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Old Apr 20, 2003 | 08:09 PM
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Originally posted by KW-AP1
I have owned a handfull of cars , but the s2k is the only car i feel attached to. I truely enjoy driving it and feel withdraw when I have to get out of the car.
Me too. Well almost. Since I love my G4 Prelude too, I feel like I'm "cheating" on the Prelude when I take the S2000 out for a good run. I love the Prelude. I adore the S2000.
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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 06:44 AM
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I hope the guy in the WRX didn't really (literally) fall off a cliff
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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 07:07 AM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by s2ka
[B]I test drove the 350Z three times during the decision-making process. In the end, the S2000 felt like more fun. Now that I've had it for a week, topless driving at 9,000 RPM on mountain roads confirmed that I made the right choice. I force everyone that test drives my car to go to at least 8,000 RPM.

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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 11:29 AM
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Guys... S2K is nice.. I got one. but the ultimate driving machine is BMW M5. How do I know? I used to own one a 2001 Dinan M5. (No flame please)
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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 11:38 AM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Rodan
[B]I hope the guy in the WRX didn't really (literally) fall off a cliff
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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 11:42 AM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by RARE M5
[B]Guys...
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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 11:57 AM
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I completely agree, shingles. Rare M5, (no flame intended) you are giving an apples and oranges comparison. If we're talking complete bliss, why don't we talk about a Ferrari Modena or Lambo or something...

Now, what about the Z-4?
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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 12:03 PM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Jason B
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Plus, you get the added benefit of it being a convertible with the rigidity greater than most coupes!
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Old Apr 21, 2003 | 12:07 PM
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Raj,

Coupes will always be more inherently rigid than convertibles. Just cut the top off a cube and flex it. No comparison.

However, the S2000 was designed with a very interesting frame structure that is a bit three-dimensional and offers good rigidity. IMO, the S2000 has less cowl shake than most other convertibles. However, Tokyo_james had a spider crack in his windshield and literally was able to watch it spread as he took a sweeper.

Bottom line, it's relative. The S2000 frame is outstanding, but still compares unfavorably to many cars with rigid roofs.
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Old Apr 22, 2003 | 11:26 AM
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Originally posted by Chazmo
The S2000 frame is outstanding, but still compares unfavorably to many cars with rigid roofs.
I think this is a very reasonable suspicion. Is it true? Numbers?
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