[1] The origins of the NSX trace back to 1984, with the HP-X (Honda Pininfarina eXperimental) concept,[2] for a 3.0 L (180 cu in) V6 rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive sports car.

Honda, with the intention of meeting or exceeding the performance of the then V8 engine Ferrari range, committed to the project, aiming at both reliability and a lower price.

The concept evolved and had its name changed to NS-X, which stood for "New", "Sportscar" "eXperimental",[3] although the production model was launched as the NSX.

It benefited from advanced aerodynamics and styling inspired by the F-16 fighter jet cockpit[4] as well as input, during the final development stages, from Formula One World Champion Ayrton Senna.

The production model was displayed three years later at the 2015 North American International Auto Show, for and was released for sale in 2016.

The car's body utilizes a space frame design, which is made from aluminum, ultra-high-strength steel, and other rigid and lightweight materials, some of which are the world's first applications.

The entire bid was donated to the charities Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and Camp Southern Ground.