Turbo K20 Swapped NSX With a Dogbox: Street Driven Time Attack Monster

Yo, who builds an Acura NSX for time attack?? Amir Bentatou, that’s who. For various reasons, you don’t see a ton of these built as time attack cars. Which is a shame, because seeing these at flat chat on a track is about as good as it gets. And for being a street-able car, this thing is an absolute monster. 2,300 lbs and 500+ horsepower will do that for you, though.
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[@RSFuture]

Thanks to Hoonigan for having our car on the channel, and to everyone for the kind words! Feel free to ask if you have any questions.

[@cherstonwarner2187]

Sooo, MECH E? Sick build. Can't wait to see more. Subscribed to your channel. Where are ya'll based out of?

[@tHeAZIAN562]

@@cherstonwarner2187 socal :)

[@RSFuture]

@@cherstonwarner2187 Mech E? Thanks for subscribing! We're located in LA.

[@NjoyMoney]

Amazing build my dude, i see dreams of cars like yours

[@RSFuture]

@@NjoyMoney Thank you!

[@leandroonishi5600]

Damn, this dudes knows everything about his insane machine. He knew everything Dan asked with every single data possible. Respect.

[@llavero5]

Respect because he know his own proyect?

[@bishopwittenmyer5319]

Really to think Dan just worked on cars before Hoonigan is crazy. He’s such an incredible on screen personality.

[@SenorMonster]

I know right, I feel like every other day I see him talking to someone else he worked with before Hoonigan.

[@dr.geraldyaya3203]

the NSX is a true 90's dream machine

[@Poizdrc]

Captain obvious has entered the chat

[@dezrataz]

I see my general managers Acura nsx every day. And I've been trying to get him to mod it.

[@MiamiBomber]

It’s my goal to buy a 91 NSX, so I can always tell folks, “this car’s as old as I am, just better looking”

[@alecbryantalledo]

Dr. Gerald Ya Ya yea hondas ruled the 90’s but today you don’t really hear about them. Everyone talks about the supra or skyline and the nsx is a looker but its not that fast

[@HokuraChan0106]

Indeed, *i am a nsx*

[@TheScreamingDonkey]

Amir's NSX is amazing I've been following all of his builds for about 10 years. Also go check out Amir's youtube channel (RS Future) it has all of his time attack work and him working on the car through all it's iterations.

[@malice930]

Where are his other builds featured? Ive been subscribed to the channel but it only goes back to mmoui's motor build which is like a year ago or so. Thanks

[@TheScreamingDonkey]

@@malice930 His instagram is the best place at the moment instagram.com/rsfuture_amir/ but if you google that911 you'll find his older cars.

[@RSFuture]

I appreciate the ongoing support! Do me a favor and shoot me a message on IG.

[@aviatorix8805]

Good looking out, thanks for the tip!

[@malice930]

@@TheScreamingDonkey thanks

[@rb26xs14]

Nads is literally Julian from Trailer Park Boys, always a drink in his hand😂

[@mopsnuf]

Such an ultimate machine, amazing top-notch execution of a universally appealing idea. You can tell because no decision was made to favour looks, and yet it looks immaculate and incredible from every angle inside and out. Another perfect match with the Build Bio series!

[@RSFuture]

Thanks! We aim to maximize performance without sacrificing aesthetics.

[@realDTMdriven]

Amir made it to Hoonigan! One of the dopest guys I know and a true car guy. Congrats Amir!

[@RSFuture]

Thank you so much!

[@coletonvieregge2010]

This might be my favorite k-swapped vehicle. Absolutely amazing, glad that you guys put it on the show!

[@evilcryalotmore]

I met amir at a car meet when I was 13. Good guy, always was nice to me. Always had something turbod and something terrifying

[@p4perweight]

Hoonigan really brought Amir and this absolute weapon on the show, today was a good day!

[@pinuspinuscawk]

Always enjoyed the NSX but this one is absolutely perfect. Dan nailed it as always, this car looks like the best of both worlds. Great discussion, great car

[@itsdokko2990]

that guy really looks like he knows every single nut and bolt of his NSX, i like that

[@hehbrn3080]

I LOVE that he kept the flip up headlights

[@maman89]

This guy built a street JGTC car. Pretty insane on how well the car being setup.

[@TheForzarismo]

Bruh... that looks like the vision of what I want my NSX to look like. Beautiful work my man.

[@RSFuture]

Thank you!

[@BitBam]

90's NSX among my top 3 all time favorite cars

[@dcorica79]

#mealso

[@tortellinitentacles69years99]

MUCKFOOT it’s okay to be gay. Don’t be insecure to come out of the closet

[@jaimevazquez5865]

omgggg AMIR i love this guy he used to take care of me when he worked at a bmw shop! glad to see he’s doing great

[@RussellRobinson77]

The amount of work gone into this is awesome and that paint is an amazing colour

[@Juicetyper365]

His build is so good! Saw the video when he broke the record, congrats to him!

[@uber_stuber]

tbh im normally not a build bio guy, but just the fact that this time its a early 90s NSX INSTANTLY made me wanna watch it lol these cars are my true dream machine

[@dieseldabz7104]

They drive amazing especially considering how old the technology is nowadays. It's like driving a rollercoaster on the street, they hook n stick VERY well. One of the coolest factory cars I've ever driven tbh..

[@VS666]

hey! i know this guy! i met him at The Ridge during time attack. couldn't be happier for this guy, very friendly

[@RSFuture]

It was great meeting you, Varg. Hopefully we'll see you at the Ridge again next year.

[@flutterguy965]

I worked in car dealerships for quite a while and drove so many big cars. AMG, S-class, G-classs, anything. Never ever did I feel like "Oh man this is extremely valuable!", just "Oh man, this costs money!" Well.... not until I got to sit in an NSX at a car meet. These things really have an aura. Just sitting in one was more meaningful to me than literally going top speed in an AMG on the Autobahn. (if you wonder, a 2015 GLE AMG will do about 293kph indicated)

[@A4ANT]

I haven’t watched yet but straight away I’m picturing Nads drooling goi crazy 🤤

[@bryanluntz1603]

Beautiful build Amir Amazing fabrication work Looks n sounds like a track rocket And he drove it there Right on Dan

[@RSFuture]

Thank you!

[@kinderboeken55]

Amir is such a humble guy

[@luckyyu2004]

I used out with Amir back in the day, he didnt come from a rich family or own a big business. he worked and save to get all his car.

[@tawriqsaad6937]

I love this built... It looks good... Its fast and its light weight... No need the big power...

[@mohammadadib3785]

As the NSX looks like JGTC car, somehow it reminds me of JGTC Supra with 4 cylinder 3sgte engine. Phenomenal job Amir

[@HRM.H]

Im doing a k20 swapped rallycross kart soon. Goal is 220hp NA .

[@chomin3025]

just refresh it a little, k swaps are generally 210-235hp

[@HRM.H]

@@chomin3025 we run restrictorplates for cup spec. Without them it should make around 240 to 250 hp.

[@ryanmalin]

@@HRM.H you put accusump or just a deep oil pan?

[@chomin3025]

@Thomas put some cams, the type s conversion and an intake then

[@IaintTrynaGoOutLikeBIGnPAC]

220 is easy. Good luck with your build

[@craigrchee]

When he stood on the front splitter I freaked out for a second 😮 Pretty awesome!

[@AnAngryPossom]

Love getting to see Amir's cars. He's a great driver and an absolute killer builder.

[@RSFuture]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@derrickjoness]

Holy shit... honestly the best looking NSX ever! So clean from the colour to the rims and the carbon fibre is so sexy

[@mertlad4661]

Thats got to be one of the cleanest K20 I've ever seen.

[@busykat6278]

im usually no fan of fancy paint jobs but this looks just incredible

[@amoj2188]

I really want see a head to head this and J’s Racing s2000, hot version USA should comeback.

[@TougeTime]

This would murder that lol

[@Javierm0n0]

Thats a wonderful machine, thanks for letting us see the work on it.

[@matthewlittle6940]

not a honda guy at all but damn that nsx is gorgeous

[@iyanmanzano]

The midnight purple almost looks like Honda should've used it instead of Nissan on the R34. The color changes and reflections on the NSX's curves are fucking crazy.

[@caddyshackhonda]

This is one of my favourite cars in the world right now!

[@RSFuture]

Thank you!

[@caddyshackhonda]

@@RSFuture anytime! Looking forward to seeing it in action some more!

[@ANTIPURIST625]

We are running the same turbo on our K24a2 powered e30 and it feels insane! Sooo much midrange power.

[@RRVCrinale]

I've always wondered how a swap like this would turn out! Quite interesting to see the result be a time attack car.

[@RSFuture]

The first drive was a surprise. It balance and drivability felt the same as the C. Just more agile due to the weight loss, and quite a bit faster in a straight line.

[@DBCvidar]

So glad Dan is back, his passion makes this show what it is

[@Shakshuka69]

Nads and Dan DT style combo is perfection. They get equally excited and nobody is a cool guy about anything.

[@luss9970]

Honda should hire this guy to design cars unbelievable amount of work

[@EricvZ1967]

What an awesome car! Also love the way he explains everything. Lot of knowledge.

[@RSFuture]

Thanks!

[@sarahdell4042]

I love this car so much. Fabulous job on the build

[@lildj365]

Always happy to see friends doing cool things. Good stuff, Amir!

[@matthewscarpetta]

i like the exhaust system that you have! it reminds me of the 80s F1 Turbo era. BMW engined cars had a similar set up. The BMW engines had a 1.5l, 4 cylinder turbo. meanwhile the rest of the pack had V6 and V8 Twin Turbo 1.5l engines.

[@thechad3239]

K swap is always a great choice, Honda builds amazing motors and their are so many upgrades to get what you need out of the motor. Reliable at 500 plus HP. Sweet!

[@JustMe-zu6tn]

"OG" NSX.. Its beautiful !!

[@LBC_squared]

Ohh it's this dude! I know him. See him at the track a lot. He runs speed ventures events and honda time attack?

[@FTLChristian]

Amir has the coolest NSX

[@RSFuture]

Thank you!

[@Verntheowl4]

This is up there with the Pontiac Fiero and the custom rod in the early episodes with the exterior rod style steering linkages. IMO.

[@508MASS378]

Guy steps on the front splitter like a boss!

[@whocares5188]

You know he's an actual car when he Jack's up his own car and takes the tire off.

[@getlaidgatorade8165]

bring back this era of hoonigan pls

[@karltaht2370]

So rad to have seen this car in person!

[@RSFuture]

Looking forward to seeing you at GTA Finals!

[@masskilla469]

I know why he is going to a Syvecs ECU because you have way more control over everything then any other ECU maker on the planet!! I am jealous too really well done Build!!

[@danielna7157]

Not too much power but super light??? This is beautiful

[@josephmartinez2820]

Lmao that shit cracked when he stepped on the splitter

[@JasonWaterfalls13]

That thing is freakin rad!! Love it. Midnight Purple II is one of my favorite colors ever.

[@feenyx6394]

What an incredible build, it must have insane amounts of grip!

[@nathgallagher9566]

Can we get this one on "This Vs. That"..?! I love this car❤☯️

[@MimmsHondaDay]

Awesome stuff Amir 👍🏻

[@RSFuture]

Thank you!

[@AnthonyLopez-gw3zs]

Best of the BEST! AMIR's NSX is top notch !

[@spinmoto180]

Absolutely Perfect! Love Everything About This NSX!!! A Streetable Time Attack Car, Epic!!!

[@undinted5837]

Nsx is my dream car

[@vbesley46]

Waaaaaa!!!! Thats awesome! I'm all for a purity and keeps things the way they should especially Honda's because they love hondas but to K swap it and then racr it and to have it be awesome blows my mind On top of that he painted this car and iconic color and it looks damn good!!! can I please do a build breakdown with nads!?!?!?

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Congrats to Amir! Super humble guy! Check out his KZbin channel: RS Future

[@RSFuture]

You're too kind, thank you, Gus!

[@RaaynML]

That redline in top gear was incredible

[@joealex65]

Build Bio is back this week and what a TWIST! For me it's an insult to swap the high revving V6 on the NSX but at least it's still Honda powered and i can respect that! 😎

[@dieseldabz7104]

Exactly my thoughts

[@Emil77777]

There is loads more available for good reliable power for the k20 than there is for the c30a or c32b. When you also consider the weight offset and the price of high reliable power from the c30/32 keeping the V6 doesn’t make sense.

[@joealex65]

@@Emil77777 Nah, NSX was made to be a V6 and it should stay like that, i know the K is a GREAT engine and can make a lot of power easy, i respect that but the NSX should always stay V6

[@Emil77777]

Joe Alex But that doesn’t make sense for this application. Why would you fight the c20/32 to make this power reliably when you could just use the right engine for the job? I’m not shaming the v6 it’s one of the greatest sounding Honda engines ever made but it’s not right for this at all. It’s also why the JGTC Supras used the 3S-GTE instead of the 2JZ. Power to weight easily trumps purity.

[@toddxhiggins]

@@Emil77777 also the K fits so much easier and makes working on the car a lot easier. Parts are much cheaper and easily sourced. Replacement blocks are everywhere and cheap. For this build yes the K makes absolute sense!

[@joshuasanchez9704]

Honda nsx & Toyota Supra both my dream cars

[@cxbra]

That thing was legit a $200,000 build (including the price of the car).

[@circle7motorsports]

That front downforce is a flex

[@julienezemka3476]

that color is something else fr 🥺

[@dwightferrin7992]

that’s one of those cars that gives you butterflies

[@371matto]

Wow this nsx is a perfect blend well done

[@xosbr]

Man that car is clean

[@kuurizzo1896]

This is the perfect track car. P E R F E C T

[@fihimsadiq8779]

If only honda made a high revving production V8, wish someone could "glue" two k20/24 or b16/18 engine together.

[@jamesspikes9741]

Nads!!! Every episode is better when you chime in.

[@TsunamiSephi]

Yo! Always good to see friends on the channel. Amir's NSX is so goddamn sexy.

[@RSFuture]

Thanks, Zach!

[@error_error_1239]

I think Amir might be Bisi's long lost son

[@ZammZ]

NFS Pro Street, the NSX was a monster!

[@JoseSantos-ys3rj]

so true. i had one for grip class, stage 4 everything. faaaaaaast af

[@user-pwfus]

12:35 All those mods but your still missing a little black paint behind those wheels ;)(Love Nads hes the best at interviews his attitude and just everything about him he is natural. Bless up

[@FranksGarageOfficial]

So much to love about hoonigan. I hope I build something cool enough to be reviewed 🙏🏾

[@joe5boost]

beautiful car and very well built , thanks for sharing with us

[@Itr-tv7kt]

this is honda boy's wet dream

[@dudder86ify]

Had those same rims on my 2002 type r k20a awd and yes it was a real honda integra in cali that was leagle

[@robertmoreland7527]

Haha I’m with dan, let’s stare at the engine some more 😍

[@rjaybruhh]

*_Im pretty sure I saw that car at Willow Springs…_* looks so sick in person!

[@mg_streetkandi]

Nice whip..although..John Lazorack's Conquest was the best Track/street car I've seen on build biology..real talk..🏁

[@jeffreysalvador7076]

Thanks editor for putting a racing clip after each commercial.

[@nismox6460]

Awesome Technical car that fantastic and drivable

[@calebnation7797]

Nice road atlanta footage. Cool track, and 45 min from my house

[@GarethL2008]

Dan is the man just a cool bastard

[@Bobby_Biturbo]

How did you guys manage to get Chuck Norris to host Built Bio? 😳🤣 Dan really looks like Walker Texas Ranger with his current hairstyle 🤷🏻‍♂️🤣

[@milkshake1993]

This dude is a mad genius 👏🤣

[@kasper_429]

Props to this dude for being American and pronouncing Bride right. Lmao.

[@aeipee13]

Spoon Rigid collars are life!