2008 Honda Civic Si with 214,000 miles - POV Review

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  • Wheels - Enkei PF01 wheels
    Suspension - HFP suspension since about 110,000 miles
    Eibach sway bars front and rear
    Brakes - EBC green pads, cross-drilled front rotors
    Engine- all stock, never modified.
    HFP catback exhaust
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  • @yofresh15
    @yofresh15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +380

    When he hit V-TEC the owner looked as if he wanna ask “bro wat are u doing ?” 😂😂😂

  • @TONOCLAY
    @TONOCLAY 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2064

    I laughed when he got on the interstate he revved it out then looked over and they guy is just staring at his tachometer looking like hes thinking "I made a mistake"

    • @PedroHernandez-xx1gi
      @PedroHernandez-xx1gi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      Haha fr

    • @samomiotek7210
      @samomiotek7210 5 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Whenever my dad drives mine I make that face

    • @bostonkreme7091
      @bostonkreme7091 5 ปีที่แล้ว +179

      5:08 LOL

    • @jrag1000
      @jrag1000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +96

      He said, Please don't Vtec.

    • @heczrivz2390
      @heczrivz2390 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      😂😆 HE SAID IN HIS MIND DUUDEE WWWTTFFFFF!

  • @hondaftw1234
    @hondaftw1234 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2532

    214,000 miles and never a check engine light, take that VW guys.

    • @weekend231
      @weekend231 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      ER B 214k miles? laughing in a mercedes and volvo😂💪🏽

    • @conorsmyth9963
      @conorsmyth9963 5 ปีที่แล้ว +172

      ER B They can’t drive their cars 1000 miles without getting a check engine light

    • @tjsmith9449
      @tjsmith9449 5 ปีที่แล้ว +123

      @@weekend231 okaaaaay buddyyyyyyyy. We believe you;)

    • @supremejerry
      @supremejerry 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Incognito Mode I can confirm that you are 100% correct

    • @Banom7a
      @Banom7a 5 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      @@weekend231 only if you own a merc from 1970s

  • @saulreynoso4371
    @saulreynoso4371 4 ปีที่แล้ว +577

    Had an 09 Si new, wife told me to sell it a couple years later. one of the biggest regrets I have done. loved the car so much, that 10 years later I bought me another one. I feel like I got lucky. found an 09 Si sedan white with only 50k miles on it. everything stock except the radio (who care about that). I am back in heaven. Love this car. Will never let it go. will drive it until I cant drive it no more. i am one happy dude again.

    • @ADM1TGAMING
      @ADM1TGAMING 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      How much did you pay? I'm looks for one rn and I've seen a couple with 100 to 150k and wanted to know if it's a good price

    • @good-tn9sr
      @good-tn9sr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +136

      Should’ve got rid of your wife

    • @saulreynoso4371
      @saulreynoso4371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@good-tn9sr haha. Nice one

    • @saulreynoso4371
      @saulreynoso4371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@ADM1TGAMING I did have to pay premium. I got it for 10k. But I saw a lot more civics with more miles that actually cost about the same if not more

    • @saulreynoso4371
      @saulreynoso4371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @BMO she's still here

  • @icculus
    @icculus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +171

    Man I miss my 8th gen Si. Most fun car I’ve ever had. It’s one of those cars you look forward to driving every single time, whether going to work, home, or just running an errand. It’ll rev to 8,000 all day long. I also had a GTI and totally agree with your assessment.

    • @a7xogg
      @a7xogg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I loved mine Soo much I bought another one

    • @mckricks1
      @mckricks1 ปีที่แล้ว

      I used to have a 7th gen which I absolutely loved but it had headgasket and cooling issues. I'm considering the 8th gen. I don't like the looks that much especially the poor front visibility, and it has drive by wire instead of cable. But I'll test drive one and see how it goes.

    • @joshuavtec726
      @joshuavtec726 ปีที่แล้ว

    • @smhbrayDen
      @smhbrayDen ปีที่แล้ว

      What makes it fun?

    • @icculus
      @icculus ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@smhbrayDen Everything. Amazing engine. Amazing shifter. Amazing clutch. Great steering. Great handling. Great ride. Great sound. Light and tossable. There’s not one bad thing about this car. Just a joy to drive.

  • @Michiganmike313
    @Michiganmike313 5 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    That VTEC is soooo addicting

  • @floridamaddogg
    @floridamaddogg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I had a 2007 Civic Sedan SI and i loved it. I still kick myself to this day I didn't keep it much longer than I did. Was a great car. First time I ever drove it, I was shocked how fast revving the k20a engine was. Fastest revving engine I ever had in a car.

  • @GianniAdduci
    @GianniAdduci 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Such an awesome car, I love to shift in this car like the owner mentioned. It's great to see that when people take care of their cars and this civic in specific they hold up well. Props to the owner.

  • @brad214
    @brad214 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You know Topher. I love your videos and actually really enjoyed this review. But there is just something soothing about your drives with no talking. Only sounds of the car and the all the little things. I'm having a hard time which I like better. I've gotten so used to watching your videos with the volume up listening to the cars!
    Keep up the damn good work.

  • @JakeFromLateFarm
    @JakeFromLateFarm 5 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    I miss Honda. This Civic was among the last in a long line of affordable, high-revving VTEC screamers (Civic Si, Integra GS-R, Prelude VTEC etc). They'll likely never be built quite like this again.

    • @ryanlittleton5615
      @ryanlittleton5615 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      100% agree. But to be fair, it's not completely Honda's fault.

    • @andreaescano9641
      @andreaescano9641 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      right.

    • @alexc.20
      @alexc.20 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@ryanlittleton5615 its all of the emissions stuff and everyone turbo-ing everything

    • @ryanlittleton5615
      @ryanlittleton5615 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@alexc.20 Yeah exactly.

    • @emperorpalpatine3088
      @emperorpalpatine3088 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Sadly Honda had to either match the competition with smaller turbo engines, or get left behind.

  • @domingogonzalez7336
    @domingogonzalez7336 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I have an 08 civic si and just hit 214,000 miles,still runs like a champ

  • @erikhanes9491
    @erikhanes9491 5 ปีที่แล้ว +410

    Love that high RPM engine, wish they still made them .

    • @treerexaudi
      @treerexaudi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same

    • @keiserious
      @keiserious 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      The emissions regulations and enthusiasts complaining of no low end torque killed this engine plus it's cheaper to make a small engine and slapping a turbo.

    • @vampy625
      @vampy625 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@keiserious it's not cheap to make a small engine with a turbo

    • @hardspaghetti9989
      @hardspaghetti9989 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      they do, k20 is found in the new turbocharged civic type r

    • @TONOCLAY
      @TONOCLAY 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@hardspaghetti9989 the new type r doesnt rev to 8k or anywhere near it.

  • @RadialSeeker113
    @RadialSeeker113 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I live in India and I have the 2011 1.8V mt. I love this thing. I learned how to drive in this thing. It's brilliant. Puts a bigger smile on my face than a 530d ( My daily)

  • @chrisej5987
    @chrisej5987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That induction noise is intoxicating 😍

  • @Apollo885
    @Apollo885 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I sold my 07 Si last year and watching this video made my throat clench just a little. I've never been so attached to a vehicle and you're making me miss it big time! Hope he keeps it another 200k

  • @MexicoTijuana741
    @MexicoTijuana741 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    2010 Honda Civic si no check engine light, 215,000 miles
    Was never into Honda until I had my first one great cars

  • @markadams3047
    @markadams3047 5 ปีที่แล้ว +709

    I guess if General Motors build cars as good as Honda or Toyota they wouldn't have to close down so many plants.

    • @treerexaudi
      @treerexaudi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lol true

    • @crispinsugita9398
      @crispinsugita9398 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      It's not really that simple. GM under past ownership would never have the kind of foresight to do this. They are closing factories of cars that don't sell well due to the demand for SUV's, and retooling for electric. While painful, I think this shows how the new GM leadership are actually thinking about the future.

    • @RobertNES816
      @RobertNES816 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      GM needs to build cars people actually want first. All they can manage are boring grocery getters.

    • @lonewhitewolf8232
      @lonewhitewolf8232 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Mark Adams there are lots of GM vehicles that pass over 300k miles on the odometer without any major issues

    • @za4117
      @za4117 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@lonewhitewolf8232 The only GM's that can do that are trucks or the cars that had the 3800 variant (Series I,II, or III) motor in them. Such a crime shame that GM ended that engine 10 years ago. Did you know that GM had an internal memo that they needed to cancel the 3.8 motor because it was "too good" and thus they needed a more disposable engine to use.
      Good luck getting 300K out of anything GM has put since their bankruptcy. Those 3.6's LOVE to stretch their timing chains......

  • @shortty7618
    @shortty7618 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    yep my 07 si coupe is still going strong about 154k miles. The paint isnt very nice and the headliner sags but she has never let me down. Drove it 3 hours a day for a little over a year, and it never left me STRANDED! Probably will keep it forever, and just put a new engine in it whenever this one gives out.

  • @luisbecerra8541
    @luisbecerra8541 4 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    My 06 Civic si have 315000 miles an still running like new I drive 60 miles every day ,VTEC addicted

    • @CimotaTJ
      @CimotaTJ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Still???

    • @smedlerful
      @smedlerful 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi,
      Did you ever get the valves adjusted? My maintenance minder is telling me to do it but not sure if necessary.
      Thanks

    • @rebornld6446
      @rebornld6446 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      For real? Or u swap new engine on?

    • @jtsavage7906
      @jtsavage7906 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jesus

    • @IPL_VIC
      @IPL_VIC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jesus and i might be getting a 180k mile one and I’m wondering how long it might last me. You give me hope lol

  • @scottyb226
    @scottyb226 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    enjoyed the review and its nice to see this car getting some recognition, they've been overlooked for years with the other manufacturers throwing boost at their engines and getting bigger numbers. you can make these cars fast of course, but what i love about them is how visceral and balanced they are from the factory while still being completely reliable, practical and cheap to own. its very easy to put them at their limit and the overall experience is so much fun. these are the last of their kind and kinda special as Hondas go, only the S2K, NSX, ITR and the 8th gen Si got the high revving VTEC/6spd/LSD combo in the US. Honda will never make an engine like the N/A K20 again for us Average Joes due to emissions and the horsepower wars, so go experience one of these while you can whether its just a drive or owning one. i'll have my 2010 FA5 for as long as possible.

  • @williamcruz7976
    @williamcruz7976 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I just got an '09 Sedan Si. So far I love it. Came from an older dude that never did any mods and rarely drove it up to 71,000 miles. The car feels new and it handles well.

    • @TheBlazeboy69
      @TheBlazeboy69 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just bought a 2018 Si Sedan for commute/DD , found one with 1200 miles, 😃 $17k ...this is most fun u can have with ur clothes on..my other car is a M5.

  • @suilujre777
    @suilujre777 5 ปีที่แล้ว +446

    the owner reminds me of sofyan from redline reviews a bit

    • @matthewjackson549
      @matthewjackson549 5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      And they are both clearly fudge-packers.

    • @fallguy4209
      @fallguy4209 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Yeah both are gay

    • @battosaijenkins946
      @battosaijenkins946 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Because it is Soyfan u dumbshit...

    • @fallguy4209
      @fallguy4209 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Battosai Jenkins lol that isn’t sofyan this is bigger flammer.

    • @ms3173
      @ms3173 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I noticed that haha

  • @lflcoast
    @lflcoast 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Had a brand new 8th SI in 2008 till 2011 when I sell it. I always regret it so in 2015 I buy a 06 Civic SI with 100k miles. Now with 140k miles + it still run like brand new. I think I will have a 8th gen for life.

    • @foehammerone
      @foehammerone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It's amazing car. I have a 17 Si, good car but man, the 8th gen is just something special. Maybe I should get one again.

    • @markymark535
      @markymark535 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You still got ur si???

    • @lflcoast
      @lflcoast 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@markymark535 no sir car is sold since last November. 5 years and 46k miles of pure joy. Loved that car so much

  • @Chad.D
    @Chad.D 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    the SI is pretty nice stock.... one of the rare OEM car geared to performance without boost.

  • @Brazillianboi69
    @Brazillianboi69 5 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Wow still looks new

    • @treerexaudi
      @treerexaudi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ikr!

    • @especiallysi5643
      @especiallysi5643 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      you wanna see new i have a 08 si coupe in black with 47k miles

    • @ShaiyanHossain
      @ShaiyanHossain 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      these things looked goofy when they were new (especially the coupe, even more so the split tier dash) but they look in place with today's over styled behemoths

    • @especiallysi5643
      @especiallysi5643 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      quirky yes, but i wouldn't say over styled @@ShaiyanHossain

  • @mrknowmyself
    @mrknowmyself 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my few favorite youtuber :)
    Thank you for your high quality videos

  • @GhadSpeed
    @GhadSpeed 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    2012 Civic Si owner. Daily driven and right now I’m sitting at 135,500 miles. No problems at all. CMC and slave cylinder was replaced at 62,000 miles and new clutch was put in at 118,000 since the car still runs flawlessly.
    Just an update*** I’m currently @ 177,000 miles. Car still runs great had a few little problems I’ve ran into and it all started @ 175,000 miles.
    LEFT REAR brake caliper blew and started leaking, easy fix thanks to TH-cam. The other problem I ran into was my ALTERNATOR . Got it replaced 3x from Advance Auto Parts and the 3rd alternator finally got my car running correctly, boy I tell I was stressed as hell for a week straight, the first 2 alternators I had put in the civic was CarQuest brand and it was no luck for me. 1st one died after a day of installing. 2nd one gave out after a week. Not only did they gave out on me it was also causing my Si to idle surge at rolling stops & dead stops. But as of today the car runs fine. I plan on riding till the wheels fall off.

    • @awnis001
      @awnis001 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yo any more updates bud?

    • @GhadSpeed
      @GhadSpeed 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad I checked this. I’m currently @ 232,000 miles as of today and still running strong. 💪

    • @Mansimran24
      @Mansimran24 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GhadSpeedwhat are the symptoms of a bad CMC and slave? Did you replace with OEM parts?

  • @jkidd7608
    @jkidd7608 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was one of my favorite Si models. Awesome cars.

  • @TedwardDrives
    @TedwardDrives 5 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    Love me an 8th gen

    • @natstreak2794
      @natstreak2794 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      7th gen

    • @TedwardDrives
      @TedwardDrives 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ?

    • @GlobalEnemy4ever
      @GlobalEnemy4ever 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      FoxYHere 8th gen*******

    • @Fifthcell
      @Fifthcell 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      FoxYHere did you hit the 7 on accident? The 8th gen is so much better...

    • @natstreak2794
      @natstreak2794 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Fifthcell sort of xD, didn't notice that..

  • @lionzilla2173
    @lionzilla2173 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2397

    The reason it’s at 214k with no problems is probably because he doesn’t drive it like this lol

    • @marcovargas4010
      @marcovargas4010 5 ปีที่แล้ว +93

      Haha I was thinking the same.

    • @dlg5485
      @dlg5485 4 ปีที่แล้ว +403

      Or perhaps it's just a well designed and built car like most Hondas. I've owned 3 of them over the last 25 yrs and have never had a single mechanical or electrical problem of any kind. My local dealer sees plenty of Hondas with way over 200k...it's not at all unusual.

    • @dlg5485
      @dlg5485 4 ปีที่แล้ว +160

      @@Daddychill945 Choosing not to mod a vehicle says nothing in particular about the owner. Some people just like a stock vehicle, without all the problems, complications and cost that often comes with modifications.

    • @Daddychill945
      @Daddychill945 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Lionel I am no this guys blew up at 240,000 miles and beat on it daily wen h had it at 180,000

    • @VEA-un9hx
      @VEA-un9hx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tru

  • @victuringan1429
    @victuringan1429 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Honda Civic lasts forever! My dad has the same car. He's still using it until now.

  • @TheGerbsteve
    @TheGerbsteve 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    182k miles on my 07 8th gen si fg2. Hopefully she keeps going. Biggest factor is oil changes, fresh coolant, fresh fluids, etc. K20 is one bulletproof engine.

  • @tkh9881
    @tkh9881 5 ปีที่แล้ว +390

    Japanese reliability!!

    • @Fifthcell
      @Fifthcell 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      T Kh Japanese reliability in a car that was assembled in Canada! Lol

    • @delaticgaming2559
      @delaticgaming2559 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Still Japanese

    • @gallardo20000
      @gallardo20000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      most of the parts are made in Japan including the engine and transmission

    • @darkoverlord56
      @darkoverlord56 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Hmm... No. I’ve owned Toyotas, Hondas, and Nissans (specifically maximas) and Nissan can’t touch Toyota or Honda in terms of reliability. They did themselves in when they merged with Renault. And I sure as hell wouldn’t buy any other Japanese brand... say Mitsubishi.

    • @kade5005
      @kade5005 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Fifthcell I have my dealer tag from my si 70% made in Japan (engine,trans) and 30% made in Mexico

  • @ryanthompson1927
    @ryanthompson1927 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm a little late but just bought this car as my first manual and I'm loving it! so cool to see a car with nearly 150,000 more miles than mine and it looks like it drives just like mine!

  • @gerardoramon9270
    @gerardoramon9270 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Still have my 08 sedan si..best car I've ever owned bought when I was 17 had it for 10 years now..and it served me well currently sitting in storage thinking of bringing back out

  • @edwinykim
    @edwinykim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    My honda civic 2008 is almost at 200,000 miles. It’s still going strong.
    I’m aiming for 300,000 miles.

    • @ThePatriotsway
      @ThePatriotsway 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have 181K on mine......300 would be nice!

    • @andypichardo6146
      @andypichardo6146 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What you gonna do after it hits 300,000 miles?

    • @rebornld6446
      @rebornld6446 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@andypichardo6146 maybe new engine

    • @stinkfart697
      @stinkfart697 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My 08 si is at 250k kms (155k miles) & it's been having that cold start chain rattle for about 2-3 years now & still runs like new, I really don't wanna spent $1200 to fix haha, I'd rather buy a new engine with low miles for that price

    • @bongalord4800
      @bongalord4800 ปีที่แล้ว

      With proper maintenance....It Will never die 💀

  • @bryang9290
    @bryang9290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The reason I love Honda is my first Honda Accord cost $75 and had 315,000 miles, manual transmission and it ran great and had no reliability issues for the year and a half I drove it. My second on I bought with 215,000 and it ran perfectly, no rattles felt almost new. That turned me into a Honda guy for life. I’ve had 5 Honda’s so far, 0 check engine lights and no day ruining problems. Only bad thing I can say is NY salt will rust up a Honda pretty quick but same with most cars.

  • @JakeDrives1
    @JakeDrives1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Loving this review, very cool owner and a sweet little car too.. very clean for it's age and miles in Michigan. Keep up these reviews.. would love for you to be able to hunt down an Acura TL with the 3.2 and manual transmission or even a Type S.. the Reliability he claims with over 200k miles makes me want to go out and find me one of these cars!

    • @jesusurbina7343
      @jesusurbina7343 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m ngl bro I have a Mitsubishi Eclipse my mom has a regular civic sedan not sure if it’s like the dx or whatever has the 1.8l VTEC and ngl i have more fun doing pulls in my moms car

  • @fortuna_7777
    @fortuna_7777 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for the review of that beautiful Civic!! I will post it to my page!!😊

  • @fhowland
    @fhowland 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have an 08 SI too. 72k miles, great car. First time I test drove it I knew I had to have it.

  • @lobaman123
    @lobaman123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Bought and learned manual on an 8th gen fa5. Love this car it is practical fun

  • @TonyKimtheamusementparkfan
    @TonyKimtheamusementparkfan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Honda Civic Si sedans are always a fun car to drive~

  • @MugenASMSi
    @MugenASMSi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love my 07 Si coupe !! got it @ 18 in 2012 and had always loved it since. Funny thing is I actually thought the 8th gen civics were ugly when I was in middle school when they came out. But one day, I was shopping for a used car and I was set on getting a 06 RSX type s but once I sat inside the civic I knew it was the right car. I learned to drive manual with it. The only thing I had to change was the CMC like 2 times already but that the only thing. no check engine lights or anything. I got it with 74K miles and now it has 115k and this year it's getting painted since my clear coat is trashed by socal heat :/. Although my car has its imperfections wish I would have bought her new but I would never get rid of my car I have a strong bond with that thing lol

  • @CM-fp2gz
    @CM-fp2gz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    6:36 holding on to the "oh shit" bar

    • @norbertohernandez606
      @norbertohernandez606 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Been a year since you posted this comment but that shit was hilarious 😂

    • @gabrieldasilva4198
      @gabrieldasilva4198 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yooo facts he was prolly like CHIIILLLLLLLL

  • @mikeschultz9691
    @mikeschultz9691 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I bought my Si new in 09 with 7 miles. It has 247k now. I just came back from a 1600 mile round trip. Solid car. I have it tuned as well. I get about 350 miles on a full tank opposed to the 280-290 or so.

  • @chaoand09
    @chaoand09 5 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I have the 2010 Civic Si sedan sitting at 132k miles on it. No engine light so far. The steering and capabilities this car can handle will make you think it’s a rear wheel drive. It handles corners quite well even on stock suspension. Lot of people sleeping on the 8th gen.

    • @MoistChungus
      @MoistChungus 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      132k is low mileage for a Honda

    • @markymark535
      @markymark535 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      is it really? I have a 07 si 120k miles

    • @BobbyR2
      @BobbyR2 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 2009 at 136 miles. It still drives like new!

  • @williamscoufaras7045
    @williamscoufaras7045 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a great video! You know, since you already make videos on new cars, I’d suggest that you create a segment for reviewing used cars as well! I know you’ve filmed a few older cars, but I think it should be done more often. I’m sure you have a lot of younger people or teenagers that watch your videos or are subbed to the channel that are looking to buy their first cars used & I think reviews on those would be helpful to them. Plus, it would be interesting in general to see on the channel too! I love these videos of older, used, higher-mileage cars!

  • @nubserver
    @nubserver 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    this was also my 1st manual car...to this day was the most amazing car i've owned...

  • @fossilghost43
    @fossilghost43 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Picked up a 9th gen at 29k miles in 2017. 0% experience driving a manual with clutch. Test drove it, then made it home without a scratch. Made it my daily driver.

    • @steven8375
      @steven8375 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For how much $ if you don’t mind me asking. These cars are pretty hard to come by now.

    • @fossilghost43
      @fossilghost43 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@steven8375 Approximately 19k. The price has significantly dropped since then. I see them go for under 13k with less then 50k on the odometer.

    • @steven8375
      @steven8375 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      FOSSILGHOST Damn the market for them really sucks near me then because I can’t any within 100 miles of me under 13k. Found a 15’ with 53k miles for 16K. The one and only 9th gen I can find. Sucks I really wanna get into this car.

    • @MistaIntake
      @MistaIntake 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Steven Snow ig it depends on where you live, in my area i got my 2013 si for 17k with 60k miles on it, 2 years ago. They still go for 15-16k with same miles now and are hard to find

    • @guardian8319
      @guardian8319 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How many times did you stall it when you started and just took it home?

  • @vsop209
    @vsop209 5 ปีที่แล้ว +182

    He reved the shit out the motor. Now let me drive your car. Lol

    • @dlg5485
      @dlg5485 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      This motor was designed to rev and it does it well.

    • @SpudEater
      @SpudEater 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Shit breaks, better to have some fun with it. Been trying to kill my little EM2 work car with 243k miles so I can have an excuse to buy a K20 for a swap but no dice yet. Damn thing refuses to die so all I can do is wait

    • @IsaacPoopsAlot
      @IsaacPoopsAlot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@SpudEater you could cold start rev limit it for a few minutes, but that'd take a few months for it to die lol

    • @SpudEater
      @SpudEater 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@IsaacPoopsAlot The D17 is a damn good little engine for sure, should've never replaced the damn valve cover gasket, spark plugs and coils in the damn thing, I would have the K swap sooner lol. I cant imagine ever separating from this trusty little car, it's way more reliable compared to my WRX lol. I'll drive it until the wheels fall off, I DID have a wheel fall off actually and had the hubs replaced. Just a damn good little car and it would be a shame if I ever had to get rid of it.

  • @thegreatgabe5980
    @thegreatgabe5980 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm so glad I kept mine!

  • @wrzl1675
    @wrzl1675 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I bought that exact same Si but with Nav in 2008, loved it, wish I still had it. Those mods are completely unnecessary. More torque was what that car needed, handling and braking were spot on right off the showroom floor and maybe summer performance tires depending on where you live or two sets of wheels and tires like I did.

  • @masterwhopper414
    @masterwhopper414 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Last of the true high-revving n/a Hondas

  • @fuffthebucks7266
    @fuffthebucks7266 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love these so much. My '07 has been such a fun and easy car to own

    • @treerexaudi
      @treerexaudi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Makes a great daily driver as well ^-^

    • @GlobalEnemy4ever
      @GlobalEnemy4ever 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fade bro you have maroon 5 music filled in your likes chill there buddy

    • @treerexaudi
      @treerexaudi 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GlobalEnemy4ever lol

    • @GlobalEnemy4ever
      @GlobalEnemy4ever 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fade *gets in Chevy cobolt*

  • @Dampachi100
    @Dampachi100 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey! I am in the market for one of these and how oddly coincidental that you have a review of one right now! :D
    And yes! I do agree with you. A shifter does make or break a car. Especially a sports car. For the longest time I have been fond of everything about the 86/BRZ EXCEPT the shifter design and feel and that has put me off on buying one for years. Especially after driving cars like the Miata (all generations) and the S2000. I own a newer BRZ now but I still find the shifter to be one of its lowest points relating to the drive.

  • @ricanredliner
    @ricanredliner 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One thing for sure is all previous 8th Gen owners loved the car and still miss it today. I know I enjoyed mine everyday up until I sold it. Wish I still had it.

  • @Catalina._
    @Catalina._ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +363

    VTEC is real
    5:01
    6:14
    6:49
    6:54
    8:09
    10:11

    • @treerexaudi
      @treerexaudi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      sure is

    • @weekend231
      @weekend231 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      iHeart GT86 {KatyCat} but still slow

    • @insaneconqueror5421
      @insaneconqueror5421 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      iHeart GT86 {KatyCat} hell yeah lol

    • @gogeleo
      @gogeleo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sounds much better when you’re inside the car too

    • @NicholasHo
      @NicholasHo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      VTEC kick in yo!

  • @anthonyan9612
    @anthonyan9612 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Man watching you drive makes me question everything, now I feel like Im not driving my car hard enough

  • @mklinger23
    @mklinger23 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My 09 so currently has about 92k I've put about 20k on it in the last year or so. All I've done so far is fluid changes and a new air filter. No problems at all. I know it hasn't been long but I'm excited to do some basic bolt-ons and eventually a Merc racing 1320 supercharger

  • @JJ-yu
    @JJ-yu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was my first car. I learned how to drive stick in it... I taught myself everything I know about spirited driving from that car... Bad 3rd gear synchro scared me into selling it a few years back and I have ALWAYS missed the high-revving instant throttle response... I now have an accord 2.0t and it is fast, but has NOT EVEN CLOSE to as much character as this thing had....

  • @eddiesegal5541
    @eddiesegal5541 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Those cars so under rated, miss mine

  • @tc3sean
    @tc3sean 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh man the feeeeelss...I used to have an 07 FG2. Love those wheels guy. Get yourself a Tri-Y race header and you will fall in love with you car again..
    Also, there is a way to actually use the Defrost mode vents without the A/C compressor running so it doesn't rob HP but keeps windows nice and clear.
    Google it!

  • @FreshlyBaked13
    @FreshlyBaked13 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    My time spent in my 8th gen si way back when is what ultimately led to me rolling the dice and trading in my mk7r for a brz ts, 6 months in so far I have no regrets.

  • @CKPHH
    @CKPHH 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how the radio control look back then nice and classic

  • @dragaozinho92
    @dragaozinho92 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Love Honda , can't wait to get my own Si ✌🏽

    • @azael3342
      @azael3342 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hopefully🤟🏽

  • @thelilbeat1
    @thelilbeat1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Had a 8th gen SI and now have a 9th Gen SI, tbh I would take the 8th gen every single day!

  • @brandondarrow388
    @brandondarrow388 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review

  • @b00n15
    @b00n15 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Ah this was my first car..many great memories. Bought it with 85k and drove until 125k absolutely no problems. Doesn't get much more bulletproof

  • @tantrum3575
    @tantrum3575 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I got my SI with 8k miles on in '15... only put 6k more on it since then. I baby my baby.

  • @Joel-um2oi
    @Joel-um2oi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +238

    Ok buddy what the hell was that laugh @ 3:18 😂😂😂

    • @tayveonmcdougall124
      @tayveonmcdougall124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Na Ni lol I’m dead

    • @orangezebruh
      @orangezebruh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Commenting so you can hear it again. Enjoy 😂

    • @EricJaegerMusic
      @EricJaegerMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I always say the only thing you don’t make fun of is someone’s laugh. Not something you want to feel self conscious about

    • @riselinks8457
      @riselinks8457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Nervous laugh 😳👀

    • @233shotta
      @233shotta 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was looking for this comment

  • @barxweight6641
    @barxweight6641 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got a 2012 civic rn but it’s automatic . Definitely going to upgrade and get a manual too. I’m currently watching videos to drive manual. I know the steps just need hands on now. LOve Honda

  • @ejnoro8371
    @ejnoro8371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got an 07 si coupe back in February for my first stick shift car, haven’t looked back since

  • @revnto7k
    @revnto7k 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My favorite place to be, the interior of my 2010 SI.. Most reliable car I have ever owned. I have about 250K KM on my car, around 150K miles or so.. Bulletproof. Great car will miss it when I no longer have it.

  • @axebeard7677
    @axebeard7677 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I miss my 06 Si. An amazing car exceot for the paint problems and leak issues. Other than taht car was super solid and ragged it out. Sold it at 100k miles and bought a mustang GT. The seats in my 06 Si were awesome too. Most comforatble seats ive ever had.

    • @mckricks1
      @mckricks1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which leak issues? I'm looking to buy one

    • @axebeard7677
      @axebeard7677 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mckricks1 had a minor leak on the sunroof that was quickly repaired at the dealer. I wouldn’t let it prevent me from buying it

    • @mckricks1
      @mckricks1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@axebeard7677 Thanks. Biggest issue that I have with 8th gen is the body shape and poor visibility. Also the drive by wire, but I'll have to test drive first. I had a 7th gen which was awesome except for some of the reliability.

  • @williambreeze2659
    @williambreeze2659 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the breakdown!

  • @malachiviloria9145
    @malachiviloria9145 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That VTech sounds so good.

  • @foehammerone
    @foehammerone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    A hondadata flash pro, even with a base map, really wakes up the engine in this car. Surprised this guy doesn't have it.

    • @adamra187
      @adamra187 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I got hondata right away to get rid of that of rev hang.

    • @jrproductions9191
      @jrproductions9191 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      adamra187 how do you do it ?

    • @bucknut2000
      @bucknut2000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You know, I think thought about it. The thing is since it was my first manual car, I did not know the difference and I guess I got used to it. Now the car is at 248K and I think maybe its too old.

  • @0kaznuan999
    @0kaznuan999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    bought my 8th gen civic si 2 weeks ago and cant stop driving or thinking about it lol

  • @LiLgPnoy15
    @LiLgPnoy15 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This man said he has a Volkswagen GTI as well?!?!?!? You are great my friend.

  • @4bryan4
    @4bryan4 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro your the best, im in market for a fun reliable cheap daily. This is one of the options. Love ur driving gonna enjoy this vid.

  • @COMMANDERFOX31
    @COMMANDERFOX31 5 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I thought this was Sofyan Bey for a second. Sounds like him too!

    • @howardpower
      @howardpower 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Energetic Fox Studios
      Why does that name sound so familiar? Must be from a car review video here on TH-cam.

    • @ChristianC-gy1ym
      @ChristianC-gy1ym 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol!!

    • @Aguon
      @Aguon 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Howard Johnson his channel is Redline Reviews lol been watching him for years!

    • @joshuas3897
      @joshuas3897 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

    • @shlemp5183
      @shlemp5183 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thought it was him also

  • @keithprice6581
    @keithprice6581 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Seeing you drive on 275 makes me miss living there, until I hear all the damn potholes.

  • @turbo139sti
    @turbo139sti 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video good driving amazing car

  • @jonathank5147
    @jonathank5147 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Going 75 and having traffic still slightly pull away from you... typical Michigan traffic lol. Nice review man I really enjoyed it.

  • @eliteexposure5594
    @eliteexposure5594 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    God damn, I love how you keep it in Vtec for the most part. Sounds so sexy.

  • @gibememoni
    @gibememoni 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    If maintained right those honda Vtec engines stay strong. I had my old integra GSR up to like 177k miles when I sold it and it still screamed like it was brand new, stayed door to door with RSX type S and Si civics, pulled busses on my friends EP3 Si

  • @sadsquad8124
    @sadsquad8124 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fa20 Wrx was my first stick shift. Dealer asked if I could drive manual and wanted to test drive so I just went for it. Stalled it with the dealer sitting in the passenger seat and have never done it since😂

  • @Republic1ders
    @Republic1ders 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This guys got about 100k miles on mine; im supercharged and im never bored of the car. no issues aside from maintenance and the damn starter.

  • @davidbillingslea2720
    @davidbillingslea2720 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    great video

  • @TheMeChaNic55
    @TheMeChaNic55 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Mine currently has 255k miles. Redline it daily and the only issue I had was the EPS rack die but never had a check engine or any other issue after 12 years of ownership

  • @igeekone
    @igeekone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good note about the dash. I remember the controversy when new. But, it does not looks aged as a conventional dash of the same era.

  • @sinatra9179
    @sinatra9179 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bought a 2002 mustang gt for my first car manual learned on i didn’t drive it as much but got me everywhere I needed but then moved and so I needed a Better daily so I bought myself a 04 civic si and man do I love it Honda’s are hella well built and fun to drive

  • @catsspat
    @catsspat 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    "Shifter can make or break a car." Totally agree!

  • @tzikinini5373
    @tzikinini5373 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    it’s in immaculate looks for that mileage

  • @stevesran968
    @stevesran968 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    IVE GOT THE EXACT SAME CAR BUT IN BLACK & A BODY KIT
    I LOVE MY CAR ITS SUPER FUN TO RIP AROUND TOWN IN ...
    PERFECT TORQUE DAILY DRIVER...

  • @drwho534
    @drwho534 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always Civic! Most fun car I've driven for '03, '06 and now '15 SI from new. Have always found they fit like a glove in seating, driving comfort and huge glass area not to mention that silky 6-spd and go-kart handling? Leased a blue '15 SI new, now only 19,000 mi. and still as new, trying to decide to buy out or walk away as wife has SUV and now only need one vehicle....but hate to give it up since pampered. 😥 Some say GTI is slightly better performer?....but I'd rather drive something with style than a box.

  • @LuisMurillo-yz3dw
    @LuisMurillo-yz3dw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The fact that I bought a 8th gen si sedan with 149k miles for 4,300$ makes me feel better about my first car with less regrets after watching this

    • @Defi_Digest
      @Defi_Digest 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any hiccups yet?

  • @guthannight
    @guthannight 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i miss my 8th gen so much :( i need another one

  • @DonRoberto886
    @DonRoberto886 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like that ahahha "change the fluids when I'm told to" 💯

  • @sbeckett91
    @sbeckett91 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the Heuer Monaco on your buddy!