87GT Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 I am looking for a 00 or 01. Mileage shouldnt be an issue as I know these things will run forever. Hard part is finding one that some young kid hasnt already beat on. I should be able to grab one for under 10k I would think. I suggest staying away from the internet to find one. All I have seen on cars.com autotrader.com local honda boards are all modified. Do you have no interest in buying a new one ? You can always get the CR edition and be the envy of everyone on here lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 I drove one back in '01...really fun car. I wouldn't hesitate getting one if I didn't already think that a C5 convertible is a better value for a little more money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam1647545489 Posted February 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 I drove one back in '01...really fun car. I wouldn't hesitate getting one if I didn't already think that a C5 convertible is a better value for a little more money. If I went for a c5 convert, I would be ordering parts from IPS on a daily basis. This is why I think i will keep away from that. Before you knew it i would be rocking a 600rwhp daily driver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODoyle Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Same with any car.. Not Daewoo's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 (edited) Sam I can't link from this webpage but http://automobiles.honda.com Search for certified used cars and select s2000 and put in columbus ohio zip code. Those cars are new 2005 and greater but they barely have any miles on it. I suggest going this route if you want a stock one that wasn't beat on. Just trying to help out. Edited February 25, 2009 by 87GT forgot to add a step Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrousbird Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Sam, I know you aren't as tall as me, but I found it roomy compared to the Z3/Z4, Boxter, SLK, Solsitice/Sky, and Miata. Interior seemed nice enough, though not as nice as any of the competition. I even like the styling of the car. I would personally want to swap out that motor. It's got the bottom end power of a rotary. At that year point, I think you would be well served to at least look and test drive a Boxter, SLK, and Z3 or Z4 (I found the Solstice had too many blind spots to make a happy daily driver). No harm in at least looking at one to see if you simply like them better. I haven't driven a Boxter or Z3, but the Z4 impressed me in terms of it being a reasonable daily driver. I really liked the hard top and ride of the SLK...leg room could have been better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbotrio Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 If I went for a c5 convert, I would be ordering parts from IPS on a daily basis. This is why I think i will keep away from that. Before you knew it i would be rocking a 600rwhp daily driver. You have no idea how bad I want to put a LSx in a S2000 -- BUY IT !!! Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam1647545489 Posted February 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 You have no idea how bad I want to put a LSx in a S2000 -- BUY IT !!! Jeff Oh no, listen lets not get any crazy ideas in my head please. Joe, I will check out a few of the other cars you mentioned. It will be after tax time before I buy one anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragknee66 Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Ive always liked them as well. I would buy one for a daily yup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye1647545503 Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Lsx S2000 !!!!!!!!! DO IT !!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 If I went for a c5 convert, I would be ordering parts from IPS on a daily basis. This is why I think i will keep away from that. Before you knew it i would be rocking a 600rwhp daily driver. I hear ya, but I would also submit that the same drive to mod the C5 'vert will rear it's ugly head when you have the S2k. Therefore, both cars would be great platforms: the Honda is a good 400lbs lighter than the Corvette ('01 C5 vert [3200] vs. '01 S2k [2800]) and looks a little better. But, The Vette has a great aftermarket following, is just as reliable, and is more powerful. I know you had a C5, but the 'verts are sexy in my book. Plus, fleaBay's got a ton of low-mi stockers and lightly modified examples for cheap... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Yep! You know him huh. He's got an A4 now. I know his brother, rode in that car a few times. Sam-Grassroots motorsports did a good writeup on it ie what to look for strong points year to year differences, etc, resources. Wasn't too long ago, I may be able to find it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6 Speed S4 Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Do it. Good gas mileage and sharp lookin car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linc5.0 Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 I know his brother, rode in that car a few times. Joey, I know him well too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorne Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Noooo, I wanna keep it stock. I would only do something to help it get more gas mileage. Electric super charger huh. I like where this is going. I herd the Turbonator intake also helps gas milage. And these special magnets for the fuel lines. Were going have that thing getting better mpg then a insight! For some reason when I see s2000 the driver well not sam. Some better choices Porche Boxster BMW z3 MB slk230 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWill Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b76/andycabby/cleans2k2jz.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boosted98gst Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b76/andycabby/cleans2k2jz.jpg looks like its at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2highpsi Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 For some reason when I see s2000 the driver well not sam. Some better choices Porche Boxster BMW z3 MB slk230 I second the Boxster. Those things are going for dirt cheap anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2highpsi Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 One for under 10k Autotrader this one is more pimp, and no CEL for 10,900 autotrader 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Main3s Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 For some reason when I see s2000 the driver well not sam. Some better choices Porche Boxster BMW z3 MB slk230 Do Not Want :thumbdown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTHER91 Posted February 26, 2009 Report Share Posted February 26, 2009 if you get one do not be suprised if i ware it for MANTIES Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbird Posted February 26, 2009 Report Share Posted February 26, 2009 Sam I would look into the 2002's or 2003's. They have a glass rear window as opposed to the plastic or whatever material it is in the earlier years. The plastic (or whatever), had a tendancy to get all dirty looking, and sometimes crack, I'm also not sure if the glass has defrost or not. Also the 02/03's have a slightly better sound system with more speakers, instead of just two. Last but not least there are some suspension refinements, and transmission adjustments present in the 02/03's that aren't there in the earlier models. This way you get the some of the creature comforts of the AP2, while retaining the 9000rpm redline. Just my .02 cents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neonkiller Posted February 26, 2009 Report Share Posted February 26, 2009 I will tow you home when the rear end falls out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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