The way Honda designs its cars in both exterior and interior never fails to impress. you drive an S2000 in 2021 and it still turns heads out there in the roadway despite it's an old car.

Like Hagerty's youtube page, but this isn't really a buyer's guide, more of a general review. Savagegeese has a true in depth buyers guide for this car that really tells you everything you need to know when considering purchasing one.

S2000 Buyers Guide: Good Luck

I spun my AP1 after owning it for about 10 minutes. Respect the snap oversteer. Best car I ever owned.

I’m so happy i got my s2000 before they skyrocketed in price. Such an amazing car.

My heart beats a little bit faster whenever I see or hear an S2000 😳

Just bought an 05 AP2 a month ago. Low miles and stock great condition. Love it!!

Top Half of the cap? You mean VTEC's second cam profile There are actually 4 variants of the S2000, essentially changing every 2 years. AP1.1 (00-01), AP1.2 (02-03), AP2.1 (04-05), and AP2.2 (06-07) the 08-09 cars also had little changes but are still considered AP2.2s 1.1 cars have a (factory) plastic window, a richer tune ecu, slightly weaker synchros, and most importantly in the US 2 squirt oil jet bolts. These need to be changed to 4 hole banjo bolts to help lower oil consumption & on cars that see more time in VTEC also presently cylinder wall scoring. Some early 02s also still have the 2 hole banjo bolts so look out. 1.2 cars are the best of the AP1s, they have the updated synchros, banjo bolts, a glassback window, some interior and suspension rates changed but 03s also have a bigger oil pump from the AP2. 2.1 Is cable throttle of the 2.2L without VSA (traction control) and still is essentially a rawer car. These are considered the best year for a stock car as they don't have the AP1 or AP2.2 DBW issues. They do have an issue with 2nd gear popping out on 04s similar to the NSX snap rings, which isn't a fun fix if you have them. 2.2 is the car you want for a autocross, track, or modified car. The ECU is flashable so with a High Flow Cat you can use a lower VTEC tune for a ton of midrange torque without affection high RPM power. They can also have a safe fuel cut of 8500rpm for those sections you need a bit more speed in. HOWEVER they also run lien with a returnless fuel system so they tighten their exhaust valves over time causing you to need more frequent valve adjustments. Hargerty, I could write a whole article if you'd like about the indepth stuff and the basics. My instagram is @130_James.Dean

Almost two years after this video, I'd like to say that the S2000 is still and "attainable" JDM legend.

Awesome Review of a great car! These things dominated our local autocross for the longest time. All the top drivers had them. Seeing less of them lately as they become older cars.

Just bought my first one !!!! Can’t wait to drive it !

I was searching for 4 years for a low mileage AP2 with red interior. I'm glad to say that I found one 2 years ago. I've taken it to the canyons and auto cross multiple times. My baby is now sitting there looking mint. Once in a while when I'm stressed out of my mind, I take out the car and once I'm driving it that stress is non-existent. For those of you that haven't driven one, drive one! You never know, you might just fall in love and join the S fam!

Love my AP2 never going to sell it such an awesome experience everytime I turn it on

I’m loving the new content Hagerty. Especially Sam & Jason

There's also a version of the AP1 with out the air conditioning , saving weight and increasing the room under the boot . i got one since nearly 8 years now , 137 000 kms still with the OEM clutch , great car !!!

Got my '03 15 years ago and it will be in my will

Bought my '07 new in Jan. of '08, when so many had given up on this fantastic machine. You can have it when you pry it from my cold dead hands.

this is the best car in the world and i drove a lot of different cars ... A LOT ... best 4 cylinder ever made / light / best shifter best gear box ever produced / wonderful chassis

Got a 2000 ap1 model with 255k everything original beside battery tires and wheels, it is still running strong

Nicely done Sir. Like the back stories too. Thank You

Was hoping for a more detailed guide. Like common problems and where to check for rust.

My dad has one, already told him it's mine when he wants to let go of it. Got the Honda bug from my Integra so need that sweet VTEC again in my life 😂

Even if you buy one in bad state, everything is a easy DIY fix. Designed so well don’t be scared 👍🏼

I already own a S2000, why am I watching this?

It is still Great after 18yrs!

I've had my '05 for 11 years. Not letting it go.

Mannn this makes me want to take mine out right now..... Expect its - 1C outside and the roads are salty. Only another month or so to go. Can't wait to get back out in it.

Also rare to find one that hasn't been messed with my tuner boyz.

Love it! Last week came home with a 2000 with 30K and Super Clean! I promise not to PARK it and Just Look at it Dammit! Awesome Car!

My dream car 😍 I love you s2000 ❤

Thanks for the review! Have an 02 Suzuka blue, love it! Will never sell! :)

Great content

You nailed it🤙💯

Nice review. One thing though, its not that no one cared for it, but all of us that cared could not afford it when it was new. :)

I could listen to Sam Smith do these Buyers Guide episodes all day. I remember (as I’m sure many here do) when this car first debuted in 99 as a 2000 year model , and was always impressed with the F20C and later F22C1 engine that Honda produced for the car. Producing the highest specific power output for any naturally aspirated piston engine in a car priced under US$100,000, this engine is still one of the highest output per liter and the highest revving mass production engines ever made.

Sam Smith, formerly of R&T may not own an S2000, but he does own an ITR. Definitely not "stupid", one of the best auto journalists out there. Thanks Sam!

I was able to get my 2011 TSX Sport Wagon because of an S2000. The former owner of my wagon had both cars, and his wife told him to get something larger to haul their kid around. He did the right thing and kept the S2000, which meant I got a great wagon. I've always loved how these looked and sounded!

Had my AP1 for over 4 years now :) aftermarket rear toe arms are a day and night difference in being able to dial out that rear end twitchiness

I’ve been waiting for this lol

I love my S2000!

People need to stop talking about the S2000, it will only drive the prices even higher..

Snap oversteer can be reduced by wider tires, better tires and experimenting with the tire pressures.

I've driven a 2002 S2K for the past 11 years. No other car provides such pure driving stoke. I'm seriously having it buried with me just in case they don't stock them in heaven.

The S2000 will go the same route as the Supra.

can you guys do a 240z buyers guide please and thank you...

Personally, I want my outboard tires planted firmly. The car must get the inboard tires in the game. I've only been driving Honda hatchbacks since they were available. I like it. Rails, man.

Hagerty rules!

Proud owner of S2K here.

just a question on AP1 vs AP2 handling.. I happen to have an AP1, but I'm driving with AP2 size wheels (215, 245). I haven't found the car loose at all, indeed it grips like crazy until it doesnt. I wouldn't mind LESS grip to be honest so it would be a bit more predictable. I wonder do you think the wheels itself is enough to make this difference in driving feel?

Buyers guide on the Honda Prelude !!

Looking to buy my first next week! AP1

Hagerty making the highest quality content these days 🙌🏼

Do you have a video about the '00-'03 BMW Z3 3.0 Roadster?

Buyers guide - buy one I want one so bad, im glad im from the uk

Had a '03 and had my eye on getting a '06+ but no longer worth it after price rocketed on these. Picked up a '09 Cayman instead.

I like this guy

Dag nab it.. now this video is gonna make them even more elusive and more expensive to buy! Tks.. I was a secret. j/k great review.. now .. find me one.

I'll admit to daydreaming of other cars, but when it comes down to it, I don't think I'll love them the way I do my s2000. It's just such a special machine.

I'm on my 3rd NA Miata and I'm heavily considering to sell and get myself an s2k butttt na Miatas have been sky rocketing too and I can't have both so I'm in a predicament. I love everything about the s2k though and I'd love to just rip it trough canyons, city

This makes it more hard to get rid of my ABP AP1 S2K :/ .. Good review though! :D

I remember the "experts" on reddit saying these cars will never be collectible...geniuses.

I have my dads old one wondering if it’s worth fixing

I loved the video, but I think the title should be flashback reviews or something like that.

I sold my 07 because the top was coming apart and the insurance was too much lol. What I traded it in for back in 2011 was almost what I bought it for used. Since then the price of it went up. I wish I would have kept it.

I had a 2001 S2000 and loved it. But I’ve never had a car that would change lanes all by it’s self going through run of from sprinklers. No matter what tires I had on the car it would hydroplane in the wet starting at any speed over 45mph. It also was murder on tires. Now good luck finding one that’s not beat to death.

Sold my 07 in 2019, regretted it and bought an 06 with 23k miles for 30k!! But it's beyond clean and I'm just glad to be back in one.

Found one with a rebuilt title. 130,000 miles for 10k. Checking it out today

The Honda S2000 ROCKS man

The best sport roadster ever made 🙌

This is not a buyers guide; this is a video of someone gushing about the car. Which is fine just make sure the title matches.

I bought my S2000 new in 2002, Sebring Silver, and it is currently still sitting in my garage. It’s a California car, never driven in the rain, always garaged. It just turned over 8,000 miles. I know I’m crazy for not driving it more but I had too many toys and not enough time to drive it. The good thing is the car looks as good as the day I bought it, not a rock chip, door ding, nothing. As close to a new one as you can get. At this point I’m afraid to drive it as I don’t want it getting damaged. I just keep the oil changed and go for a drive once a month or so to keep it in good running condition. As much as I love the car as I get older it gets harder and harder to get in and out of it, lol. I will probably eventually sell it although I’m not looking forward to that whole process of figuring out what it’s worth, letting people test drive my car, etc.

Honda needs to bring this back, it’ll sell like crazy

I’ve owned mine since new 04 , very reliable, 103,000 km and I’ve only replaced the front brake pads at 80,000 km , I’m wondering how much higher in value will they go?

Crazy how the car this guy is reviewing looks and sounds exactly like mines. Guess I no longer need to do a KZfaq video....buy one now before prices go up due to hyperinflation

This car is so amazing. It's great to drive. Looks amazing. Turns heads. Prices are still going up

Do a video on the lexus sc300

Future classic.

What is this ap2 toe kit for an ap1?

Mostly accurate review/ guide but coming from a guy who has owned around a dozen S2K’s new and old. Go with the AP2 with the slightly lower redline. AP2’s are classified as 2004+ Model Years. (2004-2009)

Awesome review !

I bought 00 s2k last year w/32k miles. Probably should keep it for a bit. Interesting to see how high these go in value years from now.

I want one

Still a timeless beauty. Honda's S2000 aged really well. 👍

I hope one day I can own one. Preferably an AP1

I saw these in the early 2000's, but I went with the SRT4. I wanted something a little quicker.

I don’t care what anyone says but the S2000 is the best sports car ever!

Original Owner here... sitting in my garage under a cover is an '01 Silverstone, with red seats....30K miles... never touched rain.... its in better than showroom condition

I can say that my s2000 never ever let me down

Please do an E30 m3

An S2000 cost around USD 50,000 in Malaysia and over USD 100,000 in Singapore.

Hell, try finding a mint usdm 99-00 civic si

6 speed box but you only use 2 of them?

I used to have one in the exact same colour as this back in the 2000s. Probably the best car I ever owned. Gearshift is unmatched, handling was like a go cart. But, at just over 6 foot tall, the car is too small for me. The steering wheel is in your knees and the top of the windscreen is too low. Surprised the reviewer didn't mention any of that. The car is built for small Japanese people.

Sam: looking forward to something with torque after that 2CV. Hagerty: well....

I’ve had 3 and I can’t imagine ever selling this one. I’ve never heard anyone who doesn’t like them except a few motoring journalists criticising the lack of bottom end grunt. Un breakable machines which get a really surprising amount of attention.

Not a bad review, but it glosses over the handling of the ap1 vs ap2. AP1 has more tendency to steer with the throttle near the limit, which was intentionally designed in. It requires skill and a delicate touch, but I love that responsiveness in my 2002.

“ The AP2 is the better car, the Ap1 is the better S2000 “.

The S2000 is the car equivalent of a Honda CBR. Fast and fun but you have to rev the snot out of it to fully enjoy it.

I bought my S2000 five years ago with 33k miles. Now has 108k. And would def not sell it for $20k.

In France goods S2K are approaching 25.000 to 30.000 EUR now.