Stock 1991 Acura NSX - One Take

[@TheSmokingTire]

Notes (please up vote so people see) : Gallardo video was taken down by KZbin not by me and will be re-uploaded later today. Description updated with link to Fenton's YT channel.

[@OzcarMtl]

Aww, damn I was enjoying the comment section on that video so much, why was it put down?

[@theeeMitchi]

damn, I didn't even had time to watch it. :( Will it be altered in any way?

[@jasonlarsen2133]

For the advertisement you put in prior to the drive? If so, KZbin is getting a bit ridiculous.

[@TheSmokingTire]

not for the ad itself, which is fine. It was because the ad used "advertiser supplied footage." Basically it was too professional looking of an ad. If i'm going to do native ads they have to be fairly ghetto looking and consist of footage created entirely by me, according to ToS.

[@KitamiK11]

Why was it removed?

[@garf117]

I have so much respect for this owner. Bought a car designed to be driven and tracked and actually tracked it. Kept it stock and kept the purity of what the car was. Bravo sir!!!!

[@RoadsUntraveled]

Matt, you have been absolutely killing it with this week's one-takes. Plenty of unique cars. Keep it going! :D

[@TheSmokingTire]

thanks!

[@Zygrene]

Love your channel, guys! I hope to match your production quality one day.

[@ceounicom]

Seconded. Its taken a while but the one-takes have become an art form and are very enjoyable, particularly for the variety of what's chosen.

[@RoadsUntraveled]

Thanks man! :D You've got a beautiful car there

[@TheStallion234]

Enjoyed the conversation. Unlike a lot of owners, this guy was really engaging with Matt, asking him questions and such.

[@nicholasfisher4952]

This guy is one of the best guests you've had, asking you questions about your own impressions vs similar era Skyline, telling you about his mods and philosophy, and not looking like he was shitting himself the whole time that someone else was driving. Wasn't surprised to find out he has his own channel.

[@gabepettinicchio7454]

Fentin did what few owner's have done, by asking Matt his opinions about various things concerning his car. Great video!

[@spikespiegel7874]

Was delighted to see how calm they both were throughout the drive. It was a relaxed conversation between two guys who really have a passion for their cars and the interviewer is such a fluid driver. My granddad used to own one and my mom told me stories of them cornering at 135 mph, led me here :)

[@Robby94LS]

Fenton seemed cool as shit, he reminded me of when I was into Hondas back in the early 00s. Going to check out his channel now, thanks for letting him plug Matt!

[@Zygrene]

You seem cool as shit.

[@suzigti92]

Perfect example of not needing a 400hp car to have fun.

[@chen1330]

HP never equaled fun or a real driver's car. I hope you're not just learning this now.

[@basshead10k]

what a great car. our neighbor had one when I was in high school and it was one of those vehicles from your childhood that made you realize you have an affinity for cool cars.

[@qifsha_ropt]

It was so nice seeing the owner ask you questions! That was very refreshing.

[@ChalkanCheese]

Good on you Matt for shouting out his channel, a lot of other KZbinrs wouldn't have. As always great vid, love the down to earth approach to this series.

[@BennyTheWoo]

This era was about the pinnacle of Japanese build quality. That car is still tight. They really cared back then.

[@Loebane]

I remember the first time I saw one of these as a kid. I couldn't stop looking at it -- I thought it was some kind of exotic supercar.

[@asomedeadmou5]

well it is a supercar

[@c5natie1]

+HI_74eeon stop. no it's not. it's a great sports car though

[@givemeajackson]

+c5natie1 at the time? of course it was a super car. it beat the 348's ass!

[@c5natie1]

+givemeajackson well, the early 90s did suck but the ZR-1 was killing exotics

[@SomersEmcee]

I have great respect for the owner in keeping this stock and upgrading the components that matter! Really means you can enjoy the car for what it is and how it was intended to be.

[@BESIMXCARS]

What an amazing car, I feel like these are one of those cars that don't need any modification, just a good set of pads and tires so you're set, just like this example here.

[@danmobile]

Fantastic cars. Once you drive one, you'll remember it and want one forever.

[@ztech-consulting]

Such a timeless look and what a great car!! Honda really has lost it's mojo these days, no more good cars from them :(

[@acousticbruiser19]

This guy should come on more! He asks great questions and is a good guest!

[@kz1000ps]

Ahhhhh I just saw a gunmetal gray NSX parked on the streets of NYC yesterday and it looked so, so, so good. This video couldn't be more timely!

[@brandonimpemba9218]

Top 10 One Take! Intelligent review of a timeless Automobile. Videos like this will keep subscribed forever.

[@joeyncsu]

Oh Fenton! His videos are actually really good for those of you wanting a similar style to Matt's

[@ZombieWindex]

Just got a 94 Legend GS...NSX is my next collection piece. Such a beautiful car!

[@mr2marc]

I went to his channel and realized I had already subscribed to him after watching the AW11 video. Good job buddy!

[@kevinsdb1]

I love the old NSX's and the new one coming out in 2017 I really like the look of as well.

[@ScottGerstl]

The interior camera makes such a difference...greatly improved sense of speed and direction change in the road. Much better experience for the viewer.

[@MikeB-ng3ol]

The NSX and Ferrari 355 are my two favorite supercars, glad to see another review on one of them lol

[@TheSmokingTire]

we have a 355 coming soon too!

[@MikeB-ng3ol]

TheSmokingTire Is this Christmas?

[@Zygrene]

I'd love to hear how you think it compares to the NSX, since the 355 was built with the NSX in mind as a 348 killer

[@jiataoliu6782]

+Zygrene lol just subscribe you few days ago too. now you are in smoking tires video. nice!

[@X3.X3]

My friend had an NSX, the last year they made this model and it was a super fun car to drive...I really can't wait to try the new one

[@swackhammer2139]

I'm loving all the new One Take content.

[@stephane_edouard]

Low road noise. Love that.

[@zeppelin926]

Congrats Fenton. Definitely one of the best one takes between Matt and the owner keeping the convo moving.

[@kevinkiernan9364]

This is such a great show!! Love the family friendly language. Matt has a wealth of knowledge and adds true value to the video. Keep up the hard work, I watch your videos everyday.

[@chh7681]

Yea stock is the way to go for these now, they are becoming such a classic

[@suesharples8135]

Beautiful machine; definitely 10 years ahead of its time. What a shame honda couldn't keep up such great build quality in these modern ages.

[@yitznewton]

Zygrene!!! So excited this is finally up! Agree with Matt about the gauges; I would love to have NSX or ITR-style gauges in my S2000.

[@TheEuroCarShow]

That's so nice of you to promote younger youtubers!!

[@doctorferdinand1003]

I've been subbed to Zygrene for months, great channel if you like one takes.

[@Aearonjer]

Love the nsx, drove one in Japan at suzuka for the nsx fiesta anniversary meet. Good memories!

[@WhiteCharisma]

Finally! Zygrene posted updates about this on his KZbin a while ago. Glad it's finally up :D

[@flacjacket]

For reference Jeremy Clarkson did a 1:57.0 at Laguna Seca in a stock second gen NSX. Obviously the tires and brakes helped this guys lap time, but that's still an impressive time.

[@TheSmokingTire]

That's not bad. For comparison I ran a 2:06 in a 2011 BMW 328i Automatic Sedan and a 1:44 in the EXR LV02 spec race car.

[@slowanddeliberate6893]

I've done a 1:44.6 in an MX-5 cup car...

[@fahrvergn00gen]

Awesome car and video! Owner seems like a cool guy too.

[@SooperKewl]

I was able to realize the dream of my teenage years and get a nearly identical NSX myself about a year ago. One owner car with 47k mi. I agree with most of the things said in the video. Taking the interior apart to fix the CCU and radio isn't that big of a job and everything goes back together well. On the track the car understeers quite a bit at the limit and rolls excessively all of which could be easily fixed with a set of spring, bars, and dampers. I plan to keep the car totally stock. It's my favorite car to drive in the rain because of the low Cg and excellent rear traction. It's a great to drive on the road.

[@Nizacx]

you're the first person that i've ever heard say "romp" i love you matt.

[@TheGabe92]

Happy to finally see this one pop up! I've been following Fenton's channel for a long time. He does a very similar format compaered to the one take, but a bit longer and more in depth.

[@ftffighter]

Lol, I wanted to wave at that UPS driver who pulled over while watching this video...but then I realized that i'm psychotic and that this is a video :( Such a nice driver. Puts a smile on my face every time. There are good people in this world.

[@DUNEATV]

Loved these since high school in 1992

[@FK2VtecTurbo]

Great video, again! Loved that he kept the car stock, look after it 👌☺

[@Hamba666]

Love seeing a stock one of these

[@F14Goose37]

I am more of an American Muscle and European supercar kind of guy, bud God damn, if you can not appreciate an NSX, how can you even call yourself a car guy? Really cool car.

[@joshbrown4545]

Just thought I should check smoking tire, got here 15 views and 1 comment how very special I feel. Love the videos, have nearly caught up on all of them. Keep it up :)

[@atascatorDAOC]

Imagine how did I feel being the first one to watch it and comment and just about when I got home from a canyon run on my 350z :)

[@xkillachrisx]

At first when seeing the notification on my phone I was expecting Rob Ferreti's but definitely glad to see a different one.

[@danmurphy1994]

Cool guy with a cool car thanks for sharing it with us!

[@lightspeed9098]

Great car, cool owner, interesting drive, and excellent audio quality !

[@TypeVertigo]

Only thing I didn't like about these early NSXes were their wheels. They seemed a little out of character with the rest of the car. Everything else is great as is. Much respect for keeping the mods to brakes and tires, and your plans of improving the car while working around stock power output. Classic racing school mentality of modding right there. Cheers

[@Zygrene]

As much as I hated the small 15/16 "fat five" wheels when I first saw them, they've grown on me. Gives the car that classic 90's look.

[@ChaosphereIX]

If I was ever to buy one Honda, this would be it. Man have they lost their magic since then...

[@alexander1485]

oh come on, the Honda Beat

[@holdthissl]

I think the S2K is a magical car also :D

[@scanspeak00]

Yep, prelude, integra, s2000, crx (del sol) all gone. :(

[@ScottZ370]

I was recently asked if I won the lottery what cars would I buy first and I honestly answered an S2k then NSX then a EP2 Civic Type R then to finish it off a imported FD2 in white with white wheels. I never even thought how much I loved Hondas until I was asked that question though. I mean the latest Civic Type R would probably have to be bought, but I still don't really think of that as a Honda...it's just my favourite of the current hot hatches and I see huge power upgrades being viable a few years down the line.

[@butt5810]

S2000, supercharged fa5....

[@mattbotelho9854]

awesome the guy asked matt a question!!!???? best video ever

[@GrainyEffects]

I just watched a 5 minute long ad 😂 i'm a dedicated fan yo.

[@TheSmokingTire]

jesus man, is YT serving 5-minute adds? Permission to press the skip button, granted.

[@scottsanderson8855]

+Terry Hernandez there are a few!

[@GrainyEffects]

TheSmokingTire Eh it was ok. It was worth the sacrifice just to make sure you keep up with the good stuff.

[@innocenth3rb]

+AEBROS Dickson you DO know it counts all the same even if you click skip, right? you didnt give any extra revenue lol

[@TransAmsandDashcams]

I've watched a few long ads like that when I've had my laptop plugged into my TV for viewing, and have been too lazy to get up to hit SKIP.

[@richochy8281]

FENTON, FENNNNTONNNN!!!!!!!

[@Jack9788]

lol 270 deer power!

[@carbonemtree]

OH JESUS CHRIST

[@Zygrene]

You have no idea how many times people have spammed that dog video on my social media.

[@schplafff]

Oooh, I think we kinda have an idea. =)

[@MO-qc6dy]

Fenton and Fez

[@v_alexiadis]

Great video. Loved the owner. Very knowledgeable guy.

[@BenTroxell]

His channel isn't in the description, player.

[@r3toun]

Yes sadly :(

[@IYG-x7c]

lol

[@Dann0343]

+Zygrene

[@mrskyserious]

😅😅😅 I ran so hard to the description too. 😭😭😭

[@derekspringer6448]

I've noticed he never puts their channel in the description. This is absolutely not the first time.

[@triedproven9908]

You can see that built in chassis flex through the dash cam. love the nsx it had just the right amount of weight to be light and fast but not skip across the road.

[@ofnarcr]

I love how it's stock. I'd be nice to have a car that people love when it's stock.

[@SagaAcademica]

This interior look very good even today, not dated at all.

[@thesumofallparts6902]

Great vid. Wished that Matt commented on his thoughts on NSX vs S2K.

[@Kosoku63]

best car ever made

[@ShuffleToExpresss]

omg it's Zygrene!!

[@Zygrene]

Ayyy there's a familiar name

[@justanotherguy9012]

That thing is surprisingly quiet, but still it sounds pretty great. Nice video

[@blackjacket_]

Stock ´91 NSX One Take. Good fuckin morning everybody !

[@MikeKayK]

Right babe?

[@chrisfi3d]

Yepp

[@ImLeuff]

Question: how much better is the NSX compared to S2000 relative to their price? I feel the NSX is getting a classic status rather quickly (deservedly so) and they're not getting cheaper. If we disregard the drop top experience (which I like), is NSX much better then the S2000? Story time: I remember going to the local auto show with my dad (it was a big deal, wasn't many of em here back then). There were shiny lambos and a mclaren SLR inside but the one I liked most was an old red NSX on the parking lot, a bit dirty and covered in leaves. Still one of my favorite supercars of all time. Don't exactly know why.

[@Zygrene]

I'm working on a video for my channel discussing that exact topic. Filmed it with a drone for the first time!

[@Elephant_Thoughts]

I think the price difference between the NSX and S2000 is justifiable. If you look at a bit of the NSX characteristics, it was first to feature an all-aluminium body so she won't rust, the design is simply timeless, it utilize previous technologies that Honda was using but re-purpose them to give a thrilling experience while all along stamping the meaning quality and usability. Now in my opinion the S2000 did rightfully inherit the essence and purpose of the NSX by using simplicity technology to give a thrilling experience. As far as design goes, well it looks like a Honda at time but I wouldn't say its timeless like the NSX. Here is a good way to look at these two; Honda made the NSX so good and tasteful, they could of just made the NSX a direct competitor to the Porsche 911 and made multiple reiterations of it like Porsche did over the years for their 911; the Honda S2000 is a like Porsche Boxer S or Porsche 718 Boxer. That's the best way in my opinion to describe the relationship between the Honda NSX and S2000.

[@ImLeuff]

Zygrene Thanks, looking forward to it! Elephant Good write up. HOWEVER* the price difference is increasing. Yes, NSX is better and certainly more desirable but the question is how much better and desirable? You might be willing to pay 10 grand more. Or 20. Or 30. At a certain point you have to draw the line and say "OK, I love the NSX but it's not worth the price difference". I'm wondering what that price difference should be and since mr Zygrene owned them both it will be interesting to hear

[@LapoftheWorld]

The answer to you question is "It depends" :). If you're looking for lap times to the exclusion of all else, the S2000 is WAY better value in that regard. Pick up a cosmetically challenged one for under 10k, ad 5k of suspension/wings/tires, go run down stock Z06s at the track. If you're looking for a real "ownership experience" while still being able to keep a Cayman S honest on a track, the NSX is brilliant. Vs. the S2K: Because it has appreciable torque, it's easier to drive casually (around town), because it's roomier, has a bigger trunk, and can be very comfortable, it's easier to road-trip in. It will fit in at any meet this side of a lowrider cruise, and with very few "reliability mods" and maintenance will last forever with very little grief, and most of the grief is known-quantity and readily correctable through a strong aftermarket. -Source: NSX owner pushing 257,000 miles on a stock-ish '92 that I track the snot out of.

[@Elephant_Thoughts]

***** The price increase comparable to the old Porsche 911s; at first, they were in the toilet but once people saw how godly the cars were, the price rose like birthday cake in the oven. The NSX was the same way, and its definitely going to increase because the new NSX is nothing like the first gen and so the first gen is one of its kind and symbolism of what Honda will never go back to again. So the price justification is also feeding off of what Honda's history and mentality use to be as well.

[@piero914]

Good job, Zygrene! Been subscribed for a few months already and love your content.

[@zxibit3081]

This guy was serious and didn't crack a smile the entire video until Matt started revving it out at 9:17 lol

[@bullysarelife7381]

smile man, looks like you have a nice life. wish I had a nsx

[@jamesk8219]

Great... Because I sold mine last Tuesday. Also FYI the EPS rack turns off at 60kmh for manual feel - it just makes it easier around town..

[@rfouR_4]

Hey, I'm subbed to this guy. He has a similar schtick but puts his own spin on it.

[@rfouR_4]

(Also Direzza ZIIs are great, one of the few 200tw tires that actually can last the stated length, I have the Star Spec versions on my Fiesta ST and they're great.)

[@BESIMXCARS]

I love my ZII's so far, I bought them for the life everyone states they have. I really didn't want to buy a set of 200tw tires that wear out halfway through a season.

[@rfouR_4]

***** yeah because of AutoX tons of 200tw tires that are totally bullshit. Basically R compounds with more grooves. ZIIs indeed aren't like that. And the star specs improved on that tread wear and offered improved performance and faster coming to temp. Brilliant for a daily driver.

[@rfouR_4]

***** Except the ZIIs are in a category above the PSS in terms of performance. Don't get me wrong, yes the PSS are great on certain cars, but they offer too soft of a sidewall IMHO for a car of this nature, and they're not as quick around a track. As it seems he takes this NSX on given the icon picture of the video (looks like Laguna Seca). The PSS are the BEST ~300tw tire, but the Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec are essentially the Pilot Super Sports of the ~200tw extreme summer class (outside of the tires like the RE71R and V720 that are falsely advertised). They're close to the Pilot Cup 2s than the PSS.

[@14KShadow]

Great guy, great video. Cheers guys

[@I_dont_read_responses]

Good choice of road to get a feel for an NSX.

[@colhapablap]

ive said it before and ill say it again: bring back flip-up lights!

[@colhapablap]

and plz dont mention aerodynamics. no voice of reason needed here.

[@hockuspockus911]

pedestrian safety

[@colhapablap]

JC Bélisle lol u had to do it didnt u. 😄 there's a laundry list of reasons not to bring em back... but id love to see some mfg say 'fuck it' and have a go at a modern version of flip-up lights.

[@sthr2110]

I've said it before...bring back Members Only jackets so I can wear one while in my flip-up headlight-equipped car.

[@colhapablap]

St Hr corey feldman, is that you?

[@martiniman34]

I want NSX for my birthday which is today for like 15 more minutes :-) It's CLASSic!

[@ThatsNotVeryFunnyLol]

Japan really made the best 90's cars. It's crazy. I cant stress it enough.

[@rblbatb]

always liked these cars. cool video.

[@Desertduleler_88]

Great car, there will never be another one like it.

[@DouEditz]

Matt Matt Matt, its been years, and that "V-Tech YO" never ceases to stop making me laugh! I swear I had a friend get a new Acura and ALL he was talking about was " did you feel that V-tech? did you feel it kick in?" "When it kicks in ill keep up with your AMG".... Sooooo many V-tech Guys around Maryland.

[@amrbanawana4321]

Matt why was the video of the Gallardo removed??

[@ET_Videos]

Most likely the ad broke the KZbin terms of service. You can have ads but KZbin doesn't want a full commercial without going through their ad network (basically).

[@isitfast2067]

It was R rated. Car was pure sex

[@TheSmokingTire]

+Eric Timmer it was because you can't use advertiser supplied b roll in a native ad

[@Tothefloor]

Bunch of followers in my eyes. Where were you ALL in the 90's and early 2000's when only a select few loved the NSX? You all put the car down for various reasons. Now that people are liking it, you ALL jump on the band wagon. Lemmings. Short sighed. I am happy people NOW see what I and a few others have loved about the NSX for the past 25 years. To bad you never gave it a chance until now. Don't always follow people! Don't always go with the crowd. - Owner of 4 NSX's. I owned 3 during the 1990's and the last one in 2003.

[@MrProteinK]

There's also a lot of younger people never had a chance of owning them who now do. They are even affordable, but who knows how long that will last.

[@MattB415]

Your like the people who call out bandwagons on sports teams. It's never been that serious my man. "I liked the team before anyone else did, I'm better than you, please praise me!"

[@Revitalyzed]

It's not jumping on the bandwagon, it's people finding out about it. I didn't know about the NSX till 2004. I was born in '96. Also, there's a difference between jumping on the bandwagon and generally wanting to know more about a car. For example: I knew about the 2nd gen Eclipse for a long time. But it wasn't until the late 2000's that I wanted to know more about DSMs, maintenance on the 4G63, the history etc. Just because you are older than the majority of Matt's viewers doesn't make you any better than us. So you owned 4 NSX's and 3 of them being in the 90's. Congrats? I could buy an NSX now if I wanted to. It's not about when you owned one, it's about owning one. Plain and simple. You could be an 18 year-old who just got his license and pick up an NSX without no extensive knowledge on the car. It's not a big deal buddy.

[@AE86ofMtAkina]

Where was I? Barely conceived like many NSX fans today lol but good point

[@AldrichQuaiHoi]

You could keep it stock, but if you do want to mod it without supercharges and all forced induction and keep it NA, go ITB setup with aftermarket ecu, it's already got titanium internals so it would be sweet, plus it would rev higher and go much nicer, high flow exhaust would also make it scream, though these are still expensive from Toda etc. but you could always revert it back to stock configuration. Def one on my list of to get, looking for a 92-93 R the original R almost impossible to find !

[@olderrol1968]

I hit like on this video before I even watched it

[@youmustbethatninja]

NSXs with low mileage are worth a fortune these days

[@saviorstyles9148]

My boy Zygrene! So great to see your NSX on a one take! Loyal subscriber!

[@Zygrene]

You smart. You loyal. I appreciate that.

[@bletters26]

now that's my dream car rite there! much respect for Japan's big 3

[@403patriot3]

a true japanese classic, great looking machine. first VTEC ever

[@Replica1276]

судя по взгляду, он больше никому не даст свою машину) спасибо за видео

[@zmxvbj]

Holy crap 2nd gear to 81 mph?? That's crazy...

[@jblane100]

That what I said lol

[@Joel_Harris]

Wow this is an awesome car! maybe I should do some car reviews on my channel since I live in Australia and have access to all types of JDM vehicles. didn't mean to make you jealous ;)

[@TassieLorenzo]

Nah mate, they have better JDM cars in New Zealand with their unrestricted (more or less) imports. :)

[@RoadsUntraveled]

Come to our channel! Skylines galore! :p

[@Joel_Harris]

Australia has the exact same laws haha + next year we're passing a law that will allow us to import new cars from japan. That means we will have access to 2JZ sedans etc. I can't wait

[@Joel_Harris]

I actually watch you!! Canada has good imports :)

[@TassieLorenzo]

***** I wish, otherwise I would have an FD2 Civic Type R. It's not allowed for import in Australia, whilst they are (relatively) plentiful in NZ... Same goes for other cars like GC8 STi RA (the rally Group N models with all the good bits like quick steering rack and DCCD, even the roof vent!), STi Spec C etc. Accord Type R and Accord Euro R can be registered in NZ, whilst they aren't allowed for import/registration in Australia too.

[@Nukem962001]

I am subscribed to his channel. Great NSX

[@Juanknes]

Legendary car. Congrats!

[@josearteaga9667]

When Matt get speechless and surprised lol that max is badass

[@raybroome]

One of my friends had one of these, I had a 1991 Corvette ZR-1. We never got to settle it! Maybe you could? The ZR-1 came with a Lotus designed, Mercruiser built, four valve, twin fuel injector motor. I installed Flow Master tips and she sounded like a turbine. "Those were the Days."

[@isitfast2067]

Damn what did you 2 do for a living lol either you worked like slaves or had great jobs.

[@TheSmokingTire]

I loved the C4 ZR1. Back in the day those things were fast as fuck. They hold up too, actually. One of those is a solid performance bargain and possible long-term collector piece today, especially the later 94-95 models.

[@voodoodoc6890]

I do not like Honda by any stretch of the imagination, but when this came out , Honda you gained a lot of respect with me . Could you (Honda /Acura) come out with more please .

[@ahsanr130]

"gettin a little foggy in this b" lol love ya matt

[@GerritTjaardAMarinus]

Awsome, thanks for this video, i did realy enjoy !!!