2005 Honda S2000 Review

Totally Unbelievable!!!

Written by: Paule on 09/09/2009

Vehicle

2005 Honda S2000 2dr Roadster (2.2L 4cyl 6M)

Review

Ever since I was kid I always hoped to by a Porsche 911 as my dream car...That all changed after I purchased my 05 S2000! The car is TOTALLY UNBELIEVABLE in every way. And when I see other S2000 owners that have previously plopped down the mega- bucks for a 911, and turn around and sing the praise of the S2000, well it makes me really, really happy! Like a Cheshire cat, I might add! When the engine hits 6500k it takes on an all together different personality. Its a little bit scary, in a real cool way. Its like getting 2 cars in one. Top speed is supposed to be 150. I've had mine up to 118 and it was more stable than anything Ive ever driven, (including a 911). I'll never sell it.

Favorite Features

The V-tech engine is Special Indeed. I've also been told that they were hand crafted. Oh yeah, my wife who has a love/hate thing going on with speed loved being in the passenger seat and traveling down the highway at 111mph! Now that is the ultimate testimony.

Suggested Improvements

None really. And I really thought about it.

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It's a Keeper

Written by: JL Clancy on 07/03/2009

Vehicle

2005 Honda S2000 2dr Roadster (2.2L 4cyl 6M)

Review

The best thing about driving the S2000 is that I am a lady science teacher and my middle school students love it that I can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 4.2 seconds in my Honda. My husband has clocked me. My husband's feet are a little too big for the pedals so he doesn't drive it much but we bought the Honda for me anyway. I zip around the countryside, hugging corners, shifting gears. Sixth gear is the best as I feel the burst of power. People smile and wave to us. Young and old have said, "Cool ride!" And it is.

Favorite Features

My spoiler on the back adds a touch of class and I love the wide back tires. The car corners unbelievably. The lines of exterior are artwork.

Suggested Improvements

I need the headphones for the seat to hear music better when going high speeds with the top down. When cruising more slowly, the speakers are great. There should be a warning to buyers that other drivers want to race with you and that is not cool on interstates or public roads. Resist temptation!

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I'm in love

Written by: Susan on 06/27/2009

Vehicle

2005 Honda S2000 2dr Roadster (2.2L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I was feeling pretty low as I started my search for a car. You see, I'd had a stupid wreck, my fault, and now I was being forced to replace my beloved 300ZX. A friend told me I'd know my new car when I saw it and boy, was he right! One test drive was all it took. You have to drive this car to understand how tight it feels. I challenge any car lover to drive it and not smile. If you want interior bells and whistles, look elsewhere...no dash GPS here...but if you want an amazing piece of affordable engineering that is a real driver's car, this is it. Also, the red color I purchased is so loud you can practically hear it.

Favorite Features

The sound of the engine and the excellent gear box.

Suggested Improvements

I want someone to invent a way to get good tires to be less expensive. Or hire me to, I'm a chemist. lol

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A good fit!

Written by: Dustin on 01/15/2009

Vehicle

2005 Honda S2000 2dr Roadster (2.2L 4cyl 6M)

Review

After driving Z4, Boxster, and S2000 I spent a good deal of time considering which I would be the best for my situation. Exterior styling on Z4 is good, interior and ride is rubbish. Boxster is the nicest drive of the 3, but at considerable running costs. The S is just fun, good looking and bullet proof. Engine note on Boxster is supreme. I actually plan on driving this car daily at some point and prefer to trade seldom. The Boxster is a bit better in every way except running costs and maybe steering speed / response. In short, Boxster cost is 2X up front, 3X to run, and lasts 1/2 as long. S wins on precise handling and overall reliability.

Favorite Features

Surgical shifter, lightning steering, perfect balance.

Suggested Improvements

Better stereo I guess... but I purchased a driving tool, not a living room so who cares?

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05 S2000

Written by: rd118403 on 01/06/2009

Vehicle

2005 Honda S2000 2dr Roadster (2.2L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I have always wanted one of these cars since they came out in 2000. I finally found myself in a situation where I did not need practicality and had an extra car for rain/snow driving, so I bought a Certified Pre-Owned 2005 S2000 about 4 months ago with 30850 miles. Whenever I go out and drive this car I don't want to go back home. I just want to keep driving. People have called it a 4-wheel motorcycle based on it's handling, high-revving 4-cylinder and open-air nature; I've found that it is also like a motorcycle in the sense that when you drive it you just want to keep going. (The only other thing that's given me that feeling was a motorcycle.)

Favorite Features

Handling, VTEC engine, incredible gearbox, fast up/down convertible top, interior layout, rear-wheel-drive, 50/50 weight distribution, reliability.

Suggested Improvements

The speakers are a little weak but you don't need music in a car like this. I only average 22 mpg but I guess that's not too bad considering I almost never take it on the highway. It's hard to find faults in this vehicle

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