Description
The Honda S600 Coupé, launched in 1965, is a true masterpiece of engineering that marked Honda's entry into the global automotive market with technologies directly derived from its motorcycle successes. The coupé is much rarer than the convertible version (Roadster). Its production ran primarily from 1965 to 1966.
Total Coupé production: Approximately 1,800 units.
This car was fully restored .
1965: 1,519 units.
1966: 281 units.
By comparison, the Roadster was produced in over 11,000 units during the same period. The coupé is distinguished by its ultra-high-performance engine for its size, capable of reaching exceptional engine speeds for the time.
Engine: 4-cylinder in-line DOHC (double overhead camshaft), water-cooled.
Displacement: 606 cc.
Power: 57 hp at 8,500 rpm.
Maximum engine speed: Redline at 9,500 rpm.
Fuel system: 4 Keihin carburetors.
Transmission: 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive via an innovative double chain drive system in an oil bath, acting as swingarms.
Weight: Approximately 730 kg (about 15 kg more than the roadster).
Top speed: 140 km/h.
The Honda S600 Coupé, launched in 1965, is a true masterpiece of engineering that marked Honda's entry into the global automotive market with technologies directly derived from its motorcycle successes. The coupé is much rarer than the convertible version (Roadster). Its production ran primarily from 1965 to 1966.
Total Coupé production: Approximately 1,800 units.
1965: 1,519 units.
1966: 281 units.
By comparison, the Roadster was produced in over 11,000 units during the same period. The coupé is distinguished by its ultra-high-performance engine for its size, capable of reaching exceptional engine speeds for the time.
Engine: 4-cylinder in-line DOHC (double overhead camshaft), water-cooled.
Displacement: 606 cc.
Power: 57 hp at 8,500 rpm.
Maximum engine speed: Redline at 9,500 rpm.
Fuel system: 4 Keihin carburetors.
Transmission: 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive via an innovative double chain drive system in an oil bath, acting as swingarms.
Weight: Approximately 730 kg (about 15 kg more than the roadster).
Top speed: 140 km/h.
The Honda S600 Coupé, launched in 1965, is a true masterpiece of engineering that marked Honda's entry into the global automotive market with technologies directly derived from its motorcycle successes. The coupé is much rarer than the convertible version (Roadster). Its production ran primarily from 1965 to 1966.
Total Coupé production: Approximately 1,800 units.
1965: 1,519 units.
1966: 281 units.
By comparison, the Roadster was produced in over 11,000 units during the same period. The coupé is distinguished by its ultra-high-performance engine for its size, capable of reaching exceptional engine speeds for the time.
Engine: 4-cylinder in-line DOHC (double overhead camshaft), water-cooled.
Displacement: 606 cc.
Power: 57 hp at 8,500 rpm.
Maximum engine speed: Redline at 9,500 rpm.
Fuel system: 4 Keihin carburetors.
Transmission: 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive via an innovative double chain drive system in an oil bath, acting as swingarms.
Weight: Approximately 730 kg (about 15 kg more than the roadster).
Top speed: 140 km/h.
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History
Sold new in Switzerland, one of the very few sold with left-hand drive from the factory.