I like the s2k, better than a 350z.
s2k is not a easy car to drive IMO, when I test drove one, it was pretty scary... to go to fast in cornering. Compared to the Evo, after couple of miles, I was very comfortable with the car... very easy to handle.

s2k is something different since of course it's not AWD, handling will depend of the driver ability. AWD are great and fun, but if you really want to play with a car, RWD like the s2k is badass.

For a non turbo car, performance are awesome.

 

It is true that AWD gives novices lots of confidence in driving. Especially the EVO since most everything is computer controlled. From every review I have read the STi take more effort and a gives a skilled driver more room to control the car. On the Best Motoring video that one Japanese dude won't shut up about how the EVO won't let him do a thing. RWD is definitly where it is at for skill. I loved my 240, and I'll pick up another one once I get out of debt.

 

Supra's are great and have been a long time favorite of mine but I'd rather have an S2K and some of this. http://www.kingmotorsports.com/vehic...?vehicle=S2000

 

http://www.todaracing.com/products/h...le_bodies.html
Mmmmmm........delicious.

 

Mugen parts = prices that are as high as giraffe p*ssy!!!!

 

I'm sure you can get a good price for it right?


I've said this before...DON'T drive an S2000. Once you do, you have to buy one!!

 

Actually, I believe that in the USDM versions of EVO and STi, The STi is more computer controlled than the EVO.

 

dayum. was that original? that was funny.

b

 

You may be right with the USDM versions since the US EVO has no yaw sensor and no front LSD. I know the LSD has nothing to do with it, but it is a totally different car from the JDM version.

 

driven the S2000 (Joey's), and raced it (supercharged version, again Joey's). It's fast, but not that fast IMHO. My WRX with a stock turbo was consistently faster with street tires vs S2K R-compound tires. It's well engineered, but I feel it could use a bit more displacement to justify it's cost. When I've been behind Joey's S2K watching him drive, his car is a handfull. I honestly think it loses time due to having to compensate for the rear end getting loose. I like the S2000, but I think that to make it significantly better will take major money. I say that because the stock car is so balanced, modifying it requires carefull consideration. There are many high-dollar parts for the S2000 that actually lose power over stock. Not saying Subies don't have the same problems. S2000, nice car, but it's so nicely done stock, it's going to cost a bunch to make it better. Mach5WRX, granted the STI is heavy. Between the S2K and your STI there has to be about 600 lbs or more. Bottom line, I really like the S2K. I really like Joey's S2K. But I'd rather drive my car at the track vs a modified S2K. I honestly think my car is easier to drive, and faster as well. And I haven't even driven my car with the 17X8.5 R-compounds yet. Opinions vary.

San

 

The USDM 03' Evo is more like an RS version since we don't have ACD, AYC and Front LSD.I only have for traction control the Rear LSD and 50/50 AWD, that's why I want to keep my car and not get a JDM Evo in Tahiti. I drove an Evo 7 with all the JDM stuff and I found out the USDM Evo required more driving skill ( more fun and car is lighter also ). Depend of people, lot of japanese don't have AYC when they put a lot of WHP, because AYC doesn't follow after.

 

Couldn't have said it better San!!!!


The S2000 is not the fastest car in the world. But I didn't get it for that. The car feels great, looks great, drives great and it's not slow.

 

^^ thats true- i mean come on if i really wanted a FAST car that handles great at an exellent price- i'd follow in steve's footsteps and get a used vette- but i'd like to keep my budget under 23k, plus the convertible top is an attractive feature that i've never had before- and i'd keep the car stock.... and maybe that neat hardtop with the PIMP rack with rollers!




aloha from the summit of *-^-Mauna Kea-^-*

 

the s2k is a great roadster period! go-kart like handling, great braking and a screaming engine. that's what makes it so fun to drive imo.

dan, wait till you take it down pch with the top down!

 

wOOt