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gerry100 · 10-20-2009, 10:06 AM

No S2000 yet but I'm afraid I might fall in love and when it's with a car one should do extensive research.

I've neen running an '86 Porsche 911 at track events for eight years now and have had a great time. However, I've moved into the advanced run group and have a problem running with 300-500hp computer controlled monsters with track tires. I ruin their rythym and they mine.

I could modify the '86 and get a lot of track speed back, but then it's uncomfortable on the street, expensive etc.

I could upgrade to a newer Porsche, but those in my price range can bite you big time on repairs. As a sufferer of potentially permanent carreerus interruptus I'd like to avoid that.

From my perspective, The S2000 could be a Boxster S built by Honda.
The Hondas we've had ( civics,CRV) have been tough and reliable.
If the S2000 drives well it may be the answer.

Hope to look at one in a few days.

DJJSR · 10-20-2009, 10:13 AM

Try it, you'll like it! Best bang for the buck.

lonestarbuzz · 10-20-2009, 12:31 PM

good luck and welcome!

pics of the porsche?

redS2k06 · 10-20-2009, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lonestarbuzz

good luck and welcome!

pics of the porsche?

+1

Password · 10-20-2009, 12:56 PM

Honda gives you a built, durable, and very beautiful car very inexpensivly. I got mine for 5 grand. They're worthy of any track.

gomarlins3 · 10-20-2009, 07:54 PM

Welcome to the site.

If you are looking toward the smaller Porsches, I would suggest the Cayman over the Boxster. You still won't be able to run with the 300 HP monsters in the straights, but you will hang with them in the corners.

dezignpro04 · 10-20-2009, 09:56 PM

Welcome! I would love pics as well!

J'sS2K · 10-20-2009, 10:14 PM

the best ride in its class...u'll love it.

sfkjeld · 10-21-2009, 03:17 AM

I am a former P-car guy. Owned a number of the 2.4S's, and 3 litre Carreras. Loved those cars, but eventually each of them became leakers. Bought a Boxster S last year, very low miles, babied. Blew up and left me with a $15k repair bill. Sold it and bought an AP1 and have not looked back.

It is in every sense a true sportscar. I cannot imagine a better track car. Better balanced than a 911 (what isn't?), and plenty of engineering head room to make the car pretty much as fast as you want to go. For a fraction of the cost to pump up a 911.

In fact, rode in an AP1 last weekend with a super charger. The owner claimed it dyno'd 390 and the wheel. A terrifying ride, that!

Anyway, go drive one. Let us know what you think of spooling up from 6k to 9k. Makes a stock 911 look pedestrian.

Java Junky · 10-21-2009, 05:16 AM

"Oldest"?
Inn'iss company, 'fraid you've godd'a earn'att title gerry.
Whutt'z yer point'a origin?

D1sclaimer · 10-21-2009, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gomarlins3

Welcome to the site.

If you are looking toward the smaller Porsches, I would suggest the Cayman over the Boxster. You still won't be able to run with the 300 HP monsters in the straights, but you will hang with them in the corners.

And buy an LSD for either of those. I've heard from people who've added LSDs to Boxsters and Caymans that its the best money they've spent.

sfkjeld · 10-22-2009, 05:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gomarlins3

Welcome to the site.

If you are looking toward the smaller Porsches, I would suggest the Cayman over the Boxster. You still won't be able to run with the 300 HP monsters in the straights, but you will hang with them in the corners.

If you buy either, buy a drivetrain warranty. And never, under any circumstances, leave home without it paid in full!

10-20-2009, 10:06 AM	#1 (permalink)
gerry100 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 9	Oldest Newbie No S2000 yet but I'm afraid I might fall in love and when it's with a car one should do extensive research. I've neen running an '86 Porsche 911 at track events for eight years now and have had a great time. However, I've moved into the advanced run group and have a problem running with 300-500hp computer controlled monsters with track tires. I ruin their rythym and they mine. I could modify the '86 and get a lot of track speed back, but then it's uncomfortable on the street, expensive etc. I could upgrade to a newer Porsche, but those in my price range can bite you big time on repairs. As a sufferer of potentially permanent carreerus interruptus I'd like to avoid that. From my perspective, The S2000 could be a Boxster S built by Honda. The Hondas we've had ( civics,CRV) have been tough and reliable. If the S2000 drives well it may be the answer. Hope to look at one in a few days.

10-20-2009, 10:13 AM	#2 (permalink)
DJJSR Philosopher Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hooterville Posts: 1,851	Try it, you'll like it! Best bang for the buck. __________________ Don

10-20-2009, 07:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 4,290	Welcome to the site. If you are looking toward the smaller Porsches, I would suggest the Cayman over the Boxster. You still won't be able to run with the 300 HP monsters in the straights, but you will hang with them in the corners. __________________ Yablownowitz Racing brought to you by Anytime Fitness. Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me. "Whatever you do, where ever you go, enjoy the drive." I know for a FACT that the last year of production of the S2000 is 2003!!!!! After that, it will be the S2200 under an assumed name.

10-20-2009, 09:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
dezignpro04 Banned for Life Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sunshine State Posts: 1,174	Welcome! I would love pics as well! __________________ Mods: 18" Axis Reverbs w/Black Rays Lugs, Invidia N1 Exhaust, CAI, ACT Stage 2 Clutch, JDM Side Markers, Clear Corners, Slotted/Drilled Rotors, Spoon Pads, Spoon Steel Brake Lines, Spoon Reservoir Socks, Ricks Vodoo Knob, Custom Stitched Hand Made Convertible Top w/ Glass Window, JDM Aero Screen, Body Matching Dash & Shift Molding Panels, Polished Valve Cover and CAI, Engine Steel Braided Wire Kit & S2000 Caliper Vinyls..

10-20-2009, 10:14 PM	#8 (permalink)
J'sS2K The Car Camera Mount Guy Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,536	the best ride in its class...u'll love it. __________________ So you're heading to the track and you want to record your sessions. PM me for an in-car camera mount. For everything else, you're on your own! www.getgopod.com

10-20-2009, 12:56 PM	#5 (permalink)
Password Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Utah Posts: 7	Honda gives you a built, durable, and very beautiful car very inexpensivly. I got mine for 5 grand. They're worthy of any track.

10-21-2009, 03:17 AM	#9 (permalink)
sfkjeld Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: San Francisco, Ca Posts: 232	I am a former P-car guy. Owned a number of the 2.4S's, and 3 litre Carreras. Loved those cars, but eventually each of them became leakers. Bought a Boxster S last year, very low miles, babied. Blew up and left me with a $15k repair bill. Sold it and bought an AP1 and have not looked back. It is in every sense a true sportscar. I cannot imagine a better track car. Better balanced than a 911 (what isn't?), and plenty of engineering head room to make the car pretty much as fast as you want to go. For a fraction of the cost to pump up a 911. In fact, rode in an AP1 last weekend with a super charger. The owner claimed it dyno'd 390 and the wheel. A terrifying ride, that! Anyway, go drive one. Let us know what you think of spooling up from 6k to 9k. Makes a stock 911 look pedestrian.

10-21-2009, 05:16 AM	#10 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 6,628	"Oldest"? Inn'iss company, 'fraid you've godd'a earn'att title gerry. Whutt'z yer point'a origin? __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

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