hi guys im new and i was wondering how hard it is to drive a S2000? I never drove a manual and plus S2000 is a 6 speed...Well im really interested in a S2000 but the problem is i can't drive stick...if i buy a s2000 ...how long would it take me to learn to drive it well....also can someone give me some good adivice on how to drive a S2000 or some tricks to get the car moving without stalling...THANKS

 

It's kind of a funny post... Sorry for snickering.

The S is no harder to drive 'normally' than any other 2 seat'r It's when you get on it or drive it hard you see the quirks come out.

I'd get someone to teach you how to drive a manual transmission on a 'cheaper' car before setting you sites on a 4 thousand dollar transmission. But if you want, go test drive one and give the salesman a real thrill

 

spend the money and go to a driving school.

 

Learning to drive a stick takes a few hours in a big empty parking lot with someone who knows how coaching you, plus a few weeks of every day practice.

Have you driven a rear wheel drive car before? If not, learning to drive the S2000 well may take a some months extra ... and maybe a few hours in a snow covered winter parking lot learning skid correction techniques.

Learning how to really get the most out of it probably involves going to a performance driving school, but many people are perfectly happy without taking that extra step.

 

People who are new to a manual transmission have told me that the S2K clutch is touchy, but, after three decades of driving manual transmission cars, it never felt touchy to me. Becoming proficient at driving with a manual clutch is easier than learning to ride a bicycle, but it will take a little practice. You'll prefer the control that you have with a manual, over an automatic, once it becomes second nature and I believe that it helps you have a better feel for your car. Give it a try; I think that you'll soon prefer a manual.

 

S2000 was my first manual. I found the clutch a bit touchy, but it felt more precise then others I had tried. I just had to figure out where the engagement point was and get it down. I found the gearbox really easy though, never had a problem finding the right gear and knowning where the center is. (Unlike a 91 MR2 I had tried) Starting on a hill was a bit hard aswell, but I think I had the same problem as most n00bs, too much gas or letting the clutch out too far.

I think you'll be fine, just get an experienced person to help you and go on a few drives. It can be hard at first, but if you keep at it you'll get it down. Take your time and don't rush. Some people get it in a few hours others like myself took a few days. I went out and practiced with my uncle until I was comfortable enough to drive on my own.

 

Keep the rev on rpms low until you are use to the way the car handles corners. The car will get away from you if you let it. Good luck

 

You'll do fine!! When I first got a s2k, I couldn't drive manual cars as well. Died at every red light on the way home after buying the car; very embarrassing. But anyway, I already knew the basics to driving a manual so I went out driving around my neighborhood the next day and finally took it out to the big streets and did fine. Just don't be scared and you'll do fine but practice your first gear first before you take it out to the big streets. First gear is always the trickiest.

~Josh

 

I drove a Jetta with a manual. They have NO feedback as far as when the clutch starts to "grab". The s will let you know when that happens.
I know the car moving is a good indication, but I like to "feel" the clutch through my foot.

 

If you learn fast... it will take you about an hour or two to get it to drive without stalling. Just use more gas and let the clutch go slower until you get used to it.