--- title: "Here’s Your Chance to Own the Ultimate Senna Souvenir: His Honda NSX" description: "The legendary Formula 1 driver helped Honda develop the NSX, and his personal example is on sale in the U.K. for $623,000." date: "2024-04-24" modified: "2024-04-24" authors: - name: "Jerry Perez" job_title: "Deputy Editor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/jerry-perez" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/heres-your-chance-to-own-the-ultimate-senna-souvenir-his-honda-nsx" categories: - "Acura News" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "acura" - "NSX" --- # Here’s Your Chance to Own the Ultimate Senna Souvenir: His Honda NSX ![]() *\Senna.com via AutoTrader UK\* [Ayrton Senna]() achieved star status pretty early on in his racing career for making crappy [Formula 1]() cars perform better than anyone could imagine. By the time he got to [McLaren](), he was already a global superstar loved by millions in his home country of Brazil and abroad. After his tragic death in 1994, everything Senna-related became collectible and highly sought-after. Well, that game peaks here, because Senna's 1991 [Honda NSX]() is officially up for sale and ready to make a superfan's entire existence. Listed by [AutoTrader]() UK, the red Honda NSX was Senna's personal car in Europe. Specifically, this 1991 left-hand-drive model was reportedly housed in Portugal so the three-time world champion could use it as needed. Now, you may be thinking that as a result, the car mostly sat around and was barely driven. Not quite, as the listing claims its two owners have put 39,100 miles on it. ![]() ![]() ![]() It's unclear how many of those miles Senna contributed to the sum, but I'd dare assume quite a few. When not in Brazil, Senna spent most of his time in Portugal, as he could quickly and easily commute to England by plane. It's known that he enjoyed the weather there and already spoke the language. Plus, back in the day, there was a lot of F1 testing (and racing) in Estoril. Unlike today's McLaren factory drivers who parade around in their [Arturas]() and Speedtails, back in the '90s, McLaren raced with Honda power. So, Senna was often seen in an NSX (and even a Civic CRX sometimes). For this reason, there's always been a bit of an emotional link between Senna and the mid-engine Japanese sports car. A few years back, I visited his [memorial in Imola and came across photos]() left behind by NSX owners in Senna's honor. ![]() ![]() ![]() The [listing]() doesn't make a specific mention of the condition of the car, but let's face it, who cares? It's Senna's freaking NSX. Also, the car is going to be featured in a Senna exhibition during the British Grand Prix at Silverstone this summer, so clearly it's not a turd. According to a letter shown in the listing's photos, the second owner appears to be a Honda dealer in Switzerland, so I'm sure the car's been absolutely babied. I've seen all kinds of Senna memorabilia [go through auction]() over the years, from helmets to gloves, and even some of his F1 cars. Frankly, all that stuff brings me sad vibes, and I personally wouldn't own any of it. His NSX, however—that hits differently. Chances are Senna enjoyed driving that car around Portugal with a smile on his face. That makes me happy, so if I had the roughly $623,000 the owner is asking, I'd happily pay it. *Got a tip? Email us at tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Jerry is responsible for upholding The Drive's ethos as an audience-first, enthusiast-driven car blog that serves up industry-leading news, reviews, culture, and motorsport coverage. Overseeing a staff of writers and editors from his home base in Indianapolis, he helps curate the site's daily rundown, as well as its medium- and long-term content strategies. Jerry joined The Drive in 2018 as a writer and worked as news editor and managing editor before becoming the deputy in 2023. As a lifelong car enthusiast and racing fan, Jerry believes that all cars are cool, but the people behind the machines are even cooler. This belief often gives The Drive a slightly different focus from most other car sites, where we explore the humanity behind the machines. When he's not obsessing over the day's biggest stories or hanging out at a race track, Jerry can be found behind the wheel of a car, most likely sharing a laugh with his teenage son or daughter. ### Author social links [Instagram]()