Description
Honda S 800 | 1967
Highlights:
– 0.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, 4-speed manual transmission
– Twin-cam, high-revving roadgoing sports engine from Honda’s first sports cars
– Original German-delivered example, restored in 2025-2026 with original parts
– Coupé bodywork in red with black interior
– Retains its older paintwork, applied approximately four decades ago
The seller offers for sale this 1967 Honda S 800, powered by a 0.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in red over a black interior, this S 800 coupé presents as an original German-delivered car that has been restored during 2025 and 2026 using original spare parts. The lacquer dates back roughly forty years, lending the car a settled, authentic appearance, and the cabin retains its period instrumentation, wood-rimmed steering wheel and characterful Honda detailing throughout.
The Honda S 800 holds a special place in motoring history as one of the cars that launched Honda’s reputation as a serious car manufacturer. Introduced in 1966 as the successor to the S600, the S800 was powered by a remarkable little 791cc four-cylinder engine that revved towards 8,000 rpm, an extraordinary figure for a road car of the era and a direct reflection of Honda’s motorcycle and Grand Prix engineering heritage. Available as both a coupé and an open car, the S800 combined lightweight construction, willing performance and jewel-like mechanical detailing in a way that few small sports cars could match.
Today the S800 is recognised as a landmark model and a genuine collector’s car, prized for its engineering significance, its spirited character and its rarity in well-kept condition. This example, with its documented recent restoration and long-term German history, offers an appealing opportunity to acquire one of Honda’s earliest and most charismatic sports cars.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
