Hi all

Now Sold



I've been trying to avoid this but I'm going to have to put the S2000 up for sale.
I purchased the car from Pete (aka Supersarbs) last October and have loved driving it since, but due to health reasons (degenerative back condition) I need to get something a little easier to get in and out of.

It has been S2KUK owned since 2004 when it was purchased as a Honda Approved Used car. Since then it has had 3 owners (including me) who have all been “enthusiasts”. Pete, the last owner spent a large amount of money on the car during his ownership fixing most of the well-known issues and getting the car mechanically spot-on.

The basics:
Monte Carlo Blue
April 2001 (‘Y’ reg)
86,500 miles (used daily so will slowly increase)
Full service history including old MOTs
New monsoon hood (May 10)
MOT: May 14
TAX: August 14
HPI free
4 previous owners

“Improvements” (aka Modifications):
Modifry dash bracket
Full black interior replaced with good 2003 parts (Jan 13)
* Very little bolster wear
* Includes ‘facelift’ door cards with storage pockets
* Rip-free carpet in black
Gunmetal radio door (Dec 13)
Powerflex full bushing kit (March 13)
GAZ coilovers (March 13)
Refurbished wheels in Anthracite (April 13)
Resonated decat (June 13)
Ultra racing 6 point front lower brace (June 13)
Cusco (copy) front upper brace (May 13)
High level “S2000” wind deflector
K&N FIPK Induction kit (May 12)

Recent Servicing:
Clutch fluid (March 14)
Rear ARB Droplinks (March 14)
Gearbox oil (Feb 14)
Diff oil (Feb 14)
Spark plugs (June 13)
Lambda sensors x2 – Low mileage donor (June 13)
Rear tyres - Bridgestone RE050A (April 13)
OEM battery (April 13)
83,000 mile Service (March 13):
* Engine oil
* Valve clearances
* Brake fluid
* Refurbished brake calipers x4
* Map sensor
* Four piece mats
* Front ARB Droplinks
Braided brake lines (Jan 13)
Coolant change - OEM (Jan 13)
Service (June 12):
* Engine oil
* Diff oil
* Gearbox oil
TCT - Billman (May 12)
Front tyres – Bridgestone RE050A (Dec 11)
Rear discs & pads - 76k (June 11)
Front discs & pads - 76k (May 11)

Previous service history:
Honda Service at 76008 miles (June 11)
Honda Service at 69795 miles (April 10)
Honda Service at 64479 miles (May 09)
Honda Service at 59821 miles (May 08)
Honda Service at 54473 miles (May 07)
Honda Service at 48636 miles (April 06 - Stamp only, 54k service)
Honda Service at 43145 miles (April 05 - Stamp only, 45k service)
Honda Service at 37418 miles (June 04 - Stamp only)
Honda Service at 34402 miles (June 03 - Stamp only)
Honda Service at 17201 miles (June 02 - Stamp only)

Areas needing improvement:
* The paintwork has swirls, scuffs, scratches and some minor car park dings in line with a 13 year old car.
* The bonnet has been sprayed in the past and the match is not perfect (noticeable under artificial light and at certain angles). There are two sections of over-spray & a scratch where someone has opened the bonnet with the wipers up.
* There are a few chips on the windscreen but not in MOT fail areas
* Very slight flaking of paint on cam cover
* There is a small patch of rust at the bottom of the driver's side rear arch. This has been treated to prevent further ingress but will need further work to correct fully.
* Only one key fob (this might change if I get round to buying a new one)
* Slight knock from drivers rear suspension when driving slowly on uneven roads. Has been diagnosed as spring rattle by one specialist (Apparently a GAZ ‘feature’) and possible top mount by another.
Both confirmed garages confirmed safe and just annoying. It cannot be heard with the top town.

I think that’s about it. There is quite a lot of information above, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to give me a ring or if you’re local pop round for a chat.

The car is located in Kent, about 10 minutes from the M25. Test drives can be arranged but only once proof of Fully Comprehensive insurance is shown & copy of driver’s license taken.

I'm looking at a forum-only price of £5,000 no offers. I'm not looking to make a profit from selling the car but at the same time my heart doesn't want to sell, so I won’t taking any silly low-ball offers.













Thanks for reading
Will

EDIT (11/03/14):
Oh and I forgot to say; I've got loads of spare parts that will be supplied with the car.

If the new owner doesn't need/want the induction kit I have the original airbox & piping. Unfortunately I do not have the original suspension.

On the topic of suspension - It's been more than a year since Pete had the geo set up and it could probably do with a tweak or two - this is something I've been holding out to do as I was planning on installing some softer Koni shocks if I kept it.

 

Rather neatly, (or circularly as I was a contributor of some of the parts for this lovely car!) I am interested in purchasing this for a friend!

Let me speak to her, and see what she thinks!

 

Excellent news, I'd rather keep it in the family than let it go to waste.

Providing the weather is ok I'll get some more pictures today.

Will

 

Added more pictures taken today to my original post

 

If anyone would like the car (almost) back to standard then I can do this if a reasonable deposit is paid..

This will remove:
Modifry dash bracket
GAZ coilovers (replaced with used standard items)
Ultra racing 6 point front lower brace
Cusco (copy) front upper brace
K&N FIPK Induction kit (replaced with OEM airbox)

And will include a fresh geo set up

 

Sorry if I'm a bit slow, but does this mean you're selling the Modifry Dash Bracket separately? If so, I'd love to buy it

 

Only if someone wants to buy the car stock.

I've got two people coming this weekend, neither has requested it being standard so I expect it's going with the car.

 

Sold to a very happy forum member

 

Oh yes indeedy!

Pickup scheduled for next weekend and the inaugural outing in public will be the April 6th Hampshire meet at some pub up the A32 near Loomies...

Thank you very much, Will, for your excellent hospitality today and for reintroducing me to my automotive love!

I'm pleased to say that it's every bit as great as I remember, driving the S. I can even still manage a heel/toe downshift.


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