- Meticulously serviced

- Iconic small cabriolet

- Agile, playful and so desirable as a convertible

- No Reserve

In 1963 and as a proven manufacturer of high-performance motorcycles, Honda entered the automobile industry by offering a coupe and a convertible of minimal dimensions powered by a 530 cc inline four-cylinder engine derived from its motorcycle range.

The chain-driven S500 was succeeded by the S600 in 1964 and then by the S800 in 1966. The engine of the latter was increased to 791 cc and delivered an impressive 70 hp at over 8,000 rpm, rev range unheard-of for a road car in the 1960s. This time, a conventional rear axle replaced the chains. With its fundamentally sporty character and dynamic handling, this unique little bombshell left a lasting mark on its era, both as a coupe and a convertible.

The current owner of this superb S800 acquired it at the Epoquauto Show in Lyon, after literally falling in love with this little Japanese car. This gallery owner and renowned specialist in Flemish and Dutch painting (between 15th and 17th centuries), as well as a car enthusiast and Lamborghini collector, wanted a small convertible to drive in the streets of Paris in the summer. He enthusiastically praises: “the liveliness and playfulness of this little car, so fun to drive with its motorcycle engine revving and its exhilarating sound!”

As the traffic in Paris became too problematic, he reluctantly decided to part with it “so that another enthusiast can enjoy it on the roads of Saint-Tropez”, he told us.

During his six years of ownership, the car was serviced by Toni Auto near Paris, a highly skilled mechanic equally adept at servicing the most prestigious Lamborghini models as he is with this charming little S800. Finished in red with a black interior, it is in very good condition and definitely deserves to find a new owner who will enjoy driving it on open roads and preferably, on winding and sunny ones!

Photos © Nino Hamet