- Number 230 of 483 First Generation NSX-R
- Rare configuration ordered through custom programme
- Rare Mugen period modifications
- The purest and lightest NSX variant
- UK title, registered and taxes paid

While the NSX always was intended to be a world-class sports car, engineers had made some compromises in order to strike a suitable balance between raw performance and daily driveability. For those NSX customers seeking a no-compromise racing experience, Honda decided in 1992 to produce a version of the NSX specifically modified for superior track performance at the expense of customary creature comforts. Thus, the NSX-R was born.

Honda engineers started with a base NSX coupé and embarked on an aggressive program of weight reduction. Sound deadening, the audio system, spare tyre, air conditioning system and traction control along with some of the electrical equipment were removed however these could be available as options. The power leather seats were replaced with lightweight carbon-kevlar racing seats made by Recaro for Honda. The standard leather shift knob was replaced with a sculpted titanium piece. Overall, Honda managed to reduce approximately 120 kg of weight as compared to the standard NSX, resulting in the NSX-R's final weight of 1,230 kg.

Honda also increased the final drive ratio to a 4.235:1 in place of the 4.06:1, which resulted in faster gear changes. This change improved acceleration, which was 4.9 seconds to 60 mph, at the expense of top speed, which was 168 mph, and a higher locking limited-slip differential was installed. Also, the NSX-R's 3.0-litre engine had a blueprinted and balanced crankshaft assembly which is exactly the same labour-intensive high precision process done for Honda racing car engines built by highly qualified engine technicians.

Beginning in late November 1992, Honda produced a limited number of 483 NSX-R variants exclusively for the Japanese domestic market (JDM). Factory optional equipment such as air conditioning, Bose stereo system and larger wheels painted in Championship White (16-inches at the front and 17-inches at the rear) were available for a hefty premium. Production of the NSX-R ended in September 1995.

This car:

Part of our private collection, this wonderful NSX R was delivered in Hong Kong to the first English owner. This custom order was configured in a rare Charlotte Green with larger wheels and body coloured roof. Number 230 was also fitted while in Japan with some period modifications by Mugen. These modifications remain highly sought after very rare including headers, LSD and lower final drive.

The car was imported into the UK in 1999 by the 1st owner. Once in the UK it exchanged hands between a few passionate owners before we acquired the car in 2011 and it has since remained part of our collection and used sparingly. The car's odometer shows 30,500 miles but was converted when imported into the United Kingdom so will differ.

The cars in perfect condition and consists of a historic maintenance file including its Japanese history and car related documentation. More photos and information are available.

Should you be interested in this JDM icon, please do not hesitate to reach out to us, preferably first contact by mail, WhatsApp or by pm on our instagram @garagedupanorama.