A 1996 Honda del Sol With Original VTEC Power Is a Reminder of Honda's Golden Era

Honda’s modern lineup leaves some enthusiasts cold, and a look at this 1996 del Sol shows why. The little two-seater arrived when Honda was still building cars with personality, and this example keeps its factory VTEC engine intact rather than being swapped or modified.

That original VTEC unit is the main draw. The variable valve timing system gave the del Sol a free-revving character that few affordable cars of the era could match, and finding one today that hasn’t been altered or abused is increasingly difficult.

The del Sol’s targa-style roof and compact proportions made it a distinctive entry in Honda’s 1990s catalog. For buyers nostalgic for that period, this car represents a chance to own a genuinely unmolested piece of it.