Looking for a 'perfect' fit for my next NSX...

[Electro]

Been comptemplating the purchase of my next NSX, and it will be years 97-00 or so... Depending on the price I find. I dont want to spend over $60K. And of course the lower the miles the better...

But a few questions: I researched the "changes by year" part of the FAQ and couldn't see when the perferated leather seats were introduced...

What year did they start doing this?

Do the holes really make that much difference in comfort?

I'm certain I want the 3.2L engine and the 6spd tranny... but other than the seats, what other factors should I consider?

I also remember reading something about the rigidity of the 97's to the 98's from the fact that the removable top allowed the chassis to flex...

Is there a significant improvement in the rigidity of the different years 97+?

Also, It's the 2000 year model that the 6spd tranny is "best" (as far as reliablity, performance, durability etc) right?

Thanks for the answers guys

-Electro

 

[tabasco]

Originally posted by Electro:
...and it will be years 97-00 or so... Depending on the price I find. I dont want to spend over $60K... -Electro

Electro,

If you are looking for a real nice low mileage with a clean title you will probably have to go with a '98 or older to stay under $60K.

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[This message has been edited by tabasco (edited 08 July 2002).]

 

[Carguy!]

The perferated seats came out in the '00 model and yes they are much more comfortable on hot days. I am not sure how they are going to hold up to wear compared to the standard seats though.

 

[cojones]

Perforated nubuck seat inserts were also on the 99 Zanardi... they appeared on the NSX-T (smooth leather) in 2000.

 

[RL in Florida]

Originally posted by Electro:

But a few questions: I researched the "changes by year" part of the FAQ and couldn't see when the perferated leather seats were introduced...

What year did they start doing this?

Do the holes really make that much difference in comfort?

-Electro

I've been driving my 2001 nsx for two months now, and the perforated leather does make it a bit more comfortable. Personally, I dont see the point in leather seats in a sports car...too hot and sticky in summmer, too cold in winter, too slippery on turns.
I will admit that it looks really classy though.
The perforated leather is also on the steering wheel, shift knob, and trim pieces on the door.
I have no idea how I am going to apply leather conditioner with the perforations, but from what the FAQ says, the leather doesnt absorb conditioner anyways, because it is coated.

Rick.