Need help - Considering 2000 NSX, $50.1k

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I'm seriously considering purchasing a 2000 NSX-T, 22,000 miles for $50,900. I'm located in California and the dealer is in Ft Worth, TX. I had the car checked out by a professional and he says its in perfect condition.

However, the carfax report (posted below) has a long history of ownership and being sold at several auctions in a short period of time.

Is this something to be concerned about? Also, the price seems pretty reasonable....any thoughts? Thanks!
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The story of this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055) according to our interpretation of the information reported to CARFAX:
This coupe has had 3 owners and was owned in Tennessee and Texas. It was originally registered by the owner for personal use.
It has had no minor or moderate accidents reported to CARFAX.
It has had no DMV-reported total loss events, like a major accident, fire or flood.
It has not been reported by a DMV as having an Exceeds Mechanical Limits or Not Actual Mileage title.
It has a consistent mileage history with no indication of an odometer rollback. It was driven an average of 4,745 miles per year, which is lower than the industry average of 15,000. The last odometer reading, reported on 04/10/2005, was 20,860 miles.
It was not reported by a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback or LEMON.
Its basic warranty has expired. You may want to discuss an extended warranty with your dealer.
Go to the Detailed Vehicle History for the complete history and a glossary of terms.




Report Summary
1. ACCIDENT CHECK

Total Loss Check No Severe Accidents Reported by a DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Other Accident Indicators No Accident Indicators Reported
2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK

Truth-In-Mileage Check No Odometer Problems Reported by a DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found
Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found
3. LEMON CHECK®
No Mfr. Buyback Reported by a DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
4. OWNERSHIP CHECK

Number of Owners 3 Estimated Owner(s)
Type of Owners Originally Registered as a Personal Vehicle
5. RECALL CHECK
ACURA Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX
DETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 19 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED







Year/Make/Model: 2000 ACURA NSX-T

Body Style: COUPE
Engine: 3.2L V6 PFI DOHC 24V
Fuel: GASOLINE
Driveline: REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Manufactured in: JAPAN
Safety Equipment: 4 wheel ABS, Dual front air bags/active (manual) belts

Standard Equipment: Power Windows, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, AM / FM Cassette, Power Brakes, Removable panels, Tilt Wheel, 6-digit Odometer






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Total Loss Check:


GOOD NEWS! No severe damage events were ever reported by a DMV for this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055). If you find that any of the following severe problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!


Salvage Title Loss Due To Fire Title
Junk Title Flood Damage Title
Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Hail Damage Title
Dismantled Title Canadian Total Loss


Other Accident Indicators:


This 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055) had no accident indicators reported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidents and/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not all accidents are reported to CARFAX. A completed by your dealer or professional mechanic is recommended.

No Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported
No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported
No Automotive Recycler Record Reported No Damage Disclosure Record Reported
No Frame Damage Record Reported No Collision Repair Facility Record Reported
No Police Accident Record Reported

CARFAX depends on public and private sources for its accident data. Each one of these sources has different processing times. CARFAX can only report what is in our database on 01.Dec.2005 01:02:35. New data will result in a change to this report.

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Truth-In-Mileage Check:


GOOD NEWS! No major odometer problems were ever reported by a DMV under the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055). If you find that any of the following odometer problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!

Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses an odometer rollover.


Odometer Rollback Check:


CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055). Rollbacks reported in this section originate from readings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.

Mileage Consistency Check:


CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history of this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055).

Date: Mileage:
12/23/1999 3
03/13/2001 4,288
04/03/2001 4,571
05/24/2001 5,926
05/31/2001 6,052
09/07/2001 6,264
07/31/2002 9,853
09/25/2002 9,972
03/27/2003 11,619
03/27/2004 15,144
04/10/2005 20,860



Average miles driven per year 4,745 CARFAX AdvisorTM Compare this vehicle's average annual mileage to the industry average of 15,000 miles per year. Use this comparison to determine how this vehicle was driven.

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GOOD NEWS! No manufacturer buyback was ever reported by a DMV for this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055). If you find that a manufacturer buyback was reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!

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Ownership History:


CARFAX estimates that this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055) had 3 owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supporting events to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with the U.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names or addresses.

Estimated Owners: Date: Location:
1st owner 03/13/2001 Tennessee
2nd owner 09/07/2001 Tennessee
3rd owner 03/27/2003 Texas

Types of Owners:


This 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055) was checked for 8 types of registrations.

Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported
No Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported
No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported
No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards Record Reported

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ACURA does not report recall information for specific vehicles to CARFAX.
Go to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for a list of all the safety recalls issued for the 2000 ACURA NSX-T. You can also contact an authorized dealership or ACURA at 1-800-999-1009 to find out if this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055) still has recalls that require repair.

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CARFAX searched more than 4 billion records from over 7,600 sources and found 19 record(s) for this 2000 ACURA NSX-T (JH4NA2169YT000055).

Date:
Mileage Reading:
Source:
General Comments:


12/23/1999 3 Service Facility
Vehicle serviced


02/17/2001 Tennessee
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Cordova, TN
Registered as
personal vehicle


02/20/2001 Service Facility
Vehicle serviced
Electrical system serviced
Lubed oil and filter changed


03/13/2001 4,288 Tennessee
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Cordova, TN
Title #62047301
Title or registration issued
First owner reported


04/03/2001 4,571 Service Facility
Vehicle serviced


05/24/2001 5,926 Service Facility
Vehicle serviced


05/31/2001 6,052 Dealer Inventory
Memphis, TN
Vehicle offered for sale


07/30/2001 Service Facility
Vehicle serviced


08/16/2001 Tennessee
Inspection Station
Passed emissions inspection


09/07/2001 6,264 Tennessee
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Brentwood, TN
Title #63621356
Registration issued or renewed
Title or registration issued
New owner reported


11/02/2001 Harper Acura Volkswagen
Knoxville, TN
865-691-5551
www.harperdealerships.com
Vehicle sold


07/31/2002 9,853 Auto Auction
Sold at auction
in Southeast Region
Listed as
a dealer vehicle


09/12/2002 Auto Auction
Sold at auction
in Southeast Region
Listed as
a dealer vehicle


09/25/2002 9,972 Auto Auction
Sold at auction
in Southeast Region
Listed as
a dealer vehicle


03/20/2003 Texas
Inspection Station
Dallas, TX
Passed emissions inspection


03/27/2003 11,619 Texas
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Dallas, TX
Title #05751437698185439
Title issued or updated
New owner reported
Passed safety inspection


03/01/2004 Texas
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Dallas, TX
Title #05751437698185439
Title issued or updated
Registration issued or renewed
Passed safety inspection


03/27/2004 15,144 Texas
Inspection Station
Irving, TX
Passed emissions inspection


04/10/2005 20,860 Texas
Inspection Station
Dallas, TX
Passed emissions inspection
 
I looked at this as well and called "J.R." at Pro Auto Group (in Dallas no less) about it after they dropped from $53.9. Says they're a wholesaler only and don't even have salespeople on the lot. Claims they don't negotiate on price, sell mainly to other dealers. Price is right for sure, just don't know about the auctions.

Curious as to who checked it out for you the price and detail of the report. Can you share?
 
I'd be happy to give you the details. I've spoken with JR and Chris at Pro Auto extensively over the past few days trying to get comfortable with the car.

I'm thinking about going forward on this one and sending out money tomorrow so I would definitely like to hear from you if you have a chance.

Email is [email protected] or please feel free to call me at 415-352-7274.

David
 
Thanks for the offer. I had a guy named Matt from Auto Critic (www.usedcarinspections.com) check out the car pretty thoroughly yesterday. Not sure if you know of him or the company. Although he's not an NSX expert, it sounds like he did a fairly complete check of the car.

Any compelling reason that I would want another quick check of the car? Not sure how close you are to these guys in Ft Worth.
 
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