NC1 Acura NSX 75,000-mile Valve Adjustment Service | $20,000!?!
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- Опубліковано 1 тра 2022
- I was looking at a high-mileage NC1 2017 Acura NSX and wanted to see what maintenance happens around that milage and I was in for a surprise.
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$20k seems awfully high. We had put together a quote for this a while ago and it came out to more like $8500. Still a lot of money, but much better than $20k!
Hi! The labor alone at the dealership was 12K. Makes sense with the amount of work needed to do it. One person stated the cams have to come off. Wilderness.
The upcoming C8 ‘vette Z06 has the exact same kind of DOHC mechanical value adjust as the NC1 NSX. GM says the new ‘vette has lifetime valve lash but I call BS on that. It’s also going to need valve adjust at around 80,000-100,000 miles. The risk is burning exhaust valves or wearing out cams and followers/swing arms.
I read that it is a 28.3 hour billable job, not sure what an approved Acura/Honda shop charges per hour. But it looks like there are other parts needed too. $20k every 75k miles sure makes a guy think twice about buying one of these
That's definitely some good data for anyone looking or currently owning one of these. Anyone that has a '19/20/21 and you're coming up on 50k miles, dodge that bullet and sell it to me for 90k 😅
Hahahah hey! I’m with you. 90K, I will take my chances too. 😅🤪
For the North American market NSX, there is no set maintenance schedule based on time or mileage (with 2 exceptions). Like all modern Hondas, the car uses the Maintenance Minder system, and bases the needed maintenance on the car's usage. The valve adjustment is part of Code 4, along with replacement of spark plugs and intake sound control. You do not have to adjust the valves at 75k miles if the MM code doesn't come up. Of course, because it is all based on the MM, you don't really know what the next code will be, so it's hard to plan around future maintenance. I will say that, so far, I've done all the maintenance on my NSX myself, which consists of oil and filter changes, TMU fluid replacement, brake fluid replacement, and cabin and engine filter replacement. They are all easy DIY.
Awesome information! I am going to pin your comment since I think it really helps to understand how the maintenance internals works for the NC1. Thank you for taking the time to share that data with us.
Thank you for the Intel but I wanna correct you about the do it yourself oil change I was told by a service writer at Acura that the car has approximately 118 drain hole plugs and it Hass to be hooked up the computers to drain the oil on my correct or wrong
@@cannonp10 None of that is in any way correct.
@@olyar15 wow I guess 3 service writers with years of experience are wrong so I guess they lied to me…..I doubt it why would they spread misinformation on a car I’m buying next week 😂
@@cannonp10 maybe you should do some research then. You can find Honda’s factory service information from their service site and read up about the procedure yourself.
I’ve owned my NSX for over 6 years now, and have nearly 70,000 km on it. I’ve done all the routine maintenance on it myself.
i rented an nsx yesterday. a 2017 with 26,000 miles and ive never been so impressed with a super car and ive driven several. amazing amazing machine....but...20k? ouch
Not too bad considering the type of car and compared to other cars maintenance costs. Glad you enjoyed it. 🤘🏽
I disagree. Who cares what others pay. That price is still insane/no sense.
All comes with the territory and still cheaper than the other brands so let’s go for it
truth. I was a service advisor for Ferrari and let me tell you, way cheaper still compared to what I saw.
Interesting guys again take care🏎
1st! Daaaaaang $20k 😳😳😳. I’ll pass. With inflation and all that’s gonna a hell of an expensive service in a few years when NSXs need this service. This has me thinking about the new C8. That’s not cool.
It is a lot. Especially for a valve adjustment.
I don't think it's that bad. I'd be ok with $20k every 75k mi. But for me, it's something I would only want to do once in the lifetime of the car while I owned it. I would prefer to get a lower mileage specimen. I'd buy one with under 50k mi. If owned for ten years the engine out service works out to be $2k/year amortized.
I am with you. It is good to know this info so someone can prepare financially and mentally for it.
Not just mid engine cars! Subarus require engine out for their common high mileage head gasket replacements.
This cost possibly bodes well for used NSXs losing a bunch of value. 40k maintenance in 150k miles? Seems like anything nearing 75/150 might drop in price by a bunch. Also wondering how needed it is, can you wait until you hear the start of some ticking? Is this something those of us who have worked on/built engines could handle on our own? Interesting stuff.
Unfortunately this can’t be done at home unless they have a lift, transmission jack, and a lot of time. Not many people have all three.😅
@@DriversTherapy Challenge accepted. :P
the used Nsx have gone through the roof as far as resale.
If you’re going to play your going to have to pay. 🙃 I was shocked to see a cab removed on an older Dodge diesel pickup to do some engine work.
I recall someone telling me about that. That is wild. Sometime I wonder what some engineers were smoking.
Crazy story, just thinking! I get that you want to have the NSX that you have the old and new one but if I look to your garage you have a performance car (the Porsche) and the vintage driving feel car (NSX) why don't you look at a Lexus lc 500 to top of off, it's the car I am looking for a while now for. It's reliable and a great grand touring. Us you have the V8 and a open roof depending on your like! Let me know what you think. Best regards Guus
Hi! I was only interested in the new NSX because I thought I could get it for a deals I since it has 91K miles or so. But when I found out all the other factors I was like nope. 😀
@@DriversTherapy but what are your thoughts generally on the Lexus lc 500?
I love it, I made a video about it: ua-cam.com/video/9Z_7LmfbAyI/v-deo.html
Did you buy the NSX? You should do the valve adjust yourself DIY and make a UA-cam video of the process.
I have a first generation NSX. I tried to buy the NSX in question, but the seller was asking too much.
Would have been cool to own both a 1st and 2nd gen NSX. I had a NA2 NSX but sold it buy to my NC1. I adjusted the valves a couple time on my 99 NA2 and did belts/water pump right before I sold. Pretty easy and the engine stays in the car. Pulling the engine to do the valve adjust in the NC1 is a lot more time consuming. So far haven’t talked to or heard from anyone on social media/forums who had the value adjust on their NC1. But there ought to be plenty of high mileage, daily driven 2nd gen NSXs out there that are ready for this service.
I was saving for a while to buy the NSX its my dream car ever since i was a kid but this 20k service charge turned me off , the NSX was suppose to be the daily entry level car with performance that match supercars and at low cost , if this turns out to be true i’ll try to get the 1st gen NSX.
Oh no! I wouldn’t change your mind about getting one. If you buy a newer NSX like you want too, 75K miles won’t come till a decade. That is a long time and plenty of time for you to prepare. Also, when most NC1 NSXs are close to this mileage, shops will find a way to do it cheaper since this is a dealer price. I wouldn’t worry about it too much. Keep your goal for one. It is still a great car and compared to cars with similar performance, way less to expensive to own.
True that and thanks for replying.
@@russelljohnson441 yes. It’s a stunning car. From what I hear, it is well built and apparently the factory one has over 300K miles with no major maintenance needed. It’s a great car. Thanks for watching the video. 🤘🏽
Does the NA1 or NA2 NSX have any service that requires pulling out the engine as well?
I honestly don't know. I know for a major service you.
I have owned a 99 NA2 NSX in addition to my 2017 NC1 (unfortunately not at the same time, I can only afford one at the time lol). The 1991-2005 NA1 and NA2 NSX has a v6 engine mounted Transverse in the engine bay behind the driver. This allows for easy access to all the timing belts and accessory belts without removing the engine. Also water pump can be changed in addition to removing both cylinder heads without removing the entire engine. Also the transmission and clutch can be replaced without removing the engine.
On the other hand, the 2017-2022 NC1 NSX has the engine mounted Longitudinal in the engine bay. This means the crankshaft is running forwards/backwards instead of left/right in the engine bay. It’s much harder to access the engine, and the engine must be removed from the car to perform pretty much any work. Thankfully the NC1 using timing chains instead of a belt to run the Cams and water pump, and there are ZERO accessory belts because the hybrid electrification replaces the need for an engine driven alternator, AC compressor, Power Steering pump etc.
Great Info 👍🏻
Thank you for watching!
Wow! Keeping my F150! 😁
Me too! ;-)
i guess ill just get the lexus LC then
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Shocking as I was thinking as far as super cars being Honda / Acura you wouldn’t have to worry about these Ferrari esque services lol omg 😱
I’d rather by a 2016-2017 911 careera for $95k throw a tune on it and call. A day
Do not get overwhelmed with this. I bought a NC1 NSX and love it. I had a GT3 and GT4 and this is a way better car. Plus, I do not see myself getting to the 75K range anytime soon.
What $20k does the engine need to be removed or something? That is ridiculous!
Some have said the price has lowered but it makes sense that certain services need the engine out.
Might as well just get the first gen NSX
True but someone also put it this way, if you own the car from a low mileage standpoint, one major service at 75K is a bargain. Most cars at that performance level require more frequent and expensive services. I use to be a service advisor for a Ferrari dealership, and I can agree with that statement.
Thank you for the information, I'm out purchasing this car
Don’t be too worried about this service. I just bought an NC1. Great car and soon shops will offer this service later on for less and it will be streamlined.
7 Drain plugs. Lol. NA1 For the Win!
True.
NOBODY CAN DESIGN GOOD CARS NOWDAYS. ALWAY SOME CATCH IN IT….ENDLESS MONEY PITS……GET A LEXUS LC.
in all fairness, 20K after 75K miles isn't too bad as long as the owner is aware, or a buyer is looking for a used one. Working for Ferrari, cars in the similar price range cost way more to maintain.
Saw some of the UK prices for these, they depreciated even worse than they sold here and at face value they seem to be a genuinely affordable supercar, Cheap to buy and cheap to run in terms of fuel and taxes. I hope anyone looking at them in that light learns about this, there could be other jaw dropping fees lurking if things go wrong as opposed to the maintenance.
I think they are great and reliable cars but knowing about the service helps to plan for it too. Thanks for watching the video. :D
Only $3-$400. If you neglect to have them adjusted periodically, the cost is FAR >
For the NC1 NSX?
I was told by Jenkins, Acura in Ocala Florida the car has about 118 drain hole plugs which is ridiculous and a cost about $5000 for a oil change
I know you’re exaggerating but what did they really say? 😂
@@DriversTherapy my friend I stick to my story I bought about 5 cars from them not the NSX but TLX,TSX and RDX
Call they’ll tell you
@@cannonp10 that is crazy! What else are they doing besides an oil change?
It’s due to the fact that they have to hook it up to a very very high-end machine to drain the oil evenly throughout the whole engine and transmission or would have you there’s 118 drain plugs think about it
remove the engine out LOL
Had to check ya on that. Whew! You meant $200. I swear I saw 20k but Google tells me avg of $210. Either you got excited about pushing the 0’s or you wicked over paid! Consult a lawyer and therapist
It is going to be around $15,000 to $20,000. Google is wrong.
@@DriversTherapy
No shit!!! That is freakin whacked! I just took delivery on a silver 2017 on Tuesday. Now I am dying to see what the hell you actually said about this🥵😰..I never know or really give a shit about the emoji. Just had to look up even how to spell it. I was like emoooolgy..nope…, emogi, nope. Then I was…no shit emoji and it made me think like ..a Japanese guys name..? umm, means something slang in Japan like You suck ass or something. Either way, let me check your vid and thx for responding
@@christopherobrien46 congrats on your new car and one worry about this service. It’s for cars with high miles and since I’ve made the video the cost to do is probably down as well. Enjoy your new beautiful ride and let me know if I can help in anyway.
@@DriversTherapy
Okay!! Did some research …it’s a few hundred plus but if you neglect to do it, THEN it will run you $15-$20k
U can ask even 100 000 if u want, but do I pay? No. Find some1 who will do it cheaper.
That price is fucking joke.
I am with you and I think as more NC1s get more mileage, someone will offer the service for less.
Yes i agree and it doesnt meant it is not as good job as they who ask insane high prices.
It could be evwn better. Everything ia up to the guy or lady who ever do the job👍
@@ThePegi27 true and dealership try to rush because of how they are paid.
You exaggerated your video to hit so many clicks.
I spoke to the ACURA service, he said he never come across of Acura charges of twenty grand unless its a major engine problem that out of warranty.
Why didn’t you just ask them how much the valve adjustment service was?
Thats just how it is. Rationalizing a supercar is oxymoronic.....imo
It depends. Being conscious about finances is never a dumb thing. What year NSX do you have? Maybe you can shed some light on your expenses so far with the NC1?
@@DriversTherapy you missed my point. I agreed with you, dummy.( that's for you slick comment) I was saying we dont get supercars to make sense of buying them. You cant put a price tag on the joy something brings you ( unless its subpar) so its an oxymoron to get upset at the cost of something created for people who dont have financial woes. People owning this car, like myself in the future and others, already have their finances squared aware... asshole.
@@DriversTherapy i do appreciate you commenting back. I do. Which is why i responded gentlemanly. Not trollingly. Cause I do like your vid
@@SeanFit sorry it took me so long to reply back.
@@DriversTherapy I figured. I understand, I do. Im withya, not against ya
My turn will come with comments like these...
Cant imagine your email inbox with expectations of interacting
I bet my ass there are mechanics out there that already know how to work on these cars and will make that valve adjustment for half of the price or even cheaper. Don't be naive
How many of those owners will go outside the dealership to do that service?