Finally Pulled The Trigger

[da mayor]

i guess you'll always be drivinga red car! congrats!

[JustFly]

Chicago? Stop by and say hi!!!

[Msedanman]

Originally Posted by Garnet Canuck

So as some of you may know, I've been wanting to pick up an S2000 just as a summer toy for quite some time. I've been putting it off for one reason or another but today I finally pulled the trigger and bought one. I ended up with a 2005 in New Formula Red. I purchased it from the US so it will be a little while before it's in my driveway. Can't wait for some summer cruising!

'Grats, Shane. Will be fun. Can't wait to see your new toy.

C.

[mIKE]

Originally Posted by Garnet Canuck

So as some of you may know, I've been wanting to pick up an S2000 just as a summer toy for quite some time. I've been putting it off for one reason or another but today I finally pulled the trigger and bought one. I ended up with a 2005 in New Formula Red. I purchased it from the US so it will be a little while before it's in my driveway. Can't wait for some summer cruising!

Birthday present for ya eh? Are you on s2ki?

[Msedanman]

Originally Posted by Garnet Canuck

No particular route planned as of yet Ian. I'll keep you posted but I don't see why a swing up to TO can't be possible.

Excellent idea Shane....Let us know for sure....

C.

[mIKE]

Originally Posted by Garnet Canuck

Thanks for the post. I've got about a 1500 mile drive home from Chicago.....any foreseeing issues driving the S2000 for that distance comfortable wise?

Btw, I don't have the car yet so I haven't tackled the gas door release yet.

Mmmmm how's your tolerance for (relatively) stiff suspensions? Fortunately (Unfortunately?) the AP2V1 has the softest of all s2k suspensions...

The biggest factor will be noise like Spud said. I actually carry a box of earplugs in my car. Enjoy the cruise I seem to be more tolerant of noise than Spud however, as I never thought the windnoise got crazy until you get over 85.

Also, wind noise and earplugs are interesting, as they filter out kinda selectively. When you have earplugs on, you'll hear tire humming, road resonances, and the "top flapping" sound. However, earplugs also eliminate the engine and exhaust drone.

You'll notice the AP2 has much more low-end grunt than a AP1 (6%), slightly more torque coupled with power oriented (instead of fuel efficient) cams, and about 12% more agressive gearing for 1-4 adds up.

Make sure you sit rather straight; if you slouch, your back will hurt on a long trip

Childseats can be put on the passenger side

PM if you have questions

[Garnet Canuck]

Originally Posted by mIKE

Birthday present for ya eh? Are you on s2ki?

Yep!! I've lurking on S2ki for quite awhile but I've never created an account there.......that will change shortly.

[Garnet Canuck]

Originally Posted by mIKE

Mmmmm how's your tolerance for (relatively) stiff suspensions? Fortunately (Unfortunately?) the AP2V1 has the softest of all s2k suspensions...

The biggest factor will be noise like Spud said. I actually carry a box of earplugs in my car. Enjoy the cruise I seem to be more tolerant of noise than Spud however, as I never thought the windnoise got crazy until you get over 85.

Also, wind noise and earplugs are interesting, as they filter out kinda selectively. When you have earplugs on, you'll hear tire humming, road resonances, and the "top flapping" sound. However, earplugs also eliminate the engine and exhaust drone.

You'll notice the AP2 has much more low-end grunt than a AP1 (6%), slightly more torque coupled with power oriented (instead of fuel efficient) cams, and about 12% more agressive gearing for 1-4 adds up.

Make sure you sit rather straight; if you slouch, your back will hurt on a long trip

Childseats can be put on the passenger side

PM if you have questions

Thanks for the post Mike. Any time I've driven an S2k, I never had any complaints about the noise. I am thinking I'll too big a grin on my face to even care about the noise.

[Msedanman]

Sounds like a blast, Shane. PM sent about your trip.

C.

[HellaFly]

Congrats!, I just joined the S2000 club myself. NFR was my first choice but i ended up with GPW, check out my thread for pics.

[mIKE]

Originally Posted by HellaFly

Congrats!, I just joined the S2000 club myself. NFR was my first choice but i ended up with GPW, check out my thread for pics.

GPW is ftw

[IVRY PRL]

GPW > all, when I get mine, it'll have to be an 02 GPW. AP1 + all red interior is a must.

[MikeYo]

05 nfr ftw!

[813_LpG35S]

nice pick up!!

[Beebo]

Congrats