Doug's Take
The original Acura NSX is a Japanese sports car legend, offering a thrilling driving experience, iconic supercar styling, a high-revving, mid-mounted V6, and a beautifully balanced chassis. This particular NSX is finished in eye-catching Formula Red, and it boasts the desirable 5-speed manual transmission. It also touts a few neat modifications, like 17-inch TE37 wheels and a Seibon carbon fiber wing. Plus, this NSX comes with a Lemon Squad pre-purchase inspection report and a clean, accident-free Carfax report showing ownership in warm-weather Southern states for the vast majority of its life, for added bidder confidence.
Highlights
THIS… is a 1993 Acura NSX, finished in Formula Red with a black interior.
- This NSX features the desirable 5-speed manual transmission, and the odometer shows approximately 40,100 miles.
- The attached Carfax vehicle history report contains multiple reporting gaps, though it shows no accidents or mileage discrepancies during the given period; It also shows that this NSX has been registered in Florida and Texas until 2022.
- A partial list of notable factory equipment includes pop-up headlights, leather upholstery, power-adjustable seats, and a Bose sound system.
- Notable modifications reported by the seller include aftermarket mufflers, 17-inch TE37 wheels, and a Seibon carbon fiber wing.
- Sold as a Honda in global markets, the first-generation Acura NSX made its debut for 1991 as a user-friendly supercar with Ferrari-like performance and Japanese reliability. Aluminum construction kept weight in check, and the NSX stood out as the first production car equipped with titanium connecting rods. The original NSX went through several updates until production ended in 2005.
- Power comes from a 3.0-liter V6, rated at 270 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque. Output is sent to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission.
Equipment
A partial list of notable equipment reported by the seller includes:
- Pop-up headlights
- Leather upholstery
- Power-adjustable seats
- 6-disc CD changer
- Bose sound system
Modifications
Notable modifications reported by the seller include:
- Aftermarket mufflers
- 17-inch Rays Engineering Volk Racing TE37 wheels finished in black chrome
- Seibon carbon fiber wing
Known Flaws
A Lemon Squad pre-purchase inspection is included with this listing. The following flaws are additionally pictured in the gallery:
- Some swirls on the paint and roof
- Wear on the seats, steering wheel, door panels, and sun visors
Recent Service History
The attached Carfax history report shows that the following services have been performed:
- November 2022 (38,777 miles): Accessories installed, body electrical system checked
- January 2021 (37,518 miles): Vehicle serviced
- March 2020 (36,418 miles): Vehicle serviced
The seller reports that the following services have been performed:
- March 2022 (38,236 miles): Engine oil and filter changed
Additional service history is detailed in the attached Carfax report.
Other Items Included in Sale
- 2 keys
- Owner's manual
- Spare tire
- 2-piece Acura 5-spoke wheels
- Type R valve cover
- Carbon fiber center piece
Ownership History
The seller reports that they purchased this NSX in December 2022 and have added approximately 2,000 miles since.
Seller Notes
- There is a loan on this vehicle, and sale proceeds will be used to satisfy the loan. We recommend handling the loan payoff securely through Cars & Bids SafePay if agreed to by both the buyer and the seller. Please note that the title may only be available after the loan has been paid off.
- The seller states that the windows on this NSX have been tinted.