1995 Honda NSX-R auction Reaches $395,000 for 12,000-Mile JDM Legend
Values of first-generation Honda NSXs have surged in recent years, especially for pristine, rare, or manual examples. But you’ll need deep pockets to get close to the car currently listed on Bring A Trailer. The 1995 Honda NSX-R auction is nearing a bid of $400,000, signaling just how desirable this track-focused version of the iconic Japanese sports car has become.
As one of just 483 first-generation NSX-R examples produced for the Japanese market, this particular unit is a true piece of Honda history. The car’s condition and rarity are driving its value to extreme new heights.
Here is a breakdown of the performance upgrades and why collectors are driving this price so high.
The NSX-R Formula: Performance First
The NSX-R was introduced in 1992 with a singular ambition: ultimate track performance. Honda achieved this by delivering a more unfiltered driving experience and aggressively cutting weight.
| Component | Standard NSX | NSX-R Upgrade | Change |
| Weight Reduction | 3,010 lbs | ~2,712 lbs | ~265 lbs removed (sound-deadening, AC, audio, etc.) |
| Seats | Powered Leather Seats | Lighter Recaro Carbon-Kevlar buckets | Weight savings and rigidity |
| Crankshaft | Standard V6 | Blueprinted and Balanced | Improved engine responsiveness |
| Final Drive | 4.06:1 | 4.235:1 | Shorter gearing for faster acceleration |
| Steering | Power Assisted | Unassisted | Provides purer driver feel and feedback |
This particular 1995 Honda NSX-R auction example is finished in Championship White with a contrasting black roof. Its interior features red Alcantara Recaro seats and a MOMO steering wheel, confirming its purpose-built status.
1995 Honda NSX-R
The Engine and Drivetrain
The NSX-R shares the 3.0-liter VTEC V6 engine with the normal NSX, producing 270 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque. However, the cumulative changes—including the shorter final-drive ratio and the blueprinted and balanced crankshaft assembly—result in a slightly quicker 0-60 time and a highly responsive engine.
Despite some minor modifications (such as the aftermarket Link G4X XtremeX ECU), the low mileage of only 19,000 kilometers (~12,000 miles) and the fundamental rarity of the R model make this one of the finest remaining examples. The current high bid of $395,000 tells you all you need to know about the desirability of this classic sports car. By the time bidding ends, the final price may very well fetch over $400,000, cementing the car’s legacy as one of the most sought-after JDM icons ever produced.
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