Miguel Sánchez
This week, from La Escudería, we have already spoken to you of curious finds in Russia. As we told you in that article, both due to its history and its geography, Russia is a country given to the most varied automobile discoveries. This time the find is not that of a forgotten amphibian in a warehouse, but that of a Honda NSX… in the middle of the forest!
Yes. We do not know who in their right mind - or under what circumstances - would abandon such a Japanese sports car in the middle of a forest on the outskirts of St. Petersburg, but the fact is that there it was: covered in mold and moss. Curiously, it was in a good general state of conservation -that is a test of resistance of materials- but without an engine, according to the magazine. Drive2 Russia.
A real shame, because you just have to take a look at the following video to see how your V6 sounds at full capacity (yes, they are a bit 'alive').
THE PRIDE OF HONDA
For the West to turn its head to the Far East, the Far East has to attract a lot of attention. And that is precisely what Honda did with its NSX, attracting attention. For this, they spent four years developing a sports car with a central engine capable of competing with the models Ferrari 328 and 348. Quite a challenge that culminated in the launch in 1990 of a spectacular sports car capable of captivating the eyes of Europe and America, where it was awarded by numerous magazines and backed by a market that, in 1991 alone, acquired more than 3000 units.
Monocoque chassis entirely made of aluminum, traction control, block with titanium and platinum in the engine, studied aerodynamics, fully electronic power steering ... the NSX not only had an attractive design, but also combined sportiness and certain comfort in such a car. fast as light. In addition, the driving position of this 2-seater -inspired by that of an F-16- allows enormous visibility to the driver, who, as if he were a fighter pilot, is wrapped in a bubble.
Regarding the engine, its V6 produced in the 1990 version close to 270 hp, which is enough for a sports car that borders on 1400 kilos. Its almost 3000 cubic centimeters performed quite happily, the car enjoying a very dynamic behavior developed by itself. Ayrton Senna through tests in Japan and Germany. The following video will give you an idea of their dynamic skills (both of them) ...
FROM FAME TO FORGETTING THE FOREST
As you see, Honda hit the target with a sports car at the highest level but adequate to go to work moderately comfortable. Due to its design and mechanics, it has become one of the most appreciated high-performance models of the '90s. That is why it is a model that no one would abandon in a forest ...
We honestly don't know why this NSX has been abandoned in the middle of a forest until now. Russia ... Be that as it may, the truth is that it already has a new owner. You know, if you like to walk in the woods ... do it with your eyes wide open, you never know what one might find!
