1968 Honda S800
Roadster (1 of 4 in SA)
1968
36 606 km
Manual
Petrol
4x2
White
Good condition
Pricing Summary
R 650 000
Edenvale, Gauteng
Distance From You
5.0
12 reviews
Description
For sale is my 1968 Honda S800 Roadster Mk2 — an exceptionally rare vehicle, not only within South Africa, but globally as well. Estimated surviving numbers are believed to be approximately 206 Mk1 cars and 202 Mk2 cars worldwide, making these incredibly scarce collector vehicles today. From my own research, I am only aware of four Honda S800 Roadsters currently residing in South Africa.
The Honda S800 remains one of the most important early Japanese sports cars ever produced. Its high-revving four-cylinder engine, lightweight construction, excellent weight distribution, and low centre of gravity made it a remarkably advanced sports car for its era and helped establish Honda's reputation long before the arrival of icons such as the NSX and S2000.
This particular example presents exceptionally well and, importantly, shows no signs of rust or body issues. Unlike many projects that have been stripped and scattered over the years, this vehicle retains its complete engine and gearbox, both of which are included with the sale and simply require refitting. The car is also accompanied by a substantial collection of spare parts, including a brand-new original exhaust system.
The vehicle has been repainted in white at some point in its life and retains its original wheels and hubcaps. Overall, it would not take much to return the car to the road and create one of the rarest and most interesting Japanese classics in the country.
International values of S800 Roadsters have increased steadily in recent years, with overseas examples reportedly achieving between approximately R900,000 and R1.4 million depending on condition, originality, and provenance. Importing a similar vehicle into South Africa today would also come at a considerable premium once shipping, duties, VAT, and related costs are taken into account.
The vehicle is licensed and registered.
The only reason I am considering selling this car is due to unforeseen personal circumstances. As such, serious enquiries only please.
Viewings strictly by appointment only.
Vehicle located in Edenvale, Johannesburg.
The Honda S800 remains one of the most important early Japanese sports cars ever produced. Its high-revving four-cylinder engine, lightweight construction, excellent weight distribution, and low centre of gravity made it a remarkably advanced sports car for its era and helped establish Honda's reputation long before the arrival of icons such as the NSX and S2000.
This particular example presents exceptionally well and, importantly, shows no signs of rust or body issues. Unlike many projects that have been stripped and scattered over the years, this vehicle retains its complete engine and gearbox, both of which are included with the sale and simply require refitting. The car is also accompanied by a substantial collection of spare parts, including a brand-new original exhaust system.
The vehicle has been repainted in white at some point in its life and retains its original wheels and hubcaps. Overall, it would not take much to return the car to the road and create one of the rarest and most interesting Japanese classics in the country.
International values of S800 Roadsters have increased steadily in recent years, with overseas examples reportedly achieving between approximately R900,000 and R1.4 million depending on condition, originality, and provenance. Importing a similar vehicle into South Africa today would also come at a considerable premium once shipping, duties, VAT, and related costs are taken into account.
The vehicle is licensed and registered.
The only reason I am considering selling this car is due to unforeseen personal circumstances. As such, serious enquiries only please.
Viewings strictly by appointment only.
Vehicle located in Edenvale, Johannesburg.