The new Honda NSX Tensei restomod brings a modern twist to an icon while keeping its purist DNA intact. Built by JAS Motorsport with Pininfarina’s design flair, it offers a reborn NSX with cutting-edge engineering. Here’s what makes Tensei one of the most exciting supercar revivals of the year.
The Tensei is JAS Motorsport's modern rebirth of the Mk1 Honda NSX, a restomod that pairs race-bred engineering with Pininfarina design to revive one of the '90s most influential supercars.
What JAS and Pininfarina brought to the table
Unveiled privately to select clients at Fuji Raceway, the Tensei is a collaborative effort between Honda's longtime motorsport partner, JAS, and legendary coachbuilder Pininfarina.
The program keeps the NSX's original spirit while applying modern materials and motorsport know-how.
Key technical highlights
JAS confirmed the restomod will use a full carbon-fibre body and retain Honda's naturally aspirated V6, reworked for sharper response and sound.
A six-speed manual gearbox preserves an analogue driving experience, and each Tensei is built from an original first-generation NSX donor chassis, a genuine approach that safeguards authenticity.
"Tensei will feature cutting-edge technology and advanced mechanics derived from the world of competition," JAS Motorsport said, emphasising its three decades of racing experience.
Why it matters
For collectors and drivers who value purity, the Tensei's blend of carbon construction, a handed-down drivetrain and competition-derived upgrades makes it more than a cosmetic refresh.
It's a performance-focused revival that honours the NSX's engineering legacy while offering modern reliability and materials.
With JAS's motorsport pedigree and Pininfarina's styling, the Honda NSX Tensei already looks set to become one of this era's standout restomods — a thoughtful, high-performance tribute to a true 1990s icon.
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