Prices Are Down, 2025 May Be Your Last Chance!

[@Perfectionyx]

Very well said. I'm not a honda fan boy but the S2K and NSX are my dream cars.

[@Grid.26]

Both are incredible! Thanks for watching!

[@Ismeeli]

How can u not be a honda fan boy but ur dream cars are hondas

[@markusluftner8418]

I own both. Just let me say the NSX handles insanly well but the s2000 is more fun on windy roads.

[@iCozzh]

S2K’s are dirt cheap in the UK fyi.

[@franciscooropeza2087]

How do only have 2.5k subscribers. Best s2000 history video on KZbin

[@navihawk1]

One of the best videos ive seen about honda s2000 in a long time! They r truly special cars and i enjoy mines as much as possible. Cant just let sit in the garage.

[@NAUS2K]

This was an incredible video. It deserves way more views. Was awesome to see some of my clips being used in this excellent documentary. The s2000 is truly something special and I can’t see myself ever letting mine go

[@Grid.26]

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[@hstorres1979]

S2000 gang 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@Grid.26]

Thanks for watching much appreciated! #S2KGANG !

[@chrisginoc]

The S2000 will go up in price like the Supra did. Buy one now to build and keep.

[@Grid.26]

Absolutely, with CR prices touching $200K, I could definitely see the S2000 reaching Supra numbers! Thanks for watching!

[@chrisginoc]

@@Grid.26 Question is: Build the F20 engine or swap?

[@Grid.26]

@@chrisginoc I think it really depends on what you're looking for: Track/Daily - Build the F20 and enjoy the 9K redline. Maybe add some forced induction for a bit more fun in the twistys. High HP Drag Car? A swap seems most effective though 1000+whp has been proven on the F20/F22.

[@chrisginoc]

@@Grid.26 When buying a used S2000, what should a buyer be looking out for or something to stay away from?

[@Grid.26]

@@chrisginoc when looking for a stock S2000; 10/10 vin stickers on the body panels, original paint,

[@SnoopiS2000]

Best video I’ve seen. This car will eventually be a 100k

[@mikemortensen1717]

This is the best S2000 video I've ever watched. Really well done! I appreciate the detail.

[@Grid.26]

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[@nicjaime5904]

Well put together video definitely deserve more views and subs !!!!

[@panamera53]

Videos like this remind me why I am and always will be a car enthusiast.

[@johndean3475]

A very poetic eulogy to a modern classic !!! Well done !

[@DonBMW]

Prices keep climbing. Trying to buy a second S2000. Have driven all sorts of sports cars and nothing comes close to that visceral feeling of the S2000 and its magical gearbox.

[@S2KV]

This video is very well done, great job. Plan to keep mines for a very long time.

[@Grid.26]

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[@mythik140]

Hands down the best car I have ever gotten to own and drive. Trying my best to get back into one but with the asking prices these days it is sure a mission. I'm seeing some already costing as much as the NSX so maybe this truly is our last chance to own this classic.

[@Frazdog1]

in the last year I bought a s2000. absolutely love it. I've also got a dc5 Type R(had several) love hondas

[@kinkin5619]

The s2000 is my favorite car of all time with the Miata being my next. When it came time for me to buy amy first car I settled for a Miata. Maybe one day I'll own a s2000. Though the Miata is still good fun.

[@johndean3475]

The 2.0 litre AP1 engine with 9000rpm red line was retained in the UK

[@binskee677]

everywehre except the US and Japan after 2006, many misinformations in this video

[@bigbuffbaby8830]

Good thing I bought mine

[@wonbongcho8709]

What an awsome video mate editing, commentary and knowledge thanks for the video i enjoyed it

[@Grid.26]

Thank you so much! We worked very hard on it and are extremely happy to hear you enjoyed it! Please subscribe for more! Working on an F50 video!

[@wonbongcho8709]

@Grid.26 liked and subbed, keep being consistent these videos are higher end level you will blow up

[@47los19]

Man… this is undoubtedly my dream car. I’ve very little experience with stick shift though, and I’m scared that when I FINALLY save up the money to get one, I won’t be able to properly test drive one lol. I’m looking at todays prices (about $30k for 60-80k miles.) and I’m I have no idea how I’m gonna get this money… I sold my brand new Honda civic and downgraded to a grandma owned 2006 Honda civic i 33k miles! Now I hope I can save up the money at a fast enough rate to catch up to the climbing prices!!! Anyone have any idea how i could convince someone to let me test drive their s2000 at least once? Lol!! I’ve only ridden the passenger side of someone who was nice enough to take me through the canyons, and that sold me. Very very good video man. You sold me as well.

[@kelvinpearson7819]

Bro I live in FL and I'd let you drive the hell out of my S2k! I've taught 3 people how to drive stick in that car😂

[@47los19]

@@kelvinpearson7819 LOL dude that’f be awesome! I’ve gotten to drive stick in the past in a 2019 civic Si, but only got into second gear like twice. I was mainly practicing the bite point of the clutch and trying to smoothly transition from a stop to a start. Thankfully no stalls!! It’s really nice that you’ve taught people how to drive stick in your s2k! I plan on teaching my little sister stick in my s2k if i get it in time 😂😂. Cheers mate

[@Grid.26]

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[@1HeatWalk]

Don't get a s2000 if you are lacking experience in driving rear wheel cars. The car will bite and kill you if you don't know how to recover from a drift. A Mazda Miata is way more forgiving. I own a 2005 AP2 with NO traction control.

[@jimmyjames1411]

How well would the prototype have done? I thought it looked good

[@6mtzhp55]

Watching this is torture because my S2000 is under a car cover for the winter.

[@Poppamotor]

Same story bro😅

[@1HeatWalk]

The car feels less special when you drive it all the time.

[@wolfpac550]

Amazing video 🤌🏾 I’m blessed to have one I love my S2000, there’s nothing like it.

[@Grid.26]

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[@philliphuynh612]

Bruh i cried watching this. Beautiful video. Will never sell my s2k

[@Grid.26]

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[@shubhamkadamb]

beautifully told

[@Grid.26]

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[@peterbalogh2646]

Good video! :-) Would be nice to own such, sadly since covid the prices are simply insane for all cars. Under 25k eur there is no S2 for sale...

[@yung2k395]

Great video bro, I love my S 🤩

[@LewReviews]

I am buying one soon got someone i know selling one thats been looked after no rust engine is mint 130k miles 8k cash buy

[@mikeyerke3920]

I’ll never sell my AP2. It will stay stock.

[@woodycasper3613]

I had my 2003 for ten year, the minute I sold it I regretted it.

[@mikeyerke3920]

@ We all have a story like that… unfortunately

[@cesarivan7598]

I have a 2006 NFR S2K but what i really want is an NSX. Seems like now that I'm older with kids/mortage, the NSX just keeps getting more out of reach.

[@jimmyribeiro7785]

What about the DC2 Integra Type R… im sure they will also go up in price the next 5-10 years. Not as much as an nsx maybe but…probably around 80-120k max

[@zxbuza5593]

waiting for datsun 510 prices to go down, will that ever happen?

[@gangsta_pigeon8023]

16 now, gonna buy a ap2 as soon as possible, hope they don’t appreciate to much but i bet they will

[@VoxYokai]

you're too late unfortunately

[@gangsta_pigeon8023]

@@VoxYokai yeah way too late haha, i got a civic si as my first car but honestly kinda lost my passion for cars since im a broke highschooler who can’t afford to do stuff to my car besides maintenance, got a motorcycle though and it’s been a blast.

[@1HeatWalk]

@@gangsta_pigeon8023 A Miata or a BRZ/FR86 are great alternatives.

[@mexdrago3009]

I see some other vehicle from the late 80s too that are popular but will be out of my price range soon.

[@Grid.26]

I agree, it’s unfortunate being priced out on so many amazing cars ;( but there’s always a gem in the rough to be found! Thanks for watching!

[@Buddyclub33]

Stock is best. Mods in the coming years will only have a negative effect on prices.

[@noesquicktechtips268]

Bro stop. Your making me blush. I wish I could drive mine so bad but it's been in storage for the last 3 months. PMW lifestyle. Is spring here yet?

[@calartian85]

I was out in my 06 last Friday with the top down in island county WA. Let’s Go!

[@servandovega4132]

This feels like a 2024 s2000 reveal lol

[@Grid.26]

Haha if only! I wonder what they would name it? S2000 or something completely different!

[@johndean3475]

What about Skunk2 racing upgrades ?

[@vedran555555]

AMAZING video

[@Grid.26]

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[@vedran555555]

@@Grid.26 Done!!!

[@thisguy8100]

My s2000 has almost 200k miles and I'll keep it forever if people can stop running into it

[@marcosbravo87]

Just a reminder of not selling my 06 cuz I was about to 😢

[@KhoiTruong]

Goosebumps ❤

[@Grid.26]

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[@obeynemo]

I’m lucky to have owned both ap1 and ap2 but for me the ap1 is the one I’m going to keep. Something very special about it..

[@alejandroochoa3541]

100% Disagree the s2000 is a "Modern day classic". its WAY more than that. Classics signify that its almost everyone's cup of tea, and widely popular. The S2000, is a glove that fits very select hands. There's cars that are Classics, and there's a MARVEL. This is a cult rebel, a deadly weapon only few samurai can wield. This car isn't quiet, soft, roomy, practical, suited for most but instead its the definition of raw and wild in one of the best examples to date. It wasn't marked, made, or even driven for the majority. Classic isn't its label.

[@binskee677]

Nice video but throttle by wire and VSA is not an advancement in an enthusiasts view :P

[@alpnstr]

drive by wire did make it much easier to tweak the tune though; but agreed on VSA... first time I experienced it I thought something was seriously broken!

[@binskee677]

@@alpnstr i never experienced the VSA but i heard it's useless everyone turns it off anyway

[@danmontoya877]

You must have an ap1 ❤ and to play devils advocate, I think a lot of people pushed these cars without having the experience needed and they were getting totaled too often. I hate to admit.. I’ve been reckless with every car I’ve owned always chasing that feeling and my 09 which is the most watered down version scares me at its limits. If I never was a jackass driver over all those years.. vsa on or not I would be another statistic pushing this 4 wheeled street bike 😅

[@binskee677]

@@danmontoya877 do you drive go karts? I think it very much depends on the driver, my AP1 has a even sharper setup than stock, much more traction but even then i personaly feel most comfortable in that car at it's limits, it's literally like driving a gokart, you have to be quick catching it but with good bucket seats and a smaller radius steering wheel, you can feel very early when the rear want's to step out. AP1 and AP2 stock form and setups isn't good enough for track use, no matter which version you have, the magic of the car reveals when you start tuning the suspension in the right way and try to find your personal setup.

[@mazdaratti89]

It was so good it was discontinued, wait,,, What ! Performance wise it was a success, marketing wise, not so much.

[@calartian85]

That’s odd. The price of my bone stock ‘06 with 60k on it just went up!

[@zerosku96]

JUST GOT ONE!!!! LOW MILEAGE AP1 BABY!!

[@F_r_a_n_y]

Starting loosing me when many things were mispronounced. Complete lost me when you claimed that drive by wire is more responsive then a physical cable.

[@6mtzhp55]

Better catch F1 engineers up on this amazing discovery

[@omg_stoppit]

Man, I have owned my AP2 for 6 years, which I've modded and replaced every bushing and bearing, and I have to be real: this is waxing poetic about a car that has flaws but people just refuse to accept. The S2000 has super numb steering. It has a first-generation electronic steering rack which provides no lateral feedback. It is horrible. Steering wheel vibration is not feedback. Every steering wheel will vibrate by virtue of being connected to the wheels. "Steering feedback" is how the wheel loads up/deloads while driving. That gives you a clearer idea of what the front tires are doing. Because of this, you rely more on your feet/butt to feel for traction. It's not a deal breaker, but it's not as good as it could be. The S has great stock brakes but horrible brake cooling, so that needs to be addressed. I melted a piston into a caliper once, and that seized my brand new wheel bearing. Oh yeah, the cars eat wheel bearings. I have replaced more wheel bearings than the car has wheels. Valve adjustments need to be done pretty frequently otherwise the car runs rich, and the AP1's valve retainers need to be replaced unless you want to drop a valve. Engine mounts on all these cars are just about dead, and because they're never replaced, the constant bucking from the engine under load puts unnecessary wear on the clutch guide bearing sleeve. This then kills your master clutch cylinder. The stock suspension is horrible, and needs to be replaced with quality coilovers to actually have the car handle well. The car is also 20 years old at this point. If you buy an S2000, you're going to be replacing everything. EVERYTHING. Every bushing and bearing, all the fluids, every single consumable you can think of including your clutch, etc. That costs a lot of money. I got my car for $18k and spent damn near that much repairing all the little niggles that come with owning an old car. Granted, I take my car to an S2000 specialist and don't work on it myself since I live in an apartment, but you're still going to spend that time and money fixing these issues. I understand the fascination with the car, but I guarantee anyone who drives an ND2 Miata next to an S2000 will be more impressed with the driving dynamics of the Miata. The chassis is tighter, weighs 500 lbs less, has the same FMR/50-50 layout, and a way better torque curve. If you love the S (which I do as it came out when I was in middle school and it was my dream car), it's fantastic. But if you are buying the car expecting some God-tier driving experience in stock form, you're in for a surprise.

[@ayowser01]

You lost me at a miata being a comparable driving experience, but all else is spot on.

[@65hi863dhyu]

I had one also and completely agree. The chassis also lacks rigidity. It's just not stiff. Despite all the X brace etc. The chassis flexes on turn in at the front end. This becomes even more annoying on stiffer springs. It also has low slide controllability. It's great but far from perfect. And yeah, the steering feel is straight up awful. Both the RX8 & ND show a mid, front engined car with double wishbones can be fantastic to slide around. S2K, not so much.

[@Manvswild11]

Haha wow what a negative nancy you are. Ap1 retainers are totally fine unless you’re money shifting! Valve adjustments don’t need to be done as frequently as you make out either, I did mine 20k ago and just checked and they were exactly the same. Also the steering isn’t amazing but it’s not “super numb” you’re getting on the bandwagon of all the negative things people say about the car. It’s got much more positives then the limited number of slight negatives you mentioned, find a car that doesn’t have any negetives, I’ll wait.

[@testing3166]

I agree about the stock suspension, specially the AP1. way to stiff in the rear. It does have a feel to it that few cars can provide though .

[@danmontoya877]

I agree on the brakes 100% and would love some advice on how to get mine to stop how it should. The steering could def be improved but ill be damned if I don’t feel the weight of my groceries in the trunk. I won’t say you’re wrong as I’ve only got 2 years under my belt.. but wouldn’t you say if these are the only problems for a mass produced experiment of a car who’s slogan should simply be “because racecar”.. wouldn’t that mean the s2000 needs even more

[@Joe.s2k]

Lfg!!

[@karyo4101]

I got mine for 4 grand

[@Grid.26]

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[@karyo4101]

@@Grid.26I got you, good quality work

[@Buddyclub33]

Can't afford an S2000 so bought the next best thing, a 2006 FG2 Civic Si. Poor man's FWD S2000

[@allispossiblee]

cut the first 2:47 minutes, upload alone with title The LEGENDARY Honda s2000 and get over 100.000 views, or not 😂

[@deebee68]

I’m a huge fan of the S2000 but this video makes me want to vomit…. Verbose