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Miami Herald
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
11 Cars That Need To Be Added To Gran Turismo 7 ASAP
As a loyal and avid fanatic of the Gran Turismo racing video game franchise, having played the legendary driving simulator since the release of its second instalment way back in 1999, it's a video game that holds a dear place deep within my heart. Even today, Gran Turismo 7 remains one of the only video games I still play, and is one of my favorite racing games of all time. Despite the commendable achievements and my lengthy seat time in other racing games such as Forza Motorsport, Forza Horizon, Test Drive Unlimited 2, Need For Speed instalments, Assetto Corsa, Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition, Midnight Club: LA, Driver San Fransisco, and many more, no racing game has ever captivated my attention as much as Gran Turismo 7 has. With its immersive attention to detail, gorgeous visuals, well-curated track selection and vibrant car list, it's the only game that can truly scratch my itch to go for a drive as much as actually heading out for a drive–something I am extremely gracious to have discovered considering how expensive gas and insurance can be. Polyphony Digital released Gran Turismo 7 way back in 2022, and with consistent free updates being rolled out on an almost-monthly basis, its car list is ever-growing. Despite this, many longtime fans of the iconic franchise remain vocal that the game's vehicle selection lacks the diversity found in past Gran Turismo instalments. In Gran Turismo 6, Polyphony's developers employed a two-tier model system, including "detailed cars" and "simple cars," which allowed the game to feature over 1,200 unique vehicles, compared to just over 400 vehicles contained within Gran Turismo 7. Although Polyphony made the intentional and frankly commendable decision to drop "standard cars" from the game in an effort to provide more focused attention to detail for the vehicles that are included and to maximize beautification, many of the "detailed cars" from Gran Turismo 6 are still missing from the franchise's seventh and most recent instalment, despite having high-quality models and brand licensing rights. Although there are more than just fifteen examples of "detailed cars" in GT6 that didn't make the cut for GT7, the following fifteen cars are the ones we miss the most, in no particular order. Packing 217 horsepower made from a naturally-aspirated K20A 2.0-liter four-cylinder with an 8,400 rpm redline, it's genuinely surprising that the 2004 Integra Type R has yet to see the light of day in Gran Turismo 7, especially considering the massive popularity of the Integra Type R's previous generation within the game. Despite its front-wheel drive mechanicals, the Integra Type R earned its reputation for its rear-wheel drive-esque handling dynamics, light and balanced weight, and its sprightly, high-revving powertrain. Although you'll be able to find the 1999 Honda S2000 (AP1) occasionally in Gran Turismo 7's used car dealership, the updated, larger-displacement 2006 Honda S2000 (AP2) is absent in the game, despite its availability as a "detailed car" in Gran Turismo 6. With a 2.2-liter displacement, the AP2 Honda S2000 drops its redline from 9,000 rpm to just 8,000 rpm, but packs 235 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque beneath its bonnet. Power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission, making a perfect platform to toss around a truck in Gran Turismo or to modify into a precision track machine. With a fierce, growling supercharged 5.0-liter V8 under the hood producing up to 542 horsepower, the 2011 Jaguar XKR-S is a serious high-performance machine that even gives far more expensive Aston Martins a run for their money. Thankfully, for now, the Jaguar F-Type R satiates our thirst for supercharged V8 Jaguar goodness in Gran Turismo 7, but we think the hardened, track-focused XKR-S would look fantastic alongside its baby brother in GT7's lauded photo mode. With its screaming, 661-horsepower naturally-aspirated 6.5-liter V12, the 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce seems like it would be an ideal addition to Gran Turismo 7. Although the game features the standard variant of the Lamborghini Murcielago and the SuperVeloce variant of the more recent Aventador, the striking hues of the Murcielago SV's vibrant paint colours and the polarizing screech of its high-strung V12 are sorely missed. The 2007 Lexus IS F is what happens when you cross precision Japanese engineering with the brute force of a V8 muscle car and the agile dynamics of a compact sport sedan. A cult classic in its own right, powered by a naturally-aspirated, 416-horsepower 5.0-liter V8, paired with rear-wheel drive, seems like the perfect recipe for an in-game BMW M3 fighter. Using a recipe akin to that of the timelessly iconic Shelby Cobra, the Aston Martin V12 Vantage stuffs a massive, 6.0-liter V12 into a small sports car chassis originally designed for a much smaller, 4.3-liter V8. With supercar-like horsepower and agile dynamics, the V12 Vantage can be quite a handful on a racetrack–exactly what longtime Gran Turismo players pine for. Sure, calculated and tame racing cars offer drivers precision tools for record lap times, but sometimes players just want something unhinged to challenge their own abilities. We'd love to see this hardcore machine in Gran Turismo 7 soon. The inclusion of the ever-iconic Mazda MX-5 in the Gran Turismo franchise seems inevitable, but Gran Turismo 7 seems to lack many variants of the MX-5 that seem like no-brainers to add into the game. Without the MX-5's second, NB generation, without the latest, ND-generation MX-5's 2.0-liter powered variant, and without the MX-5's third, NC generation, MX-5 buyers get the short end of the stick when they power up their PlayStations. One of the most insane performance station wagons of all time, the 2008 Audi RS 6 Avant saw a twin-turbocharged, 5.0-liter V10 shoehorned into the front of a luxurious family estate car. With the recent additions of other family-friendly vehicles such as the Honda CR-V, Toyota C-HR, and the Mazda CX-30, one would think that a 580-horsepower, turbocharged V10-powered station wagon would be a better fit for a racing game franchise that wants to include family cars. Only time will tell if we'll ever see this monster in another Gran Turismo game. A favourite amongst AMG fanatics, the naturally-aspirated 6.2-liter V8-powered 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG seems like it should be an obvious addition to Gran Turismo 7, combining the brute force of a 451-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 with the oversteer-happy dynamics of the W204-generation Mercedes C-Class. Perhaps one day we'll be blessed with this brute in the virtual world of Gran Turismo once again, or better yet, the ferocious C63 AMG Black Series coupe. Something of a high-water mark for the performance sedan, the 2008 BMW M5 paired a mid-size executive sedan with a high-strung, 500-horsepower, naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V10 and rear-wheel drive. Although the BMW M5 (E60) came equipped with BMW's notoriously finicky SMG-II sequential transmission, North American buyers had the option for a more traditional six-speed manual transmission–a recipe that resulted in one of the most beloved sport sedans of all time, and its appreciating market values are beginning to reflect this feat. Please, Polyphony, hear our cries, and bless us with this true God amongst mere sport sedan mongrels. A Pininfarina-penned masterpiece, Ferrari's 599 GTB is a fine example of the Italian legacy marque's excellence in crafting extraordinarily beautiful V12-powered Grand Tourers. And, well, isn't that precisely what Gran Turismo is all about? Although the gorgeous Ferrari F12 has been included in GT7 since day one, and the polarizing 812 Superfast recently made its in-game debut last month with the game's most recent update, we'd love to see the 599 included to further complete the Ferrari V12 Grand Tourer lineage in the racing game. As Polyphony Digital rolls out occasional updates containing oddball vehicles like kei trucks and mundane crossovers like the Toyota C-HR and Honda CR-V, fans are left wondering why we're given access to hybrid SUVs and diesel-powered Unimogs when iconic performance cars like the ones mentioned here are being withheld. Hopefully, Polyphony Digital will hear our cries and grant us more performance-oriented modern classics instead of dull crossovers and other vehicles that seem genuinely out of place in a game that brands itself as the ultimate racing simulator. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
GMA Network
08-06-2025
- Automotive
- GMA Network
12 smuggled cars from US intercepted by Customs in Manila port
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) over the weekend said it intercepted two shipments allegedly containing 12 smuggled motor vehicles from the United States that were misdeclared as 'assorted car accessories and supply' in the Port of Manila. According to the BOC, the two shipments contained four 2000 Honda Civic units, three 1998 Honda Civic units, one 1996 Acura Integra, one 1999 Honda Civic, one 2022 Honda S2000, one 2004 Honda S2000, and one 2007 Mini Cooper S. The BOC said the estimated value of the shipment is P10.8 million. The shipments which arrived at the Manila International Container Port (MICP) were consigned to Danesh Consumer Goods Trading from the United States, and were found to have 12 motor vehicles after being subjected to x-ray imaging after the BOC received information that these were misdeclared and undeclared items. 'We had solid information that these shipments may be smuggling motor vehicles into our country under the guise of importing car accessories and parts,' BOC deputy commissioner Juvymax Uy said in a statement. 'The bureau will file the appropriate cases and make sure that these organizations will be held responsible. The BOC is not beating around the bush. We have an all-hands-on-deck approach and we are ready to use all our resources — both technical and technology — to get to the bottom of these smuggling activities,' BOC commissioner Bienvenido Rubio said. The BOC — mandated to supervise and control the clearance of vessels and aircraft engaged in foreign commerce — is tasked to collect nearly P1.06 trillion this year. —Jon Viktor Cabuenas/RF, GMA Integrated News
Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Top 10 convertibles selling for under £10k this summer including iconic Porsche, stylish Mercedes & ‘rare' BMW
One car was made famous by a huge Hollywood movie TOP OFF Top 10 convertibles selling for under £10k this summer including iconic Porsche, stylish Mercedes & 'rare' BMW Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE BEST convertibles selling for under £10,000 have been revealed. The list, compiled by the BBC's hit motoring show Top Gear, includes a stunning Mercedes and one iconic Porsche. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 13 Brits are flocking to dealerships to buy convertibles for the summer Credit: Getty 13 Top Gear have compiled a list of the best convertibles for under £10,000 Credit: Getty Images Experts from the driving show have scoured the internet for the best deals, as Brits flock to dealerships to pick up convertibles this summer. Each price is based on a real-life example of each car that is currently on sale right now. 13 The Lotus Elan SE Turbo is perfect for the summer Credit: Top Gear Lotus Elan SE Turbo The Lotus Elan SE Turbo is a sporty, two-seater first produced in 1989. A second generation of the car hit the road in the mid-1990s and became known for its incredible handling. This incredible car is on sale for just £6,950 on Ebay and comes in a gorgeous red colour. With a manual roof that can be easily retracted, it's perfect for the summer. 13 The German-made Porsche Boxster is a particularly glamorous car Credit: Top Gear Porsche Boxster S (986) The Porsche Boxster S is one of the most iconic cars to be produced by the German manufacturer. Fitted with a glamorous black shell, heated seats and 18 inch alloys, the car is both stylish and sturdy. On sale for £9,999, it is one of the pricier motors on the list but it is also one of the chicest. 13 The Alfa Romeo Spider was made famous by a classic Hollywood movie Credit: Top Gear Alfa Romeo Spider (916) For decades, the Spider was one of Alfa Romeo's flagship cars. Made famous by the 1967 film The Graduate, the Spider has a place in Hollywood history. The model is a two-seater vehicle, which has been described as both 'reliable and stylish'. It's on the market for £7,500 meaning you can take the fancy car home without breaking the bank. 13 The Mercedes-Benz SL500 can reach 155mph Credit: Top Gear Mercedes-Benz SL500 (R129) The Mercedes-Benz SL500 can hit 62mph in just 6.5 seconds and can reach top speeds of 155mph. It is propelled by a 5-0 litre V8 engine and comes fitted with luxurious leather seats. The motor, which is on sale for £9,995, also has climate control - meaning you can enjoy it in the winter and in the summer. 13 The Honda S2000 is one of the cheaper cars on the list Credit: Top Gear Honda S2000 Described by Top Gear as 'punchy, rev-happy and incredibly reliable', the Honda S2000 is a very powerful motor. It is also one of the cheaper vehicles on the list, coming in at just £6000 - making it almost £3000 less than the most expensive car on Top Gear's list. Some models have been fitted with customised parts, including a bigger 2.4 litre K24 unit - which boosts the car's power - and revised drop links. 13 The BMW 318i is designed for taking it easy Credit: Top Gear BMW 318i The BMW 318i is a convertible designed more for cruising than racing. The vehicle has a 1.8L and is quintessentially 1990s, with its iconic shape. It's also one of the rarer cars on the road, with only 50 being produced in a luxurious green. 13 The Jaguar XJS is a huge car Credit: Top Gear Jaguar XJS The Jaguar XJS has a massive 5,300 ccm engine meaning the convertible is one of the biggest on the list. Fitted with cushioned seats and sophisticated wood finishes, it's a car designed for tarvelling in style. Coming in at £9,995, it is one of the more expensive motors but it makes up for its cost through the huge amount of leg room in the front seats. 13 The Mazda MX-5 is one of the most beloved cars on the road Credit: Top Gear Mazda MX-5 (NA) The Mazda MX-5 was designed according to its manufacturer's Jinba Ittai philosophy - the belief that a car should be an extension of its driver. Lightweight, fast and stylish, the MX-5 is one of the most beloved cars on the road. It costs just £8,250 to pick up this piece of motor history when buying secondhand but MX-5s are known to sell quickly so you'll have to hurry before another car lover snaps it up. 13 The TVR Chimaera is a British classic Credit: Top Gear TVR Chimaera The TVR Chimaera is as loud as the mythical beast from which it gets its name. However, it's actually an incredibly gentle ride with a 4.0 litre Rover V8 engine. The motor was produced from 1992 and 2003 and has remained legendary ever since. It costs £8,995 to pick up a second-hand Chimaera. 13 The Chevrolet Corvette is truly a unique car Credit: Top Gear The Chevrolet Corvette This incredible car might look like something from a science-fiction movie, but the 1980s Chevrolet Corvette is a certified classic. Its 5.7 litre engine packs a huge punch and has a detachable roof for when the weather heats up. This motor actually costs £12,250 to buy second-hand but sellers have been known to drop the price for the right offer.
Motor Trend
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
Three For the Road: 2004 Honda S2000 vs. Mazda RX-8 and Nissan 350Z
[Editor's Note: This story first appeared in the March 2004 issue of MotorTrend] There was a time when sport coupes filled this magazine's pages. For example, our July 1995 issue featured a shootout with a Honda Prelude VTEC, Toyota MR2 Turbo, Nissan 300ZX Turbo, Chevrolet Camaro, Mitsubishi 3000 GT VR-4, Pontiac Trans Am, Toyota Supra Turbo, and Mazda RX-7 R2, among others. Where are they now? Within just a few years of that test, all would disappear outright or withdraw from our market. Jump to 2004, and, suddenly, coupes and convertibles are back with a vengeance. Why? Besides a worldwide economic upturn, the cars themselves have come down in absolute and relative price, fuel consumption and performance are better--as are emissions--and, believe it or not, the cars are a whole lot easier to drive and to live with. 0:00 / 0:00 Sure, the Corvette's and Porsche 911's flames burn steadily, but who would've expected a Pontiac GTO, Chrysler Crossfire, the return of the BMW 6 Series, Nissan's Z car, or even the rotary-powered RX-8? The three front-engine rear-drive sports cars we selected for this test implicitly and explicitly promise a rewarding driving experience. Yet each delivers it in a fundamentally different way. The much-revised-for-2004 Honda S2000 is a lightweight, inline-four-cylinder screamer with one foot in the traditionalist drop-top two-seater past and the other in the high-tech high-revving present. Mazda's all-new RX-8 bucks the status quo with a twin-rotor Wankel engine (the first here since the RX-7 departed in the 1995 model year), unique styling, and useful "freestyle" rear half-doors--allowing passengers actually to use those rear seats. Finally, the brisk-selling 2004 Nissan 350Z two-seater appeals to the driver's senses with its edgy looks, muscular V-6, engrossing sound, and quick reflexes, particularly in the Track Model we test here. Which is best for you? Is performance a priority at all costs? Do you need to accommodate more than one passenger? How important is styling on your wish list? We've run our usual battery of instrumented track tests, but to help rank these three, we've dissected each of their abilities to go, stop, and corner with three additional analyses: Motor Trend's Figure-Eight, a step-steer reaction test, and an examination of how and when each makes its horsepower and torque over the entire rev range. The list of revisions and improvements to the Honda S2000 for the 2004 model year is substantial and does much to soften the car's sharp edges--but those edges are still there. The less-frenetic character of the 10-percent-larger engine (to 2.2 liters) is complemented by a kinder, gentler suspension and taller, wider tires. A new brake-pad material takes full advantage of larger tire contact patches and gives better feel. Further, the direct-link gearbox has a wider spread of ratios, and carbon-fiber replaces brass in forward synchronizers for improved shifting action--if that's possible. A limited-slip differential quells nervousness in low-grip or limit-handling maneuvers. The 2004 S2000's stiffer body structure, new, more aggressive appearance, and interior revisions give the car a more grownup demeanor. We love the look and feel of the intimate cockpit and especially enjoy the headrest-mounted speakers and new XM Radio option. This remains a focused, committed sports car. Despite or perhaps because of its newfound "civilization" program and a slight weight gain, the 2004 S2000 produces performance numbers only marginally diminished from what they used to be. Honda figures giving up a small measure of performance for a noticeably less-taxing experience will drive more buyers. What once felt like a club racer with a license plate has been brought only a bit closer to the sweet spot of what most people would consider an acceptable daily driver. However, driving all three of our competitors back to back, the S2000's comfort-be-damned mission continues to shine through. The S2000 still demands a certain buyer with very little luggage who values sport over everyday liveability. You don't so much drive the S2000 as wear it or ride it. It's the kind of car you'd love to find yourself in on California's coastal Highway 1 an hour before sunset with the guarantee of grippy, dry pavement and no highway patrolmen--but how often does that happen? If you currently own a motorcycle and are looking to come out of the cold, this is the perfect car. From the first moment behind the wheel of the Nissan 350Z, we got the distinct feeling it was the heavyweight of this threesome. Although it tips the scale between 196 and 390 pounds more than the other two, it also has about a 50-horsepower advantage, and, more dramatically, over 110 pound-feet more torque. If you consider the power-to-weight ratios, the Z still comes out ahead, as our acceleration times demonstrate. In fact, this is the quickest 350Z we've tested thus far. All this means a driver doesn't need to rev the Z's big 3.5-liter V-6 to 6000-plus rpm to find accelerative enjoyment. The Z is happy at just about any speed in just about any gear. Its bolt-action shifter works extremely well in medium-to-lazy shifts, but, unlike the others', is heavy to operate when hustled. Also, adding to the gravity of the Z, its steering is less responsive and requires more effort. A few staffers began to think of it as a "musclecar of sports cars." Our Track Model tester is differentiated from lesser 350Zs by lightweight forged-aluminum wheels, larger-diameter Brembo brakes, a limited-slip differential, and a sport-tuned (read "harsh") suspension. Again, our instrumented tests prove the hardware works, posting the best stopping and handling figures to date for a 350Z. A supportive sport driver's seat (slightly different from the passenger seat) keeps a firm grip on the pilot's bum, but doesn't feel quite as good as those in the S2000 or RX-8. In terms of around-town ride quality, we'd have to place this Nissan ahead of the go-kart-like Honda, but behind the magical Mazda. We also subtract a few points for the Z's instrumentation and ergonomics, which are less legible and a little less intuitive than either of the others. Finally, the rear cargo bay, though seemingly large, is compromised by an integral strut-tower brace, which limits the size and shape of luggage you can fit on board. A close runner-up to number one, the 350Z Track Model is a heavy-handed, firm-riding musclecar among nimble middleweights. With a comparatively large--and wonderful-sounding--V-6, it's less high-strung and yet only slightly more liveable than the Honda. But, just like Muhammad Ali, this big fella is surprisingly quick on his feet and packs a wallop. If the 350Z Touring Model is just too soft for you, then look into a Track Model. Unconventional thinking has its rewards. You'd be hardpressed to find anything conventional about the Mazda RX-8, and it turns out that's a good thing. Engine, steering, styling, and packaging are all unique. To start with, the miniscule (by comparison) 1.3-liter twin-rotor engine produces an astounding 182 horsepower per liter, outpunching cars like the Porsche 911 and Ferrari Modena in specific output. We only wish it were more fuel-efficient at that size, as it earns the poorest (but only slightly) EPA mileage numbers here. What the engine does, however, is rev and produce power like an electric motor. So smooth and linear is the power delivery that Mazda installed a shift tone to remind the driver the engine is approaching the 9000-rpm rev limiter. With such even torque delivery and so linear a horsepower curve, it's easy to imagine limitless engine revs. This is where the RX-8 and the similarly revvy S2000 differ. Even at 8500 rpm, there's nothing to indicate the RX-8's engine is strained or that power will ever cease, except for that reminder tone. Power is routed through a tight, close-ratio six-speed transmission and a carbon-fiber composite driveshaft from the front-mid engine to the rear torque-sensing limited-slip differential. The engine, transmission, driveshaft, and rear end are all precisely located in a straight line to eliminate driveline vibration and noise. The 50/50 weight distribution shines in transient maneuvers like our slalom test. Further enhancing this well-connected feel, Mazda developed a new rack-drive electric power-steering unit. Unlike other electric steering aids, the RX-8's electric-assist motor is located within the steering rack itself and is neither artificially light-feeling nor laboriously notchy. One might assume that the gaping hole formed by the pillarless double-door opening in each side of the RX-8 would translate into a wobbly chassis. Mazda has spent considerable time and effort to avoid this problem, using construction techniques including a rigid backbone frame, in-door high-strength steel pillars, and an innovative V-shaped brace extending from the rear end to the rear shock towers. There's also a full complement of front-, front/side-, and head-curtain airbags to ensure crashworthiness. Further, the Mazda rides quietly and happily in traffic and at the limit. Conclusion The RX-8 technically isn't the quickest car here, nor is it the best-handling or stopping. But it is competitive in every performance test without the compromises the outright 'numbers-winning' setups so often produce— and our tester wasn't even the sportsuspension- equipped version. What it is, however, is the least-expensive, most-accommodating, best all-around solution to having your uniquely styled sport coupe and room for four adults. We think it offers the best of both worlds with the fewest penalties. In some regards, the RX-8 is a small exoticar with marvelous engineering innovations. In other ways, it has the amenities and comfort of an everyday driver with the safety and warranty expected from a modern car-all while exhibiting a light, athletic feel and a strong value message. The RX-8 might be the unconventional choice here, but fresh thinking and unusual solutions to the fickle sport-coupe market just may keep its current entries around longer than its predecessor. And we have yet to see the hot-rodded MazdaSpeed supercharged RX-8. Motivation Honda's revised, longer-stroke VTEC four displaces 2.2 liters (+0.2 liter) and has more accessible (at lower revs) torque and horsepower compared with last year's 2.0-liter inline-four. This tames what once was an exercise in patience (at low rpm) and faith that the engine wouldn't grenade (at its 8200-rpm redline). The same maximum 240 horsepower now occurs at a lower 7700 rpm (+0 at -500 rpm) and the flatter torque curve reaches it max at 162 pound-feet at 6500 rpm (+8 at -1000 rpm). There's still a slight hit of power at 3500 and 5500 rpm when the VTEC system kicks in. Among naturally aspirated four-cylinder engines, this is about as good as it gets. But not everyone is accustomed to revving a small, high-compression engine to get all the performance out of it. Mazda's rotary returns to our market after a six-year absence. The most notable change between previous rotaries and the 1.3-liter Renesis 13B is that engineers moved the exhaust ports to the end plates from the rotor housing. This strategy eliminated the previous engine's intake/exhaust overlap, which allowed spent gases to mix with the intake charge, causing poor emissions and fuel economy out of step with the relatively small displacement. That's all changed now. What's left is the engine's ability to make a bunch of power from a small and light package. It happily spins like an electric power tool up to 9000 rpm. In many ways, it behaves like an electric motor: near-constant level of torque and a linear delivery of horsepower. Nissan's award-winning VQ engine series just keeps getting better with each passing year and application. The 350Z's version makes more torque just above idle than the Honda or Mazda make at their peaks. Part of that comes from the fact that it displaces 1.3 and 2.2 liters more than the others and that it's a V-6 instead of a rotary or an inline engine. What the driver feels is a stern shove rather than a gradual increase of power--up to about 5000 rpm where the torque begins to fade. In contrast, the Honda and Mazda are just reaching their potentials at the same engine speed. In many ways, the 350Z engine behaves like a V-8 with a prodigious low end and a gradually fading high end. If the gearing is well-spaced as it is in the Z, the driver will intuitively feel the right time to shift without needing to look at the tachometer or being reminded to shift with an audible tone. 2004 Honda S2000 Pros Exceptional grip and quick reflexes Markedly better mannered than previous model Classic body will look great in 25 years Cons Buckboard ride on anything but smooth asphalt Noise intrusion from wind, road, and engine Seems a bit pricey for a weekend two-seater Don't Miss: Subtle new sheetmetal and interior upgrades Bottom Line: A reliably built weekend mountain-road carver for those who like an edgy drive 2004 Nissan 350Z Track Model Pros Superb, torquey powertrain Fab handling despite hefty curb weight Quickest Z we've tested What's Not Cons Harsh ride penalty for Track Model setup Compromised cargo capacity Some ergonomic and interior nit-picks Don't Miss: The group's only stability-control system and electronic brake-force distribution Bottom Line: In the world of four- or six-cylinder (or rotary) sports cars, this is a musclecar 2004 Mazda RX-8 Pros Exceptionally well-balanced and behaved Engine acts like an electric motor Good all-around performance for under $30K Cons So-so fuel economy Some don't care for the exterior styling MazdaSpeed version a year or so away Don't Miss: Rear-hinged doors turn this coupe into a four-place sport "sedan" Bottom Line: An ingenious solution to many of the compromises inherent in the sports-car genre
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Honda S2000 Auctions For Over $95,000
Read the full story on Backfire News If you have a clean Honda S2000 in your possession or know someone who does, now might be the time to sell. Yet another one went for big bucks, this time auctioning at Amelia Island for a whopping $95,200. That's enough to get anyone with one of these cars plotting. However, there are some special conditions around the little Honda that helped boost its value to that lofty starters, the original owner showed incredible restraint and foresight, logging a mere 42 miles on the odometer. In other words, in the last quarter century (the age of the S2000) the owner pretty much kept it garaged and clean, but didn't spend time behind the wheel. This conflicts with a principle we and many other enthusiasts share, that cars were made to be driven, not parked in a preservation bubble and admired like some sort of metal sculpture. Sure, they're things of beauty, and Honda knocked it out of the park on the S2000's aesthetics, but driving one is a real treat. Many are claiming this is the most factory fresh Honda S2000 to ever be brought to market. While the Silverstone Metallic paint and black leather upholstery look flawless, as Broad Arrow Auctions notes in the lot listing, it's far from the record of the highest-valued in existence. Almost $100,000 is a large chunk of cash, but a 2009 Honda S2000 CR with 123 miles sold for over twice that amount, $205,000, on Bring A Trailer back in April 2022. In February 2022 another S2000 CR, a 2008 example with 5,500 miles sold for $127,500. Yes, 2022 was a great year for Honda S2000s and collector cars in general. In other words, we might not see a new record for a while as the whole collector car market has deflated some from those crazy times. Still, $95,200 is nothing to sneeze at, showing the Honda S2000 is definitely a serious collector car. Image via Broad Arrow Auctions
