Thinking about buying this nsx.. JH4NA1154PT000304

[tochigidream]

Thinking about buying this nsx..

It's located in Sacramento, CA. VIN# JH4NA1154PT000304. The owner's name is Bennett Cummins. 1993 52,xxx mi.

Does anyone live in this area who could check it out? I am seriously thinking about buying this, so any response would be appreciated.

Here are his responses to my emails:

"Thanks for the response... the NSX is still for sale
and I have attached the carfax report I ran when I
purchased (2000). It was located in the NY area and I found
it on ebay by a local dealer listing it there. The
car had a previous owner and then the dealer that
bought it at an auction.

The car has had no paint work and is in great
condition in that area except for the top black has
some fading. The car has no door dings but it does
have about a one inch crack in the rear bumper
section. Also, if you don't drive it for awhile the
brakes calibrate by clicking.. .which I am told by the
Acura dealer here that is normal. I will send emails
with photos.

Oh, forgot to mention it is located in the Sacramento
CA area. I am the second owner.

Not sure how the bumber became cracked. The previous
owners painted over it but you can still see the crack
when looking close.

Apparently there is a plastic piece that can be
removed to get to a hook on the frame... I guess when
I had it shipped they removed the piece to secure it
down and it wasn't replaced. <I asked about the space in the front bumper>

Make sure I mentioned everything... brakes sometime
click when first starting after not driving for
awhile, top black paint a little faded, and needs new
tires. Looking at the tires from the side they look
fine but rubbing a hand down the center reflects a
more accurate measure."

Here are pictures: http://f2.pg.photos.yahoo.com/blown1981

Edit: I later found that the crack in the bumper was actually just a big scratch.

 

[Rexer]

Blown1981

I live in Sacramento and would be happy to look at the car for you. Actually, I just bought one in PA that is being shipped as we speak. There are quite a few NSX owners in the Sacramento area that I'm sure can help out as well. You can email me or call me on my cell if you want me to try to check the car out for you.

Paul Russell
916-838-2193
[email protected]

 

[hyuan]

The brake sounds he's describing is the ABS pump. The FAQ has more information on the technical details of why that occurs, but its not serious.

 

[nsxtasy]

Get a pre-purchase inspection done. In the Sacramento area, both Niello Acura and Pettitt's Automotive do a lot of NSX service and either is well-qualified to do such an inspection.

 

[GQ NSX]

Do these "inspections" usually cost money if you're not a regular customer there? If so, what kind of prices can one expect?

ravi

 

[nsxtasy]

Do these "inspections" usually cost money if you're not a regular customer there? If so, what kind of prices can one expect?

Most professional mechanics charge one to two hours labor regardless of whether you're a regular customer there or not. Hourly labor rates vary and are usually in the $70-100 range. You can get a more precise estimate when making the arrangements over the phone.

Local owners are often willing to inspect a car at no charge, but are not necessarily as thorough as a pro, particularly one who has a lot of NSX experience.

 

[tochigidream]

Thank you, everyone, for your input. It's helpful.
Dave