Official Is This Car Worth It Thread vol 3
#1571
Registered User
I'm not sure what "yellow 02" you're referring to. The dealer I'm working with has the yellow 08 and a black 03.
Dave
#1573
@Dave J, my reply that you quoted was in response to the car that @intrigue turbo was asking about. The car you are looking at with the replaced windshield is just way overpriced and I can't see it selling for the price being asked. That seller will likely be sitting on the car for a long time if they are not willing to budge more than $500. Now that these cars seem to have stopped depreciating some sellers are getting pretty greedy. Prices overall might eventually end up at the level these particular sellers are envisioning but at this point in time the prices on the cars you guys are considering are unrealistic unless S2000's are next to impossible to come by anywhere near where you live. Even then, if I were in that position I would just expand my search area and travel further for the right car.
#1574
Regarding the last couple of potential buyers looking at the 2007 and 2008 cars, aside from some dealers asking high prices (by current standards) keep in mind that generally speaking with all other variables such as the condition of the car, the color, and the mileage being equal you can expect to pay more for the later model cars. Not only were the sales numbers in decline over time making them harder to come by (Honda actually sold more AP1 cars in four years than AP2 cars in six years) but things like rubber hoses, weatherstripping, etc. are newer with less potential degradation from aging in the later cars. (For these things the Shin-Etsu silicone grease sold by Honda is your friend.). In addition, for many the VSA that came with the 2006+ DBW cars is a desirable feature while others like that the DBW cars make ECU tuning much more accessible. (The DBW cars also tend to run leaner so owners would need to stay on top of valve inspections more often than with the earlier cars.) I am only commenting on buying a S2000 that you want to drive. None of this takes into account what cars will eventually become more collectible (I would guess the AP1 cars). If you're buying a low mileage car to sit on with the primary intent of selling it later on then you will likely have a different set of priorities.
#1575
Regarding the last couple of potential buyers looking at the 2007 and 2008 cars, aside from some dealers asking high prices (by current standards) keep in mind that generally speaking with all other variables such as the condition of the car, the color, and the mileage being equal you can expect to pay more for the later model cars. Not only were the sales numbers in decline over time making them harder to come by (Honda actually sold more AP1 cars in four years than AP2 cars in six years) but things like rubber hoses, weatherstripping, etc. are newer with less potential degradation from aging in the later cars. (For these things the Shin-Etsu silicone grease sold by Honda is your friend.). In addition, for many the VSA that came with the 2006+ DBW cars is a desirable feature while others like that the DBW cars make ECU tuning much more accessible. (The DBW cars also tend to run leaner so owners would need to stay on top of valve inspections more often than with the earlier cars.) I am only commenting on buying a S2000 that you want to drive. None of this takes into account what cars will eventually become more collectible (I would guess the AP1 cars). If you're buying a low mileage car to sit on with the primary intent of selling it later on then you will likely have a different set of priorities.
#1576
Registered User
I do appreciate all the feedback.
I am planning to drive, rather than sit on, any S2000 I might buy, and, as has been said, the newer ones are, well, newer.
Today I had the yellow S2000 in to a Honda dealer for a fairly detailed inspection. I think they were surprised by the condition of the car - everything looks to be spot on. They did show up an issue with the TPMS system, but I think that will be resolved by the seller.
Yup, it's probably too much money...but, damn, it's a pretty car.
Dave
I am planning to drive, rather than sit on, any S2000 I might buy, and, as has been said, the newer ones are, well, newer.
Today I had the yellow S2000 in to a Honda dealer for a fairly detailed inspection. I think they were surprised by the condition of the car - everything looks to be spot on. They did show up an issue with the TPMS system, but I think that will be resolved by the seller.
Yup, it's probably too much money...but, damn, it's a pretty car.
Dave
#1577
2004 RYP. 114k miles. Haven’t seen it in person yet. Has new tires, valve adjustment done according to the seller. Going to inspect it tomorrow. Thoughts on value at this mileage?
#1578
Looking for some input, since I’m a first time buyer here. Never bought a used car before let alone out of state so any input / advice would be greatly appreciated. Looking for someone that lives close by to check it out and also get a PPI done as well.
https://www.miamiauto-broker.com/200...0/Details.aspx
https://www.miamiauto-broker.com/200...0/Details.aspx
#1579
Thoughts on '00 GPW with 80k miles? '02 Spa with 48k miles?
#1580