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Old 05-01-2009, 02:12 AM
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just got a new 08 Si
got a good deal on a brand new 08 Si 4 door.

The lady needed a car with AC for the kid, so i figured why not replace her 06 civic with an 08 Civic Si

so far my impression is, what a fun car....

pictures to follow tomorrow!

by the way, whats a good forum (one with adults not young punks) for Si's and anyone else have any helpful information? Thanks
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Old 05-01-2009, 02:18 AM
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Congrats on your purchase!!

I've seen quite a few around the neighborhoods here. What color did you get?
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Congrats. That is definitely a fun little car.

Also, thumbs-up to your wife for knowing how to drive stick!
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I found that 8thcivic.com is the good civic site on the web, a lot of good information and helpful people over there.

Congrats on the new whip!
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awesome choice, enjoy it!
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Old 05-01-2009, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by iTimmy
I found that 8thcivic.com is the good civic site on the web, a lot of good information and helpful people over there.

Congrats on the new whip!
Registered there last night.

The Si is grey
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Old 05-01-2009, 10:57 AM
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So she had an 06 civic without A/C?
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Old 05-01-2009, 11:11 AM
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congrats. Your other civic didn't have AC and you live in LA?

BTW, I like that 8thcivic forum.
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nice, congrats! I love Si.
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Old 05-01-2009, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by CarbonGray Earl
congrats. Your other civic didn't have AC and you live in LA?

BTW, I like that 8thcivic forum.
it's 72 degrees 95% of the year. The baby will need the AC though
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Enjoy!!! Cant wait to peep it out!
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they still make cars without A/C?
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Old 05-01-2009, 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by BC2G
it's 72 degrees 95% of the year. The baby will need the AC though
I live here too. I guess you're more coastal? Even then, it gets hot as a mofo.

Edit: don't mean to get this sidetracked, congrats on the SI. I considered trading in my TSX for it.
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Congrats I have an 08 FA5 in Fiji Blue Pearl. I'm a member over at 8th also. Congrats.

Quick things...

1. As soon as 3rd gear gets kinda notchy and starts to pop out of gear take it to the dealer. The TSB work is free and works great.
2. The AC isn't really too powerful but after reading that it doesn't get too hot it shouldnt be an issue.

ENjoy!
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Congrat, you can not go wrong with Acura/Honda cars.
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sorry guys went to dodger game, pics tomorrow...

I know I know pics first thread second, gotta go hit the bluffs and take some good pics

And again... What a fun car!!
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Congrats on your new Civic. I am not registered on 8thgen, but I found some good reviews about HIDs I bought a while ago over there.
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Old 05-02-2009, 02:09 AM
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Originally Posted by CarbonGray Earl
I guess you're more coastal? Even then, it gets hot as a mofo.
BINGO!

and yea it does get hot as butt sometimes
06 civic DX vp (value package) ftl!!
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Great choice! If I could recommend anything it would be the HFP Suspension. Although, this could be a difficult decision to make, if your wife will be driving it mostly with the kid. 8thcivic is great. You'll see me over there. Let me know if you have any questions.
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Here's mine with the suspension right after I got it

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Old 05-03-2009, 12:59 AM
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phone pic: better photos to come i promise;

my girls...
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Old 05-03-2009, 10:36 AM
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Really dig the Si, Congrats!

8thcivic is a great forum
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Enjoy it, its a fun car. I love mine, but I sometimes wish I would have waited for the sedan.
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Originally Posted by BC2G
phone pic: better photos to come i promise;

my girls...
wow hott

















and the girl looks pretty good too
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congrats those are nice looking cars
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Looks good. And a young woman who can handle a manual? Does she drink beer too?

Nice. More pics.....
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she loves beer but is pregnant now, so shes a permanent DD at the moment:

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Great color choice. Silver Hondas FTW. Oh and congrats on your wife(?) being pregnant!
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Great color choice. Silver Hondas FTW. Oh and congrats on your wife(?) being pregnant!
Thanks man!!

She'll be my wife soon I'd imagine, didnt want to rush the proposal on account of the pregnancy
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they still make cars without A/C?
You can get a Hyundai Accent with no A/C, no radio, and manual windows, mirrors, and locks. Does have power steering and brakes, though. No ABS...don't stretch your luck.

To the OP...congrats on the new ride. I'm sure you'll enjoy it for years to come.
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nice ride. Friend has an 06 sedan and its quite spacious inside.
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Wait, BC2G, I just realized that you said you got a "new" car. How did you get a "new" '08 in May '09?
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Congrats on the Si and expected arrival!

Great car and excellent looking mom to be!
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