Acura Builds Itself A 40th Birthday Present To Celebrate Its IMSA-Winning Heritage
Jalopnik • • business
Key Points:
- Acura celebrates its 40th anniversary in the U.S. market on March 27, marking four decades since Honda launched its luxury brand with the Legend and Integra models in 1986.
- To commemorate the milestone, Acura has recreated its first race car, the number 48 Comptech Integra, known for winning the IMSA International Sedan series in 1987 and 1988, now called the Acura Integra 40 Racer.
- The Integra 40 Racer retains its original rebuilt engine and transmission with modern enhancements such as coil-on-plug ignition, upgraded exhaust, and performance suspension, making it a race-ready vehicle with period-correct aesthetics.
- The car will debut at the 51st Acura Grand Prix in Long Beach, California, showcasing Acura's blend of heritage and innovation aligned with its Precision Crafted Performance brand DNA.
- The original Integra was praised for combining driving enjoyment, affordability, and practicality, and the 40 Racer pays homage to this legacy with a stripped-down, race-focused design that remains true to its roots.
