1991 HONDA NSX
The NSX was designed by a team led by Chief Designer Masahito Nakano and Executive Chief Engineer Shigeru Uehara. It benefited from advanced aerodynamics and styling inspired by a F-16 fighter jet cockpit. The NSX was presented at the 1989 Chicago Auto Show and was built in a purpose-made factory in Japan, it was discontinued in 2005 before being revived in 2016. The Honda became the world's first mass-produced car to feature an all-aluminium body and was powered by an all-aluminium 3.0 L V6 engine featuring Honda's VTEC (Variable Valve Timing) system developed in the 1980s. The car on display was bought new in the UK and has since under gone a full restoration.
Did you know?
The legendary F1 driver Ayrton Senna helped fine-tune the NSX's handling. His feedback led to improvements in chassis rigidity, making it an even sharper performer.
In North America, the NSX was sold under Honda’s luxury brand, Acura, marking Acura’s entry into the high-performance market.