Car of the Year for 1999: The Acura NSX T
Several things can be said about the Acura NSX series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The six-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.
1999 Acura NSX T Specs
Standard equipment in the NSX for 1998 and 1999 includes the 3.0 liter engine by Honda, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twenty four valves. A 6-speed Standard Transaxle puts the power of the VTEC engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the NSX.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The NSX uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
For the 1999 NSX, the fuel configuration is a electronic PGM-FI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 18.50 gallons.
Statistics
99.60 of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits 46.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the NSX T are 174.20 inches long by 71.30 inches wide.
There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $84,000 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $73,920. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
MPG Ratings
The NSX T received a miles-per-gallon rating of 17 – 18 in-city driving and twenty four when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
In 1998 and 1999 the NSX T was availble in the exterior colors of Berlina Black, Formula Red, Grand Prix White, Kaiser Silver Metallic, Monte Carlo Blue Pearl, and Spa Yellow Pearl.
Parting Shots
There are several reasons why the Acura NSX T sold well in 1999. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Acura, specifically a NSX.