Fcw75 Hypersonic February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 Honda Press Release: Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced that it will discontinue production of the S2000 sports car. The production for all regions will conclude by the end of June 2009. The S2000 made its debut in 1999, as a genuine open FR sports car with what was at the time the world's top level, high performance 4-cylinder normally aspirated engine and an ideal 50:50 front/rear body weight distribution that provided a "fun to drive" spirit and the "joy of driving". In addition to dynamic performance, S2000 had environmental responsibility and the world's top level crash safety represented by an exhaust gas level that was more than 50 percent lower than the emission regulations value at that time and adoption of a newly developed body frame for an open structure that achieved the same level crashworthiness as a closed body vehicle. The S2000 continued to evolve, with performance improvements including VGS (Variable Gear ratio Steering), change of tire size and increased displacement. As a result, the S2000 achieved total sales of more than 20,000 units in Japan, and total worldwide sales of more than 110,000* units during the nine years it was in production. Those who can afford one, grab it while it lasts. Sad to see it go. Wish I can afford one. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturtles 6th Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 It seems like a decision by honda honchos to can all track and road competition development in this economic freefall. The F1 exit, the dropping of the new NSX, followed by the dearth of the S2000. Though hard to imagine, the Type Rs could be next Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emils 2nd Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 This is sad... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Familymanz 3rd Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 an associate bought the car last year, commenting tat they have no plan for kiddo for the next 5 yrs.... his wifey is going to due in April, most likely will let go of his 1yo ride then Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahbengdriver 6th Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 yeah looks like honda is going down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twofouronenite 1st Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 Wow, so sad. I was thinking of could they be doing a new model and this annoucement! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic February 8, 2009 Author Share February 8, 2009 an associate bought the car last year, commenting tat they have no plan for kiddo for the next 5 yrs.... his wifey is going to due in April, most likely will let go of his 1yo ride then from PI or Agent? You taking over? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadX Moderator February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 DAMN.....the S2000 is one hell of a car le...dunno what the hell Honda thinkin....Am sure they still have a large following of fans in their race models??? turning to ahpek ah Honda...sheesh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelpie 2nd Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 It seems like a decision by honda honchos to can all track and road competition development in this economic freefall. The F1 exit, the dropping of the new NSX, followed by the dearth of the S2000. Though hard to imagine, the Type Rs could be next Not true and also depend what is your definition of "Exit". Honda is still the offical Indycars forumla racing engine. They are still active in endurance races. I think they are spending more resouces these days into hybrid technology. FCX is one of them. I read earlier that they are reviving the CRX. Perhaps priorty have shifted during this economic climate. Regards, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ichibawa 5th Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 CRX coming in 3Q this year but its a hybrid model I think. I reckon that Honda would go into a more lucrative segment rather than just selling less than 200,000 units in 9 years. Yes, its something for the car fans but its not good for their pockets. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Route88 2nd Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 Sh1T ! Stop B series,now this. F@rk la Honda Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xefera 6th Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 judging by their 9 year sales track record, doubt it is even profitable in the first place. should just concentrate on the type Rs Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic February 8, 2009 Author Share February 8, 2009 DAMN.....the S2000 is one hell of a car le...dunno what the hell Honda thinkin....Am sure they still have a large following of fans in their race models??? turning to ahpek ah Honda...sheesh Aren't you looking for a new car bro? How abt getting one of this b4 it's out of production? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbonetics 2nd Gear February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 in 1999 they build the S2000. so in 2009, will they build a S2010? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shull Turbocharged February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 darn!!! and i was thinking of buying it as my very first car..before i have any family commitments... [bigcry] Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubace Clutched February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 My colleague said he is prob let go of his new s2000 after a year of ownership too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Friendstar Supercharged February 8, 2009 Share February 8, 2009 My colleague said he is prob let go of his new s2000 after a year of ownership too. how come? fc bad? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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