# What Makes The Honda NSX Type R So Special? (And What Is One Worth Today?)

> The NSX was Honda's answer to Italy's prancing horse, the Ferrari. The summer of 1990 saw the much-anticipated launch of this new exotic that marked the first time the U. S.

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- **Published:** 2025-04-24
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ferrari #honda #makes #special #type #worth #answer #anticipated
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