The Honda S2000. Why I Drive This 15 Year Old Car.
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If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up.
Indestructible, super fun and universally popular. I’m on my second one and have been driving these cars for 12 years.
Love the Ferris Bueller quote. "It is so choice..."
"You don't need a lot of power to have fun."
Now THATS what I'm talking about. Better drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow
i want a stock 1998 supra twin turbo as a daily driver
I'm running an 07'. It only has 65k on the clock. I recently supercharged it with a KW kit. I was worried it would ruin things but man did it not. The car is a complete blast to drive now.
I have no regrets with my 02 s2K, best car ever owned and never gets old.
My Red 2001 AP1 is 19 years old and runs like a Swiss watch. So I get it.
It's kind of crazy to think that newer regulations hinder manufacturers from making a car like this anymore.. enjoy the AP1!
I also have a red ‘01 AP1. Occasional interior rattles notwithstanding, mechanically it’s rock solid. And I just bought a brand new ND2 MX-5.
Now, guess which car gets my one-car garage space... the 19 year old with swirl marks and rock chips or the shiny new toy? Yep, you know it.
@@namyu5379 both fantastic choices!
I’m waiting for a red s2000 to pop up for sale, there are no red ones for sale in Australia
@@REVlogue what sort of regulations are hindering manufacturers? Just wondering 👍🏼
This is my dream car. Soo clean
I literally just picked an AP1 just 2 weeks ago with 60K and it looks and drives like no other car I've driven in recent years, which is exactly the reason I got it. I have a B9 RS5 that I daily and quite frankly no matter how fast it is on paper it just can't live up to this Hondas generation of vehicles. I've had many sporty cars and I'm always wanting the older generation feel as everything has become numb and techno-laden these days. I have been searching for a while and the 9000 rpm engine was a must for me as there are limited automobiles that can actually rev that high, especially in a world where nothing is unique anymore and the same turbo engine can be used in an entire lineup with just a different tune.
I really appreciated your video as we seem to share the same views on this matter.
RS5 is a nice car :) but yes, it seems like all enthusiasts are asking for the same thing when it comes to driving feel, yet marketing has its "numbers" and standards they have to match up to... Thank you so much for checking out the video.
Great review of the S2000. I've owned my 2004 Rio Yellow S2000 for 10 years. I love how pure it is. I really can't seem to find another car that would replace it.
Had my first ap1 a week now, im obsessed with it it truly lives up to the hype what a pedigree, nice video informative 👍
And the gear box is no joke best ever
It's one of the best for sure 🔥 thanks for checking out the video! More to come.
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Pleasure mate ill look out fir further content on any car you review, i like how your not over the top making it all about you, good luck with your ventures
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In all honesty i still miss my na 1990 mx5 slow but the feel of the car was perfect, cheers mate all the best
Great insights to the s2000.... Such a big fan of the s2k from just driving it for a day.
Nicely presented.
- ‘05 S2000 🏁
i drove this car to duluth and i was amazed how much it was just fun to drive specially in corners.....it stuck to the ground like magnet and its a fun car to drive and the rev is unbelievable
I own a mint 2002 ap1 with no mods. You are on point bro. Have mines for 12 years now
YOOOOOOO, the road you're driving on in the beginning of the video is in Palos Verdes. That landslide area is a blast to drive at night when no one is around. Really enjoyed the video 👌
Indeed it is 👍
I don't think I'll ever sell mine. I wish crate engines were available from Honda. They would sell like hot cakes. After all, people put them in not just S2000s.
I mean, the next closest thing (mechanically) is a Jaguar F type (front midship, can be had with a manual, double wishbones) but still not the same, and probably not Honda reliable, especially on the track. I've heard people compare the new Supra being a similar experience to drive (rotation under braking), but no manual for us in U.S.... The S2000 is a special car for sure :)
Nice vid! I like the angle you took on an older car like this
Thank you! MR2 also one of those beautiful classics now!
Great video!
A fine video my friend. It shows your passion for a great car.
I find it a blast to drive "enthusiastically" on the back roads where I can rev it to 8grand.
If it had more HP it just wouldn't be as fun.
Spot on, great video!!
Thank you! Just glad to own a cool vehicle and that is all :)
Very good review. Well thought out and presented. I just put a deposit on a red 2004 S2000 with 79,000 kilometers on the odometer. I can't wait to go bring it home next week.
Thank you for the kind words and congratulations on the car!
My blue 2002 90k 17 & 6 months ! Very clean! No repairs nada!
I love my s2000. Great video.
Loving mine also. Driving the wheels off of it whenever I can at the track. These things rly come alive on the limits!
I love it. Thank you from a fellow AP1 S2000 driver ;)
My 97 accord se a piece of my childhood and my 06 accord v6 both cars drive like a dream and both low miles
Like your point of view dude!
Thank you for checking out the video! Stay tuned for more :)
Thank you!
Thanks for checking out the video!
Very nice video about the S
Thaaaanks
Great video man
Thank you! Hopefully we see more cars for the enthusiasts
@@REVlogue I don't know man. You nailed it. They said less then 5% percent of the cars made are manual. I think there's honestly only 5% car guys left. Social media makes us feel big. But cars are appliance to most people now. =\
This is beautiful i cried 😭😤
Thank you so much for checking out the video!
I still drive my 2001 ap1 she just passed her smog 2 days ago with no hiccups
I got a 2013 Scion FR-S to start my credit. I wanted the S2000 first, but I had a budget. At the same time I’m glad I didn’t get it yet because I think would’ve not gotten the right one. I kinda got screwed over when getting the FR-S simply cause I was too excited getting it. I’m hoping by the end of next year I will be getting one by trading the frs or something like that. I’m doing my research right now for the car and looking forward it. But for right now I’m going to be riding a frs and having fun doing so. Great video, videos like these make me wanting one even more
Thank you for the comment! I too started with a BRZ and moved onto the S2000. Honestly they're both great cars, some even argue that the 86 platform is easier to drive faster. I had a big off in the brz, and I think about that crash sometimes.. had I been in the S2000 I probably would have come out worse. I'd say go drive the FRS to its full intent, become a better driver, and it still won't be too late to enjoy the S2000 later!
REVlogue Thank you, I’ll take your advice and I’ll do my best to have a fun ownership with it. Glad your okay too from that crash. Hope to come back to comment that I finally got one!
Dope video friend, was thinking about getting one myself. Any advice? Like what site to use and what to look out for?
Thanks for checking out the video :) I'd say make sure the timing chain tensioner has been taken care of, and make sure all the gears are in good condition as a lot of ppl drive these pretty hard ruining the synchros. In general I avoid any modded vehicles. Honda labels all the body panels with a vin sticker, so make sure to check that out. There are so many thorough videos of what to look out for when buying an S2000, mainly Savagegeese one, so please check that out.
Just found your channel & it's great content, am a recent S2000 owner too so I am trying to learn as much about the S2000 from those who know the car best. PS... where can I get that phone holder?
Thank you so much for checking out the video! Here is where I got my phone mount: modifry.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=57_81
My title: "Why I drive this 21 year old 8200rpm jdm B16a swapped EK Honda Civic"
B series motors are so much fun also :)
와우 10K 뷰라니 대단하십니다. 나래이션도 레브로그님이 하신건가유! 보이스도 좋으셔요!
ㅋㅋ 감사합니다. 노력중이에요 채널 키우느라~
I can’t wait to get my hands on an AP2
The Honda S2000 ROCK'S
Well done
Thank you!
That was a brilliant video very well put together not the usual shit
Thank you for the feedback! We have much more coming. Stay tuned :)
My forever dream car.
I would move on it now if you can 🙂
Whats that whistle sound at 7:21 ?
Not a turbo that's for sure :)
Well that why I drive an e86M BMW, I did consider the S2000 but the z4 M was pure mental!
I love older BMWs. Funny. I considered the Z4 M as well before making the switch! I guess all enthusiasts are looking for a similar package :) thanks for checking out the channel.
Mine is a stock AP1, still a blast to drive
They are very very well made cars for sure. Even Honda wouldn't be able to make it the same again
@@REVlogue nope not with regulations, especially in the eu. We do not even get the 400z here. 😞
I've always loved the S2000. Honda sure knew how to make a manual shifter.
I wish they made a dedicated hardtop version.
Is this your daily driver?
It is my daily for now, but it will slowly become a track/fun car only. Thanks for checking out the video!
They did. It was called the CR for Club Racer. Only produced in 2008 and 2009 in small numbers. Just missed snagging a low milage Reo Yellow Pearl one in 2007.
CRs are awesome. I do think the OP is talking about a fixed roof though. Personally for me, I enjoy the car more with its top down :)
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Yes that’s what I meant. ✌️
I’m 175lbs and 5’8. Honestly I think it fits me like a glove. However I can’t say the same for my 6ft 220lb brother
this car makes you appreciate not being tall LOL!
Do you have the BYS seat rail? I’m 6’1.5” and it helps.
I do actually. It helps tremendously but I am looking to getting close to passing the broom test, so I installed a Pole Position. Seat itself is not that much lower but with the cushions taken out it's pretty noticeable.
Does the ND Miata have an explosive front bumper?
It doesn't but if you look at thickness from the wheel well to the top of the fender it's actually pretty thick. BRZ/86 uses a similar trick to the eyes.
Mine's an '07 too... LOVE IT!!! Roof down, on UK country roads in the dry. Freeways.... nah.
Use that soft top! Love it.
Have you driven GT86/BRZ? Seems like the only modern day alternative to S2k alike car (beside smaller MX5). If you have, any insights/comparison to S2k?
Hi Jakub, thanks for watching. I actually owned a BRZ for the past six years and made the switch to the S2000. Perhaps I'll do a comparison video of the two :)
Essentially (to me), the S2000 is a no compromise race car, and the brz is an excellent daily driver that can do the track car duties. Both are excellent choices, really depends on what your needs/wants are.
Check out my BRZ video for more information: czcams.com/video/osXYSONWiFo/video.html
I'd wait for the 2.5L version next year. These cars are gutless below 4000RPM, there's no torque in 2L N/A engine built to rev high.
I'm thinking of getting one soon. A '02 Ap1, but the ODo reads 200k miles plus. Will it be still a good choice for a high mileage? the compression is good according to the owner, but don't know about the rest.
Hello thanks for watching! What is your budget if you don't mind me asking? Obviously I like the car quite a bit, but 200k miles is also pretty high. If you're dead set on an S2000 and the one with the 200k miles is the one you can afford, then I would recommend doing a leak down test as well. Also keep in mind there will be bushings and other misc parts you'll need to replace to keep the car in a good running condition.
@@REVlogue Thanks for the Reply, mate. Asking is around 12k, it's in good looking condition but not sure how it's running underneath. From where I'm, rarely do you see them on the streets and rarer to find on the sale. The current number of ads posted is nil. That's I might go for it and see what repairs it's needed. Paint is good from the looks of it.
I bought an ‘06 with 150k 3 years ago and have only had minor issues. It runs great and always puts a smile on my face! Absolutely would buy it again! As noted in this video, they will never make a car like this again. Get one now!
How do you all feel regarding the AP1 vs the AP2? Heard that the AP2 is a better car, but the AP1 is the better pure driving experience. As a buyer with a beater for a daily, would I be better off going with an AP1?
I would say AP1 is definitely more raw, especially with the higher redline. For me personally, the 8k redline is lofty enough, and I like the drivability (clutch feels a bit different) of the AP2. I think at this point it's a matter of finding either one in an unmolested good condition. Thanks for checking out the video!
Thanks for the quick reply, appreciate the insight! Will continue my search, looking forwards to your future content; you’ve gained my subscription :)
What fenders r those?
Hello, ASM front and rear :) thanks for checking out the video.
I want a s2k, heard the driving experience is amazing.
It's definitely a lot of fun 😊
I want to get one but type s
Can't go wrong with any of em 💕
7:12 You're missing your transmission oil fill plug. I hope that was fixed before the car came off the lift? I hope the transmission isn't dry, it'd be a shame to ruin one.
Hello, thanks for looking out! Funny story, I freaked out too, only to realize the car I filmed on the lift is a different car 😉 rest assured I have oil in my tranny and it's not going anywhere.
Duuuude, best flow.... I drive my s2k about 20 Years, 180.000 km no Problems, the "S" is the essence
Thank you for the kind words! More to come :) going to the track this upcoming Saturday
My 2008cr still on the garage with 15k miles
15k! That's awesome
I bought my S2000 because it's a cheap convertible. I appreciate it more as I own it longer.
How much and how much miles or kms?
Mine is 18 and my Prelude is 28. I don't plan to buy a new car. ...Greta does :)
Yo bud mine is 20 and lude is 20 lol love them both equally and work on them in my humble garage . Keep riding safely.
Nice. I think Prelude and S2000!are for the same kind of people.
AE86 and S2000 must collect em
They're not getting any cheaper that's for sure :)
@@REVlogue I know I remember seeing the S2000 during my H.S years. First release all the way to the Buddy Club vers. Now... they got discontinued by 2009 or 10 I think. Seeing that happen I was like oh man. A rare car gonna happen.
How are the OKADA coils? Any genuine improvement? Thanks!
Thanks for checking out the video! Unfortunately I cannot tell you about the difference as the car was already equipped with them when I bought the car.
@@REVlogue it was a great video, keep it going mate!
Cheers for getting back! Do you know for how many miles they have been on the car now?
Sorry unfortunately not :(
Next car I plan to buy is another s2000, ideally a CR but too $$$$. I''ll keep it stock minus an exhaust and SC kit.
CRs are $$$ nowadays haha. This car is so much fun tho, especially at its very limits on the track! Thanks for checking out the video!
370z has hood explosives too
Whoa crazy I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing that info.
Kumakubo?
Oh jeez thanks I'll take it as a compliment 😂
Age is just a number plus most cool cars are older
i have 2001 silver-stone with 160k miles original clutch engine and transmission, i plan to restore the car slowly drive it to half millon miles
It's an amazing car especially for the money. Good luck with the adventure!
I’ve been looking for the perfect S2000 for years, and now the prices are going up :(
It's never too late :) that's how I felt about the NSX and look where the prices are now haha
Still cheap man, NSX really got out hand, I regret not getting one when it was 20k to 30k. Funny thing is I know few nsx to s2k owners and they all tell me it’s easier to live with. My 13 year old ap2 still eats lot of new sports cars in canyon.
@@kdavid123186able I hope so. $15k for an excellent example is out of my second car budget.
The seat WAS designed for a helmet...
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It sucks being 6'1" at times :) I loved th NB when I had it though
Is that your s2000?
Yup. Freshly acquired and slowly rehabbing where it needs it.
Would you be able to tell me your wheel specs, I just received my asm rear over fenders, and I want to get rpf1 I'm very indecisive in choosing a correct size.
@@JoseTorres-tl1ix it's a 17x9 but not too sure about the offset. Car came with the wheels.
@@JoseTorres-tl1ix If you're going 255 square, choose the 17x9 +45mm
Thanks man appreciate you !
If you had a gas saver before, this car is not for you
If you had a v8 before, this car is not for you
If you going to commute and drive above 70MPH, this car will be reving at 4K+ so its may be for you
But if you want a second vehicle, hit vtec over 82000, then this is for you :)
Precisely ♥️
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Duh!
:) NC was also a consideration for me as that's the only one I can fit in haha. Wish I could shrink myself at times. Thanks for checking out the video!
@@REVlogue i like all reliable Japanese convertibles. i like em all na nb nc nd mrs and s2k. i am like 6 foot too and iam around 210 lbs. s2k is awesome, but i am scared i wont fit with stock steering wheel and they are crazy expensive, but like you said it is a 15 years old car and still expensive because probably fast and furious. idk.
i had a mrs, love it, but wanted a FR layout and something newer and more safe because i am a big person kind of. want a ND now since it is newer, safer, and telescope steering wheel.
currently drive '15 wrx. 50/50 on keeping it when i do get a chance to buy a ND.
Check out my BRZ video if you haven't seen it yet :) I mean I have my reasons as to why I moved on to the S2000, but in terms of safety you will not beat a modern coupe. ND is rly cool but it's even smaller than the S2000 and the NC IMO..
@@REVlogue weight reduction. you mean a smaller car or small cabin? there is telescope steering wheel now. i want a smaller car cause it is easier to drive and more fun and weight reduction. better fuel econ and car take less of a beating. i rather strip weight before adding minor power, but still able to daily so i can enjoy the car.
i was considering brz or si, but wanted awd or rwd stock turbo, but i love convertible now.
I’m here with a 1990 Miata so I get you, dude, do I get you.....
My brother had an NB at one point, and to this day, I credit the NB for making me fall in love with momentum cars. I just never fit in one :)
Wearing a mask while driving.. end video.
15 years isn't even old
Too much footage showing your face. (Way too much footage, in fact). Not nearly enough footage showing the S2000.