Well-balanced, perfectly poised, easy to drive, powerful, graceful... the NSX is a precision instrument that is forgiving enough to make a driver of any skill level feel like a pro. The 3.2-liter engine cranks out 290 stock horsepower and well over 400 horsepower with the current modifications and upgrades propelling the car down the road at with exhilarating speed and mind boggling performance. No sports car handles so well as this dream ride. The mid-engine design provides excellent weight distribution, keeping the wheels securely planted around the most aggressive of turns. Braking is also an NSX strong point, at 122 feet from 60 to zero.
Inside, the NSX is as comfortable to drive as the Honda Accord. All controls are logically placed, the seating position is nothing short of perfect, the targa top is easily stored and visibility is better than any other sports car in the world.
The 3.2 engine is a masterpiece. It uses Honda's variable valve timing to provide good low-speed pulling power as well at top-end horsepower. It uses an electro hydraulic system to change the cam lobe profiles and the change-over happens at 5800 RPM. The cylinder liners are installed using a special thin carbon-fiber/aluminum silica material lining for thinner walls and better cooling. Many other systems that were developed through Honda's racing program here in the U.S. and in Europe have been utilized on the NSX. The engine construction is all-aluminum helping achieve an incredible gross weight of just 3300 pounds. The weight bias is a bit towards the rear and to compensate, the rear tires are slightly bigger than the fronts. The rear disc brakes are larger as well.
Every NSX is hand-built in Tochigi, Japan. There's no production line and each chassis is rolled along on a dolly from station to station. If a particular car needs more time to "make it right," it stays where it is until that particular team gives its stamp of approval. In contrast, the engine assembly is not a team effort. A single technician is responsible for the power plant assembly. This liability ensures that the engine isn't installed until it is perfect. And unlike production line cars, each NSX is given a proving-grounds road test of up to 50 miles just to make sure that it's up to snuff. This car is stunningly finished in none other than gleaming SPA YELLOW PEARL with color matched calipers and detailed rotors, finished off with a set of beautiful chrome plated factory wheels.
Tons of pics following:*** SPECS *** Original cost from dealer: $108,000 VTEC DOHC 24-valve 3.2 Liter V6 w/PFI* * Over $15,000 COMPTECH SUPER CHARGER PACKAGE (Intake, Headers, Exhaust, Blower) Engine Size 189/3179 cc Horsepower over 425 @ 8000 RPM Torque (lb-ft) 305 @ 5500 RPM Wheelbase/Width/Length 99.6"/71.3"/174.2" Transmission Six-speed manual Curb Weight 3078 pounds Fuel Capacity 18.5 gallons Tires (F/R) (F)215/45ZR16 (R)245/40Z Exterior: Length: 174.2 in. Width: 71.3 in. Height: 46.1 in. Wheel Base: 99.6 in. Curb Weight: 3160 lbs. Interior: Front Head Room: 36.3 in. Front Hip Room: 53.8 in. Front Shoulder Room: 52.5 in. Front Leg Room: 44.3 in. Luggage Capacity: 6.5 cu. ft. Maximum Seating: 2 Comptech Performance: Acceleration (0-60 mph): 4.2 seconds vs. stock 4.80 seconds (3rd gear) 40mph- 80mph 6.60 seconds vs. stock 9.06 seconds (5th gear) 40mph - 80mph 12.10 seconds vs. stock 15.3 seconds (6th gear) Well over 180mph 1/4 Mile time: 12.3 seconds @ 134mph Braking Distance (60-0 mph): 122 ft. Road Holding Index: .91 g Base Number of Cylinders: 6 Base Engine Size: 3.2 liters Base Engine Type: V6 Horsepower: over 400 hp @ 8000rpm Torque: 277 ft-lbs. @ 6500rpm Drive Type: RWD Turning Circle: 38.1 ft. Fuel: Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 gal. EPA Mileage Estimates: (City/Highway) Manual: 17 mpg / 24 mpg Range in Miles: (City/Highway) Manual: 314.5 mi. / 444 mi. Powertrain: 3.2L(194.0cu.in.) V-6 DOHC SMPI 24 valve engine Electronic ignition Mid engine V-6 Variable valve control Premium unleaded 120 amp alternator 65 amp hours (Ah) battery 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive Rear-wheel drive Viscous limited slip differential ABS and driveline traction control 4.62 axle ratio Aftermarket polished stainless steel performance exhaust system Highly polished B&B Racing stainless steel tail pipes Passes Federal emissions Steering and Suspension: Hydraulic power-assist rack and pinion steering Speed-sensing assisted steering 4 wheel disc brakes with front and rear vented discs Front independent suspension Front double wishbone suspension Front anti-roll bar Front coil springs Rear independent suspension Rear double wishbone suspension Rear anti-roll bar Rear coil springs Chrome front 16.0" x 7.00" silver alloy wheels Chrome rear 17.0" x 8.5" silver alloy wheels 245/40R17.0 rear tires Inside under cargo mounted compact spare tire Alloy spare wheel Seating and Interior: Capacity of 2 Supple leather bucket front seats Adjustable front head restraints Center front armrest with storage 4-way adjustable driver seat (4-way power) with power reclining, power fore/aft 4-way adjustable passenger seat (4-way power) with power reclining, power fore/aft Exterior color matched (Spa Yellow Pearl) Safety belts Leather faced front seats with leatherette side and back Leather door trim insert Full vinyl headliner Full carpet floor covering Leather gear shift knob Climate control window tint Optional premium sound 6-disc changer with premium Bose speakers NSX floormats Safety: 4-wheel anti-lock braking system Center high mounted stop light Dual airbags Seatbelts with front pre-tensioners Ignition disable security Security system with 2 remotes and all delivery keys Dimensions and Capacities: Door Count 2 doors Maximum Cargo Volume 5.0cu.ft. Exterior Length 174.2" Exterior Width 71.3" Exterior Height 46.1" Wheelbase 100" Front Tread 59" Rear Tread 60" Turning Radius 19.0' Curb Weight 3,160lbs. Drag Coefficient .32 Front Legroom 44.3" Front Headroom 36.3" Front Hiproom 53.8" Front Shoulder Room 52.5" Passenger Volume 49cu.ft. Interior Cargo Volume 5.0cu.ft. Exterior Features: Rear wing spoiler Alloy body material Black side window moldings Black front windshield molding Black rear window molding Black door handles 2 doors Original Spa Yellow Pearl Finish Front removable manual targa alloy roof Dual power remote body-colored folding outside mirrors Regular style mirrors Front and rear body-colored bumpers Projector beam halogen headlamps Monotone paint
She's finally mine! :)
