Difference S2 / S3
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Hi guys,
thinking about purchasing an S2/3, there are some differences in the models (longer doors, lights in the frontbumper, dash etc) i know.
But what´s the difference below the body?
The engine / gearbox / axles / diff. should be the same.
I´ve heard about another suspension for a better ride.... whats the difference?
Any other things?
Thanks for your help
Reinhard
thinking about purchasing an S2/3, there are some differences in the models (longer doors, lights in the frontbumper, dash etc) i know.
But what´s the difference below the body?
The engine / gearbox / axles / diff. should be the same.
I´ve heard about another suspension for a better ride.... whats the difference?
Any other things?
Thanks for your help
Reinhard
germantvr said:
But what´s the difference below the body?
Nothing i'm aware of?germantvr said:
I´ve heard about another suspension for a better ride.... whats the difference?
No idea on that one If you like the dash layout and can cope with the short doors get an S2
Otherwise find an S3 ... this one knows its way around mainland Europe pretty well ............. clicky
Edited by phillpot on Monday 18th September 12:00
Hi There,
Good luck with your search
The only underneath differences happened at the introduction of the S4 & the V8 - they share a slightly wider track which is thought to help the rude quality. Maybe that's what you heard about ?
They also have the battery in the boot.
And the S4 has the prettiest bonnet.
Good luck with your search
The only underneath differences happened at the introduction of the S4 & the V8 - they share a slightly wider track which is thought to help the rude quality. Maybe that's what you heard about ?
They also have the battery in the boot.
And the S4 has the prettiest bonnet.
TVRees said:
phillpot said:
Otherwise find an S3 ... this one knows its way around mainland Europe pretty well ............. clicky
If you want to register the car in Germany, you'll probably need an S3C preferably with the "Katalysator" still on the car Not a massive difference chassis-wise. The rear beam varies across the years, so there will likely be minor differences there. The front end near the radiator can differ slightly too, as the move to a front-mounted fan from rear mounted was around this time.
In terms of the way they drive, not much. All S3s have the adjustable trailing arms, whereas not all S2s do. Most S2s just use the S1 arm design, but with an altered damper mount.
Truth be told, get it set up and mechanically sorted, and you'd be hard pressed to tell the difference. Different tyres, dampers and time of the day will be more noticeable!
In terms of the way they drive, not much. All S3s have the adjustable trailing arms, whereas not all S2s do. Most S2s just use the S1 arm design, but with an altered damper mount.
Truth be told, get it set up and mechanically sorted, and you'd be hard pressed to tell the difference. Different tyres, dampers and time of the day will be more noticeable!
phillpot said:
No idea on that one
If you like the dash layout and can cope with the short doors get an S2
Otherwise find an S3 ... this one knows its way around mainland Europe pretty well ............. clicky
Do you know (seen ) the car?
If you like the dash layout and can cope with the short doors get an S2
Otherwise find an S3 ... this one knows its way around mainland Europe pretty well ............. clicky
Do you know (seen ) the car?
Edited by phillpot on Monday 18th September 12:00
germantvr said:
TVRees said:
If you want to register the car in Germany, you'll probably need an S3C preferably with the "Katalysator" still on the car
Are there any S3C (S4C) on the market with a Katalysator fitted?They are mainly de-catted........
The S2, S3 and S4 were built without Cats and the exhaust manifolds and front pipes are different to the C versions.
mentall said:
......and the C cars have:
a different ECU, to connect to:
a MAP sensor on the bulkhead rather than airflow sensors and:
HEGO sensors on the exhaust headers which have bosses to fit them.
Some also have the hydraulic-lifter engine, and taper-seat spark plugs.
What else have I forgotten?
How can I identify this?a different ECU, to connect to:
a MAP sensor on the bulkhead rather than airflow sensors and:
HEGO sensors on the exhaust headers which have bosses to fit them.
Some also have the hydraulic-lifter engine, and taper-seat spark plugs.
What else have I forgotten?
mentall said:
......and the C cars have:
a different ECU, to connect to:
a MAP sensor on the bulkhead rather than airflow sensors and:
HEGO sensors on the exhaust headers which have bosses to fit them.
Some also have the hydraulic-lifter engine, and taper-seat spark plugs.
What else have I forgotten?
All true. The point I am making is to buy an S2C, S3C or S4C then all that is required is to reinstate the Cat if they have been removed.a different ECU, to connect to:
a MAP sensor on the bulkhead rather than airflow sensors and:
HEGO sensors on the exhaust headers which have bosses to fit them.
Some also have the hydraulic-lifter engine, and taper-seat spark plugs.
What else have I forgotten?
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