Alot of people on this forum suggests that a PPI is done when purchasing a used NSX. I am currently in the market to purchase one so I would appreciate it if someone can elaborate on what exactly a PPI is, and how I would go about getting one. Thanks again.
Question about PPI
- Thread starter Jai015
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PPI= "Pre Purchase Inspection" which can be done at the Acura dealer, they pretty much inspect everything on the car and then give you the thumbs up or thumbs down about the car.
I would suggest identifying a mechanic with a lot of NSX experience in the area where the car is located. In some areas, there are one or two specific dealerships with a lot of NSX service experience; in others, there are one or two independent mechanics with that background.
The difference is, your average Acura dealer that doesn't have NSX expertise will look at the same things on an NSX that they look for on any other car - things like brake pad thickness, tire tread depth, etc. One with NSX expertise would know what is normal and what is not, and would (hopefully) notice NSX-specific things like a noisy aspirator fan, improperly sized tires, modifications, etc.
Usually the potential buyer pays for the PPI, but the seller makes the appointment and transports the car to and from the mechanic performing it.
The difference is, your average Acura dealer that doesn't have NSX expertise will look at the same things on an NSX that they look for on any other car - things like brake pad thickness, tire tread depth, etc. One with NSX expertise would know what is normal and what is not, and would (hopefully) notice NSX-specific things like a noisy aspirator fan, improperly sized tires, modifications, etc.
Usually the potential buyer pays for the PPI, but the seller makes the appointment and transports the car to and from the mechanic performing it.
Here is a really good PPI list to go by.
http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/BuySell/Used_NSX_Checklist.pdf
and some additional info.
http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/BuySell/nsx_purchase_process.htm
http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/BuySell/Used_NSX_Checklist.pdf
and some additional info.
http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/BuySell/nsx_purchase_process.htm
Thanks again for the helpful advice.
I will most likely look into getting a PPI done before purchasing.
I will most likely look into getting a PPI done before purchasing.
Jai015 said:
you should update your profile to reflect where you live, this way others can suggest who's hot and who's not. Where is the NSX located?
The Kid said:
I'm in Northern Virginia. Thanks.
