Acura NSX
C30A 3.0L V6 VTEC 270 hp Manual Rear-wheel drive Coupé 1991–2001
Engine C30A 800–12,000 $
All-aluminium V6, VTEC at 5,800 rpm, Senna tuned the chassis. 250k+ km verified when timing belt is changed every 60k miles. Interference engine — no mercy on belt failure. Parts getting scarce.
Fun Factor? Legendary!
Senna had a hand in this — you can feel it
The 3.0L spins to 8,000 rpm, VTEC switches personalities at 5,800. No power steering, no electronics to catch you. This isn't a supercar you drive — it's one you have a conversation with.
Engine Weaknesses 1
!! Timing Belt — Critical 60k Mile Interval
Interference engine: belt failure means instant catastrophic destruction. Honda specifies 60k-mile intervals. Always verify belt history when buying used.
Symptoms: No warning signs before failure — belt snaps without notice
800–12,000 $ from 96,000 km
NHTSA Owner Complaints
9 complaints · 1991–2005
Top Reported Issues
⚠ Brakes (3 complaints)
⚠ Hydraulic (3 complaints)
⚠ Tires (3 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04