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1989rps13 · 11-03-2008, 07:23 PM

I have been heavily thinking about buying a 99-00 civic si. The reason is because its newer, looks clean and its a Honda(good mpg). Before i was thinking about the SRT-4 but it looks too much like a neon. Right now i have a 240sx hatchback with SR that ive driven for almost 2yrs. and NO problems at all except that it wastes a lot of gas. I feel as if the 240sx is just going to be a MONEY PIT. Im keeping my 240sx though

I LOVE IT. I CANT LET IT GO. I just dont want to modify the car with cheap parts and id rather do it the right way in a couple years when i get a job in the criminal justice field

These are the +'s bout the civic si IMO
-good mpg!!!!
-good looking
-wont be a money pit ( i wouldnt want to modify it trust me although some may argue i will.)
-its a honda LOL i feel more secure in one for daily ( although my hatchy has been reliable for the last 2yrs)

-'s about my 240sx

- dont want to modify right now with cheap parts ( i love it too much)
-wastes a lot of gas
- SHITTING MY PANTS IF I GET PULLED OVER WITH THE SR20

thats about it !

AND FINALLY WHO HAS OWN A 99-00 CIVIC SI? OR CURRENTLY OWNS ONE?
HOW DO YOU LIKE IT?

i saw one at a dealership that looked nice and clean i might go check it out if not ill just buy one cash from a honda guy in a forum

qwikspool · 11-03-2008, 07:25 PM

i used to own one back in 2004. good on mpg.
what color are you going to be getting?

SexPanda · 11-03-2008, 07:27 PM

An SRT4 looks too much like a a neon?

I've never seen the resemblance. lol.

Civic's are ok. My almost stock s13 would kill my friend pat's Si going uphill, but besides that, they're pretty decent.

1989rps13 · 11-03-2008, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by qwikspool

i used to own one back in 2004. good on mpg.
what color are you going to be getting?

blue or red( they did have si's in red right? cause i think i saw one a week ago in red.

I'd take either Blue or Red

Any other good or bad stuff about the si since you owned one?
thanks!!

SexPanda · 11-03-2008, 07:29 PM

yep they came in red. There are a few 99 red si's around here.

and a blue one and a black one.

Stoichiometric · 11-03-2008, 07:30 PM

I've not owned a 99 si but I have owned Hondas and have driven each and every engine class that to offer.

If you want a reliable car, then the Civic is probably it. I always liked the 99 si.

You have a B16A2 engine I believe. It has about 160hp on paper and it dives nicely.
The powerplant, the 1.6 liter dual cam Variable Timing (VTAAK) is nice.

For a 1.6 DOH with Variable timing producing 160hp and our 240sx with a 2.4 liter KA that only produces 155hp on paper and weighs more, the Honda is faster stock wise, not to mention using less gasoline.

The only problem with the B series and nother FWD Honda engine, is the hassle or the clutch work. Even changing the timing belts and other belts are a biatch because they are located on the driver side of the engine.

In addition, parts are more costly, and good lucking finding a B16 or 1999 Honda at the junk yards.

Pros: Gas, Power, Lightweight, clean car as is.
Cons: Clutch, belts, parts availability. and FWD

Stoichiometric · 11-03-2008, 07:30 PM

Yes, they came in Black, Red, and Electric Blue.

1989rps13 · 11-03-2008, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SexPanda

An SRT4 looks too much like a a neon?

I've never seen the resemblance. lol.

Civic's are ok. My almost stock s13 would kill my friend pat's Si going uphill, but besides that, they're pretty decent.

yah you read correct lol.

Please lets not take this into "street racing" or my s13 can beat up a civic thread. I alread have my hatchy w/sr and thats plenty fun for me

I dont care if it lacks tremendos amount of torque like it does either Im not going to be street racing or doing stupid shit with it.

1989rps13 · 11-03-2008, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Stoichiometric

Yes, they came in Black, Red, and Electric Blue.

thanks for clarifying that. Yea maybe Red cause my hatch is blue already but w/e' comes first is coo with me.

SexPanda · 11-03-2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 1989rps13

yah you read correct lol.

Please lets not take this into "street racing" or my s13 can beat up a civic thread. I alread have my hatchy w/sr and thats plenty fun for me

I dont care if it lacks tremendos amount of torque like it does either Im not going to be street racing or doing stupid shit with it.

lol I didnt mean street racing. I just meant that on the interstate I didnt have to shift into 4th to keep at 75 mph. Pat did lol. And god forbid he try to pass someone on the hills leading towards rolla.

1989rps13 · 11-03-2008, 07:34 PM

In addition, parts are more costly, and good lucking finding a B16 or 1999 Honda at the junk yards.

Pros: Gas, Power, Lightweight, clean car as is.
Cons: Clutch, belts, parts availability. and FWD[/quote]

Glad you mentioned some pro's and cons. Personally for me FWD is coo with me as i will be using it to just drive to work/ school/ fast food places etc..

1989rps13 · 11-03-2008, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by SexPanda

lol I didnt mean street racing. I just meant that on the interstate I didnt have to shift into 4th to keep at 75 mph. Pat did lol. And god forbid he try to pass someone on the hills leading towards rolla.

ah cool then lol. Ya i get mad at my cuzins cause they want me to always step on it when they on my car. I used to (for the first couple months boost was addicting and it was my first car and first turbo car duuhh) But now i drive like a granny and even my mom/ sis get mad that i drive slow

HyperTek · 11-03-2008, 07:49 PM

your in socal dude.,.. i wouldnt even think of it.. probably wont be there when you come out of the mall or school lol

i actually think those are one of the nicer civics.. dont really see them around anymore.. they used to be mad popular

1989rps13 · 11-03-2008, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by HyperTek

your in socal dude.,.. i wouldnt even think of it.. probably wont be there when you come out of the mall or school lol

i actually think those are one of the nicer civics.. dont really see them around anymore.. they used to be mad popular

I just saw 2 of them in Orange. Yes they are pretty rare. I like this civic because its the SI model and one of the best looking coupes rather than the ex bullshit ya feel me? lol

Anybody driven one of these? ima stop by the dealer just to test drive tomorrow

HyperTek · 11-03-2008, 07:56 PM

i actually like these ones, but they are probably more at risk to get stolen

still not enough for me to get one tho,.. but i thought about gettin a car i wouldnt mod and has enough potential to be modded when i get the cash.. I would go VIP.. first or 2nd gen GS300, or 97-00 Q45 boat *once youve had a taste of a high end car, its hard to consider goin back to economy cars*

dirtdiggler666 · 11-03-2008, 08:20 PM

another bad part with the si
good luck findeing one with no salvage title allready

Stoichiometric · 11-03-2008, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by HyperTek

i actually like these ones, but they are probably more at risk to get stolen

still not enough for me to get one tho,.. but i thought about gettin a car i wouldnt mod and has enough potential to be modded when i get the cash.. I would go VIP.. first or 2nd gen GS300, or 97-00 Q45 boat *once youve had a taste of a high end car, its hard to consider goin back to economy cars*

Amen. EG hatchbacks all all time sexy.

My favorite hondas:

1. CRX
2. EG hatch

ronmcdon · 11-03-2008, 08:28 PM

I think it's a solid choice. Only con I can think of is the insurance and theft. also the lack of torque on the civic is going to make feel of that car is very different from a sr'd 240. be prepared to shift a lot more. otherwise, it's a good daily, and great handling car. very forgivable too. While I've only driven a friend's EK Si casually, I have owned a ef crx si, ls-vtec eg, and currently have a fa civic si that I daily drive and occasionally autoX. they are fun, reliable, and good cars overall.

Although not the quickest, it's difficult to go wrong with any of the Si models. Well...the EP Si isn't so much my thing, but I'm sure it's not too bad either. Actually, I take that back. The EF's are highly competitive in autoX.

Rey of Spots · 11-03-2008, 08:32 PM

Those would be great daily drivers, but you live in SoCal.
Not to be a downer, but how long are you going to wait
until it gets stolen? Those are so easy to break into and start.
Trust me, I know.

Stoichiometric · 11-03-2008, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ronmcdon

I think it's a solid choice. Only con I can think of is the insurance and theft. also the lack of torque on the civic is going to make feel of that car is very different from a sr'd 240. be prepared to shift a lot more. otherwise, it's a good daily, and great handling car. very forgivable too. While I've only driven a friend's EK Si casually, I have owned a ef crx si, ls-vtec eg, and currently have a fa civic si that I daily drive and occasionally autoX. they are fun, reliable, and good cars overall. Although not the quickest, it's difficult to go wrong with any of the Si models. Well...the EP Si isn't so much my thing, but I'm sure it's not too bad either.

If you don't want your car to be stolen, Buy a FORD.

*DALAZ_68* · 11-03-2008, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by HyperTek

i actually like these ones, but they are probably more at risk to get stolen

still not enough for me to get one tho,.. but i thought about gettin a car i wouldnt mod and has enough potential to be modded when i get the cash.. I would go VIP.. first or 2nd gen GS300, or 97-00 Q45 boat *once youve had a taste of a high end car, its hard to consider goin back to economy cars*

Fuck yes on the EG6...I drove my brothers Type R converted model for like 6 months b4 selling...i miss that thing...i miss my Accord more

twotoes · 11-03-2008, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SexPanda

Civic's are ok. My almost stock s13 would kill my friend pat's Si going uphill, but besides that, they're pretty decent.

o...m...g.... whats the word im looking for.....
oh yeah:
BULLSHIT!!! LOL you forget kile i own your old s13 and my Si now so I know.

but anyways:

I dont own a 99 si but i do own a decently modded B16 EG coupe and I gotta say it is a very reliable motor which is alot of fun on the interstate. I own both that and an s13 and i gotta say its awesome having both of the cars because they are both so different but very fun in their own ways.

I say: Go for it, because like you said if you get pulled over with that motor in the 240 your fucked dude.

Oh yeah: im a criminal justice major also....so its kinda weird
(s13, civic si, Criminal justice) STOP COPYING ME!!!! lol jk

Stoichiometric · 11-03-2008, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twotoes

o...m...g.... whats the word im looking for.....

oh yeah:

BULLSHIT!!! LOL you forget my friend i own both the s13 and Si now so I know.

I dont own a 99 si but i do own a decently modded B16 EG coupe and I gotta say it is a very reliable motor which is alot of fun on the interstate. I own both that and an s13 and i gotta say its awesome having both of the cars because they are both so different but very fun in their own ways.

I say: Go for it, because like you said if you get pulled over with that motor in the 240 your fucked dude.

Oh yeah: im a criminal justice major also....so its kinda weird
(s13, civic si, Criminal justice) STOP COPYING ME!!!! lol jk

My stock Ka24de has smoked virtually a lot of high end cars.

I smoked an M3, a Mustang GT, a Subaru STI, an Evo 7,8, and 9.

And the other driver was so stupid, they didn't even know that I was racing them. LOL! Some would be just cruising and I just jump on it and zoom right by from behind..on the freeway, and they'd be like, huh??

Hahaha. I smoked them without them knowing it. WOOT!

twotoes · 11-03-2008, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SexPanda

lol I didnt mean street racing. I just meant that on the interstate I didnt have to shift into 4th to keep at 75 mph. Pat did lol. And god forbid he try to pass someone on the hills leading towards rolla.

dude seriously kile...wtf? the s13 is nothing to the vic...how do i know this? because your s13 is mine now. What is that about 4th? I dont think your making any sense at all...oh wait you have never been in the civic so you wouldnt know....

kile = :ghey:

twotoes · 11-03-2008, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stoichiometric

My stock Ka24de has smoked virtually a lot of high end cars.

I smoked an M3, a Mustang GT, a Subaru STI, an Evo 7,8, and 9.

And the other driver was so stupid, they didn't even know that I was racing them. LOL! Some would be just cruising and I just jump on it and zoom right by from behind..on the freeway, and they'd be like, huh??

Hahaha. I smoked them without them knowing it. WOOT!

im sure you did lol im sure they saw your car and thought "damn i dont stand a chance ill just not push it" lol

chibo · 11-03-2008, 09:40 PM

God damn, if I could get over my FWD dislike I'd own one in a heartbeat - so nice.

HyperTek · 11-03-2008, 09:44 PM

what about accord wagon?

SexPanda · 11-03-2008, 09:49 PM

lol pat admit it. Your civic has no torque!

NO TORQUE! And I was in the civic when we went to rolla and toked up with chuck and charles. Was sam there? idk... That car was the most uncomfortable car ever. Thats back when you gutted it tho. We should dynamat your entire interior.

Oh yeah i just watched the ATHF colon movie film for theaters. Lol funny as hell. You've seen it right?

twotoes · 11-03-2008, 09:50 PM

[quote=HyperTek;2427117]what about accord wagon?

omg....wtf?

when? what? huh?

twotoes · 11-03-2008, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SexPanda

lol pat admit it. Your civic has no torque!

NO TORQUE!

Oh yeah i just watched the ATHF colon movie film for theaters. Lol funny as hell. You've seen it right?

yeah no torque, gonna get that on a license plate lol but that wouldnt affect the civic raping the 240 on any street any speed.

11-03-2008, 07:23 PM	#1
1989rps13 BANNED Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: socal Posts: 1,499 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	99-00 civic si what ya think? I have been heavily thinking about buying a 99-00 civic si. The reason is because its newer, looks clean and its a Honda(good mpg). Before i was thinking about the SRT-4 but it looks too much like a neon. Right now i have a 240sx hatchback with SR that ive driven for almost 2yrs. and NO problems at all except that it wastes a lot of gas. I feel as if the 240sx is just going to be a MONEY PIT. Im keeping my 240sx though I LOVE IT. I CANT LET IT GO. I just dont want to modify the car with cheap parts and id rather do it the right way in a couple years when i get a job in the criminal justice field These are the +'s bout the civic si IMO -good mpg!!!! -good looking -wont be a money pit ( i wouldnt want to modify it trust me although some may argue i will.) -its a honda LOL i feel more secure in one for daily ( although my hatchy has been reliable for the last 2yrs) -'s about my 240sx - dont want to modify right now with cheap parts ( i love it too much) -wastes a lot of gas - SHITTING MY PANTS IF I GET PULLED OVER WITH THE SR20 thats about it ! AND FINALLY WHO HAS OWN A 99-00 CIVIC SI? OR CURRENTLY OWNS ONE? HOW DO YOU LIKE IT? i saw one at a dealership that looked nice and clean i might go check it out if not ill just buy one cash from a honda guy in a forum

11-03-2008, 07:27 PM	#3
SexPanda Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Where ever there is free beer Posts: 3,239 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	An SRT4 looks too much like a a neon? I've never seen the resemblance. lol. Civic's are ok. My almost stock s13 would kill my friend pat's Si going uphill, but besides that, they're pretty decent. __________________ BRAND NEW GReddy PRofec E-01 EBC for sale, Cheap!

11-03-2008, 07:29 PM	#5
SexPanda Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Where ever there is free beer Posts: 3,239 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yep they came in red. There are a few 99 red si's around here. and a blue one and a black one. __________________ BRAND NEW GReddy PRofec E-01 EBC for sale, Cheap!

11-03-2008, 07:49 PM	#13
HyperTek Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cali Posts: 13,222 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	your in socal dude.,.. i wouldnt even think of it.. probably wont be there when you come out of the mall or school lol i actually think those are one of the nicer civics.. dont really see them around anymore.. they used to be mad popular __________________ Keep it Classy

11-03-2008, 07:56 PM	#15
HyperTek Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cali Posts: 13,222 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	i actually like these ones, but they are probably more at risk to get stolen still not enough for me to get one tho,.. but i thought about gettin a car i wouldnt mod and has enough potential to be modded when i get the cash.. I would go VIP.. first or 2nd gen GS300, or 97-00 Q45 boat once youve had a taste of a high end car, its hard to consider goin back to economy cars __________________ Keep it Classy

11-03-2008, 07:25 PM	#2
qwikspool Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 1,912 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	i used to own one back in 2004. good on mpg. what color are you going to be getting?

11-03-2008, 07:30 PM	#6
Stoichiometric BANNED Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Riverside and DTLA Posts: 193 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've not owned a 99 si but I have owned Hondas and have driven each and every engine class that to offer. If you want a reliable car, then the Civic is probably it. I always liked the 99 si. You have a B16A2 engine I believe. It has about 160hp on paper and it dives nicely. The powerplant, the 1.6 liter dual cam Variable Timing (VTAAK) is nice. For a 1.6 DOH with Variable timing producing 160hp and our 240sx with a 2.4 liter KA that only produces 155hp on paper and weighs more, the Honda is faster stock wise, not to mention using less gasoline. The only problem with the B series and nother FWD Honda engine, is the hassle or the clutch work. Even changing the timing belts and other belts are a biatch because they are located on the driver side of the engine. In addition, parts are more costly, and good lucking finding a B16 or 1999 Honda at the junk yards. Pros: Gas, Power, Lightweight, clean car as is. Cons: Clutch, belts, parts availability. and FWD

11-03-2008, 07:34 PM	#11
1989rps13 BANNED Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: socal Posts: 1,499 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	In addition, parts are more costly, and good lucking finding a B16 or 1999 Honda at the junk yards. Pros: Gas, Power, Lightweight, clean car as is. Cons: Clutch, belts, parts availability. and FWD[/quote] Glad you mentioned some pro's and cons. Personally for me FWD is coo with me as i will be using it to just drive to work/ school/ fast food places etc..

11-03-2008, 08:20 PM	#16
dirtdiggler666 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: p-dale Age: 41 Posts: 2,113 Trader Rating: (26) Feedback Score: 26 reviews	another bad part with the si good luck findeing one with no salvage title allready

11-03-2008, 08:28 PM	#18
ronmcdon Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: beverly hills Age: 86 Posts: 4,254 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	I think it's a solid choice. Only con I can think of is the insurance and theft. also the lack of torque on the civic is going to make feel of that car is very different from a sr'd 240. be prepared to shift a lot more. otherwise, it's a good daily, and great handling car. very forgivable too. While I've only driven a friend's EK Si casually, I have owned a ef crx si, ls-vtec eg, and currently have a fa civic si that I daily drive and occasionally autoX. they are fun, reliable, and good cars overall. Although not the quickest, it's difficult to go wrong with any of the Si models. Well...the EP Si isn't so much my thing, but I'm sure it's not too bad either. Actually, I take that back. The EF's are highly competitive in autoX.

11-03-2008, 08:32 PM	#19
Rey of Spots Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cerritos, CA Age: 35 Posts: 154 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Those would be great daily drivers, but you live in SoCal. Not to be a downer, but how long are you going to wait until it gets stolen? Those are so easy to break into and start. Trust me, I know. __________________ Zilvia. Serious business.

11-03-2008, 09:40 PM	#26
chibo Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Tempe and Scottsdale, Arizona Age: 33 Posts: 1,425 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	God damn, if I could get over my FWD dislike I'd own one in a heartbeat - so nice. __________________ 1989 S13 \| 1996 S14 \| 2001 E46 \| 2009 ZX6R

11-03-2008, 09:44 PM	#27
HyperTek Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cali Posts: 13,222 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	what about accord wagon? __________________ Keep it Classy

11-03-2008, 09:49 PM	#28
SexPanda Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Where ever there is free beer Posts: 3,239 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	lol pat admit it. Your civic has no torque! NO TORQUE! And I was in the civic when we went to rolla and toked up with chuck and charles. Was sam there? idk... That car was the most uncomfortable car ever. Thats back when you gutted it tho. We should dynamat your entire interior. Oh yeah i just watched the ATHF colon movie film for theaters. Lol funny as hell. You've seen it right? __________________ BRAND NEW GReddy PRofec E-01 EBC for sale, Cheap!

11-03-2008, 09:50 PM	#29
twotoes Zilvia Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kansas City Age: 33 Posts: 293 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	[quote=HyperTek;2427117]what about accord wagon? omg....wtf? when? what? huh?

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