s2k hunt continues!

I've seen it written time and again the s2000 isn't the fastest in a straight line or round the corners but overall it's been in the top 10 car choices many many times over the last 14 yrs.
It's about enjoying driving top down, vtec, rear wheel drive, stiff chassis, excellent road feedback, great turn in etc etc. It isn't perfect but tell me another car sub 60k that does all this any better? I want a car that I have to drive not a car with a computer that takes control.
I've had v8s,turbo sixes,4x4, 5cyl turbo, been in a 950hp gtr but nothing compares to a run thru the twisties with the top down listening to the vtec sing. (Unless it was an s2000 turbo or SC) :)

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I test drove a 370z yesterday. It was quite good in comparison to the 86 I also test drove. The 370z I'd actually pretty fast, I was expecting it to be a but slower.
Definitely gives me something to think about.
I did drive a new GTI golf too and don't think I can justify the price.

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You'd hope it be fast, 3.7L after all...

Golf GTi is a FF hot hatch, compare it to cars of its ilk like Reno Clio RS, Reno Megane RS, Focus XR5/RS, etc...

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I don't think anyone really cared about who is the fastest until your master-race ego kicked in.

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man why you gotta be an ass to me for? giving neg rep because i miss, read grow up.

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There's no quality on the market in VIC and i have had a few issues dealing with interstate. Given I need something relatively quick I think I am going to go for something different.
I was contemplating a Golf R32 possibly even a 1series BMW if I can get one for a decent price. What do you guys think? Is there anything else worth buying for 25-35k

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I thought he meant he wanted a "quick car", now i realise he means he needs it soon.

srry for any confusion i have been causing.


definitely, an 86 is a option if you need something soon, theres so many around. i must see 3 a day an i only drive for about 30mins a day (in perth which is quite behind the times)
so over east there must be a good one around.

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/customa...tar38754_5.gif

relax bro, no need to ruffle your own feathers.

I'll sell you my wife's low Klm mint xr5

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I'll sell you my wife's low Klm mint xr5

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http://static.fjcdn.com/comments/I+t...9883d76940.jpg

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I'll sell you my wife's low km POS xr5

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Fixed 5char

xr5char

Just had a look at the one in VIC with 109kms. Front end collision repairs just looked at it.

http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/de.../?Cr=0&sdmvc=1

this one right?
it was listed as 19990 then they bumped it up to 26k

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=9&sdmvc=1

any opinion of this?; it has passenger side wheel arch damage as mentioned by the owner

130000km; thinking of buying it if he drops the price more, is it really 300 dollars to fix as he describes?

http://www.carsales.com.au/CarStockG...hotos&index=11
http://www.carsales.com.au/CarStockG...hotos&index=12

Not worth it mate

just tryna learn the market on these cars;

why isnt this car sold yet? gpw 102000km, 2003 ap2?
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d...?Cr=15&sdmvc=1

Price is average. If it's not sold its probably crap.

mmm true that,
its at yennora maybe i shall check it out when im free and let u guys know
...so far what i have noticed through my half a years adventure for a s2000 is that the only safe-ish place to buy one is from forum members but if you are after a bargain u gotta go publicly and be patient (i knew i should of leaped my ass onto that gpw i saw on carsales with the dogs in the seats).

lmao at the one with the dogs on the seats, that photo was classic

also that one you posted has been on sale for ages, someone on here checked it out and there is a dozen things wrong with it

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also that one you posted has been on sale for ages, someone on here checked it out and there is a dozen things wrong with it

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oh my bad for the repost
are there any other threads silimilar to this one that i should be following? cos i dont want to keep re-posting cars that have already been inspected

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oh my bad for the repost
are there any other threads silimilar to this one that i should be following? cos i dont want to keep re-posting cars that have already been inspected

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all good man, I didn't intend that post to seem as though I was attacking you; because I actually wasn't.

I could be thinking of another car, but I swear that one was posted maybe 6 months - 12 months ago and there was a dozen things that stood out.

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http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=9&sdmvc=1

any opinion of this?; it has passenger side wheel arch damage as mentioned by the owner

130000km; thinking of buying it if he drops the price more, is it really 300 dollars to fix as he describes?

http://www.carsales.com.au/CarStockG...hotos&index=11
http://www.carsales.com.au/CarStockG...hotos&index=12

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repair for that would be closer to 500 to move the dent and repaint. unless its a cheap place.

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just tryna learn the market on these cars;

why isnt this car sold yet? gpw 102000km, 2003 ap2?
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d...?Cr=15&sdmvc=1

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way too expensive, the ones here in WA are so much cheaper its insane. but i guess it is a my02-3 model so its more tame has some more luxuries but i dont think that makes it worth that much though.

What about the black one in SA for 27k? Anyone seen that one?

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What about the black one in SA for 27k? Anyone seen that one?

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no log books, 1 key, and the sellers been trying to part it out for the last 6 months.

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way too expensive, the ones here in WA are so much cheaper its insane. but i guess it is a my02-3 model so its more tame has some more luxuries but i dont think that makes it worth that much though.

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possibly because the instrument cluster hasnt been swapped out as well.

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no log books, 1 key, and the sellers been trying to part it out for the last 6 months.

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This is my car and yes it has been for sale for the last 6 months, due to the fact that I have moved interstate for work. There is no logbook or spare key as it has been lost by my uncle, who is the first owner of the car. I have service receipts from 50,000 km onwards the rest was in the logbook. I have not been trying to part out the car, but it seems every person that messages me asks if im willing to remove parts to make it cheaper, and I give the same response to everyone, wheels and ecu as they are the easiest because I have no time. I have honestly disclosed all history/info of the car to interested buyers and willing to do the same for anyone here. There are members on here that can vouch for the car and im only asking 27k because I believe its condition and mods reflect the price. The car is still in adelaide and will remain there unless I feel that I will be interstate long term, in that case I will bring the car with me and continue my build. If anyone is interested I will not hesitate to disclose all info and provide detailed close up pics. Please PM me if you want to put in a reasonable offer and NO part outs. I'm not in a rush and as ive said to all the people that messaged me, worst comes to worst I keep the car :)

And there you have it

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This is my car and yes it has been for sale for the last 6 months, due to the fact that I have moved interstate for work. There is no logbook or spare key as it has been lost by my uncle, who is the first owner of the car. I have service receipts from 50,000 km onwards the rest was in the logbook. I have not been trying to part out the car, but it seems every person that messages me asks if im willing to remove parts to make it cheaper, and I give the same response to everyone, wheels and ecu as they are the easiest because I have no time. I have honestly disclosed all history/info of the car to interested buyers and willing to do the same for anyone here. There are members on here that can vouch for the car and im only asking 27k because I believe its condition and mods reflect the price. The car is still in adelaide and will remain there unless I feel that I will be interstate long term, in that case I will bring the car with me and continue my build. If anyone is interested I will not hesitate to disclose all info and provide detailed close up pics. Please PM me if you want to put in a reasonable offer and NO part outs. I'm not in a rush and as ive said to all the people that messaged me, worst comes to worst I keep the car :)

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I've been eyeing your car for quite a while, very nice job you have done. Still deciding on my feels lmzo

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=1&sdmvc=1
someone needs to get onto this asap! looks immaculate!

inb4hizown

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inb4hizown

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the user is from nsw and his avatar is a white s2000, the car in the advert is from qld and is red.

he has posted in here before and by the looks of things he ended up getting one.

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http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=1&sdmvc=1
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Looks mint!

Anyone seen the one in Mornington VIC? Passenger side 1/4 panel near the light looks a bit rough. He says it's not though and it's never been in an accident :S

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the user is from nsw and his avatar is a white s2000, the car in the advert is from qld and is red.

he has posted in here before and by the looks of things he ended up getting one.

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alright fair enough, was just a jk. no need to neg rep mate not like i gave misinformation.
I just dont stalk the other members that much nor do I even come onto the forum that much.

the car is however stunning at even lower Km's than mine

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alright fair enough, was just a jk. no need to neg rep mate not like i gave misinformation.
I just dont stalk the other members that much nor do I even come onto the forum that much.

the car is however stunning at even lower Km's than mine

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http://s13.postimg.org/i9o3u3rsn/pokerface.png

... um what?

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http://s13.postimg.org/i9o3u3rsn/pokerface.png

... um what?

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maybe its just me but his avatar doesnt show up...

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maybe its just me but his avatar doesnt show up...

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http://s9.postimg.org/utk0lrev3/Untitled.jpg

stalker mate, i didnt really care that much to look in to it, just posted up a comment for fun, and you had to ruin it.
this is you
http://images1.wikia.nocookie.net/__...Killington.jpg

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stalker mate, i didnt really care that much to look in to it, just posted up a comment for fun, and you had to ruin it.
this is you
[IMG]http://images1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090720220818/familyguy/images/3/33/Buzz_Killington.jpg[MG]

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If you want to cry and attempt to insult me, just private message me, there's no need to go off-topic with your own personal problem(s).

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Anyone seen the one in Mornington VIC? Passenger side 1/4 panel near the light looks a bit rough. He says it's not though and it's never been in an accident :S

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shine a torch up to the paintwork to see if there are any defects or differences between that panel and a different panel, once in the sun and once in the shade if its possible to get a full view.

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the user is from nsw and his avatar is a white s2000, the car in the advert is from qld and is red.

he has posted in here before and by the looks of things he ended up getting one.

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alright fair enough, was just a jk. no need to neg rep mate not like i gave misinformation.
I just dont stalk the other members that much nor do I even come onto the forum that much.

the car is however stunning at even lower Km's than mine

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http://s13.postimg.org/i9o3u3rsn/pokerface.png

... um what?

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maybe its just me but his avatar doesnt show up...

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http://s9.postimg.org/utk0lrev3/Untitled.jpg

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stalker mate, i didnt really care that much to look in to it, just posted up a comment for fun, and you had to ruin it.
this is you
http://images1.wikia.nocookie.net/__...Killington.jpg

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If you want to cry and attempt to insult me, just private message me, there's no need to go off-topic with your own personal problem(s).

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Hahahahahaha! Made my day

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inb4hizown

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haha, nah i wish!

any comments on the 07, 60k km in NSW?

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=2&sdmvc=1

The guy is a massive tool. Sounds shifty. Didn't even bother looking at the car though. Might be good.

If anyone has a clean one in VIC with under 100kms. Drop me a PM, interested.

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any comments on the 07, 60k km in NSW?

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=2&sdmvc=1

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That looks hell clean o.o

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The guy is a massive tool. Sounds shifty. Didn't even bother looking at the car though. Might be good.

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Have you managed to talk to him? What was shifty about it?

The car does look pretty clean..but doesn't look like he'll budge any lower

Told me he had numerous offers for 39k but he wanted 40k. Now it's 37k lol

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Fixed 5char

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Isn't a s2000 but definitely not a POS

lol because accord is better in every way, shape and form

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lol because accord is better in every way, shape and form

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Harsh man
But fair enough

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Have you managed to talk to him? What was shifty about it?

The car does look pretty clean..but doesn't look like he'll budge any lower

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The car is encumbered and the seller is dodgy as fcuk.

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=8&sdmvc=1

the guy lets the mechanic do all the work...sad he doesnt know the name of the suspension kit put in
on a plus side i like how theres a date on the photos so we know that, thats how it looks like currently.

any comments?

take a look in person, one of the side shots looks like it was either dusty or small scratches check it out

the price according to condition and km is average right?

price is nothing spectacular.
but s2000 prices seem to not be as simple as it seems. can range from 16k-30k so this is almost in the middle, and in decent condition. if the coils are decent then its saved you some money, makes the deal a bit sweeter.
go there check the inside of the doors for scuff marks, around the key hole for scratches and make him an offer. i think 22k is a decent price. 24k if they are good coils already?
can only speculate though. how bad do you want one? demand increases the price when supply is low.

Just had a look at this one, it has bc coilovers and log books. But its not in immaculate condition, major scratches on rear bar looks to be reversed into something, 20 cent paint flake on rear bar, rear bar and fender gap is pretty weird, abs light is on. He said it was the rear passenger wheel and that the abs sensor is faulty $350 to fix. Don't be fooled by the pictures. Seats were pretty bad condition compared to others Ive seen with higher km's..

Didn't bother test driving it/check oils because just looking at it turned me off. But then again I'm picky.

If I was looking for an immaculate one I'd steer away.

thanks, saved me my time...so much for current pics

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lol because accord is better in every way, shape and form

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Better than xr5 in every way? Doubt it

Oh sorry, forgot /sarcasm tag

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Better than xr5 in every way? Doubt it

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out of curiosity, have you put the xr5 and s2k head to head?
i ran into an xr5 boy racer the other day, stuck to my tail well but i wasnt going that quick.

xr5 vs s2k drag, i bet on xr5

Drag definitely XR5...

Touge... Well for a beginner driver, definitely XR5... But with better driver S2K could skip away...

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out of curiosity, have you put the xr5 and s2k head to head?
i ran into an xr5 boy racer the other day, stuck to my tail well but i wasnt going that quick.

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Mind you that ****er was modded
No way was he running stock boost - especially with that number plate
Driving his mrs car LOLOL
Number plates read 'mrs. psi'
Saw the car next morning - blonde chick driving, wut

s2k even had fat passenger (me) lolol while xr5 had no passenger

i figured so, being a bigger engine + turbo.

but somethings you just gotta try.
either way im sure i would of been blasted if i was behind, but i wasnt.

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i figured so, being a bigger engine + turbo.

but somethings you just gotta try.
either way im sure i would of been blasted if i was behind, but i wasnt.

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All good man :)

If you added the Quaife ATB Diff into the XR5... [Same diff in the RS] Then it'll be quite a different thing...

yeah man even if you have to blow your engine revving over 9000,as long as you leave it all there in the moment

it doesnt matter if you win by an inch or a mile winnings wynning

Jasemas your like 50kg man

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so he was slowing down the car you reckon?

How? Both of you in the s2k would probably be the same weight as the guy driving the xr5 lmzo

better distribution of power to both wheels on my side then. JK

either way back on topic.

no clean S2ks yet.....

nothing in perth unfortunately

but fortunately i dont have the cash yet

aww yiss

There's a couple of good looking ones on carsales in WA?
You'll need the budget to suit though..

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nothing in perth unfortunately

but fortunately i dont have the cash yet

aww yiss

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There's a couple of good looking ones on carsales in WA?
You'll need the budget to suit though..

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http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=0&sdmvc=1

wow!

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=1&sdmvc=1

such s2000


much price

wow

wtf

nice

wow

so s2000

prices are back to normal then

Hello everyone,

First time poster, and also in the hunt. I love my MX-5 NB8A, but I think it's time for a little more power, an LSD and some rollover safety. Oh, and that beautiful thing that is the F20c.

Does anyone know anything about this one on carsales: http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=4&sdmvc=1

Cheers in advance

the owner painted the OEM wheels black, might be other signs of corner cutting, go check it out. And ask us any other questions you may have.

how do you compare the S2k against the MX5? in rigidity etc.

I noticed the gloss black stock wheels, and also the black Honda badge. It's not too far, so I'll go look at it. Seems like a good price for an 03 model, however does have reasonably high km's. Clean looking interior from the one main photo.

I have only driven one s2000; it was the only dealer who had one available in QLD: http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/de.../?Cr=7&sdmvc=1

Good engine, clutch pedal could have used some adjusting. Roof was on its last legs, blue paint showed lots of scratches, front bar respray with some slight paint damage still visible on the passenger front guard where it met the bar. Someone has misjudged a few kerbs in its life, as it had some damage down on the passenger sills. I think all the clips in the boot were missing also. And seriously, what dealer tries to sell a car with a steering wheel that isn't aligned? Had fun anyway.

My MX-5 was made in 98 (as the 99 model) and only has 70K Km's on the clock. It's in pretty good condition. I have some basic mods: lightened flywheel and clutch, headers, exhaust and Koni sports suspension, nice set of BBS rims. And to put my thoughts into perspective, I only had 5-10 minutes driving the s2000 (on public roads, and it wasn't my car, so I was reasonably gentle). You certainly notice the extra weight of the s2000, however it does feel more planted and the chassis much more rigid. The MX-5 feels more nimble, but also twitches to every bump and crease in the road. Didn't expect the turning circle to be as large as it was on the s2000. Gearbox in the s2000 was very nice, lighter than the MX-5 but still with that positive engagement feel. Much more room in the s2000. I'm not really sure the s2000 needs the electric roof (weight?);I could probably put the MX-5's down quicker and it's all manual. Power and general perkiness of the engines can't really compare. And for a stock exhaust, it sounds very nice. I'm a big fan of NA cars, and having 9krpm to play with was awesome. Think it's going to take some practice not shifting too early. Don't really have the experience in the s2000 to go into any more depth.

The MX-5 is a great, cheap, fun and reliable little car. The s2000 is in a somewhat different league.

i find it funny that the s2000 has more interior space, i cant even crack my back in mine.

the s2000 is noticably larger than the mx5, maybe the thought the roof might be too hard to reach for some, since the roof is a lil narrow and the car a lil wider. it doesnt make for much extra weight.
i think you could make the s2000 twitchy the ap1 v1 (99-01) has hard rear suspension and soft front (thinner sway bars + springs) which can make for a white knuckle ride that feels like it throws you into corners.
my02-03 is more refined stiffer front end, softer rear.
the facelift 04+ they went for a front which is stiffer than the rear and fixed up the rear bump steer issues by changing the tie rod geometry.
the later models are easier to drive fast as the front would let go before the rear generally, and you didnt have to be so anal about making sure the wait was settled when you throw it into corners.

just some things to take into account.

I guess I'm somewhat use to driving something a bit more go-kart like. And certainly I wasn't highlighting twitchy (MX-5) as being a desirable trait. In fact, in the wet with the absence of an LSD it can be downright treacherous/dangerous or awesome, depending on your level of car control:)

I'm reasonably up on the various changes of the s2000 throughout the year models, but reading and driving are two different things. And the track is really the only safe place to truly push a car safely. Thanks for you input Baby Face (I'm guessing by your reputation that you aren't 12 and yet to shave lol).

Spoke to the owner of the black one listed above. Seemed like a pretty good guy, black wheels and badge are plastidip, so can remove if desired. I said that if I wanted to proceed after seeing the car this Sunday, I would be looking at an RACQ master check and a compression test (master check only does comparative compression test). Hope it turns out well and I will give my impressions on the vehicle after I look at it. Unless it's awesome and I don't want anyone else snatching it up, in which case I will say that it was broken. Everywhere.

Regards,

Jonathon

I'm after a GPW/Yellow S2K with AP2 goodies

Anyone know any info about this one here?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/liver...000/1032464094

this look good and low km as well. Car have been resprayed to Mazda cx9 pearl white .