Heavily-optioned 2017-2018 vs. Lightly-optioned 2019-2021?

[TigerNSX]

I have read a few posts about the real world comparison between 2017-2018 vs. 2019+ models on public roads.

Some owners say that the difference is noticeable while others say that it's subtle or hard to tell.

If you were to pick between a fully-loaded 2017-2018 or a lightly-optioned 2019+ within a similar price range, what would be your choice?

 

[Bricks and Bio]

I would want to factor in mileage and how the spec aligns (or not) with your preference
The key option is the CF brakes, kinda then becomes a, are those a must have or not for you
Some folks are all about the CF options
Getting back to your question, you seem to be trading newer for not quite as new with more stuff on it
I would likely go for a newer one as for me the exterior CF is a liability and the interior CF like the wheel is garnish, not a real CF wheel

 

[TigerNSX]

Interesting to hear that options do not necessarily add to the used value.

When I was looking for mine, I wanted to make sure that I found the one with all the options (and was willing to pay for them).

 

[drmanny3]

If you are talking about everyday driving vs a track car, then I would go with the car that does it for you. Let’s say they both are the same color and both have ceramic brakes. Are they both still under warranty? You can add an extended warranty if the original is still within the 4 year original warranty. You cannot get a aftermarket carbon fiber roof. If one has the XM antenna and the other doesn’t, that is a difference. The exterior carbon fiber package is unique. You can get the interior carbon fiber parts. Seats can be unique and expensive to replace. You can get the carbon fiber engine covers, though pricy. i have a fully loaded Nouvelle Blue car that I would not trade for a 2019, 2020, or a 2021 unless they were equivalent. I personally value the carbon fiber parts.

 

[Bricks and Bio]

Really depends on the customer
Some folks want a car with full PPF, others not
Upcharged color is a classic one, unless someone is really looking for the Andaro paint, it won't necessarily bring a higher price

 

[docnsx]

there have been some changes to performance on the later models, that some say are quite noticeable and well needed .. for me whenever looking to buy a used car any price range i always look for the most optioned choice as you are paying pennies on the dollar as compared to new.. when i was looking i found a 202K buld casino white with 4k on clock exactly as i would have specked out myself for a nominal difference in price to less optioned one ... the carbon brakes and the carbon roof were a must for me ,,, the car at the limits i drive esp here in north east where the local roads are terrible the car is more than enough for me and i probably would not notice the difference in my driving lol.. color, and specific options should be what is important to yuo as well as mileage.. also make sure the recalls were completed on the 17's and purchse the extended the warranty through acura . best of luck

 

[Stkpikr]

Worth noting that most 2017 4 year warranty periods have rolled off and 2018s rapidly doing the same. Either they will have an extended warranty or they won't. Even though my 2018 has been rock solid, buying a car without one versus one with a warranty would be a big determinant for me.

 

[docjohn]

tires were also changed for 19....
Based on my discussions with those in the know , you can feel subtle improvements in the 19's, tires help lap times.As noted above I would go for the colors/specs that suit my taste of any year and upgrade tires on the 17/18's.

 

[Bricks and Bio]

If I didn't have 6+ years with my car I would be completely aligned with you on the warranty point.
I have about 14,500 miles on mine and am not worried about it at all.
I expect to replace the little 12V battery in a year plus or minus (first one was covered under warranty at about 31/2 years).
Regarding the tires, the Pirellis from the Type S are likely the way to go, I expect to change to those in the Spring.

 

[Honcho]

If I didn't have 6+ years with my car I would be completely aligned with you on the warranty point.
I have about 14,500 miles on mine and am not worried about it at all.
I expect to replace the little 12V battery in a year plus or minus (first one was covered under warranty at about 31/2 years).
Regarding the tires, the Pirellis from the Type S are likely the way to go, I expect to change to those in the Spring.

This is great feedback. 6+ years is a lot!

 

[drmanny3]

I would likely go for a newer one as for me the exterior CF is a liability and the interior CF like the wheel is garnish, not a real CF wheel

I note you have mentioned several times in the past that the steering wheel on the NC1 is not a real CF wheel but is a garnish. May I ask what cars actually have a real CF steering wheel?

 

[Bricks and Bio]

Standard on the LFA (yes, higher price point car)
Optional from Porsche and Ferrari

 

[leov]

Ferrari Carbon Steering Wheel (covers about a third of the steering wheel) is a $15,652 option.

 

[drmanny3]

‘Bricks and Bio said. “I would likely go for a newer one as for me the exterior CF is a liability and the interior CF like the wheel is garnish, not a real CF wheel”

Are you saying that if the Steering Wheel had been Carbon Fiber and cost say $7500 to $15,000, you would have purchased same?

The original interior Carbon Fiber option included the Steering Wheel and sport pedals and cost $2900. The Porsche 911 seems to also uses a combination of leather and carbon fiber From what I could see. I could not find a solid carbon fiber steering wheel.

 

[Bricks and Bio]

I doubt it, not worth the difference to me
Remember I am an oddball consumer and what matters to me matters not at all to another person
I have this term disco features
If the item is functional and perhaps be argued provides some benefit that is more my thing, like the carboceramic brakes, but not the up charge for caliper colors other than black
If something is purely for esthetics it’s a different category for me
I did pay extra for the alcantara headliner as I like that material better

 

[drmanny3]

Ok, I understand.