i'm not that great at driving a 5 speed just yet. i have only driven two cars with a 5 speed and for a limited time only. the problem i have is when i come to a stop..i usually choke the engine and it dies out on me..and i have to restart the car again.
the other problem is when i'm driving, i don't know when and what gear i should really be on..and the car starts jerking like a biatch.
i look foolish driving a stick shift in public..i am afraid i might cause an accident.
yet, i still want to drive an S2000 because i like that car. should i get it? i want one with a rear glass window and the better suspension and LED lights..so i figure 2004-2006 only.
used ones and salvage title ones are going for around $12-14k..which is kinda cheap for a car with 244hp.
other concerns are that people love jacking S2000's for their seats. the seats go for about $600 dollars on the black market. i see thieves all the time trying to sell them on Craigslist.
should I get an S2000?
2006-10-01 13:54:53 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Honda
i'm also concerned about theives trying to steal the car because it has a push button start mechanism..if they get blank keys which is what theives are doing these days, they can get in the car, and work the steering column and push start the car with that button.
that is just bad news.
i have a rifle and a gun that i keep with me and i really would use it against someone who tries to take something from me..but i have to make sure i shoot them when nobody is around.
2006-10-01 13:56:58 · update #1
lastly, people think it's a teenager's car. do you really think it's a teenager's car?? i'm no teenager but i'm not an old fogie either.
is this a fun all around great car to drive in? is parking easy?
2006-10-01 13:58:16 · update #2
Learning stick is easy, and don't worry, its a 6 speed. For shifting always shift sequentially (like 3,2,3,4,5..etc. and keep the tach above 1000RPM. Don't downshift into 1 until you have more practice and give it a little gas as you let the clutch up.
Even though the S2000 produces 244 HP out of a 2L engine, it does it at 9000RPM. So if your cruising around town and decide you want to punch it, you will have to do a double or triple downshift to get into a good power band (short stroke and big bore means high RPM power but no low-end torque). Also the engine screams at 3500RPM at 60MPH in top gear.
Make sure you have a garage or a top end alarm/immobilizer and park it where it is visible.
They are good performers and I'd buy one if I had the money and no kids:-P. Just be prepared to accept some inconveniences and annoyances with owning a limited production, high performance convertable.
2006-10-01 16:35:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there is no contest really the honda is without doubt the best buy. the others are now so old and costly to run and maintain but like all idiots you will only think about how you think it looks. so there you have it you will buy what your ego tells you to hell with the expense.
2016-03-27 01:28:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if you have garage.
I think they have rules against parking them in the street. 'Cuz I never seen it.
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The S2000 is a pimpass ride, with a VERY high resale value. The parts are very accessible from your friendly local Honda dealer. Honda broke records with the S2000 for volume metric efficiency, producing 240hp from a 2.0 ltr motor naturally aspirated.
The S2000 is not for the weak of heart. It is a thrill lovers aphrodisiac.
2006-10-01 15:39:04 · answer #3 · answered by SallyC 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Based on the information given...if you want it get it...just don't drive it. and park it in a locked garage with a good alarm system. Seems you know alot about the thieving of this car....with all that said...if I was that worried about it...I'd just wish I had one and not worry about it....you can't drive it anyway.
2006-10-01 14:04:08 · answer #4 · answered by Kenneth S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're not that good with a stick shift, then I'd say no. You'd only end up damaging the cars tranny and end up with a massive repair bill. Stick with an automatic.
2006-10-01 13:58:15 · answer #5 · answered by HULK RULES!! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why dont you get it? you will learn - it takes a little time to get used to - took me a few times to get used to the release of the clutch and i learned on a 74 FIAT the cluithc is way easier on your vehicle them the one i learned on ....
p.s. Drive at night and another driver that knows how to drive a stick, just incase you get stuck but less traffic and you will be able to cruise at a your speed.
Good Luck
2006-10-01 14:06:58 · answer #6 · answered by CAR GUY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO
very few sold
lack of spare parts due to few sales
lack of eperienced dealers who have worked on them for same reason
low resale value/hard to trade in
high insurance
take a driving course before you need a new transmission, please!
2006-10-01 14:01:12 · answer #7 · answered by cubcowboysgirl 5 · 1⤊ 6⤋
if you like wasting money go for it.
2006-10-01 14:02:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋