I can see this being a keeper
Same as his elise, DUF, his exclusive, his other exclusive?
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Same as his elise, DUF, his exclusive, his other exclusive?
Thanks mate, trying to decide on what filter, as they tend to mount right above the radiator, which isn't good lol
Yeah they are group 20, but for a fairly high power rwd convertable I guess thats expected it will be more than most
I hope I can find a set well priced, those later wheels seem to hold their value very well
Love the colour!
If you need any inspiration check out Rich McKee. He's from hull, used to run a car club "fast and modded" (it's no longer about though) had an r33 skyline then bought his s2000. Anything you need to know he could be useful.
His websites www.r-m-photography.com tbh everyone should check it out.
Here's a snap of his s2k.
Thanks mate, I will check that out later
Such a nice colour mate! Hope you can source an engine cheap enough, I can see this being a keeper
Me too mate lol, if it's as good as previous ones I have driven I can see myself keeping it for a while
Yeah the colour is a bit of a wildcard mate, I wasn't 100% on it until I saw that last picture of it I put up - plus in the metal it looks a lot better
Until I am able to afford another set of alloys, i'm tempted to do the current ones a darker shade as they need a refurb - we shall see
Been offered to keep the number plate for £350.....
Shhhh you, or I may 'forget' to leave the key out for the Clio :rasp:
Im Just about to leave... Well. when I say just about, I'm waiting for Emma to get here lol
Do it.
Evo 5 RS
LOL. I was tempted to say he'll have it at least 6 months That's good going for Russ x
That's good going for Russ xIt is tempting, not that I actually have that money lol
LOL. I was tempted to say he'll have it at least 6 months
That is lol, I used to keep cars a while, my black Ph1 I had for 6 years! Though when I keep getting great offers like this, I just simply can't pass them up.
So thats one vote for buy the plate, what's everyone else think?
LY Megane R26 230
No i dont know him but saw it for sale on P'heads and was sorely tempted but havent got the time/space to take another project on now
Yeah that's cheaper than its worth, but I'm not sure if the plate is really that important? I can't make my mind up
Lol possibly mate? I loose track of most of the things I do lol
No i dont know him but saw it for sale on P'heads and was sorely tempted but havent got the time/space to take another project on now
Ah cool, well let's just say I didn't pay anywhere near what it was up for. Really nice chap, keeping in contact with him as he wants to know the damage
They're not really - there have been reports of plooms of blue smoke during hard cornering, but that is actually because of the oil level being at max or above.
What is the case is that Pre-2004 cars go through alot of oil. My 2003 reg went through 1 litre every 4000 miles; so all it takes for one of the previous owners to be neglectful in regards to the oil top ups.
Russ, two mods you will want for sure...
PRM Induction Kit - Doesn't add power, but doesn't reduce, it just unlocks that beautiful VTEC Howl at full chat and also helps the engine breath more freely from 7000rpm+; see this thread from the S2000 forum: http://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/934140-the-prm-vs-kn-fipk-question/page__hl__prm (scroll down to my post with two videos embedded - second from bottom)
Standard Exhaust Mod - Again, no power gain or reduction, but a lovely note is added with no drone what-so-ever. That was one bug bear of mine was how stifled the exhaust system was and this mod made all the difference, and I got it done for £30! See this thread: http://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/944056-exhaust-mod/page__hl__prm
Then after that its lowering springs/coilovers and 17" wheels, as those OEM 16"s just don't fill the arch enough. Have a look at Rota Torques; they generally suit the pre-facelift bumpers more than the facelift wheels
You should enjoy yours when its ready in spring. The 2003 car is the most enthusiastically balanced; pre-2002 they were snappy on oversteer with little warning, and 2004 onwards the geo was geared towards understeer. But any geo specialist can set it up however you like...
Enjoy!
LY Megane R26 230
Had a bargain them mate.im looking at Dc5's instead as I need the boot space for golf clubs :rofl:
They're not really - there have been reports of plooms of blue smoke during hard cornering, but that is actually because of the oil level being at max or above.
What is the case is that Pre-2004 cars go through alot of oil. My 2003 reg went through 1 litre every 4000 miles; so all it takes for one of the previous owners to be neglectful in regards to the oil top ups.
Russ, two mods you will want for sure...
PRM Induction Kit - Doesn't add power, but doesn't reduce, it just unlocks that beautiful VTEC Howl at full chat and also helps the engine breath more freely from 7000rpm+; see this thread from the S2000 forum: http://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/934140-the-prm-vs-kn-fipk-question/page__hl__prm (scroll down to my post with two videos embedded - second from bottom)
Standard Exhaust Mod - Again, no power gain or reduction, but a lovely note is added with no drone what-so-ever. That was one bug bear of mine was how stifled the exhaust system was and this mod made all the difference, and I got it done for £30! See this thread: http://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/944056-exhaust-mod/page__hl__prm
Then after that its lowering springs/coilovers and 17" wheels, as those OEM 16"s just don't fill the arch enough. Have a look at Rota Torques; they generally suit the pre-facelift bumpers more than the facelift wheels
You should enjoy yours when its ready in spring. The 2003 car is the most enthusiastically balanced; pre-2002 they were snappy on oversteer with little warning, and 2004 onwards the geo was geared towards understeer. But any geo specialist can set it up however you like...
Enjoy!
Thanks mate! I had read about the exhaust mod - definately on the list now, and i'l have a look at that induction kit too! Will check out the links you provided once i'm home - thank you
Ha lol, DC5's are awesome, I love the blue they come in!
Yeah I had noticed most induction kits seem to sit right above the radiator - not great lol
Cheers Chip, a bit different to the Clio, but as i will be lucky to do 2 track days next year, it made sense to get a more road biased car for the time being - Plus I have always got a Clio of some sort around so I still feel part of the Club lol
I'm not 100% but I think it's probably been run low on oil at some point in it's life - as you say they are usually spot on, and can do mega miles, but the biggest killer according to the owners club is low oil - I look forward to getting the sump off it and having a look
Yes I am sure you are correct, due to the revs involved most of the vtec engines do use a small amount of oil when driven hard, so its easy to run low if you dont keep on top of the checking and topping up of the oil.
About 100ml per 1000miles of "fast road" driving seems to be about normal from the ones I have had.
About 100ml per 1000miles of "fast road" driving seems to be about normal from the ones I have had.
Evo 5 RS
Bushes is another "common" fault according to some, think the wishbone bushes are a bit of a bummer as Honda don't sell the bushes separately. Might be worth a check if its been sat for awhile mate.
So I don't have to do it when you sell it to me. X
So I don't have to do it when you sell it to me. X
I just can't wait to get stuck in, once i've cleared the million other things I have to do first lol
Yeah the bolts are not greased from factory, so they rust in the bushes, so bolts usually need to be cut, and the arms are circa £350 each.
You can get a few bushes seperately mind, the frontr compliance bushes which you can swap for mugen ones which apparently tighten it up a bit.
Looking at the arms and bushes on mine they look in really good nick, so i'm going to start coating them in a freeing agent once a week or so for the coming months - see if I can get at least a fighting chance to get the bolts out as I will be wanting to set the geo once it's on the road
(and yes Michael, you can have first refusal when I sell
x)Flol! To be honest Chip i'm in no rush - I've cleared my garage out so it can live in there for the time being, the rear tyres are low plus it needs tax so I will just let it sit for a while I think - I'd like to get some smaller jobs sorted on it first like ripping the interior out and giving it a proper clean, so if it doesn't drive I won't get side tracked by driving it all the time lol.
Thank you very much
I have been looking at a subtle lip for the front bumper though......
The f**k have you been
Evo 5 RS
Such a great conversion, Abbey Motorsport are about 5 minute drive from me Russ if you fancy dropping it down
Nooooo they look boring in grey - I think it really doesn't follow the lines right. Plus as it's a toy I like having it a bit of a random colour
(oh missed you x)
lol! Yeah you can be knocking on the door of 400bhp with one, proper quick then!
Such a great conversion, Abbey Motorsport are about 5 minute drive from me Russ if you fancy dropping it down
Ok, i'l tell them to forward the bill to you
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DC2 TypeR / E36 328i
Great motor! As most have said, always wanted one
Darren S
ClioSport Club Member
Love S2K's - I really do. Probably the only 2-seater I'd jump for in sensible-ish money.
Great purchase Russ. A matching hard-top would be perfect - but I guess that's like asking for hen's teeth!
D.
Great purchase Russ. A matching hard-top would be perfect - but I guess that's like asking for hen's teeth!
D.
I really need to increase my labour rate by the sounds of it
Flol, I was kinda thinking there would be a bill at the end of it too, the biscuits were just to sweeten the deal.
Sir_Dave
ClioSport Trader
So true mate, even on the OC iv not yet seen an Imola with a hard top!
I really need to buy Russ a Subway again by the sounds of it
EFA x
Missed you too Russtopher! I agree the lairy colour is better for a toy!
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Flol, I was waitin for that
Though I am properly disappointed I have had no F&F pisstaking yet :dapprove:
Late wheels, mild drop, OEM Honda front lip, done.
Pretty much what I'd like mate, Sportlines really set the S2000 off nicely and are well priced, plus I have been offered a set of those wheels for £500 - they have good tyres but they are budgets
FPMSL. That's customer service right there.. Buying them lunch whilst I'm doing an engine change lol
