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After having a valve spring break, allowing the piston to
break off the valve in my hatchback...and then completely
destroying the engine...my wife and I decided that I needed a
reliable everyday car. All my efforts to make my
hatchback the dual duty track/work car were not well met.
Not to worry, I have no intention of releasing my hatch from
the stable... Not sure what I
would like, I set out to find a car to suit my needs. I
drove an RX8, Mazda 6 v6 5spd, Mini Cooper S, Subaru Sti,
Subaru Legacy, VW GTi, Audi A3 and probably some other cars
that I have already forgotten.
When I drove the Si, I wasn't
necessarily blown away by the car, but compared to the rest it
was the best bet. Bang for the buck, this was the best
car. Insurance rates play against more intense cars like the
STi, 350z, or even the WRX. Bang for the buck, the civic
has hardware that most cars could only dream of that go for
substantially more money.
Factory LSD, vehicle stability control
and traction control, very fast 13.6:1 ratio electrically
assisted steering rack, 11.8" front brakes and upgraded
swaybars. It even has cruise control! (take that
evo!) The list of standard options on this civic reads
like my typical wish list!
Modifications:
- JDM Red Stitched Shift Boot
- Factory Fog Lights
- Compact Air Horn
Future Plans:
I don't have anything really serious
planned. Being my daily driver, I need to keep it as
reliable as I can. Most of the modifications that would
make a difference would either compromise reliability or
drivability.
That being said, Here are a few things I
would consider down the road:
- Cobb or Hondata to reflash the ECU
(Curses DBW Throttle!)
- Brace MC upgrade (if there is one)
- Braided SS brake lines and upgraded
fluid along with more capable pads
  
  
 
  
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