This Honda S800 Roadster is a useable example of the high-revving lightweight sports car, which is noted to run and drive well and present in largely original condition. It is powered by a 791cc water-cooled double overhead camshaft inline-four, fed by four Keihin carburettors, and coupled to a four-speed close-ratio manual transmission. The car has been recently serviced and is noted to drive as it should. It could be used and enjoyed as-is or its new owner may choose to rectify the paintwork issues. The odometer indicates 74,462 miles (119,835 km); however, this is not warranted. Build year: 1968 The successor to the ultra-advanced S600, the S800 used a slightly larger 791cc dual-overhead camshaft engine layout with four carburettors and an 8,000rpm redline. Its engine produced 52 kW at 8,000rpm, making it Honda's first 160 km/h (100 mph) car, but its low weight and clever tuning also allowed it to achieve 6.7 L/100 km (35 mpg). This example is finished in a timeless white hue, over a black vinyl-trimmed interior with a silver dashboard and a three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel. It rides on a set of 13-inch Maxlite wheels, fitted with Yokohama BluEarth-Es tyres. This S800 is understood to have had an older exterior repaint, and is now fitted with its aforementioned Maxlite alloy wheels and an aftermarket 1970s radio cassette player head unit, but is believed to be an otherwise standard, ‘matching numbers’ car. It comes with the owner’s manuals, original service book, an original Honda S800 sales brochure, and a selection of registration documents dating back to 2019 and a set of original steel wheels. The seller notes that the car comes with one original key, and two replacements. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: there are paint blisters on almost every panel, though they are most prominent on the front wing and driver’s door. Inside, there is wear in line with the car’s age, and some crazing on the central steering wheel boss. There are also two small cracks in the lower left corner of the windscreen. This S800’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in October 2024 at 74,447 miles by SJ Classics. The work comprised of an engine oil and filter change, and a general inspection. Prior to this, the seller notes that the car’s regulator was repaired. This Honda S800 Roadster is a charismatic and rare classic sports car, which is reported to present in highly useable condition, and noted to run and drive impeccably. This example has been maintained in impressively original condition save some minor changes, and was recently serviced by a classic car specialist. For someone seeking a lesser-seen open-top classic car, this S800 Roadster remains complete and correct, and is ready to be driven and enjoyed. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number.