belt. This NSX is now being offered with around five years of service records covering major alterations, the original wheels and various removed OEM parts, a Carfax report, and a clean Colorado title in the seller’s name.
According to the Carfax, this car was sold new in Wisconsin. It was damaged after being overturned in January 2001, including body damage and air bag deployment according to the seller. An accompanying accident report is shown on the Carfax a few months prior to the car moving to California. A frame measurement report is also provided in the gallery, reportedly showing that the structure is within factory spec. The seller states that this car was given a repaint approximately five years ago, and the front bumper skirt, lower lip, and driver’s lower panel were replaced at that time. A Guppy antenna has also been fitted, and additional exterior pictures are provided in the gallery below.
The modified suspension system utilizes adjustable anti-sway bars with Cedar Ridge non-compliance end links, Cedar Ridge front suspension compliance clamps, Science of Speed non-compliance rear beam bushings, Cedar Ridge toe links, Cedar Ridge pivot clamps, and JDM Honda NSX-R front and lower chassis reinforcement bars. Pictures of the included OEM wheels are shown in the gallery.
New struts and tires were installed in August 2013 at ~63k miles, and OZ Ultraleggera alloy wheels have also been added. Other alterations include a Science of Speed urethane steering rack bushing kit and rebuilt/repainted brake calipers.
Inside, the seller states that one of the previous owners refreshed the cabin with carbon fiber trim, a new carbon fiber and leather steering wheel rim, and more as depicted in the gallery. The factory radio has been replaced with a Kenwood DNN991HD LCD head unit as seen below.
The 6-speed manual transmission was fitted with a new Science of Speed Sport 350 clutch roughly six months ago, which compliments a lightened flywheel and deleted clutch damper. A short shift kit is also installed along with a shorter lever, Zanardi-style boot, and Turner knob as shown above. Currently the odometer shows just under 74k miles, around 7k of which were added by the seller since March 2015.
The mid-mounted 3.2-liter VTEC V6 is equipped with a Kenne Bell supercharger, a Science of Speed high-flow catalytic converter set, and a Science of Speed Endure Lite exhaust system including an adapter pipe set. The 60k-mile service has reportedly been completed, including a new timing belt, water pump, valve cover gasket, A/C belt, air cleaner and fuel filter, tie rod adjusting bolt, brake lines and master cylinder, plus a comprehensive fluid service.
The seller states that he has maintenance and modification records covering the past five years, including a three-page modification description compiled by the previous owner shown above and in the gallery. Interested parties are encouraged to read through the previous owner’s description to get a handle on all mechanical and cosmetic alterations. Various removed OEM parts also accompany the sale according to the seller.
This car produced 390.6 wheel horsepower in August 2015 at altitude in Denver, Colorado as shown above (note that the 1997 date was a default in the system and is incorrect). According to the seller, the car produced ~425 wheel horsepower when Science of Speed ran it on their Arizona-based dyno in 2013, however no documentation was provided by the previous owner.
The entire Carfax report is shown in the gallery. It states that the car moved to California shortly after the aforementioned accident, and stayed there until moving to Illinois in 2013. It later spent time in Ohio and Colorado. Consistent odometer readings are recorded, along with a number of dealer service history records.
Previous Listing:
THE CREAM OF THE CROP
Classic 1997 Acura NSX-T, you won't find a better one
$79,990
78,000 miles
425 bhp, 391 whp
Full Science-of-Speed build
Formula red exterior, camel interior
Exceptional condition, interior and exterior; meticulously and lovingly maintained
Upgraded intake, fuel system, engine, exhaust, drivetrain, racing suspension, premium sound system, more!
All paperwork available re. modifications, improvements, and subsequent maintenance
Independently dyno-tested-and-tuned
Fully proven out in solo sessions on the track (High Plains Raceway) by a professional driver, and the 2016 Central City Hill Climb event
Comes with all original parts - for the true aficionado who wants the option to fully restore to factory condition
Comes with 2 wheelsets - original factory, and racing
Plate number "3ABM581" (google it)
Too many other extras to list
Everything works!
Mods / Upgrades - Highlights:
Intake:
Kenne Bell supercharger
Science of Speed (SOS) Lasimova intercooler, heat exchanger, water pump, hoses
Upgraded intake manifold
Fuel System:
Computer-controlled AEM F/IS "piggyback" fuel-ignition unit - dyno-tuned for Colorado elevation by Import Sports Performance
New fuel pump, injectors, tank unit
Exhaust:
CT Engineering sport headers
SOS hi-flow catalytic converter set
SOS Endure Lite exhaust system and exhaust adapter pipe set
Awesome sound! this car is angry when you wake it up
Engine upgrades:
Factory oil pressure sensor upgrade kit
Alternator
Spark plugs
Bypass valve
Custom valve cover
Custom engine hatch struts
Water pump
Components replaced @ 60k miles:
timing belt
A/C belt
valve cover gasket
brake master cylinder & brake lines
Drivetrain:
SOS Sport 350 clutch and flywheel with clutch damper delete
Short shift kit, short stalk lever, boot and knob
Suspension:
Bilstein struts
SOS adjustable anti-sway bars with Cedar Ridge non-compliance end links
Cedar Ridge front suspension compliance clamps
SOS non compliance rear beam bushings, Cedar Ridge toe links, Cedar Ridge pivot clamps
Honda JDM NSX-R front and lower chassis reinforcement bars
SOS urethane steering rack bushing kit