Honda Shows S2000 Modulo Climax Concept

[Exhaust]

Most of Honda’s show cars for this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon are fairly typical – a gussied-up Kei car here, a tricked-out N-ONE there, and so one. One, however, stands out from the crowd of decked-out microcars, and for good reason: it’s an S2000.
Meet the new S2000 Modulo Climax. We’re not exactly sure how Honda arrived at that particular name (and we’re not sure we want to know), but Honda has used the Modulo name on several ranges of body kits and exterior dress-up accessories – and this particular S2000 sports both.
Undoubtedly, the new front clip is the biggest change from a stock S2000 roadster. The new nose is longer than before, giving way to a hexagonal grille opening that’s bisected by a large chrome crossbar, which sweeps into the corners of the fascia. A new tonneau cover provides enclosed fairings for the rollbar hoops, while a pair of canard-like winglets are placed on the corners of the rear decklid.

The rear bumper fascia is revised to incorporate two large air outlets, while the diffuser is whittled away to make room for two large exhaust tips. Modulo also appears to have contributed a set of chromed 10-spoke alloy wheels, although Honda makes no mention of their size or construction.
Interior amendments aren’t quite as extensive as those applied to the S2000’s exterior. The stock seats are replaced by new leather-clad, Modulo-branded bucket seats, which boast inserts and contrast stitching color keyed to the car’s exterior paint. The shift boot and steering wheel are privy to similar stitching, as are the floor mats, which appear to be made from a woven, mesh-like material that resembles carbon fiber.

What can we make of this? Some Honda faithful are proclaiming the S2000 Modulo Climax as the second coming of the S2000 – or, for that matter, a good hint at what the company’s forthcoming sports roadster will look like. An interesting theory, perhaps, but that doesn’t appear to be the case. Although the S2000 Modulo Climax is but a concept at this point in time, Honda says the car simply previews a new range of accessories it has in store for its discontinued roadster.

Is it unusual for an automaker to offer these sorts of parts three years after a vehicle was dropped from the lineup? Perhaps, but it’s not unprecedented – in fact, Modulo recently offered a range of add-ons for the Beat and NSX, which ended production in 1996 and 2005, respectively.
But what say you? Does Honda’s new range of Modulo parts only improve upon the S2000’s looks, or do they make it look a little like a Daihatsu Storia? Send your thoughts in the comments section below.
Source: Motortrend

[dem00n]

It looks...the same.

To be honest, it looks a bit dated too. The front grill...meh.


This is only post to be to show parts, no?

[bestwheelbase]

Hello front mount.

#boostedS2000revampwouldbesofun!

[ZC6BRZ]

Originally Posted by dem00n

This is only post to be to show parts, no?

What? More pics:

[Superhatch]

zzzzzzzzz.

Thanks for making a new line of accessories for a 14 year old platform. I love the S2000 to death, and have owned more Hondas then anyone I know but they need to do something sporty and new soon.

Edit: Rumor has it that they are making a new aero kit for the EF civics!

[rice_classic]

I don't see how anyone is going to reach "climax" with that design.

[Wes B.]

Ugghh....Honda, please step up your game!

[OrbitalEllipses]

Tacky aftermarket bodykits, now available direct from the factory!

Too little too late. Honda lost so much credibility when they let the S2000 die. Re-introducing it a few years later with an updated Fascia? SHAME ON YOU. Also think it's overpriced at the $35K it sold for.

[Kimsey47]

I was going to post this but didn't want to waste any body's time... HONDA FAIL AGAIN.

[kludger]

Wow when I heard rumors of a new S2000 at Tokyo Auto Salon I was looking forward to it, but I didn't expect it to be the same S2000 with a body kit that makes it look like a Hyundai... lame.

[Exhaust]

The front reminds me of nothing but this.

[Wes]

Looks like it ran into a metal bar and now has braces, dont like.. but the interior is pretty cool

[Sigma6]

Yes the interior is beautiful but couldn't they have at least done something different with the body? Maybe a mild wide body kit with front/rear defusers.

With a name like Modulo Climax..I guess I shouldn't expect much. The majority of the S2000's that I actually see running around here are owned by middle-aged women.

[ZDan]

The stock AP1 and AP2 versions both look fresher than this. Chrome do-nothing bar across the grill? Chrome wheels? Chrome windshield surround?