If you want the next generation of supercar performance and ownership experience, using the latest hybrid technologies, you have very few choices:

McLaren P1
Porsche 918
La Ferrari

..... and this, the NEW Honda NSX.  It is simply brilliant.

The technology in the new NSX is really impressive: The twin-turbocharged 3.4-litre V6; nine speed gearbox; high-tech materials; torque vectoring using the twin electric motors at the front; third generation magnetic ride dampers; Direct Yaw Control, fly-by-wire braking; all of which combined make the car feel alive and nimble.

On fast roads the car is a brilliantly capable, involving, enjoyable machine.

The most impressive thing for me is the 'quiet mode'. Understated; unassuming; classy. Everyone loves the car - not something you can say about a Ferrari!

Only 100 coming to the UK, this is number 34. The car is with us, ready to go. 

130R White
Ebony Semi - Aniline Leather and Alcantara Power Heated Seats
Grey Interwoven Wheels
Carbon Ceramic Brake Discs with Red Calipers
Exterior Sport Pack
Interior Sport Pack
Technology Pack

This NSX will be the keenest-priced new NSX available; and about a million quid cheaper than the alternatives from Porsche, McLaren and Ferrari.

£P.O.A.

Full, detailed pictures can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/New-NSX/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

This is a 1996 Honda NSX Type-R (number 447 out of 482). It is one of only four in the UK (two are in our studio / showroom / workshop). We travelled to Japan to view and inspect this car (as opposed to buying “blind” through an agent). It is now with us and is for sale.

All original, never damaged. Unmarked. It still has the original protective plastic over the sill trim and sill plates. It is a genuine, factory-built Type-R with all the correct Type-R enhancements. It is in the most desirable spec - Championship White with black Alcantara Recaros and has the optional air conditioning; Bose Hi-Fi; and the 16" and 17" forged Type-R alloy wheels.  

Just imported, UK registered, we have completed a very thorough inspection and everything has been done - including a full service with new belts, water pump, valve clearances, and LMAs. We have fully converted to UK specification including a MPH speedo, FM-expander, an OE UK spec rear fog light, and we have removed the speed limiter. It has new Yokohama AD08 tyres. 

If you are looking for a NSX Type-R, this is the only one for sale outside of Japan. In fact, Type R’s are more sought-after in Japan than anywhere else - so this is a unique opportunity.

The equivalent car in its day was the Porsche 993 Carrera RS. Three times as many Porsches were made; they are three times the price; and the Honda is three times better to drive. Hence the Type-R is definitely undervalued, not only in terms of investment potential, but also as a driver’s car. 

Essential differences between the Type R and the normal NSX are:

Weight Reduction:
Removal of sound deadening material
Removal of air-con (available as an option)
Removal of stereo system (available as an option)
Removal of spare wheel (this car has had one fitted)
Removal of front fog lights
Removal of cruise control
Removal of traction control
Removal of central locking and boot release
Removal of air-bags
Removal of headlight washers
Type-R small tool kit
Aluminium (as opposed to steel) bumper irons
Aluminium (as opposed to steel) door bars
Smaller battery

Interior:
Lightweight Kevlar Carbon fibre Recaro seats
Alcantara trimmed dashboard and centre console, grey with red stitching
Titanium gear lever with Type-R gaiter
Type-R armrest (lighter, single pod)
Type-R roof lining
Manual mirror adjustment
Carbon look instrument panel with yellow needles
Unique Momo steering wheel
Unique matt grey finish to column surround and other plastic trim
Unique thinner carpets
Unique Type-R floor mats
Type-R engine cover
Thinner glass between engine and passenger compartment

Exterior:
Red / silver HONDA badge
Black HONDA logo at rear
NSX-R badges on doors
NSX-R plates & build number on sills
Mesh side and front vents

Suspension:
Lightweight forged Type R Enkei wheels with special centre caps  (this car has the optional 16” and 17” Enkeis)
Unique Type-R wheel nuts
Ventilated brake splash guards
Stiffer dampers
Shorter, stiffer springs
Stiffer suspension bushes
Chassis stiffening bars front and rear
Stiffer anti-roll bars front and rear

Engine:
Blueprinted and assembly-balanced
Type-R ECU with higher rev limit
Type-R exhaust
Black Type-R coolant expansion tank
Black engine bay

Gearbox and Final Drive:
Type-R clutch pedal and mechanism
Close-ratio (JDM spec) gearbox
4.235 Final Drive
Plate-type limited slip differential
 

A superb example of this immensely rare car.  

75,885 km (47,500 miles)

£ POA

Full, detailed photographs can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Type-R-White/

Type-R Number 422 (out of a total worldwide production of 483). Manufactured in March 1995, this car was imported into Australia from Japan in 2008.

It was the only NSX Type-R in Australia. Now there are none. This car is now in the UK, with all taxes and duty paid.  We believe there are only two other Type-Rs in the UK.

This car is a genuine, factory-built Type-R with all the correct Type-R enhancements.  It is in the rare Pearl Yellow and has the optional air conditioning; Bose Hi-Fi; and the 16" and 17" forged Type-R alloy wheels.  

The NSX was the first production car to have an all-aluminium monocoque body, the first independent 4-channel anti-lock brake system; the first production car with titanium connecting rods; an electric power steering system; Honda's proprietary VTEC variable valve timing system; etc etc.

Respected Japanese Formula One driver Satoru Nakajima, and Brazilian Formula One World Champion Ayrton Senna were both involved with the development of the NSX. Many thought the compromises for the non-Japanese (ie USA) market made the car too “soft” for the real enthusiast.  So the “Type-R” (only available for the Japanese market) was born.  The NSX was the first model in the Honda range to receive the “Type-R” enhancements and branding.
 

Essential differences between the Type R and the normal NSX are:

Weight Reduction:
Removal of sound deadening material
Removal of air-con (available as an option)
Removal of stereo system (available as an option)
Removal of spare wheel (this car has had one fitted)
Removal of front fog lights
Removal of cruise control
Removal of traction control
Removal of central locking and boot release
Removal of air-bags
Removal of headlight washers
Type-R small tool kit
Aluminium (as opposed to steel) bumper irons
Aluminium (as opposed to steel) door bars
Smaller battery

Interior:
Lightweight Kevlar Carbon fibre Recaro seats
Alcantara trimmed dashboard and centre console, grey with red stitching
Titanium gear lever with Type-R gaiter
Type-R armrest (lighter, single pod)
Type-R roof lining
Manual mirror adjustment
Carbon look instrument panel with yellow needles
Unique Momo steering wheel
Unique matt grey finish to column surround and other plastic trim
Unique thinner carpets
Unique Type-R floor mats
Type-R engine cover
Thinner glass between engine and passenger compartment

Exterior:
Red / silver HONDA badge
Black HONDA logo at rear
NSX-R badges on doors
NSX-R plates & build number on sills
Mesh side and front vents

Suspension:
Lightweight forged Type R Enkei wheels with special centre caps  (this car has the optional 16” and 17” Enkeis)
Unique Type-R wheel nuts
Ventilated brake splash guards
Stiffer dampers
Shorter, stiffer springs
Stiffer suspension bushes
Chassis stiffening bars front and rear
Stiffer anti-roll bars front and rear

Engine:
Blueprinted and assembly-balanced
Type-R ECU with higher rev limit
Type-R exhaust
Black Type-R coolant expansion tank
Black engine bay

Gearbox and Final Drive:
Type-R clutch pedal and mechanism
Close-ratio (JDM spec) gearbox
4.235 Final Drive
Plate-type limited slip differential

This particular car is signed by Shigeru Uehara, the "father" of the NSX.
 

This is a superb example of this immensely rare car.  It will always be more desirable to the purist, collector or investor.

61,700km (38,300 miles)

£ POA

William Morris once said, “have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” For me, this extends to the garage.

Firstly, I’ve never understood people who invest in classic cars with no intention of using them.  What really matters to me is that “I know it to be useful.”…that it can be used.  I’m not going to buy a Porsche 991 GT3 RS with delivery mileage, only to be scared to drive it and watch the odometer climb up and its value climb down. Or an old Ferrari that’s going to break down every time it goes out.

That’s the wonderful thing about the NSX - the supercar that you can use everyday.

Secondly, I have always been fascinated by beautiful design: architecture, furniture, cars. Beautiful objects bring good into the world. They inspire optimism. They make us feel good. Why own an ugly car when you can own a beautiful one?

This car is one of the ‘Last Twelve’ Honda NSX delivered to the UK, having been first registered in November 2005. Each of the ‘Last Twelve’ was delivered in special colour combinations.  This car is finished in pearl white with red leather and is unique – it is the only UK NSX made in this colour combination - and it is one of the most beautiful NSXs we have seen.

It was collected by the first owner from BAR in Brackley, and was handed over by Jensen Button and Anthony Davidson. This car has had two owners from new, full Honda service history, complete documentation, 'Last Twelve' key ring, together with two spares and the red master key. It is the only ‘Last Twelve’ car to come on the market for several years. All the handbooks and original brochures are present. It has covered 49,000 miles.

We have known both the previous owners and have admired this car for some time. We sold it to the current owner who has asked us to sell on his behalf to fund a NSX-R purchase.

This car can only be described as superb. It is spotlessly clean and immaculate inside, outside and underneath. If you are looking for a classic car to put in the garage, to drive and to look at, to keep and cherish, then this is the one.

Full, detailed photos can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Last12/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

The Honda NSX is different from any other classic sports car - It’s a genuine sports car that all owners and drivers can enjoy. 

It’ll be a joy to own: Beautiful design; beautiful engineering; super-rare (you will never park next to another one); discrete; elegant; esoteric; reliable; comparatively cheap to run; and – crucially - it’s not going to go down in value. Compared to the equivalent Porsche or Ferrari, the NSX is currently undervalued.

It’ll be a joy to drive: Comfortable, satisfying, effortless, with brilliant handling. 

If you are reading this you’ll be interested in acquiring an NSX. So, what’s the best NSX to buy? What will be the best to drive?

It’s no surprise to learn that the best price (and hence the best investment) for any classic car will go to:

a) the rarest cars, where demand exceeds supply;

b) those cars with the best provenance (that usually means UK-supplied cars with full history);

c) those cars that show light, consistent use (often super-low mileage cars will develop faults through lack of use); and

d) that are maintained in the best condition. 

This car ticks all the boxes: This “Facelift’ Manual NSX Coupe is the rarest (only 19 cars were sold in 2005 – the last year of production). It was supplied new on 31 March 2005 by Honda Bristol. It has a full service history with 12 Honda main dealer stamps in the service book. It has covered 39,000 miles and the service history and MOTs show light, regular use. It has beautiful Berlina Black paintwork with black perforated leather seats. We have known the two previous owners and this car has been fastidiously maintained and cared for as part of the owners’ car collections.

Its 3.2 litre 24 valve aluminium (with titanium con-rods) engine is superb, with noticeably more torque than it’s 3.0 litre predecessor.  The 6-speed gearbox is easy to use, with light clutch, smooth gear change and perfect ratios.

If your intention is to have it as an investment and sell on at a later date; or to drive everyday and enjoy; or just to keep, treasure, and derive that unique pleasure of ownership, it doesn’t matter. This is simply one of the best NSX available today.

Is all the above just sales talk? Or the result of our passion for the NSX?  Do you share our view that the NSX one of the best classic sports cars money can buy? Do you agree? Better still, come down and have a test drive and decide for yourself.

Full, detailed pictures can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/NSX-Facelift-Manual/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

Salon Privé:  It’s a “Concours d'Elégance”…which I suspect is French for Pretentious Posh Car Meet.  The organisers describe it as:

“The UK’s most exclusive automotive Garden Party as well as one of the most glamorous social occasions on the calendar.” It’s my idea of hell.

With Clarkson, May and Hammond’s Drivetribe.com going live, the whole concept of 'neotribalism' has even filtered down to Petrolheads. The theory is that human beings are genetically programmed to live in a tribal, as opposed to a 'mass', society. Modern, mass society has produced a superficial, isolated and lonely existence that does not fit our nature and doesn't work. So neotribalism postulates that humans will naturally form social networks (now facilitated by the internet) constituting new 'tribes' -  even car geeks.

A tribe of pipe-smoking Swedes, parking up their Volvo 544s in a field outside Stockholm, to look at each others’ cars; eat open sandwiches; and have a nice chat - I totally get that.

A tribe of dope-smoking Jamie Oliver types, parking up their split-screen VW campers on Finstral Beach in Newquay, to look at each other's girlfriends; eat superfood packed lunches; and have a nice chat - I totally get that.

But Salon Privé?  A tribe of Rolex-wearing wankers with their Jimmy Choo-shod wives, walking round trying to look considerably richer than you. It’s a day out for consumerist barbarians - I just don’t get that at all.

What’s this got to do with Salon Privé? Well, this car won “best in paddock” in 2014. Included with the car is the (surprisingly tasteful) trophy.

It’s a perfect, 2004 facelift Honda NSX manual coupe.  It has covered only 16,500 miles from new and has been lovingly maintained, with a full Honda service history, with 12 Honda stamps in the service book with all invoices and MOT certificates.  All original New Formula Red paintwork and spotless black perforated leather seats.  We have known the car for several years and it is faultless. Drivetribe is about to announce that the 'classic' NSX is better than the new one. And this car is indistinguishable from when it was new 12 years ago.

 

Full, detailed photos can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/NSX-Facelift-Coupe-16450-miles

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

Plans Motorsport are the country’s leading NSX specialist.  We service, maintain and sell more NSXs than anyone else in the UK.  But we don’t “buy and sell” cars.  The NSXs we sell are our customers' cars that we have looked after, or as in this case, taken in part-exchange.

The previous owner of this car has just bought our Pearlescent White NSX.   Possibly the best car to buy is one that has been taken in part exchange for another NSX.  This means that the previous owner is an enthusiast who only sold because an opportunity to acquire another NSX came along.

This car was new in May 2003 and has covered 53,335 miles.  It is in perfect condition, and is a facelift Targa - the rarest of all NSXs, being one of only five in the UK. It is the 3.2litre, producing 278BHP / 298Nm torque, six-speed manual, finished in New Formula Ascari red with black leather.

We have just carried out our NSX-specific 115 point checkover and carried out an annual service.  The car is faultless, comfortable, and the ultimate in usable, high performance motoring.

OK.  You want to buy a nice car.  You've worked hard, made some good decisions (or, more likely, you admit to yourself that you have been lucky), and have a bit of spare cash to treat yourself. 

Or, all that pension stuff that frankly I don’t understand, means that the guy from the Pru offers a load of dosh to spend on a nice car rather than him keeping it safe for those nursing home fees in 20 years time. 

Or, as money is so cheap at the moment, why not borrow the wonga (but, not from the people with the capital W, as they are crooks) to buy a nice car?  The car is going to appreciate far quicker than the interest rate so it’s a no-brainer.

You have always wanted a 'man cave' garage and want something to put in it:

Ferrari?  F off, when I drive it other people will think I've got a very small penis.

Lamborghini?  Ok, a Muira is a little out of my league; and all other Lambos?:  See above.

Aston Martin?  Ok, they are cool.  And cool people own them. But they are not the sports car I really want. And, if you look closely, those cool guys with collectable Astons have another cool car in their garage:

A Honda NSX.

This is the one.  It might not be the fastest NSX.  Or the most hard-core.  But it is the coolest, smoothest, most comfortable, most discreet, best-bloody-classic-sports car available today.

Why would I want an auto NSX?

Ok - Here’s the thing:  This weekend I want to drive down to Rick Stein’s place in Padstow, stay over, and come back.  The A303 - that sodding traffic jam by Stonehenge.  Which council official decided to slow all the traffic down by grassing over that side road?  Tell him he is the reason I don’t want a manual!

Next weekend:  Zuma.  Just off the Brompton Road by Harrods.  I am not sitting in that traffic with my foot on the clutch all evening. 

This car is a super-rare, 2002 Facelift Targa F-matic NSX. UK supplied, full Honda history, 48,200 miles.  Just brilliant. Usable. Roof on; roof off; whatever.  It’s become a bit of a cliché that the NSX is a sports car that you can use everyday: But it’s true. Even today. Especially today.  Even if “everyday” is just every weekend.

Full, detailed pictures can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/NSX-Facelift-Auto-Targa/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

The NSX combines build quality, reliability, durability and everyday drivability. The aluminum body is beautiful.  It’s a classic you can own; take out for a drive whenever you like; and not worry about it breaking down or rotting away!

When first released the NSX was ahead of its time.  It took many years for Honda to improve on it – but this was it – The facelift car has better looks; the 3.2 NA2 engine is noticeably faster; and the six-speed gearbox is superb.

What's the best colour?  Well, this really is a question of personal preference but two things to take into consideration:  In the new model brochure, the featured car was Long Beach Pearl Blue Metallic.  In 2002 the Honda UK press car was the same colour….

When buying as an investment, firstly, buy a car that you aren't afraid to use.  Secondly, buy a UK supplied car. Thirdly, make sure it has a full, documented history.

This is a 2002 Facelift NA2 Long Beach Blue with black perforated leather; 3.2 NSX Coupe six speed manual; NSX-specific Volks wheels, 53,000 miles. This car ticks all the boxes!

There are two exceptional things about this car:

The first is the colour: Imola Orange Pearl. This is a very rare colour, only available in the UK on later NSXs, and only with black leather. Merely six cars were sold in this gorgeous, dramatic colour. (Three coupes and three targas).

The best colour is naturally a thing of personal preference, but it’s interesting to note that Honda UK chose this colour for the pre-facelift NA2 3.2 NSX sales brochure. The Honda marketing people liked it and thought this was the best way to present an NSX. Also, Honda’s current ‘heritage’ press car, MY05 NSX, is in Imola Orange Pearl.

More copper coloured than orange, I really like the way the colour changes depending on the light - the pictures show this, but still don’t do it justice. If you have never seen one in person, I would urge you to do so. One thing is for sure – if you buy this car you are most unlikely to park next to another one!

I hate the usual motor trade and the usual motor trade adverts: When I read, “This car really turns heads”, I normally translate that into “people who see you will think you’re a twat”. However, I have driven this car for a few days, as part of our detailed preparation process, to make sure - like all our cars – it is completely faultless. It’s been a pleasure to drive in the sunshine with the roof off and the windows down. And it does turn heads: Appreciating, knowledgeable, ones.

The second exceptional thing is that this car was built in 2001: But it feels not just like a new car, but also a modern car. That’s the outstanding thing about the Honda NSX. It was so far ahead of its time that even now, seventeen years later, it’s easy to forget that it’s a classic car, not a modern one.

Also, it’s remarkable how well an NSX copes with mileage. This car has covered 97,000 miles – but feels like 20,000 when you drive it. The 3.2 engine is perfect and the six-speed gearbox is super-smooth. Everything works as it should. This doesn’t happen by chance. Honda’s engineers evaluated all aspects of advanced automotive technology before evolving a design approach and creating the ideal solution, independent from marketing and finance. Then Honda built the cars at the dedicated Tochigi manufacturing facility where quality was paramount.

I was one of those nerdy kids that read car magazines and pressed my nose up against car showroom windows. Since then I have been lucky to drive many of my childhood dream cars. Most of them - now twenty years old with high mileage - are a huge disappointment. They are just shit. But not the NSX: A genuinely timeless car that’s a joy to own and to drive. Buy one.

The registration V6 NSX (possibly the best registration for an NSX, both classic and new) is available by separate negotiation.

Full, detailed photos can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/NSX-Targa-Imola-Orange-Pearl/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

This car is one of the best NSXs we have ever driven.  Supplied new by Phoenix Honda , this car was first registered on 25th March 2000. It is one of only 11 NSXs sold in the UK that year.  What was the great UK car-buying public thinking?  Why was everyone queuing up for a Ferrari or a Porsche when one of the best cars ever was being largely ignored?

Well, that’s all history now and NSXs are becoming more sought-after now than they have ever been.

This car is the rarest of all UK NSXs; with the 3.2 Engine and six-speed gearbox, coupe body, with pop-up headlights.  The new Formula Red paintwork is excellent, with unmarked perforated black leather.

It has had five owners and has covered only 37,566 miles.  We have a full service history and every MOT, showing consistent but light use – the best of all.  Too few miles is not always good: NSX’s need to be exercised regularly.  And, if you buy a car with too few miles, you will be afraid to use it.  Too many, and the investment potential is not as good.

37,500 miles – Perfect.

The car is completely standard, comes with the original handbook and service pack, three original keys, full, unused tool kit, etc etc.  It has been fastidiously maintained, including much preventative work.  Mechanically, it is superb.  We have just carried out our full inspection and it is ready to enjoy.

This car has the correct provenance, the correct specification, and correctly priced.  A fantastic opportunity.

Full, detailed photos can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/New-Formula-Red-32-Manual/

An excellent opportunity to acquire one of the best, rarest NSXs.  Supplied new by 2Mills Honda in Liverpool, this car was first registered on 1st March 2000. It is one of only 11 NSXs sold in the UK that year.

This car has the 3.2 Engine and six-speed gearbox, coupe body, with pop-up headlights.  The Circuit blue paintwork is pristine, with unmarked perforated black leather.

It has had four owners (two in the last 13 years), and has covered only 32,080 miles.  We have a full service history and every MOT, showing consistent but light use – the best of all.  Too few miles is not always good: NSX’s need to be exercised regularly.  And, if you buy a car with too few miles, you will be afraid to use it.  Too many, and the investment potential is not as good.

32,000 miles – Perfect.

The car is completely standard, comes with the original handbook and service pack, three original keys (including the red valet key still in its blister pack), full, unused tool kit, etc etc.  It is like a new car.  We have just carried out our full inspection and carried out a cam-belt service. 

Thus car has the correct provenance, the correct specification, and correctly priced.  A fantastic opportunity.

Full, detailed photos can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/W2NSX/

What is the best NSX to own?  What car is the best to drive, and will represent the best investment?  Well, the answer is a matter of opinion and personal taste… here is our view:

We have a 'classic' 1991 Auto for sale… this is an example of the original, breakthrough car.  Our pearl white car, recently sold, was a 2005 “last twelve”… a rare example of the newest NSX available (until the new model comes out next year).

Here is the best NSX available today, having the best of both cars.   It is finished in Sebring Silver and Black perforated leather.  It has the later ('NA2') 3.2 litre engine, mated to the excellent six speed manual gearbox.  However, it retains the pop-up headlights, which, to most owners, is more aesthetically pleasing.

And here’s the thing…. This car has had one owner and covered only 8,667 miles from new. The supplying dealer has serviced it every year.  We have all receipts (including the original purchase receipt) and all MOTs.

The NSX is a real and intelligent alternative to a classic Ferrari or Porsche (which have already gone up spectacularly in value) … this car is the best of both worlds: simply superb; great to drive; and has fantastic investment potential!

An excellent opportunity to acquire one of the rarest NSXs. 

Supplied new by John Cooper Garages, this car was first registered on 3rd November 2000. It is one of only 11 NSXs sold in the UK that year.

This car has the 3.2 engine and six-speed gearbox, coupe body, with pop-up headlights. The Berlina Black paintwork is pristine, with unmarked perforated black leather.

It has had seven owners – it’s clear that each one has loved and looked after it properly. It has covered 67,930 miles. We have a full service history; a fully stamped service book with receipts; and every MOT, showing consistent, regular use. The cam-belt service has been carried out 500 miles ago on 18th August 2017.

The NSX is a real and intelligent alternative to a classic Ferrari or Porsche (which have already gone up spectacularly in value) … this car is simply superb; great to drive; reliable and will be a joy to own!

The car is completely standard, comes with the original handbook and service pack, three original keys (including the red valet key still in its blister pack), full, unused tool kit, etc etc. It is in exceptional condition.

We have just carried out our full inspection and it needs nothing.  The X22 NSX number plate (matching the chassis number) is included in the sale.

This car has the correct provenance, the correct specification, and correctly priced.  A fantastic opportunity.

Full, detailed photos can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Berlina-Black-32/

There are ten sub-species of Tiger: Three are extinct. Of the remaining, the South China Tiger (Panthera tigris amoyensis) is by far the rarest. Found in central and eastern China, according to the World Wildlife Fund for Nature, the South China Tiger is listed as critically endangered. It is estimated to be functionally extinct. Currently 47 South China tigers live in 18 zoos, all in China.

We run a little zoo here for endangered NSXs. There are also ten sub-species of the original NSX.

Which is the rarest? It is this one: A 1998, pop-up lights, 3.2 six speed manual Targa. In 1998, Honda UK sold 10 cars. Only 1 was a 3.2 Manual Targa, coincidently in Midnight Purple, with tan leather, the same specification as this one. So when this car was bought by its current owner - an international businessman working in Japan - and returned to UK, it doubled the numbers from one to two. Shame they were not a breeding pair.

It’s been in captivity (professional storage) with us ever since. It has covered 76,000km (47,500 miles) from new.

We have just completed a full check over and a full cam belt service was carried out less than 200 miles ago. We have fixed all mechanical faults, no matter how small. The owner has recently spent over 10,000GBP with us on restoration, maintenance and servicing. It has new tyres, on perfect, unmarked wheels. A new MOT has just been issued with no advisories. It has excellent paintwork and superb, unmarked leather.

Full, detailed pictures can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/32-Six-Speed-Targa/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

The headlines:

1997 Honda NSX Auto (F-matic) Targa. Charlotte Green with tan leather. 72,000 miles, six owners (First owner Honda UK, last owner had the car for over ten years). Cam belt service just completed, Auto gearbox overall 5,000 miles ago.



The details:

Don’t believe what you read on the internet. If you Google “NSX Auto” there will be loads of people (most of whom have never driven one) advising you not to buy an auto.

There are several reasons why buying an F-matic NSX is a good decision:

1) When new, the NSX was the only genuine sports car available as an auto. In 1997, Ferrari, for example, didn't offer a two-pedal option - now you cannot buy a manual Ferrari!

2) If you broadened you choice to other grand tourers, the NSX was still the best car. There are few automatic classic cars that are better. Drive an auto Mercedes SL500 or a Jaguar XJS then drive an auto NSX. The NSX is vastly superior.

3) If you are looking for a car to use on longer journeys - for touring - then the auto option is better. Stress free, comfortable, easy to drive, etc etc... all the things the NSX was famous for.

4) When you are in drive in an auto, or in top gear in a manual, the auto and manual NSX are effectively the same.

5) In 1997, Honda improved the auto NSX with the F-matic. A much improved gear change, better ratios, and the paddle change semi-automatic option.

6) Finally - here’s the most important reason to buy an F-Matic NSX: This car is nearly twenty grand cheaper than the manual equivalent.

This car is a rare, 1997 Targa F-matic NSX. Charlotte green with tan leather. UK supplied, full history, 72,200 miles. Six owners, HPI clear. We have just carried out a full check over and carried out the all-important cam-belt service. Everything ( Air conditioning/ climate control, Bose Hi-Fi, power steering, ABS, etc) all works as it should.

So usable. Roof on; roof off; whatever. It’s become a bit of a cliché that the NSX is a sports car that you can use everyday: But it’s true.








Full, detailed pictures can be seen on the gallery section of our website:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Charlotte-Green-Targa/




Please call 01483 898888 or email us at info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

When Nico Rosberg won the Malaysian Grand Prix for Mercedes F1 in 2010, the media was quick to point out to the largely gullible general public that it was the first win for the team since Stirling Moss in 1955.

Is the Mercedes F1 team really Mercedes?

It’s true that Moss won the British Grand Prix in 1955 in a “Silver Arrows” factory Mecedes.  But to say that the 2010 win was the first for the team for 45 years was just corporate branding nonsense.  The team that is now called “Mercedes F1” was called “Brawn GP” – with no fewer than eight Grand Prix wins in 2009.  Same staff; same factory; running largely the same car.  And what were they called before “Brawn GP”? Well, Brawn GP was created as a result of a management buyout of - yes, you have guessed it - Honda Racing F1.

What has this got to do with the NSX?

The new NSX (designed and built in Marysville, Ohio, United States) comes with lots of marketing claims of “Honda DNA”.  

Is the new NSX really an NSX? 

We think yes. There are three things that both the new and the old NSX does brilliantly:

1)    Both cars make a statement about what a Honda sports car is and should be;

2)    Both cars go slowly very well.  Ever driven a 90's Ferrari at 10mph?  An NSX drives at 10mph with perfection.  Smooth, easy, comfortable;

3)    Both cars go fast very well.  No “sweaty palm” driving.  Just a brilliantly capable, involving, enjoyable car.

This car, a January 1997 NSX manual coupe, demonstrates those three things perfectly.  It will be a great car to own and enjoy.

Finished in metallic Charlotte Green with Tan leather. New Yokohama AD08 tyres.  Fully serviced with new cam belt.

First owned by Honda UK.  Since then it has had only three other owners and has covered 65,900.  Perfect service history with all MOTs.

The arrival of the new NSX will increase interest and awareness (and hence values) of the original NSX. So now is the time to buy.

Full, detailed photographs can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/NSX-Coupe-65900-miles/

The NSX combines build quality, reliability, durability and everyday drivability. Everything on it is unique. The chassis, powertrain, even the air conditioning are peerless. The aluminum body is beautiful.  It’s a classic you can own; take out for a drive whenever you like; and not worry about it breaking down or rotting away! 

This particular car is a 1996 Targa F-Matic. We have known this car for some time, having sold it to the current owner two years ago. It is unusual in that it has been professionally wrapped in red vinyl with a black roof.

The benefit of the wrap is that you can have the choice of keeping the classic NSX red and black colour scheme or retuning it to its original midnight purple. The paint underneath is in excellent condition and has been protected by the wrap.

This NSX is UK supplied, has a full documented history, 62,466 miles. It has been properly maintained (including a cam belt service less than 7,000 miles ago), has never been in an accident. It has a new service and MOT. We have given the car our NSX-specific 115-point pre-sales check over and everything works as it should, including Bose Hi-Fi.  

If you would like to know more, please feel free to contact us.

Full, detailed photos can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Other/1996-UK-Auto-Targa

Yellow.  You either hate it or love it.  But think of the design classics of the 20th century:  Harvey Ross Ball's "smiley face" - Yellow and black; Margeret Calvert's classic airport signs - Yellow and black. So what is the most eye-catching, distinctive colour combination for Kiyoyuki "Ken" Okuyama's NSX? - Yellow and black.

This car is Indy Yellow Pearl metallic with black leather, with the benefit of the removable hard top adding air and sunshine to what already is a sunny car! In suburb condition, always having been garaged and under a cover.

It has the 3.0 litre DOHC V6 VTEC engine and the five speed manual transmission.

UK supplied new on 1st August 1996, it has covered only 34,800 miles.  We have a full documented Honda history, with all previous MOTs.  

We have given the car a full cam-belt service; our unique NSX-specific 115 point check over; and it's ready to enjoy.

Firstly, a few words about the Targa: When it was first released in 1995, Road & Track magazine said "The NSX looks so entirely natural with a Targa top that it's hard to believe it hasn't always had one".  Often criticized by people who have never driven one, it has been suggested that the chassis is not as rigid as the Coupe. The facts are that Honda made no less than 50 modifications to retain body rigidity.  The car is only 40kg heavier than the Coupe through strengthening of the front bulkhead and A-post, the addition of an A-frame over the engine, as well as additional support in the rear floor and firewall.  In typical Honda fashion, to compensate for this, the Targas had an aluminium rear bumper bar, and a lighter starter motor and PAS system.

Drive a Targa and a Coupe - you will not feel any difference, except for the benefit of the open top in the summer!

This particular car was UK supplied in 1996 and is finished in perfect, un-marked Charlotte Green metallic paintwork with tan leather interior. It has the 1995/6 model year 16" and 17" seven-spoke alloy wheels with excellent tyres. It has covered 84,000 miles with full service history and provenance.

We have just completed an annual service.  The cam belt service was completed last year, less than 1,000 miles ago . A new MOT has just been issued with no advisories. It is now undergoing pre-sales preparation. It has perfect paintwork and excellent, unmarked leather. Please call us for more details

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

Plans Motorsport are probably the UK’s leading NSX specialist. We see more of these cars every month than any Honda main dealer sees in a year. At any one time we have between one and five in our workshops. So we are best placed to spot a good one when it comes along.

Arguably the NSX is one of the best cars ever.  It’s a classic.  A supercar that you can use everyday. It does everything right. It is depreciation proof. And it makes you feel better when you drive it.

And this particular car is my favourite: It is a 1996 Targa F-Matic. There is something special about removing the roof on a sunny day and stowing it neatly in the special hidden compartment under the engine cover. In my opinion, Midnight Purple is the best colour. It is UK supplied, has a full documented history, a low mileage (61,500), properly maintained (including a cam belt service last year), has never been in an accident, and is completely standard and original in all respects. Everything works as it should, including Bose Hi-Fi.  It is beautiful. Just brilliant.

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

Plans Motorsport are probably the UK’s leading NSX specialist. We see more of these cars every month than any Honda main dealer sees in a year. At any one time we have between one and five in our workshops. So we are best placed to spot a good one when it comes along.

Arguably the NSX is one of the best cars ever.  It’s a classic.  A supercar that you can use everyday. It does everything right. It is depreciation proof. And it makes you feel better when you drive it.

And this particular car is my favourite: It is a 1996 Targa F-Matic. There is something special about removing the roof on a sunny day and stowing it neatly in the special hidden compartment under the engine cover. In my opinion, Midnight Purple is the best colour. It is UK supplied, has a full documented history, a low mileage (61,500), properly maintained (including a cam belt service last year), has never been in an accident, and is completely standard and original in all respects. Everything works as it should, including Bose Hi-Fi.  It is beautiful. Just brilliant.

If you would like to know more, please feel free to contact us.

I had an interesting conversation with someone in a petrol station the other day. I was in a red NSX. The guy asked if it was a Ferrari.  He saw a red sports car and assumed it was a Ferrari. Which says a lot more about the Ferrari brand than it does about Honda.  

Many people buy an NSX because they understand about cars and don’t want a Ferrari. Often this extends to not wanting a red sports car. So here is one in my favourite colour, Midnight Purple.

This car is slightly different from the normal NSXs Plans Performance offers for sale in that it is on the HPI register as having been repaired.

It is not unusual for an NSX to be 'written off' by an insurance company as some body parts are either very expensive or no longer available from Honda.  So relatively minor and easy-to-fix damage cannot be carried out by the insurers’ preferred repairers, who normally repair Ford Fiestas as opposed to NSXs.

Now having been professionally repaired, the car is as good as new.  It has covered 47,500 miles and has had four owners. We know them all, having serviced the car over many years.   

It has absolutely faultless paintwork and excellent tan leather interior. It is the sought-after manual version; and has the benefit of the Targa roof, that can be removed on sunny days and stored neatly in the special compartment over the engine.

We have just completed our full NSX-specific check over and cam belt service.

If you are looking for an NSX to own and to enjoy, then this could be the one. We maintain and repair more NSXs than anyone else. We guarantee that the car has been repaired properly and is completely back to pre-accident condition. Except for the price: It’s ten thousand pounds cheaper than it should be.

Please call us for more details.

If you have ever been tempted to own an NSX, now is the time to buy with values climbing for low mileage, well documented, original cars. This is an excellent example of such a car. It has been lovingly cared for by the previous owner who has had the car garaged and covered a few hundred miles a year.

This NSX 3.0ltr 4-speed Auto is the classic Formula Red with black leather.  It was supplied new in April 1995 and has covered 70,800 miles. 

It is UK supplied. We have the full documented service history with every MOT. The cam belt has just been replaced. We have given the car our NSX-specific 115 point pre-sales check over and everything works as it should. 

Hence the car is in excellent condition, looks sunning, and will be a delight to own and drive. Please feel free to contact us for more information or to book a viewing.

Detailed photographs can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Other/M10-NSX

Go and try a 1995 Ferrari 348 before you come to look at our NSX's.  Even better (or worse), try an automatic 1995 Jaguar XJS or Mercedes 320SL.

Then test drive this NSX.  Firstly, it is simply hugely superior to any other car of its age and type. Secondly, it is as beautiful now as it was then.  The timeless shape, the beautifully forged aluminum suspension parts, the fantastic engine…. What more reasons does one need to own an NSX?  If you have ever wanted to own an NSX, now is the time to buy.  They are never going to go down in value.

This particular car is a 1995 automatic, in classic Formula red with black roof and black leather.

This car has done 83,360 miles, with full, documented history, with all invoices and previous MOTs.  It has a sympathetically upgraded Bose Hi-Fi.  Available with either black wheels (as in the photos) or original silver.

It is UK supplied, and, like all our cars, is faultless.  If you would like to come down to the countryside to see us, please don't hesitiate.

Detailed photographs can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Other/NSX-Coupe-N12-NSX

What is the most innovative, desirable, practical, sports car available today?  The McLaren 12C?

Cast you mind back 20 years ago to the mid 90’s.  What car encapsulated the most advanced automotive technology?  What car, like its modern counterpart, had a mid-engined, two seat design that combined very low body weight with a high-revving, high performance, naturally aspirated engine?

Answer:  The NSX, of course.

This particular car is a 1995 F-Matic, in classic Formula Red with Black roof.  But it has an unusual twist: Original, soft, hand-stitched red leather.  Every other red car we have seen has black leather…. and, actually, we rather prefer the red!

This car is beautiful and has perfect, original paint.  It is UK supplied, has a full Honda history, with only 45,000 miles. The last owner had it in professional storage, having owned it since 2000.

High resolution, detailed photographs are available in the gallery section of our web-site:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Other/NSX-Coupe-F-Matic

The NSX is an appreciating classic that is unusual because in its day it was the only true sports car available as an automatic.

This NSX 3.0ltr 4-speed Auto is the classic Formula Red with black leather. It was supplied new by Honda UK, Chiswick, in August 1993 and has covered 96,700 miles. It has the 1994 model year colour-coded roof and bigger alloy wheels. 

It has been properly serviced every year, evidenced by twenty-two Honda stamps in the service book.

The ownership record is typical for an NSX: When they were new, NSX’s tended to change hands relatively often and then remain with the same owner for many years.   This car follows the same pattern. It has had six owners in total, with only two since 2003. The last owner had the car since 2010. It was his pride and joy.  He covered a few hundred miles a year, attending many shows and classic car meetings.

Like all our cars, it in excellent condition, having just had our NSX-specific 115 point pre-sales check over. Everything works correctly, including the climate control. The sound from the original Bose Hi-Fi is excellent.

If you are looking for a classic car that you can use either everyday or just on special occasions; is easy to drive; will be reliable; and will not rot away; then this is the perfect solution!

Please feel free to contact us for more information or to book a viewing. More photos arriving soon....

A classic, super-low mileage, original, perfect NSX.  Berlina black with black leather. Manual, non-PAS.

This car has now arrived in the UK, with all duty and taxes paid. Bought from an owner of a huge car collection, this car has covered only 6,661 km from new....under 4,200 miles...

Didn’t you always promise yourself a car like this one day?

What gives the NSX its status amongst classic cars?  Is it the fact that it’s not a Ferrari? Or the fact that it was the most advanced production car of its day? Or that the owners understand about engineering excellence?

It’s no surprise to learn that the best price for any classic car will go to those with the lowest mileage and those that are maintained in the best condition. A cared-for NSX in as-new condition will also give more pleasure when it is driven. We drive many NSX’s and, to be honest, it’s easy to forget the difference between a new car and one that has done tens of thousands of miles. Whilst the NSX will never age like any ordinary car, there is nothing like the feeling of a new car. Something about the sense of occasion when you drive it; the cleanliness; the smell of the interior; the sharpness of the steering and suspension; or the faultless paintwork, make driving an as-new car special. 

This car is simply indistinguishable from new. It has to be seen to be believed.

As Honda said in the NSX brochure: “You’ll almost never park next to another one”. Well, one thing is for sure, you’ll never park next to another NSX like this one.

If your intention is to have it as an investment and sell on at a later date; or to drive everyday and enjoy; or just to keep, treasure, and derive that unique pleasure of ownership, it doesn’t matter. This is simply the best NSX available worldwide.

The Nordschleife is arguably the most popular, most demanding and longest circuit for road-car track-days, magazine tests, prototype testing and race events. There are very few cars that can lap in under 8 minutes.  Even fewer in 2002.  So when Motoharu Kurosawa drove a standard NSX-R, in a time of a 7:56 (in damp conditions), it was a revelation that confirmed just how good the NSX was.

This particular car is a 1992 car in Sebring Silver with black leather.  It has had some intelligent upgrades: the result of which is a car that looks fantastic on the road; and will be an unusual, and enjoyable occasional track-day car.

The inspiration for this car is Honda’s “Type R” NSX.  This car has Type R springs, dampers and anti-roll bars; uprated brakes; and wide Enkei 17” front and 18” rear wheels with Pirelli P7 tyres.

The engine has been mildly tuned with better induction and exhausts.  It has been lightened and balanced; has an uprated clutch; close ratio gearbox and an OS Giken limited slip differential.

Inside it has added carbon fibre; a removable steering wheel; “Type R” Gear knob and “Type R” floor mats. The previous owner had the car since 2006, spent a fortune, and really loved this car.

The car is UK supplied (despite the US rear bumper and "Acura" rear badge!), is HPI clear, and as usual we have carried out a thorough check over and done any work required.  For example we have changed the cam belt, tensioner, cam belt, battery, brake pads, etc etc.  So the car is excellent mechanically, and great to drive.

Detailed photographs can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Other/Type-R-Replica

1992 Manual Coupe

66,000 Miles

First registered in the Republic Of Ireland, this car was totally restored by us.

The car was thoroughly inspected by our NSX mechanics.  We work on these cars everyday so we are best placed to identify and fix all NSX issues.

In consultation with both the seller and the buyer, we agreed a programme of work to turn what was a rather average NSX back to better-than-new.

We did a full repaint.  Every separate part of the body work was removed, stripped, prepared and painted in either gleaming Berlinetta Black, or the correct NSX-specific high-gloss black for the roof, B-pillars, door trims and door handles.  No masking tape was used in the restoration, to ensure a perfect, factory finish.

All steel parts were either anodised or powder coated depending on original finish.

A full engine refresh was done, including cam belt, water pump, oil pump, LMAs, etc etc.

Finally, some tasteful upgrades were added by the owner:  NSX-correct BBS LM split rim wheels with Yokohama tyres.  Bilstein sports suspension and lowered springs.  NSX Type R brakes, carbon bonnet, steering wheel and gear lever.

It was his dream car!

Honda NSX’s will never go down in value.  If you have admired the thinking mans’ Ferrari, now is the time to buy.

Envisioned by Soichiro Honda; handling developed by Ayton Senna; owned by Gordon Murray, Ron Dennis, and Jenson Button to name but three.

A sports car with usability and practicality at the heart of its ethos, but it is still a special occasion when you drive one.

This NSX is a 1992 Manual, in the classic red with black roof.  Over it’s 22 year life, It has covered 114,000 miles, with seven owners.  That’s not unusual for an NSX.  With Honda reliability and durability, high mileage (as long, like this one, it is supported by a full documented service history) is not a problem.  In fact, low mileage cars (that have been stored and under-used), tend to be more unreliable!

We have just carried out full service, including a cam belt, water pump, and crank pulley change.  We have given the car a very thorough check over.  The car is faultless, and ready to enjoy.

Twenty-five years ago, the automotive world was very different.  Honda had supreme confidence in its engineering excellence. Overseen by new CEO Nobuhiko Kawamoto (who had motorsport and fast cars in his blood), the design brief for the NSX was to make the best sports car in the world.  Honda’s engineers were instructed to create a light, usable, fast, functional machine. Unlike most supercars of the day, it had to be capable of being used everyday, but exhilarating when desired.

Fortified by a booming Japanese economy, the engineering priesthood was housed in separate premises, untroubled by the dull businesses of marketing and accounting. It didn’t really seem to matter that customers were not lining up to buy Honda's NSX. The objective was simple – make a sports car that was better than any Ferrari or Porsche.

Gordon Murray, designer of possibly the world’s best supercar (The McLaren F1) said there was only one contemporary supercar he tried to emulate:  The NSX.

He later said that the McLaren matched or exceeded the first NSX in every area apart from ride quality.  Praise indeed.  The original NSX was one of the best cars ever.

If you are looking to buy a collectable NSX that best preserves this ethos, then this is it:

H18NDA (the original registration from new) was first registered in May 1991.  It is in the iconic Formula Red with high-gloss black roof and an excellent black leather interior.  It is perfectly original, unmodified and fastidiously maintained, having covered only 39,900 miles.  It has a perfect service history, showing consistent, light use.  It has no fewer than 27 Honda main dealer services, including three cam-belt changes.  We have the original handbook / service book, and a thick file of invoices and supporting documents.

We have just completed our NSX-specific check over and have prepared for sale, fixing anything that needs doing - the result of which will be a car just like it was in 1991.  An engineering masterpiece that will not be out of place either as part of a collection, a one-off investment, or just to use and enjoy!

Full, detailed pictures can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/NSX-Coupe-39900-miles/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

Classic sports cars have become the 'investment of choice' for those in-the-know in recent years.

What’s the best classic to buy? Well that depends on your budget of course, but the NSX should be on your shortlist.  It overturns conventional thinking with regards to classic sports cars in one crucial respect:  It’s a genuine classic sports car that all owners can enjoy – a pleasure to own, utterly satisfying, great to drive without being intimidating, with light, easy controls and confident handling right out on the limits. 

It’s a mid engined two-seater you can use whenever you want to. A dream classic without the downsides of classic car ownership. It won’t rust. Or break down. Or be a pig to drive.

What’s the best NSX to own?  Arguably, it’s the quintessential red-with-black-roof original car.  First released in 1990, almost half the NSXs sold in the UK were first registered in 1991.

We have four matching 1991 manual NSXs for sale at the moment, all in the iconic Formula Red with Black Leather.

The first has 178,000 miles and priced at £28,000;

The second has 119,000 miles, priced at £39,000;

The third has 38,000 miles, priced at £55,000;

…and this one, the best, with only 12,900 miles, is realistically priced at £75,000. 

It is possible the best NSX we have ever seen (and we have seen more than anyone else, probably worldwide). UK supplied, five owners, full history, all MOTs - completely faultless.  It’s about as close to 'like new' as you will find - and that’s confident sales talk if there ever was.

If you are looking for a classic NSX, and want the best, then this is it.

Full, detailed pictures can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/NSX-Coupe-12900-miles/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

~Honda NSX’s will never go down in value.  If you have admired the thinking man's Ferrari, now is the time to buy.

Envisioned by Soichiro Honda; handling developed by Ayton Senna; owned by Gordon Murray, Ron Dennis, Rowan Atkinson and Jenson Button to name but four.

It's a sports car with usability and practicality at the heart of its ethos, but still a special occasion when you drive one.

This NSX is a 1991 Manual, in the classic red with black roof.  UK supplied.  Over it’s 25 year life, It has covered 119,000 miles, with eight owners.  That’s not unusual for an NSX.  With Honda reliability and durability, high mileage (as long as, like this one, it is supported by a full documented service history) is not a problem.  

This particular car has been sold by us twice.  It's nice when that happens as we have a much better appreciation of the condition of the car and its reliability and quality. Its previous owner, a fastidious car collector, has spent much time looking after and cleaning this treasured possession, lovingly caring for it.  The car is faultless; looks like it's done half the miles shown on the odometer; and will be a joy to own.

Full, detailed pictures can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/NSX-Coupe-119000-miles/

Please call 01483 898888 or email info@plansperformance.com for more information or to arrange a viewing.

1991 Manual Coupe

Sebring Silver with black leather.

Classic cars are becoming more and more popular as investments.  If you had invested £37,000 in the FTSE 100 exactly a year ago today; it'll now be worth £32,700 (a loss of 13%, before any charges).

If you had bought £37,000 of US dollars, it'll now be worth £34,900  (a loss of 6%, before any charges).

Even if you simply left it in the bank, you would be lucky to see just a small increase.

However, had you bought an NSX a year ago; you would be looking at a very nice appreciation: 20-25%, easily.  More importantly, you would have a useable asset.  One which you can derive a special pleasure from owning, unlike a share certificate or a bank statement!

It's what they call in investment circles a "no-brainer".

This car is a fresh Japan Import, purchased direct from the previous owner. It has covered 69,600 miles and comes complete with the Japanese service history and provenance. 

We have just completed our full NSX-specific check over and cam belt service.  We have replaced anything that was required: including a replacement clutch and four new tyres.  A new MOT has just been issued with no advisories. It has excellent paintwork and leather.

It currently has the Type-R "stereo-delete" option, but we can fit either a modern stereo; double-din stereo/sat nav; or original Bose Hi-Fi at extra cost.

It has a UK registration and ready to enjoy.  It will not depreciate; and will be a joy to own, drive, or simply look at gaining in value in your garage.

Please call us for more details

Detailed, hi-res photos can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/H184HEJ/

In 1991 the NSX was an engineering masterpiece and was the most expensive Japanese car by some distance, at £55,000 in this specification.  That’s the equivalent of £82,500 in today’s money…. Add the cost of 23 years professional storage and you have a £100,000 motor car.  It won’t be long before the best NSXs will command this price…..

First registered on the 14th March 1991, this car has been owned by the same pilot / engineer owner from new.  It has covered just 16,200 miles, has never been out in the rain, and has been dry-stored with amazing attention to detail (under a dust sheet, with the suspension gently loaded, doors open as to not crush the seals, connected to a battery conditioner, etc etc).  It has perfect, original paint, and unmarked black leather. The condition underneath is the best we have ever seen.  It is spotless.

We have just carried a detailed inspection and appraisal and the car is in as-new condition with no faults. We will carry out a cambelt service before delivering to the new owner.  This is without question the best classic NSX available today.

Detailed photographs can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/Other/NSX-Auto-16200-miles

What does "Honda" mean to you?

Is it that Honda are the manufacturer of inexpensive cars, generating sets and outboard motors? Nothing special when it comes to engineering?

Or do you think of Honda as the firm that has made some of the best engineered and most reliable cars in the world?  The firm that won the Manufacturer's Team award at its first visit to the Isle of Man TT in the late 50's and went on to win 138 Motorcyle World Championship races in the 60's?  The firm that entered Formula One racing in 1964 (just four years after the production of its first road car), going on to win three F1 races as a constructor and an incredible 68 as an engine supplier?

If you are considering buying an NSX, you will be in the latter group!

What's the best way to describe this car? My immediate thought is a quote by the founder of the Honda Motor Co., Soichiro Honda:

“Products don’t lie.  If a product is really good, it will succeed.  What did we at Honda intend when we created our products?  That our products will speak the truth about Honda. “

Well, this car manifestly speaks the truth about Honda products.  

It is possibly one of the highest mileage NSX in the UK, having covered 178,000 miles. However this beautiful, original UK-supplied NSX has:

- just passed the MOT with no advisories;

- normal oil pressure;

- an excellent clutch and smooth gear-change; 

- main-dealer service history and all MOTs;

- unmarked black leather interior; and

- excellent paintwork with no signs of accident damage.

It looks and drives like it's done a third of the miles showing on the odometer.  

Which makes it a perfect example of the excellence of Honda engineering, and therefore a bargain.

Full, detailed pictures can be seen here:

https://plans.smugmug.com/178000-miles/

The NSX is an appreciating classic that is unusual because in its day it was the only true sports car available as an automatic. In 1991, when this car was new, the manual was £55,000 in the UK and the automatic gearbox was a £3,000 option.  That's the equivalent of £117,000 now.

This NSX 3.0ltr 4-speed Auto is the classic Formula Red with black leather. It has just been imported into the UK and we have fully converted it to UK specification, including MPH speedometer, rear fog light, UK FM band stereo, and we have removed the speed limiter.  It has a new MOT with no advisories, a new cam-belt service, and a UK registration.

New in 1991, it has covered only 55,337 km (33,500 miles) – and the condition reflects the low mileage.

It has sparkling Formula red paintwork (with the later colour coded roof, that was an optional extra in Japan) and excellent black leather interior.

It is in original, standard specification, and is available with the Team Dynamics (18”) wheels or the original equipment wheels (at extra cost).

If you are looking for a classic car that you can use either everyday or just on special occasions; is easy to drive; will be reliable; and will not rot away; then this is the perfect solution!

Please feel free to contact us for more information or to book a viewing.

Full, detailed photos can be seen here:

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A classic, mileage, original, perfect NSX. Berlina black with black leather. Manual, non-PAS.

All duty and taxes paid. Bought directly from the owner in Japan, this car has covered only 37,561 km from new.... under 23,500 miles...
 

The car is in excellent condition having been fastidiously cared for.  It even has the protective plastic material still on the sill-panels! It has to be seen to be believed.

It’s no surprise to learn that the best price for any classic car will go to those with the lowest mileage and those that are maintained in the best condition. A cared-for NSX in as-new condition will also give more pleasure when it is driven. We drive many NSX’s and, to be honest, this one is exceptional. Something about the sense of occasion when you drive it; the cleanliness; the smell of the interior; the sharpness of the steering and suspension; or the faultless paintwork, make driving this car car special. 

If your intention is to have as an investment and sell on at a later date; or to drive everyday and enjoy; or just to keep, treasure, and derive that unique pleasure of ownership, it doesn’t matter. Many consider the NSX to be under-valued when compared to the equivalent Porsche or Ferrari.  The bottom line is this:  Drive a classic Porsche or Ferrari, then drive an NSX. Then you decide which car is the best value for money.

Charlotte Green with black leather.

Fresh Japan Import with 80,200 miles.

We have just completed our full NSX-specific check over and service.  A new MOT has just been issued with no advisories. It has excellent paintwork and leather.

There is quite a bit of prejudice when it comes to Japanese imports.  We think this stems from unscrupulous dealers that used to bring in cars that the Japanese market didn't want and sell them in the UK for a quick profit.  This is not the case here. This car has been individually selected, properly prepared, and is ready to use in the UK.  After all, all NSXs came from Japan originally!

If you are looking for an every-day classic car that will not depreciate, that is easy to drive and can be used for a long weekend trip or just down to the shops, then this is the one.  

It has a UK registration and ready to enjoy.

Please call us for more details

A sports car you can use every day. That was Honda's advertising strap line back in 1990, and it's still true today.

Twenty four years later, the NSX still sets standards of performance, luxury, technology that are hard to match.

This car, a 3.0litre Auto, is an appreciating classic that can be driven everyday, without the problems associated with many classic sports cars. Equally capable of being driven from home to the shops on a Sunday morning, or a blast down to the South of France.

Remarkably, this car has had one owner from new, and has covered 56,800 miles.  It has been serviced by the local Honda main dealer, or by us, every year.

The owner lives in the UK in the summer, and in the Southern Hemisphere in our winter. So this car has only been driven in the summer months in the UK.

Hence it has been perfectly maintained (we have just completed a cam-belt service); lovingly looked after; and lightly used.