thinking about a '00 s2000
12-14-2001, 03:09 PM
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I purchased a used 2000 S2000 about 6 weeks ago. So far, I've had no problems and I love the car.
I have thought about the extended warranty, even though I believe that generally they're not a good deal for the consumer. I may go ahead and buy it this time, since the car will be out of factory warranty soon (I don't even know when it was first titled), but I haven't decided yet.
Mine only had 3000 miles on it, so saving $4000+ off the sticker for a new one sounded like a good deal at the time. If it comes down to it, I can buy quite a few parts for that money, and I kept a '94 Integra to drive in the winter, to Lowe's, etc. so if my car is apart in my garage while I fix it it won't be a disaster.
Buying a used S2000 bothered me a bit, because I didn't know how it had been treated during the break-in period. but so far it looks like I may luck out. If I were going to pay new car price for one, I would insist on one that hadn't been test-driven. The salespersons I've seen make sure to get into VTEC for every demo ride.
I have thought about the extended warranty, even though I believe that generally they're not a good deal for the consumer. I may go ahead and buy it this time, since the car will be out of factory warranty soon (I don't even know when it was first titled), but I haven't decided yet.
Mine only had 3000 miles on it, so saving $4000+ off the sticker for a new one sounded like a good deal at the time. If it comes down to it, I can buy quite a few parts for that money, and I kept a '94 Integra to drive in the winter, to Lowe's, etc. so if my car is apart in my garage while I fix it it won't be a disaster.
Buying a used S2000 bothered me a bit, because I didn't know how it had been treated during the break-in period. but so far it looks like I may luck out. If I were going to pay new car price for one, I would insist on one that hadn't been test-driven. The salespersons I've seen make sure to get into VTEC for every demo ride.
12-15-2001, 12:51 AM
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I test drove a used black 2000 S2K a few days ago. It had 32k miles in only 1.5yrs of ownership. They were asking $26,995. Appearance-wise, car was in good shape...no scratches or major dings. What bugged me was:
1. The clutch seemed to be just hanging on...the catch point is WAY up towards the top. Is this normal??
2. The previous owner slapped on some funky tires: F: Yoko A032 205/55ZR16 R: Yoko 225/50ZR16 thread was in good shape but with wear rating of the A032s at 60 dont' think they'll last that long.
I asked for the dealer to replace the clutch and slap on OEM tires. They agreed to the clutch and agreed to give me $300 credit for the tires. Everything is set then when I came in to sign I remembered to ask for the clutch replacement to be put in writing, then all of a sudden they say they can't do it. Unbelievable. Anyhow I am ranting off topic.
I also found a silver 2000 with 10K miles for $29K. Just some reference points for ya.
1. The clutch seemed to be just hanging on...the catch point is WAY up towards the top. Is this normal??
2. The previous owner slapped on some funky tires: F: Yoko A032 205/55ZR16 R: Yoko 225/50ZR16 thread was in good shape but with wear rating of the A032s at 60 dont' think they'll last that long.
I asked for the dealer to replace the clutch and slap on OEM tires. They agreed to the clutch and agreed to give me $300 credit for the tires. Everything is set then when I came in to sign I remembered to ask for the clutch replacement to be put in writing, then all of a sudden they say they can't do it. Unbelievable. Anyhow I am ranting off topic.
I also found a silver 2000 with 10K miles for $29K. Just some reference points for ya.
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