It seems I'm in the minority, but that 350Z in the picture looks so much better then that nsx in front of it. But that's just my taste.

 

Put me in line behind comquat1 if you decide not to purchase the NSX. If the NSX truly clean, that is a helluva deal.

 

Yep, same here.

 

Me 3.....but at the same time..thats comparing stock to stock...a nicely modded NSX can look very very nice as well..but personally I would only do it if it was 97+

 

I purchased a 91 NSX in August 2005 with 53K miles on it, black over red. It had some minor upgrades including different air intake, CF mesh engine bay cover, CF interior trim, rear shock strut bar, etc. I added Work Meister S2R wheels 17F/18R with the appropriate Bridgestone Pole Position SO-3s.

Driving Observations:

The car handles and brakes like a go kart. The lack of power steering shows you just what you have been missing if you have been driving anything that has it. Shift linkage, superb. Brakes superb. Visibility superb. Power a bit low, but that can be remedied depending upon how fat your wallet is. See the CompTech or Science of Speed web sites for all kinds of ways to be car rich and house poor. The appropriate header, exhaust, and air intake can gain you 25+ hp if installed properly. My car exhibits mild understeer when pushed to the limits, transitioning to moderate oversteer if you choose to chop throttle in mid-corner (not recommended unless you know what you are doing). These characteristics are based on "at the limit" driving. During normal driving, everything is neutral.

Maintenance and Parts:

Expensive. Parts are not high volume items = expensive. Labor can be expensive...make sure you find an Acura dealer or specialized mechanic who can work on the car properly. Sometimes parts might not be in stock and you might have to wait. Several on-line forums (especially http://www.nsxprime.com) offer information and parts at a discount. Depending upon how you choose to set up wheel alignment (the OEM specs are very aggressive as they were designed for track use), you will experience above average tire wear. The plus side is that the car will handle like a go kart.

Stalking Quotient:

I purchased the car for occasional track days and spirited driving...by myself. I absolutely did not consider or count on the often unwanted attention of "Fast & Furious" drivers, folks driving "American Iron", or other normally reasonable people who try to race you, goad you into doing something stupid, or who stalk you in your blind spot looking at the car while you figure out how to change lanes without causing an accident.

Bottom Line:

Based upon my experience, I'd buy the NSX again in a heartbeat. I'll probably buy some performance upgrades in the future...but the car is just fine the way it is. I used to road race motorcycles, and I currently have a very highly modified, and very, very fast, Ducati 998R Superbike. The NSX is the only thing that has ever prevented me from wanting to ride the Ducati just to be able to enjoy going fast.

 

All I can say is that this is a $40,000 car. If you can buy it for $30k, you're a fool not to.

BTW- A stock 350Z is not faster than this car.
A stock 3.2l NSX is putting about 270hp to the wheels.

If you buy this car, you won't regret it. If you don't like it, sell it for $42k and go buy a brand new 350z.

 

Yes, buying it at thirty, you will come out ahead selling it even after paying taxes and registration! So have you bought it yet? Or will you give me his contact information. I want to learn more on this car.

 

He's letting me borrow the car next week so that I can get it checked out. I'll update you guys next week!

 

Either the guy wasnt trying or he didnt know how to drive..My friend (GM of a local Nissan Dealer) has been trying to convince me to trade my 92 NSX for a 350Z. No where in hell a bonestock 350Z will compete with an NSX even the 91-96. The 97+ NSX has 20HP but the gearing is what makes it quicker. Stock for stock the NSX will walk from stock 350Z. An older NSX is even quicker than a TTZ with 300HP. I had a TTZ and though it "feels" faster than my 92NSX, its not.

just my 02 and experience...

cheers

 

 

I want that car! ^^^^^^^^^^^

Don't think we can get them here in Dubai!

 

Since this is a thread about deciding to either keep the Z or buy a NSX and jensei888 posted a nsx with a body kit, I'd thought it would be fair to post my favorite 350Z which has the top secret wide body kit:



2nd favorite 350Z wide body:




I'm still in love with that Top Secret Wide Body Z.

 

You are missing out big time, the fastest modified NSX's are from "NA1 coupe platforms (91-94) for perfomance NOT NA2 (97+) but if you want the bling of a "T" top and added weight then go for a 95+.

 

350z

 

i didnt know calipers were on the outside of wheels

 

 

 

I would stick with the Z and build it up... sure NSX are rare and great at handling but with a couple grand in mods the Z is right there or even better!

 

I was looking for an NSX a while back. And while they are awesome cars, I just wouldn't want to have to pay for maintenance and if it ever gets in an accident it will most likely be totalled because of the cost of replacement parts and how hard it is to repair aluminum. So for a daily driver like I would have been using it for, it would have killed me if someone sideswiped me or something stupid like that. And here in Vegas, it's not very hard to get in an accident. I get too emotionally attached to my babies to drive an NSX here. LOL. That is an awesome deal on a '97 though. Good luck with your decision.

 

get the nsx. you could drive it for a year and sell it and still make money on it.
however, i doubt youcan sell your 2003 350Z for $23K.