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Test Drives:
2001 Honda S2000
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Yet another sports car to try. The Honda S2000 Roadster plays ball in the same league
as the BMW Z, Mercedes-Benz SLK, Porsche Boxster, Audi TT, and Corvette. I enjoyed a
drive down Wellington Crescent, sampling the curves, straights, and bumps of the
twisty scenic route. Immediately, I was reminded of my trip with a Porsche Boxster down
the same road a few months earlier. The Honda has a sport suspension that, coupled
with its low stance, gives it a thrilling ride and 'go faster' persona. The interior uses
quality materials that compliment the Honda image. While getting in and out of the car
is a struggle, comfort levels are surprisingly high inside, both from the cockpit and
passenger seats. Unique features to the Honda include a push-button starter, short-
shift 6-speed manual, tachometer-bar, and thoughtful placement of switches and
buttons. A power top stows the softtop in a matter of seconds, after unlatching at both
ends. A hardtop option is expense but important if this is your only car. Although the top
takes two to remove, it can be done in an easy minute.
Once started, the engine begs to be revved high. Don't feel scared to rev this engine up
to 9000rpm. That's where the power is. Just be careful not to expect this high-revving
capability of any other car.
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