Recent content by Joel Zoldessy MD

BTW, Ken, you might want to ignore "that heavy Benz competitor", however, should you come upon a C-32 on the street/highway do not even contemplate a race. As the prior owner of 92 and 95 NSXs, I can tell you from much experience that the pre-97 models are simply no match for the C-32. Even...

For those interested in a RWD 4 door sedan with very good handling (for a sedan), excellent brakes and outstanding power, I suggest a look at the MB AMG C-32. My wife's C-32 recently ran 0-60 in 4.89 seconds (limited by very poor rear tire adhesion) and the 1/4 mile in 13.34 seconds at the local...

Ken, you can add my wife's new AMG C-32 to your list of sub 5 second 0-60 cars. It ran 0-60 in 4.89 seconds (limited by poor tire adhesion) and the quarter mile in 13.34 seconds @ 106.7 mph at the local track. It is considerably faster than either my 92 or 95 NSXs.

There has been continuous mention of the enhanced rigidity of the 1997 and later Targas when compared to the 1995-96 models. Can anyone identify exactly how this was accomplished? The structural changes made to the 1995 Targas as compensation for the loss of the fixed-roof were apparently...

NSXY, It was not my attempt to ruffle anyone's feathers with my prior comments. Clearly, however, I have. Hence, I offer my apologies to those so offended. Remember, I have criticized the very same car I presently own. Understand that I remain angry that Honda needed to substantially remake the...

NSXY, not to worry. The clutch on my 95 also engages rather high and has done so since brand new. By-the-way, I do not believe our clutches are adjustable.

L5, Congratulations. Have you located an extended warranty as yet? I recently purchased a set of Dali sway bars--directly from Mark Johnson at his garage. Call me at home (Iassume you still have my telephone number) should you have any questions regarding additional performance modifications.

I, too, live in the San Diego area; I, too, appreciate roads such as Palomar Mountain; I, too, agree driving a sports car involves much more than is experienced on a race track; I, too, agree Honda will likely make a Targa version of the next gen NSX. The real question involves none of the...

With all due respect, Gordon, the fact is, the NSX was not designed from its inception to have the roof removed. This added weight to a car already too heavy (wasn't the original weight parameter to be about 2800 lbs.?). This reduced chassis rigidity not reversible with the after-the-fact...

After reading several posts on this thread, I guess owners of 95-96 NSXTs should put their cars out with the trash. As "everyone" knows, no Targa model whatever the year approaches the fixed-roof Coupe's handling capabilities. The refinements made to the 97 and later Targas enhance chassis...

L5, As I have owned both Coupe and Targa versions, if you would private me @ [email protected], I would be glad to discuss the matter in great detail.

Forgive my transgression. DV/DT is correct, the NSXT finished third in the aforementioned C&D handling comparison. This in no way, however, alters the premise of my comments which were both correct and accurate. Understand, too, that I hold the M3 in very high esteem as it is a superb automobile...

Having owned several NSXs and a 95 M3, I simply cannot understand some the previous responses in this thread. The M3 cannot compare to the NSX with regard to handling prowess, acceleration, high speed stability or responsivenesss. The BMW's steering is more communicative with better "feel"...

IMHO, the 996 was Porsche's attempt to create a vehicle that emulates the NSX's "easy to drive fast" character. In doing so, there has been a muting of the sharp-edged responsiveness of the 993.Furthermore, the 996 Coupe should be compared to the 97 and later NSX Coupe. The latter is "tighter"...

NSXY, Where in San Diego do you purchase 98 octane fuel? Joel