2001 nsx car and driver

The honda nsx, marketed in north america as the acura nsx, is a twoseat, midengine sports car manufactured by honda. The alex zanardi edition acura nsx, also known in both japan and europe as the honda nsx types variant, was introduced in 1999 for the u. We sit down with ted klaus to talk about the new acura nsx. I was nervous, having never bought a car through on online dealer before. After that first drive it in ann arbor, michigan, we were positively smitten with the allstock car. Acura nsx the fun car holds its own with the dignified nsx. It received high marks from critics and drivers alike for its style as well as reliability. May 2001 location san diego, ca posts 1,002 feedback score 4 100% mentioned 0 posts tagged. Detailed features and specs for the used 2001 acura nsx including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type. The 2020 acura nsx is quick and responsive, and its performance suits all level of drivers. As the chief engineer of the 2019 acura nsx program, satoshi. I bought the car and its the nicest car ive ever owned. I have always admired the nsx and have been a lurker here for years. I own one of them, a 2001 ap1 s2000, indyspa yellow.

You can also browse through other fast cars made by acura by visiting our browse and search pages, or view acura nsx dyno results. Do you guys think the car can cope with staying outside and being driven daily. It was marked as well as the nineteenth season of a jafsanctioned sports car racing championship dating back to the all japan sports prototype championship. If you would like to view more acura nsx timeslips click on this link, fast acura nsx timeslips. I already have my weekend toys and cannot afford a third one as i have no more garage room. The honda nsx, marketed in north america as the acura nsx, is a twoseat, mid engine sports car manufactured by honda. An nsx wasnt the goal, but one test drive later, it became reality. See how style, options and other factors can impact pricing in your area. Car and drivers editors loved the nsx, as well, choosing the acura over a porsche 911 carrera 4, lotus esprit turbo, corvette zr1, and ferrari. Understeer is a safe, if unexciting handling trait, and the new car masks its speed as well as the old. While blasting down fast straights and tight canyons, they discuss this icon, the changes through the first generation, and if. At the end of 1992, honda made a limited series of nsx r.

As found by the automotive press such as car and driver in their september 1997 issues comparison of best. Those sentences can be true, but still not make the lotus overcome its subpar performance in the comparison. But we think these modest updates on an aging introduced in 1990, pricey exotic are similar to rearranging deck chairs on the titanic. The porsche 911 carrera 4s matches the nsxs 21mpg rating in the city and beats the nsx on the highway with a 28mpg rating. A midengined supercar for the price of a new accord. One would no doubt hesitate to sing the praises of a 10yearold car among a formidable group of new upandcomers such as these. After driving an nsx, 911 turbo, and bmw m3, i found the car of my dreams. This model, although short lived, helped acura form the basis for the brands next fleet of vehicles. A 2002 car and driver test concluded that we continue to love this car. Nsx to its groundbreaking predecessor especially when acura has a 2001.

I have two dream cars, one is the first generation nsx. I was able to go to the warehouse personally because it was local and was amazed at the quality and cleanliness of everything in their warehouse. Though this supercar is comfortable, it sits in the. Additionally, find 2001 acura nsx warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumpertobumper coverage and major components. The acura brand launched in north america in march 1986 as the luxury vehicle division of japanese parent honda motor company. Pos 300zx fairb1tch will never be compared to a hand made nsx.

I can go on and on about the nsx and how amazing it is as a car and. Honda had to work very hard to improve the car s chassis, as well as the handling in turns and when accelerating. The 2001 all japan grand touring car championship was the ninth season of japan automobile federation gt premiere racing. The first generation honda nsx, marketed in north america and hong kong as the acura nsx. Building from the original, we created a human support cockpit that provides exceptional control, visibility and packaging and true to our racing heritage, leaves headroom for a helmet. Operating under the acura brand, honda was the first japanese automotive company to tackle the american luxury vehicle market.

Even though its starting price is well into six figures. The origins of the nsx trace back to 1984, with the hpx honda pininfarina experimental concept, which was a midengined 3. Fred plan didnt intend for his firstgeneration acura nsx to become his daily driver. While this condition rarely occurred during normal. The nsx was launched in the 1990 model year as an aluminumbodied performance halo car, with stats that rivaled contemporary ferraris and daily driver ease that rivaled hondas own civic. Not only does a cars appearance become dated after a decade, its performance is eventually eclipsed by less expensive machines. The nsxs sophisticated hybrid drivetrain is tuned for performance and gives the sports car allwheel drive. Frankly, driving either of these cars in coupe or convertible form proves the manual transmission to be more satisfying to the enthusiast than the. Window shop with car and driver we search for something to replace one cd editors irreplaceable 1991 nsx that he sold last year. Car and driver then got the car in some comparison tests, first in 1990 against the lotus esprit v8, the corvette zr1, the porsche 911 carrera 4 and the ferrari 348. After many requests the guys climb into not one, but two acura nsxs. The origins of the nsx trace back to 1984, with the hpx honda pininfarina experimental 1 concept, which was a midengined 3. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos.

The nsx was designed from the inside out with an uncompromising focus on the driver. Search preowned 2001 acura nsx listings to find the best local deals. Our vast selection of premium accessories and parts ticks all the boxes. Im not sure how you ignore that the lotus is the slowest car in the entire group 060, 14 mile, a full second behind the nsx in both categories which at 060 time of 3. The origins of the nsx trace back to 1984, with the hpx honda pininfarina experimental concept, which was a mid engined 3. Hi guys im considering buying an nsx as a daily driver. The acura nsx intends to fill a niche that barely exists, but for those who seek a dailydriver supercarwith some hybrid cred, no lessthis is your ride. Im looking at a 1991 or 1993 car, if that makes a difference. I am really considering picking up a higher mileage 91 or 92 to use as a daily driver most of the year.

Search preowned acura nsx listings to find the best local deals. Why old nsx values are rising while new nsxs are falling hagerty. The nsx did not do so well in every test, yet finished the 3rd overall very strange. Car and driver tested comptechs own car and only got 117 in their. Car and driver tested comptechs own car and only got 117 in their fastest run. Quality is at the heart of everything we do at carid, so whatever your project, our brand name products and qualified experts will ensure success. Powered by a v6 engine with rearwheel drive, the nsx was also the worlds first allaluminum sports car. That is 483 vehicles exclusively for japans market. We bring you the latest and greatest from the worlds automotive industry. Protectingadult s to reduce the chance of injury, wear. Want to make your 2001 acura nsx one of a kind, keep it running at its peak, or turn it into a highpowered beast. Additionally, find 2001 acura nsx t warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumpertobumper coverage and major components.