If you’re going to change the oil and filter, make sure you torque the filter to spec. I know I sound nuts, but these engines have a resonance which loosens the filter if only hand tight. Been there, done that, had a small fire!
You're correct, the water marks on the rear lights are on the inside. The foam seals between them and the frame perish and you get condensation inside. Might be able to get them out with a bit of distilled water swilled around inside, otherwise you'll need to heat and break the seals between the clear element and backing to clean them. The foam seals are cheap to get new, or you could make some yourself. Agree with others' comments on removing the arch guards and checking the drain tubes are clear. Those window seals at the top of the door are extremely expensive from Honda, typically £100+ EACH. Honda parts prices in general can be eye watering these days. You can get very good quality 'Honda Access Mats' from Cox Honda, they are £200+ for a set mind so not one for a budget.
Absolutely love the S2000. Had one when I was 23 and it was amazing. Top tip, the exact same rip in the roof happened to mine right down near the bodywork. I had a repair done and it came apart after about a month. New roof was the only option.
The underside of that S2000 is very clean. Worth giving the sills a good grind back and painting before any kind of underseal. Definitely remove the rear arch ribber strips and inspect carefully including the previous repair. Rear number plate recess brackets always rot off, most people seal the recess to the bumper
Thanks for the tips. Took the bumper off today and the rear plate bracket was mostly rust! Any idea why its a seperate piece and not just part of the main bumper?
I had a little bit of bubbling on the lower rear offside arch when I bought mine,. £4.5k later because it turned out that was only the beginning. Two new inner arches on both sides. New outer arch for the offside. Then everything was cleaned up underside and treated. My camber and caster nuts are seized on the offside too. Horrible job. Luckily seized in the correct positions so was to get the alignment setup. Another common issue. £1.5k to sort.
New soft top - look up Jack R Smith motor trimmers, Swansea. Used to be able to get a new soft top for an MR2 there (fitted) for £300, I believe its around £350 now. He does other cars too which I believe includes S2000...
You won’t find a more cost effective solution, a new hood would give it a real lift and the seller will easily get more uplift in price than the roof will cost. He does have pretty long waiting lists though, but you might get lucky with a cancellation.
Yes would recommend also Raymond Pugh LTD Swansea. Used him for hood on my second S2000. £330 in 2020. The dealers here in Salisbury, couldn’t believe it, they were quoting ~700. Asked me to come back with the top done, the whole workshop came out and inspected. They were duly impressed. Hope he’s still going. Really is a back street/ rear garage affair. Brilliant.
Jack Smith is apparently getting tired of servicing us S2000 owners, we're too 'fussy' or something along those lines. I think he outright turned someone down recently
@@RoadandRacetv there are many different kits on Amazon, I think mine was the leather sofa company or something but they are all similar. Time to do it depends on the repair size and access but it’s basically glueing a canvas to the back of the damaged area, then add a rubber filler and then colour it. Took me about an hour on a hole the size of a 50p. Many vids on here to show how they work but none on car channels so could get u some views!
Try waterspot remover you will be surprised how waterspots can appear to be on the inside but are on the outside, any waterspot remover or limescale remover, ive got to say i do find your intro and commentry abit cheesy, you sound like top gear is about to start lol i hate that personally lol
Get rid of the weather strips around the rear arches. Does nothing but cause rot in the arches. Only Achilles heel of an S2k is rust!
Good idea. Will do.
@@RoadandRacetv Great idea, strIps are going away.
If you’re going to change the oil and filter, make sure you torque the filter to spec. I know I sound nuts, but these engines have a resonance which loosens the filter if only hand tight. Been there, done that, had a small fire!
The tire may have enough tread depth but, you need to check the manufacture date as well.
Thanks, yes they were made last year.
You're correct, the water marks on the rear lights are on the inside. The foam seals between them and the frame perish and you get condensation inside. Might be able to get them out with a bit of distilled water swilled around inside, otherwise you'll need to heat and break the seals between the clear element and backing to clean them. The foam seals are cheap to get new, or you could make some yourself.
Agree with others' comments on removing the arch guards and checking the drain tubes are clear.
Those window seals at the top of the door are extremely expensive from Honda, typically £100+ EACH. Honda parts prices in general can be eye watering these days.
You can get very good quality 'Honda Access Mats' from Cox Honda, they are £200+ for a set mind so not one for a budget.
You are very thorough with your projects. I liked the one on the 350z. Haven’t looked at the boxer yet but will.
Absolutely love the S2000. Had one when I was 23 and it was amazing.
Top tip, the exact same rip in the roof happened to mine right down near the bodywork. I had a repair done and it came apart after about a month. New roof was the only option.
Thanks for sharing, new roof it is then!
Really happy that you bought it. 👍
The underside of that S2000 is very clean. Worth giving the sills a good grind back and painting before any kind of underseal. Definitely remove the rear arch ribber strips and inspect carefully including the previous repair. Rear number plate recess brackets always rot off, most people seal the recess to the bumper
Thanks for the tips. Took the bumper off today and the rear plate bracket was mostly rust! Any idea why its a seperate piece and not just part of the main bumper?
Its gonna be expensive,..... roof..seats...bodywork...
worth it..?
plenty s2000 available for sale....
excellent vid Neil
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i'm worryed about whats under that floormat. Normaly an S2000 floor dousn't look like that. Greetz from Holland!
I'm not a fan of lanoguard .. much prefer the Bilt Hamber products
Liked it before video started. Can’t go wrong with a S2000 👌
Legend!
I had a little bit of bubbling on the lower rear offside arch when I bought mine,. £4.5k later because it turned out that was only the beginning. Two new inner arches on both sides. New outer arch for the offside. Then everything was cleaned up underside and treated.
My camber and caster nuts are seized on the offside too. Horrible job. Luckily seized in the correct positions so was to get the alignment setup. Another common issue. £1.5k to sort.
Sorry to hear about all the rust. Do you still have it?
I do. Love it.
Take the valve cover off. Strip it, and paint with honda red crinkle paint. Easy to do, and really makes the engine bay look great.
Thanks. What should I use to strip it?
@@RoadandRacetv A strip tease ?
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@@RoadandRacetv A strip tease.
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@@RoadandRacetv A strip tease. 😁
@@RoadandRacetv A strip tease. 😁
KEEP THE ORIGINAL DEALER NO PLATES!!!!!! SOOOOOOO NICE TO SEE!!!!
New soft top - look up Jack R Smith motor trimmers, Swansea. Used to be able to get a new soft top for an MR2 there (fitted) for £300, I believe its around £350 now. He does other cars too which I believe includes S2000...
Cheers. Will give him a call.
You won’t find a more cost effective solution, a new hood would give it a real lift and the seller will easily get more uplift in price than the roof will cost. He does have pretty long waiting lists though, but you might get lucky with a cancellation.
Yes would recommend also Raymond Pugh LTD Swansea. Used him for hood on my second S2000. £330 in 2020. The dealers here in Salisbury, couldn’t believe it, they were quoting ~700. Asked me to come back with the top done, the whole workshop came out and inspected. They were duly impressed. Hope he’s still going. Really is a back street/ rear garage affair. Brilliant.
Jack Smith is apparently getting tired of servicing us S2000 owners, we're too 'fussy' or something along those lines. I think he outright turned someone down recently
Wheeler dealers did one of these and they got the rocker cover done looked factory when finished
Just took a look at my 05 car. Seems like those locking wheel nuts are OE.
Thanks.
Try a leather repair kit for the drivers seat. Not easy to do but would make a good video and I’m sure a man of ur talents can do it - I managed it!
Great idea. Thanks. How long did it take you? What brand of kit did you use please?
@@RoadandRacetv there are many different kits on Amazon, I think mine was the leather sofa company or something but they are all similar. Time to do it depends on the repair size and access but it’s basically glueing a canvas to the back of the damaged area, then add a rubber filler and then colour it. Took me about an hour on a hole the size of a 50p. Many vids on here to show how they work but none on car channels so could get u some views!
Will you let us know when it's being sold ?
Indeed!
Make sure your roof drain channels are clear. Often clog up.
Good tip!
@@RoadandRacetv any other advice you need let me know. I've done most things to my S2K.
Cheeres mate. Will do.
Personally i would try to buy it off him, then Repair it yourself and Flip-it.
Try waterspot remover you will be surprised how waterspots can appear to be on the inside but are on the outside, any waterspot remover or limescale remover, ive got to say i do find your intro and commentry abit cheesy, you sound like top gear is about to start lol i hate that personally lol
its worth about $10,000
Not sure it's worth saving
U wot?
Driver’s door crunch is most likely the check strap
Thanks. Is it usually repairable or do I need a new one?
It’s often just that the fixings have worked loose. Tighten them up on the door and door pillar and you’ve probably cured it - good luck.