Honda S2000 First generation (AP1) (2000 - 2003)



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First generation (AP1) of Honda S2000 has been in production since 2000 by 2003.

  • 2003 Honda S2000 Engines list

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  • 2000 Honda S2000 Engines list


Honda S2000 First generation (AP1) dimensions and specs


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First generation (AP1)
Body style Roadster
Engine options F20C1, 2.0L I-4, 237 HP, 155 lb/ft
Length 162.20 in
Width 68.90 in
Height 50.60 in
Wheelbase 94.50 in
Curb weight 2809 - 2810 lbs
Number of doors 2
Seating capacity 2
Front hip room 49.80 in
Front Headroom 34.60 in
Front shoulder room 50.20 in
Fuel tank capacity 13.20 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 20/26
Towing capacity 999 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 5.3 - 6.6 sec
¼ mile time 13.45 - 14.8 sec

Honda S2000 Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Honda S2000 First generation (AP1) production period from 2000 to 2003 drivers have reported 69 complaints. The most common problems are ENGINE, GLASS, SIDE/REAR, ROOF AND PILLARS.
Model Year Complaints
2003 S2000
8
2002 S2000
10
2001 S2000
12
2000 S2000
39

Problem Category Number of Problems
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
check engine light came on in my case. i immediately took the car to my local honda dealer since it...
8
~ 18690 miles
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY
the vehicle has a convertible top. when top returns back up rear window becomes wrinkled. consumer cannot see out of
5
~ 4400 miles
ROOF AND PILLARS > BODY > STRUCTURE
the consumer is concerned about the long term service and safety issue of the rear plastic window installed within the...
5
~ 7400 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
engine siezed honda refuses to honor warranty. alternately claims low oil which is incorrect and no oil light was indicated...
4
~ 11390 miles
TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
side of red tail lights is pinkish white due to uv exposure after only 3 years. tail lights are to
4
~ 32500 miles
VISIBILITY
i have a 2001 honda s2000 which has just 30 000 miles on it and came with a plastic rear...
3
~ 8333 miles
STRUCTURE
the convertible soft top seems to have little holes appearing throughout the top. also certain portions of the convertible top
3
~ 3667 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
one or more of the following factors may have caused this failure to occur: the normal wear of hitting bumps...
3
~ 15000 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES
my honda s2000 which was purchased new in june of 2002 came with bridgestone potenza so-2 tires front and rear....
3
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
below is a list of all the failures that my 2001 honda s2000 has sustained. the first being the only...
3
~ 1000 miles
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda s2000. the contact stated he lost control of the vehicle while driving at...
2
~ 97000 miles
STEERING
i own a 2001 honda s2000. last winter the power steering periodically failed when i started the car in cold...
2
~ 94000 miles
TIRES
while traveling on a freeway at approximately 70 mph the right rear tire had a catastrophic failure. the vehicle began...
2
~ 11500 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
same as everyone else vehicle thoroughly maintained lost valve in cylinder 3.i was told by the dealer that vehicle was...
2
~ 41250 miles
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tail light lenses fading from red to pink within 3 years of ownership. police warning - stating modified lighting system.
2
~ 41000 miles
CRANKCASE (PCV) > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM
#4 conecting rod broke. *ph...
2
~ 15730 miles
DIFFERENTIAL UNIT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
below is a list of all the failures that my 2001 honda s2000 has sustained. the first being the only...
2
~ 750 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
delayed airbag deployment (inflated after 2 seconds) upon hitting a tree.*ak...
2
SERVICE BRAKES
when i was going on highway i felt really shaky steering. so when i get out and check the tires...
1
~ 107000 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* the contact owns a 2001 honda s200. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph the brakes failed to...
1
~ 129000 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
i am the original owner of a 2000 honda s2000...this past month i replaced the headlight assemblies for both headlights...
1
~ 82000 miles
SUSPENSION
i was driving my 2001 honda s2000 to work like any other normal day. i got on the on ramp...
1
~ 65000 miles
ANTI-THEFT DEVICE > COLUMN LOCKING > STEERING
dt*: the contact stated the steering column locked causing an accident. prior to the accident the steering column locked twice...
1
~ 18000 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
while driving 44 mph vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. consumer was not able to maintain control of the vehicle and it crashed
1
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
fuel cut-off during left turn when less than half a tank of fuel. creates unstable driving conditions particularly when lateral
1
~ 63000 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
while braking vehicle pulled to the right causing the consumer to hit a guard rail. consumer had the vehicle towed
1
~ 13000 miles
SEAT BELTS
the passenger seat belt made a noise while being retracted. it has been replaced 4 times. *ak *jb...
1
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
the honda s2000 is a manual shift car. the map sensor on this particular car adjusts when needed to control...
1
~ 42000 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION
consumer stated while driving there was a loud noise coming from the rear suspension.*jb...
1
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
i bought the car used. it had approx 12k miles on it. since i have had it it has had...
1
PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) > CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
squeak noise when using clutch. later the squeak gets louder and requires more pressure to press the clutch. also the
1
~ 20000 miles
COLUMN SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
below is a list of all the failures that my 2001 honda s2000 has sustained. the first being the only...
1
~ 1500 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
below is a list of all the failures that my 2001 honda s2000 has sustained. the first being the only...
1
~ 1500 miles
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
below is a list of all the failures that my 2001 honda s2000 has sustained. the first being the only...
1
~ 1500 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
when consumer takes foot off the brake vehicle rolls backwards. engine light flashes on dashboard. dealership is aware of problem.*ak...
1
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
when consumer takes foot off the brake vehicle rolls backwards. engine light flashes on dashboard. dealership is aware of problem.*ak...
1
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY
rear glass has a permanent glare when he turns convertible top and misoperation of window causes double vision. *ak...
1
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT
transmission grinds at any speed when shifted to second gear the limited slip differential leaks and is noisy. *yd...
1
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
the plastic rear window on the convertible top wrinkles and creases when the top is lowered. this causes a safety...
1
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
nhtsa recall 00v016000 and manufacturer's recall 00v016000/ seat belt retractor. no parts were available. dealer is having a hard time
1
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
in feb. consumer recieved recall notice 00v-016 which states when the convertible top is down and the seat is pushed...
1
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
recall 00v016000. the parts are not available. *ak...
1

How to improve the appearance of your Honda S2000 and to make it look younger?


Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Honda S2000 to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.

However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

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  • 2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Splitter Front Bumper Lip Body Kit Vehicle Blade Rear Shovel, Side Fender Skirt Lip Splitter Guard Protector Universal Size for Most Cars (Carbon Fiber Black)

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Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...

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    Xotic Tech Carbon Fiber Style Car Wheel ...

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  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

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  • 50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim Fastener, Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, RAV4, Tacoma - Replace OEM: 75495-35010 75397-35010

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Rims

  • All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips for Curb Rash Prevention – Universal Fit (Black)

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    • Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
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  • VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Luminous Skull Tire Air Valves Stem Caps,Night Glow Luminous Wheels Cap Tire Valve Stem,Tire Valve Caps Wheel Rim Dust Cover for Car Truck Motorcycles SUVs (Red)

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  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(BLACK)

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  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(silver)

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  • Reswish 20 PCS Car Wheel Decorative Stripe Stickers Car Wheel Rim Stickers,Night Reflective Car Wheel Safety Warning Stripe Decals Stickers, Universal Wheel Warning Adhesive Strips for Car, Motocycle, Bicycle (Orange)

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Coilovers

  • Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6'-9' Front Bumper Lip Splitter Diffuser Strut Rod Tie Bars Compatible with Most Vehicles [Silver]

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    • ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
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  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/White

    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

    • 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
    • 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
  • maXpeedingrods Coilovers Adjustable Height for Honda S2000 BASE MODEL/TYPE V AP1/AP2 2000-2009, Spring Shock Absorber Suspension Coil Struts, Amortiguador Lowering Kit by 1-3” with Spring Preload

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    • 【Fit Perfectly】 For Honda S2000 BASE MODEL/TYPE V AP1/AP2 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009.
    • 【Spring Rate】 Front Spring rate: 10 kg/mm (558 lbs/in) & Rear Spring rate: 10 kg/mm (560 lbs/in)...
  • Rev9 R9-HS2-015 Hyper-Street II Coilover Suspension Lowering Kit, Mono-Tube Shock w/ 32 Click Rebound Setting, Full Length Adjustable, compatible with Honda S2000 (AP) 2000-09

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    • Compatible With Honda S2000 (AP1/AP2) 2000 2001 2002 2003,2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
    • Spring Rate: Front - 10 kg/mm (560 lbs/inch) | Rear - 8 kg/mm (448 lbs/inch) // Top Mount: Yes, Standard Top...
  • Yonaka Compatible with 2000-2009 Honda S2000 S2K AP1 AP2 Spec 2 Full Coilovers Suspension Shocks Springs Struts JDM USDM

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    • 28 Level Fully Adjustable Dampening
    • Fully threaded dual tube advanced shock absorber
    • Inner bump stop to prevent damage cause by rapid compression impacts
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  • Emotion Coilover Suspension 24-Level Fully Adjustable High Performance Kit, compatible with Honda Civic EK B15 B16, 1996-2000 (set of 4)

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    • Fitment compatible with Honda Civic EK B15 B16, 1996-2000. NOT compatible with vehicles using Air Suspension
    • Front Spring Rate 12K, Rear Spring Rate 6K
    • Front includes Top Mount Plate, Rear includes Top Mount Plate
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Decals

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Honda S2000 specs
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Performance

Engine
0-60 times
Horsepower
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Exterior

Wheels
Wheel Interchange
Bulbs
Dimensions
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Interior

Steering wheel
Speakers size
Upgrades

Maintenance

Towing Capacity
Oil Capacity
Wipers size
Gas tank size
Battery size
Safety ratings
Complaints
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Manuals
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