whitebrad

so, i have been thinking of possibly buying a used car. my choices are now between an s2000, probably an ap1, or an rx8. love the high redlines....i have experience driving a manual and these will not be my first cars....just looking for input on both bits of machinery, including known problems etc. etc. thanks for your help guys and im looking forward to possibly being a member of the community

2tone

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SayNoToPistons

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whitebrad

ya uh thanks for your helpful input...
and my name is brad white. so i just did that for the user name

04Green

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Only problem I see with the S2000 is that they are really hard to get off the front of the car at the track. You really have to scrub.

For data, see the links in sig.

2tone

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SEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRRRCH

There are literally hundreds of threads about everything you're asking. we can be a very welcoming bunch, but some pointless post of 'uh what's good or bad about this car' just annoys everyone. if you have a specific question, ask us, there are extremely helpful and knowledgeable people here, otherwise use the search box or look at the stickies. good luck.

The Reverend

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sup brad! thanks for looking into this car

please do a quick search of the forums and check out all the stickies, once you read everything you will have a good idea what the rx8 is all about then you can come back with any questions you may have

probly do the same on some s2k forums as well.

The Reverend

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yo 2tone come back do you want some forgestars still

whitebrad

see guys, i have a friend that has an rx8 and another with an s2k, so more or less im wanting your input. not asking what is better or worse on stat sheets...so research is maybe not the best. new to the forum, just trying to get some feel of what it is like as an owner of the rx8 when it stands next to other cars..

2tone

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ha ha much nicer response!

ha ha wtf man, i'm here i'm here!! yes, but i be'z broke. i thought you re-fell in love with them!

thanks for clarifying...they are very similar cars dynamics wise...start with the main difference...do you want a convertible 2-seater or do you have use for 2 pretty useable back seats + trunk? both are handling-oriented cars that will not kick you in the butt accelerating.

whitebrad

ya, im aware they are quick, but they were both purpose built with the track and twisties in mind.
and honestly, i like convertables, insurance is not an issue so it wouldnt stop me, but i could live without one. and as far as the seats i guess the same goes. and in regards to the trunk i was pleasantly suprised at the trunk space provided from the smaller s2k

FoxeyL8y

go test drive both. buy the one you love.

The Reverend

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i likes em 2tone but want somethin different kinda idk

whitebrad

well thanks for the input and help with my fairly annoying question

2tone

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i would normally agree, but he has friends with both of them, so surely he's at least gone for a drive in them... i'm not really sure how to help from here...

ha ha, i hear ya. i'd love having a set of black rims to go with the bronze i have now. i'm saving up for a certain piece of jewelry right now though

2tone

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lol. they're both great cars. honestly i'm just glad you're here asking about the s2000 and not the z!

The Reverend

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NOOOOOOOOOO say it aint so

2tone

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ha which part? marriage, this threadjack, or being too broke to buy your rims??

The Reverend

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hahah the marriage mostly but we should probly end the threadjack

if you ever come out again and hang out with atilla i wanna meet you lol

2tone

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yea man, atilla was awesome; maybe we'll make it out there one day again...maybe drive the 8 out!! pm me about your wheels.

@ brad - keep posting comments or questions if you think of anything, i just don't really know how to help at this point...