Honda / Acura NSX GT3, Evo and Evo22 (2017 onwards)
The NSX GT3 is the customer GT3 racer built from the second-generation NSX, sold as a Honda or an Acura. It ran from 2017 in three specifications: original, Evo and Evo22. Factory support ended in 2024, so used cars are now far cheaper than new, but parts and engine support need checking before you buy.
History
The NSX GT3 is the GT3 racing version of the second-generation NSX road car. JAS Motorsport in Arluno, Italy, assembled every car 67. Chassis were built beside the road car in Marysville, Ohio. Engines came from Honda's Anna Engine Plant 1. Unlike the road car, the racer drives only the rear wheels, through an Xtrac six-speed sequential gearbox 1.
The car first raced at the 2017 Rolex 24 at Daytona with two Michael Shank Racing entries 8. Customer sales opened in July 2017 at €465,000 ex works. HPD sold the car in North America, Mugen in Japan and JAS Motorsport in the rest of the world 1. The first IMSA GTD win came at Detroit Belle Isle later in 2017 8.
The first update, the Evo, was announced in October 2018 for the 2019 season. It added a new splitter, diffuser, rear bumper and turbochargers, and older cars could take these parts as a kit 3. Newly built Evo cars also gained improved ABS hardware and a new Bosch display and logger 3. Acura claimed roughly 25 per cent more engine life 3. The Evo22 followed in August 2021. Its main change was a new intercooler for heat, altitude and poor fuel 5. It also brought revised rear geometry and springs, larger fluid tanks and faster wheel changes 4. It was sold both new and as an upgrade package 5.
Factory support wound down at the end of 2024. The NSX made its last IMSA start at Petit Le Mans in October 2024 9. UpGarage ran the last Super GT car at Suzuka that December 10. The official customer programme ended in March 2025, and JAS became the global distributor of spare parts 7. Privately run cars still raced in British GT and the Thailand Super Series in 2025 and 2026 12.
Palmarès
In IMSA GTD the NSX GT3 took 8 race wins and two sets of drivers' and teams' titles 8. It added 30 GT World Challenge America wins and 4 Super GT wins 8. ARTA took the 2019 Super GT GT300 title, and Nova Race won Italian GT titles in 2021 and 2022 8. GMB Motorsport won the 2022 Michelin Le Mans Cup GT3 class 8. Gradient Racing won GTD at Petit Le Mans in 2022 89. The car's most recent title is the 2024 Thailand Super Series GT3 7. It nearly took a first Intercontinental GT Challenge win at Kyalami in 2020, until a costly pit stop 8.
What to check before you buy
Confirm exactly which specification is fitted: original, Evo kit, new-build Evo, or Evo22 conversion: Kits upgrade aero, turbos and intercoolers, but new-build Evo cars also got ABS and electronics that kits did not include. Get engine and gearbox kilometres since last service, with invoices from HPD, JAS or a known team: One 2025 seller quoted service intervals of 20,000 km for the engine and 15,000 km for the gearbox. A car close to either limit needs budget. Ask whether the engine has ever overheated or been damaged, and whether it was inspected by HPD: The engine is generally not repairable after damage or overheating, so a hidden event can mean a long block replacement. Check the ABS unit (Bosch M4 or M5) and the dash and logger versions: The launch car used Bosch M4 ABS; the Evo22 lists Bosch M5 with DDU10 display and C60 logger. List the spares, wheels and compulsory service tools included in the sale: New, the compulsory service tools were €5,735 and spare packages up to €90,614. Missing tooling makes a car hard to run. Confirm parts lead times and current pricing with JAS Motorsport before committing: JAS has been the sole global spares distributor since the customer programme ended in March 2025. Check the homologation end date and current BoP in the series you plan to enter: Published end dates differ: one source says end of 2027, others say 2029.
Versions and evolutions
| Version | Years | What changed | How to identify |
|---|---|---|---|
| NSX GT3 | 2017–2018 | Original specification. Bosch M4 ABS, first-generation turbochargers and aero. Launch weight 1,240 kg. 1 | Original splitter, rear bumper and diffuser; Bosch M4 ABS unit. Ask for the chassis number and the JAS or HPD build records. |
| NSX GT3 Evo | 2019–2021 | New front splitter, rear bumper and diffuser; new turbochargers for throttle response and boost control. New-build cars also got improved ABS hardware and calibration plus an updated Bosch display and logger. 3 | Evo aero parts fitted. A 2017–2018 chassis with only the Evo kit keeps its original ABS and display, so check the ABS unit and dash. |
| NSX GT3 Evo22 | 2022 onwards | Bespoke racing intercooler to reduce knock, revised rear suspension geometry and spring rates, larger fluid tanks, new wheel retainers and bells for quicker pit stops, FIA rain light. Optional air conditioning and endurance headlights. 2 | Bosch M5 ABS, Bosch DDU10 display and C60 logger on new-build cars; Evo22 intercoolers and wheel system. Many earlier chassis were converted, so ask for the upgrade invoice. |
Known issues
- Engine usually cannot be repaired after damage or overheating — HPD says the block construction and cylinder bore coating make the engine generally not serviceable after damage or overheating. Work is usually a complete block or cylinder head swap, or a replacement long block. unknown; HPD describes repairs as quickly becoming cost prohibitive 2
- Heat and fuel sensitivity on pre-Evo22 cars — The Evo22 intercooler was developed for high altitude, extreme heat and poor fuel. Earlier cars without it may lose performance or knock in hot races. unknown; Evo22 upgrade package price not published 5
- Original 2017–2018 turbochargers — The Evo turbos were introduced for better throttle response and boost control, with a claimed 25 per cent gain in engine life. A car still on the first turbos is behind current specification. 3
- Older ABS and electronics not covered by the Evo kit — Improved ABS hardware and the new Bosch display and logger came only on newly built Evo cars. Converted 2017–2018 cars may still run Bosch M4 ABS and the old dash. 3
- Parts supply after factory support ended — The official customer programme ended in March 2025. JAS Motorsport is now the global distributor of spares, so lead times depend on one supplier in Italy. Factory spare packages listed at €21,242 (Level 1) and €90,614 (Level 2) new in 2021 7
- Pace on carbon-neutral fuel and under current BoP — Super GT's last NSX team struggled with the carbon-neutral fuel introduced in GT300 in 2024 and with Balance of Performance. not a repair cost 10
Checklist before you buy
- Confirm exactly which specification is fitted: original, Evo kit, new-build Evo, or Evo22 conversion. — Kits upgrade aero, turbos and intercoolers, but new-build Evo cars also got ABS and electronics that kits did not include. 3
- Get engine and gearbox kilometres since last service, with invoices from HPD, JAS or a known team. — One 2025 seller quoted service intervals of 20,000 km for the engine and 15,000 km for the gearbox. A car close to either limit needs budget. 11
- Ask whether the engine has ever overheated or been damaged, and whether it was inspected by HPD. — The engine is generally not repairable after damage or overheating, so a hidden event can mean a long block replacement. 2
- Check the ABS unit (Bosch M4 or M5) and the dash and logger versions. — The launch car used Bosch M4 ABS; the Evo22 lists Bosch M5 with DDU10 display and C60 logger. 2
- List the spares, wheels and compulsory service tools included in the sale. — New, the compulsory service tools were €5,735 and spare packages up to €90,614. Missing tooling makes a car hard to run. 2
- Confirm parts lead times and current pricing with JAS Motorsport before committing. — JAS has been the sole global spares distributor since the customer programme ended in March 2025. 7
- Check the homologation end date and current BoP in the series you plan to enter. — Published end dates differ: one source says end of 2027, others say 2029. 7
Running costs 2
| Rebuild interval | Seller-quoted in 2025: engine service every 20,000 km, gearbox every 15,000 km. No official HPD or JAS schedule was found. |
|---|---|
| Typical rebuild cost | unknown; engine repairs are usually block or head replacement, or a new long block |
| Consumables | Brembo 390 mm front and 355 mm rear discs, Sachs sintered or optional carbon clutch (carbon clutch option listed at €7,024.75 new in 2021), 18-inch OZ wheels |
| Spares availability | JAS Motorsport is the official global distributor of spare and replacement parts since March 2025 |
Where it races today
- FIA / SRO GT3 national and regional series · GT3 — JAS says the current homologation cycle runs to the end of 2027; Sportscar365 and Dailysportscar report homologation through 2029. Confirm with the series organiser. 7
- British GT · GT3 — Bridger Motorsport raced an Evo22 (chassis 024) through the 2025 season. 12
- Thailand Super Series · GT3 — Singha Motorsport Team Thailand won races with an Evo22 in 2025 and 2026. 12
- IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship · GTD — Last start at Petit Le Mans in October 2024 when Gradient Racing switched to Ford. No current entries. 9
- Super GT · GT300 — UpGarage's car at Suzuka in December 2024 was expected to be the last NSX GT3 start; Honda ended support at the end of 2024. 10
Market prices
- New NSX GT3, base price ex works JAS Motorsport: 465,000 EUR (2017-07) 1
- New NSX GT3 Evo22, net price excluding VAT and taxes (2021 brochure): 541,000 EUR (2021-08) 2
- Factory spare parts package Level 2, bought with a new Evo22: 90,614 EUR (2021-08) 2
- Used 2017 chassis converted to Evo22, US dealer asking price (ad later archived): 184,900 EUR (2025-06) 11
As of mid-2025, a used Evo22-spec car was advertised at roughly a third of the 2021 new price. Few cars come up, and racingcarnetwork.com had no NSX GT3 listings in November 2026.
Reference prices are dated and sourced; live asking prices are in the listings above.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the NSX GT3, Evo and Evo22?
The Evo (2019) added new aero and turbochargers, and new-build Evo cars got better ABS and a new Bosch dash and logger. The Evo22 (2022) added a new intercooler, revised rear suspension geometry and springs, larger fluid tanks and quicker wheel changes. Many early chassis were converted, so check the paperwork rather than the model year.
Can an original 2017 car be upgraded to Evo22?
Yes. The Evo parts were offered as a kit for older cars. The Evo22 was sold as an upgrade package as well as on new chassis. Converted cars may still keep the older ABS and electronics, because those came only on newly built Evo cars.
Who supports the car now that Honda has stopped?
The official customer programme ended in March 2025. JAS Motorsport in Arluno, Italy, built every car and is now the global distributor of spare parts. JAS also offers engineering and personnel support packages for teams still racing the car.
Can the engine be rebuilt like a normal race engine?
Not easily. HPD says the block construction and bore coating make the engine generally not serviceable after damage or overheating. Service usually means a complete block or head, or a replacement long block. A car with a fresh, documented engine is worth more.
Where can I race an NSX GT3 today?
It remains a homologated GT3 car, and Evo22s raced in British GT and the Thailand Super Series in 2025 and 2026. IMSA and Super GT entries ended in 2024. Sources disagree on whether homologation ends in 2027 or 2029, so ask your series organiser and check the current BoP.
Sources
- Race-winning Acura NSX GT3 Offered for Sale Globally, Acura / PR Newswire (2017-07) — Launch price, sales channels, full technical specification, build locations
- NSX GT3 Evo22 Brochure 2021, Acura Canada / HPD / JAS Motorsport (2021) — Evo22 specification, new price, spare packages and options, engine serviceability, parts policy
- Acura Confirms NSX GT3 Evo for 2019, Sportscar365 (2018-10) — Evo changes, retrofit kit, new-build-only items, engine life claim
- Acura NSX GT3 Evo22 Introduced, Acura (2021-08) — Evo22 changes, build and support arrangement
- HPD: New Intercooler Key to Acura NSX GT3 Evo22, Sportscar365 (2021-11) — Purpose of the Evo22 intercooler, upgrade package, planned Daytona debut
- JAS Motorsport to assemble latest-spec NSX GT3 Evo 22 for three more years, JAS Motorsport (2021-08) — Assembly at Arluno, regional support split
- JAS Motorsport to support NSX GT3 Evo 22 customers through phasing out of NSX, Endurance-Info (2025-04) — End of customer programme, JAS as global parts distributor, homologation to end of 2027, 2024 Thailand title
- 2024 Goodbyes: Honda / Acura NSX GT3, Dailysportscar (2024-12) — Debut, race wins and titles, end of support, homologation to 2029
- Salters: NSX Farewell Bittersweet for HRC, Sportscar365 (2024-10) — Final IMSA start, Gradient switch to Ford, homologation through 2029
- UpGarage Set for Final Race with Honda NSX GT3, Sportscar365 (2024-12) — End of Super GT use, carbon-neutral fuel and BoP struggles, end of Honda support
- 2017 Acura NSX GT3 EVO22 (classified), GoToTheGrid (2025-06) — Used asking price, seller-quoted engine and gearbox service intervals
- All Results of Honda NSX GT3 Evo 22, Racing Sports Cars (2026) — British GT 2025 and Thailand Super Series 2025–2026 entries
- Honda JNC1 engine, Wikipedia (2026) — Road-car engine code, capacity and stroke for comparison
Did you know
- The race engine is listed at 3,501 cc with a 90 mm stroke, while the road car's JNC1 V6 is 3,493 cc with an 89.5 mm stroke 113.
- Race chassis were built alongside road NSXs in Marysville, Ohio, and race engines in Anna, Ohio, before final assembly in Italy 1.
- The first Evo22 debut was planned for the Rolex 24 at Daytona in January 2022, five years after the original car's debut there 58.
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