Car Detailing Restoration : 2001 Honda NSX

Rich Fowler•25 April, 2024

The horror of Honda's 1990s performance icon, abandoned and neglected in the woods. Luckily for this Honda, the problems were nothing that a serious session in the detailing shop - and a few minor replacements - couldn't fix.

The Honda NSX was a legendary two-seater, mid-engined sports car produced by Honda from 1990 to 2005. It carved a niche for itself with a focus on both high performance and reliability, challenging the dominance of temperamental Italian exotics of the time.

The NSX was the first production car to use an all-aluminium chassis, making it lightweight and agile. A 3.0-litre V6 engine with Honda's VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) system provided exhilarating power and a smooth driving experience. Later versions like the one in this video featured a more powerful 3.2-litre iteration of this quick-revving engine.

Sharp handling and responsive steering - tuned with input from F1 legend Ayrton Senna - made the NSX a blast to drive on both the road and the racetrack.

Yet, despite its sporty nature, the NSX offered a surprisingly comfortable interior and decent practicality for a two-seater.

So, even though production ended in 2005, the NSX's legacy lives on. It's a reminder that a car can be both thrilling and reliable, a true driver's machine with everyday usability.

Today, these classic NSXs are sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Rich Fowler

Writer

"If it moves and makes a noise, count me in. That pretty much sums up my lifelong passion for motoring and motorsport history. Rich has worked in various roles in the digital and motoring media world, starting his career at Autosport and also working at Auto Action, Motor, and as the founder and publisher of Motorsport Retro.

Most recently, Rich successfully launched Collecting Cars in the Australian market, growing the brand from 0 to $150 million in sales in just 3 years."

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