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The story begins when three-time Formula 1 world champion Ayrton Senna sat behind the wheel of a prototype for the Honda (Also called the Acura NSX. The Acura and Honda NSX are the same car but the name and branding is different based on where it’s marketed) NSX at the Suzuki circuit, he felt something was off. He told Honda engineers the chassis needed more rigidity, the rear suspension geometry needed revision and because of his insistence, the NSX’s body was stiffened by about 50% during its final development. Senna’s input transformed the NSX from just another sportscar into a everyday supercar one with exotic performance but practical usability. At the time, Honda really made a statement: you can craft a car that thrills like a race-machine and still be dependable enough for everyday driving.

The “NSX” name is no random letter-jumble. It stands for New Sports eXperience, a deliberate signal that Honda was stepping into a new era of sports cars. The “X” adds a flavor of the unknown, the bold, the extraordinary. This wasn’t a regular performance car, it was Honda’s statement that they could build a proper supercar. When it came to performance, the Honda NSX aimed to impress. Early first-generation models had a 0 to 60 time of about 5.4 to 5.8 seconds, delivering speed that rivaled Ferraris of the same era. Its top speed is 168 mph (270 km/h)(can go as high as 175mph depending on the variant and transmission choice.) The car was built entirely from aluminum. This was a world first for a production car of its type. The NSX maintained a remarkably light curb weight of about 1,350 to 1,425 kilograms (2,976–3,142 pounds). This balance of speed, aerodynamics, and lightweight engineering gave it a unique character: a car that could thrill on the track yet remain graceful on city streets, proving Honda’s commitment to functional performance rather than excess.

When the first generation NSX hit showrooms in 1990, its MSRP in the U.S. was around US $62,000. Fast-forward to today: many well-kept original NSX models are valued at US $113,000 and some rare variants fetch well into six figures. Meanwhile, the second-generation NSX (2017 onward) launched in the U.S. at an MSRP of about US $156,000.

Across it’s lifespan, the Honda NSX evolved through two distinct generations, each representing a leap in both engineering and philosophy. The first generation (1990–2005), known internally by its NA1 and NA2 codes, began with a 3.0-liter V6 (Na1) that later grew to a 3.2-liter engine(Na2), paired with either a precise manual transmission or an automatic option for everyday usability. While the NA1 is celebrated for its purity and connection to the driver, the NA2 offers faster, more stable, and sophisticated performance without losing the car’s original spirit. It spawned several special editions, including the NSX-T with a removable targa roof, the NSX-R and Type S/Zero: (lightweight model), track-focused versions built for purists, many of which were exclusive to the Japanese market. After a decade-long hiatus, the second generation (2016–2022), known as the NC1, redefined the NSX with a futuristic hybrid powertrain combining a twin-turbocharged V6 engine and three electric motors for an advanced all-wheel-drive system. This generation produced the limited-production NSX Type S, restricted to just 350 units globally, which delivered sharper handling, more power, and a design that paid tribute to the original. Each iteration of the NSX carried the same spirit, a pursuit of balance between performance, innovation, and everyday drivability.

Beyond its real-world performance and history, the NSX it has left a lasting mark in pop culture, appearing in films like The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, where it epitomized the apex of JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) tuning and exotic style. It has also graced numerous video games, from Gran Turismo to Forza Motorsport, giving players worldwide a taste of supercar performance they might never experience in real life. Within the JDM community, the NSX is revered as the “everyman’s exotic.” The NSX also influenced competitors: legendary designer Gordon Murray (of McLaren F1 fame) has stated that the NSX set a benchmark for usability and engineering in supercars.

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There are lessons here: dream big, build smart, keep your feet on the ground. The NSX shows that anything ordinary can become extraordinary with attention to detail. If you want to become someone in the world and drive cool cars, don’t be afraid to fine-tune relentlessly (Senna’s input). Feedback and criticism are two different words, don’t be afraid to embrace feedback. You don’t need to be born rich to build a masterpiece; you just need to master the fundamentals and refuse to settle for mediocre. Ride the curve of life with confidence, steer toward excellence and maybe one day you’ll earn the keys to your own version of greatness. All that I’m trying to say is, work hard and be proud of yourself and as always, I’m watching from afar, and I’m rooting for you!