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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 06:00 AM
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Hey guys,

I'm new to Honda's, I owned a Saubru before I got the S2000, I'm picking up an '01 with 37k miles, what are the main things I should look out for? worry about? common issues?
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 06:02 AM
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http://www.ehow.com/how_2118544_what-consi...ng-honda-s.html

might help
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 06:40 AM
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definetely helped, but what other issues should I look for/be worried about? What are the commin problems
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 06:47 AM
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The search button, or a pair of glasses. Look at the sticky not more than half the screen up.

https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=775801
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Kotchi,Sep 6 2010, 09:02 AM
"Early models included a 2.0 liter engine, but a higher redline (9,000 RPMs). Later models included a 2.2 liter engine, but a lower redline (8,000 RPMs). Supposedly, this transition was made to make for a smoother ride."

"It is also a rear-wheel drive, which makes for quite a thrill when up-shifting during a turn"

"Don't buy a blue or white S2000 unless it is well below suggest retail."
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