1994 JH4NA1150RT000271 85k

[mungwi]

Just came back from looking at this car, even test drove it (but not really helpful as it was my first time driving an nsx). I can say though that my s2000 definitely felt a lot tighter as far as steering goes. Owner was looking for $29k, was willing to go down on the price allowing for the as of yet unreplaced water pump and timing belt, but required a firm offer for him to take the car off the market. I, on the other hand, was hesitant to make a firm offer before having professionals checked it out, bodywork at a body shop I frequent, and mechanically by established nsx specialists. The buyer was very nice and courteous, and I had a nice chat with him about the car and everything.

One concern I had was when I was test driving the car (my first time driving an nsx btw), I noticed the steering wheel was off, probably 5-10 degrees (noticeable but not that big), and the owner attributed it to road camber. I asked him when was the last alignment, and he said it was when he purchased the car (in '02, 13k miles ago). Is it just really the road, and maybe mis-aligned, or should be looked into?

I will post some pics of the car when i get a chance.

 

[NSXFRIEND]

The price should be a good indication that it needs work at $29K for a 94. The steering being loose is pretty normal at low speeds but once you start getting into tripple digits it should be rock solid and heavy.

 

[mungwi]

yes, tb/wp needs work, pneumatic things for the engine glass door is out (wiki states $180 w/ labor, correct?), i imagine for a car this age and mileage the suspension would also need work?

 

[mickeylex]

Unlikely that the suspension needs work unless it was damaged. You may need new shocks and/or tires. Budget tires will make the NSX handle far below its capability. Alignment is easy. Have your PPI done and go from there.

 

[navyflydoc]

FYI,

Don't forget 60k mile service if needed- $800
Timing Belt and water pump replacement- $2000

Mine is currently in the shop ( HNA Automotive San Antonio) for these procedures.

 

[mungwi]

Unlikely that the suspension needs work unless it was damaged. You may need new shocks and/or tires. Budget tires will make the NSX handle far below its capability. Alignment is easy. Have your PPI done and go from there.

Exactly, I mean the shocks, not the whole suspension setup. The struts on the e36 sedan gave out after only 10 years, so I was worried about this issue, even given the "honda" endurance I don't expect them to last that long.