Honda Revives the NSX and Launches a Full-Scale Restoration Service
Honda, a company whose reputation has been built over decades on meticulous craftsmanship, has announced a new business direction. Despite the brand currently not offering any dedicated sports cars (if we don’t count the new Prelude), it has not forgotten about them. The new initiative, called “Heritage Works,” officially launches next year, starting with the car that arguably put Honda on the global high-performance map: the original NSX.
Honda’s restoration program is divided into two main areas. The first, Honda Heritage Parts, will focus on reproducing and remanufacturing discontinued components. This will include “original compatible parts” created using modern materials and updated manufacturing technologies, as well as “original reissued parts” that precisely replicate the original components, using the same processes and materials from the NSX production era.
Until now, Honda has continued to provide support for older models, but sourcing original components has become increasingly difficult over time. Heritage Parts aims to solve this problem with a more stable, long-term approach to parts supply. A dedicated Heritage Works website will launch to catalog these offerings, with global parts availability planned from April 2026.
Factory-Level Restorations
The second area is much more ambitious. The Honda Restoration Service offers detailed work on classic Honda models. The company states that the new service will rely heavily on Heritage Parts to restore the NSX’s original performance, precision, and “as-new” feel. The work will be carried out at a Honda facility in Takanezawa, Tochigi Prefecture. This is symbolic, as that is where the NSX was born.
The factory will offer two levels of restoration: Basic Restoration, covering key dynamic components such as the engine, suspension, and performance-related systems; and Full Restoration—a more comprehensive overhaul tailored to the condition of each specific car’s exterior, interior, and mechanics.
Program Availability and Future
Applications for restoration services for the first-generation NSX (NA1-100 model) will be accepted through Honda dealers starting in early January 2026, with work beginning in April of the same year. Pricing and detailed procedures will be announced on the Heritage Works site in January. After the NSX, the program will expand to other models. Honda has not named them yet, but it’s safe to assume the S2000 will be on that list.
However, there is one significant limitation: for now, all restoration work will be conducted in Japan. This means that owners outside the country, including those in the USA, will have to ship their cars overseas to participate in the program. Despite this, with established new parts production, dedicated factory support, and a proper restoration center, Honda’s Heritage Works looks like a serious statement of intent to preserve some of the brand’s most iconic cars, starting with one of its greatest.
This move by Honda can be seen as part of a broader trend in the automotive industry, where manufacturers are increasingly valuing their history and heritage. Similar programs, such as Porsche Classic or Ferrari Classiche, not only keep classic cars alive but also create a new market for original parts and expert services. For Honda enthusiasts, this means legends like the NSX will get a chance at a second life with a guarantee of authenticity and quality that only the manufacturer can provide. It may also positively impact the collectible value of these cars, ensuring their longevity for decades to come.