2003 Honda S2000 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

Pros: Excellent engine. If you keep it above 6000RPMs you will forget about the 153 pound-ft of torque. Pulls very nicely for another 3000RPMs. Sounds like a mini-racecar after 8000RPMs Transmission is the best feeling in the world for a production car. I have not tried Ferrari and Lambo trannies, but for a sub 200K car the S2000 is the best hands down. Everything else feels like garbage compared to an S2000 transmission. Build quality is typical Honda: excellent. The engine does burn more oil than your typical car, but it's to be expected from such a high-reving car. Throttle response is great and contributes to the ''racy'' feel of the S2000. The interior is not flashy but never feels cheap and everything is tightly screwed together. The S2000 will still look, feel and perform like a brand new car even after 5+ years of abusive ownership. The seating position is amazing, you truly sit close to the ground and have a great feeling of being right on top of the rear wheels. Steering response is excellent, lazer sharp. In fact after the transmission feel the steering and the way the car changes directions so quickly is something that really stands out. Reliability is outstanding on every aspect. Car is meant to be abused on a racetrack. Cons: Total lack of steering *feel*. The S2000 has great steering quickness-response, but it feels numb while doing so. You feel like you're holding the wheel of a play station video game. ABS kicks in way too early and disrupts what is a generally good braking system that has a nice firm braking pedal and good composure during hard braking. The car could use more horsepower because the chassiss-suspension can take it. The ride is extremely stiff compared to a Boxster S which handles just as well but doesn't punish your back while doing so. Gas mileage is very bad for a non turbo 2.0L engine, but hey it's got 240HP....

It rides like its on rails....rails that can turn on a dime! Awesome, car that accelerates out of the gate and handles like a dream. For the money there is no better roadster in my opinion. It's like having your cake and eating it, too.

My dad bought it used from Keenan Honda in Doylestown, PA on August 31, 2005, after he had been in the market for a BMW 3-series for a couple months. He changed his mind and it boiled to down to Chevrolet Corvette or Honda S2000. He test drove it and bought it all within a few hours. He was immediately impressed by the scalpel-sharp handling, powerful acceleration, and the aggressive appearance. The A/C in this little Honda was the coldest ever.

This car sets the bar high. I've test drove plenty of newer cars but the driving experience in the S2k far surpasses all of them. The convertable is a definite plus as well as the small upgrades that can easily be made to this car for uniqueness.

brilliant car peformance is very good, quite nippy, great build quality, looks like the bees knees, petrol last quite a bit, car is fun to drive i also love the colour and its also got the added bonus of a hard top

It was my dream car when i was in High School so as soon as i could afford it i bought it. Handles like no car you will ever drive. Power is adequate, could definitely use more torque but when that VTEC kicks in its night and day. This isn't a car for people who like amminities, no lock/unlock button, hide away radio. I love the car to death especially on a sunny day by the beach.

Excellent quality, manic engine and affordable performance.

It is literally like having a Big Boy Go Cart!! You think about going around the next corner and the car automatically takes you there. I get a smile every time I sit in the driver seats and press that little red button!! Engine Start!!

The car is lightweight which makes for an agile chassis. Honda has engineered a very simple design, not overly complex to modify or maintain. The S2000 has a very tight suspension, and handles very well stock. The S2000 is a step up from the MX-5 Miata, but less of a GT like the 350Z and Corvette Convertible.

This car is a must drive for any roadster enthusiast! It has great pep and an eye-catching look. It makes almost everyone do a double take and can keep up and take most cars off the line. Also an easy car to tune or dress-up.

by far and away the best, most incredible car i've owned. pretty big statement for someone who has owned over 50 cars personally. that car was poetry in motion. everyone should have the opportunity to drive it in a pack. mmmmmmmmm

Power in it's category in unsurpased. I love the handling and how high it revs, it goes forever. It's got reliablity and parts are relatively cheap, It is a true sports car and an instant classic at a fairly affordable price. If I can afford one, I guess 95 % of the population can too.LOL. Also the tuning and customization options are virtually limitless. You can personalize the S2000 to the point that is unique withthout having to spend a truckload of money.

Taking in to account that this is a 2003 model, it only had just a little over 10,000 miles. I expected a little more refinement in the S2000 as opposed to the Mazdaspeed. However that wasn’t the case. This 03 is an AP1 model and the ride Quality was not that great. Nor could I hold a normal conversation in the car with the top up. I compared this model to the Mazdaspeed and honestly I prefer it . The shifting is much smoother in the Mazda, ride Quality was about the same. The seats were comfortable in the S2000 but the headrest for myself was WAY to far back and there is no adjustment available. Is the S2000 a highly collectible automobile,certainly . The auction sites would indicate so. I prefer to drive my collectibles to car shows and enjoy them on the weekend drives. Maybe an AP2 would better suit my needs.

its fast, purpose built, good looking. huge aftermarket support. top goes down in 8 secs (faster than almost anything). very little maintainance cost.

Great car, price is too high. You can get a Porsche for a bit more