What is the best Used Sports Car buy around?

[sentra_dude]

Ok boys, lets get back on topic.

My pick is an early to mid 1990s NSX. I have always been a fan of the NSX, I think it looks great, it is a true sports-car with mid-engine rear-drive, it has a great chassis and engine, it is fairly practical and can be driven everyday, and they are reasonably priced now (~$25,000 to ~$35,000). I know many people have a dislike for the NSX, for any number of reasons, but I don't really give a shit...its an excellent sports-car and one of my personal favorites!

Originally Posted by RC45 SPORTS CAR If you wanted a single used sports car what would it be - and why? The criteria are rather simple: The car needs to be very fast, turn and stop very well - be reasonably conservative with fuel consumption (as this car is going to be your daily driver - to work and home and the shops.)

While the NSX may not be dragster fast it is quite quick, especially if there are turns and such. Fuel consumption (1992 is quoted as EPA 19/24) is very reasonable. I could easily see myself driving this car daily.

close to the magical 4s 0-60, 180mph topend potential, screaming 1/4 mile, 60-0 in 100ft, 1G+ lateral load ability... you are allowed to modify your used car to reach these levels of performance - but tell us the purchase price + mod amount (be realistc, offer and post actual examples )

I am really not all that concerned about going 0-60 in 4 seconds, but FactorX does have quite a nice twin-turbo kit (FX500) for the NSX which brings power up to around 500hp, and makes for a quick car! 8) Price is steep, ~$25,000 I believe, but if you only spend $25,000 on your NSX its not too bad.

The car needs to be able to hold it's own on drives through the countryside and when you take the car to a local race track, turn in decent lap times and even be able to withstand some drag racing abuse.

Many NSX owners track their cars regularly, and some even drag race them... I'm sure a well sorted NSX would have no trouble keeping up on the backroads or the track.

The car needs to be a survivor and be able to turn over 120,000 miles without a problem and reasonably affordable to repair and service There needs to be enough space inside to take you briefcase and laptop, and a bunch of shopping bags of groceries - but it's used so might not be your only car - bu tneeds to be more practical than a Super 7

Considering there are many NSXs with 100,000+ miles, and some with over 200,000 miles I think this area is covered!

Its a bit tight on trunk space, but I think I could manage if I had an NSX.

The car also needs to be a reasonably affordable to insure on a family budget and finally - be affordable to purchase at under $45,000 including mods.. It also must be usable rain or shine - in climates with snow fall, you may assume that you dont need to drive on unplowed roads. In short - what used sports car is the best bang for the buck - state your reasons and budget you worked with.

I really have no idea about insurance for NSXs, but insurance for young males driving sports-cars is never cheap anyways so what can you do? :bah:

You can certainly drive it in the rain, etc.

I am working with what I feel is a realistic budget, around $25,000. A 1991 or 1992 NSX in nice condition is easily achievable with that budget. Ideally I would like a 1994 or 1995, but too expensive, for now at least.