The first-generation Acura NSX has long held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts who appreciate engineering precision as much as raw speed, and this stunning 2005 example crossing the block at Broad Arrow Auctions' upcoming Quail Auction represents the breed at its absolute finest. Finished in striking New Formula Red over an Onyx leather cabin, it is one of just 20 U.S.-market cars built in this exact specification, and you can view the full listing on the auction house's website.
When Acura introduced the NSX, it rewrote the rulebook for what a supercar could be. Here was a mid-engine exotic with genuine usability, reliability you could count on, and a level of build quality that rattled the establishment in Italy. The 2002 styling refresh sharpened that formula even further, swapping the original pop-up headlights for fixed HID units and adding a revised front fascia, redesigned side sills, and aggressive black mesh detailing that gave the car a more modern, purposeful stance.
By the time the 2005 model year arrived, the NSX had become the most polished version of itself. Larger 17-inch forged wheels, a quicker steering ratio, and a wider rear track tightened up the handling, while subtle interior touches like aluminum console trim and contrast stitching lifted the cabin. Crucially, this car carries the coveted six-speed manual gearbox, which for 2005 gained dual-cone synchronizers on the fifth and sixth gears for smoother, faster shifts at speed.
What makes this particular NSX so compelling is its remarkable preservation. Sold new in June 2006 through Baierl Acura in Wexford, Pennsylvania, it has quietly worked its way across the country, with documented ownership in New York, New Jersey, and Texas before settling in Los Angeles. A clean CARFAX report backs up its consistent care, and the odometer shows just 26,909 miles at cataloging. It still comes with its original window sticker, owner's books, warranty literature, and a folder of service invoices from years of attentive East Coast ownership.
Offered without reserve and carrying a pre-sale estimate of $200,000 to $225,000, this represents a high-water mark for Japanese performance cars. As the final and most refined chapter of an undeniably influential supercar, wrapped in one of the rarest and most eye-catching colors ever offered, it would be a worthy centerpiece for any serious collection. You can find full details and photos on the Broad Arrow Auctions listing.
