Still hoping!

[Kidztchr7]

Looking for my first NSX that can be purchased around $25k, as I am on a teacher's salary!! Red with tan, manual, decent miles, and CARE are what I really seek most in one. If it needs the 65,000 mile repairs, I'll be in trouble. Thanks for reading! JP

 

[Casper91]

JP,

You should be able to find something.
Don't forget to factor in insurance and maintenance into your budget.

Check out the items in the FAQ portion of this site.

 

[brahtw8]

You probably need to pay at least $27k for a good early NSX. Red is very common, but tan is non-existent on the early cars, IIRC. Ivory is available and likely the closest thing. Check the FAQ section for production #s by color/year.

As for the purchase, I don't think you will be able to get a loan for an NSX. Some credit unions may do it, but most places have criteria for age, mileage, etc. that will exclude the cars you are looking at. With a $25k annual income, you don't have a lot of room on the 40% debt to income ratio that may be the limit of what you can get a loan for.

A private loan from a family member might not be a bad way to go, if that is an option.

Otherwise, a home equity loan is probably the best way to finance an NSX. That assumes you have real property with some equity, not a rent payment. If you have not bought property, it may be foolish to buy an NSX.

 

[mikelli]

I am about to sell my NSX, if you are interested pls pm me

1991 // 5-speed / red / blk interior (some scuffs on drivers seat) clean.
76500 miles (not in snap ring range ; 60000 service inc. timing belt , water pump, compressor belt, alternator belt DONE ; window fix it things DONE (window still rolls a bit slow but no problems) ; speaker amps REPLACED (works fine) ; new front stoptech rotors ; comptech headers ; comptech exhaust ; top painted to match body ; 94 wheels (gunmetal) ; replaced window rubber trim (solved wind noise issue)

things to fix:
A/C - checked with dealer and evaporator & blower motor needs to be replaced ($1800 - will deduct from price)
Oil pan - when I purchased the NSX, I had the dealer examine from top to bottom and they found the oil pan had a slight dent, however they said that it is not even worth mentioning - close to 2 years and no problems
Plastic trim that covers the windshield on the bottom(next to the wipers) has come loose on the right side. No threat of damage or leaks so I left it alone.

Basically the car drives awesome, looks almost brand new (some marks in front bumper) and virtually no problems. I would keep it but just purchased a 01 lexus GS430 for myself and my wife cant drive a stick...
*The car had some slight front end body work done but the work is top notch and the dealer could not tell anything was done to it.
P R I C E : $28000 subtract 1800 = $2 6, 2 0 0 . 0 0

Thanks,
Mike K.

 

[piyoimut]

If you are interested in a Black/Ivory, let me know.
I am thinking of selling, but never really have time to put the ad, but my asking price is around your price range.

 

[JMeade]

NSX for sale

I have a 1991 black/black in great condiion, out of snap ring range with the 60K including the water pump already done, etc for sale. Only a few tasteful mods, 2001 "blades silver" wheels and tires, and an R&M muffler. All speakers have been replaced or rebuilt by Bose, and A/C is refreshed and converted to R134A by Honda dealership. I hate to sell it, especially since I am helping launch a new Acura dealership in Cleveland, but I have to trim a few toys to take this great opportunity with the Acura dealership!!!! Email with questions, however I am probably at the top of your price range, as it is a really nice car.

[email protected]

 

[smokey212]

i've got a blk 91 for 23,000. pm me for details and pics.

 

[Kidztchr7]

Still looking--my eternal vigil!

Still searching for that elusive first NSX for a teacher's budget (@$25,000 for the car).

Needs to be bright glistening red with cream seats (no bolster wear). Guess I'll have to concede on the miles, but not the condition. On a teacher's budget, I need things already replaced--not in need of replacing, Anyhow, if you're out there somewhere first NSX... LEXINGTON, KY

 

[Kidztchr7]

You guys are absolutely the best! Thanks for all the helpful replies. Red with cream leather is how I should have stated my goal, and @$25k is my budget for the car--not my salary. (Now I see why my students sometimes think I'm less than clear!)

 

[twizted]

I just picked up a decent 1991 NSX Red/Cream with exhaust, stereo and wheel mods and 80k miles for $25k. It's in "decent" shape, but compared to a few others I have seen in the $30-$33k range - this one needs a few thousand $ to get it up to par.

Here is what it needs to get it up to par with the nice ones:

* Full engine detail
* Some new hoses / wiring
* New seats or quality leather fix/repairs
* New carpet & mats
* New windshield wiper arms & blades
* New lower front skirt
* Correction of exhaust routing/rattling problems
* New shift boot assembly

I would guess this will cost me about $2k to get it done with friends that work in high places, and would probably cost you $3k+ if you didn't know people working at Acura, perf-shops, leatherworking, etc.

The car also has original A/C and window motors - so I'm probably going to be hit with some big repairs in the near future. ($2k-$4k)

Take for example the $30k 1993 with 90k miles forsale on these forums. The quality of the skirts & engine bay simply SMOKE this $25k car. From the looks of the exterior pics - I can imagine his seats do too :smile:

 

[MCM]

"Still searching for that elusive first NSX for a teacher's budget (@$25,000 for the car). Needs to be bright glistening red with cream seats (no bolster wear)"

http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/BuySell/pricing.htm

Sorry, but as Arrosmith said, Dream on............