s2k hunt continues!

[black8thgen]

Yeah too true. Too many people told me bad stories of 'settling' and regretting so I took their advice and it paid off.

[pheestyle]

Hi all, I think I've come to the conclusion that a clean s2k within my budget is hard to come by. Therefore im looking at Alternative vehicles such as the gen2 mazda 3 mps.

Is this a good decision?

[charlie15]

I'd keep at it. Honestly, a few bargains come up at times you just have to be quick to snap them up. If you have the opportunity to buy one and your heart is set on one I wouldn't just opt out for the next best option. How Long have you been looking for?

[lolmclol]

Hi all, I think I've come to the conclusion that a clean s2k within my budget is hard to come by. Therefore im looking at Alternative vehicles such as the gen2 mazda 3 mps.

Is this a good decision?

Mx5 kgo, or as they say, patience is a virtue my friend

[EKVTIR-T]

z3 6cyl
z4

[doosra]

ep3 :)

[pheestyle]

With my budget is ep3, mps, dc2/5r = 17-18k~

Been on and off with the s2k hunt for the last year. There's always a doubt that some bastards Gona poke holes in my roof or that my basketball training gear wouldn't fit in the boot.

[daevilone]

Seems I was very lucky with mine then.... Bought one within a couple weeks of seriously looking at adds and it was the first one I looked at... And the only one in act.

To comments on other cars for 25k that are similar... They don't really exist.

Z3 gutless and not very good handling.
z4. Only ones I found that I'd even consider buying were more like 30k, handling issues

Mx5. Biggest contender, beats handling, down on power, lacks a bit of class comparatively, far more common.

boxter... again not many s's for 25... More like 30. Non s version slow. And expensive as all hell to maintain/insure.

S2k is really it for the mid 20's roadster

[charlie15]

350z roadster

[EKVTIR-T]

acceleration times of non S boxster very close to s2k plus more useable torque,let alone s version which trumps it all round

z3 is known as one of the best handle roadsters of all time along with mx5s as well as in 6yl form faster than s2k in accel.

z4 to me look like shit but objectively they are on option for roadster

[DreadAngel]

Have you seen the bills an aged Boxster around the age of the AP1 is like?

You can buy a AP2 by the time you do some of the major work needed by that age...

There is a price to pay for that badge...


With my budget is ep3, mps, dc2/5r = 17-18k~

Been on and off with the s2k hunt for the last year. There's always a doubt that some bastards Gona poke holes in my roof or that my basketball training gear wouldn't fit in the boot.

Wouldn't go with the 3 MPS... Cronically boring =| [Personally]'

I would preserve with finding that S2000, might have to either take a notch or 2 down in expectation, fix it up and enjoy OR pay the premium for the good ones when they appear.

[EKVTIR-T]

Have you seen the bills an aged Boxster around the age of the AP1 is like?

You can buy a AP2 by the time you do some of the major work needed by that age...

There is a price to pay for that badge...

Not every one,and if youre noob and use a Porsche service centre sure but anyone mechanically minded and cluey it wouldnt be as bad

I actually love s2k's but theres a big world out there beyond Honda which most here dont seem to realise..

[doosra]

Have you seen the bills an aged Boxster around the age of the AP1 is like?

You can buy a AP2 by the time you do some of the major work needed by that age...

There is a price to pay for that badge...



Wouldn't go with the 3 MPS... Cronically boring =| [Personally]

spot on. I looked at a boxter at a dealership and saw the service reports. it had to have engine mounts replaced and that was like 8k bill.. so I said fk that!.. was also going to get a z4, had the bank cheque ready but then decided last minute I didnt want it. it had 2 broken cup holders and it was $600 each to replace.

luckily a mate had a s2000 for sale which i knew was well taken care of and I ended up getting a s2000, which I sold this year and now have a ep3 and damn I love the car :) absolutely love the fuel efficiency and now I drive it everyday to work.

my wife had a bmw 120i and it was nothing but problems and hefty repair bills.

I would only go European if it was under warranty only. I bought a new Audi a4 earlier this year and the damn thing has oil consumption issues already so have to get pistons replaced. luckily under warranty.

I've had 3 Honda's and have not had one mechanical problem. had 2 European cars and both had oil consumption issues.

[pheestyle]

There an ep3r in qld for 16k. Is that worth it?
Like there's so much limitations being a student with a budget. I can't really fly over to a state or fork money to get the car sussed out, it's just to expensive to justify.

Ep3 are pretty rare in Adelaide. I think there's only 2 that I've seen

[DreadAngel]

Not every one, and if youre noob and use a Porsche service centre sure but anyone mechanically minded and cluey it wouldnt be as bad

I actually love s2k's but theres a big world out there beyond Honda which most here dont seem to realise..

Basic servicing I know if you DIY you can avoid the general servicing cost but I'm talking about the more major servicing etc. Even parts alone is scary... I tried to help a friend find cheap stock parts for her Boxster... That went well...

Hahaha, I've been out of Hondas for... about 6yrs so far so I'm well aware of cars outside of Hondas thx ;) In fact enjoyed spanking them =P

[doosra]

There an ep3r in qld for 16k. Is that worth it?
Like there's so much limitations being a student with a budget. I can't really fly over to a state or fork money to get the car sussed out, it's just to expensive to justify.

Ep3 are pretty rare in Adelaide. I think there's only 2 that I've seen

you could pick up an ep3 for about 16-18k easily, some are modded with some good parts as well so u could save some money buying one with mods if u wanted to mod in future. I'm referring to Sydney market. haven't looked into Adelaide

[doosra]

Basic servicing I know if you DIY you can avoid the general servicing cost but I'm talking about the more major servicing etc. Even parts alone is scary... I tried to help a friend find cheap stock parts for her Boxster... That went well...

Hahaha, I've been out of Hondas for... about 6yrs so far so I'm well aware of cars outside of Hondas thx ;) In fact enjoyed spanking them =P

what are you driving now? I'm thinking maybe golf r next or wouldn't mind an Audi S model

[DreadAngel]

spot on. I looked at a boxter at a dealership and saw the service reports. it had to have engine mounts replaced and that was like 8k bill.. so I said fk that!.. was also going to get a z4, had the bank cheque ready but then decided last minute I didnt want it. it had 2 broken cup holders and it was $600 each to replace.

luckily a mate had a s2000 for sale which i knew was well taken care of and I ended up getting a s2000, which I sold this year and now have a ep3 and damn I love the car :) absolutely love the fuel efficiency and now I drive it everyday to work.

my wife had a bmw 120i and it was nothing but problems and hefty repair bills.

I would only go European if it was under warranty only. I bought a new Audi a4 earlier this year and the damn thing has oil consumption issues already so have to get pistons replaced. luckily under warranty.

I've had 3 Honda's and have not had one mechanical problem. had 2 European cars and both had oil consumption issues.

Hahaha, had a nice talk with an Audi mechanic who was a customer at the shop, given I think 1L of engine oil as a courtesy? But really to account for the known engine oil consumption. Isn't that nice to know for a new car.

Protip: Buy the Audi platform shared VWs, they receive the previous gen Audi platforms with all the refinements and corrections made, basically close to perfected ;)

[doosra]

sorry, couldn't make sense of your protip :)

[DreadAngel]

what are you driving now? I'm thinking maybe golf r next or wouldn't mind an Audi S model

I did drive...

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/8606/img2747gt.jpg

Atm driving a Ford... Looking to return to Honda next year =)

[DreadAngel]

sorry, couldn't make sense of your protip :)

Ah, rephase...

Basically... The 'new' VWs use perfected older Audi platforms [chassis, powerplant, drivetrain, etc] =) Think A series as being the basis for the Golf, Jetta & IIRC he said Passat. So buy the VWs as they're less likely to have big issues =)

[doosra]

Gotcha. The issues are only with the 2.0 tfsi models so hopefully Audi have perfected things and no more problems. I think I'll go diesel next though, save so much on petty

[curtis265]

what? There's better cars than hondas?

[ludecrs]

theres a big world out there beyond Honda which most here dont seem to realise..

Quote of the decade.

[Ten Four]

^+1

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-LH-Cup-Holder-E85-86-Z4-Model-To-2009-Part-51-45-7-070-323-Brand-New-/150959512060?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2325e359fc&_uhb=1

I have an E39 BMW daily - cheaper to run than S2K parts wise cause I get all my stuff from eBay UK...

And I looked at a 986 Boxster S before looking at my S2k - had my mech go around it and found starter motor dying plus needed 1 replacement cat. In the end I didn't buy it cause the price wasn't right (30k) but I seriously regret buying the S2K and wish I had bought the boxster instead. Oh well. There'll be time for other cars in the future :thumbsup:

[EKVTIR-T]

yep euro cars in UK go for peanuts after they get on in age

would be good to have some good spares contacts besides ebay though

[doosra]

EBay might be cheap but try going direct.

[Ten Four]

Usually my contacts can't match eBay UK prices.. The best contact to have though is a shipping one.

[ALPS]

http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k494/Alpish/photo3.jpg

or you can buy a jazz :D im loving it. most practical for a daily. i still have my s13, probably track dedicate it.

[lolmclol]

.....

[DreadAngel]

Hahahaha, killed it XD

[charlie15]

A jazz is the total opposite of an s. if you're in the market for an s I doubt you'll be satisfied with a jazz. They are actually quite nice to drive, my gf was close to buying one but she bought an sp23 instead which goes a whole lot better

[DreadAngel]

Mazda 3 SP23 is more rival with Civic ;)

[ALPS]

not really, my jazz is still a high revving economical honda vtec engine. 5.5l/100km. the sp23 would be close to 9l/100km. i think the s2000 even does better than that.lol.
A jazz is the total opposite of an s. if you're in the market for an s I doubt you'll be satisfied with a jazz. They are actually quite nice to drive, my gf was close to buying one but she bought an sp23 instead which goes a whole lot better

[lolmclol]

Auto or manual?

[ALPS]

auto with paddle shifters too :p
Auto or manual?

[lolmclol]

auto with paddle shifters too :p

hahaha had a feeling it was automatic. nice fuel economy for sure!

[black8thgen]

paddles is like playing gt5 on ps3 except on the road lol

man 5.5L/100km is so good....

[pheestyle]

been looking at all other alternatives.. they all seem to come back to an s2000. guess i gotta save up a little bit more

in other news does anyone know anything about this one?
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2001-13816138?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=2&eapi=2&__N=1246+1252+1247+1282+4294965322+4294964924+1216&num=15&silo=Stock&Range=Price:Min,20000~0.5&sort=default

[ludecrs]

why are there no front photos? lol

[DreadAngel]

been looking at all other alternatives.. they all seem to come back to an s2000. guess i gotta save up a little bit more

in other news does anyone know anything about this one?
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2001-13816138?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=2&eapi=2&__N=1246+1252+1247+1282+4294965322+4294964924+1216&num=15&silo=Stock&Range=Price:Min,20000~0.5&sort=default

I haven't looked at it personally, but that's been up for at least 4mths iirc...

Also like ludecrs said, no frontal action...

Camera shy maybe...

[charlie15]

Go have a look. Some people just have no idea how to take photos. Or they are just avoiding the front. Approx 90% of those pics have been taken from the rear haha

[black8thgen]

another issue is that many ppl put up old pics of the car. eg. before an accident so u cant see any panel gaps in the pics and then u go there and it looks like shit lol

[wtfhax]

been looking at all other alternatives.. they all seem to come back to an s2000. guess i gotta save up a little bit more

in other news does anyone know anything about this one?
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2001-13816138?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=2&eapi=2&__N=1246+1252+1247+1282+4294965322+4294964924+1216&num=15&silo=Stock&Range=Price:Min,20000~0.5&sort=default

See this car on the way to work everyday parked near a smash repair place which im guessing the owner works at. I've also seen the front bar sprayed in primer before.

[lolmclol]

^ nothing sus with working at a smash repair place LOL WUT

[drifter]

anyone knoe any info about this one ? i pretty sure this was in WA ago.

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2004-13754892?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=1&eapi=2&__N=1246+1252+1247+1282+4294965322+4294964924+1216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=default

[charlie15]

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-1999-13922774?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=9&eapi=2&__N=1246+1252+1247+1282+4294965322+4294964924+1216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=LastUpdate

This looks alright. Cheap too if all checks out

[RR.]

anyone knoe any info about this one ? i pretty sure this was in WA ago.

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2004-13754892?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=1&eapi=2&__N=1246+1252+1247+1282+4294965322+4294964924+1216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=default

Car was originally sold at the start of the year in VIC for $30K with 70K kms

Now the seller wants to sell it for the same price he bought it for but with 30K more kms

Seller also claims it to be an AP2 V1 but it has AP1 interior (Center console, cluster, door cards, etc) and AP2 V2 seats (I know some of the earlier jap spec AP2's came like this but still abit sus)

[lolmclol]

Car was originally sold at the start of the year in VIC for $30K with 70K kms

Now the seller wants to sell it for the same price he bought it for but with 30K more kms

Seller also claims it to be an AP2 V1 but it has AP1 interior (Center console, cluster, door cards, etc) and AP2 V2 seats (I know some of the earlier jap spec AP2's came like this but still abit sus)

The seller is stupid, should have sold it in WA .. would have fetched his asking price without doubts.

[Ten Four]

WA is the cheapest place to buy an S2K I've sort of noticed?

[JDM-Panda]

Car was originally sold at the start of the year in VIC for $30K with 70K kms

Now the seller wants to sell it for the same price he bought it for but with 30K more kms

Seller also claims it to be an AP2 V1 but it has AP1 interior (Center console, cluster, door cards, etc) and AP2 V2 seats (I know some of the earlier jap spec AP2's came like this but still abit sus)


The car was actually originally in Sydney with a blown head gasket. Was then bought by someone in Melb. Then sold to someone in WA now back to Melb.

When the car was in Sydney it was registered as a 99' AP1

[lolmclol]

WA is the cheapest place to buy an S2K I've sort of noticed?

Cars in WA tend to be more expensive than the eastern states counterparts.

[Ten Four]

Cars in WA tend to be more expensive than the eastern states counterparts.

Yes true but seemingly not with S2000s. Likely due to P plate laws over east.

[11155kp]

Anyone knows about this s2000? I am wanting to buy it.. http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/honda-s2000-1999-13891418?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=2&eapi=2&__N=1246+1252+1247+1282+4294965322+4294964924+1216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=~Price

[lolmclol]

Anyone knows about this s2000? I am wanting to buy it.. http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/honda-s2000-1999-13891418?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=2&eapi=2&__N=1246+1252+1247+1282+4294965322+4294964924+1216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=~Price


pretty sure its self explanatory.

[h3nno]

Y'all play nice now.

Pics of F355?

[RR.]

The car was actually originally in Sydney with a blown head gasket. Was then bought by someone in Melb. Then sold to someone in WA now back to Melb.

When the car was in Sydney it was registered as a 99' AP1

Confirming my suspicion of it really being an AP1

Would stay very away from this one

[Paul.Z]

check what came up on jdmst!! seems legit and cheap too!!!
http://forum.jdmstyletuning.com/showthread.php?50785-NSW-MY00-Honda-s2000-black-on-black.

[black8thgen]

definitely seems to be worth checking out. Great price if it checks out fine...

Things that worry me are the absence of front and side H and S2000 badges (but there can be many perfectly reasonable explanations for this)

[doosra]

That's a damn sexy s2000. I miss my S now..

[Azuras]

bit of a sideways question.

I have been drooling over these s2k's for a few years now, they are balanced and sexy.
probably the only honda i would want to own (the missus has her civic and i think its a fun little car but not me)

now for the question

I am 6'4"
Will i fit into an s2k? or should i give up on owning one

Cheers


And for above linked car, simple and classy looking :D

[EKVTIR-T]

yeah that black on black looks sick

[curtis265]

bit of a sideways question.

I have been drooling over these s2k's for a few years now, they are balanced and sexy.
probably the only honda i would want to own (the missus has her civic and i think its a fun little car but not me)

now for the question

I am 6'4"
Will i fit into an s2k? or should i give up on owning one

Cheers


And for above linked car, simple and classy looking :D

you'll have no problem with headroom.

but a bit with legroom.

[black8thgen]

I'm 6" and have lots of headroom to spare. I have long legs though and leg room could definitely become a major issue if there were legs considerably longer than mine in there..

[Azuras]

you'll have no problem with headroom.

but a bit with legroom.

hmmmm

gonna have to try find one to have a sit in.
its usually the headroom i have an issue with.

[doosra]

6"4, I think legroom will be a problem :)

[drifter]

Confirming my suspicion of it really being an AP1

Would stay very away from this one

awesome guy!

i will just have to keep looking!

White S2K are SEXY

[slackzy]

I'm 6'3 and I have no issues with either head or leg room. 1" isn't going to make that much of a difference.

[ludecrs]

Tell that to your g/f

[Azuras]

Tell that to your g/f

SOOOOOO saw that post coming when i read the 1" isnt much of a difference post

considered an "Every inch counts" post myself

[manonastick]

Im like 5"8 and i found the s2k to have alot of space :D

[Charles_91]

There's a 08 and 07 for sale on gumtree I'm not sure if there a legit add or not

[charlie15]

If they red one checks out for under 30k it's a great deal

[azn_dr3am3r]

Hey guys,

Im in the market for an S2K and found one in QLD. Link here
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-1999-13492379?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=4&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%2042949 64924%20900%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=default

The car is in top notch condition (got it checked out by my mate, who is a mechanic). Now the car has finance on it and I have read up the guideline to buy an encummbed vehicle so I wont be giving him the money directly, but rather 2 cheques one to the bank and one to him for the difference.

Anything else I should look out for?

Also the car has the plate "Koufala", anyone deal with this guy before?

Thanks,

[Azuras]

Why oh why are there so few of these in dealerships??

Im looking at a few on carsales that will have me flying interstate and driving back.

Just clearing christmas debt and then i shall be in the market

[ludecrs]

Hey guys,

Im in the market for an S2K and found one in QLD. Link here
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-1999-13492379?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=4&eapi=2&__N=12 46%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%204294964924% 20900%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=default

The car is in top notch condition (got it checked out by my mate, who is a mechanic). Now the car has finance on it and I have read up the guideline to buy an encummbed vehicle so I wont be giving him the money directly, but rather 2 cheques one to the bank and one to him for the difference.

Anything else I should look out for?

Also the car has the plate "Koufala", anyone deal with this guy before?

Thanks,

I live in new farm. Haven't seen it about in past 3yrs, just a stock blue one. Can sus it out one day if u want?

[Captainplanet]

Ideas, opinions and info about this one?

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-1999-12863355?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=3&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%2042949 64924%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=default

[ALPS]

all i know is it's way too much for an 99 AP1 with that many kms.. and its been for sale for a looooongg time. and pics show that it has been resprayed, who knows why..
Ideas, opinions and info about this one?

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-1999-12863355?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=3&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%2042949 64924%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=default

[black8thgen]

all i know is it's way too much for an 99 AP1 with that many kms.. and its been for sale for a looooongg time. and pics show that it has been resprayed, who knows why..

^ this. It's been up for probably almost a year now if memory serves me correct. I'm sure you can find a much better deal in VIC...

[Captainplanet]

Yeah im New to the scene. Quality Information just keeping options Open.

[GONB4U]

The blue 03 S2000 on gumtree with tan interior has finance owing on it and has
fake log books.

[aaronm]

hey guys, been looking for an s2k for awhile now.
had a look at this one today
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2000-14035088?base=&vertical=Car&cr=12&page=2&eapi=2&__N=4294965322%204294964924%201247%201282%201252%2 01246%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=LastUpdate

any thoughts and opinions would be greatly appreciated.

[pure_na]

lol find it funny that i've *never* seen it considering he lives within 2km to me...my sisters have though (reason i know where he lives).
to be honest, i like it. the condition from the pictures looks imaculate, the price reflects the kms and the colour (as funny as that may sound).
people will disagree with me, but i think it's fairly priced. if you are able to take more than a few grand off it you're getting a bargain :).

oh and as i said in another thread:

"should be quoted at the top of these forums as a guide to checking out cars.
Step 1 - go see the car
Step 2 - inspect the car, look for anything that looks wrong. you don't need to be a mechanic or panel beater for this, i'm not and inspected 5 s2000's i wasn't happy with.
Step 3 - drive the car, see if anything feels wrong
Step 4 (or step 1 if they are free, i'm not sure if they are any more) - do the vin checks and all that make sure it's not a write-off
Step 5 - ask about it on the forums and take it to a professional to have it looked at."

[aaronm]

thanks for the quick reply. Same, I live around the area and have never seen it once.
He does have a daily euro though and did mention he hardly drives it.
I did take a look at the car today. There were a couple of scratches, one on the door and another on the front bumper but nothing major.
The seats are a little worn but I guess that's expected. Did a compression test, all around 225 so seems fine there.
Also took a quick drive, everything seems good.
I do believe it to be a bit overpriced however and that's the only thing holding me back at the moment.

[pure_na]

i've got a thing with s2000 seats. i hate them. in every way. mine has done extremely low ks, and over the last 5k km of me using it i have watched the seats deteriorate at a ridiculous pace. if you see an ap1 with perfect seats, they have been retrimmed or replaced.

as far as it being overpriced, that's a fair call. keep in mind though that white s2000's are rare as f*ck. seems like you are going about the purchase the right way, work out your own budget and go from there. personally i love black s2000's, so consider whether it's wise to pay more for white when black/yellow/blue/silver/whatever-colour-you-like looks good too...

oh, and just a bit of trivia. a member on these forums sold his white s2k with 180k kms on it for 21 grand or so (23 from memory but honestly can't remember) in 1 week. the reason it took him a week was because i had him hold it for me before changing my mind. the guy who bought it put it back up straight away for 31 grand lol. don't know if it sold or not, but it's not up any more...

[black8thgen]

Yeah i remember that white one lol.. was pretty cleanly modded too. I've never seen the car around anymore but maybe cos I'm not out and about as much as before now.

That white one above looks like a decent car but a little overpriced. Keep in mind - i picked up an 03 ap1 (updated bits n pieces) in black with tan interior 68000km on the clock and the only negatives were stone chips and scratches on the front bumper. Had some basic mods on it as well. Seller was asking 29 i got it down to 27 and to this day i still feel like it was a good buy. If you can get that price down a couple grand or so and with the white honda tax in mind... could be decent buy!

[black8thgen]

A nice black one just popped up on carsales. 91k km with decent additions (bar the kings springs)

[pure_na]

EDIT: so aparently i was looking at the wrong s2k. hmmm, i still prefer the white one you went to see.

if you are still looking at the white one you went to see, have a look at this:
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2003-14056224?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=1&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%2042949 64924%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=default

the one you are looking at is more valuable than this one, and I would be willing to bet in better condition. and this one isn't nego on price at all.

DISCLAIMER - i apologize to any seller of any s2000 that i offend, my words are purely opinions and *not* fact.

[ludecrs]

^ Genuine front lip too.
Front bumper has been resprayed at some point.

[-JC-]

Edit: Double Rant

[-JC-]

EDIT: so aparently i was looking at the wrong s2k. hmmm, i still prefer the white one you went to see.

if you are still looking at the white one you went to see, have a look at this:
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2003-14056224?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=1&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%2042949 64924%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=default

the one you are looking at is more valuable than this one, and I would be willing to bet in better condition. and this one isn't nego on price at all.

DISCLAIMER - i apologize to any seller of any s2000 that i offend, my words are purely opinions and *not* fact.

This bloke is clearly VERY keen to impress buyers . . . 'No-one will be allowed to test drive' . . . what? In case they hear the diff whining? Sure mate, I'm happy to hand over $30k without a test drive, would you like to fcuk my mrs too?

[aaronm]

Just put the deposit on the white s2k!!! After searching for so long im so happy ones finally mine.
Picked up for 26.5.. Kinda pricey but I was willing to pay the white Honda tax and for an unmolested one.
It does need new tyres to get rwc done. Can anyone recommend some cheapish tyres that will last for a while until
I get new rims? He just has stock rims on

[Ten Four]

26.5 not bad imho for the most sought after colour combo + low km and straight.

[Jasemas]

Just put the deposit on the white s2k!!! After searching for so long im so happy ones finally mine.
Picked up for 26.5.. Kinda pricey but I was willing to pay the white Honda tax and for an unmolested one.
It does need new tyres to get rwc done. Can anyone recommend some cheapish tyres that will last for a while until
I get new rims? He just has stock rims on

Don't skimp out on tyres mate
They're whats holding the car to road :)

[seancrx9]

Does anyone know history on this car? He says somethi g locks up or makes noises in diff when turning corners. Wt?


http://carsales.mobi/cars/details/?R=14060539

[black8thgen]

Aaronm which one did u pick up? 26.5k isn't bad at all depending on car!

EDIT: think I know which one. From melb yeh? Looks good man v clean from pics! Congrats ;)

[manonastick]

Just put the deposit on the white s2k!!! After searching for so long im so happy ones finally mine.
Picked up for 26.5.. Kinda pricey but I was willing to pay the white Honda tax and for an unmolested one.
It does need new tyres to get rwc done. Can anyone recommend some cheapish tyres that will last for a while until
I get new rims? He just has stock rims on

Is it the one i see on the jdmst thread ?
if soo well done haha

[pure_na]

This bloke is clearly VERY keen to impress buyers . . . 'No-one will be allowed to test drive' . . . what? In case they hear the diff whining? Sure mate, I'm happy to hand over $30k without a test drive, would you like to fcuk my mrs too?

hmm, in his defense, i wouldn't allow any test drives if i sold unless you could show me a bank statement/cash with my asking price. bought/sold a few cars, never been as protective as i am of my s2k.

[manonastick]

hmm, in his defense, i wouldn't allow any test drives if i sold unless you could show me a bank statement/cash with my asking price. bought/sold a few cars, never been as protective as i am of my s2k.

Well with sellers like that, i usually ask them to drive around instead and hear for common problems of the s2k, And you can feel what the drivers is feeling as well soo any shudder or something wrong you be able to spot them too. If they deny that too ill stay away from the car. I watched the previous owner of my car let 3 different people test the car within 1hour and all of us rushed to the bank but luckily i had my ways

[pure_na]

yeh that works. thing is i wouldn't mind allowing a test drive, but you would have to show me money. i'm not asking for a deposit (which is what a lot of people do), i'm just asking for evidence that after you are 100% happy with my car, you will buy it. end of the day, if i had it up for 25, 30, 35, 40 whatever, you either have the money or you don't.

for the record, i went to see 5 cars in a week, and even when OFFERED to drive them, i declined, as i only wanted to test drive if i was 100% happy with everything else, and the only thing stopping me from purchase was to test the car myself. only 1 matched that criteria, so i returned to see it rather than testing it first time. felt bad though because i had it looked at and it wasn't what i thought so i didn't buy it.

[RR.]

Does anyone know history on this car? He says somethi g locks up or makes noises in diff when turning corners. Wt?


http://carsales.mobi/cars/details/?R=14060539

Previous owner killed the diff/axles/cv joints (one of them, can't remember) by having 20" chromies that were too heavy for the car, which he replaced/fixed.

I would assume the noises are from them being replaced/fixed poorly, etc.

[manonastick]

yeh that works. thing is i wouldn't mind allowing a test drive, but you would have to show me money. i'm not asking for a deposit (which is what a lot of people do), i'm just asking for evidence that after you are 100% happy with my car, you will buy it. end of the day, if i had it up for 25, 30, 35, 40 whatever, you either have the money or you don't.

for the record, i went to see 5 cars in a week, and even when OFFERED to drive them, i declined, as i only wanted to test drive if i was 100% happy with everything else, and the only thing stopping me from purchase was to test the car myself. only 1 matched that criteria, so i returned to see it rather than testing it first time. felt bad though because i had it looked at and it wasn't what i thought so i didn't buy it.

Well i was in different budget and took every chance to test drive one. I had my friends one as a benchmark and just tested if the owner allowed. I wasnt allowed to be picky and the only criteria i had is straight chasis and fine engine i was lucky to find one that drove like my friends one with 80k kms despite having almost double km

[Charles_91]

Just put the deposit on the white s2k!!! After searching for so long im so happy ones finally mine.
Picked up for 26.5.. Kinda pricey but I was willing to pay the white Honda tax and for an unmolested one.
It does need new tyres to get rwc done. Can anyone recommend some cheapish tyres that will last for a while until
I get new rims? He just has stock rims on


There's a shop in Thomastown (assuming your from melbourne) they sell tyres for around 60 bucks brand new.. Obviously not the best brand but good for now until u get rims

[drifter]

what do u guy think of this one "GPW S2K " ? just pop out

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-1999-14071633?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=3&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%2042949 64924%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=LastUpdate

low k at a decent price

[black8thgen]

Hard to tell from pics. Take a look at it. If all checks out would defs be a decent buy at that price (or lower)

[tay113]

Its mostly the case with buyers and sellers whereby people want the best price on either side of the fench.Nothing like be sure than be sorry if the vehicles not properly check out and end up with the lemons as i personally experience with a nissan 260z(2seater) during my earlier years.
Happy hunting guys. cheers tay

[seancrx9]

What about the respray? How did it come about with that?

[Paul.Z]

so..i've seen this on carsales for abit http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-1999-13956528?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=0&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%2042949 64924%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=~Price

[black8thgen]

s2000 side fender badge is in the complete wrong place - means it's been replaced at some time (possibly due to a hit?)

That's all i can tell from a 30second look while at work

[ALPS]

front badge is black, and like black8thgen said, the side fender badges are in the wrong place as well, colour looks a bit off, alignment doesnt look hundred percent where the bumper meets the fenders and bonnet,, guaranteed has had some sort of playing around with at the front, whether it be badges ripped off for looks and put back on or an actual accident..

and i love how they say 'no accident history', just cos it's not on paper.

just know that when something seems too cheap to be real. it is too cheap to be real.. but hey, on the other side, if it's been repaired good, there's no damage behind the guards and bumper and no structural damage existant, good deal. but i dont want a car knowing it's been played with, plus lowered and no mention of driveshafts been replaced, guaranteed the cv joints are on their way as well.

lol i love the name of the seller

[doosra]

Its damn cheap and if its repaired well and you're on a tight budget than its a good buy.

[lolmclol]

Any neglect and s2000's appear to not go hand in hand as far as I know.

[pure_na]

^ I agree with the above however,

As far as i can tell, a decent s2000 will go for around 21. When i say decent, i mean there's a good chance you are getting a fairly good condition car - at 21, it's certainly no guarantee.
Now hypothetically, if i bought that car for 16, the 5k price difference would allow me to make certain parts completely bulletproof. as long as the engine was fine, i'm pretty sure i would be covered to make other known expensive parts unbreakable - which i would do straight away regardless of whether they were fine or not.

This is definately not the path i took lol, but something i considered.

I do believe that at 16k, you're going to need a pretty large buffer to cover you for any problems that may arise.

[Paul.Z]

ahaha, thanks guise!

[$BBB]

Does anyone know history on this car? He says somethi g locks up or makes noises in diff when turning corners. Wt?


http://carsales.mobi/cars/details/?R=14060539

i went to see this one, he said something about nut locking the wheels so it travels at the same rate. like a LSD

[AusS2000]

I'd suggest it is more to do with the nut that holds the wheel.

[11155kp]

Has anyone looked at the IT33ZE .. The silver one with chrome rim and changed headlight on Carsales

[black8thgen]

yeah i have

dont bother, trust me lol

[11155kp]

It's a shit one ?

[lolmclol]

Chromies should say enough about how its been treated :-0

[11155kp]

But there's a Apexi vtec inside ..

[black8thgen]

guards are slightly damaged

paint isnt in the best condition

at the time I THINK i noticed a bit of a gap in some door panels - not 100% sure though but it was just a bad feeling I had at the time

Interior looked in okay condition.

Car is really low though and its on springs i believe. and on chromies, which means... suspension is probably fuarked

[11155kp]

My mate is going to buy it tonight -_-"

[lolmclol]

Inb4 buyers remorse

[black8thgen]

oh no.. Well.. I could be wrong on everything I said.. who knows... but hopefully for your mate I am..

also.. the car has been up for ages was on gumtree fair while ago when i went to look at it

[11155kp]

He bought it already .. All the best on him la ..

I bought mine awhile ago from blacktown paulicoautos

[manonastick]

^ I agree with the above however,

As far as i can tell, a decent s2000 will go for around 21. When i say decent, i mean there's a good chance you are getting a fairly good condition car - at 21, it's certainly no guarantee.
Now hypothetically, if i bought that car for 16, the 5k price difference would allow me to make certain parts completely bulletproof. as long as the engine was fine, i'm pretty sure i would be covered to make other known expensive parts unbreakable - which i would do straight away regardless of whether they were fine or not.

This is definately not the path i took lol, but something i considered.

I do believe that at 16k, you're going to need a pretty large buffer to cover you for any problems that may arise.

Thats the path that i went with :D
You can apply the theory that on a 30k s2k as well, could look good and seem well but problems will arise it is a 5~12years old car after all nothing is for certain. Buying a second hand car it self is a big gamble from the start.

[pure_na]

Thats the path that i went with :D
You can apply the theory that on a 30k s2k as well, could look good and seem well but problems will arise it is a 5~12years old car after all nothing is for certain. Buying a second hand car it self is a big gamble from the start.

haha any retrospective thoughts? i'm happy with my decision with the s2k (it was my best mates, so it was a guarantee i will not have the luxury of next time around), but my next car i think i'll take that path so it would be good to know any pointers.

[genkitofu]

what would the costs be to import one now days? just curious

[Ten Four]

^lol...

[pure_na]

what would the costs be to import one now days? just curious

a job and years worth of accomodation, both in japan for starters.

[manonastick]

a job and years worth of accomodation, both in japan for starters.

doesn't need to be japan. . . just anywhere that has it
you could go NZ and import a type s and the bring back here after a year too

[genkitofu]

doesn't need to be japan. . . just anywhere that has it
you could go NZ and import a type s and the bring back here after a year too

yeah iv been kinda just randomly looking in nz every now and then but most iv seen has some pretty riced up kits on them but i guess im just exploring other options and just waiting it out and see whats gonna come around nothing wrong with just window shopping here and there right guys?

[DreadAngel]

Dw, the others were laughing cause you might not know about SEVS and why you can't simply import into Australia...

[11155kp]

Anyone went to inspect this one ??
Very interested..
How is it??
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/five-dock/cars-vans-utes/honda-s2000/1012986457

[black8thgen]

price is a bit high for the ks?

front bumper has been respsrayed too

if you're gonna spend up near 28k theres heaps better ones on carsales!

[ND-HAX]

Blue S2000's look awesome! I recently bought a Bermuda Blue 2007 S2000 with 11,200 kms on the clock and clean in the sun it looks amazing! However i might have to end-up selling it, but i'll see how things go. Monte Carlo Blue is also nice, a bit dark but still good. Apex blue is too bright IMO.

dude where did you find the 2007 blue one? was it an import?

[Parky]

What do you guys think of this one ?

http://bit.ly/X5MN6O

[lolmclol]

What do you guys think of this one ?

http://bit.ly/X5MN6O

Only if it has log books and service history to show the KMs are genuine and its been looked after to an extent.

What's with all the stickers hahahahahaha.

[EKVTIR-T]

yeah that one looks like an abortion

[DreadAngel]

Dear god what the hell...

[lolmclol]

hard to tell what model of car it is

[AusS2000]

Dear god what the hell...

God isn't a member of OzHonda.

[ALPS]

LOL! all i know is it has been for sale for a very long time, i remember checking it out on rta. its an 04 model not 05. it looks ugly. an AP2 at that price wouldn't be for sale for sooo long if it was neat. He'd have an alot better chance selling if he restored it to stock

BM37EE
2004 SILVER HON S2000 SEDAN
VIN/Chassis: ********0274


What do you guys think of this one ?

http://bit.ly/X5MN6O

[Parky]

LOL! all i know is it has been for sale for a very long time, i remember checking it out on rta. its an 04 model not 05. it looks ugly. an AP2 at that price wouldn't be for sale for sooo long if it was neat. He'd have an alot better chance selling if he restored it to stock

BM37EE
2004 SILVER HON S2000 SEDAN
VIN/Chassis: ********0274

Was it a write off or had a major accident ?

[black8thgen]

that car been up for at least a year. The fact it hasnt sold yet is probably enough of an indication that u shud stay away!

[lolmclol]

God isn't a member of OzHonda.

God is all around is m8... no god bless 4 u aye

[ALPS]

dunno, didn't pay for the full check.. but pics definately show signs of respray on the drivers side fender and door.
Was it a write off or had a major accident ?

[lolmclol]

could be even be a private repair and not recorded on REVs.

[DreadAngel]

http://creedorchaos.files.wordpress.com/2007/04/toogood.jpg

[jooboo]

Man this s looks pretty legit, just popped up on carsales yesterday!

http://carsales.mobi/cars/details/?R=14334749

[doosra]

Man this s looks pretty legit, just popped up on carsales yesterday!

http://carsales.mobi/cars/details/?R=14334749

Pretty damn exxy for 2000 model with 140km

[AusS2000]

Yeah, tell him he's dreaming.

[jooboo]

Lol I think I've priced it accordingly given the parts.

If someone wants to pay the price of a stock s2000 that can be arranged.

I guess if you're comparing it to stock 99 model s2000s its a bit exxy. But it's just like guys selling modded eg's/ek's for sub 20k...is not for everyone but for the right person...they don't mind

[lolmclol]

Lol I think I've priced it accordingly given the parts.

If someone wants to pay the price of a stock s2000 that can be arranged.

I guess if you're comparing it to stock 99 model s2000s its a bit exxy. But it's just like guys selling modded eg's/ek's for sub 20k...is not for everyone but for the right person...they don't mind

inb4 shit storm

[AusS2000]

Lol I think I've priced it accordingly given the parts.

If someone wants to pay the price of a stock s2000 that can be arranged.

I guess if you're comparing it to stock 99 model s2000s its a bit exxy. But it's just like guys selling modded eg's/ek's for sub 20k...is not for everyone but for the right person...they don't mind

Is your phone ringing off the hook? And abusive calls from eg/ek owners don't count.

[AusS2000]

Man this s looks pretty legit, just popped up on carsales yesterday!

http://carsales.mobi/cars/details/?R=14334749

LOL, way to self publicise.

[AusS2000]

Lol I think I've priced it accordingly given the parts.


The rule of thumb I ascribe to is for every dollar you spend modding your car, take a dollar off the asking price.

My car is so modified I'd have to save up to sell it.

[jooboo]

The rule of thumb I ascribe to is for every dollar you spend modding your car, take a dollar off the asking price.

My car is so modified I'd have to save up to sell it.

LOL i guess i should start saving too...

[doosra]

The rule of thumb I ascribe to is for every dollar you spend modding your car, take a dollar off the asking price.

My car is so modified I'd have to save up to sell it.

Yeah I agree, I purchased an ep3 last year and spent over 7k on mods and if I were to sell it I'd doubt I'd even get back the price I bought it for but I guess an s2k may be different as it may be harder to find one in decent condition.

[pure_na]

The rule of thumb I ascribe to is for every dollar you spend modding your car, take a dollar off the asking price.

My car is so modified I'd have to save up to sell it.

lol i like what jooboo has done - he's offering to nego on price if he removes mods. sends every 'modded cars are worth nothing' argument out the window. i would do the same if i sold mine, as i have every stock part. you get the car as it is for x amount, or stock for less. difference is jooboo is nicely offering to nego by removing parts, whereas i would offer it whole or stock, no in between, no nego on my prices :P.

[AusS2000]

sends every 'modded cars are worth nothing' argument out the window.

Ahh, but that wasn't my argument. Mine is that a stock car is worth more than a modded car.

And I will happily admit I am wrong. Someone just has to pay a premium for Jooboo's car. Shall I start baking that humble pie?

[pure_na]

but i wasn't arguing with you...

all i'm saying is that if jooboo removes mods, he can sell the car stock at 'stock' prices + receive moneys for mods sold separately.

[charlie15]

There seems to be a clean red one on carsales in Canberra 73,000 kms for 22k and its at a dealer. For anyone who's looking for one.

[AusS2000]

all i'm saying is that if jooboo removes mods, he can sell the car stock at 'stock' prices + receive moneys for mods sold separately.
Ahh, so what you're saying is that a modded car is worth money... if you unmod it. Very deep.

[pure_na]

Ahh, so what you're saying is that a modded car is worth money... if you unmod it. Very deep.

well i don't mean to boast but i put a lot of thought into it.

[jooboo]

Come on ladies lol

I understand I was asking too much for an ap1. Given people only want to spend 20k.

Will be parting out and selling very close to market price and stock except with hondata kpro, final drive etc and other little things here and there.

[AusS2000]

Call me that again and I'll hit you with my hand bag.

[lolmclol]

don't drop your tampons though mate, I think you need them at the moment.

[cracker]

buy mine u fags

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?170695-AP1-S2K-78-000km-s-with-books-10-months-rego-lt-3

[AusS2000]

buy mine u fags

You should meet lolmclol. I think you'd get on well.

[lolmclol]

I get along well with everyone, I'm not an unfriendly person.

[ALPS]

lol you guys kill me.

[lolmclol]

http://i.imgur.com/wBfIL.jpg

And I keep telling you, you flyboys crack me up!

[tuannn]

Hey guys, do you know this S2K ? Would appreciate your feed back.
http://i1303.photobucket.com/albums/...psb260f72b.jpg
http://i1303.photobucket.com/albums/...ps6a4985a2.jpg

[AusS2000]

Hey guys, do you know this S2K ? Would appreciate your feed back.
http://i1303.photobucket.com/albums/...psb260f72b.jpg
http://i1303.photobucket.com/albums/...ps6a4985a2.jpg

Linking FAIL

[tuannn]

http://i1303.photobu...zpsb260f72b.jpg
http://i1303.photobu...zps6a4985a2.jpg
Sorry !

[black8thgen]

is there a link to an ad?

[AusS2000]

You need to right click, copy link.

[tuannn]

is there a link to an ad?
No.. Its a private seller I saw.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/541599_4549645775266_668180381_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/306268_4549646535285_1690908258_n.jpg

[AusS2000]

Hmmm, wonder if it's been resprayed.

[tuannn]

Yeah it has. To some pearl red/orane color. And re-leathered. Theres 88,000KM on the clocks for a 1999. Legit ? Hence it once came from a dealer. Before the current owner. No logs books. :/

[black8thgen]

lol.. i wouldn't buy it. just saying

[lolmclol]

Something looks off about it.

[lolmclol]

Yeah it has. To some pearl red/orane color. And re-leathered. Theres 88,000KM on the clocks for a 1999. Legit ? Hence it once came from a dealer. Before the current owner. No logs books. :/

inb4 REVs registered.

[tuannn]

inb4 REVs registered.

What do you mean ?

[lolmclol]

What do you mean ?

If you don't know what REVs is, I wouldn't be buying a used car.

http://www.revs.com.au/what/

Read up.

[AusS2000]

Funny how all the ones with low Kms and resprayed have no log books. I must remember to hang onto mine.

[heyalannn]

http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa411/heyalannn/7953_562837747083591_1825345873_n_zpsea0b76f0.jpg

More photos from Downshift @ my facebook (http://www.facebook.com/heyalanexp) page. I'll be updating it daily.

[black8thgen]

u have an s2k now? looks pretty sweet

[heyalannn]

u have an s2k now? looks pretty sweet

Lol, I wish. It's just some guys at Downshift.

[ALPS]

has anyone actually gone and sussed out this one?http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-1999-12863355?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=6&eapi=2&__N=1216%20903%201246%201247%201252%201282%2042949 65322%204294964924&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=~Odometer

[black8thgen]

man that one has been up for sale since i first began looking at s2ks... which was like 1.5 years ago or something..

i tried contacting the owner but no response so yeah left it at that.... being interstate i didn't pursue any further

[ALPS]

i know its been ages, but just wondering why.. i cant wait to get another man. just patiently waiting for the right one.

[black8thgen]

you still been looking? no decent ones up in the past few months? I haven't been checking lately anymore but I was of the impression there were a few decent ones in Syd if you're keen for a little travel?

[YeahByuddy]

i just pick up black colour one today,coming with turbo. im going remove turbo and resell car as standar and partout turbo set if anyone interesting to buy?

[lolmclol]

i'll offer you 99c mun ... do you ship to wedge island?

[black8thgen]

i just pick up black colour one today,coming with turbo. im going remove turbo and resell car as standar and partout turbo set if anyone interesting to buy?

NSIS... haha

[ALPS]

nahh. i cbf with interstate travel, i dont know any reputable mechs there either to inspect it for me.. there are a lot up there at a cheaper price too. oh well, i'll find one.
you still been looking? no decent ones up in the past few months? I haven't been checking lately anymore but I was of the impression there were a few decent ones in Syd if you're keen for a little travel?

[black8thgen]

i could give u details of a couple good workshops up here if u like

[ALPS]

found my car, flying to QLD. lol not looking forward to driving back to melb though. 19 hrs!

[black8thgen]

wooo grats! link??

[ALPS]

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/honda-s2000-2002-14495038?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=14&page=2&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%204294965322%2042949 64924%201216&num=15&silo=Stock&sort=Year

[mtfreestyler]

Newbie starting the hunt here. Sounds like it is going to be harder than I expected to get a good S2000 without travelling out of Melbourne

[black8thgen]

damn looks pretty clean from the pics alps! good pick up it seems

[RenzokukenJ]

Theres a few in perth, but extremely pricey....

very low kms....

I am half looking half wishing I had more money for a newer s2k lmao

[black8thgen]

make the trip to the east :).

[ALPS]

thanks man. i really hope its as good as it seems and he is true to his words.


damn looks pretty clean from the pics alps! good pick up it seems

[Friiqtion]

thanks man. i really hope its as good as it seems and he is true to his words.
Curious how much did you get it for?

[Laura]

Yeah how much?

[ALPS]

i'd rather keep that to myself. :)

[aspirin_ash7]

Hey guys,

I am also in the hunt for one!
Anybody's thought on this one - http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Honda-S2000-2000/SSE-AD-2082328/?Cr=12

[RenzokukenJ]

Hey guys,

I am also in the hunt for one!
Anybody's thought on this one - http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Honda-S2000-2000/SSE-AD-2082328/?Cr=12

bit meh

the shroud over the steering wheel is not aligned, wonder if the steering wheel has been changed...

[daevilone]

Hey guys,

I am also in the hunt for one!
Anybody's thought on this one - http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Honda-S2000-2000/SSE-AD-2082328/?Cr=12

IMO looks pretty good.

Certainly worth a closer look if you are keen. Only thing that looked weird to me is that the roof should sit lower when it's down then it does in the photos.

[aspirin_ash7]

Just contacted the owner - doesn't come with service history and looks a bit dodgy after speaking to him lol. Thanks anyway!

[dc2screama]

Also after a Monte Carlo blue or berlina black s2000! Only 1999-2002 ap1
Let me know what you got peepzz!

[curtis265]

Also after a Monte Carlo blue or berlina black s2000! Only 1999-2002 ap1
Let me know what you got peepzz!
given this is a thread full of people competing to get the best one/s, i doubt anyone's going to give you a freebie..

[DreadAngel]

given this is a thread full of people competing to get the best one/s, i doubt anyone's going to give you a freebie..

I wouldn't :p

[dc2screama]

Just contacted the owner - doesn't come with service history and looks a bit dodgy after speaking to him lol. Thanks anyway!

Wouldn't bother with it dude.
Inspected it already, notchy gearbox, diff been replaced, oil leaks paint not the best and yeah no books

[dc2screama]

given this is a thread full of people competing to get the best one/s, i doubt anyone's going to give you a freebie..

Wouldn't hurt to try! Hahaha
So hard to find a good s!

[doosra]

Looks like my previous car is back for sale already.. I sold it about a year ago in June.. http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Honda-S2000-2001/SSE-AD-2048713/?Cr=3

It was a great car when I had it as I bought it off a friend who owned it for 7 years prior to me.. No mechanical problems what so ever.. only thing that needed attention was the roof being replaced which looks like it has by the lady that bought it off me.

Seems like it's only travelled 4,000 km's in the last year though cause i sold it at about 112,000... i regularly got it serviced at hanny's so it should come with log books.. if you guys are interested check it out.. the km's may be legit cause she works in the city, so she doesn't drive to work so it's probably just a weekend car..

[DreadAngel]

Why did it have to be Monte Carlo...

[EKVTIR-T]

Plenty of 86 to choose

[DreadAngel]

You Trollololololol XD

[curtis265]

ah well there ya go :)

[aspirin_ash7]

Hey guys, does anybody know anything about this one - http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Honda-S2000-1999/SSE-AD-2102154/?Cr=5
I'm really keen on this and i'm willing to make the trip to South Australia to check it out. If anybody from South Australia knows about this car or has any details or can see anything peculiar please let me know!
thanks

[RenzokukenJ]

I had a look at it mate

This is the information I have found

Comments
She's a zippy little red convertible, sure to get attention (if that's what you're into) but more importantly she's an exceptionally well built machine and a pleasure to drive.
This cheeky roadster has been the pride and joy of her owner and has been cared for accordingly with regular servicing and maintenance. Her interior, exterior and all mechanical systems are in pristine condition and she's always been kept safely garaged. She has never been modified or abused (like many S2000s) she is completely stock... a natural beauty.

A very regretful sale but has to go due to the changing needs of the family.

Please email, phone or text to make time for a viewing.

Serious shoppers only please.

[AusS2000]

You just quoted that verbatim from the ad? I'm pretty sure he can read.

[ALPS]

there really is no need for silly responses. trying to get a good s2000 and not a dud is a serious thing. p off to the spam threads and spamworks all over there if you're bored.

Back to the topic, the car looks clean in the ad, but i think it's overpriced for its year.

[RenzokukenJ]

my information i have given in the past has helped many people.

no need for negative responses.

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/customavatars/avatar37219_7.gif

[aspirin_ash7]

my information i have given in the past has helped many people.

no need for negative responses.

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/customavatars/avatar37219_7.gif
You Need something better to do bro ?


Back to the topic, thanks guys yeah i will see if i can get the price down. From looking at the ad seems clean and kept in great condition i will hopefully see if i can get someone to have a look. Thanks for the help :)


EDIT: I've actually found another one for a better deal. Any comments or thoughts or has anybody inspected this car already??
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Honda-S2000-2003/SSE-AD-996103/?Cr=4
Thanks!

[charlie15]

You Need something better to do bro ?


Back to the topic, thanks guys yeah i will see if i can get the price down. From looking at the ad seems clean and kept in great condition i will hopefully see if i can get someone to have a look. Thanks for the help :)


EDIT: I've actually found another one for a better deal. Any comments or thoughts or has anybody inspected this car already??
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Honda-S2000-2003/SSE-AD-996103/?Cr=4
Thanks!

Went to high school with this owners brother. Pretty sure it's a one owner car and that it's been taken care of. Remember seeing it once and it was in awesome condition. If its still this immaculate, it's probably worth having a look.

[Dart]

Hey guys I know of a really good S2 with RPF1, wheels, car black with Red interior, Melbourne. It may be worth a look. Pm me if serious

[aspirin_ash7]

Went to high school with this owners brother. Pretty sure it's a one owner car and that it's been taken care of. Remember seeing it once and it was in awesome condition. If its still this immaculate, it's probably worth having a look.

Went and saw the car. Oil leaks. Rear bumper was partly loose and service history didnt match up. Car had done 103k km's approx as of 2013. Checked service history and the last service was done 2011 100,000k's? not sure if it's legit but yeah mainly the oil leak was my biggest concern

[charlie15]

Went and saw the car. Oil leaks. Rear bumper was partly loose and service history didnt match up. Car had done 103k km's approx as of 2013. Checked service history and the last service was done 2011 100,000k's? not sure if it's legit but yeah mainly the oil leak was my biggest concern

Geez. Oh well tick that one off your list.

[RenzokukenJ]

not sure if it's legit but yeah mainly the oil leak was my biggest concern

arent the oil leaks sort of normal on the f20c block?

Right on the side facing the front bumper, sort of middle of the block?

[dc2screama]

This^ the last few s2ks Iv seen always have a dry oil patch at the front of the block facing the car!
Common issue!

[RenzokukenJ]

This^ the last few s2ks Iv seen always have a dry oil patch at the front of the block facing the car!
Common issue!

how easy is the fix though? i just know about the issue rather then the fix lmao

i know its only a slight leak though

[dc2screama]

how easy is the fix though? i just know about the issue rather then the fix lmao

i know its only a slight leak though

Not sure man lol, can anyone shed some light..
Anyone had the same problem and what they have fixed to stop the leak..

[ALPS]

pull of the cover. replace gasket. put cover back on. if its from the screw where the maintenance hole is. maybe just re-tension it. i don't know if they need to be replaced with a new one if they've been removed before.

[RenzokukenJ]

pull of the cover. replace gasket. put cover back on. if its from the screw where the maintenance hole is. maybe just re-tension it. i don't know if they need to be replaced with a new one if they've been removed before.

Seems to be from the maintenance screw, a lot of people on s2ki have the same problem lmao

[dc2screama]

Aw good so Maintenance screw or rocker gasket, both easy fix

[RenzokukenJ]

Does the maintenance screw have a gasket?

[phuongvu88]

good luck with your search guys.
i received a deposit for my S

[dc2screama]

good luck with your search guys.
i received a deposit for my S

Thanks mate, need it!

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/HONDA-S2000-14871037

Anyone in nsw gone out and seen this or anyone no anything about it that I should no?
Cheers

[dc2screama]

Or this..

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/HONDA-S2000-14823479

[Ten Four]

What would people value a 99 S2K with 115km, FSH... zero mech $ to spend, previously lightly hail damaged (pics to prove), fully resprayed but a horrible job now needing another full proper respray. No accidents ever...

Thinking whether I keep it forever or let it go..

[RenzokukenJ]

15kish?

[Ten Four]

Ha if someone offered me 15k I'd probably sell.. Might even chuck it up here and see if any interest.. See what other people think first though..

[RenzokukenJ]

Ha if someone offered me 15k I'd probably sell.. Might even chuck it up here and see if any interest.. See what other people think first though..

There's a s2k for sale in Perth here for 16k.. But stolen and recovered lol