A Blast from the Past: The 2005 Acura NSX-T
Step right up and feast your eyes on this 2005 Acura NSX-T, a gem that walked into the life of its current owner back in 2020 and has barely stretched its legs with just 13,000 miles. This fiery piece of automotive history had a cameo on BaT in January 2024.
Under the hood, you’re looking at a 3.2-liter DOHC V6 coupled with a six-speed manual transaxle, all dressed up in a striking Imola Orange Pearl with Onyx leather upholstery. Here’s a quick rundown of the goodies:
- 17″ forged wheels
- Adjustable Bilstein shocks
- Limited-slip differential
- Pride exhaust system
- Removable body-color roof panel
- Xenon headlights
- Power-adjustable seats
- Automatic climate control
- Cruise control
- Bose sound system
The seller’s offering this beauty on behalf of the owner in Connecticut, complete with the owner’s manual, window sticker, car cover, and a squeaky clean Carfax report.
A Closer Look at the Exterior
This NSX is all about that sleek aluminum bodywork, finished with a removable roof panel in Imola Orange Pearl. Highlights include xenon headlights, an integrated LED brake light, side air intakes, and dual exhaust outlets. The current owner even gave the front bumper a touch-up.
Fun Fact: The NSX was one of the first production cars with an all-aluminum body, which helped it achieve its legendary performance.
The Rubber Meets the Road
Rolling on 17″ forged wheels wrapped in 215/40 front and 255/40 rear Yokohama Advan A052 tires, this NSX is ready to handle whatever the road throws at it. The suspension? A finely tuned four-wheel double-wishbone setup with stabilizer bars and adjustable Bilstein shocks. And for stopping power, NSX-branded calipers on vented rotors have got you covered.
Inside the Leather-Lined Cabin
Slide into the Onyx leather seats and you’re greeted with a cockpit that’s as comfy as it is functional. Think power-adjustable sport seats, automatic climate control, cruise control, and a precision-tuned Bose sound system. Your tunes come courtesy of a cassette stereo with a six-disc CD changer, while NSX-branded floor mats complete the look. Look down and you’ll find stainless-steel door sills stamped with the car’s serial number.
Did you know? The interior design of the NSX was inspired by the cockpits of F-16 fighter jets.
Instrument Cluster and Mileage
Take a gander at the leather-wrapped steering wheel and you’ll see a tachometer with an 8k-rpm redline, a 188-mph speedometer, and gauges galore for coolant temperature, oil pressure, voltage, and fuel level. The NSX’s odometer shows a mere 13k miles, with about 1k added by its current guardian.
Engine Powerhouse
The heart of this beast is a 3.2-liter C32B V6 with dual overhead camshafts and VTEC variable valve timing. Originally, this powerhouse cranked out 290 horsepower and 224 lb-ft of torque. Let’s not forget the Pride exhaust system that adds an extra growl to its already captivating roar.
Transmission and Handling
With power surging to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transaxle and a limited-slip differential, you’re looking at a driving experience that’s more gripping than a Subaru on a snowy day. And if you’re concerned about the finer mechanics, know that the transmission and differential fluids were refreshed in December 2023.
In case you were wondering, the Carfax report is a squeaky clean read, devoid of accidents or any other unpleasant surprises.