I leased a 2000 S2000, then three years later bought a 2003. Living in the NY metro area, I drive it mostly 3 seasons. Sadly, at 52,000 miles and eleven years of age, an internal bearing went. I have next to no mechanical sophistication, but I do love driving my S2000.

Any expert advice out there on dealer replacement, dealer repair, non-dealer service or just how to handle this problem?

 

You are fortunate to have Billman250 nearby.

Metro New York S2000 Owners subforum

 

This.

Stay far away from the dealer......or, go there and price a motor replacement just for laughs.

 

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