Well... I finally did it...

[TTG 73]

Whadup fellas. Long Time Listener - First Time Caller.

After several years of looking around and reading this site (off and on), I finally broke down and purchased my first NSX.

It's a bone stock 2001 NSX-T w/ 32k miles. It's Black/Tan, 6-speed and in near perfect condition (a couple rock chips). Bought it in Chicago. The car had no previous service history - so I had the 5 year work done on it up there (belts, water pump, timing belt tensioner, lubs, etc.) and drove it home to Indy. I've driven a couple before... but it still was a real blast to drive one home. As you guys know - ya don't drive those cars. You Will Them.

And before I ask my very first of what will be a very long series of incredible stupid questions - I need to explain something as carefully as I can (I don't wanna come off like ass here):

I've been racing w/ SCCA for 20 years. I've had some success in Sports 2000 which is close enough to a real racecar that there's not a real street car that can touch it. If fact - here's a fun story about it...

http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050314/FREE/503140701&SearchID=73275451042158

Anyway - my point it that I don't really need or want my NSX to be a complete street killer. As I told the dudes in Chi-town, I don't need to pass anybody on I-65 at 140mph because I do it all the time in my SR71.... and then keep my foot down to turn left and right while doing it.

I want my NSX to be fun and first class... I just don't need nitrous and a blower to do it.

So - I put it to you experts. What, if anything, do I really need to do to the car in terms of changes or upgrades.


As always fellas - thanks a million for all your advise. You have no idea how much help you've been to date.

Thanks again. Terrence

 

[Nsex1991]

i'm also looking for 97+ how much did you pay

 

[Gatorhound]

Welcome! Just got back into a 2002 myself. My bet is that it takes you 6 months max before you modify to more HP. A little more "Go" is what the car needs and that leads to a little more "Whoa" (brakes) and the cycle begins.

ENJOY!

 

[Da Hapa]

Whadup fellas. Long Time Listener - First Time Caller.

After several years of looking around and reading this site (off and on), I finally broke down and purchased my first NSX.

It's a bone stock 2001 NSX-T w/ 32k miles. It's Black/Tan, 6-speed and in near perfect condition (a couple rock chips). Bought it in Chicago. The car had no previous service history - so I had the 5 year work done on it up there (belts, water pump, timing belt tensioner, lubs, etc.) and drove it home to Indy. I've driven a couple before... but it still was a real blast to drive one home. As you guys know - ya don't drive those cars. You Will Them.

And before I ask my very first of what will be a very long series of incredible stupid questions - I need to explain something as carefully as I can (I don't wanna come off like ass here):

I've been racing w/ SCCA for 20 years. I've had some success in Sports 2000 which is close enough to a real racecar that there's not a real street car that can touch it. If fact - here's a fun story about it...

http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050314/FREE/503140701&SearchID=73275451042158

Anyway - my point it that I don't really need or want my NSX to be a complete street killer. As I told the dudes in Chi-town, I don't need to pass anybody on I-65 at 140mph because I do it all the time in my SR71.... and then keep my foot down to turn left and right while doing it.

I want my NSX to be fun and first class... I just don't need nitrous and a blower to do it.

So - I put it to you experts. What, if anything, do I really need to do to the car in terms of changes or upgrades.


As always fellas - thanks a million for all your advise. You have no idea how much help you've been to date.

Thanks again. Terrence

Terrence -

First of all congrat's to you. Second, welcome.

I like your choice of colors:biggrin:

What you should do to your car is an entirely personal decision. While mod's to the NSX are relatively expensive (compared to a Boxster), there are more and more good choices.

One modification that I can't recommend enough are the Type R chassis bars. I love this mod and it made my already stiff NSX-T even more fun (esp. when the roof panel is off the car).

Good luck and many, many happy miles to you!

 

[TTG 73]

Hi Guys.

Thanks for the replys.

I probably paid a little more than I should have... but when the guys called back (Euroquipe in Chicago - These guys ROCK!!) after doing a complete pre-purchase to tell me that it was mechanically a virgin and flawless (short of the 5 year stuff), I folded like Superman on laundry day and paid right in the 50 range.

Hey Gator... what kinda wizzyness is on your new ride? Sounds like a rocket.

Will doing the Type R bars make the overall ride 'rougher'?

The one thing that does bug me is the road noise I'm getting from the skins. Is that the case with ever NSX donut - or are some better than others?

Thanks again. Terrence

 

[Gatorhound]

Congratulations on finding such a sweet one. Click on my avatar and it will take you to some details on my new baby. Still verifying thoses details as part of the Acura once over.

 

[ChopsJazz]

Most here start with basic changes (upgrades) to headers and exhaust, and then some minor suspension changes. Wheels and tires are a matter of personal taste, but some tires have proven to be quite capable on the street and they compare favorably to the OEM set-up.

Once the power add-ons start piling on, you may want to think about a clutch, flywheel combo and even big brakes.

My usual post to a first time owner is the classic, "your best dollar value is spent on the nut that holds the wheel", but you sound like you've already spent that dollar. :wink: I do recommend, however, that you live with the car in stock form for awhile and only change what you think best applies to your personal needs.

Congrats on your new car.