Honda NSX-R Prototype LM Race Car

Honda NSX-R Prototype LM Race Car
Production Info
Honda	Honda 2002 Race Car Japan
Engine and Power
Engine Code	C32B
Displacement	3.5 L
Engine Type	V6
Aspiration	Naturally-Aspirated
Power	526 PS (518 bhp)
Torque	37.9 kgf·m (274.1 lb·ft)
Drivetrain and Weight
Layout	Mid-Engined
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Gearbox	6-speed
Weight	1,120 kg (2,469 lbs.)
Balance	46 : 54
Performance
PWR	2.13 kg/PS
PP in GT5/6	560
Dimensions
Length	4,430 mm (174.4 in.)
Width	1,916 mm (75.4 in.)
Height	1,090 mm (42.9 in.)
Miscellaneous
GTPSP Type	Tradeable
GT5 Level	Level 17
GT5 Type	Standard
GT6 Interior	Simple

"A Gran Turismo original, aimed to be the ultimate NSX."

―In-game catch text for the car, from GT6's Dealership

The Honda NSX-R Prototype LM Race Car is a fictional race car produced by Honda. It first appeared in Gran Turismo Concept and in all subsequent mainline games up to Gran Turismo 6.

In-game description

• Gran Turismo 5
• Gran Turismo Concept 2002 Tokyo-Geneva

This description is taken from Gran Turismo 5:

Without question, the pinnacle of Japanese mid-engine sports cars is the Honda NSX-R. This high-speed version, the NSX-R Prototype LM, begins life as a standard Type R, but uses the addition of a lighter body and wider tires, along with a massive power upgrade for good measure.

The original NSX Type R made its debut in 1992 and underwent many major refinements prior to its second-generation release in 2002. The new model was lavished with numerous aluminum and carbon fiber parts, along with major renovations to the drivetrain. Despite these additions, it still felt like something was missing; the enhancements to the engine were limited to just a bit of fine-tuning.

The hearty 3.2-liter DOHC V6 with i-VTEC has seen its bore increased to yield an impressive 493 BHP at an incredibly lofty 10,000 rpm. The engine has been re-positioned to a longitudinal layout and the gearbox has been installed up front to mirror the setup found on the Japan Grand Touring Car-spec NSX. The driveshaft is connected to the rear tires through the oil pan underneath the engine.

With the new level of horsepower and a high degree of handling capability, this car is ready to take on any of the world's great racing circuits. Rather than stripping the interior, this NSX features luxurious leather-clad seats and wood trim in a nod to its street-legal status.

Although this NSX Type-R LM remains only a dream, in the world of Gran Turismo the possibilities are endless.

This description is taken from Gran Turismo Concept 2002 Tokyo-Geneva: Based on the new carbon-aluminium NSX-R model, this car is designed to compete in the 24 Hour LM endurance races and is to be considered as a “Dream” car in the Gran Turismo racing series. Overall design is similar to the second-generation model but this uprated 3.5 litre, naturally aspirated V6 version exhibits styling in line with other Gran Turismo concept cars. The motif colouring is based on the NSX-R GT1 Turbo that was entered in the 1995 Le Mans 24 Hour race.

Acquisition

Game	Purchase location	Credits	Other methods
Gran Turismo Concept	---	---	2001 Tokyo: Complete the Course License #7 with Gold 2002 Tokyo-Geneva: Win a race on Professional difficulty in Tokyo R246
Gran Turismo 4	---	---	Win the Super Speedway 150 Miles
Gran Turismo PSP	Honda Dealership	1,250,000	---
Gran Turismo 5	Used Car Dealership (Lv. 17+)	1,716,879	---
Gran Turismo 6	Honda Dealership	1,250,000	---

Trivia

• Its livery is based on that of the Honda NSX-R GT1 Turbo '95.

  

  Notice the @cz3_tar_wrc_01 text right after the NSX-R Prototype LM's description, followed by a misplaced description of the CZ-3 Tarmac Rally Car.

• Due to an error, the car's Bonus Items description text in GT Concept 2002 Tokyo-Geneva also contains a description text for the Mitsubishi CZ-3 Tarmac Rally Car right after the NSX-R Prototype LM's own description text.
• Early versions of GT6 had a bug where the side number box does not appear. This was quietly fixed in Update 1.17.
• An Acura-branded version can be found in the GT Concept Tokyo-Geneva disc, which may suggest there were plans for a North American release of GT Concept.
  • This variant also did not make the cut for GT4 either, however, an unused vehicle banner in the Japanese version of the game suggests that a major Acura lineup was planned in a Gran Turismo and Gran Turismo 2 style for the North American release of that game.
• This car also appears in Gran Turismo 4 Prologue, albeit unplayable through normal means; it can only be seen as a CPU car in the Arcade Mode races and in School Mode lessons.

Pictures

The vehicle banner as it appears in GT Concept.

The unused Acura variant vehicle banner as it appears in the Japanese version of GT4, also would have been shared by its road-going counterpart.

The vehicle banner as it appears in GT4.

In GT Concept, it originally had Raybrig logos on the front, which were removed in later games, starting with GT4.

The unused Acura-branded version of the car, which would have been used in an US release of GT Concept.