Hello I'm new to the S2K forum and absolutely love the car. I've been wanting one for 2 years now and the serious search is starting in about a month. I have a 2015 Si with 24k on the clock and want to trade it in for an AP1. Is there a certain year that is better within the AP1 years? I test drove one 2 weeks ago to see how the car feels, and I'm still hyped about it lol. Can't wait to join the community!

 

Personally, I would look for a late model 02 or 03, as the banjo bolt issue was fixed in late production 02's, you get the glass rear window, the leather center console cover, and the addition of the tweeter speakers in the doors. I have an 02 and couldn't be happier.

 

Thanks for the points. How long have you had your S for and what mods have you done? I'm really familiar with the K series and all the mods/best setups for it, but lost when it comes to the F!

 

good luck with your search for an AP1. i just bought a 02 my self and i love it. How do you like your civic si? I also have an 2012. It is a great commuter car.

 

Thanks! I'm willing to drive out of state for the right one. I love my Si its the perfect daily.. great interior, excellent K24 motor, reliable, but I always was in love with the S2K. The Si is a girlfriend, S2k is a wife :]

 

Where are you located? I personally wouldn't want an S2000 for a daily driver.

 

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Three (3) posts and you know you want an AP1? As a daily driver? Why?

For any S2000: Got a garage to lock it in at night? Leaving on the street or a parking lot (or on campus) is asking for damage or theft.

For a summer fun car -- 2d car -- it certainly beats any Civic but only some days of the week.

AP1 owners tend to hype the "raw power" and the few extra hundred rpms the engine provides. That's advertising a liability as a benefit in my opinion but, of course, I own an '06 AP2 with a Gernby tuned engine. You have to flog an AP1 to get any performance. AP2 has more mid-range torque so we don't need to beat the critter all the time. Yep, we all justify our purchases.

If you're going to bugger "mod" the car get a cheap AP1 to play with and keep the Civic. Bet you'll reserve the S2000 for play time.

-- Chuck

 

Yes, if its your only car, stick with the SI.

 

I live in Northern Virginia, only time I'm worried about is winter where we always get snow every year. But that's not bothering me from getting the car I always wanted