*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT S insurance loss in 05/2019 and a CAT C insurance loss in 02/2007 ***
HIGHLIGHTS
Restored in 2019
Fantastic colour scheme
Genuine low mileage
Fantastic modern classic sports car
THE APPEAL
The Honda S2000 made its debut on April 15, 1999 – the very day of Honda Motor Company’s 50th anniversary. It had first been seen at the 1995 Frankfurt Motor Show in 1995, and the public reaction was enough to convince Honda to build it.
It was – and still is – an absolutely terrific car, powered by a punchy VTEC (Variable Valve Timing & Lift Electronic Control) engine that really comes alive at the top of its rev range. The VTEC system, designed to outsmart Japan’s tax regime that’s based on engine size alone, changes the cam profile and provides better fuel consumption at low revs and increased performance at high revs, without the need for forced induction. The end result, in the S2000’s case, is a light, powerful, ultra-high-revving rear-drive sports car that is an enthusiastic driver’s dream.
This one is a genuine UK car (many on the market are imports), and is the perfect choice of fun modern classic for the summer.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
UK V5C
New MOT upon sale
Category 1 Thatcham immobiliser
Car was restored by an approved body repairer (its previous owner) having been purchased at auction as a Category S insurance total loss
Engineer-inspected at the time and deemed suitable for repair
Supplied new by Brindley Honda in Wolverhampton in March 2004
Service book stamped to 45,901 miles in 2015
Limited history otherwise but does come with some old MOT certificates
THE INTERIOR
Optional full black leather trim
Air conditioning
Rear wind deflector
Push button start
Digital instrument pack
Original BOSE stereo and lift-up cover
Stainless steel kick plates
Smart carpets and door cards
Very minor wear to driver’s side seat bolster
THE EXTERIOR
Unusual Deep Burgundy metallic – colour changed from grey in 2019
Excellent overall order – paint finish is superb and has a deep shine all over
Black alloys with good tyres all-round
Restored in 2019 after being bought from auction as a Category S car, completely rebuilt and repainted
New headlights, bonnet and front bumper fitted by approved body repair centre
Unmarked soft-top with flawless electric operation
Seemingly solid underneath with surface rust to some areas and suspension components
THE MECHANICS
2.0-litre Honda VTEC
Runs sweetly
Great handling and brakes
Awesome performance
Fabulous six-speed manual transmission
No known mechanical faults or problems
SUMMARY
If you’re in the market for an exhilarating modern classic then the S2000 takes some beating – it’s docile enough to live with every day if you drive it gently, yet when it really comes to life it’s one of the most rapid and entertaining cars of its era.
This one is a very straight example with UK history and sensible miles, which has been restored in recent times and looks fantastic in its gleaming new colour scheme. Whoever buys it is guaranteed a huge amount of fun from a rapidly appreciating modern classic.
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