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Old Sep 12, 2012 | 02:02 PM
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Great! Condition looks really good too. Interesting you have a 1M too, I've never driven one. Obviously it is faster in a straight line and has loads more low end torque but you like the S for the windy roads?
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 03:47 AM
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Originally Posted by mazelmazelgoodthings
congrats and beautiful car! just wondering what interior detailing spray you use? I use meguiars but want to try something different, like sonus.
I use Nero, from Prima. You can get it here. I like it because it's more of a natural finish and not too shiny.

Steve
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 03:54 AM
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Originally Posted by jamesrdoe
Great! Condition looks really good too. Interesting you have a 1M too, I've never driven one. Obviously it is faster in a straight line and has loads more low end torque but you like the S for the windy roads?
Thanks. The guy who I bought it from (a coworker) has really babied it. It's interesting comparing the 1M to the S2000. The 1M is hugely capable, and is amazing in transitions, especially considering its weight (3300 lbs). Obviously the straight-line speed is awesome, particularly off the line. Unless I turn stability control off, the 1M is very forgiving, and gives me all sorts of confidence.

The S2000 seems like a more "raw" car, and is really fun to drive. The lower center of gravity and lower weight make it very quick in corners. For me the best part of the S2000 happens at around 6000 RPM though. The sound of the engine when VTec kicks in just brings a huge smile to my face. No stability control, so one has to be much more precise in the corners.

Overall, they are very different, but both are really fun to drive. The S2000 replaces a 2002 MR2, which was much less satisfying to drive. It's nice to have a car that can "keep up" with the 1M.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 05:22 PM
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welcome!
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