I'm in the process of finding an NSX. Does anybody know the details of the differences between the 97-99 manual transmission and the 2k model? What were the specific upgrades? Also, what are the specifics on the 100k no tune up on the 2k models? I'm trying to figure out if it's worth it for me to spend 5-10k more to get a 2k model.
97-99 vs. 2k model
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Not much changes between the 1997 - 2000 models. They have the same engine and transmission.
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1997
New colors Monte Carlo Blue, Spa Yellow, Kaiser Silver
Engine increased from a 3.0L to a 3.2L, on manual transmissions cars.
Horsepower grew from 270 to 290 and torque went from 210lbs-ft to 224 lbs-ft
On manual transition cars (auto's stayed the same at 252hp)
New 6 speed transmission, 6th gear is engaged by a solenoid. The gearshift activates a switch to change gears.
Double synchros on 3rd through 6th gears
Triple synchros on 2nd gear
Stronger harder aluminum alloy (body panels) that reduced weight and increased rigidity
Less noise and vibration from the engine at idle
New car immobilizer and anti-theft system which uses a micro-chipped key
No more metal key
Improved traction control system
Better ABS system
New front spoiler
Better power steering control
Larger spare tire
Solar absorbing glass. 40% less heat enters the car
larger diameter spare tire
Dual mass flywheel
Single disk clutch added to cut down on clutch chatter
Lockout of reverse when traveling over 8mph
Emission control system changes
Bigger intake valves
Different exhaust manifolds, now stainless steel and free breathing
Different cylinder linings, fiber reinforced (FRM)
Different head gaskets
Larger connecting rod bearings
Bigger front and rear brakes, brake rotor diameters and rotor thickness
Front caliper pistons went from 40mm and 34mm to 40mm and 36mm.
Coupes can be ordered with either body color tops or black tops
New wheels- same as the 94 to 96 wheels but without the smoke color.
1998
Throttle computer was re-worked and different software uploaded
1999
No changes to the NSX or NSX-T
Introduction of the ZNSX (Zanardi NSX)
The Zanardi Edition is the lightest, fastest, and most exclusive NSX ever built
Production: Only 50 units
149 pound weight reduction from NSX-T
Front & rear shock absorber rebound rates
increased 99% and 31%, respectively
Front & rear shock absorber compression
rates increased 72% and 50%, respectively
Front & rear spring rates increased by 103%
and 32%, respectively
Stiffer, larger diameter rear stabilizer bar with
thicker tube wall
-- Alex Zanardi Edition: 0.75 inch diameter,
0.11 inch wall thickness
-- NSX-T: 0.68 inch diameter, 0.09 inch wall
thickness
Overall height reduced by 0.4 inch
Front roll center height reduced by 0.6 inch
Rear roll center height reduced by 0.3 inch
Each with a numbered Alex Zanardi
signature plaque
2000
Three new colors
Silverstone Metallic
New Formula Red
Monaco Blue Pearl
Acura logo "A" added on rims.
Improved ABS system
Improved manuel shifter
Low emissions vehicle (LEV)
Onboard refueling vapor recovery
Preforated Leather.
New colors Monte Carlo Blue, Spa Yellow, Kaiser Silver
Engine increased from a 3.0L to a 3.2L, on manual transmissions cars.
Horsepower grew from 270 to 290 and torque went from 210lbs-ft to 224 lbs-ft
On manual transition cars (auto's stayed the same at 252hp)
New 6 speed transmission, 6th gear is engaged by a solenoid. The gearshift activates a switch to change gears.
Double synchros on 3rd through 6th gears
Triple synchros on 2nd gear
Stronger harder aluminum alloy (body panels) that reduced weight and increased rigidity
Less noise and vibration from the engine at idle
New car immobilizer and anti-theft system which uses a micro-chipped key
No more metal key
Improved traction control system
Better ABS system
New front spoiler
Better power steering control
Larger spare tire
Solar absorbing glass. 40% less heat enters the car
larger diameter spare tire
Dual mass flywheel
Single disk clutch added to cut down on clutch chatter
Lockout of reverse when traveling over 8mph
Emission control system changes
Bigger intake valves
Different exhaust manifolds, now stainless steel and free breathing
Different cylinder linings, fiber reinforced (FRM)
Different head gaskets
Larger connecting rod bearings
Bigger front and rear brakes, brake rotor diameters and rotor thickness
Front caliper pistons went from 40mm and 34mm to 40mm and 36mm.
Coupes can be ordered with either body color tops or black tops
New wheels- same as the 94 to 96 wheels but without the smoke color.
1998
Throttle computer was re-worked and different software uploaded
1999
No changes to the NSX or NSX-T
Introduction of the ZNSX (Zanardi NSX)
The Zanardi Edition is the lightest, fastest, and most exclusive NSX ever built
Production: Only 50 units
149 pound weight reduction from NSX-T
Front & rear shock absorber rebound rates
increased 99% and 31%, respectively
Front & rear shock absorber compression
rates increased 72% and 50%, respectively
Front & rear spring rates increased by 103%
and 32%, respectively
Stiffer, larger diameter rear stabilizer bar with
thicker tube wall
-- Alex Zanardi Edition: 0.75 inch diameter,
0.11 inch wall thickness
-- NSX-T: 0.68 inch diameter, 0.09 inch wall
thickness
Overall height reduced by 0.4 inch
Front roll center height reduced by 0.6 inch
Rear roll center height reduced by 0.3 inch
Each with a numbered Alex Zanardi
signature plaque
2000
Three new colors
Silverstone Metallic
New Formula Red
Monaco Blue Pearl
Acura logo "A" added on rims.
Improved ABS system
Improved manuel shifter
Low emissions vehicle (LEV)
Onboard refueling vapor recovery
Preforated Leather.
Other than the color changes, I think the leather change would be the only noticable item. I like the look of the Gathered leather, but I think the Perforated is very nice.
The difference in price should be around $5K, not $10K. The car differences between the 1999 and the 2000 are very, very minor. The only real difference is that a 2000 is still under warranty (if it has less than 50K miles), whereas a 1999 will probably not be. Is that worth paying an extra $5K in price for? Your money, your decision.cargeek said:
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