From Road & Track · Joe Kucinski · · 1m 10s
Pininfarina-Designed Acura NSX Restomod Finally Revealed
The JAS Pininfarina Honda NSX restomod Tensei debuts with a 3.5L V-6 engine and manual transmission.
In brief
The JAS Pininfarina Honda NSX restomod Tensei debuts with a 3.5L V-6 engine and manual transmission. The JAS Tensei restomod NSX features a 3.5L naturally aspirated V-6 engine producing 425 horsepower and a manual transmission. Originally reported by Road & Track.
JAS-Pininfarina NSX Restomod Unveiled
The JAS Tensei restomod NSX, designed by Pininfarina and built by JAS Motorsport, finally reveals after nearly a year of teasing.
Tensei: Rebirth of the NSX
The name Tensei translates to 'rebirth' or 'reincarnation', reflecting the extensive transformation of the original 1990 NSX.
Modernized Exterior and Interior
It retains pop-up headlights with LED technology but features a wider stance, longer wheelbase, and carbon-fiber bodywork for a dry weight of 2756 pounds.
Engine and Transmission Details
The JUDD Power-reworked 3.5L naturally aspirated V-6 engine produces 425 horsepower and revs to 8500 rpm, paired with a six-speed manual transmission.
Chassis and Interior Upgrades
The Tensei includes reinforced construction, adjustable KW dampers, Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, and a driver-focused interior with analog tachometer and manual shifter.
Limited Production and Pricing
Only 35 units will be produced, each customized for its owner, with pricing yet to be announced but expected to be expensive.
The headline
The JAS Tensei restomod NSX features a 3.5L naturally aspirated V-6 engine producing 425 horsepower and a manual transmission.
