The worst thing about an S2k....
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It's what's known as the "S Factor"
You see another car, like a cool old MGB or 240Z, and think about how much you like it, memories and all. Then you drive one and realize that it's almost undrivable compared to an S2000. Bad steering, bad brakes, bad tranny, flimsy this, poorly designed that, known design flaws etc.
That darned S Factor... it affected my Murcielago drive!
You see another car, like a cool old MGB or 240Z, and think about how much you like it, memories and all. Then you drive one and realize that it's almost undrivable compared to an S2000. Bad steering, bad brakes, bad tranny, flimsy this, poorly designed that, known design flaws etc.
That darned S Factor... it affected my Murcielago drive!
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From: Dramacity
before i got the s i was riding my motorcycle rain or shine.. and especially up here in canada, that sucks! 
so i was forced to find something as close to a motorcycle as i could get. I needed something open, high revving, reliable, good on gas, and fun to drive on twisties...
i always loved the s and i have test driven a few before i actually bought mine. It seems the longer i have it, the more i love it. VTEC is my new addiction... 
so i was forced to find something as close to a motorcycle as i could get. I needed something open, high revving, reliable, good on gas, and fun to drive on twisties... i always loved the s and i have test driven a few before i actually bought mine. It seems the longer i have it, the more i love it. VTEC is my new addiction...
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what does "dated" have to do with anything? if a car is good and reliable it shouldn't matter unless you're trying to keep up appearances with the Joneses.
i too hope to have this car forever and to show my kid when all the cars hover in the air/fully computer controlled.
i too hope to have this car forever and to show my kid when all the cars hover in the air/fully computer controlled.
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Originally Posted by zeiss,Aug 22 2006, 10:46 AM
Afwfiustin,
What is more likely is instead of moving on to a Lamborgini, you will go to a Volvo stationwagon. Automobile ownership isn't always a matter of onward and upward. Having a family meant going from a Mazda RX-7 to a Volvo for me. Just getting back to sportscar driving after many years (previous ones were a MG-TF, Triumph Spitfire, Alfa Romeo, etc). So hang on to the S2000, and consider yourself lucky! :-)
Zeiss
What is more likely is instead of moving on to a Lamborgini, you will go to a Volvo stationwagon. Automobile ownership isn't always a matter of onward and upward. Having a family meant going from a Mazda RX-7 to a Volvo for me. Just getting back to sportscar driving after many years (previous ones were a MG-TF, Triumph Spitfire, Alfa Romeo, etc). So hang on to the S2000, and consider yourself lucky! :-)
Zeiss
This is something I've never personally understood - the typical story of the guy who has to sell the sports car because of the family's need for a larger vehicle. If you need a larger car... you can always pick up a used Accord for 5-6 thousand dollars and BAM! Family car!
In all honesty, I do get your point though. My gf of 3 years now is wanting to sell her 96 civic coupe 5spd for a mini cooper S... and I'm trying to tell her that it's not a good idea because we already have a small sports car. I'm trying to get her to buy a WRX Wagon.
Heloooo boost!
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Originally Posted by afwfjustin,Aug 22 2006, 03:00 PM
This is something I've never personally understood - the typical story of the guy who has to sell the sports car because of the family's need for a larger vehicle. If you need a larger car... you can always pick up a used Accord for 5-6 thousand dollars and BAM! Family car!
Once you have a child, I'd love to hear about how your child and wife feel about that used accord that costs $5k then
I've heard your arguement quite a few times, and in every case the sports car went when a freshly printed birth certificate was added to the safety deposit box. Priorities simply change.
If you have the money to have both, a sports car and a newer, RELIABLE (most fathers probably don't enjoy the vision of their wife and child(ren) stranded on the side of the road) family car, then
to you.
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Originally Posted by Dave-ROR,Aug 22 2006, 03:36 PM
Sure, and let us know how that works out for you.
Once you have a child, I'd love to hear about how your child and wife feel about that used accord that costs $5k then
I've heard your arguement quite a few times, and in every case the sports car went when a freshly printed birth certificate was added to the safety deposit box. Priorities simply change.
If you have the money to have both, a sports car and a newer, RELIABLE (most fathers probably don't enjoy the vision of their wife and child(ren) stranded on the side of the road) family car, then to you.
Once you have a child, I'd love to hear about how your child and wife feel about that used accord that costs $5k then
I've heard your arguement quite a few times, and in every case the sports car went when a freshly printed birth certificate was added to the safety deposit box. Priorities simply change.
If you have the money to have both, a sports car and a newer, RELIABLE (most fathers probably don't enjoy the vision of their wife and child(ren) stranded on the side of the road) family car, then
to you.
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I don't own an S2000, but if I did I would think the worst part of the experience would be other owners wondering which exhaust looks the best and complaining that the car is tail happy. I mean come on!
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dude, i have 2 accords that are 20 yrs old each and they are FRIGGIN reliable. the guy's solution to buy a 5k or less family car is a great solution as long as your wife doesn't mind not being up to date.
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I've been fortunate enough to own sports cars for my entire adult life. By having a second car for winter, I've ridden out my share of New England winters and kept the mileage down on the sports cars.
I can only say that my cars have helped me keep my sanity through the years of early marriage and young children. I strongly recommend to the younger folks around here that you DON'T ditch your sports car just because you're starting a family. Getting in the car and taking a drive is a wonderful way to relax and get some relief from the challenges of adulthood.
Another consideration... By continuing to own and love sports cars, your kids'll get a good dose of it. That's a nice thing to share.
That's just one man talking, but I'm still married, have a nice home, and two nice kids despite my proclivity to make 2 hour runs to the "grocery store" in my cars.
I can only say that my cars have helped me keep my sanity through the years of early marriage and young children. I strongly recommend to the younger folks around here that you DON'T ditch your sports car just because you're starting a family. Getting in the car and taking a drive is a wonderful way to relax and get some relief from the challenges of adulthood.
Another consideration... By continuing to own and love sports cars, your kids'll get a good dose of it. That's a nice thing to share.
That's just one man talking, but I'm still married, have a nice home, and two nice kids despite my proclivity to make 2 hour runs to the "grocery store" in my cars.