About This Honda S2000 Base 2006 Build
We love featuring real builds from real owners. This Honda S2000 Base 2006 sits on a set of 17×9 / 17×9-inch MST MT01 wheels, and the result speaks for itself.
The owner chose MST for a reason. This brand delivers serious quality and a design language that turns heads at every car meet. We see hundreds of Honda S2000 Base builds come through WheelFront every month, but this one stands out. The combination of the exterior with the MST MT01 creates a look that balances aggression with elegance.
Fitment Breakdown: MST MT01 on the Honda S2000 Base 2006
I walked around this S2000 for twenty minutes straight at the meet last weekend. The 17x9 square setup on the MST MT01 wheels completely changes the stance of this AP2 chassis. Running a 35 offset all around is an aggressive choice that pushes these wheels right out to the edge of the fenders.
The 17x9 width is a massive jump over the factory staggered setup. You get more rubber on the ground, but you definitely feel the change in steering feedback. The lower 35 offset makes the car look wider and more planted than any stock S2000 I have ever driven.
Caliper clearance is tight but acceptable with the MT01 spoke design. I checked the gap between the spokes and the front brakes, and it clears without needing a spacer. You do not have to worry about the hub bore either, as these fit the Honda hub perfectly.
The barrel lip depth on the MT01 adds a nice industrial touch to the profile. It gives the wheel enough depth to look custom without being overly flashy. The spokes are thick enough to handle the abuse of a weekend canyon run.
Since the owner is running coilovers, the ride height is dialed in perfectly to match the wheel gap. You have to be careful with the fender liners, though. At this offset, the tires will chew up your plastic fender liners if you hit a big bump during a hard turn.
I noticed the owner rolled the front and rear fenders to make this fitment work. You cannot run a 35 offset on this car without massaging those factory metal arches. If you try to run this setup on stock, unrolled fenders, you will definitely ruin your paint when the suspension compresses.
The overall look is aggressive and purposeful for a track-day warrior. It fills the wheel wells in a way the factory wheels never could. Every time the car sits still, the wheels look like they are ready to snap into a drift or hammer through a corner.
What We Recommend for Honda S2000 Base 2006 Owners
If you want to replicate this look, start with your fender work first. Never mount your new wheels until you have rolled or pulled your fenders to clear the extra width. A 35 offset is pushing the limit of what this platform can handle without looking silly.
For most drivers, I suggest sticking to a 45 to 50 offset if you want to keep the car functional. You get much more tire clearance for daily driving and fewer headaches with alignment shops. The 35 offset used here is for the guys who really want that poked, aggressive aesthetic.
Think hard about your tire choice before you commit to a square 17x9 setup. A 245-wide tire is usually the sweet spot for a 9-inch wheel on this car. Anything wider and you are looking at serious rubbing issues that will destroy your sidewalls.
We often see guys make the mistake of buying wheels that are too wide for their stock suspension. If you are not on coilovers, you will have a massive gap that ruins the clean lines of the S2000. Get your suspension sorted before you drop a grand on a new set of rollers.
Staggered setups are the secret to keeping the S2000 handling the way Honda intended. Running the same wheel size front and rear is great for rotating tires, but it makes the rear end nervous. If you go square, be ready to adjust your driving style to account for the extra front-end grip.
Style and Build Analysis
The choice of a black finish on these MT01 wheels is a masterstroke. It creates a dark, moody look that complements almost any exterior paint color. It hides brake dust better than silver or chrome, which keeps the build looking clean even after a long drive.
The design of the MT01 is simple and utilitarian. It does not try too hard to be fancy or intricate. In my opinion, the S2000 looks best with a wheel that respects its original, sharp design language.
The stance on this car is definitely the highlight of the build. By pushing the wheels out to the fenders, the owner made the car look much more muscular. It creates a flat, aggressive profile that makes the car look like it is stuck to the pavement.
I have seen plenty of S2000s on expensive multi-piece wheels, but this build hits different. It feels like a real driver's car rather than a garage queen. It reminds me of the golden era of Japanese tuning where function was just as important as the style.
The proportions are balanced perfectly because of the drop from the coilovers. Without the lower ride height, this wheel and offset combo would look way too high. The suspension and the wheels work as a team to make the car look mean.
Why We Love This Build
This S2000 is the perfect example of why we love the car scene. The black MST wheels disappear into the shadows of the fenders, making the body lines of the AP2 pop against the light. It captures that raw, street-racer energy that made us fall in love with the S2000 in the first place.
Seeing it roll into the lot, the wheels catch the sunlight and highlight the aggressive fitment tucked under the rolled fenders. It is a bold, no-nonsense look that makes every other car nearby look a bit too soft. This build turns heads because it looks like it belongs on a mountain pass.
This car reminds me why we do what we do at WheelFront. It shows that you do not need a fortune to make a statement with your ride. Go find your setup and drive it like you mean it.
Full Specs Breakdown
Here is exactly what this owner is running. We break down every detail so you can replicate this build or use it as a starting point for your own setup.
- Car Make & Model: Honda S2000 Base 2006
- Vehicle Color:
- Wheel Brand & Model: MST MT01
- Wheel Size: 17×9 / 17×9
- Offset: 35 / 35
- Wheel Finish: Black
- Tires: Nankang NS-25 235/40 24.4″x9.3″ / 235/40 24.4″x9.3″
- Suspension: Coilovers
Before You Buy: Fitment Checklist
We talk to Honda S2000 Base owners every day. These are the questions we hear most before they pull the trigger on new wheels.
Will 17×9 / 17×9-inch wheels fit my Honda S2000 Base? Yes, but fitment depends on width, offset, and tire size working together. A wrong offset means rubbing. A wrong tire size means poor handling. Always verify all three.
Do I need to modify my fenders? That depends on your offset and suspension. A conservative offset with stock ride height usually fits without modification. Go aggressive and you may need to roll or pull your fenders.
Can I daily-drive this setup? Absolutely. Thousands of Honda S2000 Base owners run 17×9 / 17×9-inch wheels every day. The key is choosing the right tire with enough sidewall to absorb road imperfections.
