Doug DeMuro gives the 2000 Honda S2000 a highly positive 79/100 rating, praising it as a joy to drive that proved Japan could still build fantastic performance cars. The S2000 excels in performance with its 240-hp naturally aspirated engine and high-revving 9,000 RPM redline, and it has proven to be exceptionally reliable and valuable, with examples still holding strong demand 25 years later. However, the car's barebones interior reflects its pure-performance ethos—there's no clock, no visible radio (it's hidden behind a panel), and minimal creature comforts, which gives the cabin_tech dimension a middling 50/100 score despite the clever design choices. This is a car for driving purists who value engaging mechanics and the raw experience over modern convenience and livability.