The Honda NSX Type R '92 is a road car produced by Honda. It has been featured in every mainline Gran Turismo game.
Colors[]
There are nine colors available for this vehicle:
- Formula Red
- Championship White
- Indy Yellow Pearl
- Grand Prix White
- Neutron White Pearl
- Sebring Silver Metallic
- Kaiser Silver Metallic
- Charlotte Green Pearl
- Berlina Black
Additional five colors were available in GT1 and GT2:
- Cranberry Red Pearl
- Quasar Grey Pearl
- Estoril Turquoise Pearl
- Bay Leaf Green
- Monte Carlo Blue Pearl
Description[]
"A rare model that is the origin of the Honda Type R series, with just under 500 cars produced."
The NSX proved to be a major hit with both automotive enthusiasts and media alike, but the limited-edition NSX Type-R that went on sale in Japan in November 1992 took Honda's mid-engine sports-car formula to the extreme limits. This ultimate sports car was so well-received that the "R" designation eventually made its way into the lineup of Honda's more mainstream cars, namely the Civic and Integra.
Honda's engineering philosophy for its Type-R vehicles followed two main principles: "less weight" and "increased rigidity". In the case of the NSX. this means removing the car's air conditioning unit and sound system hardware, not to mention all of its sound absorbing insulation. Other changes included installing lightweight seat and wheels. The result was a lean performance machine that tipped the scales at a low 1230 kg (the stock NSX weighed 1350 kg), improving the Type-R's power-to-weight ratio from the base car's 4,82 kg per PS to 4.39 kg per PS.
Complementing its new lean body was improved structural rigidity that came via additional bracing throughout its aluminum monocoque chassis. Stiffer shocks and springs on the suspension were also key contributors. Overall, the Type-R behaved like an entirely different animal when compared to the base NSX, especially on the race track where the car belonged. Less than 500 NSX Type-Rs were produced during the car's limited three-year run, with all of them now considered collectors items by many Honda fans.
Used Cars (GT7)[]
This NSX Type R was the first in Honda's line of Type R models, and it is certainly one of the most legendary. The first generation NSX was already an exceedingly capable sports car in its own right. However, this Type R variant is a special model specifically designed for circuit performance. In particular, its weight was reduced as much as possible, rendering it 120 kg lighter than its base model. The suspension and tyres are also custom-tuned for the Type R.
Café (GT7)[]
Fabio Filippini[]
I remember well the splash that the Honda NSX made at the 1989 Geneva Motor Show. It was the expression of absolute sportiness combined with Japanese perfectionism. But did you know its clean and streamlined style came from a design co-authored by Pininfarina? This study was further developed in-house by Japanese designers. The result was a design so pure and balanced it lasted 15 years without noticeable changes. While the front and sides are somewhat typical, the tail stands out as original. Also, its integrated rear[1] wing and the transversal strip of lights are very well-executed. But despite all the technical improvements it is virtually identical in aesthetics.
Acquisition[]
| Game | Purchase location | Credits | Other methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Turismo | Honda Used Car Dealership[2] | Approx. 65,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 2 | Honda Used Car Dealership[2] | Approx. 65,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec | Honda Dealership | 99,570 | Win the Amateur Type R Meeting |
| Gran Turismo 4 | Early 90's Showroom | Approx. 42,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo PSP | Honda Dealership | 97,070 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 5 | Used Car Dealership (Lv. 7+) | Approx. 79,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 6 | Honda Dealership | 97,070 | --- |
| Gran Turismo Sport (  v1.28+) |
Honda Brand Central | 97,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 7 | Used Car Dealership | 402,700 | --- |
Customization[]
Engine Swaps (GT7)[]
| Engine | Price | Version | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR-414E-NSX | 500,000 | v1.26 | Racing engine swap; increases fuel economy. |
Trivia[]
- Despite appearing in all main series Gran Turismo games to date, it didn't receive an updated model and interior view until Gran Turismo Sport. Other vehicles that share this trait are the Subaru IMPREZA 22B-STi '98 and the Toyota SUPRA RZ '97.
- Until GT Sport, the color "Charlotte Green Pearl" was incorrectly translated to "Shallot Green Pearl".
- This occurs due to the transliteration process from katakana: the color name is "シャーロットグリーンパール" in Japanese.
- In GT Sport's GT League, the Mobil 1/PIAA livery (based on the Honda Mobil 1 NSX GT (JGTC) '99 and the Honda Mobil 1 NSX '01), used in Real Circuit Tours, initially had incorrect mappings; this was later fixed in an update following the car's addition.
- In GT7, it was possible to buy this car as "HOT" for its full price of 450,000 as a Christmas offer during a period between the 23rd of December 2022 and the 4th of January 2023.
- In GT7's GT Auto, one of the rear wing options is the 2002/NA2 model's default wing.
- In GT7, it is one of three cars to be in more than one Extra Books, in this case No. 2: Honda Type R and No. 10: Honda NSX. As such, both extra books cannot be completed without the other being complete.
Pictures[]
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