Honda S2000
The highest specific output NA engine ever mass-produced. The F20C revs to 9000 RPM and makes 240hp from just 2.0 liters. A masterclass in high-RPM engineering.
Technical Specifications
Production Variant Timeline
5 factory variants produced across the AP1 lifecycle, from launch spec to final special editions.
AP1 (JDM)
1999~50,000 built- F20C 2.0L
- 250 PS JDM
- 9,000 rpm redline
- 11.7:1 compression
The 9k rpm Honda roadster.
AP1 (US)
2000~30,000 built- F20C 240 hp
- US emissions tune
- Same chassis
US-market AP1 with slight detune.
AP2
2004~25,000 built- F22C1 2.2L
- 240 hp US
- Better low-end torque
- 8,000 rpm redline
Revised engine for more daily usability.
AP2 CR (Club Racer)
2008-2009700 built- Stripped interior
- Stiffer suspension
- Aero kit
US-only track-focused special.
AP2 Type S
20091,100 built- JDM CR equivalent
- Track suspension
Japan equivalent of the CR.
Auction History & Market Values
Recent public auction results for the Honda S2000 across Bring a Trailer, RM Sotheby's, Bonhams, and other major houses. Tracks collector demand trends over time.
| Date | Variant | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-02 | AP1 Bring a Trailer Clean AP1 with original F20C. | $32,000 |
| 2023-11 | AP2 Type S RM Sotheby's JDM Type S import. | $68,000 |
| 2023-06 | AP2 CR Bring a Trailer Club Racer with stripped interior. | $72,000 |
Auction data compiled from public sale results at Bring a Trailer, RM Sotheby's, Barrett-Jackson, Bonhams, and BH Auction. Prices shown are final hammer prices.
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🇺🇸 US Import Status
The Honda S2000 is currently legal to import to the United States under the 25-year exemption rule. Vehicles manufactured in 1999 or earlier may be imported without DOT/EPA modifications.