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Augie Pabst Jr.'s 1991 Acura NSX Heads to Auction
A 1991 Acura NSX originally owned by racing driver Augie Pabst Jr. is offered for sale with 32,000 miles, a five-speed manual, and a fresh mechanical refresh.
By Charlotte Redford · 4 min read
A 1991 Acura NSX first purchased by the late racing driver Augie Pabst Jr. is being offered for sale by his estate, bringing a low-mileage example of Honda's landmark mid-engined supercar to the collector market. The car shows just 32,000 miles and retains its original five-speed manual transaxle, a combination that has made early NSX models increasingly sought after by enthusiasts.
Pabst bought the car new from Zimbrick Acura of Madison, Wisconsin, according to the window sticker that accompanies the sale. The NSX is finished in Sebring Silver Metallic over black leather and carries a black roof panel and pillars. Its aluminium bodywork was a signature feature of the model, which was developed with input from Formula One champion Ayrton Senna and engineered to combine everyday usability with supercar performance.
The car underwent a significant mechanical refresh in July 2026. The ABS module was rebuilt, the air conditioning system was converted to R134a refrigerant, and the fuel system was cleaned. The timing belt, water pump, serpentine belt, and fuel filter were all replaced, along with a coolant flush and an oil change. The transaxle and clutch fluids were also flushed at the same time, and a brake fluid flush was performed alongside the ABS work.
Power comes from a mid-mounted 3.0-litre V6 with VTEC variable valve timing, factory rated at 270 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque. Drive is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transaxle and a limited-slip differential. A photo of the transaxle serial number, J4A4-1000922, is included in the gallery, indicating the unit falls outside the snap ring failure range that affected some early NSX gearboxes.
The exterior features pop-up headlights, an integrated rear wing, side air intakes, power-adjustable side mirrors, tinted windows, and dual exhaust outlets. The front bumper cover, headlight covers, hood, fenders, side mirrors, and quarter panels were repainted in August 2009. The car rides on staggered-diameter 15-inch and 16-inch five-spoke forged wheels fitted with Continental ExtremeContact Sport 02 tyres. Suspension is a four-wheel double-wishbone setup with front and rear stabiliser bars, while NSX-branded calipers grip vented rotors at each corner.
Inside, power-adjustable sport seats are upholstered in black leather. Automatic climate control, cruise control, and stainless-steel door sill plates stamped with the car's serial number are among the cabin details. The stereo does not work, a fault noted in the listing. The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a tachometer with an 8,000-rpm redline, a 188-mph speedometer, and gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, voltage, and fuel level.
Documentation includes the window sticker, owner's manuals, service records, and a clean Carfax report showing no accidents or damage. The window sticker lists initial delivery to Zimbrick Acura and a total price of $60,600. The car is offered with a Wisconsin title held in the name of a trust, carrying an «Exempt» notation for mileage.
The NSX was Acura's first supercar and remains a landmark of Japanese engineering, praised for its aluminium construction and reliability. Examples with documented ownership and low mileage have attracted growing interest from collectors, particularly those with racing connections. Pabst's career spanned sports car racing in the 1950s and 1960s, and his ownership adds a layer of provenance to this particular car.
