1997 Acura NSX Review
Pros & Cons
- Exotic, mid-engined sports car for less than $100,000.
- Not any faster than the new Corvette.
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Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 1997 Acura NSX.
Most helpful consumer reviews
ticomba74,04/11/2006
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.
dave jones,05/28/2002
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.
rhdunham,11/01/2004
You'll never do better (new or used) in terms of
bang for the buck. This is an incredibly well made
car.
ash,06/12/2002
Edmunds price is ridiculously low. good
luck finding a car at that price. I
paid mid 50s for a 27mi, 97 NSX-T.