2011 S3000

Old Guy · 10-08-2008, 04:30 PM

This may be old news to some, so I apologize in advance if it is. I bought the November issue of Road & Track this monrning and the cover is an illustration of an S3000 concept. "Leaner, Meaner, and Greener"

There is a short artcle and a couple more photos. As I write this I'm in an airport working my way home. I'll scan the pics and post them on Thursday if anyone is interested.

Pretty bitchin' ride.

RL1924 · 10-08-2008, 04:33 PM

Ill help you out....

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article....rticle_id=7109

As much as i would like to see it come out.... I dont want to have the OLD body style!!!

JDMzimbo · 10-08-2008, 04:49 PM

If it ever comes out, that will be my next car

RL1924 · 10-08-2008, 05:00 PM

Ya see thats the same boat im in... except i cant afford it lol

leahysailor · 10-08-2008, 05:02 PM

I'm not sold on the body style, it looks like a 350z and an eclipse had sex with a solara and thats what popped out.

J'sS2K · 10-08-2008, 06:27 PM

Nah, it looks AWESOME!!!

s2000isu · 10-08-2008, 06:30 PM

I agree solara written all over it. My next car will not be a honda

chazdawg35 · 10-08-2008, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s2000isu

I agree solara written all over it. My next car will not be a honda

A TRATIOR Dude! LOL! Go get a prius.

s2000isu · 10-08-2008, 07:49 PM

Why the prius, because im already used to torque less little fart cans?

chazdawg35 · 10-08-2008, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s2000isu

Why the prius, because im already used to torque less little fart cans?

So what is your weapon of choice Dude?

gomarlins3 · 10-08-2008, 07:54 PM

I have a long time to wait until I even BEGIN to think about that car.... IF it will even exist.

s2000isu · 10-08-2008, 08:15 PM

Dunno prolly nothing for a longgggg time prolly gonna drive junk and keep the s2000 as a track car. If I had my way id be in a m3 I am really digging the new mustangs too or maybe a 350z or the new sti is awesome but that s whatever is not even close to being on the radar of anything I would possibly save my pennies for.

SilverS2K422 · 10-09-2008, 12:21 AM

its kinda cool lookin but you all know it prolly wont look very much like the concept

s2kx2 · 10-09-2008, 12:27 AM

No matter what, when or if Honda comes out with a "replacement" for the S2000, I will not buy it. I am completely smitten with the S2000 as is and (in my not so humble opinion) ... NOTHING CAN TAKE THE PLACE of the AP-1, AP-2 or CR! This little roadster along with the NSX will be Hondas Legacy Vehicles. Like I said, not so humble.

SilverS2K422 · 10-09-2008, 12:49 AM

good point but your not the first who has been loyal to a certain body style of a car until they come out with somthin cooler and faster, you'll prolly change your mind

Vezna31 · 10-09-2008, 09:39 AM

Article mentions a V-6. They would be much smarter to go with an inline 6.

TheSoundMan21 · 10-09-2008, 11:09 AM

vtec inline 6 dude that would be awesome.

s2kx2 · 10-09-2008, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SilverS2K422

good point but your not the first who has been loyal to a certain body style of a car until they come out with somthin cooler and faster, you'll prolly change your mind

Doubt it. Still own my 1995 civic EX coupe with over 380,000 miles and still like the 5th generation body style coupe better than any subsequent style.

Though I will give you this .... IF and I mean IF it comes out and is anything like the drawing I would have to see it in person. IF I liked it I MAY consider buying one but ... I would not even remotely consider a trade in of either of my S2000s. I would still keep both of them.

Vezna31 · 10-09-2008, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s2kx2

Doubt it. Still own my 1995 civic EX coupe with over 380,000 miles and still like the 5th generation body style coupe better than any subsequent style.

Though I will give you this .... IF and I mean IF it comes out and is anything like the drawing I would have to see it in person. IF I liked it I MAY consider buying one but ... I would not even remotely consider a trade in of either of my S2000s. I would still keep both of them.

John will have his own museum of S cars by the time he kicks the bucket

mike_s_0802 · 10-09-2008, 12:24 PM

I will just take mine and put the v8 in it when it comes out for the acura rl in 2010
Specs:

Mugen MF408S engine
Debuting in the 2002 ALMS (American Le Mans Series), this 4 liter V8 engine has seen action every year since then. In 2004, it was used in the JGTC Series by the VEMAC RD408R GT500 class racing machine.
Specs for the MF408S in the VEMAC RD408R

<LI itxtvisited="1">Layout: 90 degree V8 Naturally Aspirated <LI itxtvisited="1">Displacement: 4000cc <LI itxtvisited="1">Horsepower: 590hp / 9500rpm <LI itxtvisited="1">torque: 383lb/ft / 7500rpm <LI itxtvisited="1">Restrictor: 33.4mm x2 or 46.8mm x1 <LI itxtvisited="1">Clutch: Carbon 4 plate <LI itxtvisited="1">length: 559mm <LI itxtvisited="1">width: 720mm <LI itxtvisited="1">height: 577mm
weight: 131kg

js1 · 10-09-2008, 04:19 PM

I'm with the Soundman, an inline 6 would be my ideal engine. Perfectly balanced and screaming towards an 8,000+ redline would suit a roadster. Although I am very interested in the tasty v8 in the above picture. I really hope they don't put the V6 in. I hope Honda keeps future S series about HP/Liter and low weight.

Vezna31 · 10-09-2008, 06:52 PM

Yeah...great suggestion, Soundman!

Bronxbomber9009 · 10-10-2008, 11:14 AM

Man Why does Honda always have to change a good ting... the s2000 is a perfectly balanced roadter with the heart adn soul of a true sports car. i hate the idea of my dream car dying. but in any case i hope they keep at least a 4 cylinder in it... Although i doubt it would tote that big heavey body.

makopolo · 10-10-2008, 11:21 AM

I think to keep sales up they might have to restyle the car. But if you think about current markets, they are not going to aim for high end super powerful cars, so I think they are better of marketing this as a high output 4cyl that it is. I think vtec is a great way to get good gas millage and still make the power when u need it. It would also make sense to FI if they can guarantee the reliability.

TheSoundMan21 · 10-10-2008, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vezna31

Article mentions a V-6. They would be much smarter to go with an inline 6.

I was only +1in what Vezna said.
But if they dont stick with the 120hp per liter im out. Thats the main reason why I got this car. Nothings so cool than to beat a 5.0 and have him pull up and you telling him its only a 2.0. Maybe a 2.5 inline 6? or a 3.0 but then your hitting on BMW land there. But heck BMW and Honda are awesome engineers. (If they truly try.)

Neil · 10-10-2008, 06:27 PM

All I can say........If its a Honda ..Its gonna be good !
Honda continues to improve.....this new version will definatly be an upgrade. Like a Boxter to a 911.

Neil

warshan · 10-10-2008, 07:29 PM

I wouldn't worry too much about the looks. The S2000 as a concept was not that good of a looking car either.

Once the marketing people get a hold of the design, it will be a much better car.

Honda seems to be the only manufacture that improves the model as years pass. Most do something call de-contenting. Initial the car is fully optioned out, as years go by, items are removed from the design.

10-08-2008, 04:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
Old Guy Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Hillsboro, OR Posts: 32	2011 S3000 This may be old news to some, so I apologize in advance if it is. I bought the November issue of Road & Track this monrning and the cover is an illustration of an S3000 concept. "Leaner, Meaner, and Greener" There is a short artcle and a couple more photos. As I write this I'm in an airport working my way home. I'll scan the pics and post them on Thursday if anyone is interested. Pretty bitchin' ride. __________________

10-08-2008, 04:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
RL1924 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 569	Ill help you out.... http://www.roadandtrack.com/article....rticle_id=7109 As much as i would like to see it come out.... I dont want to have the OLD body style!!! __________________

10-08-2008, 04:49 PM	#3 (permalink)
JDMzimbo s2k4life Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Boerne, Texas Posts: 249	If it ever comes out, that will be my next car __________________ Mods: Mugen front bumper Skunk2 dual exhaust Invidia test pipe cel fix AEM CAI

10-08-2008, 05:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
RL1924 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 569	Ya see thats the same boat im in... except i cant afford it lol __________________

10-08-2008, 05:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
leahysailor Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 255	I'm not sold on the body style, it looks like a 350z and an eclipse had sex with a solara and thats what popped out. __________________ "'Poor People have been voting for democrats for the last 50 years and they are still poor." Charles Barkley

10-08-2008, 06:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
J'sS2K The Car Camera Mount Guy Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 830	Nah, it looks AWESOME!!! __________________ 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 are on your own!

10-08-2008, 06:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
s2000isu Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: pa Posts: 1,180	I agree solara written all over it. My next car will not be a honda __________________ S2kx2: "paint it pink! Or better yet buy a Miata" 2001 Vortech SC 12.8 at 111 miles per hour

10-08-2008, 07:49 PM	#9 (permalink)
s2000isu Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: pa Posts: 1,180	Why the prius, because im already used to torque less little fart cans? __________________ S2kx2: "paint it pink! Or better yet buy a Miata" 2001 Vortech SC 12.8 at 111 miles per hour

10-08-2008, 07:54 PM	#11 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 2,814	I have a long time to wait until I even BEGIN to think about that car.... IF it will even exist. __________________ 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.

10-08-2008, 08:15 PM	#12 (permalink)
s2000isu Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: pa Posts: 1,180	Dunno prolly nothing for a longgggg time prolly gonna drive junk and keep the s2000 as a track car. If I had my way id be in a m3 I am really digging the new mustangs too or maybe a 350z or the new sti is awesome but that s whatever is not even close to being on the radar of anything I would possibly save my pennies for. __________________ S2kx2: "paint it pink! Or better yet buy a Miata" 2001 Vortech SC 12.8 at 111 miles per hour

10-09-2008, 12:21 AM	#13 (permalink)
SilverS2K422 B.A.M.F. Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 580	its kinda cool lookin but you all know it prolly wont look very much like the concept __________________

10-09-2008, 12:27 AM	#14 (permalink)
s2kx2 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 390	No matter what, when or if Honda comes out with a "replacement" for the S2000, I will not buy it. I am completely smitten with the S2000 as is and (in my not so humble opinion) ... NOTHING CAN TAKE THE PLACE of the AP-1, AP-2 or CR! This little roadster along with the NSX will be Hondas Legacy Vehicles. Like I said, not so humble. __________________ "Political Correctness is a pathetically ignorant doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical, liberal minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous agenda filled revisionist mainstream media, which holds forth fallacy as fact that it is entirely possible to pick up a piece of shit by the clean end."

10-09-2008, 12:49 AM	#15 (permalink)
SilverS2K422 B.A.M.F. Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 580	good point but your not the first who has been loyal to a certain body style of a car until they come out with somthin cooler and faster, you'll prolly change your mind __________________

10-09-2008, 09:39 AM	#16 (permalink)
Vezna31 Resident Track Whore :) Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chula Vista, CA Posts: 1,285	Article mentions a V-6. They would be much smarter to go with an inline 6. __________________ Vezna Financial Services - For mortgages, accounting and taxes, and phone service needs. http://www.vezna.com San Diego Car Club - http://www.sdcarclub.com

10-09-2008, 11:09 AM	#17 (permalink)
TheSoundMan21 Village Pyro Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 1,042	vtec inline 6 dude that would be awesome. __________________ If you want to avoid toil, check your God Blessed OIL.

10-09-2008, 12:24 PM	#20 (permalink)
mike_s_0802 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sarasota, Fl Posts: 183	I will just take mine and put the v8 in it when it comes out for the acura rl in 2010 Specs: Mugen MF408S engine Debuting in the 2002 ALMS (American Le Mans Series), this 4 liter V8 engine has seen action every year since then. In 2004, it was used in the JGTC Series by the VEMAC RD408R GT500 class racing machine. Specs for the MF408S in the VEMAC RD408R <LI itxtvisited="1">Layout: 90 degree V8 Naturally Aspirated <LI itxtvisited="1">Displacement: 4000cc <LI itxtvisited="1">Horsepower: 590hp / 9500rpm <LI itxtvisited="1">torque: 383lb/ft / 7500rpm <LI itxtvisited="1">Restrictor: 33.4mm x2 or 46.8mm x1 <LI itxtvisited="1">Clutch: Carbon 4 plate <LI itxtvisited="1">length: 559mm <LI itxtvisited="1">width: 720mm <LI itxtvisited="1">height: 577mm weight: 131kg

10-09-2008, 04:19 PM	#21 (permalink)
js1 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Burlingame, CA Posts: 86	I'm with the Soundman, an inline 6 would be my ideal engine. Perfectly balanced and screaming towards an 8,000+ redline would suit a roadster. Although I am very interested in the tasty v8 in the above picture. I really hope they don't put the V6 in. I hope Honda keeps future S series about HP/Liter and low weight. __________________ Cars: 2007 S2000 2009 Acura TSX 2005 MB E55 AMG 1969 Chevelle SS 1965 Porsche 356c

10-09-2008, 06:52 PM	#22 (permalink)
Vezna31 Resident Track Whore :) Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chula Vista, CA Posts: 1,285	Yeah...great suggestion, Soundman! __________________ Vezna Financial Services - For mortgages, accounting and taxes, and phone service needs. http://www.vezna.com San Diego Car Club - http://www.sdcarclub.com

10-10-2008, 11:14 AM	#23 (permalink)
Bronxbomber9009 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: GA Posts: 158	Man Why does Honda always have to change a good ting... the s2000 is a perfectly balanced roadter with the heart adn soul of a true sports car. i hate the idea of my dream car dying. but in any case i hope they keep at least a 4 cylinder in it... Although i doubt it would tote that big heavey body. __________________ Young S2K.

10-10-2008, 11:21 AM	#24 (permalink)
makopolo needs to graduate Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 215	I think to keep sales up they might have to restyle the car. But if you think about current markets, they are not going to aim for high end super powerful cars, so I think they are better of marketing this as a high output 4cyl that it is. I think vtec is a great way to get good gas millage and still make the power when u need it. It would also make sense to FI if they can guarantee the reliability.

10-10-2008, 06:27 PM	#26 (permalink)
Neil Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,032	All I can say........If its a Honda ..Its gonna be good ! Honda continues to improve.....this new version will definatly be an upgrade. Like a Boxter to a 911. Neil

10-10-2008, 07:29 PM	#27 (permalink)
warshan Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Edmonton, AB, CANADA Posts: 25	I wouldn't worry too much about the looks. The S2000 as a concept was not that good of a looking car either. Once the marketing people get a hold of the design, it will be a much better car. Honda seems to be the only manufacture that improves the model as years pass. Most do something call de-contenting. Initial the car is fully optioned out, as years go by, items are removed from the design. __________________ 2002 S. Blue /Blue S2000 1991 Red / Black NSX