Evo to NSX? What to do?
If you're getting a different DD, the NSX would make a great weekend warrior for 3 seasons. If I were looking for a dedicated WW, I might go with one myself.
Plenty of aftermarket options exist for power; Yu'll probably miss it when you go N/A on the NSX - I have been in a few with superchargers and they move well.
Good luck-
Plenty of aftermarket options exist for power; Yu'll probably miss it when you go N/A on the NSX - I have been in a few with superchargers and they move well.
Good luck-
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You already own your car outright. Keep the Evo, save the money. As many have mentioned; the car is 15, and little things will begin to go on it. All those little things add up. I bought an old Porsche 928 three years ago. I thought it was a damn sexy looking car, but the upkeep was breathtaking. I dumped it after 1.5 years. Should have never bought the thing. Sure the 928 is not a Honda, but exotic cars have exotic costs associated with them.
92 nsx has only 270 hp and 210 torque.. plus its 3100 lbs. not much lighter than the evo but much less torque. In terms of performance, the evo will crush it in every wat. But, the fit and finish and the thought of a mid engine rwd car is appealing.
If it were the later year NSXs (97 onwards) with the 3.2 V6 and six speed tranny (I believe the 3.0 only had a 5 speed) then I MAY consider going for it. You have to remember that maintaining an NSX can get very expensive and physically difficult in some cases given the transverse mid-engine layout. Also, insuring it can be expensive given that it's categorized as an exotic vehicle. What would be your purpose for getting an NSX? Is it to fulfill one of your car fantasies? Is it to attract the ladies? (which I doubt since you're getting married) Is it for the track?
Given that early year NSXs can still fetch low 20s in the used car market, I would rather spend that money on a slightly used S2000 or possibly an STI or another EVO. But it's your car and your decision so either way you go, enjoy the vehicle!
Given that early year NSXs can still fetch low 20s in the used car market, I would rather spend that money on a slightly used S2000 or possibly an STI or another EVO. But it's your car and your decision so either way you go, enjoy the vehicle!
Thanks guys for all the input, most of you have been really helpful. I have decided not to get the NSX. The guy was being shady about the whole thing from the beginning and he frustrated the crap out of me.
Thanks again for all the comments,
Grillpt
Thanks again for all the comments,
Grillpt
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just be careful and dont do a high speed turn with those things, like this guy http://forums.beyond.ca/st/188626/ns...h-speed-turn-/
3100 is only for the targa...the hard tops were quite a bit lighter
granted the car im building is stripped out with no glass or anything, but it weighed in at 2086lbs....which is pretty light
Guy's I'm torn with the idea of selling my baby and buying a 92' NSX. It's a really good deal and I'm not sure what I want to do. I can't keep both as much as I might like to. I realize that the Evo is faster for sure, but the NSX is just so sexy. It's a red one owner w/ 40,xxx miles, 90K service done. Very clean car.
My car has almost 52K on it and I realize that I'm coming up on my 60K service, which is a biggie. So I know it's going to cost me some money here soon. It is paid off though.
What do you guy's think?
My car has almost 52K on it and I realize that I'm coming up on my 60K service, which is a biggie. So I know it's going to cost me some money here soon. It is paid off though.
What do you guy's think?
I couldn't justify spending that kind of money for a car that is uber expensive to mod and looks a little long in the tooth to me. As far as the EVO and it's "Boy Racer" image I can relate 10000%, but who am I trying to impress? No one! The EVO is a hard car to beat for a performance oriented enthisiast and still can haul multiple people around if needed. The stereotype does erk me though.
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Funny this is all coming up. I just paid off my IX, and have the money to purchase an NSX. I am seriously considering the 3.4 with 6 speed for my weekend pimping car.
If you don't know how to drive a mid-engine'd car it will bite you in the *** like a pissed off pit-bull. But if you do know how to to finess and handle it, it will reward you like an 18yr old nymphomaniac cheerleader.
Yes, it's older, but few people drive NSX's as a daily driver, therefore they do not get the wear/tear as other cars do.
All things to consider....
If you don't know how to drive a mid-engine'd car it will bite you in the *** like a pissed off pit-bull. But if you do know how to to finess and handle it, it will reward you like an 18yr old nymphomaniac cheerleader.
Yes, it's older, but few people drive NSX's as a daily driver, therefore they do not get the wear/tear as other cars do.
All things to consider....
Perhaps you've had enough training behind the wheel, but for most people switching from a front engined AWD Evo to a Mid engined NSX means relearning how to drive from square one or crashing. The Evo is simply much more forgiving at the limit compared to the NSX that requires precision wheel, thottle, and braking techniques. One mistake in the corner and you will be facing the wrong direction.
On the other hand, it will be much more rewarding if you do it right.
On the other hand, it will be much more rewarding if you do it right.