Love the subtle turning on the headlights at 7:45 to hide the speedometer 😆😆

@thearousedeunuch

10 ай бұрын

It was for safety purposes, obviously. ;)

@verdict1163

10 ай бұрын

I don't understand why KZreadrs do this. It's not like they're going to get arrested because they're shown speeding in a video.

@GuyFromJupiter

10 ай бұрын

​@@verdict1163I believe it's happened before, or they've at least gotten some hefty tickets for it.

@brentus6043

10 ай бұрын

He’s a magician. A couple seconds before he made a car disappear

@thearousedeunuch

10 ай бұрын

@@verdict1163 People can report them, as there's proof of the person speeding. That's why some KZreadrs write some excuse in the video/description, like "the speedometer isn't working properly" or something.

you know bro is a serious car enthusiast when he titled this like he's going out on a date with a car

@TheTopher

10 ай бұрын

Next video: “why I swiped right on my S2000.” 😂

@davidlake611

10 ай бұрын

Getting to know the 2001 college girl - POV ownership impressions

gotta say you guys got a killer deal. I see VERY few s2000s under 20k. clean AP2s are in the 30-40k range and AP1s 20-30k. i think people realize the s2000 is going to be a future classic.

@VirtualGuth

10 ай бұрын

They did very well indeed.

@Thumplepuss

10 ай бұрын

these have aged very well. Although, these cars were pretty expensive when new ~30k back in 2002 equates to GR Supra money today

@VirtualGuth

10 ай бұрын

@@Thumplepuss Honda caught a lot of flack for somewhat conservative styling of this car back in the day. Clearly the car's designers are having the last laugh as time moves on. While the S2000 was not cheap in terms of the overall market, it was much less expensive than the cars it was built to compete against like the Porsche Boxster and the BMW Z3.

@ayowser01

10 ай бұрын

​@Thumplepuss I'd rather have an s2k than a GR supra 🤷🏻‍♂️

@sneakerjoe23

10 ай бұрын

@@ayowser01don’t worry you’ll grow up one day

AP2 transmission was one of the best mods I did with my Ap1. just a little tighter ratio gearing really helps alot with these

@randmtsk7512

9 ай бұрын

good mod! iirc they upgraded the syncros in the ap2 tranny for smoother shifts.

@t-money10

4 ай бұрын

That what I keep hearing

@eurly93

2 ай бұрын

not to mention the shorter gearing would make up for the torque deficit in an AP1 quite nicely

9:30 Warmed up 11:30 Take-off again 12:30 Handling w square setup 17:30 Another pull 20:00 Ideal weekend car

My 2001 was deeply dependent on tires and pads. Grease your shifter and get new plastic bits. 👍👍

What a blast watching this video. The car is so raw and the engine so special. The fact that it's got some wear and tear from age makes it more special. Enjoy the ride!

Congrats!! The car is amazing and great for your channel to allow all of us to watch the progress with you!

so happy for you, i know youve wanted this car for so long and i cant wait to see what future plans you have for it

I remember your video on the supercharged S2000 you did awhile ago. Was such a cool sound. Keep the updates coming on this thing!! Looks like it’s running great!

The sound is so awesome! Not too obnoxious. With 140k miles sure there's always things to be tinkered with and repaired. But mainly having a running solid car is all you need. Aesthetics are superficial and don't really detract from the actual experience. Looking forward to seeing how this will come along!

Love the POV review! I have an AP2 and it's crazy to me how much of a difference that 1K makes in the AP1. It's unreal!

Can you please document the paint restoration on this? I think your viewers would love to see that

It is always a good day when TheTopher uploads

Top down is the best. Looking back on things I can't help but wish that Honda had produced more than just a handful of genuine sports car models over the years. When most people think of Honda, cars like the Civic and the Accord come to mind - they are genuinely surprised to learn that Honda built a car like the S2000. Your gamble of buying this car sight unseen really paid off (you guys bought it for a song by today's standards). Glad to know that you are benefitting from the vast amount of knowledge out on S2KI.

Seeing you drive crazy cars around where I live is super cool!

I’d reconsider the Uk spec alignment. It calls for much more rear toe-in than I think you would need based on your driving experience. And for the gas cap, if you haven’t already tried, grab the cap by the edges and give it another turn. It binds in one spot a little so you’re probably not getting it to close all the way. That should let you close it all the way. I did that with my ap1 for ~50k miles and never saw the check engine light again

@feelsgoodS2K

10 ай бұрын

Agreed, the tire wear trade off is not worth it. The uk spec’s rear toe settings are a band aid solution to some other fundamental “issues” with the ap1, especially on square setup: Rear toe arm curve is spikey under bump load Rear bar is stiff This combo leads to a wayward rear end, but for someone on 200tw who can drive like thetopher, that ain’t a bad thing

Great video! And congratulations 🎉

I took mine out for a spin earlier today! Especially after not driving it for a week, it's just as enjoyable as when I first bought it. Also AP2 retainers and keepers are definitely a must. I sleep better at night having that done

@iknowgood2403

9 ай бұрын

What are the retainers and keepers for? And where. I just bought one ❤

It’s a fun day when TheTopher uploads manual videos.

Great choice: I went from a 2013 BRZ to a 2003 S2000 and it really gives the character that I felt was missing from the BRZ's engine (though it is a tad more twitchy/less friendly than the BRZ). You can clip a wire for the convertible top control (which senses the speed and prevents the top from operating if the car is moving) which will allow you to operate the top with the e-brake up a single click (useful for getting the top up or down at a stoplight/stop sign, without being at a full stop).

Glad I caught this early. I know the go-to suggestion is Öhlins Road & Tracks (I have them on my AP2), but might I suggest Motion Control Suspension 1WNR coilovers? They're an American brand (I'm patriotic and like to support USA made 🇺🇸), and they make suspension for some of the greatest racing teams in the world with wins in racing series spanning from Indy to WEC. If I could do it again, I'd get the MCS. Also, for brake cooling, get the brake air guides that mount to the front lowers and you can also get the Porsche GT3 rear brake cooling ducts that connect to the rear lowers. Change your engine mounts! If they're split, going into VTEC will put stress on the clutch guide bearing sleeve. Also get the LHT brake booster brace that stops the flex in the firewall under hard braking. If you're ever in SoCal, I'd love to let you drive mine in the LA canyons! I've spent most of my time replacing bearings, bushings, etc. and on suspension/brakes so it's mechanically sorted. Edit: based on how much your shifter is shaking when you hit bumps check your engine mounts 100%. Also, your suspension sounds blown, but these cars also rattle like crazy so it could also just be that. Make sure you check your wheel bearings as these things eat bearings. If your rear brake calipers need replacing, just get the Stoptech BBK as the rear brake calipers are getting hard to find.

This was such a fun time for Honda -- loud, hi-revving screamers! I owned an AP1, and later, a K20 Civic Si. I just left the Si a few years ago, and as they say, you don't know what you've got until it's gone. I really miss the way it sounded as if you engaged an entire second engine at VTEC.

@yukonstriker1703

3 ай бұрын

I'll never sell my '06 Fg2 Civic Si Coupe. I consider it a FWD S2000 😅 The K20Z3 is basically a "de-tuned" version of this engine.

absolutely amazing! dream car for sure

Great video man

Had a 2001 S2k as well. LOVED that machine. Now I own a ND2 Miata that I do love equally but differently. The Honda was the equivalent to my high school sweetheart, but the Miata is the one I ended up marrying. I still look back fondly of those memories… nothing like your first (manual transmission).

Ohlins are a must! Transforms the car. Also, would love to see a comparison vid against the CTR. Congrats and enjoy!

@ayowser01

10 ай бұрын

I fell back in love with the car after adding ohlins 😊

@S2kTi

5 ай бұрын

I have an ap2 and an fl5. Entirely different cars from different eras, not really sure why'd you even compare them lol.

Since i bought the fl5 i started to love my 2001 s2k even more . Now its a real weekend car. The 2001 has as good alignment option as the ap2 cr version

Seeing the quality this is in makes it clear why people are blown away by my mother's '03 Civic. Similar year, materials, and miles to this yet look perfectly new, and this is seemingly in decent quality. Have no idea how you can wear a car this much, honestly (like the knobs and steering wheel).

A easy way to get those brake disk retaining screws off is to use a drummel tool to cut a line to fit a large flathead screw driver. Then just turn it like a screw. I do this all the time and it works every time.

The sound of VTEC never gets old! :)

Aside from an R35 Gtr, the S2000 and DC5 Type R integra are my dream cars.. There's just something about driving a Honda.. Love my little Civic 😊

13:29 Props to you for slowing down for the truck on the shoulder. Not many people do that :(

Berk high flow cat and UK Exhaust mod is a great combo btw.

Classic Vtec sound. This car fits topher like a glove. I wish Honda would try to do something special again

Man I miss my 04. Loved it!

i like the induction sound! I'd love to add some to my 22 BRZ once it's out of warranty.

This guy is living the dream!

Instant classic, can't go wrong with an s2000. She sounds great.

Love that there’s no need to blur the speedo in post. Simply switch off the gauges

One of my dream cars for sure

All you need for this car are honestly tires, alignment, brake pads, and rigid collars. (maybe steering wheel and buckets for that extra FEEL), but Stock car is PLENTY fast once you learn to hold the slip.

The sound is always going to make me think of the first fast and furious movie since that was the first intro to the s2k I had.

LHT performance is the knowledge s2000 source!

Re Clutch pedal feel - highly recommend changing out the clutch master and slave cylinders, then flush fluid every oil change. My AP1 clutch was overly heavy for the first year I owned it then I realized it the CMC was gunked and leaking. Now it’s lighter than an ND2 Miata clutch

My s2k tires were just as sticky! All the rocks hitting bring back memories.

rotor retaining screws are super easy to drill out. just drill off the heads and you don't have to replace them

Good to see someone falling in love with the S2000. Get a K&N FIPK - much better throttle response than a gutted box. Also, be mindful if you unclip the air box cover while the car is running - those metal clips can spring loose and get into the serpentine belt.

What a wonderful machine these things are. You may want to rebuild the shifter with the mileage so high. Mine only had 30k last year when I bought it and still made a huge difference. LHT performance has a kit you can buy.

@iknowgood2403

9 ай бұрын

Thanks

@bornagainmotoring

9 ай бұрын

You're welcome!@@iknowgood2403

Loved my S2000 when i had it. Sold it because i was too tall for it but i did get to enjoy it for many years

I’ve been driving manuals exclusively since 2009… still need to learn how to shift like you man, well done. Great car too!

When I bought my ap1 in august last year my clutch was grabby weird and would sometimes grind into second. I adjusted the clutch play on the master cylinder to zero and it fixed everything. If you haven’t done that already.

@artoriasoftheabyss1575

10 ай бұрын

second gear has been grinding on mine for a while and just recently looked it up and people were mentioning the fix you just talked about. I definitely need to go try that out and hope it fixes it.

Once you fall in love with an S2000, it’s easy to smile when someone else is experiencing the same.

I’m debating between an AP1 or a new ND2 Miata, the S2000 has always been my most attainable dream car but I’ve never had a newer car and the ND2 was a blast when I test drove one. S2000 would be an investment at this point, keep up the awesome informative content @TheTopher

@TheTopher

10 ай бұрын

Can’t go wrong with either!

@Erkkremlinklum

10 ай бұрын

I’d go nd2 👌🏻

@chamaldealwis9

10 ай бұрын

S2k VTEC + 9000rpm is otherworldly

@sleepeatdrive7619

9 ай бұрын

I own a AP1 and will NEVER sell it…soooo pick the S2000

@carsandcrows9921

6 ай бұрын

s2k now, keep saving, grab nd2 when they bottom out and turn that into a track car

these cars are great. i love these cars. never liked the miata but i love this

Cool little car. Those wheels may look old and worn but with those spokes it's easy to clean. I always see those small blind spot mirror you put on your vehicles. Where do you get them?

I bought my 01 s2k back in 2006 its been my main daily since

When you do the Ap2 retainer swap done with a valve adjustment, you'll notice a massive difference in power. Another extremely important mod with the F20, **replace the oil jet bolts to the Ap2 design** Ap1s had a 2 port jet while the Ap2s and a 4 port jet bolt, allowing for more oil flow. the springs break and can fry your cylinder walls. Great video. Enjoy!

It just needs a decent exhaust system and that's it !! 🤙

New gas cap sometimes wont fix the CEL. You may have to replace the filler neck.

Hehe, I have broken quite a few impact screwdriver bits trying to remove Honda rotors. No idea why I keep putting those retainer screws back in, lol. My RSX Type S had a really annoying intermittent clutch rattle that I tracked down to a broken plastic clip for the clutch line that was right next to the trans vent causing the line to bump into stuff and chatter and that sent the rattle all the way to the pedal somehow. I just had the car worked on before that and while searching for that noise I also found out the little cover for the trans vent was gone too. Lucky I was in there looking. Replaced the little clip and haven't heard the noise again after years. Like $10 for the clip and the vent cover from Acura.

Fyi, you can use rubbing alcohol on the silver shifter surrounding area to give it a nice chrome finish. I miss my s2k...

How close your finger got to the spinning belt pulley when you pulled off the air intake box raised my anxiety levels lol.

@TheTopher

10 ай бұрын

Yeah, I was being extra careful! Haha

if the top is still the OEM vinyl top - put some Aerospace 303 on it - it will get rid of the faded look it has now. Use the 303 on the dash, interior and exterior black trim parts.

One of the best cars ever made!

The s2000 is a cult classic

Curious to know if they are resurrecting the S2000, and if they are really making it electric. Nothing against electric, but I think that will make these even more sought after. Thanks for taking us along.

@VirtualGuth

10 ай бұрын

This rumor has been around for years and it's never amounted to anything more than KZread channels and websites trying to generate views. In reality it is far easier for Honda to build a performance car using an existing platform like that of the Civic than to produce an entirely new dedicated sports car platform as they did with the S2K. Given that emissions requirement will only become more strict over time, the best one could reasonably hope for would be a S car with a turbocharged engine rather than a naturally aspirated unit. But more than likely a new S car would be electric given Honda's commitment to killing off the ICE by 2040.

Loved this POV video, you're lucky to have the chance to own a S2000! Quick question: where did you buy your blind spot mirrors? I see you have them on your cars and I want to get a pair, thanks in advance!

@bobloescapee7909

10 ай бұрын

I remember him answering this question on a previous video. He said you can get them at auto zone/advanced auto for very cheap

@TheTopher

10 ай бұрын

Yep, any local auto parts store should have them for a few $

Boy that shifter is rattling something serious lol. Sick car

I let you drive my S2000 one time - you're the 3rd person to go buy one after driving it. :)

Peak motoring right here. Regret trading in my AP1 for a F87 M2C---> 986--->GR Corolla. S2000 trounces them all!

Watching this sitting in my 2001 ap1

16:36 it does NOT get better than that for 12k, absolute missile wow

Interesting you downsized the rear tires, ap1s come with 225s in the rear from factory

first time I've seen a POV of one of these and never been in one but it blew my mind when he started accelerating I thought its gonna be a very civil and old car but sounds pretty wild

@Hunter116

10 ай бұрын

What's great is you think you're going like 150 with the engine screaming at 9,000 RPM and then you look at the speedometer and you're only going 60 🤣

@artoriasoftheabyss1575

10 ай бұрын

with an intake and exhaust the car screams

I just did my pads and rotors and agree the rotor retaining screws are a huge PITA to get off cleanly. The s2k, like all otherJDM cars, use JIS (not Philips!) screw heads. You need a Vessel impact driver to get those sukkers out.

@sengvang3718

9 ай бұрын

Used a impact 🪛 to get mines out. Didn't put them back in.

As an owner with the same Moonstone grey colour, I’m very interested in your impressions,

I am now planning to buy an s2000 to accompany my 8th gen civic si..

How would you compare the s2000 with the 2022+ gr86? It would be a neck and neck comparison

Only complaint is the 'wiper blade holders' sit up so high, wish they were flush. Have a '06 Fg2 Civic Si Coupe, same 'Galaxy Grey' color as Pattieboi. Too bad he has since sold it 😮

is the clutch stock? I had clutch buzz when I ran a sprung competition clutch (same setup was quiet in my 2000 civic). The issue has something to do with the clutch disc thickness, ended up going with OEM disc and act pressure plate and flywheel and all clutch disc noises were gone. I'm using an OEM throw-out bearing and it tends to be louder in neutral when the a/c is running (rsx is the same way) Now if there's an actual intermittent noise with your clutch is it happening in neutral or while driving, or when disengaging/engaging? If it sounds like something is rattling as you engage/disengage the clutch it could be your actual clutch disc falling apart (the area that holds the dampening springs). If it only happens at certain rpms it could be something like a heatshield is loose.

I want one now

My best friend brought one of these things before the prices got, he had a cherry-red clean Honda S2000 2001 just like yours. It had 56k on it, no accidents, ppf already installed, and it was just sublimine. I love driving that car around. And he only paid 17k for it! Too bad it got stolen 🥺

@VirtualGuth

10 ай бұрын

Ugh, that's heartbreaking. I had a special car stolen many years ago, it sucks. As S2000's continue to increase in value, more owners whose cars are in nice condition will need to consider classic car insurance, the sort with "agreed value" policies like those offered by Hagerty or Grundy for example (as opposed to stated value policies that the typical insurers offer).

So the better question to you is, what are you going to do with the FL5 Honda Civic Type R?

Hi Mate, I used to have a 2013 Subaru BRZ and after 7 years ownership, I change it into a 2012 Mazda NC2. How you feel about the differences between those cars to the S2000, as I am in Australia, the S2000 price holds very high, it is about DOUBLE the price of the similar miles 2012 Mazda NC2 or 2013 BRZ, do you think overall it is worth to change into S2000, is it really that good to pay DOUBLE the price of NC2 and BRZ? Thanks a lot mate.

Can you drive an integra dc2?? I’m thinking about getting one but no one does a good job showing it off like you do

Just wanna say that watch u have on is beautiful. Which one is it ?

The ap1 is almost perfect, just needs a hydraulic steering rack

AP2 is better overall in my experience and rarely uses oil if you take care of it....retaining screws on the rotors require an impact driver (hand tool not pneumatic)

I would recommend a rear diff upgrade and if you also want more pep, a different ratio. I know there is a shop in florida that specializes in s2k diffs. That is one of the weak points of this car. My ap2 developed a nasty diff whine with a stock powered engine. Stock is very fragile and I believe they are manufactured by hyundai

Would you say a s2000 is worth 35k for a low mileage one or would you recommend a gr86 /ND2 for that price??😅

You're naughty for speeding.

My cousin got a 2k but he sold it but i loved the sound

Is it a noticeable difference cutting the intake box hearing the induction?

Just bought the RE71RS (255/40R18 on a extra set of wheels) for autocross/track days on my FL5 CTR. The track/autocross I'll be frequenting is 50 miles each way. Would you be worried about the wear on them by driving them to and from the track, or should I use my street tires/wheels to get there and back and try to carry all 4 in the trunk every time?

@feelsgoodS2K

10 ай бұрын

if you track your car enough, heat cycling will hurt 200TW tires well before tread loss becomes an issue. That being said, if you have a jack and can fit all four tires in your car, why not save some tread and change 'em at the track the morning of your events?

@TheTopher

10 ай бұрын

I wouldn’t worry about street use on the tires. drive on em, enjoy them!

Toyota 86 owner here. How would you rate the power delivery vs the BRZ, specifically the first gen one? I've never driven an S2000, but I'm thinking that the power/torque must build more smoothly than the BRZ, making it feel more satisfying to rev out. The dippy delivery of the BRZ/86 is a bit of a downer, even if the acceleration numbers are not too far off this car. That may be why so many have yearned for "more power" in BRZ/86 platform because of the torque curve.

@feelsgoodS2K

10 ай бұрын

brz = up down up s2000 = down up upp

@sleepeatdrive7619

9 ай бұрын

Uppppp and keeps going up specially from 6K all the way to 9K RPM!!!

What's the exhaust setup? Sounds great

That screaming F20C

Let us know which shop you used for alignments, helpful for the folks in Michigan.

@TheTopher

10 ай бұрын

autolab in plymouth - I usually just give them alignment specs and they get it to the decimal point!

I've heard Honda S2000's are really easy to work on like a motorcycle car..