If it were a few thousand cheaper than a WRX, then I would say it could be a tough choice. But, at roughly the same price as a WRX, there's no question which is a better purchase. On top of that, I am tired of having a 2 door car with what are basically fake seats in the back and FWD. If I am getting a sports car, I want a real one, with a drop top, RWD, and 2 seats. I want that screaming engine as well. So it's either an S2000 or a nice, new WRX. I used to look at 2006 330i 6 speeds, but the WRX is a much better value proposition.

 

I am on the same boat looking for an S2000. I miss my S2000 (sold it last year) - was an 05 Silverstone. So far one of the best machines I have ever driven: minimal maintenance cost, great gas mileage and a blast to drive. Have been looking at so many others, but keep getting back to the S2000.

BTW - I have been looking since October of 2011!

All the ones I am interested in are out-of-state and never purchased a car out-of-state, so been trying to figure out how to go about doing that since I need to test drive it and wanted it to be checked out by my honda mechanic who knew my previous S2000 in and out.

I don't even mind paying a little extra for a low-mileage one, since I know (this time) I am going to keep it forever and have my stamp on it! I've been thinking of getting something a little different in color maybe even 2-tone (I really like the white + red interior combo). One thing I never had in my previous car are the OEM front-lip and trunk spoilers and I think it completes the car some how, they are very simple and just brings the car further down (more aggressive) and extenuates all the lines end-to-end.

Been debating whether to find one with the lips already installed or just order one myself and get it installed -- how hard is it to get them installed?!

Here is a 2008 in NY (I live in MA) with the color-combo I like, but without the kit and the front-bumper is not drilled: (6K miles for $29K)



Here is another 2008 one in NC with both the front-limp, side and trunk-spoiler: (24K miles for $29K)



I think these particular ones are priced pretty high, probably can get them further down in price. But I have also noticed the S2000 prices are starting to go up a little.

Overall, it has been a pain finding ones that are in good shape, low miles and reasonable price anywhere close to were I live!

I have seen looked at so many cars: 370z, BMW Z4, Porsche Boxsters, Genesis Coupe, scheduled a test drive for the new BRZ, ... I left all of them with the feeling that something was missing!
The simplicity of the S2000 is what keeps winning for me: its purpose, its timeless design, its emotions, one-ness, etc..

<sigh> We'll find the right one soon...

 

I've been thinking of selling my S for some time, but just haven't pulled the trigger. I am curious what people would be willing to pay for a 2005 Suzuka with 43,000 miles, hard top, and hard top winch, totally stock car with no dents. I've never sold a car private party, either. So whats the best way to sell it privately?

 

Internet racers are too concerned with time sheets. There is a double standard going on. Most haven't even driven the BRZ, or seen one in person. Paper racing = lose.

 

Look on autotrader and see what people are selling for around your neighborhood.

 

gpw

 

Backyard queens are awesome finds... Just be patient, you'll find the one when you least expect it. I wasn't even intending to buy when I found mine. lol

My backyard queen

 

Holy mother of a deal

Dude! He really robbed himself didn't he!

 

Wow. He sure likes Griot's.

 

I would say 17k is the minimum, and depending on where you are you could get considerably more.

I just bought an 05 sebring silver, red & black interior, for $16300. 42k miles. Very well maintained and in great condition outside of a few rock chips.

Your hard top adds a good deal of value I would say (about 1k). Worst case, sell the hard top separately on craigslist or something.