Vehicle Description
2003 Honda S2000 Roadster
The Honda S2000 was launched in April 1999 and was created to
celebrate the company's 50th anniversary and named for its engine
displacement of 2.0 Liters, carrying on in the tradition of the
S500, S600, and S800 roadsters of the 1960s. In total, just over
66,000 S2000's were sold in the U.S. between 2000 and 2009 with
just 7,842 landing in the U.S. in 2003.
For consignment, a 2003 Honda S2000 Roadster with at title verified
48,544 actual miles, and one of only 205 silver on red specs to be
sold in the U.S. in 2003. Touted as one of best balanced and
handling factory cars of modern times, this one has some upgrades
to improve handling, breathing, and stopping.
Due to modifications of the emissions control devices installed by
the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and federal laws
to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on public
highways in your area.*
Exterior
Silverstone Metallic coats the Japanese roadster on a design that
looks good in every color available and will continue to look good
50 years from now. Rounded bumpers, steel rockers, aluminum body
panels and all the bulbous sporty design retains its two stage
shine and wears chrome emblems that present an understated
braggadocio that's consistent throughout the car. Wide fenders
hover over 17-inch Enkei PF01 wheels wrapped in 40 series tires and
aerodynamic headlights create an extremely menacing look while
integrated flush tail lights wrap around the rear quarters under a
carbon fiber wing. A number of scuffs and scrapes are present and
have been touched up, and while the black canvas soft top is in
generally good condition, we do note a few tears in the canvas and
some slight hazing of the back window.
Interior
Smooth red leather covers the sleek door panels on the inside which
are fitted with power window, power mirror toggles and a perforated
black door pull, with some slight waviness to the red leather
insert. Tall, red leather bucket seats are some of the best in the
business, supportive, sporty, and comfortable, showing just a touch
of patina on the driver's side. A red leather covered console races
forward to meet the dash and holds the short arm shifter and a
small storage area finally meeting a red panel that flips down to
reveal an AM/FM/CD radio. The no nonsense and attractive factory
cluster is set in front of the driver and retains the heat and AC
dials on side pods. We note an indentation on the dash pad and some
holes where some kind of accessory was once mounted, while the rest
of the dash is smooth and red. And speaking of red, the low pile
red carpet is in great shape, protected by carpeted mats while the
trunk is lined in gray felt covered plastic panels for a finished
look.
Drivetrain
Under the long hood is a relatively clean bay housing a 2.0 liter
DOHC 4-cylinder twin cam engine fed by EFI capable of making 240hp.
That peak number is achieved at a buzzing 8,300rpm and the redline
is a staggering 9,000rpm. A metallic red piped AEM cold air intake
is on for a few extra ponies and mated to the back is a 6-speed
manual transmission sending power to the rear 4.10 gears with
limited slip. Upgraded power disc brakes include Wilwood calipers,
slotted rotors, Hawk Hp plus pads, and stainless steel brake
lines.
Undercarriage
Slight surface rust is emerging from the suspension parts, but all
is solid unibody construction with good floor pans, and rockers. CR
track springs have been added to the front and rear independent
coil sprung suspension along with a 30mm Whiteline front sway bar.
Exhaust includes a stainless steel TR1 70 R-EM system with a tip
blued from heat cycling. No catalytic converter is present.
Drive-Ability
We drive plenty of roadsters here at the mall, old and new,
American, British, German, Japanese. There are few as comfortable
as the S2000 and with our "average" build, we fit like a glove. We
know whether the trip is short or long, fast or slow, this cabin
will oblige and present controls at our fingertips. Meanwhile,
handling is crazy good with its stiffened chassis and wide tires
and acceleration is more than adequate. And, as quality built
Japanese cars go, every function works as it should, however the
check engine light is on. While Classic Auto Mall represents that
these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
While S2000's are uncommon on the street, their legendary
combination of poise and performance is well known. Now reserved
for Cars and Coffee or even SCCA events, seeing one in the wild is
suddenly big news and the car's reputation is well earned. You have
your choice of roadsters and we have quite a variety at the mall,
but for high revving performance and reliability plus creature
comforts, it's hard to beat the Honda S2000.
JHMAP11413T003451
J-Japan
H-Honda
M-Passenger Car
AP1-S2000
1-2 Door
4-2.0 Liter DOHC VTEC
1-Check Digit
3-2003
T-Tochigi, Japan Assy Plant
003451-Sequential Unit Number
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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