{"id":20360,"date":"2020-09-14T22:33:28","date_gmt":"2020-09-15T05:33:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edelalon.com\/blog\/?p=20360"},"modified":"2020-09-14T22:44:50","modified_gmt":"2020-09-15T05:44:50","slug":"20-years-on-and-still-burning-bright-the-honda-s2000","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/20-years-on-and-still-burning-bright-the-honda-s2000\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Years On and Still Burning Bright \u2013 The Honda S2000"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In the modern world, we are constantly pressed to have the latest things, and our cars are no exception. We\u2019re told year after year that the latest model is safer, more attractive, better to drive, and has essentially rendered anything that came before it obsolete. It\u2019s a pretty aggressive system when you think about it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Who says that the age of a car makes it obsolete or less desirable? One model that certainly defies such logic is the ever-magnificent Honda S2000. First introduced to a motoring public back in 1999 for the 2000 model year with one simple objective in mind &#8212; make driving fun again!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Introducing: The Honda S2000<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The S2000 is an open-top sports car that enjoyed a decent production run from 1999 to 2009. The designation \u201cS2000\u201d is a reference first to the car\u2019s class (S is for sports car), and also to the now much-adored 2.0L four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine (2000ml displacement). Those familiar with Honda\u2019s production history won\u2019t be surprised by this, given that Honda had similarly named previous roadsters like the S500 and S800 in a similar style.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While the car underwent a number of changes to its design and hardware, there were only two real incarnations of the car to speak of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The AP1 (1999-2003)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The AP2 (2004-2009)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It should be noted that the AP2 was the main designation for the North American models of the S2000 after 2003. In Europe, Australia and Japan, the AP1 name was continued because these cars still contained the same F20C engines as the previous generation. They did, however, receive many of the other updates and upgrades we mention further below when we compare the AP1 and AP2.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, was it just a large engine and an aesthetic with seemingly universal appeal that made this car so successful in its 10-year run? The short answer is no. One more key factor made this car so incredibly appealing worldwide &#8212; horsepower. This sleek, athletic 2-door roadster in its standard configuration delivers some 240hp. Let\u2019s delve deeper:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What\u2019s Under the Hood?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Beyond its pleasing looks and charm, the real treasure of the Honda S2000 lay in its engineering. Here\u2019s the rundown of the key build features that drivers simply can\u2019t resist about the S2000:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Front-engine design<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rear-drive layout<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Six-speed, close-ratio manual transmission<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unequal-length control-arm suspension<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Firm and supportive bucket sports seats<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">All with a total weight of under 2800 pounds\u2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u2026and an initial retail sticker in 1999 of just $30,000<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Put simply, this design is the sports car driver\u2019s dream. Light in weight, powerful, to-die-for handling, and a head-turning look that is impossible to resist. Furthermore, the S2000 has from the beginning been a truly affordable sports car option. Drivers before the 1999 release of this Honda masterpiece would have had to fork out from $40,000 to $150,000 for the same power-to-weight ratio as offered by the S2000. Only four mass-produced roadsters of that time could beat it, namely the Chevy Corvette, the Dodge Viper RT\/10, the Ferrari F355 Spider, and the Plymouth Prowler.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We couldn\u2019t finish this section without remarking on the RPM redline of the S2000. Its fantastic 240hp is generated at 8300rpm, but this car\u2019s powerful engine revved to an astonishing redline of 8,900rpm. This was even greater than the then $170,000 Ferrari 360 Modena. It\u2019s hard to believe that all this was wrapped up in a single automotive package 20 years ago. To read about it now, we\u2019d easily believe that the S2000 could challenge any current car in terms of performance, power, handling, and design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">AP1 and AP2 \u2013 What\u2019s the Difference?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you\u2019re now thinking strongly about getting a Honda S2000, you might wonder whether you should opt for the original AP1 (1999-2003), or the second-generation AP2 (2004-2009). Here are the main differences you need to know about:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Engine Size and Torque<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The original 2.0L engine that came with the AP1 was pleasing to many because of the high-power output and amazing performance at the higher end of the RPM scale. Having said that, there are some who point out that the AP1 was sluggish in torque, especially when driving at a low RPM. It typically achieved 153lb-ft at 7500rpm. The North American AP2 featured a 2.2L engine, which while having a lower RPM limit of 8200, offered a modestly better torque rating at the lower end of the spectrum &#8212; 162lb-ft at 6,800rpm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Suspension<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The AP2 had its suspension retuned in order to reduce potential oversteer that some drivers experienced with the AP1. Essentially, the AP2 included changed spring rates and shock absorber damping, which in turn lowered tow-in changes when cornering.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Looks<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There were several changes to the aesthetic made between the two generations, including new front and rear bumpers, LED tail lights, oval-tipped exhaust pipes, and more. The AP1 had 16&#8243; wheels while the AP2 had 17&#8243; inch wheels and all-new tires from Bridgestone. In all, it was a pleasing facelift that updated and refreshed the model for its next several years of production. The AP1 warmed up the crowd and found a captive audience. The AP2 went all out to show the real personality of this car.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Gears<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The gears of the AP1 were longer, which is part of what gave the AP1 its impressive top speed and pull. Increasing the displacement by swapping out the F20 for the F22 engine meant altering the gears in the AP2, shortening the first 5, and lengthening the sixth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Special Versions<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There were a number of special editions of this car that were also produced in its run. These editions were usually exclusive to one particular region or market. Examples included (but were not limited to):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">AP1 \u2013 Type V (2000, Japan only) \u2013 featured variable gear ratio steering, revised damping units, and a special-edition steering wheel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">AP2 \u2013 Club Racer (2008, US) \u2013 a track-oriented version of the car with reduced weight, simplified interior and many performance boosts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">AP2 \u2013 GT (2003, UK) \u2013 this model had a fantastic removable hardtop and an outside temperature gauge.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Other Small Differences<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The AP1 (1999-2003) and the AP2 (2004-2005) still drive by wire. Starting in 2006, there was a switch to an electronic stability control system. Also in 2006, they included other things like better seating and speakers in the headrest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><b>The Honda S2000 is a Car of Fun &#8212; A Truly Timeless Machine<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What we learn from the example of the S2000 is that some cars can never be characterized by their year of production or release. Some cars surpass the confines of time and will delight us for years to come with their great appearance, dynamic performance capabilities, and more. They have a certain \u201cJe ne sais quoi\u201d about them, and it\u2019s one of those things that you only really know when you see it for yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Try out an S2000 for yourself and we are sure that you\u2019ll be instantly hooked and enamored with this glorious piece of Japanese engineering. 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           <\/a>\r\n                            <figcaption class = \"td-slide-caption td-gallery-slide-content\"><div class = \"td-gallery-slide-copywrite\">Electronic stability<\/div><\/figcaption>\r\n                        <\/figure>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class = \"td-slide-item td-item5\">\r\n                        <figure class=\"td-slide-galery-figure td-slide-popup-gallery\">\r\n                            <a class=\"slide-gallery-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AP1_wheels-scaled.jpg\" title=\"AP1_wheels\"  data-caption=\"AP1 16&quot; Wheels\"  data-description=\"\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AP1_wheels-560x420.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AP1_wheels-560x420.jpg 560w, 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