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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 12:04 PM
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Hi everyone, after buying my S2000 (upgrading slightly from a mk2 1988 vw polo) I thought I could make my introductions. Am loving the car, although have found it pretty daunting in the snow (using my polo to get to work in the bad weather) - I found myself losing the back end without acelerating, braking, or turning when the snow was bad so thought better not to take the risk!

Have not seen a single other one around these parts (Lincolnshire) since buying it which adds to the appeal slightly

Phenominal car to drive, silverstone with the red leather - many years of happy motoring ahead I hope!

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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 12:06 PM
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Welcome

There are a few around that way I think
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 12:32 PM
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 12:35 PM
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Welcome. Good to see another local. Good color combo
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 12:59 PM
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Thanks guys. Am getting some new tyres tomorrow - apparently bridgestone have discontinued the old recommended rear tyres so I have to buy a complete new set even though only the rears need replacing ?

Never mind had a fantastic blast with the roof down yesterday to get the best value from the old tyres , nothing too crazy yet though as am still getting used to the car - the upgrade from a 1.3 banger which I've owned since I was 19 to the rwd honda is still putting a huge smile on my face but don't want to give the insurance company any reason to hit me for even more cash!

Is it recommended to take the s2000 to a track to get the feel for the limits if you are a new owner? I've seen that quite a few people are for it but I've heard some horror stories from people who have sorely regretted tracking their cars...
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 01:01 PM
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This thread is very informative about track days in the S2000

https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=582446
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 01:02 PM
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Tracking the car is a must

I wouldn't worry too much about replacing all 4 if the fronts are good.
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 01:20 PM
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Looks a nice one!
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 01:22 PM
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Thanks for the advice and the great thread re track days, just roll on the good weather now!
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 01:25 PM
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you're also handy for Centre Gravity if you are ever interested in having the geometry checked.
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