2004 Honda S2000

Description

Curb appeal, great performance and its manufacturer's long-standing reputation for dependability. This 2004 Honda S2000 has an awful lot going for it. With only 35,000 miles in its rearview mirror, it holds the promise of many more years of top-down motoring enjoyment and the diligent care it has received over the years has left it in truly impressive shape.

This Honda is just a flat-out pleasing car to look at. It has a bit of an old-school, sports car vibe, but its appearance is by no means antiquated and is the result of a production process we don't see much of in the automotive world anymore. When Honda set out to design and build the S2000, the company minimized input from its marketing department, which allowed its engineering department to wield maximum influence. The result is a car that appears almost identical to the concept car that spawned the S2000 - the SSM that debuted at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1995. Dressed in glossy Suzuka blue metallic paint - its original color - this '04 represents its model in the best possible light. Its exterior shows excellent alignment, with consistent gaps between body panels and doors that open and shut as smoothly as they did when this Honda was new. Clear glass surrounds the cabin - even the glass window on the well-fitted black convertible top is thoroughly transparent - and a color-matched rear spoiler adds a touch of aftermarket flair.

From all indications, this Honda's interior has also been treated with the utmost respect over the years. You'll find very little signs of wear inside the doors - the bolsters on the bucket seats present well and the door panels are free of the discoloration you'd normally expect on a car of this age. Beyond the steering wheel, the gauges all function as intended from behind their clear lenses. Fresh carpet, punctuated with embroidered S2000 floor mats, adds a nice touch to an already very appealing driving environment. With air conditioning that's functioning in top form, as well as cruise control, power windows, door locks and mirrors, this is a car that's more than comfortable enough for frequent driving. An AM/FM/CD stereo stands by above the center console to tend to your audio needs.

When you put this S2000 through its paces, you're almost certain to notice just how solid it feels - its X-bone construction makes for a very rigid chassis. That chassis is powered by an unusually efficient fuel injected 2.2-liter 4-cylinder engine that generates an impressive 240 horses - Car and Driver magazine clocked this S2000 in just 5.4 seconds when they tested it upon release. The accompanying 6-speed manual transmission is geared to take full advantage of that output and is easily navigated via the short-throw shifter on the center console. Everything is in good order beneath the hood - there's no grime build up and the surrounding hoses and belts appear fresh. Power disc brakes in front and back bring this Honda's set of upgraded 17" wheels carrying Continental Extreme tires to quick, dependable stops. A glance below will confirm that there's no rust in sight.

With its timeless good looks and strong performance combining with the rock-solid dependability Honda has long been known for, this 2004 Honda S2000 would be a great fit for the enthusiast searching for an amply powered sports car experience. Call today!