(Part 1) I Bought My High School Dream Car For $1,500! Project Honda Civic Coupe EJ1 EX

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  • @BernsteinOmega
    @BernsteinOmega ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Such a good purchase from the original owner! Makes sense why the car is so unmolested.

  • @BertoJim
    @BertoJim 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Wow what a gorgeous Civic. This is a collectible. Will last you another 10 years. Lucky you’re in Cali with no rust. Have lots of fun 🚗 💨 🤩

  • @chi-towncalifornia5916
    @chi-towncalifornia5916 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    90s was my favorite era for cars. Best combination of analog technology and modern, clean designs. Congrats, Mike!

  • @dubharmonic
    @dubharmonic ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome that you found one with a stick. I miss driving a manual!

  • @randyej2pr
    @randyej2pr ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That car is a very very good example for the time.

  • @blairharris
    @blairharris ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Clean, please film the restoration! Love Honda content!

  • @John_X_77
    @John_X_77 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A Teal 95 Honda Civic was my first car. Great vehicle!

  • @kcr2365
    @kcr2365 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice to see videos of other hobbies of fellow audiophiles 👍🏻

  • @TheMrgonzalo05
    @TheMrgonzalo05 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Solid buy.

  • @MarkMeadows90
    @MarkMeadows90 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What I'd do to own one of these again. I had a 95 Civic coupe as my first car. It was an EX with a 5 speed manual, but it was white in color. I miss that car. Owned it from 2006-2009.

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว

      very nice! everyone i’ve talked to about this car has fond memories of their’s. such a great era for car enthusiasts.

    • @jiditsar928
      @jiditsar928 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why'd you sell it?

    • @MarkMeadows90
      @MarkMeadows90 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@jiditsar928 needed something better and more practical

  • @TysonHugie
    @TysonHugie ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats! That is a great starting point!

  • @alexismunoz6330
    @alexismunoz6330 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a 93 civic coupe that I sold and later regretted it. This imo is the best color these came in. A very special car and one of the best designs from Honda's golden age. Looking forward to seeing you restore it.

    • @jiditsar928
      @jiditsar928 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why'd you sell it?

  • @MrStingraybernard
    @MrStingraybernard ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks nice especially for the year and mileage

  • @edwinpagan7824
    @edwinpagan7824 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this so much I hope to pick one up soon too and Im excited for the future journey with the car!

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      keep us posted if you pick up one as well.

  • @churchgamefowl4198
    @churchgamefowl4198 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great pick up. I believe this is the same vehicle I inquired about. I’ve picked up a few cars in the past by using the “restoration” story (which was true).

  • @junkyardsak2
    @junkyardsak2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    CLEAN!!!!!!!!

  • @randyej2pr
    @randyej2pr ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yeah personally also dislike any spoiler on 92-95 coupes. The trunk has a natural “ducklip” curve to it.

  • @sheldonlamey7010
    @sheldonlamey7010 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great car..I wish you all the best with the restoration reach out if you have any questions.

  • @SnickterP
    @SnickterP 7 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I just picked up a 1995 LX Sedan Manual with 88,000 miles on it from the original owner! Its in very good shape but needs some minor cosmetic stuff, along with a power steering fluid leak. Otherwise, it runs like a champ. My plans are to restore it, along with tighen up the suspension for some precise handling.

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  4 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@SnickterP congratulations! a great car to restore. I just did the entire suspension on my civic. will have video shortly.

  • @tylerspeak8325
    @tylerspeak8325 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just got my first 95 civic coupe with no abs

  • @blairharris
    @blairharris ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New spark plugs would be a good start!

  • @sheldonlamey7010
    @sheldonlamey7010 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where are you sourcing the new windshield....I love the rear wings on these.

  • @vanilla_jupiter
    @vanilla_jupiter 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    12:00 best sound ever!!

  • @Allaces305
    @Allaces305 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it...I didn't know any of those DMV laws.
    The good thing about these cars is that there's tons of aftermarket parts and in no time you should have it looking sweet... If the timing belt is a chain don't even change it... It's basically brand new... You might want to look at the chain guides though... Honestly these cars are basically bullet proof... It sounds great and idles great....I have a '99 infiniti G20 and it runs like a demon.

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah parts are mostly easy to find and cheap. Unfortunately timing chain started in 1996 for Honda. Agreed, 90s cars are simple and very reliable.

  • @lamontruffin327
    @lamontruffin327 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Got one. To same color. With out the sun roof

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      very nice! pls. make a video on yours. I would love to see it.

  • @aaalllen
    @aaalllen ปีที่แล้ว

    What?!! Just remember that a Calvin sticker will give you 5HP =)

  • @sbeezy562
    @sbeezy562 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    damn my dream car...😊i would to buy this from you if you ever decide to sell it...

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      appreciate the compliment. :)

  • @lamontruffin327
    @lamontruffin327 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thays slickkkk

  • @sheldonlamey7010
    @sheldonlamey7010 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I own one I try to study as much information on these cars as I can.

  • @popclutch_100
    @popclutch_100 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I cant find this year, make, mosel anywhere for sell. Especially stock. Where should i look?

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace is where I was looking for mine.

    • @ricardosom7766
      @ricardosom7766 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I’ll sell you mine. 😅

    • @popclutch_100
      @popclutch_100 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ricardosom7766 information sir on the ride..

  • @everythingtrack
    @everythingtrack ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it hold a significant amount of antique value?

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      more nostalgic value than monitory. lol

  • @TrishCanyon8
    @TrishCanyon8 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    BEAUTIFUL and an excellent deal. I just purchased a 93 coupe dx stick 160k on an engine they put in. Mine isn't as pretty. ❤❤❤ENJOY

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      do you have video on your 93? I would love to see it!

  • @cnhhnc
    @cnhhnc ปีที่แล้ว

    So less than a portable audiophile MP3/Flac player, lol! Much LESS!
    I can understand the impulse to revisit ones youth. I think a lot
    of us think about that. But, usually we're fantasizing about some
    muscle car from the past, a corvette, mustang, charger, firebird , camaro, etc.

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nostalgia is strong lol...

  • @cameronblazek3521
    @cameronblazek3521 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, if you are still trying to get rid of one of your Beats Pro. I would love to offer!

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว

      Send me an email, in the About page of the channel.

    • @hg2blackcat411
      @hg2blackcat411 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 95 civic dx, if you want it.

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hg2blackcat411 I wish I have space for another car. Do you have a video on it? I would love to see your Civic.

  • @evanfrechette6437
    @evanfrechette6437 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can I find the spoiler?

    • @shedontloveme9097
      @shedontloveme9097 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can't they are rare and very hard to find they cost around $100 if u can find one and you will have to drill and connect the wires urself.

  • @roberttophan9314
    @roberttophan9314 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's size are the tires?

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว

      tiny... 185/60/14 so small Costco doesn't even sell them. lol...

  • @bambam8774
    @bambam8774 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting. Typical Japanese car from that time. If it doesn't have much rust you're gonna be fine. I used to own 97' nissan primera, it was really reliable but it had a lot of rust and that finished it off.

  • @BlackRedandDEad
    @BlackRedandDEad ปีที่แล้ว

    I get that you want to keep it original, but as an audiophile, why not put in nicer speakers?

    • @HiFiInsider
      @HiFiInsider  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've done high end car audio before in the 90s. In fact, I was a certified IASCA sound comp judge. Still have the pin to prove it. lol... As I get older, I like the simplicity of original. Did you see the 92 Acura Integra on Jay Leno garage? They appraised it for $18K.