Vehicle Description
Curb appeal, great performance and its manufacturer's long-standing
reputation for dependability. This 2004 Honda S2000 has an awful
lot going for it. With only 35,000 miles in its rearview mirror, it
holds the promise of many more years of top-down motoring enjoyment
and the diligent care it has received over the years has left it in
truly impressive shape.
This Honda is just a flat-out pleasing car to look at. It has a bit
of an old-school, sports car vibe, but its appearance is by no
means antiquated and is the result of a production process we don't
see much of in the automotive world anymore. When Honda set out to
design and build the S2000, the company minimized input from its
marketing department, which allowed its engineering department to
wield maximum influence. The result is a car that appears almost
identical to the concept car that spawned the S2000 - the SSM that
debuted at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1995. Dressed in glossy Suzuka
blue metallic paint - its original color - this '04 represents its
model in the best possible light. Its exterior shows excellent
alignment, with consistent gaps between body panels and doors that
open and shut as smoothly as they did when this Honda was new.
Clear glass surrounds the cabin - even the glass window on the
well-fitted black convertible top is thoroughly transparent - and a
color-matched rear spoiler adds a touch of aftermarket flair.
From all indications, this Honda's interior has also been treated
with the utmost respect over the years. You'll find very little
signs of wear inside the doors - the bolsters on the bucket seats
present well and the door panels are free of the discoloration
you'd normally expect on a car of this age. Beyond the steering
wheel, the gauges all function as intended from behind their clear
lenses. Fresh carpet, punctuated with embroidered S2000 floor mats,
adds a nice touch to an already very appealing driving environment.
With air conditioning that's functioning in top form, as well as
cruise control, power windows, door locks and mirrors, this is a
car that's more than comfortable enough for frequent driving. An
AM/FM/CD stereo stands by above the center console to tend to your
audio needs.
When you put this S2000 through its paces, you're almost certain to
notice just how solid it feels - its X-bone construction makes for
a very rigid chassis. That chassis is powered by an unusually
efficient fuel injected 2.2-liter 4-cylinder engine that generates
an impressive 240 horses - Car and Driver magazine clocked this
S2000 in just 5.4 seconds when they tested it upon release. The
accompanying 6-speed manual transmission is geared to take full
advantage of that output and is easily navigated via the
short-throw shifter on the center console. Everything is in good
order beneath the hood - there's no grime build up and the
surrounding hoses and belts appear fresh. Power disc brakes in
front and back bring this Honda's set of upgraded 17" wheels
carrying Continental Extreme tires to quick, dependable stops. A
glance below will confirm that there's no rust in sight.
With its timeless good looks and strong performance combining with
the rock-solid dependability Honda has long been known for, this
2004 Honda S2000 would be a great fit for the enthusiast searching
for an amply powered sports car experience. Call today!
