1991 Honda NSX
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Vehicle Specifications
- VIN0000000NA11001812
- Classic Car ID102781930
- Stock NumberJ5159
- CategoryImport Classics
- Body StyleN/A
- New/UsedUsed
- Mileage27,618 miles
- EngineV6
- DoorsCoupe
- TransmissionAutomatic
- Exterior ColorKaiser Silver
- Seat ColorBlack
Classic Car Overview
The 1991 Honda NSX (sold as the Acura NSX in North America) is a historic mid-engine supercar that fundamentally revolutionized the exotic car market by combining exotic, track-bred performance with drivability and legendary reliability. It famously debuted as the worlds first mass-produced car to feature an all-aluminum monocoque chassis, shedding roughly 440 pounds compared to traditional steel construction.
The classic lines, pop-up headlights, and F-16 fighter-jet-inspired cockpit visibility define its timeless aesthetic.
Core Engineering Highlights
- Formula 1 Heritage: The legendary F1 champion Ayrton Senna heavily assisted in development. He famously pushed prototypes to their limits at Suzuka, convincing engineers to stiffen the aluminum chassis by 50% just before production.
- Advanced Powertrain: It featured one of Hondas earliest implementations of electronic variable valve timing (VTEC) alongside ultra-lightweight titanium connecting rods to safely achieve its high-revving 8,000 RPM redline.
- Analog Ergonomics: The 1991 launch year models are highly sought after because they are the lightest variants, featuring pure, unassisted manual steering for unmatched dynamic road feedback at speed.
- The Everyday Supercar: Unlike fragile European exotic cars of the era, the NSX offered excellent outward 360-degree visibility, automated climate control, a compliant double-wishbone suspension, and a highly practical trunk.
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