[QUOTE]Originally posted by Chazmo
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Chazmo, guys, thanks so much for the info!! This forum definetly rocks!! I can't wait to test drive one!! BTW, does anyone know whether it is possible to replace the older tranny with the slicker new ones? Or is it too much of a hassle? (once the old one dies or grinds too much ofcourse)

 

oops, forgot to ask...how do you guys compare the shifter to the g35coupe/350z? Are the earlier s2ks smoother than the latest 350z? My friend has a new G35 6-speed and I didn't like the shifter at all! I drove a later Miata model and loved the smoothness of it. How does the '01 S2k compare to a '01 Miata?

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Saint_Spinner
[B]oops, forgot to ask...how do you guys compare the shifter to the g35coupe/350z? Are the earlier s2ks smoother than the latest 350z? My friend has a new G35 6-speed and I didn't like the shifter at all! I drove a later Miata model and loved the smoothness of it.

 

These were the differences between the '01 and '02 models. I copied them from someone else here

1- refined transmission
2- heavier clutch
3- glass rear window
4- defrost switch on dashboard
5- enhanced white line detail on tach display from 0 to 9000
6- 10 watts per channel power increase in stereo along with new face
7- tweeters in doors
8- silver trim details inside on doors
9- new silver badge on lower door sill
10- new leather wrapped shift knob
11- vinyl center console instead of carpet
12- standard floor mats WITH 2 securing posts
13- metal dead pedal to match design of other pedals
14- larger exterior logos front and rear
15- silver trim rings around taillights
16- 3rd brake light has more of a spoiler lip than just a flat projection out
17- new color blue and lighter/brighter color silver
18- no 2-tone interior like in '01, when you order red it is ALL red!
19 - Soft top latches and striker plates are different (now same as from hardtop).
20 - Mode knob no longer turns on the stock radio.
21 - Wiper relay no longer makes clicking sound on intermitent mode.
22 - Color in between spokes on the alloy wheels is slightly different.
23 - Smoother quieter transmission & clutch (thought this deserved to be mentioned again).
24 - Suspension feels a touch softer (need to verify if any part numbers are different).
25 - Door pocket nets (small but they hold things like a garage door remote).
26 - Owners are reporting much less oil consumption on the '02.

 

Damn! That's exactly what I was looking for!! So from the sounds of it, it seems like I can't really go wrong with any year!! Thanks!1

 

Told ya'!