I test drove a Honda S2000 today. It was a red 02 model.

I was shocked at the difference between it and my own S2k which took the longer route from Japan.

The test drive covered some dual carraigeway roundabouts which I use every day.

On two of these roundabouts, the car rolled on its suspension (much more than mine)and I lost, and subsequently caught the back end.

My car has adjustable shocks, a brace in the engine bay and 17" alloys (Bridgestone SO3) and although the suspension is very stiff, it handles as if it is on rails.

I had never driven an unmodified (or UK supplied) S before and although mine has only received subtle tweaks, its amazing what a difference you can make to a car by adding some 'mods'