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TransAm · 10-15-2005, 12:32 PM

Had the car two days and modding already...

I just love it when you turn the key and it does this...

The arse end and custom shot

New shoes!

It's a 2002, 1 owner, full Honda maintenance history

This morning I have washed her, changed the oil and filter, changed the MT fluid and diff fluid and I have a K&N on it's way. I will keep her stock other than that, unless I win the lottery in which case a comptech supercharger will get added!!!

My recently-added signature picture should now make a bit more sense.

The Saab is gone, sold privately last Sunday. 8)

TT · 10-15-2005, 12:35 PM

Congrats dude, that's a sweet ride for sure, and always loved it when it comes in the less flashy colors :good:

BTW, just added to the stable? I mean, is the Saab still there?

edit - ok LOL, I just noticed the last line, the Saab is gone

twboy1999 · 10-15-2005, 12:40 PM

TransAm
nice s2000 u have..

i always have preferr i over 350z or wrx

s2000 is just so tiny and sexy, sepecially when modded well

and the handling is maazing,,,,and the redline,, yess...the redline..

enjoy

TransAm · 10-15-2005, 12:42 PM

Originally Posted by TT

Congrats dude, that's a sweet ride for sure, and always loved it when it comes in the less flashy colors :good:

BTW, just added to the stable? I mean, is the Saab still there?

Thanks TT! 8)

No I sold the Saab, I'd have loved to have kept both cars but there you go.

Originally Posted by twboy1999

TransAm
nice s2000 u have..

i always have preferr i over 350z or wrx

s2000 is just so tiny and sexy, sepecially when modded well

and the handling is maazing,,,,and the redline,, yess...the redline..

enjoy

Thanks man!

350Z and WRX STi were on my shortlist also, but good examples were just over my budget.

I wanted a convertible, so it ended up being between the MR2 Spyder (no luggage space at all), the Miata MX5 (great car but my wife said it was a bit girly!) and the Audi TT roadster (I wanted RWD though).

I also considered the Boxster S and the (S54) M Roadster but again they cost more than I wanted to spend...

TT · 10-15-2005, 12:43 PM

Yup, just noticed the edit (or was it there already?)

TransAm · 10-15-2005, 12:48 PM

^ it was an edit

dutchmasterflex · 10-15-2005, 12:50 PM

nice to see everything worked out and you got your S2000! very lucky man.. definately a great car to have down south so you can take advantage of the drop top!

i'm sure you're already having more fun than you were in the saab!

ae86_16v · 10-15-2005, 02:42 PM

Congratulations!!! Great car. . . I was in the market for one about 1/2 year ago, and came very very close to buying one. My only compliant, the lack of torque for daily driving.

But man, if you drove it like you stole it, it is a BLAST!!!

I definitely like this model more than the newer "detuned" ones

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Congratulations again, post more pics!!!

Originally Posted by TransAm

I wanted a convertible, so it ended up being between the MR2 Spyder (no luggage space at all), the Miata MX5 (great car but my wife said it was a bit girly!) and the Audi TT roadster (I wanted RWD though).

I also considered the Boxster S and the (S54) M Roadster but again they cost more than I wanted to spend...

The biggest problem I had w/ the M Roadster was the lack of rear glass window. That was a must have. As far as the Boxster S, it a premium and personally I was afraid of the maintenance. Also, you'll always have to explain why you did not get a real Porsche

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sameerrao · 10-15-2005, 03:22 PM

Awesome car T/A. I love the choice of paint - shows the lines of the car very well.

I drove an S2K about 4 years back and thought it had the second best gearbox I've ever experienced (the best was an NSX). Snick snick heaven. Funnily enough in my short drive I didnt really notice the lack of torque. Sure it didnt have the low down pull of my S4 but I thought it was great. It does get a bit loud though at highish cruising speeds.

Enjoy it...

abbor · 10-15-2005, 03:42 PM

Congrats man.. Awesome car..

I expect you to put a lot of miles on it...

TransAm · 10-15-2005, 03:50 PM

Originally Posted by sameerrao

Awesome car T/A. I love the choice of paint - shows the lines of the car very well.

I drove an S2K about 4 years back and thought it had the second best gearbox I've ever experienced (the best was an NSX). Snick snick heaven. Funnily enough in my short drive I didnt really notice the lack of torque. Sure it didnt have the low down pull of my S4 but I thought it was great. It does get a bit loud though at highish cruising speeds.

Enjoy it...

I have been spoiled by the Saab turbo (mucho torque) in that respect!

I am getting used to it though, and it really isn't that bad, I mean it is a light car and quite low geared really, it is happy from 2700rpm upwards and pulls ok.

Thanks everyone for your kind words!

Goodduck, what do you mean when you say you were waiting for this topic? Did my new sig give it away?

gucom · 10-15-2005, 03:52 PM

WOW nice car

dont be afraid to post more pics etc here

TransAm · 10-15-2005, 03:54 PM

Originally Posted by gucom

WOW nice car

dont be afraid to post more pics etc here

Off for a drive to the lake later so I will take my camera and post some better pics tonight

Maybe a vid as well

SilviaEvo · 10-15-2005, 04:12 PM

there is always something good about a new sports car. aka the grin plastered all over your face with the top down and im sure itll be there for a week

im very jealous of your new car transam!!! have fun with it and post some more pics! oh yeah and the union jack is a nice touch

gis · 10-15-2005, 05:44 PM

Bloody gorgeous mate,lovely colour aswell,a guy has one that colour in my town,just love it.congrats on the purchase

so your just going to do a k&n....you HAVE to get an exhaust.i have 2 videos that proves you have to,wanna see them hit me up on MSN or sumthin