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4.88 out of 5 stars

93 NSX review

Dale Peterson, 01/04/2003
1993 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Bought vehicle used with 112000 miles on it. Car was like new in every respect. Everything works perfectly. Driving is really fun and comfortable.This car gets lots of attention. Corvettes are too common.As a bonus it is very reliable and gets good gas milage. Dale

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5 out of 5 stars

92 NSX, truly remarkable exotic

Steve's NSX, 12/30/2006
1992 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Design & production of the NSX is truly remarkable. Probably one of the most thought out designs of any exotic sports car ever built. The NSX was hand-built, making it a rare & special high performance car. An all aluminum/magnesium body coupled with 270 hp produces a potent pound/hp ratio. The NSX had the 1st VTEC engine in a mass produced car. Handling is excellent. Interior & exterior design is like nothing else. I don't plan on changing any features, performance nor visual.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

1993 NSX

MichaelJohnson, 05/03/2002
1993 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

The only thing that I wish I had done differently was purchase the NSX-T (with he T tops)

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car I have ever owned.

enkrypt3d, 04/01/2009
1995 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

This is my second NSX. My first one was a black 1991 NSX coupe. I kind of miss having the coupe due to the better handling, but the NSX-T can be a lot of fun in the summer time! My current NSX is a 95 Midnight Pearl. This thing turns heads and no one really knows what it is. I have many performance mods - custom coilovers suspension, stiffer sway bars, intake, headers, hiflo cats, and exhaust and this thing screams! It can out run just about anything on the road.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Nothing But Fun!!!

Kish, 12/16/2002
1992 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Car has incredible handling not to mention the sleekl aerodynamic design makes it an incredibly hot design and an awesome car to drive.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Still on top

swbatte, 01/01/2004
1992 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

If you want a reliable supercar, that will turn more heads than any Porsche, the NSX is for you! Still one of the finest cars on the road.

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5 out of 5 stars

1992 Pristine NSX

JohnS710, 04/14/2004
1992 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This car is as perfect a sports car get. Handling is superior to all other sports cars in the 30-60k range. Only downfall is the small trunk space

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Awesome, just awesome!!!

Bartak59, 08/11/2004
1992 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

All I have to say is that the NSX is a Japanese Ferrari (except with better handling). If you're okay with not having the "prestige" of owning a European sports car, then this is the car. As far as I'm concerned, it beats the pants off comparable Porsches, Ferraris, Lotus (junk), etc. Highly recommended!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

1992 NSX

walsh, 10/17/2005
1992 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have owned this car for one year this month. I have driven the car in all weather conditions except for snow, which I plan to do this winter. The car is great in any condition of driving and gets attention everywhere. It could use a little more power especially when shifting to the next gear up. There are plenty of aftermarket items available to remedy this small setback. My car has 68,000 miles on it and still looks brand new with the exception of a few rock chips and slight wear on the drivers seat and it is needing rear tires. I got about 7,000 miles out of them.

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5 out of 5 stars

Super car. Unique and beautifully executed.

Daniel, 02/04/2018
updated 03/28/2019
1992 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I experience no negatives. A joy to drive. The quality and reliability is top notch. It is a thrill and joy to drive every time. The fit and finish is perfect. At 75,000 it looks and drives like its first day, remarkable. This car is a thrill every time I get in and drive. The look and fit and body ergonomics are always in your awareness. Nothing drives like this and I have owned many cars. The shifting is the best I have ever used, including my amazing S2000 shifting. The sounds of the engine are mechanical music. I never turn on the radio as I hook into the whole nature of the car and not having the sound right there seems amiss. When in the mountains I am almost breathless trying to approach its handling of the turns. Matched with the engine sounds and accelerations in and out of the turns is wonderful. I really cannot imagine a better pure mechanical sports car performance. I really wouldn’t even want more power as I feel I get to use everything that the car offers.

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5 out of 5 stars

Batmobile

Sandy Bill, 01/26/2018
updated 08/02/2018
1993 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have owned this car for 25 glorious years and I love it. I’m 80 so getting in or out is not easy but worth it for the ride. I have 170000 miles on it and no major problems yet. Still drives like a dream.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Engineered with brains

TexasAcura, 09/30/2005
1995 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

People will always love their brand of car. But this Acura NSX surprised me. I wanted a mid engine, reliable car. Difficult to find at any price. My husband checks it out but I drive it!I have never had a problem although I admit this is no longer my everyday car. I hope it becomes a classic. It continues to amaze me that this is a 1995! The technology is still awesome.

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5 out of 5 stars

Mine's a Red One

OZZY, 10/03/2007
1995 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Don't even think about buying one without T-tops, what a blast. Just sounds terrific, handles great and there aren't many cars around that'll beat you away from a light. Holds two sets of golf clubs and gets amazing gas mileage. Built like a swiss watch and sturdy as a tank. And if you've ever driven a Viper, you won't miss the 200HP - NSX build quality and driveability leave the Dodge embarassed. Big wow factor, even at the club, too much fun for what I spent, pleased with my purchase.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

The Exotic Without the Headache

ticomba74, 04/11/2006
1997 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

Not only was this car the fulfillment of a young man's dream, but it exceeded every expectation; driving, appearance, satisfaction, value (yeah, value in an exotic). It's fast, and has looks and technology that 15 years later still excels. Every owner I've ever met has been classy and that says a lot about the type that drives this car. I've had Ferraris and a Porsche, and the NS is the most satisfying.

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5 out of 5 stars

Under appreciated super car

Cory Kruse, 08/05/2019
updated 02/07/2020
1992 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

To my eye it’s stunningly beautiful. A true exotic look. It’s every bit an exotic performance wise, having bested top2 Ferraris models and the best offered from Porsche and Corvette! What else could you possibly want???

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome!

nsx, 10/13/2002
1995 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

A work of art!!!

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5 out of 5 stars

best exotic on the market

rchphker, 01/21/2003
1995 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

i have owned 2 nsx's and both have been reliable, fun and fast. ferarri builds nice cars and the mystique is there, they are neither reliable or worth the price of admission. there are other cars that are faster 0-60 and in the quarter mile, but that isn't what the nsx is about, drive one and you'll understand. it is not a car for the camaro lover, if that is your niche, stick to the vette.

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5 out of 5 stars

Practical Performance

Compasso, 03/29/2002
1995 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This is an all around great car to drive. I wish Acura of Columbus performed like the car!

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5 out of 5 stars

The perfect sports car?

Mountainbear1, 03/16/2004
1996 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I've owned my NSX for two years now and have been very happy with it. Even though its basic design is 13 years old, it is an ideal combination of style, reliability, economy, price and fun available.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Dream car

ash, 06/12/2002
1997 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Edmunds price is ridiculously low. good luck finding a car at that price. I paid mid 50s for a 27mi, 97 NSX-T.

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5 out of 5 stars

EXOTIC IT IS

MSNFNGR, 06/19/2004
1997 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I LOVE MY NSX-T, IT IS AN EYE CATCHER, FAST, THE BEST HANDLING CAR I HAVE EVER DRIVEN. I AM THE SECOND OWNER WITH 24000 MILES, IT'S A DREAM.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Car Ever Produced

NSX4U2, 03/21/2002
1997 Acura NSX 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This car is soo cool to drive. Can't be matched by anything $ for $

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5 out of 5 stars

Untouchable balance.

Roadrunner, 07/12/2021
1997 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Best vehicle I ever owned. Used it daily for 4 years. Comfort and performance. Miss it!!

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5 out of 5 stars

nsx

dargos, 07/23/2002
1996 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

this car iz cool, you cant get any thing better for that price.it is like a lamborginie but cheaper.

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5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Honda!

ss5153, 09/07/2003
1996 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Acura NSX-T is without a doubt the most reliable exotic sports car you can buy. It is one thing to have the money to buy an exotic sports car, and another to fund the extraordinarily expensive maintenance and repairs to the vehicle. I just bought a low mileage 1996 Acura NSX T in Formula Red. I can't believe that it still looks brand new! The previous owner took really good care of it! I can still tell people that it's a 2002 model! 2003 changed to new headlights and bumpers.

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5 out of 5 stars

Simply Awesome

pr, 04/27/2003
1996 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

For anyone reading this, I will tell you that this is simply a car enthusiasts' dream. This is simply the best sports car I have ever owned. Everything you read and hear about this car is true. It handles better than any car, it is unbelievably reliable, and exceptionally fast. It turns heads at every corner.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

the best of both worlds...

dave jones, 05/28/2002
1997 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

some say the nsx fails in both classes - its not "exotic" enuff (power, agressiv e looks) to be a great exotic and its not "friendly" enuff (more seats, quiet, truck space) to be a luxury car for commuting/cruising. but I say what acura has done well with the nsx is find the perfect balance of b oth. if you can buy a viper and a mercedes than go for it... but if you have the money for only 1 car the nsx gets both jobs done well. I commuted in mine for over a year - its possible to enjoy both worlds at the same time day in and day out... but only in an nsx.

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5 out of 5 stars

None Better

rhdunham, 11/01/2004
1997 Acura NSX T 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

You'll never do better (new or used) in terms of bang for the buck. This is an incredibly well made car.

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