I am restoring a 218,000 mile Honda S2000 on my channel! It’s going to cost me almost the same as buying a lower mileage one, but I want to do my part to keep these amazing machines on the road!
I adore my S2000 and I just bought her last week! I always knew from the first time I saw it as a kid that this car, is truly, truly something extra special. Top Gear even says so! Thank you Honda, you crafted an incredible car!! Uehara Shigeru and team, excellent job \o/
RolanTHUNDER I had a model car of the s2000 and now I'm looking to purchase one. I knew when I was little I would one day have one. just looking for a decent priced, low mileage, unmodified ap1. not the easiest.
The beauty of the S2000. Extremely well made conv. Shrap handling and fits like a glove, once you drive one (track or spirited) its hard to think of anything else. Its like an automotive drug. LOVE IT!
Bought our '06 in '09 with 40,000km. Just sold it with 290,000 trouble free km, for just about what we paid for it. Box stock, but driven hard including several trips to the Tail of The Dragon. If you want one, buy it soon as prices are definitely on the rise. Really miss that car.
S2000 is an amazing driving machine. I used to own a original Volkswagen R32 and loved that car. It was made specifically to be a driver's hot hatch and as much it was a great car, the S2000 is just more fun to drive.
2003 with 124k on mine. Still drive it like I stole it. 13 years of ownership and it still puts a smile on my face. 👍😁.... Now, if I could only sort out the rusty rear arches... 😭
they are pretty lite, have amazing weight distribution and for the longest time they were the highest rated hp per liter naturally aspirated engines in the world...Not to mention they are good for like 700 plus horse power on stock internals....
I'm pretty happy with my S2000. Ive got an Ap1, It is amazing around the curves even with pretty small tire width compared to other sports cars. After you upgrade the wheel size so you can put wider tires the S2000 grips like nothing I've driven.
@nightrider2k6 - With 240hp its got power, specially in a car that weighs 2900lbs. Thats a better HP rating an the 3-Series BMW which weighs 3400-3500lbs. Although S2000 have lower torque ratings, a simple supercharger will set it to 220TQ but 350HP. For a car that weighs 2800lbs with 350hp the power-to-weight is better than most Ferrari's, Lambos, and so on
24yo S2k owner here...this is the first time I've seen this LOL. It's funny cause I've driven so many modern sports & supercars...EX: heavily modded EVOX, 2011 and 2012 GTR, Z06 & carbon, various amg's,...the list goes on. Sure all of them were SICK in their own way BUT I'd hop back in my s2k & think...I love my car. Sure I'd take one of those others but I'm not sure I'd wanna give up my S cause of the way it feels. It is a TRUE drivers car. Nothing is quite like it's steering, engine, gearbox.
me too! just picked up my s2k in january of this year. my 2nd car after my bumblebee 01 Celica. The s2k was already lowered, intake'd, and had aftermarket rims when i got it. gonna add a Megan single cutback to cut weight (and move bias a bit forward) and a VIS techno R wing. (mugen ss copycat. it's not rice if its factory)
Never drove an RX8, but Its phenomenal that it can make 232 hp out of that 1.3 engine. I have seen many Rx8 owners having lot of fun on track days. Many people buy these cars just a daily driver or show off cars, but they have no idea what they are capable of until they bring it to track.
it is great as a daily driver for many other reasons... i use it as a daily driver but also drive it like it was meant to be driven by giving the car a thrashing... but it is very comfortable... i drove it from chicago to flordia non stop... and it was comfortable and didnt wear you down as much as other cars do...apart from the awful gas milage it is a really dam good car... i cant imagine not owning one...and i drove it on the track adn it exceeded my expectations... it was just so crisp and
You would think a Japanese car wouldn't win on a British show. Here in the states each truck wins truck of the year. An exception would be Toyota as they market differently. I think this is another reason why a majority respect their reviews. As a owner of a yellow s2000, a little time on the road people end up a great big smile like Jeremy Clarkson on his s2000 solo ride.
I had two S2000s, 2.0 then the 2.2lr, and they were brilliant cars. I had an Elise at the same time and while not as agile or quick, it was FAR better made and much more ergonomically laid out. I liked the full convertible top too. When down, you had great visibility when driving around in traffic. The Elise has large blind spots which are dangerous in US urban driving. We ended up getting rid of them and getting a 2004 E55 AMG...a real beast...but I miss the S2000s...They are a steal used!
You're right, the Renesis rotary burns massive fuel. Not only S2000's have issues with the oil lavel, but all the Honda VTEC's have a nozzle, which spits oil into the burning room to protect the engine internals from damage. So if you don't rev a VTEC, it doesn't consume oil. But of course, having a Vtec needs kicking it.
the s2000 i drove had 55,000 miles on it and was few years old. There weren't any squeaks and rattles. Then again the interior is so simple hardly anything can go wrong innit.
s2000 is purely a sports car...for the money that u pay for..this is one of the best sports cars out there. Too bad they're not making it anymore. This is the most fun car I ever own.
my review on the s2000, suspension is perry awsome, its got a race car feel to it, like how true sports cars should feel, power wise its ok, i mean if we are talking about power to weight ratio is equally to a 350z or mustung gt but racing up hill against those cars, the s2k doesn't stand a chance with its lack of torque, but if you want the power to back up its suspension recommad adding a turbo or supercharger
That really hasn't been the case for awhile. Even my friends C4 carves pretty good. And the C6 is just a beast. And you can't tell me I'm bias, I drive an S2000.
i had no problems controlling it... i mean in many aspects it is like hte s2k... you have to use the gearbox to get the max power output which i believe is part of real driving..high revs for both engines to generate power... both are not drag but track cars... i mean honda s2k and rx8 are i believe the all around cars in their price range... along with sti and evo.. which are different tho..
very suttle differences between them. The AP1 is a bit more tail happy. Its a little jerkier off the line. The HP and TQ are slightly different (not quite sure what it was) but altogether you get the same performance. It is said that the AP2 has a slightly better performance on the track (according to Touge) but that might have more to do with the 17" wheels (vs. AP1s 16" wheels)
@IPGAuto The E55 has been special in its own right...it owns the highway that is for sure, but the S2000 was better made believe it or not and more fun to drive...i tested an M6 convertible and it captured the fun of the S2000 and sat 4. Great V10
I dont know how well it turns cause it isn't worth my time to try out a corvette, but i know that s2000 stock or tuned can corner fast as shit. How you like your s2000?
Still driving my '00 with 189K miles and loving it. Still hear "that's a Honda??" to this day.
Tony Pecora hell yeah lol
First thing my friends said when i bought it haha!
Tony Pecora did you get to 200k?
Same got my 00 with 70k miles drives like a dream
With the occasional did it come out this year? or it came out what year?!?!
I’m lucky enough to have one in my garage, and I’m still laying in bed at midnight watching CZcams videos about it. I love this car.
Honda S2000 - the car of champions. The best sports car roadster ever. The KING :)
Don't forget miata
@@pegador6 my -assa more like ....
Lost the what car comparison and public vote to the mitsubishi fto, proud owner
i love my s2000
+Frank A dont sell it. getting hard to find
Rushan Nanayakkara im trying my best to keep it stock lol
Same!
@@LOGEZZZZZBRO i have a mom steering wheel now and a hardtop lol
@@franka6680 Wish I could find an OEM hardtop!
S2000...... best car ever made.
S2000 my next car! So few for sale. But prices still affordable, at least for now....
hectorsoy I’m searching for it too!
They’ve skyrocketed now. Shit.
I'm looking forward to my insurance going down so I can buy a Nissan 370z
Or a 350z
Prices have hit the fan the last 6 months!! Yellow or Blue ones are 25k to 32k!!! Wtf??!!!
Love my AP2, 5 years and 40k miles later, love it even more than when I got it 5 years ago
Jeremy Clarkson shares the exact same taste in cars as me, the Nissan Skyline, Honda S2000, Ford Escort RS Cosworth, Ford GT40.
GT40 is a piece of shit and even Clarkson admits it later...
@@ArturKala the shifter and seat are garbage everything else is OK. He says that because he's old.
Bought my 03 in 2009 and it truly is a part of me that I honestly wouldn't let go at any price. Such a thrill to drive nothing compares!
Literally just got an 06' S2000 today, I couldn't be more excited to have it
I am restoring a 218,000 mile Honda S2000 on my channel! It’s going to cost me almost the same as buying a lower mileage one, but I want to do my part to keep these amazing machines on the road!
It’s gonna be great!
I adore my S2000 and I just bought her last week! I always knew from the first time I saw it as a kid that this car, is truly, truly something extra special. Top Gear even says so! Thank you Honda, you crafted an incredible car!!
Uehara Shigeru and team, excellent job \o/
Congrats man!
getting mine very soon...I hope!!
Blake Calabrese Thanks a lot man :)
Charanjit Sandhu Great! you won't regret it :)
RolanTHUNDER I had a model car of the s2000 and now I'm looking to purchase one. I knew when I was little I would one day have one. just looking for a decent priced, low mileage, unmodified ap1. not the easiest.
The beauty of the S2000. Extremely well made conv. Shrap handling and fits like a glove, once you drive one (track or spirited) its hard to think of anything else. Its like an automotive drug. LOVE IT!
this trio was magic
Bought our '06 in '09 with 40,000km. Just sold it with 290,000 trouble free km, for just about what we paid for it. Box stock, but driven hard including several trips to the Tail of The Dragon. If you want one, buy it soon as prices are definitely on the rise. Really miss that car.
Love my '07 S2K!
My AP2 S2000 is a forever car for me.
Ditto.
I agree! My Honda S2000 is a blast and is the best car I've ever owned (out of about 14 total). Nice to see this. Thanks for posting.
There is no car I'd rather have. I love it
simply the best, I had a 2006, was the best car ever seen
132,xxx on my 2004 and it runs great.
Matthew Arsenault just bought mine, all stock 04 70k on it
Nice readings, mine has 192k on the clock, pulls so smooth
Love my '00 S2K
S2000 is an amazing driving machine. I used to own a original Volkswagen R32 and loved that car. It was made specifically to be a driver's hot hatch and as much it was a great car, the S2000 is just more fun to drive.
2003 with 124k on mine. Still drive it like I stole it. 13 years of ownership and it still puts a smile on my face. 👍😁.... Now, if I could only sort out the rusty rear arches... 😭
b0rg1010 getting mine sorted next month!
Perfect 👌 roadster, whenever I feel bored I just upgrade it...and keep it forever ❤️❤️❤️
Honda kept it simple. I bet most s2000 still have everything working compared to its euro competition
The Ultimate 2.0 Roadster Ever !
they are pretty lite, have amazing weight distribution and for the longest time they were the highest rated hp per liter naturally aspirated engines in the world...Not to mention they are good for like 700 plus horse power on stock internals....
And the legend of the S2K continues!
Soon to be s2k owner and I'm ecstatic this made #1 on the list
Picked up my AP1 last week, my God I love that car.
great video!! thanks for uploading! s2000 rocks!!
I'm pretty happy with my S2000. Ive got an Ap1, It is amazing around the curves even with pretty small tire width compared to other sports cars. After you upgrade the wheel size so you can put wider tires the S2000 grips like nothing I've driven.
picked up my ap1 yr 2000_ s2000 3 days ago its a beautiful beastly ride!
Thats why I own one :)
BEST CAR I never should have sold.
@nightrider2k6 - With 240hp its got power, specially in a car that weighs 2900lbs. Thats a better HP rating an the 3-Series BMW which weighs 3400-3500lbs. Although S2000 have lower torque ratings, a simple supercharger will set it to 220TQ but 350HP. For a car that weighs 2800lbs with 350hp the power-to-weight is better than most Ferrari's, Lambos, and so on
I couldn't wait that long. I miss my Ap2 after just 3 days on a work trip haha.
Owned my s2k for over ten years 🤙🏻
Love the S2000. Very focused car.
Best car ever made next to the supra period
Why is supra so good
I love my s2k!
Best roadster ever made!
Getting my Ap1 in a few months 240bhp with vetc. I can't wait
gonna buy my first s2k in feb/march....can't wait XD
24yo S2k owner here...this is the first time I've seen this LOL. It's funny cause I've driven so many modern sports & supercars...EX: heavily modded EVOX, 2011 and 2012 GTR, Z06 & carbon, various amg's,...the list goes on. Sure all of them were SICK in their own way BUT I'd hop back in my s2k & think...I love my car. Sure I'd take one of those others but I'm not sure I'd wanna give up my S cause of the way it feels. It is a TRUE drivers car. Nothing is quite like it's steering, engine, gearbox.
Honda S2000 ❤🇫🇷
me too! just picked up my s2k in january of this year. my 2nd car after my bumblebee 01 Celica. The s2k was already lowered, intake'd, and had aftermarket rims when i got it. gonna add a Megan single cutback to cut weight (and move bias a bit forward) and a VIS techno R wing. (mugen ss copycat. it's not rice if its factory)
Never drove an RX8, but Its phenomenal that it can make 232 hp out of that 1.3 engine. I have seen many Rx8 owners having lot of fun on track days. Many people buy these cars just a daily driver or show off cars, but they have no idea what they are capable of until they bring it to track.
it is great as a daily driver for many other reasons... i use it as a daily driver but also drive it like it was meant to be driven by giving the car a thrashing... but it is very comfortable... i drove it from chicago to flordia non stop... and it was comfortable and didnt wear you down as much as other cars do...apart from the awful gas milage it is a really dam good car... i cant imagine not owning one...and i drove it on the track adn it exceeded my expectations... it was just so crisp and
I love my S2k.
I convinced one friend to get an RX-8 and another a S2000. Great cars!
I want a s2000 soooooo bad !!!! they are the sexiest looking cars! cant wait to get one! just have to learn manual asap!
willow springs is like a walking path compared to the nurburring, we are talking about stock manufactures cars as well.
Never forget that Jeremy complained about the high red line on the s2000. Thats wild.
"Well there are only two knobs in it, well three if you count the one who bought it." HAHAHAHAHAA
I'm going to run my S2K till it dies then I'm going to buy another. That's how good they are.
You have a problem, mate. S2000 never dies.
Ahh the glory days...
Why kill something so beautiful?
You would think a Japanese car wouldn't win on a British show. Here in the states each truck wins truck of the year. An exception would be Toyota as they market differently. I think this is another reason why a majority respect their reviews.
As a owner of a yellow s2000, a little time on the road people end up a great big smile like Jeremy Clarkson on his s2000 solo ride.
I had two S2000s, 2.0 then the 2.2lr, and they were brilliant cars. I had an Elise at the same time and while not as agile or quick, it was FAR better made and much more ergonomically laid out. I liked the full convertible top too. When down, you had great visibility when driving around in traffic. The Elise has large blind spots which are dangerous in US urban driving. We ended up getting rid of them and getting a 2004 E55 AMG...a real beast...but I miss the S2000s...They are a steal used!
@poop4256 You betcha... the first time I drove it on track, I learned more about it than any other day. Indeed a killer track car..
Still drive my s2000 with 190,000 miles
God arm vibes
Best car ever!!!
LOL
Ironic
i own one!!! super fast and nice car.....but people always hate because im a young guy in a supposed old mans car
Absolutely. I am very satisfied. It may not be luxury brand or a top notch drag car, but S2K is the perfect drivers car.
You're right, the Renesis rotary burns massive fuel.
Not only S2000's have issues with the oil lavel, but all the Honda VTEC's have a nozzle, which spits oil into the burning room to protect the engine internals from damage. So if you don't rev a VTEC, it doesn't consume oil. But of course, having a Vtec needs kicking it.
One day I will own a Honda s2000. Till them I will have to do with my tuned accord 2.0t
I have an ap1 as well, '99 with only 66k on the clock =P
the s2000 i drove had 55,000 miles on it and was few years old. There weren't any squeaks and rattles. Then again the interior is so simple hardly anything can go wrong innit.
That one guy thought the Porsche Boxster should've been the car of the year?
Damn, I thought these guys knew about cars.
I have one. Great drive. Not too bad on petrol either if you dont fang it every day.
lol on his fiat panda
Ive got a non turbo supra atm due to laws in australia and im thinking of saving abit more and switching to an s2000. Any thoughts?
What is the slightly blue little smoke coming out from the exhaust of the Vtec's when they rev then?
s2000 is purely a sports car...for the money that u pay for..this is one of the best sports cars out there. Too bad they're not making it anymore. This is the most fun car I ever own.
The best roadster ever,,there is no other contender
I Love my S2000 :D
s2000
sehr schön
my review on the s2000, suspension is perry awsome, its got a race car feel to it, like how true sports cars should feel, power wise its ok, i mean if we are talking about power to weight ratio is equally to a 350z or mustung gt but racing up hill against those cars, the s2k doesn't stand a chance with its lack of torque, but if you want the power to back up its suspension recommad adding a turbo or supercharger
YAY
its a good drift car if u modified it with de right suspension good handling good powernice design oh n btw i own 2 1 in 2001 1 in 2008
but god dam that torque would put a smile on ur face once u hit the gas. especially on the freeway =]
That really hasn't been the case for awhile. Even my friends C4 carves pretty good. And the C6 is just a beast. And you can't tell me I'm bias, I drive an S2000.
Maybe the Honda dominates the Porsche because there are more drivers than posers out there
lol funny asf. what episode was this?
i had no problems controlling it... i mean in many aspects it is like hte s2k... you have to use the gearbox to get the max power output which i believe is part of real driving..high revs for both engines to generate power... both are not drag but track cars... i mean honda s2k and rx8 are i believe the all around cars in their price range... along with sti and evo.. which are different tho..
102xxx on my 02 running like a top
very suttle differences between them. The AP1 is a bit more tail happy. Its a little jerkier off the line. The HP and TQ are slightly different (not quite sure what it was) but altogether you get the same performance. It is said that the AP2 has a slightly better performance on the track (according to Touge) but that might have more to do with the 17" wheels (vs. AP1s 16" wheels)
It's like a lexus with a personality
i love my s2k, and it's my 2nd car after a toyota starlet:P going to add some mods next spring^^
@IPGAuto The E55 has been special in its own right...it owns the highway that is for sure, but the S2000 was better made believe it or not and more fun to drive...i tested an M6 convertible and it captured the fun of the S2000 and sat 4. Great V10
Someday I’ll have an S2000. Prefurably before RPM reduction. The 9000 RPM SCREAMERS!
Alex Paumen noughf said..
My S2K AP1 with 9,000 rpm ROCK
I rode in a 350z and the interior plastic felt cheap. the sound system was pretty good but you can put a great sound system in any car nowadays.
I dont know how well it turns cause it isn't worth my time to try out a corvette, but i know that s2000 stock or tuned can corner fast as shit. How you like your s2000?
Jeremy seems to be the only one who likes Japanese cars.
@1:36...
Burn level = Napalm
@acv318 its a killer track car too
S2000 rules!!! :D