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The year 2009 marks the ten-year anniversary of Honda’s racy S2000 roadster. Since its debut in 1999, the S2000 has received unrivalled praise from automotive journalists across the globe. It has been a favourite both off the track and on, and enthusiasts will be saddened to know that 2009 also marks the final year model of the S2000.
Since its early years, Honda has been recognised for producing strong, durable cars crafted from only the best quality materials. Because of its lifelong experience in the automotive industry, Honda has established itself as a trusted car brand. Though there won’t be another upgrade from the 2009 S2000 to look forward to, there is plenty of thrill to get your adrenaline pumping in a used S2000. And with South Africa currently in recession, buying a used Honda S2000 is a cost-effective alternative to buying new.
Part of what makes a used Honda S2000 so desirable is its sharp, clean-cut appearance. With lots of sleek lines, a chiselled nose and shiny oversized wheels, this roadster is sure to turn heads wherever it is seen. Several small improvements have been added to the 2004 Honda S2000. Sporting front, rear and under body spoilers for an ultra-modish touch makes the 2004 and later year S2000s the centre of attention at the car lot. Buyers can enjoy the convenience of full powered accessories such as air conditioning and electronic windows on their used Honda S2000s. Other added features include 17-inch alloy wheels, crystal-like xenon headlights, a lustrous leather interior, chrome rings around the taillights, a sportier gear shift knob, silver trim in the cockpit and an automatic convertible soft top.
Some used S2000s come with a light-weight removable hard top which may be a better alternative if your home does not have a garage or covered parking bay. At CMH Honda, we have a diverse selection of quality new and used Honda cars for sale.Search for used cars with a removable hard tops now.
The heart of this feisty roadster lies within its high-revving engine: a 2.2-litre inline four-cylinder VTEC, generating 177 KW of power. Apart from big players such as Ferrari and Lamborghini, the Honda S2000 is able to produce more KW of power per litre than any other engine in the automotive industry. The car is equipped with an intelligent driver-orientated dashboard with every switch in close range of the driver’s fingertips. When the car is in motion, large yellow lights under the rev counter illuminate displaying the driver’s current speed, and a warning light flashes when reaching the car’s maximum 9000-revs per minute.
From the used Honda S2000’s six-speed manual transmission, drivers can also enjoy shorter gear shifts in the lower four gears, thus giving the car more power at lower engine speeds. With adequate suspension tweaks (making it racetrack-ready) the S2000 is designed to be particularly responsive on the road making handling a breeze, even for new drivers. Honda’s innovative variable valve-timing system on the S2000 allows the car to put up a superb performance on the racetrack while still providing a smooth yet powerful drive at low speeds. A rear-wheel drive modification gives the used S2000 the ideal weight balance when in motion and double wishbone technology on the mechanical structure makes handling effortless. Additional coils and anti-roll bars on the front and rear of the vehicle’s body are designed to lower the risk of rollover when reaching those high speeds on the track.
When designing a roadster, car manufacturers tend to sacrifice practicality for the cause of perfecting the car’s appearance. As usual, Honda chose to do things differently and succeeded in creating “the most practical sports car ever made” as quoted by motoring journalists. The S2000 is equipped with all the necessary controls and gadgets while still utilising its compact space in the cabin effectively. The gearstick fits perfectly in the driver’s hand and all vital controls are within reaching distance of the driver. Ample legroom and adjustable seats that recline provides optimum support while driving. A reasonably sized trunk allows drivers to store light luggage and a beach umbrella for those warm summer days when cruising to the beach with the top down.
With a car that can accelerate to 150 miles per hour, reaching 62 miles per hour in a mere six seconds, it goes without saying that the Honda S2000 is fully equipped with advanced safety technologies for optimum protection. Buyers can expect to find the following safety and security features on their used S2000:
• Anti-lock brakes for increased stopping power.
• Stability control to protect the occupants when control of the car is compromised. Stability control automatically senses when the car’s handling has been put in jeopardy and prevents the vehicle from skidding.
• Twin front-impact airbags for protection against head-on collisions.
• Pretensioners to automatically tighten both driver and passenger seatbelts, placing occupants in the safest position when the car is in motion.
• Advanced security and alarm system to prevent burglary. The push-start engine will only start when the original manufacturer’s key is turned in the ignition.
A used Honda S2000 is a worthy buy. With a powerful engine and excellent handling, buying a used S2000 gives you value for your money when compared with roadsters of the same calibre. And because it’s a Honda-branded car, you can expect loads of hassle-free kilometres on your pre-owned S2000.
CMH Honda specialises in dealing quality, pre-owned vehicles. Our fleet of Honda cars undergoes strict testing to ensure that each vehicle passes the criteria of a certified pre-owned car. Buy a used or new car from CMH Honda now, or locate a dealer in your residential area to test drive a pre-owned car today.
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