2001 Honda S2000

Description

The Honda S2000, introduced in 1999 to commemorate Honda’s 50th anniversary, was inspired by Honda's S roadsters of the 1960s and designed as a modern take on the classic roadster concept. At its heart was the F20C engine, a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder mill with dual overhead cams and Honda's variable valve timing system (VTEC). The engine produced 240 horsepower and 153 lb-ft of torque (and 0-60 mph in approximately 5.5 seconds), making it the most powerful naturally aspirated engine relative to displacement at the time.  

Equipped with a six-speed manual transmission and a Torsen limited-slip differential as standard, the nimble roadster was acclaimed for its predictable handling and ideal 50/50 weight distribution. As Car and Driver put it, “Imagine if Formula One engineers built a sports car. Well, they did.” And although driving dynamics were top priority, Honda didn’t neglect the creature comforts, like AM/FM/CD stereo, power steering, and a power-operated top as standard.  

This meticulously maintained 2001 Honda S2000 is nearly all original except for a short ram intake upgrade for a bit more performance and engine sound. The car’s current owner has driven it just over 300 miles per year since purchasing it in June 2013. 

Highlights 

• Refinished in white paint (originally Berlina Black) in 2012 

• New black convertible top in 2012 

• Black leather interior with high back bucket seats 

• Powered by a Honda S2000 2.0-liter VTEC inline four-cylinder engine (F20C) rated at 240 hp and 153 lb-ft of torque 

• Six-speed manual transmission 

Features 

• 0-60 mph in approximately 5.5 seconds 

• Black leather-wrapped steering wheel 

• Power steering, brakes, windows, and locks  

• Air conditioning 

• AM/FM/CD stereo  

• Digital instrument cluster 

• Short ram intake upgrade in 2012 

• Cylinder valve and seat replacement in 2010 

• Bridgestone Potenza tires: 205/55R16 front, 225/50R16 rear  

Known Imperfections 

• CARFAX reported two “Damage Report: Minor damage” incidents, on 2 December 2009 and 31 March 2012, with the second report noting, “Damage to front, left rear, right rear.” In both cases, CARFAX noted “Minor damage is usually cosmetic, including dents or scratches to the vehicle body” 

• Small ding on driver's side of the hood 

• Two small dings in windshield 

• Small crack on outer edge of driver’s rearview mirror 

• Small dings on the passenger side rear fender 

• AEM stickers were not removed for repaint and have left small residue 

• Rear tires are due for replacement  

Included 

• S2000 carpeted floor mats 

• Original intake 

• Windshield sunscreen 

• Boot cover 

Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this three-owner 2001 Honda S2000 in California. It was purchased new in May 2001 in Sunnyvale and sold three years later in Watsonville showing 15,543 miles. The S2000’s current owner purchased the car in June 2013 and has driven it an average of only 305 miles per year. 

The seller says, “The car has been lovingly cared for, with no shortcuts taken in maintenance or preservation ... stored in a garage for most of its life — over 3/4 of its life has been spent in the garage, keeping it in exceptionally clean condition.”