Honda S2000 Review // When Hero Becomes Legend

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  • čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
  • The 2008 Honda S2000 CR ($100,000 USD current market price) is the more serious and track-focused rendition of the beloved S2000 roadster. Available in hard-top only, the Club Racer (CR) was intended to be driven hard at American racetracks - and then back home without a fuss or worry. To help achieve this, Honda improved the rigidity of the body and chassis, reduced overall weight, and added some new aero parts to reduce lift. Among other changes, such as wider tires, the CR made for the most extreme Honda S2000 to ever hit the American market. Thomas and James are excited to see what the Club Racer is all about. We hope you enjoy the episode! SUBSCRIBE!
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  • @jamesengelsman9369
    @jamesengelsman9369 Před 2 lety +3206

    Quick comment: The NC and ND Miata generations both have engines behind the front axle, like the S2K. Thomas was referring to when the S2K first came out. He just did a bad job of explaining it because apparently he doesn't want us to reach 2 million subscribers.

    • @MikeW739
      @MikeW739 Před 2 lety +96

      I stupidly wasn't subscribed, yet. I have corrected that oversight! Thank you for the amazing content all these years!

    • @keithprice6581
      @keithprice6581 Před 2 lety +25

      ok thanks, just subbed.

    • @damienlee1165
      @damienlee1165 Před 2 lety

      So it was an inside job then.

    • @farooqsheikh7080
      @farooqsheikh7080 Před 2 lety +27

      Please do a video on a 2004 Mazda rx8 , as a previous owner of that car I would say its a monster rotory car.

    • @box6982
      @box6982 Před 2 lety +12

      JAMES IN DA COMMENT SECTION.

  • @TheUsmc0802
    @TheUsmc0802 Před 2 lety +1649

    I worked at a Honda dealer in 2005 before I left for the Marine Corps. Super easy gig, the cars sold them selves. The dealership had a “test loop” comprised of back roads and highways. We had a used S2000 that we used as our test car whenever someone was looking at a new S2000. One day a gentleman came in and wanted the Blue S2 that we had on the floor but wasn’t sure. I proceeded to tske him to the test loop to seal the deal, he kept on shifting at 6000 RPM, darn thing wasn’t even into vtec yet. I asked him to get out, and than I drove it. I proceeded to beat it with in an inch of its life, 9k shifts for 10 minutes. The customer paid me cash for the floor model 20 minutes later. Epic cars.

    • @nova12332
      @nova12332 Před 2 lety +163

      that sounds like such a fun time to work. a nostalgic memory indeed

    • @vichs8457
      @vichs8457 Před 2 lety +23

      Nice story!

    • @johnconstantine2754
      @johnconstantine2754 Před 2 lety +32

      I was also selling at a Honda dealership in 2005 and we always had a hard time with the S2000. We had this same CR for almost a year in our showroom before selling it for invoice to a prison guard. I heard later that year he left it in a parking lot during a flood and totaled the car out.

    • @nova12332
      @nova12332 Před 2 lety

      @@johnconstantine2754 stupid prison guard

    • @richardnavratil9661
      @richardnavratil9661 Před 2 lety +74

      To be quite honest, if you're not used to really high revving cars, shifting at 6k rpm is already near the redline for most "normal" manuals, so I could forgive him.

  • @spektrograf
    @spektrograf Před 2 lety +116

    It will be forever my favorite car of all time despite having more "grown up" and supposedly "better" fast sports cars. My now sold S2k has been the only car that made me repeatedly irresponsible on public roads despite plenty of track time. It was the reason I sold it. Living between 6k-9k on the revs was my drug addiction that I had to kick to make sure I continued to live. I still hear the echos of the F20c at 9k through my T1R Sparrow exhaust. 😔❤️

    • @LOGEZZZZZBRO
      @LOGEZZZZZBRO Před rokem +4

      What’d you replace it with? I’ve had my AP2 for 2 years now and can’t imagine getting rid of it, but maybe that will change if I can ever afford a Porsche. I don’t think I’ll ever connect with another car the same again, even if I get something “better”.

  • @BoostAndRedline
    @BoostAndRedline Před 2 lety +10

    That random: “… and I’m James “ lol epic 😂😂😂

  • @carldawes4156
    @carldawes4156 Před 2 lety +786

    The S2000 was basically a Honda bike in car form. Truly an iconic car.

    • @clarksonoceallachain8536
      @clarksonoceallachain8536 Před 2 lety +19

      What about the honda S660

    • @joshuafallet5690
      @joshuafallet5690 Před 2 lety +29

      @@clarksonoceallachain8536 even better! just beyond impossible for any normal person to enjoy it.

    • @bwmcdonald96
      @bwmcdonald96 Před 2 lety +4

      Amen brother, I have a Honda rc51 and it feels very similar

    • @taylorc2542
      @taylorc2542 Před 2 lety +12

      Imagine if Honda had put in a 9k I6 that sounded like the old CBX bike.

    • @zhila5958
      @zhila5958 Před 2 lety +4

      @@taylorc2542 that thing sounded glorious as hell. i hope they legit make an NA high revving inline 6

  • @milkymike122
    @milkymike122 Před 2 lety +487

    S2K wasn't the fastest car I've ever driven, but I think it's still miles ahead from 95% of the sports car we have today.

    • @Wallstreetavarice
      @Wallstreetavarice Před 2 lety +16

      Agreed. It's why I've kept mine. I've driven and owned "better" cars, but as a toy meant to feel special and fast even though its really not, it HAS been the best.

    • @milkymike122
      @milkymike122 Před 2 lety +5

      @@Wallstreetavarice s2k really provides sensational connections everytime, congrats on having this amazing experience!

    • @taylorc2542
      @taylorc2542 Před 2 lety

      The main problem with the S2000 was the EPS.

    • @ImPlankinq
      @ImPlankinq Před 2 lety +3

      I own an FK8 and i absolutely love the car, would never sell it. But i drove my co workers S2k and WOW im buying one to be my second toy ill keep forever

    • @milkymike122
      @milkymike122 Před 2 lety +1

      @@ImPlankinq I’ve driven the FK8 too, great car, but S2k has that extra rear wheel drive punch haha, go for it!

  • @SilverScarletSpider
    @SilverScarletSpider Před 2 lety +94

    The title you chose for this S2000 video is spot on. Truly great work. “When hero becomes legend” truly does capture the Honda S2000 story. In it’s early years it was put up against the NB Miata, Toyota MR3, Porsche Boxster base, Nissan 350Z convertible, and base BMW Z3. Simply lovely.

    • @Eroze18
      @Eroze18 Před 2 lety +9

      MR2 not MR3

    • @hulkhatepunybanner
      @hulkhatepunybanner Před 2 lety +1

      *I thought they meant "Hiro." Because a car can be legendary but only people can be heroes.*

    • @Ninjasimpmunk
      @Ninjasimpmunk Před rokem +1

      in its early years it was going up against the NB miata, not the NC

  • @afterburn2600
    @afterburn2600 Před 2 lety +28

    As a 12-year owner of two yellow AP1 S2000s, this was a treat of a video. I miss mine immensely. My only consolation is it's likely I'll get another at some point. It was a stunningly good car. It was a rare drive that it didn't go all the way to 9000rpm, and it begged to do it each and every time. In those dozen years, the only mechanical fault I experienced was a bad MAP sensor. It provided thousands of miles of dependable, unadulterated fun.

    • @thaik56
      @thaik56 Před 2 měsíci

      What happened to it?

  • @Douwantapotato
    @Douwantapotato Před 2 lety +127

    Pre-S2000 ownership: another video!?? STOP I’ll never be able to afford one
    Current S2000 ownership: keep the videos coming boys

    • @fhowland
      @fhowland Před 2 lety +6

      Hahah same here

    • @noway6238
      @noway6238 Před 2 lety +2

      I sold mine years ago and its the only car ive owned that im yearning to get back. that shifter/clutch feel is legendary. crisp short shifts, no rev hangs, extremely easy to rev match. One of the few manual cars ive driven that didnt feel like a chore more of a reward.

    • @jakeleisure8326
      @jakeleisure8326 Před měsícem

      ​@@noway6238I actually sold mine and then bought it back 2 weeks later 😂
      It's gone up like 5k in value since then too. Best car decision I've made

  • @martinjamieson
    @martinjamieson Před 2 lety +347

    S2000s were about £5k back in 2012, now the same cars are £20k. If they avoid the mess Toyota made of the Supra, and steer clear of fitting an new NSX face to it, a second gen S2000 would be fantastically well received.
    *back in 2009... not sure where 2012 came from

    • @lordofkeebs8424
      @lordofkeebs8424 Před 2 lety +25

      How did the mk5 fail?

    • @radisnooker5
      @radisnooker5 Před 2 lety +41

      @@lordofkeebs8424 despite what toyota says the car is still a rebadged bmw at some level. The styling was also pretty polarizing (mmm, fake vents!). Also it didn't come with a manual at launch which kinda defeated the point

    • @yeshwantdasari2075
      @yeshwantdasari2075 Před 2 lety +60

      @@lordofkeebs8424 it didnt fail, its a pretty good sales sucess, much better than that of the MK4. People just hate change.
      and it now comes with a manual, so that point is moot

    • @endjfcar
      @endjfcar Před 2 lety +2

      @@radisnooker5 All that can be counter-argued very easily so idk what's your point. They are engineered different, styling is subjective, you can remove the covers of those vents so they are fuctional, and now they come with manual.

    • @iamthelaw69
      @iamthelaw69 Před 2 lety +6

      @@radisnooker5 You're clearly a keyboard racer. Come back when you have some money for something that's not powered by peddling.

  • @hockeyholic8
    @hockeyholic8 Před rokem +18

    I've owned an '04 AP2 for past 7 years. I don't think I've ever gotten out of it not smiling or eagerly excited to drive it again, I think that's the highest praise you can give a sports car. A car that exists entirely for pure fun and driving pleasure, I don't know if we'll ever see another like it with everyone chasing numbers. Numbers don't matter here, it's how it makes you feel.

  • @GlennsCarCollection
    @GlennsCarCollection Před 2 lety +5

    2004 Rio Yellow Pearl owner here. When people ask me why I keep buying S2ks, I’ve had three, is be because in a any modern car 100 mph feel like 60, with the top down in an S2000 60 mph feels like 100.

  • @Goob_V10
    @Goob_V10 Před 2 lety +468

    Just cause I feel like you guys will always deserve to hear it, this is seriously the best Automotive content on the platform, and absolutely is one of the best of all time. Literally not one video has been disappointing.

    • @NaturalMystic69
      @NaturalMystic69 Před 2 lety +4

      Gotta agree, IMO this channel is the next best thing to Top Gear, and I'm referring to the last great iteration of the original BBC show with Clarkson, May and Hammond (oh and can't forget the Stig!). 5th Gear is pretty good too though I haven't seen it in years.

    • @damnmillennials3913
      @damnmillennials3913 Před 2 lety +3

      You should check out Savage Geese as well. SG, Throttle House, and Hagerty are the only “car review” channels I watch now

    • @KCJbomberFTW
      @KCJbomberFTW Před 2 lety

      But hagerty tho

    • @Unicornpirate
      @Unicornpirate Před 2 lety +3

      Throttle House, Hagerty, Gears and Gasoline, Smoking Tire, Carfection, and Savage Geese.
      My go to for automotive content.

  • @aPxPredator1
    @aPxPredator1 Před 2 lety +474

    Watching this as I type. You guys, including your production team are the best in the game. You guys remind me of why I’m so passionate about cars of all types! The way you describe the experience is spot on.

    • @TheMachRider
      @TheMachRider Před 2 lety +8

      Whatever these guys leave in the table Savagegeese mops up the rest. For different reasons: these guys sell the lighter side of the experience and Savagegeese dives a little colder and little more technical.
      The banter between these two is what makes it.

    • @Repsolrider69
      @Repsolrider69 Před 2 lety +5

      Very reminiscent of old school top gear.

    • @Danificationization
      @Danificationization Před 2 lety +1

      I wouldn't say best at all that'd without question have to go to Jason camissa and hagerty for production and everything else but they're very good x

    • @richardnavratil9661
      @richardnavratil9661 Před 2 lety

      It's like if Top Gear (old/original crew) became slightly less irritating (at times), but kept the passion and silliness.
      These guys need to make a full movie.

  • @WarriorsPhoto
    @WarriorsPhoto Před 2 lety +16

    There's nothing like the sound of Honda's VTEC engines. (:

  • @USMCbrantley
    @USMCbrantley Před 2 lety +3

    I use to own a 2004 AP2 sebring silver. Installed K&N FIPK, invidia test pipe, j racing exhaust, and did a 2inch drop with koni yellow and ebach springs. Powder coated the wheels a bronze like color.
    Man what a car unbelievable. Never going to forget S2Ki Dragon Ball runs and the local SCCA Autocrossing events.
    This car always put a smile on my face no matter what, its hands down the best car I ever driven and owned.
    Nothing beats the joy you get from this car with the top down hitting the twisties shifting in and out of V-TEC. Its truly nothing but pure joy.

  • @302racing3
    @302racing3 Před 2 lety +114

    This car showed up in the NSX review. Love this foreshadowing thing guys!

    • @Sleepy_spartan717
      @Sleepy_spartan717 Před 2 lety +8

      I caught that as well. I was hoping this would get a feature. I drove a cr when they are on dealer lots way back. Talk about a glorious experience. Even my father, who was in his 40s then, absolutely loved it.

    • @ApexClubRacer
      @ApexClubRacer Před 2 lety +1

      Agreed! I was hoping they would review it after its cameo in the nsx video. Best raw experience I’ve ever owned.

    • @ConnorHammond
      @ConnorHammond Před 2 lety

      Looking forward to seeing why they had the LFA again.

  • @nanasguy
    @nanasguy Před 2 lety +9

    as an s2000 owner, this video bring me joy

  • @bige7186
    @bige7186 Před 2 lety +10

    In my opinion I think an s2000 looks cooler than a Porsche 918 seeing s2000s on the street look rare n exotic that’s just me 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @Aspireonthego
    @Aspireonthego Před 2 lety +41

    The S2000 is an impeccable sports car. 9k redline and truly the best shifters I’ve experienced, it’s not fast by modern standards but it’s all in the experience. It looks better than any Miata in my opinion as well.

    • @obsoletecd-rom
      @obsoletecd-rom Před 6 měsíci

      Modern standards are ridiculous. Nothing is more fun than a car that handles well that you can actually wring out. It’s like my bmws1000rr. I sold it for a husqvarna super moto. I can enjoy the husqvarna without always thinking I’m going to die.

  • @projectanmu4546
    @projectanmu4546 Před 2 lety +88

    i love my s2000, its a keeper for sure nomatter how high the price goes, its the car i fell in love with

    • @hellfire08
      @hellfire08 Před 2 lety +3

      Same. I’ve owned 11 over the years but the one I have now is my forever car

    • @thisguy8100
      @thisguy8100 Před 2 lety +1

      I'm only bummed I can't ever afford another so my current one doesn't have to take all the miles. 191000k miles and 8 trips across the USA( delivered pizza in it too)

    • @ROmaniac21
      @ROmaniac21 Před 2 lety

      Yeah, that 2.0 can be a real gas guzzler.

    • @ItalianKick
      @ItalianKick Před 2 lety +2

      @@ROmaniac21 2.0? Must be an AP1 then.

    • @ROmaniac21
      @ROmaniac21 Před 2 lety

      @@ItalianKick yes. The AP2 can't even be owned these days, the gas prices are InSaNe 😏

  • @rickybobby7549
    @rickybobby7549 Před 2 lety +145

    He’s got over 100k under the hood. The Jetta can take him!

    • @Sleepy_spartan717
      @Sleepy_spartan717 Před 2 lety +7

      Maybe in a straight line. But nobody cares about a Jetta. This s2k will eat it up around any set of twisties and looks a million times better.

    • @T1mboSlicce
      @T1mboSlicce Před 2 lety +82

      @@Sleepy_spartan717 I think you missed the reference.

    • @Sleepy_spartan717
      @Sleepy_spartan717 Před 2 lety +21

      @@T1mboSlicce no, I caught the f&f reference. Lol. But it was after the fact. I haven’t had my coffee yet 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️😂

    • @Devin.Kurant
      @Devin.Kurant Před 2 lety +44

      @@Sleepy_spartan717 Too soon, junior.

    • @dumanimjo609
      @dumanimjo609 Před 2 lety +21

      @@Sleepy_spartan717 Still a buster...

  • @SendItMediaCo
    @SendItMediaCo Před 2 lety +6

    I currently own two s2000’s, one of them a GPW CR and they are absolutely amazing cars. I will hold onto my CR as long as I live.

  • @viveklego
    @viveklego Před 2 lety +8

    This is my dream car. Not the fastest, rarest or most expensive but it has exactly what I want in a car, and have longed after it for years

  • @MarkSpurrell
    @MarkSpurrell Před 2 lety +507

    Such a stunning car, it has aged so incredibly well. Awesome work on this video guys! Always love watching new S2k videos, and you did it justice!

    • @ChristofferLund
      @ChristofferLund Před 2 lety +2

      Sup Mark. Fun to see you here

    • @rebeltvr6046
      @rebeltvr6046 Před 2 lety +2

      Hondas generally age really well. My 2012 Accord Coupe still turns heads.

  • @310chris18
    @310chris18 Před 2 lety +8

    I have a 2006 s2k and I love it always puts a smile on my face and she only has 47k miles so I get to enjoy her for many years to come.

    • @spokavegas
      @spokavegas Před 2 lety +1

      i have an '05 with 7,000 miles. life gets in the way and i have to drive my SUV more. hence the low miles. the most boring car in the world-2010 Highlander hybrid. Soap bar Mom car.

    • @310chris18
      @310chris18 Před 2 lety

      @@spokavegas lol 😂

  • @RatherBeTraveling
    @RatherBeTraveling Před 2 lety +9

    I love my S2K 2007. Had 3 of them... I haven't driven anything south of 100K that would even start me thinking of getting something else.

  • @junebugg5475
    @junebugg5475 Před 2 lety +6

    First car I ever purchased was an 06 AP2. Black on red. I learned how to drive stick with it. I LOVED that car. Crashed it. I still think about it. Perhaps I’ll buy another one in the future as a project. Favorite car I’ve owned, it’s truly a great vehicle. Great vid guys

  • @williambellisIII
    @williambellisIII Před 2 lety +17

    One of the greatest. Never selling mine. An aggressive drive on a proper road is like drinking a double espresso and riding a roller coaster at the same time (somehow). Love it.

  • @Ficon
    @Ficon Před 2 lety +80

    Honda has lost their core competency of naturally-aspirated high-revving engines. The new S2000 would have a 1.5 turbo 4 with a 6500 rpm redline and it would play the old S2000 noises through the speakers, just like the Si does.

    • @sylvaind.6786
      @sylvaind.6786 Před 2 lety

      Stupid comment

    • @Neanderthal75
      @Neanderthal75 Před 2 lety +1

      My first experience with those (high revving engines) was a 1989 or 90 Acura Integra. Friend souped it up nicely keeping it tasteful but boy it sounded good ! Next the 93 Accord with the manual.. these cars were a pleasure to rev up, they almost begged the driver to do it.

    • @exothermal.sprocket
      @exothermal.sprocket Před 2 lety +2

      And have rev-hang wide enough to bridge the Pacific Ocean.

    • @JSPHTRS
      @JSPHTRS Před 2 lety +2

      No, Honda is still going strong in performance but car manufacturer have to abide to environmental regulation and EPA MPG protocols.

    • @Ficon
      @Ficon Před 2 lety +4

      @@JSPHTRS Nothing says performance like 7-second “hot hatches” priced against 5-second competition.

  • @alejandro_apodaca_
    @alejandro_apodaca_ Před 2 lety +28

    I love the bowling ball analogy for explaining the benefits of a mid engine setup. Great video as always!

    • @fogboundturtle
      @fogboundturtle Před 2 lety +1

      The S2K is front mid. not mid engine like the Porsche Boxster.

    • @Biriadan
      @Biriadan Před 2 lety +5

      @@fogboundturtle to be pendantic the boxster is rear-mid. Anything with the engine entirely between the axles is a mid engine car.

    • @exothermal.sprocket
      @exothermal.sprocket Před 2 lety +2

      Funny though, Porsche has the bowling ball on the end of a long stick, hanging off the back. But not many complain the 911 turbo doesn't handle very well.

    • @alejandro_apodaca_
      @alejandro_apodaca_ Před 2 lety

      @@exothermal.sprocket true, 911’s have a short wheelbase, I suppose the dynamics are better with a bowling ball hanging off the back end rathe than the front. Plus a little suspension and chassis magic

  • @oesoy
    @oesoy Před 2 lety +34

    I love that this CR isn't being treated like a garage queen. Although, there was a very low mile CR sold on Bring a Trailer for $200k!!!! I guess I'd have to get two.

    • @Riknos
      @Riknos Před rokem +1

      with only 8k miles on it, I'd say it definitely is being treated like a garage queen

  • @am0eba168
    @am0eba168 Před 2 lety +4

    "And I am James"
    Yes James you are

  • @fastboy177
    @fastboy177 Před 2 lety +8

    What an awesome video! As an AP2 owner, I've been looking for the right ways to explain "slow-car-fast" to muscle car bros who don't understand the fun of something like this because it isn't fast in a straight line. You did an excellent job explaining the daily amount of fun I have just making the daily commute in my S2k. Excellent video as always

  • @lavere
    @lavere Před 2 lety +20

    As a proud s2000 owner, I approve this message

  • @alanbarrese456
    @alanbarrese456 Před 2 lety +13

    Excellent video gents! I had wondered when you'd cover the Legendary S2000. It truly is one of Honda's best machines, and a pleasure to own. This very car was the reason I became an automotive engineer, it had that much of an impact on my life. I'm going to get buried in mine when I die.

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  • @coordsportgmbh5728
    @coordsportgmbh5728 Před 2 lety +16

    The level of communication between the driver and the rear differential is what impressed me most. 100% a drivers car.

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      @marcosbravo87 Před rokem +1

      Could not agree more as owner of a Silverstone 06 with HKS hyper max GT IV coilovers and HKS high power cat back

  • @zpzp96
    @zpzp96 Před 2 lety +6

    I love S2000s and I owned two. I sold my CR but I still have my stock AP2. I am not selling my S2000 and keeping it forever. I might buy another one to modify the heck out of it though.

  • @rjkStudios
    @rjkStudios Před 2 lety +1

    Great work, gentlemen! Fantastic that you now get out to film on location across the continent. Congratulations on the hard work and well earned success! The channel has come a long way from the early days of me noticing that you guys filmed on the local Ontario backroads that I've been driving on with my MR2 for the last 15 years. I always enjoyed being like, "I know where that road is!", and I now I enjoy even more seeing such views as shown here in this video. Totally awesome! I don't watch every TH video, but ones like this with older JDM cars are my "must watch" cup of tea. 😎👍

  • @socalmrt
    @socalmrt Před 2 lety +4

    I'm so glad you reviewed the S2000. It is the one car that I failed to own in its prime. I worked for Honda for a short time and always believed this car was awesome even when it was underpowered by other cars at that time. The noise of the engine roaring to redline, the accurate handling, light chassis, and close gear shifting make it a fun and addicting car to drive.

  • @jacobrev6567
    @jacobrev6567 Před 2 lety +9

    Honda S2000 sounds amazing

  • @cabeallen1277
    @cabeallen1277 Před 2 lety +9

    I have owned two AP2 (non-CR) versions. Absolutely the most fun I've had in a car. The design is timeless, the driving experience so rewarding. I had to sell out of necessity, but it is definitely a huge regret. Especially considering the selling prices these days.

  • @kyleinman2157
    @kyleinman2157 Před 2 lety +1

    233,000 miles on my ‘03 AP1…still running strong

  • @Cloud00
    @Cloud00 Před 2 lety +2

    Grew up watching top gear… the best praise I can find for this channel is that it has the same energy and feeds the hole top gear left. Keep up the great work

  • @deanchamblin2160
    @deanchamblin2160 Před 2 lety +5

    Had a 2003 S2K for about 10 years, added an Invidia high performance exhaust and a K&N CAI and the fun was on. The VTech kicking in around 5500 rpm was pure joy. One fun car to drive, I kick myself for selling it.

  • @binskee677
    @binskee677 Před 2 lety +3

    Above the center glove box there is also a hidden box above it you guy‘s missed it ;)

  • @bjj5746
    @bjj5746 Před 2 lety +3

    Sold mine 3 years ago for $14k with 80k miles...tried buy another one recently and can't find anything decent under $20k. lol. These videos don't help to keep the prices down. But love that people are appreciating these cars more.

  • @bbq8282
    @bbq8282 Před 2 lety +3

    Got one myself with 58k miles factory stock and original owned.👍🏼

  • @jorman915
    @jorman915 Před 2 lety +4

    Keep up the great work! Your journalism is so amazing and comedic

  • @t1328
    @t1328 Před 2 lety +4

    Absolutely brilliant again. Great video, great production quality.

  • @MrDavekov
    @MrDavekov Před 2 lety +1

    Guys this video is beautifully shot and put together. Bloody marvelous.

  • @papel_pe
    @papel_pe Před 2 lety +2

    Just adding to the praise...
    Every. Single. Video. Is as good as I hope it is! How do you guys deliver on such a a constant basis? I dont know. Do I care? No.
    Just great reviews, videos, commentary, comedy and production value.
    Thanks and congratulations.

  • @MatthewGaither
    @MatthewGaither Před 2 lety +6

    The S2000 will always have a place in the heart of the car enthusiast. I too would love to see Honda bring this back with updates and I also think they could nail it.

  • @5.0_meatballmarinara
    @5.0_meatballmarinara Před 2 lety +7

    I remember their (s2000) early years. I raced one with my 2005 350z. good race at the time. Very fun cars

  • @joshuadoland5479
    @joshuadoland5479 Před 2 lety +2

    Ever since I was 12 I've wanted one of these. This vid has rekindled my love of the s2000. About to duck down the bank and get an extension on the student loan, and jump an craigs list

  • @j_mars_cars
    @j_mars_cars Před 2 lety +2

    It would be cool to see this Honda video nudge you guys past 2 million subs. Keep it up guys!

  • @alancychoy
    @alancychoy Před 2 lety +3

    Happy for you guys, not that many people could drive a museum grade NSX and then another museum grade S2000 back to back

  • @jalendass2001
    @jalendass2001 Před 2 lety +3

    As someone who owns a S2K this video did it justice for sure! Great job

  • @uncles2000
    @uncles2000 Před 2 lety +3

    Of all the performance cars I’ve owned, my 04 S2000 is the one I regret selling the most.

  • @Leoperedia
    @Leoperedia Před 2 lety +1

    The video we’ve been waiting for and you guys killed it!!!👍💯

  • @revnto7k
    @revnto7k Před 2 lety +13

    Beautiful!! I love the S2000 and genuinely think its one of the best cars of all time, I have only driven an AP1 but I'd absolutely love to own one. Also Honda ownership is uneventful and the same is for this car, amazing thing really!

  • @spmoore3954
    @spmoore3954 Před 2 lety +6

    Thanks for this one, guys. I love when this car gets some love. I owned a 2002 for many years and in spite of owning several other sports cars since, the S2000 remains the most rewarding driving experience of them all. Not the fastest. Not the most capable on the racetrack. Just exciting to drive. The soul of a 600cc sportbike wrapped in a package that doesn't need a kickstand.

  • @michaelfrailey4902
    @michaelfrailey4902 Před 2 lety +5

    Owned an ap1 a few years back. One of the most fun cars I’ve ever owned.

  • @newton2105
    @newton2105 Před 2 lety +1

    You guys are creeping up on 2 million subscribers. Well deserved as your content is top notch

  • @Edge-mv3jw
    @Edge-mv3jw Před 2 lety +3

    Miss the S2000z I remember riding in one when I was little when my dad was doing a test drive. Was so much fun and I wish they brought it back.

  • @Fluterra
    @Fluterra Před 2 lety +4

    I love the knock on the manual GT4/Spyder - inexcusable for Porsche to hobble it with such tall gears.

  • @Victorvictorly
    @Victorvictorly Před 2 lety +2

    I just bought this car 2 months ago and absolutely love this car. Its been my dream car ever since I was in high school and I finally saved up enough money to buy one. With the prices of S2Ks going up I knew I had to buy one now before they get out of my price range. I just got a 2001 AP1 in White with a tan interior for 14k, 176k on chasis and 2k on rebuilt motor. My goodness this car is so much fun to drive with the top down. Previous owner added a K&N intake and Invidia Q300 exhuast...let me tell you with the top down reving up to 9k rpms theres nothing like it. You can hear the engine breathe whenever it hits VTEC at 6k RPMs and up. The car just begs you to rev it up when you're under 6k rpms. It brings a smile to my face every time I drive it and would reccomend buying this car if you ever wanted one. Seriously a RWD Honda that has 240 HP stock that revs up to 9k RPMs is legendary...don't get me wrong I love my K, H, and B series engines but the F series motor is so unique. This car isn't the fastest but it is most fun to drive all the time. If I wanted fast I could buy a newer car with more HP but thats not what this car is all about. Trust me buy this car, put the top down, rev it up to 9k or 8.2k on the AP2 and you'll understand what I mean.
    If you buy one please cherish these cars, they are only getting rarer to find in good condition. Many for sale are salvaged title going up to 20k on fb marketplace and offer up. Even one on offer up that was gutted with hentai anime stickers and wasn't well maintained sold for 20k.

  • @justinmathieson6298
    @justinmathieson6298 Před 2 lety +1

    Lately the videos have been unbelievable, great job guys!

  • @StevenKrug
    @StevenKrug Před 2 lety +5

    I remember sitting in an S2000 at an auto show when they first came out and completely dismissing it because I was too tall for it. Boy was I wrong. Would kill for one now, lol.

  • @dreamdrivedrift
    @dreamdrivedrift Před 2 lety +3

    Have one. Other cars will come and go around it. But it will stay. It is my definitive reference for a raw roadster / drivers car, it makes you feel like an absolute hero.

  • @rafaelsheffey7247
    @rafaelsheffey7247 Před 2 lety +2

    It’s dope you worked your butt off to afford those nice cars & now making a solid living on CZcams reviewing car ! Keep going bro 😎

  • @sizo32gaming
    @sizo32gaming Před 2 lety +1

    Intro Sound, I was waiting for Randy to yell "SAVAGE!" 🔥
    Rip Randy Savage 🕊️

  • @csn10
    @csn10 Před 2 lety +3

    Black Betty... perfect analogy!!

  • @omaralkayal7598
    @omaralkayal7598 Před 2 lety +4

    1:00 😂
    absolutely loved that transition their

  • @BrianWilking
    @BrianWilking Před 2 lety +1

    Your content is my favorite on CZcams. Thanks for the great content.

  • @ricardorodriguez5549
    @ricardorodriguez5549 Před rokem +1

    Reminds me of how much fun I had driving my 2005 XRS with the six speed manual. So. Much. Fun.

  • @GlennsCarCollection
    @GlennsCarCollection Před 2 lety +5

    Great video. I have been waiting for this. Never owned a CR but i’ve owned 3 AP2 S2000s. My current iRio Yellow Pearl is a keeper. This and the E46 M3 are the best bang for the buck when you factor in price and I would give the edge to the S2K due to reliability and less maintenance. Buy one while you still can

  • @Dirty_Dan205
    @Dirty_Dan205 Před 2 lety +3

    I saw one of these yesterday on the road but in a light blue it was really beautiful

  • @richardnavratil9661
    @richardnavratil9661 Před 2 lety

    I'll join others in commenting about the content you guys put out being fantastic. You and savagegeese are my two favorite YT channels on reviews, but you have the best blend of enough technical to scratch the itch, yet keep it silly and you relay the passion for driving better than anyone. When my uncle picked up a used yellow S2000 about 5 years ago, we kind of saw that as a silly move, but now he's probably really happy with his investment!
    By the way, you guys need to make a full on movie (a la Grand Tour or something), I'd pay to watch it on YT.

  • @noltyy
    @noltyy Před 8 měsíci

    It captures so well the essence of the driving experience, so whenever I can't drive mine, I come back to rewatch this video. My 2006 S2000 is also yellow, but here in the EU it still revs to 9K. It's my dream car. Think of a spring or an autumn day, a twisted mountain road, rev the engine, move through the gears, hear the addictive VTEC sing, feel the wind in your hair and smell the fresh air. You're one with the car, smiling like a kid. Pure happiness!

  • @ItalianKick
    @ItalianKick Před 2 lety +3

    I can’t tell you how often I get asked “how much for your car” when I take the S out. The car has been one of my joys since 07’ and will never be for sale

  • @OscarA5824
    @OscarA5824 Před 2 lety +3

    it took me some time to like the S2000. Once I did, I swiftly fell in love with it, and wanted one... I waited for you to make a video on one and now.... Now I don't want one.
    I need one.
    Thank you

  • @giancarlorios4992
    @giancarlorios4992 Před 2 lety +1

    I love owning a s2000, they’re always making new videos about them and they’re just as fun to watch everytime

  • @Chris-cv6wy
    @Chris-cv6wy Před 2 lety +2

    Hadn't realised how short the gearing was on these, very appealing

  • @nirajshuklaNL
    @nirajshuklaNL Před 2 lety +6

    Almost 2 million!!!

  • @danmatzner4694
    @danmatzner4694 Před 2 lety +11

    Throttle House is an extremely entertaining and expertly presented fun channel.
    Having regularly driven the S2000 in period that VTEC and 9000 RPM redline was tremendous

  • @Xxyion86
    @Xxyion86 Před 2 lety

    Love you guys finally reviewed this car. I just sold my S2000 in preparation for a new car but this was my dream car for a long time and i had many happy miles in it.

  • @Phong7080
    @Phong7080 Před 2 lety +1

    You guys always have the best introductions. I love them

  • @JDMEXforme
    @JDMEXforme Před 2 lety +3

    "This fool is running a Honda 2000"
    Makes me love my 8200rpm B16a swapped EK even more. Its a daily and a track car and i can still haul cargo. Everything is easy to fix its small lightweight and nimble.

  • @prestonkelly9156
    @prestonkelly9156 Před 2 lety +5

    This is arguably the most underrated JDM ever, what a brilliant car. It's one of the very few roadsters I'd actually want to own. Quality video from you guys as usual.

    • @z32luvr
      @z32luvr Před 2 lety +3

      Underrated?

    • @lw1878
      @lw1878 Před 2 lety +6

      It was never underrated. LOL

    • @prestonkelly9156
      @prestonkelly9156 Před 2 lety +2

      Compared to the more popular JDMS, yes it is and underrated is not a bad thing, I honestly feel like it doesn't get the praise it deserves, maybe where I'm from because they rare.

    • @PURENT
      @PURENT Před 2 lety +3

      @@prestonkelly9156 The car's current price tag shows no signs of it being underrated.

  • @mr.hernandezdrives
    @mr.hernandezdrives Před 2 lety +1

    at lastttt!! yess, you guys did it properly in the canyons, top down and focused alot on driving and making a case for a new one.. i honestly want the old blueprints out, the honda team to say okay how can we update this and make it better? keep this weight, stay with the revv nature engine maybe update it a bit NA, update things in the interior so anyone can drive it and revise headlights and tailights to fool us that is a moder thing.. keep those fenders, keep the hood.. great episode 👏👌

  • @rutigerescobar3827
    @rutigerescobar3827 Před 2 lety +2

    I test drove a brand new ap1 back in 2001. Being a dyed-in-the-wool honda guy, I fell in love. Since then I have owned 2, an ap1, and ap2. I've also owned/own much higher end and higher performance vehicles. But my heart always goes back to s2k. An absolute pure driver's road machine, hands down.

  • @jonmuir13
    @jonmuir13 Před 2 lety +5

    If the Miata is mmmbop, a g wagon is “move bitch get out the way,” than the s2000 is “black Betty” well said.

  • @lrs3
    @lrs3 Před 2 lety +50

    The S2000 has to be one of the greatest sports cars ever, it's fun, looks good, revs to 9000, and is somehow still (at the moment) relatively attainable

  • @sleepeatdrive7619
    @sleepeatdrive7619 Před 2 lety +1

    I sold my 987.2 Porsche Boxster to buy a AP1 S2000, NO REGRETS!!! The Porsche was great but the S2000 really connects with your soul like no other. I will never sell it, it now has 119,000 miles and will CONTINUE to get more!!

  • @thebengardneryoutubechannel

    Production value is so so good, well done guys