Is the Honda S2000 a good investment?

The thesis

The S2000 is the last naturally aspirated, high-revving Honda roadster—a jewel of an engine (9,000 rpm AP1, 8,200 rpm AP2) with bulletproof reliability and a cult following among millennials and Gen Z. UK prices range £15,000–£30,000 for good examples. The market has appreciated strongly since 2020, and originality is now paramount. It's highly usable, affordable to run, and offers one of the purest driver's car experiences under £30k. However, the sharpest appreciation has already occurred—this is late cycle, with values stabilizing.