s2000 question

[nowsowa]

i have loved s2000 for a very long time .. since 2000 and i really want to buy one but im only 17 whats the best thing for me to do in getting one of these. im thinking i should wait til im 18 and mabye make payments im not really sure at all. any suggestions?

[sonic]

Do you work? If so I hope It's a good job because not be discouraging but your insurance at 17 would prolly be pretty nasty. Other than that I would definitly look into some used ones. These cars last forever so getting one with around 50-60,000 miles as your first one would'nt be bad. Best of luck to you.

[jagg]

Save your pennies kiddo.......big downpayment helps a bunch when you're looking to finance a car.
Nothin' worth having comes easy.....but this will be worth the effort.

Regards,
jagg

[RoCKet]

I hear that like go whispered it into my ear. Took me4 years to get mine..... But it was completely worth it!

[desmo4]

I researched the car for year before I bought mine in 99. Even at $5k over list it was still the one I wanted. And still is.

Jonathan

[Java Junky]

It don't happen much in this day-n'-age now, (might explain all'a foreclosure'z, y'think?) but sometimes ya jus' godda wait ta scratch an itch.
'Can't emphasize enough gettin' yerself financially established before considerin' expensive toys. Playin' into the quick satisfaction mentality is a sure way'da doom.
'Wish I had better news for ya pal.
If nothin' else, you've gotten yourself into a great bunch'a enthusiasts whu'cha ain't gonna godda introduce yourself to when you finally do have your Stewie.
Be well n' keep us posted as ta how you're makin' out.
Java

[carguyrob]

I have to second Sonic's comments. I would definately call your insurance company before you even consider a S2000 purchase. My "low mileage second car rated" S2000 costs me more per year to insure than my daily driver '07 TL type-S! And the TL-S was actually over $10K more to purchase...

[dynasty_four]

young kid with high hopes. it prolly wont happen, i was in the same situation when they came out when i was ur age. im 22 now, and bought one last november, my payments are hight and insurance is actually really good for me... only like 150 a month with a clean history. but i had to go with a civic when i was ur age. and i riced it up and learned how to make a car ugly. lol now i have much better taste. but n e ways, u better have a great job. rich parents, or one given to you. you should be worrying about school first and not a hot ride, cause once ur outta school and making big dough then you can afford anything u want...

[gomarlins3]

Save your money for a big down payment as stated above, but also for the insurance. It's going to be about as much as your car payment possibly.

[kgf3076]

Originally Posted by dynasty_four

prolly ur

what the hell are these words? Prolly is some kind of parrot and UR is short for urinary retention?

[sonic]

Originally Posted by kgf3076

what the hell are these words? Prolly is some kind of parrot and UR is short for urinary retention?

I'm sory, did u you hav any use full advise 4 da kid or do u just want 2 nit pick?

[kgf3076]

Originally Posted by sonic

I'm sory, did u you hav any use full advise 4 da kid or do u just want 2 nit pick?

Not only did I have some advice, I posted it in English (you may remember that, it's theoretically taught in school )

[CherryPopper]

buy a junk car for now until you save up for a big downpayment. Oh ya...keep your record clean!!!

[TheSoundMan21]

I am 23 now and finally got one 11/07. Only reason why is because AAA took off my drag racing ticket (from 3 years ago). A clean record is a must for your age, but drive a junker for awhile sure the high school nuts will bug you until you pull up in a few years in this. Reminds me of the time when I was 20 in a 1997 BMW 328is those guys almost passed out. Do what I did find an old E36 1997-1999 BMW M3 with 50,000 miles or so the car has 240hp out of an inline 6 and insurance might be a little high $150-$200 (maybe more cause your age) and you can still have fun.

[Java Junky]

Cherry brings a damn good point up: keepin' your record clean.

[cbrguy7]

Hey the s2k is a bad ass car, Would look good rollin through your highschool and pickin up the ladies
I would say check with your insurance co. if its reasonable and you have a well paying job then go for it. If not get something cheaper for now and save your money.
In the mean time say you bought a honda civic or acura integra put some money into it. 3 or 4 years from now you could own it free and clear and sell it for a down payment or trade it+ cash for an s, just a few ideas to throw out there...

[Shillay]

Im about to go to my old high school and pick up girls now

[jagg]

I'll stop by my old high school later too, and make sure none of my friends kids are causing any trouble......little hooligans.



jagg

[rickjkerstetter]

unless you plan on paying cash, or get a parent to finance it for you you cant do anything til your 18. Its illegal to finance someody under the age of 18. But when your ready I got a sweet 2000 with only 7900 miles on it.

[Shillay]

Originally Posted by jagg

I'll stop by my old high school later too, and make sure none of my friends kids are causing any trouble......little hooligans.



jagg

damn whipersnapers

[nowsowa]

ahh thanks for all the comments. you all are very supportive i will have about 5000 dollars for a down payment and i plan on waitg til i turn 18 to get the car as for insurence i have had one speeding ticket thts it and i am gunna have the car put in my mom or my dads name sooo i can save some money. hopefully

[philiam]

Originally Posted by jagg

I'll stop by my old high school later too, and make sure none of my friends kids are causing any trouble......little hooligans.

I'd stop by mine, but I forget where I went.



jagg