Dear S2Kers,

Thanks so much for the replies on my previous post, S2000 or WRX. Now the plot thickens as I've found a black 1991 NSX selling at $32K. Just about the same price as an '01 S2000. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this...

 

How many miles are on the Acura?

 

Yeah, good question Ivs2k. I've heard that a clutch job in a NSX is absurdly expensive.

 

I've owned both cars. My opinions are->

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That's a tough one. I know if I had to choose I'd probably get the NSX. That is if it doesn't have a lot of miles. They are much more exclusive and well like the previous post said... Anyway, I was planning on getting a used NSX myself about 6 months ago. Then I ended up going with the S2000. I was at the dealership one day and said that's my car. If an NSX were available, I probably would have gotten it, but they're so damn hard to find. I think I've seen about three in my life. Another good thing is that you can't really tell the difference (visually) between a 91 and a 2001. So if it's in good shape, then what the hell. All you'll lose is the convertible option and that new car smell. You would be the man in an NSX. Personally I will probably be getting the '03 or '04 restyled NSX. That is if the price is lowered into the 60-70k range like speculated. We'll see when the time comes. Good luck.

 

I struggled with the same issue. . . "Should I get a 95-96 NSX or should I get an new S2000". . .

Note: I've wanted an NSX since their introduction in 91'. . .

Things to consider:

Though the exterior has seen few changes (bigger wheels in 95+ models), the NSX (manual transmission version) has undergone a number of significant mechanical changes. These include: optional targa top, the addition of a 6 gear, an increase in Hp from 270 to 290, and added rigidity. . .

Keeping that in mind, you have to ask yourself the following:

1. Is a 91 NSX with 'y' miles comparable to a new S2000? IMO, from a performance standpoint yes they are comparable, but one is 10 years old (maintenance MAY become an issue) the other is brand new. . . There's nothing like a new car

2. A used car (whether its an NSX or a Ferrari) typically requires the buyer to make concessions (i.e., color, accessories, mileage, etc.). . . New cars don't typically require any of these concessions, you can get it "your" way. . .

Botomline, its your choice. However, after careful consideration I bought an 01' S2000 and haven't regretted my decision for a minute. . .

A NSX is my next car & in four years, I'm certain that I can afford a new one and I won't have to make any concessions

Good luck. . .

 

I recently had a chance to purchase a 1992 red NSX 5 speed with 9,800 miles in absolutely mint condition for $34,500.

I had even left a deposit and was going to trade my car but then after some serious thinking I decided to drop the idea. The main reason cause I am a speed freak and the NSX 5 speed is not much quicker than the S2000, I've driven it around many times cause a friend had one.

Also I am too scared to S/C my S due to the lack of reliabilty of the car and decided to go with a 1998 Supra Turbo and make that into a bullit. Still in the process of finding one though.

Anyways goodluck.

 

I came across a deal, although not as good as Taimur's - it was a 91 with 42K miles going for $30,500. Nice car, love it. But I wanted a 'new' car - and I just love convertibles. I live in Texas so convertible weather is almost year round - that is, if the rain permits me to do so.

Drive both cars if you can, see which one fits you the best, not which one you think you can bag chicks with. That's not the point of having any car - even though it can be a penile extender.

I would love to have an NSX one day, but then I was looking at the aftermarket parts for them - some exhaust kits run over 3000.00 bucks! And that's typically just for the header. Either way, don't scrounge to get the car - make sure you can maintain it too.

/my two cents

 

I've got a '96 NSX Targa and my '00 S2000. If I were forced to get rid of one it would be the S2000. The NSX is a superior car. More comfortable, more torgue and more exclusivity. If you're concerned about reliability of a used car, I've seen NSXs with over a quarter million miles still going strong on the original engine. Mods are expensive but you can buy a good exhaust and header from comptech for $3000 or about what you'd pay for a Mugen exhaust and header for an S2000. The difference is that that combo on an NSX will get you an easy 20hp. A supercharger for the NSX will run you $10K but it is the sweetest package you can imagine. In my opinion, get the NSX but be ready to change rear tires every 5K miles and have it inspected by someone who knows NSXs.

 

For me it's all a personal opinion of style and enjoyment combined with cost to keep it on the road (the more influencing factor for my situation)... speed/modifying are pretty poor for both vehicles.