Considering an s2000!!
11-05-2008, 04:51 PM
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Considering an s2000!!
Well, I've become somewhat bored with my ws6 and have always entertained the idea of purchasing an s2000.
I probably couldn't swing the money for an AP2, but an AP1 seems very feasible.
Is there anything I should look for, in particular, during my search?
i.e. quirks of certain model years..etc..
The only thing I've heard of is being a weak differential, and to avoid s2k's with the plastic rear window. Anything else?
I probably couldn't swing the money for an AP2, but an AP1 seems very feasible.
Is there anything I should look for, in particular, during my search?
i.e. quirks of certain model years..etc..
The only thing I've heard of is being a weak differential, and to avoid s2k's with the plastic rear window. Anything else?
11-05-2008, 06:13 PM
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Many older S2000's have small tears in the roof. You'll find some w/ a newly replaced roof. Listen for any weird noises or vibrations. Most issues I've seen can definitely be noticed on an attentive test drive.
Check out my '03 for $12,990. http://goagent.net/s2000/
Check out my '03 for $12,990. http://goagent.net/s2000/
11-05-2008, 06:18 PM
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just drive the car and look for any signs of abuse...
check your brakes, tires, fluid leaks, tears on the roof/seats and just an overall safety inspection.
check your brakes, tires, fluid leaks, tears on the roof/seats and just an overall safety inspection.
11-05-2008, 07:20 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by whatwhatwhoa »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Avoid 00 and 01.
They use the plastic rear window that cracks easily.</TD></TR></TABLE>
They are the best bang for the buck, and with a little time and mechanic skills, you can buy a 02+ glass top cheap and put it on.
They use the plastic rear window that cracks easily.</TD></TR></TABLE>
They are the best bang for the buck, and with a little time and mechanic skills, you can buy a 02+ glass top cheap and put it on.
11-05-2008, 08:01 PM
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or if you want to have a hardtop and youre not going to use the soft top at all, you can remove it with ease, and then not have to worry about any defroster wiring in it 
11-05-2008, 08:31 PM
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Re: (Chris.)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Chris. »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">or if you want to have a hardtop and youre not going to use the soft top at all, you can remove it with ease, and then not have to worry about any defroster wiring in it </TD></TR></TABLE>
unless u wanna use the defrost on the hardtop
</TD></TR></TABLE>unless u wanna use the defrost on the hardtop
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11-10-2008, 05:56 PM
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I got an 00, and I used to have an 01. I wish I had waited about 6 months, prices of 02's have dropped so much now.
WHen buying, make sure you don't get an S2000 that has 1-2 grind. Do some WOT acceleration and a fast 1-2 shift (this was a prevalent problem 00-01)
WHen buying, make sure you don't get an S2000 that has 1-2 grind. Do some WOT acceleration and a fast 1-2 shift (this was a prevalent problem 00-01)
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