Thinking of getting an '08 4dr Si
02-15-2012, 11:24 AM
#1
Three Wheelin'
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Thinking of getting an '08 4dr Si
Has anyone heard of any issues/problems with this car?
Is this the best model ( believe its the last model built before they went to the new body & K24 engine )
will be keeping the TL & s4 btw.
Just looking for a fun little car to use at the track.
Plus, its easier to fix/repair honda/acuras than my s4.
Can anyone share their opinion on the si? Preferrably someone that may have one already?
Is this the best model ( believe its the last model built before they went to the new body & K24 engine )
will be keeping the TL & s4 btw.
Just looking for a fun little car to use at the track.
Plus, its easier to fix/repair honda/acuras than my s4.
Can anyone share their opinion on the si? Preferrably someone that may have one already?
02-15-2012, 11:28 AM
#2
I drive a Subata.
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What's your budget for it?
02-15-2012, 11:40 AM
#3
OP,
If you have TWO 4door vehicles, why the hell would you buy another?
Get an S2000!
If you have TWO 4door vehicles, why the hell would you buy another?
Get an S2000!
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02-15-2012, 12:54 PM
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Team Owner
Has anyone heard of any issues/problems with this car?
Is this the best model ( believe its the last model built before they went to the new body & K24 engine )
will be keeping the TL & s4 btw.
Just looking for a fun little car to use at the track.
Plus, its easier to fix/repair honda/acuras than my s4.
Can anyone share their opinion on the si? Preferrably someone that may have one already?
Is this the best model ( believe its the last model built before they went to the new body & K24 engine )
will be keeping the TL & s4 btw.
Just looking for a fun little car to use at the track.
Plus, its easier to fix/repair honda/acuras than my s4.
Can anyone share their opinion on the si? Preferrably someone that may have one already?
Better front bumper with fog light integrated and better looking wheels.
2012 is the first year For K24.
02-15-2012, 01:09 PM
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I drive a Subata.
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I would recommend you getting a S2K/Miata over a Si. 
02-15-2012, 01:55 PM
#6
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
interesting...never even thought of the coupe.
As for my budget,... i really dont want to spend more than 15k as i'll just buy it out right.
I know these cars are a hot commodity , I just dont want to wake up finding the car on bricks. Mind you i live in PA now so hopefully I wont have to worry about that.
The s2000 is too small for me.
02-15-2012, 02:05 PM
#7
Three Wheelin'
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I guess the 2011 would be best.
doubt i can find one for what im willing to pay.
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02-15-2012, 02:15 PM
#8
The Dumb One
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2011.. no
2010 probably not unless somebody is desperate
2009.. def. find some in the <15,000 range.
2008.. i think that's your winner.
and i disagree with the 2 door idea... the sedans look better to me in the SI trim.
2010 probably not unless somebody is desperate
2009.. def. find some in the <15,000 range.
2008.. i think that's your winner.
and i disagree with the 2 door idea... the sedans look better to me in the SI trim.
02-15-2012, 02:52 PM
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Turd Polisher
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If you can find a way to fit ...
S2000
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S2000
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02-15-2012, 05:23 PM
#12
The sizzle in the Steak
S2k
02-15-2012, 06:02 PM
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I drive a Subata.
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02-15-2012, 06:39 PM
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Three Wheelin'
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02-15-2012, 06:42 PM
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Three Wheelin'
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02-15-2012, 07:07 PM
#19
Turd Polisher
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You could always have the seat rails redesigned. 
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02-15-2012, 07:10 PM
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In the Mid-South meow
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I'm confused why out of all the used cars out there you'd pick a Civic Si sedan for a track car? Why not go RWD and get something like a mid-90's Trans Am or Z28? For much less than the cost of an Si you'd have something right off the bat that would blow it's doors off and is super cheap to make even faster. Just wondering. 
02-15-2012, 07:57 PM
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ITT: OP has a weight problem
02-15-2012, 09:26 PM
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An S2000 can't fit someone 6'3? That's relatively tall, but it's not exceptionally tall. 
Point still stands though, that there are much better track cars than a Civic Si, especially for $15,000. What about a WRX, or older STi?
Point still stands though, that there are much better track cars than a Civic Si, especially for $15,000. What about a WRX, or older STi?
02-15-2012, 09:32 PM
#23
E92
And why do you want an Si for the track? There are much better options for 15k. E36 M3, S14, FC RX-7, etc...
The stock seats are very narrow. I'm a snug fit at a 36" waist
02-16-2012, 12:42 PM
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In the Mid-South meow
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It's true for some people that are 6'3", me being one of them. I tried sitting in one at the dealership and I couldn't even get my leg underneath the steering wheel. There's no way I could fit in an S2000, even uncomfortably.
02-21-2012, 12:39 PM
#27
The Box
I'm 6'4, I can fit in an S2K but only with the top down and the Pillar is in my way of seeing the road.
I really wanted to fit, but just couldn't. Same story with the Miata.
OP, have you looked at some older e30's? With a LOT of searching, you may even be able to find a e30 M3 around the price range. Now that would be fun.
I really wanted to fit, but just couldn't. Same story with the Miata.
OP, have you looked at some older e30's? With a LOT of searching, you may even be able to find a e30 M3 around the price range. Now that would be fun.
02-21-2012, 08:48 PM
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Team Owner
02-21-2012, 08:50 PM
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02-21-2012, 09:06 PM
#30
I drive a Subata.
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We should just drop the S2k subject. He said it's too big for him. Recommend something else.
02-21-2012, 09:46 PM
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I drive a Subata.
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02-23-2012, 05:48 PM
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Team Owner
02-23-2012, 06:01 PM
#34
We got my son a 2010 Si for graduation... He wanted the sedan over the coupe... its a sharp good looking car IMHO
Black with tint..
My beef is the shifting,,, I'm getting old i guess but dam your like in third freaking gear in 30 yards
It would be a blast on the track, as for city driving not for me..
Black with tint..
My beef is the shifting,,, I'm getting old i guess but dam your like in third freaking gear in 30 yards
It would be a blast on the track, as for city driving not for me..
02-24-2012, 03:53 PM
#37
I drive a Subata.
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350Z sounds better since he has two sport sedans already.
02-24-2012, 04:24 PM
#38
אני עומד עם ישראל
02-24-2012, 04:44 PM
#39
I have a friend who is getting ready to sell his 2008 Mugen Civic SI if that is something that interests you.
Tein S-tech lowering springs 2.5"
Vibrant 2.5" full exhaust
Vibrant full race header with cat-delete
XL8R Dual Gauge pod
Stage 2 Comptech supercharger with 550 cc injectors
TWM stage 2 short shifter with weighted knob
TWM shifter bushings
AEM boost gauge
AEM air to fuel ratio gauge
VIS carbon fiber Mugen RR hood, custom painted
Full USDM Mugen kit
Full Mugen rims with red pin stripe
15% tinted windows
Navigation, from factory
Hondata Flashpro
New tires, BF Goodwrench KW2
Custom Evans tuning tune, producing 300 hp
Mugen Si door seals
Mugen window visors
JDM front and rear Honda badges
Pro Civic XEON HID headlights with brand new bulbs
New BOSCH, Honda recommended windshield wipers
Carbon Fiber custom painted rear window winglet
Fully serviced by Bobby Rahal Honda and all the after market parts installed by HPT Autosports
Has 117,232 miles on the motor
Leak down test shown that there was only 3% leakage in each cylinder at 110,000 miles
Tein S-tech lowering springs 2.5"
Vibrant 2.5" full exhaust
Vibrant full race header with cat-delete
XL8R Dual Gauge pod
Stage 2 Comptech supercharger with 550 cc injectors
TWM stage 2 short shifter with weighted knob
TWM shifter bushings
AEM boost gauge
AEM air to fuel ratio gauge
VIS carbon fiber Mugen RR hood, custom painted
Full USDM Mugen kit
Full Mugen rims with red pin stripe
15% tinted windows
Navigation, from factory
Hondata Flashpro
New tires, BF Goodwrench KW2
Custom Evans tuning tune, producing 300 hp
Mugen Si door seals
Mugen window visors
JDM front and rear Honda badges
Pro Civic XEON HID headlights with brand new bulbs
New BOSCH, Honda recommended windshield wipers
Carbon Fiber custom painted rear window winglet
Fully serviced by Bobby Rahal Honda and all the after market parts installed by HPT Autosports
Has 117,232 miles on the motor
Leak down test shown that there was only 3% leakage in each cylinder at 110,000 miles
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02-24-2012, 04:51 PM
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I drive a Subata.
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What's the point of getting a car that's almost fully modified?