Best CarPlay Head Unit for the Honda S2000

3 head unit installs filmed for this car. Two installs were filmed in John's AP2 and the Joying single-DIN install in a friend's S2000. None of the videos states a model-year range; the Joying guide's harness link is for the AP1 (2000–2004).

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Joying · 8.8–8.9" screen

Joying CarPlay Head Unit in the Honda S2000 (Keeping the Center Vents)

Joying Android head unit (8.9" per the video title, 8.8" in the thumbnail and Amazon search): Snapdragon 8-core (610), 4GB/64GB, 720p, wireless and wired CarPlay/Android Auto

John's verdict

He calls it "this awesome head unit" but says call (phone) quality is "okay, not that great".

Parts

Harness
  • Vehicle wiring harness
  • Harness matched by wire color and label, then plugged straight into the unit.
  • Requires a wiring harness and brackets for your car
Dash kit / bezel / brackets
  • Mounting brackets
  • Optional: AP1 radio cover with the door removed
  • Requires a wiring harness and brackets for your car
CANbus / steering-wheel controls
Not stated in the video or description
Everything in the parts list
  • Joying head unit
  • Vehicle wiring harness
  • Mounting brackets
  • Optional: AP1 radio cover with the door removed

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iDoing · 10.25" screen

iDoing 10.25" Universal Touchscreen: Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto in the Honda S2000 AP2

iDoing 10.25" universal Android radio head unit (4GB / 64GB per the product link): Bluetooth, wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via Z-Link, radio, GPS and media apps

John's verdict

His one dislike is that the bezels are a little thick, though they hide imperfections. He thinks S2000 owners will be "super happy"; you just have to work out the mounting.

Parts

Harness
  • Vehicle wiring harness (see John's earlier S2000 head unit install)
  • Not covered in this video; John refers to his earlier S2000 head unit install for the harness wiring.
Dash kit / bezel / brackets
Not stated in the video or description
CANbus / steering-wheel controls
Not stated in the video or description
Everything in the parts list
  • iDoing 10.25" universal Android head unit
  • Vehicle wiring harness (see John's earlier S2000 head unit install)

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Joying · 8.8" screen

Joying 8.8" Single-DIN Wireless CarPlay Unit: Honda S2000 Install

Joying universal single-DIN Android 10 head unit with an 8.8" adjustable floating screen: wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, DSP, Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, two USB-A leads and 4G capability

John's verdict

It boots very fast and wireless CarPlay worked through the Carlink app. The owner says it was easier to install than his previous unit and feels close to an OEM system. As a universal unit it takes some wiggling to fit.

Parts

Harness
  • Main harness (connects to the factory harness via an adapter)
  • Main harness to the factory plug via a harness adapter (the description links one for the S2000).
  • The description links an S2000 radio harness adapter for 2000–2009; the owner's own harness here was color-matched and taped
Dash kit / bezel / brackets
  • Factory S2000 radio bracket (reused)
  • Mounted on the factory radio bracket; use screws as short as possible so they don't go into the unit
CANbus / steering-wheel controls
Not stated in the video or description
Everything in the parts list
  • Joying single-DIN chassis and 8.8" adjustable screen with ribbon cable
  • Main harness (connects to the factory harness via an adapter)
  • Wi-Fi cables, GPS antenna, microphone, two USB-A leads, 4G leads
  • Factory S2000 radio bracket (reused)

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FAQ

What's the best CarPlay head unit for the Honda S2000?

3 head units have been installed and filmed in this car, with John's verdict from each video. Joying (Joying CarPlay Head Unit in the Honda S2000 (Keeping the Center Vents)): He calls it "this awesome head unit" but says call (phone) quality is "okay, not that great". iDoing (iDoing 10.25" Universal Touchscreen: Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto in the Honda S2000 AP2): His one dislike is that the bezels are a little thick, though they hide imperfections. He thinks S2000 owners will be "super happy"; you just have to work out the mounting. Joying (Joying 8.8" Single-DIN Wireless CarPlay Unit: Honda S2000 Install): It boots very fast and wireless CarPlay worked through the Carlink app. The owner says it was easier to install than his previous unit and feels close to an OEM system. As a universal unit it takes some wiggling to fit. Pick by screen size, price and features, and confirm fitment for your trim with the seller.

Will a CarPlay head unit fit my Honda S2000?

I've filmed 3 installs for this car. Listed fitment: Honda S2000; Universal head unit; shown on the Honda S2000 AP2; Joying universal single-DIN unit with an 8.8" adjustable screen (Amazon link in the description); universal, so expect some fitting work. Two installs were filmed in John's AP2 and the Joying single-DIN install in a friend's S2000. None of the videos states a model-year range; the Joying guide's harness link is for the AP1 (2000–2004). Always confirm your exact year, trim and factory audio system with the seller.

Does the Honda S2000 upgrade give wireless CarPlay?

Yes. Joying and iDoing units shown here are listed with wireless CarPlay / Android Auto.

How hard is it to install a head unit in the Honda S2000?

Joying: 10 steps, 8 min video; iDoing: 8 steps, 5 min video; Joying: 13 steps, 17 min video. No CANbus box is listed in the parts for these installs. Basic hand tools and a plastic trim tool are used.

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