just took a test drive of the S2000
07-28-2002, 04:05 AM
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just took a test drive of the S2000
Just left the dealer and drove a canary yellow honda s2000. All the rave reviews about the driveability of the car are accurate. I loved driving it.. And boy, did I ever get the attention from the chicks ! That yellow with black leather is a chick MAGNET !! I had 2 sets of girls wave at me ( the top was down of course) at different times. I only drove it down the street for 10 minutes !
I am thinking of getting the s2000 instead of waiting.. Because number 1 , it is a convertible which I love ( the Z convertible wont be out for awhile) , and also I can have the car now.. Not to mention I wanted to paint my Z yellow which will cost me additional thousands of dollars .. The Honda already comes in yellow.
Oh well, just wanted to share my story of what I did today.. Cant test drive the Z yet so I thought, what the hell !
I am thinking of getting the s2000 instead of waiting.. Because number 1 , it is a convertible which I love ( the Z convertible wont be out for awhile) , and also I can have the car now.. Not to mention I wanted to paint my Z yellow which will cost me additional thousands of dollars .. The Honda already comes in yellow.
Oh well, just wanted to share my story of what I did today.. Cant test drive the Z yet so I thought, what the hell !
07-28-2002, 05:43 AM
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Sounds like the S2000 is the car for you. The Z isn't for everyone and I understand your need for a convertible. No hard feelings here.
Now if only the "chicks" would wave at you without the car.....
Now if only the "chicks" would wave at you without the car.....
07-28-2002, 06:31 AM
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I test drove a S2000 for a long drive like 30 min. It was the most fun car I ever drove. I think if there is a car that can stand up to the Z in the value catigory it is the S2000. I drove a Boxster S the day before driving the S2000 and I thought they should be priced the same. So for me the S2000 is really like a Boxster S for $20K less. I guess I will hear the Boxster loyalsts putting me down for that statement.
I think the Z is better for me because I do a lot of highway driving and the Z will be a more comfortable highway car. I used to own a Z3 and it was loud on the highway. Alos I am a tight fit in the S2000. But if you can live with that and I know you are really looking for yellow I think you have found your car. Good luck.
I think the Z is better for me because I do a lot of highway driving and the Z will be a more comfortable highway car. I used to own a Z3 and it was loud on the highway. Alos I am a tight fit in the S2000. But if you can live with that and I know you are really looking for yellow I think you have found your car. Good luck.
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07-28-2002, 07:22 AM
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Hey get that S2000! 
Less Z's on the road! hehe...
Honestly, the S2000 is an awesome car - that's well known. I think it's all preference... if you didn't pre-order a Z you may be waiting a while because once these buggers start hitting the streets MSRP will be a year off. A test drive may be that long off too
Edmonds.com already has it @ 4k over MSRP.
If you love the Z deep down inside then be patient... I personally believe it will be a more comfortable car then the S2000 and I guarantee you it'll be a much stronger chick magnet.
Z is a lot more mascline... *cringe* FLAMEOFF: Doesn't really matter right?!
Oh and on the chicks waving at you comment without the car hahaa... guys chase fine tails... women profile sports cars and material possessions... sad but true! NOT ALL WOMEN!!! FLAME OFF FLAME OFF!!! Just the real fine ones! hehehe.. jk jk... sortah
Less Z's on the road! hehe...Honestly, the S2000 is an awesome car - that's well known. I think it's all preference... if you didn't pre-order a Z you may be waiting a while because once these buggers start hitting the streets MSRP will be a year off. A test drive may be that long off too
Edmonds.com already has it @ 4k over MSRP.
If you love the Z deep down inside then be patient... I personally believe it will be a more comfortable car then the S2000 and I guarantee you it'll be a much stronger chick magnet.
Z is a lot more mascline... *cringe* FLAMEOFF: Doesn't really matter right?!
Oh and on the chicks waving at you comment without the car hahaa... guys chase fine tails... women profile sports cars and material possessions... sad but true!
NOT ALL WOMEN!!! FLAME OFF FLAME OFF!!! Just the real fine ones! hehehe.. jk jk... sortah
07-28-2002, 07:43 AM
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Hey Gish havea look at the skidpad on the TT and bite our tounge! I bought one! But I can honestly say I'm happy to get rid of it. ITs a great driver's car, but made liks ****
07-28-2002, 09:11 AM
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It also comes down to the size of the driver as well. The S2K is smaller inside than a Miata. I simply don't fit in an S2K with the top up. I have to duck down to look out the side windows; not very safe. Forget about wearing a helmet! Otherwise, it's a great car for the right sized person.
07-28-2002, 09:25 AM
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I think this thread really goes and shows how mature the community of www.my350z.com is. In most other auto forums here on the internet, if someone mentions their interest in a car other then what brand the site is dedicated to they're met with fierce flames from the ingnorant brand loyalists. But here it seems everyone realizes a car is a car, and that everyone is different and it's okay for people out there to like cars other then what they themselves drive.
07-28-2002, 02:33 PM
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the yellow version is still avalible!? i thought honda discontinue it? anyways, i'm happy if honda didn't close that colour cuz it's the best colour for the s2k in my opinion, and i'm already a bit angry on the 2000 model when stupid honda discontinued the silverstone. so hope honda does something smarter next time
07-28-2002, 07:20 PM
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According to my friend (owns a silverstone S2000), they change paint every year, so while they may always have silver, it's a different shade or type of silver every year. So each particular color has only one year of production. And according to Honda.com, they still have the yellow version available.
07-29-2002, 08:21 AM
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thanks for the kind (and candid) responses guys..
I just have to have a convertible. You just dont understand ... Driving around in Toronto there are so many tall signs and tall buildings and not being able to look up and around SUCKS ! LOL .
I was just going up and down Yonge street (in my intrepid DONT LAUGH) and there are so many outdoor big screen TV's and things to see that I cannot see in the car.. Plus girls in bikini's dancing on the 3rd and 4th floors of clubs by the glass .. Its just an amazing street scene here that I miss because I dont have a convertible.. Instead I have to pay for parking and walk instead of cruising up and down this amazing city.
Going through the amazing downtown club zone at night on Richmond st, Adelaide st and Queen Street West, A convertible is a MUST !
Anyhow, I wish the Z was available now and in convertible. Plus I wish they had yellow, my favorite sports car color...
Oh well, I still plan on buying the convertible Z in a couple years anyhow. I will sell the S2000 then. Luckily the S2000 has an awesome re-sale value.
I just have to have a convertible. You just dont understand ... Driving around in Toronto there are so many tall signs and tall buildings and not being able to look up and around SUCKS ! LOL .
I was just going up and down Yonge street (in my intrepid DONT LAUGH) and there are so many outdoor big screen TV's and things to see that I cannot see in the car.. Plus girls in bikini's dancing on the 3rd and 4th floors of clubs by the glass .. Its just an amazing street scene here that I miss because I dont have a convertible.. Instead I have to pay for parking and walk instead of cruising up and down this amazing city.
Going through the amazing downtown club zone at night on Richmond st, Adelaide st and Queen Street West, A convertible is a MUST !
Anyhow, I wish the Z was available now and in convertible. Plus I wish they had yellow, my favorite sports car color...
Oh well, I still plan on buying the convertible Z in a couple years anyhow. I will sell the S2000 then. Luckily the S2000 has an awesome re-sale value.
07-29-2002, 04:45 PM
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Bill, I bought the S2000 for almost the exact same reasons you did/will.
If the Z was out last April, it probably would have been a different decision as I am a much bigger Nissan fan than I am a Honda fan. However, I have been enjoying this awesome weather we have been having with my top down while others are still waiting patiently for their Z's. I truly feel for those guys.
Here are my impressions:
1) I will never not own a convertible in my stable of cars again. It adds so much to driving enjoyment when the weather is nice out, I couldn't believe it. Highly recommended to those who haven't owned one, you will probably love it.
2) The S2000 is a great deal of fun to drive, it's raw, frenetic and always demands your attention which is exactly the way I want my sports cars.
3) The Toronto area S2000 owners are truly a great bunch of guys, we're always organizing something, and most importantly share a love for all great cars. Please introduce yourself at our forum at www.s2ki.com under Clubs then Toronto area.
4) Spa yellow was only available for the 2001 model year in Canada. Only 50 were imported. If you are buying a used one, make sure you get the hardtop, because the spa yellow came from the factory with the hardtop. For 2003, brilliant white will be available with black interior up here.
5) Hopefully some of the 350Z owners will join us on future drives. I love that car.
If the Z was out last April, it probably would have been a different decision as I am a much bigger Nissan fan than I am a Honda fan. However, I have been enjoying this awesome weather we have been having with my top down while others are still waiting patiently for their Z's. I truly feel for those guys.
Here are my impressions:
1) I will never not own a convertible in my stable of cars again. It adds so much to driving enjoyment when the weather is nice out, I couldn't believe it. Highly recommended to those who haven't owned one, you will probably love it.
2) The S2000 is a great deal of fun to drive, it's raw, frenetic and always demands your attention which is exactly the way I want my sports cars.
3) The Toronto area S2000 owners are truly a great bunch of guys, we're always organizing something, and most importantly share a love for all great cars. Please introduce yourself at our forum at www.s2ki.com under Clubs then Toronto area.
4) Spa yellow was only available for the 2001 model year in Canada. Only 50 were imported. If you are buying a used one, make sure you get the hardtop, because the spa yellow came from the factory with the hardtop. For 2003, brilliant white will be available with black interior up here.
5) Hopefully some of the 350Z owners will join us on future drives. I love that car.
07-29-2002, 06:29 PM
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Originally posted by Gish
at least you didn't buy a Audi TT
Gish
at least you didn't buy a Audi TT
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We have a TT (225 Quattro Roadster). Wouldn't trade it for the world. The S2K is a great car. We didn't get it because it was smaller inside. The TT is a far more drivable car for daily use, IMO.
I'm considering a second sports car (since my wife drives the TT daily). Thinking about a second TT, S2K, or 350Z. Probably get second TT.
I have nothing bad to say about the 350Z, S2k, etc. They are both fine cars. They, perhaps can be called 'Better' if you look at the stats on the cars. But you drive a car, you don't drive stats.
'Better' (vs S2K) to us was: Quattro. More room inside. Seat comfort. Creature comforts. Stereo. Factory installed alarm. High quality materials, inside and out -no chrome plated plastic-metal is metal. Leather is leather. These may not be important to everyone, but it was to us. 0-60 times are not everything. Not everyone lives at a racetrack.
The TT isn't for everyone. If you don't like it, don't buy it. Making fun of someone else's choice, well, just isn't nice.
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