2003 Honda NSX review from UK and Ireland

Absolutely nothing.

Looks:

When I went to pick it up at the showroom, I could not wait to see my brand new yellow NSX. I pulled into the showroom car park and saw it, with 4 people around it, sparkling in the sun. The sleek, low to ground supercar appearance certainly attracts attention. I had 17" 6 spoke black Honda alloys put on it as a specification and it looks so mean, expecially with the revised front headlights.

Performance:

My NSX has the 280bhp 3.2 manual powerplant and my word it flies. Slap the thing in second gear at about 30mph and the engine produces an exquisite exhaust note as it powers its way through the VTEC powerband and all the way to 8,000rpm. 0-60 is booked at 5.5 seconds and it's about there or thereabouts. Torque is immense and there ain't nothing that will beat this on the motorway or off the lights.

Interior:

Reasonable amounts of space for a supercar, with gorgeous soft black leather and leather door trim. The small gearstick is perfectly postioned and has a short but swift, smooth change. Options include AC and electric windows and mirrors. 2 seater only I am afraid, but who cares about that.

Overall:

Had it now for 6 months and every time I open the garage, my stomach turns with excitement. Build quality is second to none and I give credit to the Honda dealership as the service has been to a very high standard. For £70k this is so much cheaper than your Ferraris and Lambos and can just about manage them when it comes to performance. If you have never driven a Honda, try it, and make that damn VTEC work its magic on you. It has on me, and I don't think I will ever change to a different manufacturer.