First Time S2000 Driver Throws Down Hot Lap at Local Track

Even almost two decades into existence, the humble S2000 continues to provide a rewarding and enjoyable on-track experience.

We came across a track day video from Alex Bernstein, an automotive photographer and one of the members of the ever-popular Hoonigan YouTube channel and brand. According to the video’s description, this is Alex’s first time in a S2000. What better way to first experience an S2000 than through a hot lap at Southern California’s Streets of Willow?

As seen throughout the video, Alex has a smooth and steady lap in a decently modded (exhaust, suspension, brakes, tires, etc.) S2K, leading him to a respectable lap time of 1:28.1. Alex states in the description that “going slow never felt so fun” and we couldn’t agree more. While the S2K may be less powerful than Alex’s full time track toy BMW 135i, it definitely doesn’t lack in the fun department. Maybe this taste might be enough to get Alex into a F20C full-time? Looks like we will have to wait and see.

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Daud Gonzalez

Daud Gonzalez is a lifelong car enthusiast, and automotive writer with a specialty in modified and race-ready rides. Gonzalez is a regular contributor to the Internet Brands Auto Group websites, including Corvette Forum, 6SpeedOnline, and Honda-tech, among others.

He spends most of his time modifying his cars, and ruining them in the process. He is the owner of a track build BMW 335i, a semi-off road spec 1981 Toyota Hilux, a drift-ready 1990 Nissan 240sx and a 1990 BMW K75 motorcycle.

Most of his free-time is dedicated to making sure his vehicles survive to see the next day. You are likely to catch him at one of Southern California's race tracks on the weekends.

Daud can be reached at Autoeditors@internetbrands.com, and followed on his Instagram account.