1992 NSX is the crown jewel of one man's absurd Acura collection

1992 NSX is the crown jewel of one man's absurd Acura collection | Why I Drive #39

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“Acura’s original tagline was ‘Precision Crafted Performance,’” says Tyson Hugie, “and it really shows in these first-gen NSXs. This car is thirty years old but it doesn’t have creaks or rattles. Everything is tight, even at 117,000 miles.” This NSX is just one of 22 Acuras Tyson has owned through the years. “My friends and family agree that I have an obsession here,” says Hugie, with a smile, “and I guess I don’t doubt that. I never set out to be a collector; it just started with one car and progressed from there.” Welcome to Tyson Hugie’s world, one of precision crafted priorities.
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@wesd991 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is an absolute legend in the Acura legend community. Still remember the time he restored that legend to showroom factory. The detail on everything done to that car was insane

@donaldwilson2620 2 жыл бұрын

I know, I subscribed to his channel on KZfaq. He's a cool guy.

@Hagerty 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being a fan, Donald!

@YK-fj5bj 2 жыл бұрын

@@donaldwilson2620 what’s his channel please?

@donaldwilson2620 2 жыл бұрын

@@YK-fj5bj Tyson Hugie is the name of his channel

@revolutionday1 2 жыл бұрын

Tyson "The Legend" Hugie

@SilverScarletSpider 2 жыл бұрын

Respect Tyson. Love how he actually drives and maintains all of his cars instead of hoarding them just to resell like other “collectors”

@lr_s3102 3 жыл бұрын

I love how he drives his cars, instead of just making them sit.

@s0nnyburnett 2 жыл бұрын

His collection is small enough that he can do it. Big collections are always going to end up garage queens.

@HelloRoad 2 жыл бұрын

I saw the words "Acura collection" in the title and immediately knew this video was about Tyson! Such a fantastic collection, and he drives them all! A lot!

@acuracl88 3 жыл бұрын

He is without a doubt one of the great guys on Earth, and his collection is second to none. As cliché as it sounds, he is a true Legend.

@JasonCammisa 2 жыл бұрын

You're biased. :P

@thatloudCG5 2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonCammisa we all know it's "Pro Idiot. Closed course" with you Jason. 😂

@chadoliver2966 2 жыл бұрын

The NSX is a pure classic that still looks modern today. I've seen a few in person over my life time and every time I see one im still impressed with how good this car looks from every angle.

@tiaastle8343 2 жыл бұрын

I know no one who deserves more exposure for endorsing Acura than this man! Classy classic cars are his passion, and he is just as great as the cars he owns and drives. Ride on!

@nikoteen3024 3 жыл бұрын

Never tapped so fast on a new video

@foivosaaaaa9507 3 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY

@t3ch352 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!

@prashantswann7651 3 жыл бұрын

Yup!

@candlercando 3 жыл бұрын

And never been so disappointed after.

@mitsulegend 3 жыл бұрын

Even porn

@06VistaBlueGT1 3 жыл бұрын

Dude is a purist for the brand, that's for sure. I mean, he has a Motor Trend Car of the Year award!! The golden caliper! Where did that come from? I'd love to hear how he got that. You just don't find that anywhere, lol! Great video & love the NSX!

@welmoepics 2 жыл бұрын

3:10 Seriously Tyson’s enthusiasm for Acura is unmatched.

@esk_71 2 жыл бұрын

I've had 2 Acura Legends. A 90 LS coups and a 95 LS sedan. I used to see his Legend coupe on the forums and loved how well maintained it was. Good to see that he still has love for the brand.

@ericslivinski2080 2 жыл бұрын

Every time I hear about Tyson's story it just gets better every time. Dream of a collection of awesome Acura's and a great guy all around. That NSX engine Rev noise NEVER gets old. Cool video!

@LapoftheWorld 2 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Great to see Tyson getting featured! Great guy with a great collection of Acuras and definitely not afraid to drive them as intended.

@Hagerty 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@AliasHSW 2 жыл бұрын

Hagerty doing what Petrolicious once did. Keep it up! 👍🏼

@Hagerty 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words, Alias!

@slimjim77M 2 жыл бұрын

As an S2000(AP1) owner, I feel this man's passion. I don't know what the future holds for driver cars, but I'm doing my small part to keep them alive.

@Denverian 2 жыл бұрын

Holding on to used cars and only buying used cars is what killed the drivers' car market. The auto makers needed fresh cash from selling new cars to continue making those.

@verdict1163 2 жыл бұрын

@@Denverian regulations on car design is what killed the sports car market

@Carlos.Rivera 2 жыл бұрын

Dont worry, your government will shut down ICE cars

@michaelb.42112 2 жыл бұрын

When I was a teenager the Acura Legend was my dream car. Then in my 20's the NSX was the ultimate dream car. Never owned either, but it's fun to look. The NSX sounds beautiful.

@GlennsCarCollection 2 жыл бұрын

My 2005 NSX is a keeper. Searched the country to find Long Beach Blue Pearl. Lots of videos of it on my channel. I had a 95 NSX for many years. Great cars, i highly recommend,

@twojay 2 жыл бұрын

Just awesomeness all around! Well-deserved recognition for one of the most genuine automotive enthusiasts on the planet.

@Murhamdilah 2 жыл бұрын

Good job keeping everything stock. This car is a gem.

@laidback93 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Tyson! So awesome to be featured on Hagerty!

@car-lo 3 жыл бұрын

I drive one too! I'll grow old with this car until I can't turn the no power steering wheel.

@stevethomas760 2 жыл бұрын

Just love the sound of the engine as you get into the higher RPMs. I own a '91 and was getting on the expressway I was into third gear pretty deep, 80/90 MPH. Looked behind me and yep Atlanta's finest was behind me. Followed me a couple miles and then pulled beside and gave me a thumbs up, car guy. Fourth owner, have the cell phone that came with the car. The original owner paid 83K, 20K over list. They were getting some love when it first came to the US. Great story, thanks for posting

@sadubone 2 жыл бұрын

I have an Acura RSX 2006. I love the car, just a few mods. Such a fun car to drive. I would love to have an NSX. My dream some day. Thank you for the story.

@bc8580 2 жыл бұрын

Tyson is truly a rarity in the car enthusiast community. He has the essential qualities and values of a proper car enthusiast. Restoring and preserving a car in stock form with regular well documented maintenance is what makes the nostalgia of his Acura car collection so emotional. These should be the basic attribute for any aspiring car enthusiast. Its a simple discipline that Tyson has employed successfully over a two decade journey with his collection.

@WarriorsPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing someone fulfill their dream of an NSX helps me to dream again. That's an amazing car and there's few cars that are as fun to drive. (: I need to drive the new model. Has anyone driven both and care to share their opinion of the two cars?

@jayf429 2 жыл бұрын

It’s nice to see an enthusiast who enjoys driving his cars esp the NSX, it’s a shame that this simple formula wasn’t used for the current NSX which ends production next year. Naturally aspirated rwd cars are my favorite.

@boostedmaniac 2 жыл бұрын

NSX is getting axed again? Doesn’t seem that old. I was always kind of wondering that myself. I like the original much more than the newer one. But come 15 years from now the 2nd gen will go up in value because of the scarcity of it. It’s not a bad car, but I think it’s a little overpriced for what Honda/Acura fans are looking for. We were expecting a high revving fun to drive car like the original, not so much an expensive super high tech hybrid. In its price range, it has a lot of tough competition.

@blr153289 2 жыл бұрын

That's sick to see Hagerty in AZ.. Good to see a review of a true driver enthusiast like this.. Would love to drive those same back roads in my S2K some day!

@unearthednsx116. 2 жыл бұрын

Trying to figure out what road they are on

@blr153289 2 жыл бұрын

@@unearthednsx116. Looks like the road heading to Payson or road to the river where they tube at.. A hint of Tortilla Flats too.. But not 100% sure

@unearthednsx116. 2 жыл бұрын

@@blr153289 my guess is Bartlett lake , you said you have an s and your local ? Are you on ig ?

@blr153289 2 жыл бұрын

@@unearthednsx116. Yessir an '03 ABP S2000.. No ig, no social media really.. Based out in east Mesa

@unearthednsx116. 2 жыл бұрын

@@blr153289 interesting don't think I've seen you around . If you see a gpw with a big wing that's mine as well as a black na1

@evalonious 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I new more about cars when I was younger. My 89 Prelude S with the duel carbs died at 160,000. Must have been head gasket initially judging from white smoke. And then my Acura 3.5 RL died at 160,000 also, (transmission). 😪 My 84 Accord was great, but sold it for the Prelude...😪 I miss them all, like buried pets. I had a 79 Honda also, it was blue...😅...

@VentureAHighway 2 жыл бұрын

Tyson is a true car guy for all the right reasons

@mattstone3279 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Video as an owner of an Acura Legend and Acura TSX very inspiring and great to hear Tyson's own experience with such a flagship collectible vehicle in the NSX.

@calyee3558 2 жыл бұрын

Respect for the Acura/Honda love! They're really awesome cars! Really wish I was old enough and had enough funds to snag a NSX when it was at it's largest dip. It has run away from me now. But awesome to see Tyson's journey.

@bugenhagen5813 3 жыл бұрын

Tyson is great and his super sonic blue integra gsr is glorious 👌🙌

@CruiseControl1 Жыл бұрын

I will own an original NSX!!! Great video and thank you for sharing your experience. Beautiful car I have owned 14 Honda’a and 2 of them were 6th gen coupe accords with the NSX inspired taillights and yes they were manual. Now it’s time to save up for the real deal.

@randomrebuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Well deserved Tyson! Keep up the collection...

@Hagerty 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@melondoc 2 жыл бұрын

Getting a strong “Petrolicious” vibe from this video 😆

@JohnnyFrickinRico Жыл бұрын

I love my 91 NSX what surprises me is how comfortable it is to sit in even on longer drives.

@thepostman69 2 жыл бұрын

Damn, wish this came out a year ago. I have no connection to Acura, but I was delivering some MDXs to a dealer in DC and found some original dealer promotion posters from the 90s for the NSX. Wish I snagged them.

@ianalderton6683 2 жыл бұрын

When I moved to my 'new' house in 2000 there was a local guy with 3 cars outside- white Porsche Turbo, white Porsche Boxster and a white NSX- no prizes for guessing which car was the most cool when you live near Frankfurt Germany ! I have never seen one driving on the road ! ! !

@t3ch352 3 жыл бұрын

Finally an NSX 🇯🇵🔰💯

@TheStarsInHisHead 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. He seems like a lovely bloke as well. Good on him.

@victorblock3421 2 жыл бұрын

I recently reactivated a dormant twitter account I have had since 2011. I searched Tyson's name to see if he's on twitter and this video popped up on Hagerty's page. So pleasantly surprised to see this. There is no better Ambassador for the Acura brand. Never met Tyson in person but communicated with him by phone when helping a friend of his secure a collector Acura. Just a great pleasant guy. Been following since I found him on youtube when I had a 2001 CL Type S about 6-7 years ago. He deserves much success.

@leerich8897 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful nsx. I have a 92 red w tan interior and just 96000 miles, I’m about to list it for sale but I just want to make sure it goes to someone who will truly appreciate and care for it like I have. Car is an automatic though.

@jaydub5515 2 жыл бұрын

Honder for life!!! From Alaska with love

@naimshafeek2687 Жыл бұрын

It remembers me the vigor noise too, i really love Honda/Acura, I've had many vigors, Tls, Rls, couple Honda Legend KB1 right now

@enriquealvarez4702 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing, I still looking for my unicorn NSX R.

@kostas903 3 жыл бұрын

That type of petrolheads we want!! Not fake posers and numbers of horsepower and hi tech crap

@AruaBakayaro 2 жыл бұрын

Still looks nicer than the current model 👍

@christianmejia9069 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video as always. Clicked so fast

@bunzinod1964 2 жыл бұрын

Drove this beauty yesterday wowww what a car definitely one to add to your collection if your a car guy !

@urbanizeddreams 2 жыл бұрын

I love how he keeps the cars bone stock! Just my cup of tea!

@nowaydudehuh8145 2 жыл бұрын

Tyson Hugie! The man with the best Acura/Honda collection! Out there. Been a follower of his channel for years.👌✌🤙.

@jasonkelley6185 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta love a collector that drives his cars and experiences them. That's awesome.

@scottkim8805 2 жыл бұрын

a true gem! nice collection there Tyson!

@edjack1993 2 жыл бұрын

Love the focus of this collection. And love the NZX, of course!

@JBaek24 3 жыл бұрын

Tyson you the man! Acura hero

@fhowland 11 ай бұрын

I’m so with him; the prelude is what ignited my love for Honda too. Those cars were amazing. I have a Civiv Si and S2000 now:

@swanblake 2 жыл бұрын

I really miss Honda/Acura from the 90s. Such great cars. Fantastic collection

@civichbc 3 жыл бұрын

So clean! I love it!

@CarGuy87 2 жыл бұрын

The way this guy feels is why we are enthusiasts.

@lesterksi4521 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best sports cars

@misterdog7 2 жыл бұрын

My dream car as well, fine tuned by my childhood hero.

@danielprivate7442 2 жыл бұрын

270HP is plenty if it's in a car that lets you use it everywhere.

@matheusoikawa7018 2 жыл бұрын

There is something magical about watching Senna onboard on suzuka riping on that nsx, doing punta tacos with that mocasines

@MandusahRamirez 2 жыл бұрын

Yooo! My Uncles Red 1990 Prelude 4WS Is Why I Love Cars Today‼️I Remember Him Parking And Leaving The Rear Wheels turned.. I Got My Black 2001 Prelude SH In 06 When I Was 16 & I Still Have It!❤️ It’s Still Stock Except For 14 Accord Sport Wheels..

@richlive11 2 жыл бұрын

This gives me hope to own one someday. Really give it the life it truly deserves. I'm 23 but man, I want to be a proud owner so badly. One of these days. Mark my words 💯

@just4ivaylo92 2 жыл бұрын

Hell of a collection and a guy! Love the NSX and Honda.

@lotusesprit38 2 жыл бұрын

I changed a Supra A80 for a Nsx, you might think i'm an idiot...but i dont regret at all for it. The driving experience and handling is way better than my 93 MIV twin turbo one. The Supra engine is brutal but is heavier than nsx, next to Honda Nsx ,stock vs stock theres not much differences except in straight line . In circuit Nsx is superior. One day people will give the Credit of which this masterpiece deserve Greetings from Europe

@Sonicspeed3000 2 жыл бұрын

This dude is a true petrolhead, mad respect

@charlieryan1736 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this interesting video

@Boatfisherz1 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting video...no idea people liked basic 90s Acuras....especially the sedans. I could understand the NSX, but the rest I'd wouldn't even think twice about. 🤣. Would like to try one someday though.

@houseofno 2 жыл бұрын

I hope that whoever engineers the third gen NSX that they figure out what made the first gen car great. The second gen was a high tech, overpriced, hybrid mess. Redesigning a car shouldn't mean throwing out the baby with the bath water.

@s0nnyburnett 2 жыл бұрын

All these new cars are lame and made for regulators not for drivers.

@bradpittman5075 2 жыл бұрын

Gangster man. I appreciate the passion. That’s what it’s all about. It’s not about domestic vs import or drag racing vs circuit racing etc anymore. Especially when epa is actively trying to lawfare tuning shops. It’s about the drive. The experience that the car gives us and those who appreciate them for more than just transportation. We have to come together. Or else we will all end up in the exact same car. One choice and probably gov issued. I started out with a second Gen fc rx7 na gxl model. 344k miles. Rust issues. I now am into this fox mustang I have. Had a turbo integra that made a touch over 500 wheel. We have to come together and be proud of what we love and educated on the issues. Especially fuels and battery construction. Anyways. Thanks and never give up. Imagine being a kid not sitting in the back seat naming all of the different car makes and models that passed you down the road. Imagine it being one super quiet bland terrible car. Even if it has a lot of torque.

@brianmessemer2973 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is awesome 👍

@MyGorilla1 2 жыл бұрын

From France with passion and respect ✌🏼⚜️🇨🇵😎 I drive a CTR FN2 WCE GP Pack number 1610 🏁🇯🇵

@daviddefortier5970 2 жыл бұрын

The guy really likes his car alot

@MrReese 3 жыл бұрын

WTF, I just watched the Type-R video from Donut Media where the NSX was a big part and now this video turns up?! Crazy.

@MrZattack101 2 жыл бұрын

482k miles, what a legend

@thorandmoljnir 2 жыл бұрын

Light weight, handsome understated styling, Japanese reliability. What's not to like?

@jaypers232 2 жыл бұрын

Shoutout Tyson

@artpereira 2 жыл бұрын

I had a goal to own a sports car by 30. I’m 42 now and still no chance of affording one in sight. My choice in career path was the absolute worst ever.

@VirtualGuth 2 жыл бұрын

Much sooner than many people seem to think, the only vehicles allowed on our roads will be of the zero emissions variety. At that point in time there will no doubt be countless folks out there wishing they had spent more time actually driving the cars they owned. This guy won't be one of them - a true enthusiast.

@JayJay-vd4jp 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to be able to drive one oneday.

@danapeck5382 2 жыл бұрын

It's a Honda from the McLaren F1 days, Gordon Murray owns one, Senna helped tune it; what else do you need to know?

@Fastvoice 2 жыл бұрын

It was one of the main inspirations for Murrays McLaren F1 plans. He owned one a good while before the F1 was created. His view: "Of course as you know, the engine has only six cylinders; however, the NSX’s very rigid chassis is excellent and would easily be capable of handling more power. Although it’s true I had thought it would have been better to put a larger engine, the moment I drove the „little“ NSX, all the benchmark cars - Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini - I had been using as references in the development of my car vanished from my mind. Of course the car we would create, the McLaren F1, needed to be faster than the NSX, but the NSX's ride quality and handling would become our new design target.”

@danapeck5382 2 жыл бұрын

@@Fastvoice Thanks! I hadn't seen that quote, much appreciated. Oh for a T 50. Just realized we were talking about different McLaren F1s; I meant the Honda-powered Formula One cars.

@nikoleigraham8747 2 жыл бұрын

What does he do for a living? I don't think I will ever own any car with my job prospects let alone a dream car like the NSX.

@shridharmasurkar8352 2 жыл бұрын

love the nsx... make more videos like this one.

@croon4111 2 жыл бұрын

Literally my dream car

@03focussvt943 2 жыл бұрын

I had a pristine DA Integra fold-out ad that I had from the Chicago Auto Show. I reached out to Tyson and he sounded genuinely interested. We set up a date and time and he was going to show us his awesome collection. My son was stoked to see an NSX up close The very car in this video. Come that Sunday? No response from Tyson. He blew us off. That pissed me off, but watching my son get upset is what hurt the most. A day later I got the typical "sorry, something came up" BS excuse, but cmon. He couldnt respond to my messages that day?? I guess if we're nobodies with just an EM1 Si and and RSX, we're not good enough company. Whatever. I forgave and moved on.

@jaimecavazos3417 2 жыл бұрын

Did Tiffany Amber drove an NSX in Beverly 90210 series?

@Fastvoice 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, in some episodes.

@TML34 2 жыл бұрын

More fun than the new NSX? Yes.

@georgemerusi299 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@MrSchn3ll 2 жыл бұрын

His collection reminds me of myself at 16 years old, before I realized Porsche existed.

@leonlawrencez28 3 жыл бұрын

I know this feeling.

@Matt_Heebs 3 жыл бұрын

NSX is the king of Honda's!

@VictorSchofield 2 жыл бұрын

Check out his YT channel y'all! He documents all his cars there!

@kevinkyser9347 2 жыл бұрын

Keep driving!😁

@Tajbabamh 2 жыл бұрын

Quality Quality Quality

@Akshayysk 3 жыл бұрын

NSX ! ❤️😭

@Staatus_Quo 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like I've seen your pics in Oppo before. I wonder if you're that dude in the group that has a couple Legends.

@alexnava7664 2 жыл бұрын

And the price of a nsx just went up thanks i wanted one too

@nathangreer8219 3 жыл бұрын

No love for the SLX in this collection? I own one. What an oddball!

@YourMom-vl2sp 3 жыл бұрын

You mean the Isuzu Trooper? 😂🤣😂🤣

@awmckenzie 3 жыл бұрын

@@YourMom-vl2sp You mean the Holden Jackaroo?!

@nathangreer8219 2 жыл бұрын

@@YourMom-vl2sp But... but... but.. it HAS an Acura badge on it, I promise!

@Wall-era 2 жыл бұрын

One of the perfect car in the world