97' NSX what is it worth
Also be fore warned that NSX prices are actually RISING. Yes, this is true. The NADA, and even kbb.com prices which were typically a lot lower than actual market value has or is going to get a bump in price. NADA already went up by about $6K, and if you followed a topic on NSX Prime, kbb.com stated they were looking into the NSX true market values and would adjust their prices. That means it will be harder for low ballers to use kbb.com prices to try and justify a low offer as those prices will be a lot closer (Still lower though) than market value.
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C5 and C6 guys are ditching these left & right for the Eibach coilover system.
I've driven both cars extensively. The C6 is ultimately faster from stoplight to stopolight, but the NSX is a driver's car. Take one up through the twisties and you will quickly realize that the NSX is more refined and just more... fun, at least in my opinion. Also, every firefighter or construction worker around here has a Corvette - the NSX is rare and unique, the Corvette is... dare I say, common?
Newer technology in the C6? Well.... if the evolution of a 1966 Corvette is "new":
- Fiberglass (composite) body versus aluminum structure & body
- Pushrods versus overhead cams
- 2 valves per cylinder versus 4
- Steel connecting rods versus Titanium
Just different approaches. The Corvette is a sledge hammer, the NSX is all about finesse. The owner demographic of these cars is significantly different.
Ultimately, the original poster asked about buying an NSX, so he/she is clearly not interested in a C6.
Sure, transverse leaf springs... horse-drawn buggies had leaf springs, too.
C5 and C6 guys are ditching these left & right for the Eibach coilover system.
I've driven both cars extensively. The C6 is ultimately faster from stoplight to stopolight, but the NSX is a driver's car. Take one up through the twisties and you will quickly realize that the NSX is more refined and just more... fun, at least in my opinion. Also, every firefighter or construction worker around here has a Corvette - the NSX is rare and unique, the Corvette is... dare I say, common?
Newer technology in the C6? Well.... if the evolution of a 1966 Corvette is "new":
- Fiberglass (composite) body versus aluminum structure & body
- Pushrods versus overhead cams
- 2 valves per cylinder versus 4
- Steel connecting rods versus Titanium
Just different approaches. The Corvette is a sledge hammer, the NSX is all about finesse. The owner demographic of these cars is significantly different.
Ultimately, the original poster asked about buying an NSX, so he/she is clearly not interested in a C6.
C5 and C6 guys are ditching these left & right for the Eibach coilover system.
I've driven both cars extensively. The C6 is ultimately faster from stoplight to stopolight, but the NSX is a driver's car. Take one up through the twisties and you will quickly realize that the NSX is more refined and just more... fun, at least in my opinion. Also, every firefighter or construction worker around here has a Corvette - the NSX is rare and unique, the Corvette is... dare I say, common?
Newer technology in the C6? Well.... if the evolution of a 1966 Corvette is "new":
- Fiberglass (composite) body versus aluminum structure & body
- Pushrods versus overhead cams
- 2 valves per cylinder versus 4
- Steel connecting rods versus Titanium
Just different approaches. The Corvette is a sledge hammer, the NSX is all about finesse. The owner demographic of these cars is significantly different.
Ultimately, the original poster asked about buying an NSX, so he/she is clearly not interested in a C6.
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But as others have suggested, the NSX engine will run forever. If this car is solid, it's a fair buy. I'd say it would be a great deal at 27k.
Also be fore warned that NSX prices are actually RISING. Yes, this is true. The NADA, and even kbb.com prices which were typically a lot lower than actual market value has or is going to get a bump in price. NADA already went up by about $6K, and if you followed a topic on NSX Prime, kbb.com stated they were looking into the NSX true market values and would adjust their prices. That means it will be harder for low ballers to use kbb.com prices to try and justify a low offer as those prices will be a lot closer (Still lower though) than market value.
Take a look at Buick GNX's. 547 (+/-) of them total, and now a pristine example is over 100k.
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NSX= One of my dream cars. According to Edmunds a clean 97 NSX(not Targa) had a trade in price of $23,728, PP price of $26,825, and a Dealer price of $30,610. On Autotrader the only one I found under 30K was in Texas. It was a 97 Targa with 92K miles, one owner. Looked in good shape as the guy has 26 pics of it. I was toying with the idea of getting one instead of my 430 but with me working in Newark and the NSX is one of the most expensive cars to insure as well as the price to fix that alum body, I declined
In retrospect it was a good
decision as my GS doesn't go out in the rain. If I had a NSX it might not go out in anything under 60 degrees, with no clouds, birds, moving objects, dirt, oh *****. I STILL want one
In retrospect it was a good
decision as my GS doesn't go out in the rain. If I had a NSX it might not go out in anything under 60 degrees, with no clouds, birds, moving objects, dirt, oh *****. I STILL want one
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Damn, this makes me want to buy the car even more. I was the original poster and I totally agree with the comparisons of the car. The NSX is a little slow by today's standards but I will put a CTSC on it eventually. The cars are rare and the only true Japanese Supercar. I think they are pretty sweet. Their design is pretty timeless also. Put an old Ferrari in 91 out today and look at their design. The NSX keeps up with today's standards of design looks quite well. My real concern though is whether I will still enjoy it after 5 or 6 years.
Damn, this makes me want to buy the car even more. I was the original poster and I totally agree with the comparisons of the car. The NSX is a little slow by today's standards but I will put a CTSC on it eventually. The cars are rare and the only true Japanese Supercar. I think they are pretty sweet. Their design is pretty timeless also. Put an old Ferrari in 91 out today and look at their design. The NSX keeps up with today's standards of design looks quite well. My real concern though is whether I will still enjoy it after 5 or 6 years.
Damn, this makes me want to buy the car even more. I was the original poster and I totally agree with the comparisons of the car. The NSX is a little slow by today's standards but I will put a CTSC on it eventually. The cars are rare and the only true Japanese Supercar. I think they are pretty sweet. Their design is pretty timeless also. Put an old Ferrari in 91 out today and look at their design. The NSX keeps up with today's standards of design looks quite well. My real concern though is whether I will still enjoy it after 5 or 6 years.
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Is it worth swapping my IS350 for it? I only have one weekend car right now and my IS350 sit in there. Until I get a bigger garage I will have find a place for the car. This yellow/black NSX was sick. I love this car.
For me personally, I'd drop $30-$40K on a used NSX any day over pretty much any new car within that price range.