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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 11:53 AM
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Update 3/20: New Pic page 3 - Wheels and Brakes have been upgraded

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So after I sold my 2nd 350z I ended up getting an Evo X and then a short (7 days) stint with a G37S. But the Evo was a lot more power than I need (412 awhp) and the G37S was too refined for my liking as a sports car. So, I went to look for my 3rd S2000 (previous 2 were daily drivers). In any case, I eventually found my unicorn (white) S2k. Had her in the shop for a little makeover and now she's back!

I went for a morning drive on Christmas Eve and had my camera with me so I figured why not - but I'll have a different properly planned shoot coming soon. I just wanted to drive her after being in the shop for 2 months. I live in Santa Monica so I cruised up to Zuma Beach in Malibu for some pics.
















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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 12:12 PM
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Very nice and I miss cruising up the coast of SoCal!
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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 01:12 PM
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You have great taste and I love all your builds
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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 01:41 PM
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very nice. whats the mod list on this thing? how many miles?
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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 06:18 PM
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Thanks guys!

Originally Posted by SuperBlack350z
very nice. whats the mod list on this thing? how many miles?
85k Miles - not bad for an 04 - it's in pretty much mint condition.

As for the mod list, it's below. I'm keeping her all motor and working on dialing in the suspension more for street / weekend warrior / canyon duties. This car isn't going to be fast like my 9 MR or my X - I got all my power fix on the Evos. With the S I just want it to be the best handling / looking car I can have while cruising Malibu canyons.

All authentic parts (of course!) including the Hardtop

Exterior
Voltex Street Front Bumper
Voltex Race Sideskirts
Voltex Rear Diffuser
Voltex Type 7 GT Wing (275mm stands)
Mugen Hardtop (No. 0578)
Downforce +30mm Front Fenders
Ferrari F458 Side Markers
Craftsquare Carbon Fiber GT Mirrors

Performance / Suspension
Advan RS Wheels (PC to Volk Gloss Black)
Bridgestone RE970AS Pole Position
CR Suspension / Swift Spec R Springs
Cusco / Gold Wrapped Intake
Custom Coast F1 Exhaust
Berk HFC

Interior
Clazzio Red/Black Leather Seat Wraps
Moddiction 425g Anvil 2 Shift ****
Alpine x305s
Eclipse Speakers

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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 08:11 PM
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Not feeling the salad bar but everything else looks good.
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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 08:40 PM
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Looks great, Alvin. Love me some Voltex!
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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 09:43 PM
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puff!!! wat a car!!! this is how a JDM car should look like.

congrats!
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Old Dec 26, 2013 | 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by AroundMyHorn
Not feeling the salad bar but everything else looks good.
Thanks bro. Yeah the wing isn't for everyone but it's functional and I think it adds to the aggressiveness of the kit.
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Looks great, Alvin. Love me some Voltex!
Thanks bro!

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puff!!! wat a car!!! this is how a JDM car should look like.

congrats!
Thanks bro! Took a while to get her back but I'm really happy with the result!
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Old Dec 26, 2013 | 10:47 AM
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That Mugen hardtop, though.
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Old Dec 26, 2013 | 11:12 AM
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Wow, can't wait to see it in person!

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Old Dec 26, 2013 | 08:48 PM
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Originally Posted by pyshin
That Mugen hardtop, though.
Haha thanks bro! Yeah I didn't want to get a replica. The fitment on the authentic piece is flawless.

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Wow, can't wait to see it in person!

Looking forward to seeing you guys! It wasn't ready on the 7th so I couldn't make the Dec. meet.
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Old Dec 26, 2013 | 09:02 PM
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Haven't seen your toys since you dropped the Z before leaving Sea-town.

Still killin it!!! Legit and complete that's what we can expect from your builds
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Old Dec 27, 2013 | 05:58 AM
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Dude ur cars always excite! Well done man
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Old Dec 27, 2013 | 10:29 AM
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mmm nice i'm liking all of the Voltex. cool ride bro.
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Old Dec 27, 2013 | 10:45 AM
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GorgeouS2000.
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Old Dec 27, 2013 | 12:24 PM
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thanks for the list. this is one badass s2k. i would love to have one in the stable.
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 08:51 PM
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Thanks guys!

Here's another shot from my canyon drive today:


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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 11:40 PM
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I dig your s2k Alvin! hard top ftw. you always have cleanly built cars.

I cross shopped one when I first picked up my Z way back when .. wife nixxed the idea due to the size (wtf?! why did I listen anyways?). nowadays I'd need a little more grunt to enjoy one, but it's a good platform to boost..
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 04:21 AM
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Pics of it at Willow springs would look a lot better.
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