"H16 NSX" 1992 on the market

[duncan]

"Immobiliser slot nasty by current standards" . . . . probably [and a complete speculation by myself] a standard Thatham Cat 1 immobiliser of the period, manufactured by Hamilton-Palmer, badged Honda and supplied and fitted by a Honda garage. If it is, check that the programming 'plipper' is supplied as will be needed to programme additional or replacement remotes.

[jaytip]

I have to agree with James on this one. If that were my car for sale and i read that sort of comment on a forum,from someone who has never even seen the car i would be pretty pi$$ed off.
As forum admin asked previously,unless someone knows the car personally,dont make derogatory comments about it.

[markc]

Expensive enough for an early tonup mile-er though...

Not at all. An absolute bargain if this design milestone and appreciating modern classic machine is indeed a reasonably straight, honest example. Even the legendary Honda NSX gains a few age wrinkles (laughter lines ) after 20 years and could benefit from a little cosmetic surgery

Cheers

Mark

[havoc]

Looks nicely presented, but then you'd hope that sort of dealer would do a proper prep.

Agree with Mark that, if straight and well-maintained, it's a sensible price. It's the classic colour in the original spec, and a couple of scuffs aside looks pretty tidy inside and out. I'd be checking on the history carefully, see if anything beyond 'just servicing' has been done, as that age and miles will probably mean quite a bit of refurb work required over the next few years.

Re: ignition slot - doesn't look stolen, just used by someone clumsy! The immobiliser slot is better than some I've seen but unfortunate, as it can't be 'cleanly removed'. If it is a H-P system I'd be getting someone to rip it out and replace it with something decent - H-P don't have the best of reputations, just ask S2000 owners!

[Jammy]

Many thanks for all construtive comments thus far.

I know I've already asked but just in case it was missed I'll ask again, if there are any previous owners or persons that know the car in the flesh out there, a PM with any insights would be really appreciated. I ask again because I'm off to see the car myself on Saturday.

Many thanks,
James

[Senninha]

".....I ask again because I'm off to see the car myself on Saturday.

Many thanks,
James

And your verdict is ....

[Silver Surfer]

My money is that it would be bought....

SS

[Jammy]

Bought... by me!

Well put a deposit down to be precise. I need a week to get finances together, sort insurance etc. I spent a good few hours going over the car and its history with a fine tooth comb, and obviously gave it a good drive too. Made me feel good because it's by no means in absolutely perfect condition, but just came across as a really well loved and looked after 19 year old car. Only substantial wear is on the drivers seat, which I guess you'd expect for a 100k car. I love the fact it's almost exactly as it was when it came out of the factory all those years ago; I think the only modifications are the immobiliser and a retro apline CD changer.

I'm just so chuffed to be joining the NSX owners club. I really don't mean this to sound pretentious (and sorry if it does!), but when I started doing ok for myself I set myself the target of having earned myself an NSX by the time I was 25, and I'm proud to be able to say I've done it!

Thanks so much to everybody here for helping me in my search. I look forward to meeting you in person at an NSX meet soon

James

[Silver Surfer]

Well done and congrats James....a very warm welcome to NSX ownership.

The car does look good in the pics in my eyes too....It's the fastest colour!
Look forward to seeing you and your car at one of the meets.

SS

[sorepaws]

Congrats - look forward to meeting up and seeing the car :-)