@@ronijr4918 just sold in 08 si not too long ago with about 220k. I had the dash apart and while apart checked to see if the check engine light bulb was burned out or not because it never once came on. Needless to say like the rest of the car it was operating properly it just never needed to
Just bought a 2012 with 93000 miles, very similar overall. Mine is in significantly better cosmetic condition inside and out, but the purchase price reflects that. I've grown to really like it. Best of luck with your build! Looks like it'll be a fun car to mess around with.
I purchased a 12’ Si coupe w 55k miles, mint condition and just like in your case, the price reflected that. I wish I couldve gotten it for like 2-3k cheaper but w today’s market, had to just bite the bullet but the K24z7 is a hoon forsure. Id recommend getting a nice exhaust for it as it screams and breathes better all around!
I have an 06 Si right at 200k miles. No major problems. I replaced the starter about 5 years go, also had clutch bearing replaced a few years ago. Had the clutch replaced while they were in there, I use to beat on it in my younger days. I’m about to replace the water pump it started making noise about a week ago. Only other issue I had very early on was a rear wheel bearing going bad but luckily it was covered by warranty. Still runs great has never thrown an engine light.
Maybe it's because I was in high school when these came out and was around them a lot, but it's crazy that a car that has 200k miles on it and has taken this much of a beating still seems like such a sleek, modern car. The 2 tier gauge clusters in these and in the 9th gen Si's (which I also owned) still feel futuristic to me, even more so than the gauges in my brand new one (with the half digital, half analog cluster for some reason).
I still have my 8th gen Si. Make sure that the passenger airbag doesn't need to be replaced under that big Takata recall. There were also a few TSBs for minor things you might want to google.
I own a 8th gen si nearing 280k miles and it runs great. Some problems here and there with the catalytic converter going bad, vtec solenoid, and the fuel pump but nothing horrible so far
Honda Civic was the best car i ever owned . Bought a 10 year old Civic drove it 10 years with no problems . Filled the tank once every 3weeks drove to work every day and around town on my days off and still had gas left in the tank after 3 weeks . Best car !
That's why it lasted so long because everything was stock. When you lower the suspension you put extra wear on control arm bushings and other supension parts. Best thing leave it stock and do mantaince its a good car.
That’s true. I do want to lower it a little bit, but use quality parks. I might order some K-tuned parts as they are high quality and sell suspension to address lowered suspension.
Love my 2007 Honda Civic Si Sedan with 266K (I left it totally stock too) I bought new in 2007. Still rips... It's a keeper still fun to drive even with a lot of miles even though I just bought a new 2022 Honda Civic Si last Oct. Other than the normal tune-up stuff such as engine oil and cabin and engine filters, spark plugs, MAF sensor. Clean the throttle body it will accelerate like a bat out of hell and then reset it with ECU re-learn (if you can get it to work, I never could by disconnecting battery and holding RPM at a set speed) or just use a scan tool (like Foxwell NT510 Elite with Honda software) that can send Honda commands to it to reset idle speed.
Still have my 07 Civic SI 4door. Bought it new and the only major problem with it was the 2nd gear synchro. Well that and the pain but I got it repainted. Great car. Mine only has 110,000 miles.
@@BetaBuxDelux My original OEM clutch went out at around 243K and about 5K later or so did the OEM starter, I still have original alternator. I ended up replacing with factory clutch kit (why not? look at the life..)and my mechanic was stunned that the flywheel looked brand new he didn't have to replace or lathe it. If you treat the car decent and not beat it up too bad, expect a long, long life. Most people don't know about this but there is a oil deflector tool to avoid the oil bath on you and the CV Boot / Axel if you want to do the oil yourself. Google this part number VSB02C000033. Note the hole towards the end this actually wedges at a metal corner to hold it in place. I didn't figure this out until a year later with a shop light underneath the car. Plan on taking off the front passenger tire to get the oil deflector tool in there.
Mine is a 2012 coupe currently sitting at 184k KM and is still in very good shape, still has a lot of power, interior is still good, body, paint and plastics also in good shape, and no oil leaks, absolutely love the K series engine and the Civic platform, 8th and 9th gen are still very modern cars that offer tons of fun for cheap
I have a Fiji Blue Pearl 07 Civic Si FA5. Garage kept mint condition 110k on it with the HFP package on it. Good to know it'll do 200 plus easily. Congrats on the purchase.
@Generations I also got it repainted from the factory for the paint recall/defect. I pretty much parked it after that and bought me a 2015 Civic Si white with HFP package. That one now has 60k on it.💪🏻💪🏻
Currently have an Fa5 for about a year, have put 15k miles on and is now sitting on 206k miles, only issues I’ve really ran into since are just my starter going out, I did have to take the car in for a passenger side airbag recall, and obviously just regular maintenance but apart from that, car is running like a champ
So I just want to say that I love this car! I’ve owned a whack of car throughout my life including a ‘98 super charged prelude SH, ‘93 Integra GSR, Mazda RX8, Cobb stage 2 EVO X MR, Lexus ISF and a ‘17 340i MPerformance. I also owned a 2006 Civic Si with the HFP factory suspension, and I have to say that of all the cars I owned the Si was the funnest of them all! I have such fond memories of the Si that I just bought a 2023 FL5 Type R! I’m not even sure that the FL5 will be as fun as the ‘06 Si was.
Great find, when looking for used civic si's always check under the hood. If the engine bay is not rusted and doesn't have any terrible valve tick or rattling idle pulley when turned on, it's good to go.
The idle pulley is a 5 minute job 10 minutes at max and cost like 50$ so that wouldn’t be a deal breaker in my book!! And these cars always have some tick to them it’s just the lifters. Worst case scenario it needs a valve adjustment!! 👽🛸
It sounds like it runs great! i would be careful about where you buy the parts because there are a lot of counterfeit parts out there, especially if you try replacing internals. I noticed my 2012 Accord "TPMS" light comes on when the fuse is pulled, and otherwise i get both "TPMS" and "Horseshoe" light on for a sensor.
That’s good to know. I’ll be doing suspension upgrades and some preventative maintenance on the motor, but I’m excited to get to know this platform better.
I would just source them from the shop you're getting the car fixed at if you can...even if you get the parts right and it's not counterfeit, most mechanics will offer little to no warranty (beyond just labor) for parts they didn't source themselves. You might want that full warranty if something goes wrong.
Brings back so many memories omg! I was dying to have a Honda civic SI but I thought it was a waste of money cause they were 5 gears with a v-tech and no turbo engine. But they looked so good!!! I own a civic SI 2018 today yeaarrrsss later 😅!
nice. Just picked up my 15 Civic Si, give you credit for that "electric parking brake" I personally can't get used to that, but kudos to you. I never really like the 8th gen civic, actually coming up from owning a 7th gen civic 5 speed.
These engine will last forever, I had a 08 si with 198k miles before I sold it back in 2016 I was the only owner bought. Basically oil change, tires, brakes, and clutch/flywheel change. But it did burned lots of oil though.
I love my Fa5! You can tell when the v-tec kicks in, she screams!!!. For a 2k she still sounds healthy the loud ticking is just the fluid injection. The 8th gen is stick-shift friendly. It will not let you stall. Try it out Put it in 1st gear and release the clutch slowly. Recall: paint on the 8th gen suck The Passager airbag needs to be replaced ( it has a metal object if deployed) Contact a honda dealer to get it replaced for free Things to replace: Master cylinder/ sleeve cylinder (EM1) Adjust clutch rod height ( help with the second gear issue) Bleed clutch Wheel rain guard If a light bulb needs to be replaced ( the only clear access is through the rain guard. Do not remove the under-cover for the rear( the trunk has a vent for each side behind the carpet. if removed you will have a lake in your trunk. Unless you block it. Check the cabin filter (located behind the glove department) to get access and squeeze the side glove wall inward. This is just what has gone with my si "Welcome to the 8th gen community" (safe travels)
In my opinion those cars were so ahead of their time that K20 motor will never die and when it does, it's so easy to rebuild, And not that expensive if you have to bring it to a shop for a head gasket or something, And if you want to add a turbo, bolt-ons and you'll be smoking Hellcats.
I have an ‘07 Si coupe in Fiji Blue Pearl. I bought it with 186k now it has 205k. I’m getting clear coat peel now and have rust issues on the lower rockers and passenger rear quarter but it runs great! I replaced the shocks on front and rear with OE parts, replaced all the 02 sensors and front wheel bearings. Also brought it to Honda for the 200k full service. They replaced the spark plugs and the belt. Timing chain is still solid but might replace the tensioner. My only gripe is the awesome factory stereo quit working. I ordered a factory head unit from Jeg’s and it’s on back order. I’d recommend one of these to anyone who wants a reliable commuter that is fun to drive and gets about 28 mpg as long as you don’t hit Vtec too often.
Great video! I bought an 09 coupe in 2016 with about 85,000 miles on it, however it was previously in a front end collision.. Sold it in 2019 (speaking regretfully now lol) but during the time I owned it, it was great. Fun car to rip around and was OK on gas too.
I got mine 6 mos ago and its scheduled for a dyno this month took me a while to replace all the wear and tear parts! changed and upgrades in fuel system, cooling system exterior and interiors etc. i hope i have good results in dyno
Just had mine painted. I did a k24a2 swap ( 50gs km ) so almost brand new awhile ago. My k20z3 is out for rebuild. Nothing wrong with the o.g motor other then it burns oil like hell. I started getting frustrated with adding oil so I decided to swap temporarily until it's fixed. The paint also drove me nuts on these cars I'm surprised the quality of paint was so bad . Other then that it's a solid car ! I can't see myself letting go of it.
I just bought a high mileage 8th gen SI myself with 310k KM/190k miles. Clear coat is in horrendous shape, and the car needed a few fixes mechanically, but I've spent only about $200 fixing it (clutch master needed adjustment and a few other minor/relatively cheap things). Picked the car up for $3,000 CAD or ~2,200 USD. After those few repairs, it's in pretty great shape mechanically. Will be doing a wrap on the exterior to cover up the terrible clear coat and then it'll be a pretty good car over-all. Gets amazing fuel economy as well for what it is.
I bought an 08 Civic Si sedan a few months ago with 43k miles on it. Paint has gone to shit on the hood, front fender/quarter panels, and parts of the ceiling and has a squeaky rattling sound from behind the dash. The passenger b pillar plastic trim has broken clips so it doesn't clip back in place on the top half and the leather on my steering wheel is peeling up like yours but it's fun as hell to drive. It's my first manual that I bought to teach myself stick and is a fun beater when I don't wanna drive my tacoma on 33s and 14mpg lol
In 2002 I bought a ‘96 civic hatchback manual with 210,000 miles on it. Car was super slow but got 40-43 mpg. I bought the car used for $2000. Swapped it for B18 c1 later ❤
The only cars I trust tbh! I owned the 2014 and the 2018 and both were amazing cars! The 2018 was my favorite to drive but my 2014 was my favorite for the look! Great great cars!! I will never get tired of them!!
Have owned a 2010 sport since the dealer and still driving daily at 320000 km. Some minor electrical problems on the windows and have had to replace a blower motor under the glove box a couple times but very minor issues. Only major issue has been the paint.
I don’t own the si wish I did..I have a 09 civic ex..love it..just got some truhart lowering springs shocks and struts installed with megan racing camber arms..she handles pretty good now and the lowered look is badass
I just picked up a 2012 Acura TL SH-AWD with 205k miles with only issue being tpms as well. Going to get timing belt changed for peace of mind. I think you will be fine the TL is replacing a 2003 RSX Type S which is basically same motor you have and that has 189k miles been tuned on hondata since 143k miles and never an issue still pulls just like it did when I bought it those engines are prob the most reliable out of all the Honda motors in my opinion.
@@Generations1 know someone who made it to 948k miles on a J30a4 before dropping a valve. Never even adjusted them, or it would have made the million mile club.
Man, my 2007 Subaru Legacy is impeccable by comparison! Clean interior and exterior, really nothing broken or faded, even the upholstery looks new. Almost makes me think I should keep it going, but at 174k miles it's on borrowed time with leaking head gaskets and some other issues. Can't see pouring money into the car at this point.
Anything past 2001 from Honda/Acura is significantly more dailyable than their 90's chassis lines. The DC5, FG2, FA5 feel modern enough, my only gripe with my old DC4's was that it felt cramped, and the car rattled like it was going to fall apart at times, but dumb reliable nevertheless.
I Have a 2013 SI that I use as my work car, It currently has 215600 miles on it. Runs absolutely perfect and is still on the factory clutch, axles, tie rods etc. Amazing cars! Im curious if I have the highest mileage 9th gen out there. I bought it with 51k on it in 2016
bought my stock 2015 9th gen in 2017 @ 58k on the dash. Several state wide road trips, daily vtec, and several worn tires later I’m sitting at 130k on the dash 2023 running pretty good. Still stock I’ll take it in to a shop to get a full diagnosis. Love this car.
a buddy of mine has an 06’ also a fg2 with 304k on it, on original motor and trans. all highway miles from a elderly that owned it previously and daily drove it since new
I have a 2005 Civic EX Special Edition Coupe. The pain isn't ideal for sure. It sounds good but, its forever seeping out of the head gasket even after 2 fixes already. Luckily its such a small amount I don't even have to refill between mileage. Oh, yeah the speakers fail a lot also. Guess, honda didn't change much between 2005 and 2009.
bought an 09 si coupe black like this a couple years back with 89k miles, now at 170k miles with new paint, lower milage tranny and engine recently swapped in. keeping it forever.
Its a Honda, 200k is expected. Honda did at one point have a program where they would repaint almost the entire car due to that paint issue. But is has long expired. I would start at new end links and check all the suspension bushings. Shocks likely could be still good.
i have a 2002 Civic Si (EP3), i daily drive it about 80-100 miles a day, it has about 300k miles on it and runs like its still being broken in. i just make sure to do regular maintenance, check the oil every couple weeks, and replace any rusty parts.
Just picked up a 2006 si coupe for 6200. It has just over 115k. Original owner was a 71 year old lady who only put on 6k miles a year. 3 oil changes every year and anytime a recommended service came up she got it done. Its mechanically solid and im glad i got a deal on it. Only downside is that its a salvage rebuilt title
It’ll last forever long as the previous owner did the basic maintenance on it!! I’ve owned the 8th gen and currently a 9th gen would love to buy another 8th gen!! 👽🛸
Bro 10th gen is actually not as bad as people say with that small turbo lol the torque was actually a lot more intense than I thought coming from my 9th gen with rbc manifold and short ram, top end is where 8th and 9th at tho especially 8200 rpm from 8th gen lol, but I just feel like 9th gen is lackluster before 4k rpm. 10th gen gives you a way more fun before 5k rpm where we mostly use on daily basis
Hi a very nice video that you made,.you found a good Si ,with only 204,000 on it .give it some TLC ! i drive a 2004 Honda Civic Si Silver Hatchback,i bought new for 18,000,i have 315,800 on it ,FEELING BLESSED to keep on driving it and RUNNING DOWN THAT ROAD! enjoying the ride,BEST OF luck with rebuild ART
I have a 02 Civic SIwith 196,000. Drives great the only real issue I've had is that the exhaust was modified to be obnoxiously loud and a caliper started leaking but I fixed it the exhaust I've fixed mostly it's still decently loud but not ridiculous now. I'm thinking about still quieting it down more though
200k and going strong . I have the 4 door but sitting low mugan look window visor, ground kit front and side Ktune slave, master clutch cylinder, tensioner, and idler pulley. Kenwood speaker all around. Very sick looking car high quality vehicle. I have a TSX Type S K24 prepared to drop in next year after I do a RSX Type S oil pump conversion to hit 9 grand and minor Ktuner tuning. Never get rid of and my 10 year old has his name all over it
Id suggest a, valve adjustment, timing chain, guides, and tensioners, while you're at it the water pump, my 2004 element has almost 300k miles and it doesnt sound that bad, I think the previous owner really took care of it
My 2005 crv died 3 days ago at 339,000. Cylinder #3 quietly lost compression. Religious 5k oil changes. I still can't believe she's gone. I drove home 70 miles at 40mph 3 banging the whole way.
My RSX Type S, very similar car, has the same overall exterior condition. I’ll do a whole respray soon and replace all the old rubbers. Everything works well though, nothing broken just a rough exterior condition
many cats won't even make it to 180k without alot of problems, even when well maintained...the k24's excel in comparison to others, especially 4 bangers..it's not unheard of for big v8's to last a real long time without issues, but 4 bangers require more wear, and tear just to get them going, and that alone means that the k24 holds it place fairly well..
look into getting a 2013 Focus ST for like 10k or less. the motors only cost 800 used, and cake make 600whp with bolt ons and larger turbo. 300/375 stock turbo ;)
Honestly, if it was maintained properly it should sill be mechanically fine. The K & R series motors were the last of the port-fuel injected all gas Honda motors. Then again, how many people actually maintain their car (including 1x per year transmission & brake flush) these days?
ayeee twin, currently fbo tune , on 223k going to add the turbo on low boost 😳👨🔬Honda ftw 🙌 i bought it with the original clutch so it’s blew on me I added a stage 1 exedy car feels great in the canyons
For all those suggesting timing chain change, that's designed to last the life of the car, so unless it rattles, it's a complete waste of money to change it. For those saying to change the timing belt, it doesn't have one of those. I had one of these new and I got rid of it because of a 1-2 shift high RPM gear grind (well documented issue). Does yours have that issue?
I own an OEM civic si 2009/2010 sedan in Brazil since 2017. Almost 60000miles. This coupe version wasn't avaliable in Brazil. I guess it's cheaper for you to restore a car like this because it's considered a popular car in the USA, car parts for you shoud be also much more available to buy. In Brazil I need to order a car part and wait a few days, the prices are expensive in some cases. In Brazil the civic is considered a car for well sucedeed people - it's true.
@@Generations1 I'm enjoying my car since I bought it. This configuration it's practically impossible to find in modern cars, especially in Brazil - a manual transmission 2.0liter aspirated. I forgot to say in the previous comment, but the Civic Si in Brazil is becoming a collectible car. The Civic VTI of the 90's is the current Honda collectible car, very hard to find a OEM model
Any Toyota A series or K series engine are very reliable. Got 320k miles on my 95 Celica with only timing belt, brakes, and battery change in the 11 years of ownership. Keep the RPMs low though if you want longer life. Good stuff
Those sun visors always break. I broke mine the first day I was driving my car home from picking it up 😂 I pushed it forward to the window, and when I went to put it back, something broke inside causing it to hang down
Hold on to this car! Somewhere out there is my VIT tuned Hondata ECU 09 Si coupe with high flow cat, cat back exhaust, CAI, and rear sway bar. Tune had VTEC at 4,000 rpm with redline at 8500. Hopefully whoever bought it from the dealer I sold it to knew what they were getting.
I own a 2007 Si sedan with 168k miles in white and the paint is in excellent condition. I’m also in the desert in Tucson. Yours musta not had any sun protection.
The only problem I ever had with mine was the sun roof would get stuck. Got rear ended in Phoenix the day after I renewed my registration, put a new starter and brakes on. Now a have a red 2015 sedan that I really enjoy and have left completely stock. Last year before they put the turbo's on and I enjoy it.
I have '08 EX-L and its by far the best that car I have daily'd. Its comfy, got all the features you need, nice to drive, a surprisingly good stereo, great mileage and most importantly dead reliable. Just avoid the interstate tho.
I was just highlighting that the USA has a lot of roads that are better obviously not everywhere in the USA on the cars seem by their longevity that could be the case as regards mileage?
I bought the 2007 four door si, i bought it brand new. 195 k 5 starters, always synthetic oil changes, one clutch done in the driveway, besides starters i somehow get 32 mpg still. And one knock sensor. Not one leak zero nada zip lol. stillllll rips and melts the tires.
These cars can last. Some folks just don’t understand. Even if maintenance does come upon it won’t cost a leg and & an arm to replace compared to other car brands.
I bought a 2009 acura tsx 6speed with a k24 in it making 201hp i think 170 whp car is so fun at times not fast but unique for a honda paint had better days not as faded as this one or little to no fade just scratches and some dents but one thing i will tell K24 burns tons of oil mine burns a quart every 750 miles i want to say because so far in 1734 miles i driven on this oil change burn 2 quarts or more i think i do drive it like i stole it everytime i get a change to race it and redline it i will and always deliver although i never knew a engine can comsume oil but im going to keep my first manual car hopefully and make it faster i can always rebuild it put fresh rings dont sleep on these car if you only have that low amount and can afford a higher end car get a honda with a k in it better than getting something you cant fix urself
@@Generations1 well i drive thinking its a hellcat when its equivalently to honda civic great car it would never be missing oil under my coming love that shitbox fix all the time no check engine last time it turn it on was 02 censor and it turn it off by it self maybe i should’ve stuck to 92 octane instead of 87
I got my son a 08 civic si fa5 with 145 k miles for 4K We spend 3k to replace suspension engine mounts new tires, radiator, air intake, full tune up and is a MTFKA loving car. 😎
