s2000

Hi
Anyone out there have any big complaints or comments about the Honda s2000.
I am close to going for one over a more pratical WRX si or EVO.
PS: I am old and drive like an old fart most of the time, but who can
resist a re visit to the speed of the mid 1960's

 

My impression of the S2000 is that if you want power and speed out of that
motor, you really gotta rev it high. It redlines at like 9500rpms.

 

It's like Car & Driver's April fool's review of the FMC Log Skidder, "the
ride is rough but the seat is hard". The S2000 is difficult to compare to
almost any other sports car. The chassis is superb for a rag-top and its
price, the engine screams over 5000 rpm (and is lethargic below) and the
build quality can't be beat. The problem is (IMHO) that it is too much
automobile for dawdling around town; it belongs on a race track. I'm old as
well and prefer the modern MR2. A Miata is OK if you don't have long legs.
The big plus with the S2000 is that it is a high-status ride. Your friends
will envy you even as they have concluded that you've lost your mind How
about a '59 TR3?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1959-Triumph-TR3-A-FULLY-RESTORED_W0QQitemZ4569684055QQcategoryZ6469QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

I've driven one and like it. Ergonomically it fits me well. I have
been toying with the idea with buying one and the only real issue I
have is that it is 100% made in Japan.

Maybe I'll buy a used one that's a year old?

 

why is that an issue?

 

I'm 64 and drive a 01 Prelude 5 spd. I could easily move into a S2000,
except the Prelude is a little more practical. The Acura RSX S is also a
good alternative. But, cars like this should be driven -- run em up into
the VTEC at least daily.

 

I generally only buy vehicles from N. America. You know, keep it in
the family...

 

Socialist labour unions, artificially making vehicles more expensive
by forcing wage deals for people at a level not in line with their
levels of education and experiance.

I have quie a few friends who've got family working in car assembly
plants elsewhere - the ford Escort/jag x-type plant in liverpol, and
the vauxhall plant in ellesmere port (which includes the GM V6 engine
plant) and they wish they were being paid as much as the unionised US
auto assemblers. I looked into applying for work at the taurus plant
in atlanta, but i really didn't like the working enviroment there. A
very bad atmosphere. I'll go for a japan-assembled car any time - the
work enviroment is much better, less hostiility in the air, less
friction between the tiers, and people work better in such
enviroments.

 

Good. That'll work out fine for you.

 

Fantastic, you made my day


miner.-

 

I was thinking more like a 1969 Datsun 2000.

I sat in the S2000 at the dealer, and while it might be a hoot to
drive on the open road, the idea of driving it in traffic seems almost
bizarre. When I see one on the freeway beside me, I always look
carefully to see what kind of a goofball is driving. It's the
automotive equivalent of a speedo, I'm not sure it's what looks good
on old farts like me, too.

J.

 

I believe that's called an Italian tuneup. Had to rev my old Alfa to
the redline just to get to 60mph in ten seconds. Ah, those were the
days!

J.

 

If you believe what you typed above, you're delusional...


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Care to explain why? If I gave you a list of the last ten cars I've
owned, you'd see that I DO only buy cars from N. America, with the
possible exception of a piece of crap Starion, where I have no idea
where it was hatched...

 

My mind was lost at birth in the early 50's, which puts me in the same
place as then, so to speak. "Automotive equivalent of a speedo", Hey, you
should be a paid writer! That is right up there with "Horse head in the bed"
as far as imagery goes. If I get an S2000 I will not drive it without
wearing very dark sunglasses and sucking my gut in at stop signs.
Thanks J

 

I have an 06. In 04 they torqued up and regeared I find it civilized enough
for everyday use, and fast, responsive and a little nuts if you keep it
above 6500 rpm (second cam zone) Had a couple Preludes, nice rides, but
dont miss the torque steer