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Honda NSX (1991-2005) Review

Category: Exotic Sports 4 out of 5

Summary of the Honda NSX (1991-2005)

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Assets

Fast, beautifully made, easy to drive.

Drawbacks

Lacks ultra-fine edge of driver appeal for some; dowdy, dated interior.

Verdict

One of the less-acknowledged greats and a future classic.

Review

Comfort and Equipment3.5 out of 5

The great thing about the NSX is that it is as refined and supple as an Accord when all you want to do is arrive at your destination. The ride is smooth, compliant and sympathetic, even over rough and uneven surfaces. No other supercar is as hassle-free as this. It's more than suitable for a lengthy commute and/or business mileage, as well as for fun at the weekends. Shame the cabin feels so dated, though. Though it doesn't pretend to be anything other than a two-seater, the NSX is generously sized with ample leg and elbowroom, so above-average sized people can enjoy it too. There's very little storage space and room for oddments though, so don't expect a full complement of cupholders and door pockets, should you want them in a car like this. You get a decent RDS-equipped stereo cassette in the NSX, but Honda don't deem a CD system necessary. Honda dealers can't do optional upgrades or fit satellite navigation (there isn't room in the dash for any other audio/navigation units, they say), but aftermarket specialists may well be able to help. Shame, as the NSX is one of the few supercars in which you'd be able to hear and enjoy music, if you don't want to listen to the wonderful sound of the engine, that is.

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Best Exotic Sports Cars

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Winner:
Porsche 911
First runner up:
Ferrari F430
Second runner up:
Aston Martin V8 Vantage

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