Alex's 2002 Honda S2000 doesn't have a big wing, wide body kit, built motor or forced induction. Just simple mods and an AP2 transmission swap. Could this back-to-basic build be the ultimate representation of a pure driver's S2000?
It's fine for daily just DON'T buy coilovers/fart cans it's lot better. Has zero torque last thing you want is to be heard trying get up to speed limit lol
The perfect “AP2” is what we got in Australia. Basically all the AP2 changes but retained the F20C. I have a stock MY07 with its original factory F20C :)
Yeah it could be the mic setup or audio editing. If I’m not mistaken, this is sounds like the Fujitsubo Legalis R exhaust. Check out other videos it actually sounds really good.
Square tires (w/ good sticky tires) and a good coilover does wonders on S2ks. For the +06, You just need to tune to easily have a more wild (higher rev) engine setup. Lastly, switching to AP1 flywheel (or aftermarket that is lighter that AP2 flywheel) is another must for +06. Combination of all of these simple mods can be similar to Alex's setup and can be easily attained with either AP1 or AP2 chassis.
MR2 Turbo is the car I'll always take as my favorite canyon carving, backroad car. I liked the S2000 a lot, but the torque, rear weight bias and manual steering make it truly unique, especially for the price
I've been really torn between a new 86/BRZ and an ND2 Miata but I think the S2000 may be the perfect car. I love high revving engines and it's great that it has the ability to be top down or covered. Now begins the search to find a clean, stock AP1 and hopefully make some cool videos like this in the future!
I’d really love to see you drive a well set up manual 1st gen IS300. Mine has a similar build philosophy to this car, and to me it’s an absolute perfect daily. Suspension, big brake kit, lightweight wheels, sticky tires, quality short shifter, lighter flywheel and bolt ons. I even love the NA 2jz as it is, with a couple bolt ons it’s really enjoyable to take to redline. A turbo one with the chassis to match would make a great watch as well. I really enjoy and respect your driving, so knowing what you think compared to all the sportier cars you drive would mean a lot to me!
I really wish the US got the IS200 / RS200 with the 3S-GE; A good alignment and some tyres were all those needed to have some fun with while having the option to take them further than that, of course.
@@mhtate3626 I feel ya, but I like the idea of the IS300 being the "Japanese BMW". It's far from perfect and the iron block 2jz has many disadvantages compared to the beams, but a NA Inline 6 is a rare treat these days. Inline 6, manual RWD sedan with a LSD, to me that's something special. I wouldn't trade mine for the 4 cylinder any day, for the sound and feel alone.
AE86 is a lot of fun to drive as well. Less grip and power compared to an S2000 but very easy to drive on the limit. The low weight and manual steering rack make it super easy to throw around and feel what exactly the car is going to do.
AP1 with twin screw supercharged F22C. Hard top to replace soft top. Recaro pole positions. Tein Super Racing coil overs. Enkei Ev5 17" wheels. Full Toda exhaust. That'd be the perfect S2K for my taste (v.expensive though) Would be interested to see you drive the new Cayman GTS 4.0. Reckon you'd love it.
Just bought an ap2 transmission for my Ap1 after seeing this video. My car was turbo but it ruined the experience of the car and now that it’s NA it’s way more fun again.
Listen to your last words about the s2k makes super happy about it being my first sports car but I too feel I wont find as much fun in another car. I want to own other cars but it will be a long winding road of regret.
@@Zygrene oh dang up in nor cal? Look forward to seeing it! And of course, next time you're in LA my ND is ready for you to check out :) just tuned it on E85 so hopefully it's fun to drive haha
I have thought the same thing re: driving enjoyment of other cars versus the S2K. NA Miata, E30, AE86, are all contenders for FR lightweight driving fun, but you may be right that nothing else really offers the same experience as an S2K. Your description of "natural" describes the driving experience perfectly. Crazy but I think an NA FD would be interesting, not a three rotor, just a non turbo 13b
I have always liked the S2000 I did get a chance to run against one in my Datsun 510 SR20DET it has only 325hp but weighs 2000lbs you must know the outcome. A turbo S2000 would be great.
How far is the closest track to you? And what about the closest reasonably affordable hotel that isn’t like scary bad 😂 ? I need to come spend a couple months out there and just enjoy the community and events. When’s the best time to be out that way in your view? You interested in doing any motorcycle content/reviews if I had a couple of my bikes trailered out there whenever I come stay out there for a bit? And would you be more interested in riding the big 3 Japanese bikes like the r6 or the MT09, a triumph like my Daytona 675 triple, or an Italian like the Ducati panigale or my new favorite and my forever bike, my MV Agusta Brutale Dragster 800RC (I might have to buy a MV Agusta F3 or Super Veloce as well. I loveeeee the in-line 4 super sports revving to 16,000 rpm but the high revving triples like the Triumph and the MV Agusta might be the perfect harmony of attributes in a road race bike. ANYWAY sorry point is you up to do some riding if I trailer bikes out there and if so, do you ride already or do we need to get you a course under your belt ?
Could you elaborate on how the AP brakes felt better than Stoptechs(pedal feel, braking pressure vs stopping force)? I have been eyeing the Stoptech C43s for a while. Also what version/kit APs? Thanks!
Obviously check any for sale ads maybe if you're lucky 1/3 are running. If you've never swapped a engine in your life a rotary will definitely give you that experience
@@FATmenDRIVEtrucks You can pick up a mint rx8, thats had a rebuild and warranty on the rebuild for around $7000 in the UK, use the rest to build the ultimate chassis, brakes are good as standard for the amount of power its got, a good street port/half bridge plus breathing mods equals around 30whp, roll bars and ohlins coilovers, sorted.
I dont umderstand why in the states barely no one puts a shorter final drive in theyr s2000s. Here we all put the 4.7 final drive. The car acelerates alot harder and its the only way to get the advantage of the 9000 rpm limit
@@Zygrene I would be terrified driving NSX worth way too much nowadays. Idk I like to beat the hell outta cheap cars if you blow it up/wreck whatever. Sold my mint low mileage S2K invested the $ last year best decision of my life!
Man... inline-4s just don't sound good unless they are sportbike engines. Turbo/SC ones sound pretty good, but I think V6s (especially the VQ37) sound way better.
Guess ut would be great for the winter since itll be heat soaked lol. I just heard from either Lht or mighty car mods or some channel. Guess my short ram is losing power too?
@@Zygrene yeah, I know, rear mid engine just isn't as playful/fun (rather scary when you lose grip, and you always have to be ready to catch it) and you don't get the shifter from the gods or the full open top experience, the engine is less special as well. Although the amount of feedback/rawness and immediate responses make elige fun in its own way even when not on the limit. Less worries with s2k, better car for 95% of the people 🤣 can I trade my elise for an s2k and money?
