Verdict
S
← Acura NSX · 1991-2005 · NA1, NA2
Acura NSX NA1 / NA2
The car that humbled Ferrari. Senna helped tune it. Still feels modern.
BHP
290 bhp
0–60
5.0 s
Top speed
168 mph
MPG
21.0 mpg
Used
$70,000-$200,000+
Strengths
- Bulletproof reliability for a supercar
- Daily-driveable visibility and ergonomics
- Appreciating fast
- Hand-built quality
Weaknesses
- Manual NA2s are now serious money
- Targa roof rattles
- Parts via Honda Japan can be slow
Notable tech
- All-aluminium monocoque (a world first for a production car)
- Titanium connecting rods on 3.2
- VTEC variable valve timing
- Hand-built in Tochigi, Japan
- NA2 facelift in 2002 dropped pop-up headlights
Common issues
- Snap-ring failure in early manual gearboxes (pre-2000)
- Timing belt service every 7 years/90k miles
- Original tyres (Yokohama A022) discontinued, fitment options limited
- Climate control LCD pixelation
Used-market budget
$95,000
Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.