Pros:

Excellent engine. If you keep it above 6000RPMs you will forget about the 153 pound-ft of torque. Pulls very nicely for another 3000RPMs.

Sounds like a mini-racecar after 8000RPMs

Transmission is the best feeling in the world for a production car. I have not tried Ferrari and Lambo trannies, but for a sub 200K car the S2000 is the best hands down. Everything else feels like garbage compared to an S2000 transmission.

Build quality is typical Honda: excellent. The engine does burn more oil than your typical car, but it's to be expected from such a high-reving car.

Throttle response is great and contributes to the ''racy'' feel of the S2000.

The interior is not flashy but never feels cheap and everything is tightly screwed together. The S2000 will still look, feel and perform like a brand new car even after 5+ years of abusive ownership.

The seating position is amazing, you truly sit close to the ground and have a great feeling of being right on top of the rear wheels.

Steering response is excellent, lazer sharp. In fact after the transmission feel the steering and the way the car changes directions so quickly is something that really stands out.

Reliability is outstanding on every aspect. Car is meant to be abused on a racetrack.

Cons:

Total lack of steering *feel*. The S2000 has great steering quickness-response, but it feels numb while doing so. You feel like you're holding the wheel of a play station video game.

ABS kicks in way too early and disrupts what is a generally good braking system that has a nice firm braking pedal and good composure during hard braking.

The car could use more horsepower because the chassiss-suspension can take it.

The ride is extremely stiff compared to a Boxster S which handles just as well but doesn't punish your back while doing so.

Gas mileage is very bad for a non turbo 2.0L engine, but hey it's got 240HP....

Fast - then it goes faster! Interesting in the wet.

This car is a must drive for any roadster enthusiast!  It has great pep and an eye-catching look.  It makes almost everyone do a double take and can keep up and take most cars off the line.  Also an easy car to tune or dress-up.

My dad bought it used from Keenan Honda in Doylestown, PA on August 31, 2005, after he had been in the market for a BMW 3-series for a couple months. He changed his mind and it boiled to down to Chevrolet Corvette or Honda S2000. He test drove it and bought it all within a few hours. He was immediately impressed by the scalpel-sharp handling, powerful acceleration, and the aggressive appearance. The A/C in this little Honda was the coldest ever.

you'll love it.