Car and driver s2000 test

Was the s2000 the last raw driver s car before the dawn of the electronic car. Coming into this test, no one gave the s2000 any serious. If oil levels are low, the cars ecu is meant to stop the vtec kicking in, so if you test drive a car that refuses to go north of 6,000rpm, it. The 2003 version of the honda s2000 recently won a comparison test the blow dryers, august 2003 among such leading lights as the porsche boxster, bmw z4, nissan 350z touring, and audi tt roadster. Auto top is an honest and pure car filming and testing company.

Hondas twoseat, fourwheel sportbike offers reardrive roadster fun in a spectacularly balanced chassis. Aug 15, 20 i test drove my s2000 during a rare arizona rainstorm on urban streets, mainly to find out if my long legs would fit which they did thanks to the cars generous 44. Detailed video of top fuel honda s2000 time attack car. Steering on the s2000 is very sharp, gokart like and fits perfectly with the personality of the car. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 2007 s2000 models nationwide.

First name william joined jun 14, 2017 messages 64 reaction score 109 location south florida car s 17 cw typer, 04 suzuka blue s2000, sakhir orange m5. The quick steering combined with the close ratio 6speed manual transmission, and a nearperfect clutch makes the s2000 a sheer thrillride to drive. At speed on the track, rain or shine, the s2000 requires unwavering concentration. Its powerful and responsive and its stunning to look at, i never got tired of its styling. The tt is a passably fast car in a testnumbers sort of way0 to 60 in 6. Very old clip of honda s2000 vs porsche boxer youtube. The only creature comforts i require are ac, and a radio, preferably with an aux jack. Nov 08, 2006 i loved the s2000, its a blast to drive, and very comfortable its a drivers car the passenger is only along for the ride. The bottom line the 2006 honda s2000 is a pure driver s car, designed for those who think. Although a college degree is not required to become a test car driver, you should have a strong grasp of the english language and have aboveaverage mathematical and.

If that kind of partnership appeals to youthe car as a surgically precise extension of the driver s willthe s2000 may very well be worth a price. Watch this video of the 2007 honda s2000 from the americas best handling car competetion featuring max angelleli and ron kiino, brought to you by the automotive experts at motor trend. The physical characteristics necessary to achieve this melding of man and machine are of supreme importance, and our. It has another driver testing it not nob, see this car in sydney 10th and 11th august. Oct 18, 20 so claire and the s2000 didnt exactly hit it off. A test drive sold me because i loved the way the car handled. Maybe ill look at one fitted with that brembo package you mentioned could be just what the doctor ordered.

Popular searches toyota camry ford f150 car appraiser tool subaru. I test drove a 07 s2k and it was love at first rev. The beast has tremendous torque almost afraid to test drive the new 5. My first car was a 1978 fiat x19, and i wanted to stay in that category. Dec 28, 2018 get a valid drivers license and at least a high school diploma. The s2000cr is the hardcore track rat with a stiffer suspension and additional aero parts, including a huge wing. Take and pass a drivers education program and become knowledgeable about car safety and the rules of the road.

Detailed video of top fuel honda s2000 time attack car testing for wta at suzuka circuit. A highrevving 237hp four turns through a sixspeed manual. The car is being sold by indycar driver graham rahal, the same person who purchased the first s2000 listed above. Wind the s2000 to 9000 rpm, and its twincam heart sets pulses racing. Road test of one unconventional 2004 sport coupe, mazdas rx8, takes on nissans worthy 350z and a refreshed driver s favorite, the honda s2000. Jan 28, 2002 hondas s2000 delivers exhilarating performance.

The car s lack of luxury amenities went virtually unnoticed, as driver after driver became entranced by the hondas incredible handling and slingshot acceleration. Naturally aspirational honda s2000 roadster hemmings daily. We flew out to spain to test the last limited edition 100 car, built in 2009 and featuring revised suspension, to see if the s2000 recipe finally. Wanting to make something specific for the import world, the s2000 was a perfect test. The s2000 is a sports car and the experience is visceral in all areas. As youd expect of a car in this price range, the s2000 comes with the usual luxury featuresleather seats, air conditioning, an amfmcd sound system, power windows, power mirrors, cruise control, keyless remote entry, and tilt steering.

Row the slickestshifting 6speed transmission ive ever tested quickly enough and the s2000 is a very, very rapid car. Engine in the front, drive to the rear, a manual gearbox and absolutely no sign of turbos or superchargers. Test driver steve millen agreed, this car feels worse than the last nsx. Coming into this test, no one gave the s2000 any serious consideration. It doesnt have much in the way of cabin tech, but we love driving it. You cant go cheap with an s2000, this includes tiresbrakesetc. Driver and car feel harmoniously overjoyed on a spirited drive, as two lovers unquestionably destined for one another.

On tuesday, we posted an audio recording of a mystery car s exhaust note. The honda s2000 is still worth worshiping jalopnik. The idea of having a limitededition car was a plus, since i planned on keeping the car a long time. Carpooling mom rediscovers speed in honda s2000 sfgate. After driving the s2000 on the french riviera and at our test track, we feel its reached the goal. Nov 01, 2003 our car experts choose every product we feature. The 2003 version of the honda s2000 recently won a comparison test the blow dryers, august 2003. Most important, it emits a delightful, hightech tenor snarl while its doing all this. Brandon has installed a recaro bucket seat on the drivers side, which slides forward and back but not up or down. Honda s2000 resurrected as a prototype for its 20th anniversary car and driver.

Go antiquing with the 2006 honda s2000 in peter bleakneys test drive from the autos. In case you hadnt noticed, some of those cars are newer than the honda is. Why the honda s2000 beats the miata at its own game. Its a car that encourages you to enjoy your drive, however short it may be. The miatas manual top can be operated with one hand, from the drivers seat. Car and driver 10best is a list annually produced by car and driver cd, nominating what it considers the ten best cars of the year. Our pride and joy has been listed amongst such automotive icons like the ferrari 250gt swb, ford model t, bugatti veyron, mini.

If oil levels are low, the car s ecu is meant to stop the vtec kicking in, so if you test drive a car that refuses to go north of 6,000rpm, it. In car and driver s test of the 2019 mx5 mazda, they noted a 060 time of 5. It didnt take but a minute to abandon the beach for the showroom and test drive. The honda s2000 is similar in size and basic concept to the mazda miata. The 2009 honda s2000 is a true sportscar, in the sense that it trades comfort and refinement for speed and performance. Combines driver and passenger star ratings into a single frontal rating. Jul 18, 2019 and to help you get a sense of whether a 15yearold honda is a better buy than a new car, mazda graciously lent me a 2019 miata to compare against a bonestock 2004 s2000which happens to be my. Car and driver recognizes the s2000 s2ki honda s2000 forums. I own one of them, a 2001 ap1 s2000, indyspa yellow. May 15, 2017 in the different playlists you can enjoy exhaust sounds, acceleration tests 0100, 0200 with launch control, onboard cams and the revving sound of each car. When i was 17, a friend tossed me the keys to his ap1 honda s2000. Why the 2004 honda s2000 is an emerging collector car.

In case you are wondering what all of this is about. Similar threads car driver road car and driver 2016 honda civic sedan longterm road test wrapup internalaudit, dec 4, 2017, in forum. Read real discussions on thousands of topics and get your questions answered. Installing a new exhaust or test pipe can start throwing codes in your car s ecu. The 2003 version of the honda s2000 recently won a comparison test the blow dryers, august 2003 among such leading lights as the. I wouldnt recommend a s2000, but if youre seriously responsible, where you pay for the car outright with your own money, youll develop much more respect for the car. All the modifications together make brandons s2000 look like a real athlete the square stance, muted accents, and metal pipes lurking in the rear view mirror betray the cars devious intentions. Nhtsa s 5star safety ratings help consumers compare vehicle safety when searching for a car.

Apr 14, 2017 carpooling mom rediscovers speed in honda s2000 updated. Better still, our testers called the s2000 a real driver s car, enjoying the ability to. The clutch is light and easy to modulate, encouraging you to row through the gears. The 2007 honda s2000 isnt terribly practicalit uses a classic twoseat roadster designbut it is terribly fun. Stability control is nice too, but not a deal breaker if unavailable. Road test of one unconventional 2004 sport coupe, mazdas rx8, takes on nissans worthy 350z and a refreshed drivers favorite, the honda s2000. Truth be told, this roadster is a narrowly focused sports car thatll rev to the high heavens and serve up a scintillating conversation between driver and tarmac, but those in the passenger seat miss out on most of the fun and suffer the most abuse. The s2000 did better on the test track and costs less than the cars honda says are its main competition, the porsche boxster and the bmw z3 2. The difference is that hondas roadster costs about a third again as much the miata, and offers performance that makes the mazda seem tame. The leather seats will wear if they do not get treated frequently but otherwise it is a great quality car and worth the buy. This section covers general car discussion as well as threads organized by make and model. It was simply a car meant to fill a spot as hondas sportscar representative.

You can have ac and a stereo if you must our test car didnt. Cd also produced the 5best list, highlighting what it considers the five best trucks of the year. Tucked inside that pretty, pointy body are all the ingredients to make it one of the finest sports cars on sale today. Whether youre using them at the track, as a daily driver, or a. Is the s2000 the most difficult car of the group to drive in the wet. Magazine, website, blog, and forums feedback tell us what you like or dont like about car and driver in its many incarnations, as well as what youd like to see from us. That ideal sounding drivetrain was wrapped with a compact low slung body which, according to hondas now decadeold. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 2002 honda s2000 and assess the current state of the classic car market. As a driver s workstation, however, it is close to perfection. Wanting to make something specific for the import world, the s2000 was a perfect test subject. I have two dream cars, one is the first generation nsx. If you fit this model then you truly owe it to yourself to test drive one of the. Sep 17, 2019 we are back with another episode of the slip angle where we put quinns built all motor ap1 honda s2000 out on track. Honda let me drive this and a couple other cars at a media.