Buying 91 NSX

[BobNSX]

My esteemed enthusiasts.
I have no mechanical training in cars, but I plan on buying an older model NSX in the next few weeks.

Nevermind. I just found it in the FAQ.
Thanks.
Bob

 

[Aero]

Where is the car now? I'm in Huntsville and have had my car at Jerry Damson once for an alignment and they do only have 1 NSX mechanic. I might know the car if its been in HSV.

 

[djdrock]

It is unlikely that each cylinder is 210 psi, rather, around that. Assuming the range is correct, it is not unlikely at all.

A leak down test, as I recall reading, is a better barometer of engine health over a psi test in each cylinder.

What is the mileage of the car, price he is asking, and has all the service been done? Yes, he may have a dedicated mechanic, but that does not mean he has paid for all service...timing belt, water pump etc...

Also, is it in snap-ring range?

Congrats on your find. I hope it works out for you...

 

[KGP]

Assuming the mileage is not all that high, I wouldn't be too worried about compression test reults. However, if it has been boosted in the past, I would get a leak-down test. Get the tranny number and check for snap ring range. See FAQ's

 

[khappucino]

you probably want to get the Coolant hoses replaced while your getting other stuff done, nothing like white smoke from the engine bay to give you a heart attack :biggrin:

at least the 2 big fat ones, as i recall i think that a number of 91's had their hoses recalled because the hoses became soft and burst easily, not a big deal, but if you get any work done its worth checking out