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Honda Civic Si / SiR 2005 and earlier
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The Wrangler has steel bumpers, so when she damages them, we can just buy easy replacements and bolt them on ourselves. Civic repairs for something like that would prove much more costly either for the parts/labor or for the long term insurance (I live in CA).
I had originally given her the Civic, but costs just made me rethink it.
Believe me, it hurt to get rid of my baby. It is the FIRST car I bought that I truly loved. I have cars in the garage now that I truly love, but the Si was the first.
-Paul
I had this on my 97 Civic but it was only minor, so I did not pursue it, (I read of a TSB to correct it). I am surprised Honda allowed this to re-occur.
Anyone had this repaired?
Anyway...still the best driving civic yet.
I got my '03 Silver Si from Boston, MA 6/03. I know this sounds pathetic, but I JUST noticed over the weekend that my i_VTEC logo on the driver side is missing! I don't ever remember seeing it on that side. Frankly, I thought it was only on one side for ALL the Si until I saw another Si this weekend with the logo on both sides.
Is this something the dealer installs once they get the car? or is it put on at the factory? If it's just a cosmetic mistake, I don't really mind, but my paranoia is telling me perhaps the car needed a repair on that side and the dealer forgot to put the sticker back on?!
I hope someone can put my mind at ease! Thank you!
Al
If you are missing the "i-VTEC" log on the driver's side from day one, chances are someone at the factory forgot to put it on, someone stole it either when the car was at the dealership or after you took delivery. The worst case scenario is that the car was damaged during shipping or on the lot and the body shop forgot to put the sticker back on.
Car & Driver says new look including 16 inch tires (must look a lot better!), but did not puts pictures nor detailed info. I saw pictures for SIR, but have not seen any for US SI.
I have a mixed feeling since I am planing to get 03 once 04 Sis arrive.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
I tend to play CD's more and more because of the sound quality. Is the answer XM from the big antenna in the sky? Monthly fees would bug be.
As for the MXV4 tires, great in summer. Very scary in winter with flat spotting when cold. What a disappointment. Snow tires this winter seems to be the way.
Back to the Si. MXV4's, v rated, from UK are no no's here in the great white north. Touch of frost and whoohoooo. Summer only. Just as you described. 205/55-15's offer more choice. I don't think the electric steering will mind.
As for the snows. I will go with quiet one.
I bought this strictly as a work commuter to replace my trusty 178,000 mile '92 Si. I know this EP3 won't get the 33-37 mpg of the '92 but that's partially offset by the use of cheaper regular gas. My '92 would ping like crazy on anything but 92 octane. After I get some miles on the car I'll report my opinions. So far I'm sure I will like it. For those thinking of waiting on a 2003 until the 2004 Si gets here on November 3rd... the 2003s could be gone by then and the $1000 dealer cash back is only listed until 9/30, although that could certainly be extended.
Thanks
There are two types of arm rests out there. One that mounts to the center console and the other that mounts to the seat mounting bolts.
Good luck
We have a set of Dunlop Graspic DS-1 snow tires mounted on new black steel wheels for a Civic. These tires work very well, are fairly quiet, and have less than 2000km on them. I know this is not a sales forum, but send me a private email if interested.
Is post 2370 commercial info. for Continental and Yokohoma tires?
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
All things to consider, that is all. The amount of difference it makes to you is going to depend on your standards of reference and how you drive the car. This car has a pretty good balance of comfort-through-the-potholes and handling sharpness in stock form. You should just be aware that by changing the tires you are adjusting that ratio.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
http://www.jdmcivic.com/jtuned/0403/sleeper.php
which has a 2000 Si with stock wheels and 205/55 tires. With all the other mods he has on it, I can't see the owner putting on a tire which would hurt performance.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
By the way, you guys are insane.
We test drove the Element. Hated it in the 4WD auto version. I can't explain why since we were on cloud nine about it earlier. Good thing they weren't dealing then or we would have been in trouble. Ended up trading the 03 EX-L coupe for a 04 EX-L sedan. The XM radio alone makes it worth the upgrade.
As for my new SI. I've only put 100 miles or so on it so far. I love being back in my little transportation module again. I'm not driving it til I get my flaps and fogs installed Monday. It doesn't feel "complete" to me yet. And to you Miss Anony keep your filthy mitts off my SI.
How many cars have you owned in the past 5 years?
I bought an AEM Cold Air Intake, DC Stainless Header, Magnaflow Cat-back, and Hondata Heatshield Gasket. I'm going to install them next saturday. Should be fun...
Have any of you replaced the front speakers with a decent component setup? I was a bit concerned with fit since Crutchfield seemed to recommend shallow-basket 6.5" coax speakers. Something that doesn't require a lot of power would be great, as I'd like to be able to use the factory headunit for a while.
I'd appreciate any recommendations...thanks in advance.
Thanks,
Adam
Adrew. Great color. I got mine in that color Tuesday. Last day of the 1.9%. I'm kinda happy with my speakers actually. I'm going to upgrade to a Sony headunit with XM radio. After buying an 04 Accord with XM I find that's the only way to go.
gee35coupe & anonymousposts - Glad to have you back in this discussion as Civic Si owners again. Happy motoring!
Revka
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Now that I have the required 600 miles on the new vivid blue toy I guess I need to go out and start hammering it :-) It does seem to run and shift smoother now that it's gone through a relatively easy break-in. I still like it quite a bit as a commuter, but will probably lower the stance with the Mugen sports suspension... it looks too much like a mini SUV as it is now. Ha, if my license plate wasn't already "SI" I'd go for "MINISUV"
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2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
It is hard for me to spend 16.5k for a car which I was able to buy for 14.5k a year ago. SI is still my favorite, but now my appetite is moving toward Mazda (Pro5 and Miata! 3 also looks nice).