When I was 18, I bought a brand new 1989 Black CRX Si. Went off to college in that car. So many memories in that car. I've had many since then but this one stays in my mind as my very favorite. Now almost 50 years old, I want my black CRX back...
OMG, I too bought a brand new silver 1988 CRX Si when I was 19. Sold it in 1996 for only $3k. I wish I had kept it, but I needed money for grad school. Now I drive a silver Fit, which is fun, but not the same. Here's a pic I took of it at a park: plover.net/~agarvin/honda2.jpg
These cars downright deserve more respect. As in not thrashing and modifying the hell out of it, used to stroke the owners ego of proving they are faster and having an insatiable desire to be the BADDEST. All the while the car has gone beyond the point of no longer durable, economical, reliable and maintainable. All the qualities that make Honda a Honda and what the manufacturer has endowed on this vehicle. Also Respect by not treating these cars as disposable.
Sadly they do not get the respect they deserve for 2 reasons. What so many have done to make them look like clown cars and 2 I don't think any Japanese's cars from this era are considered as he stated a modern mini cooper. I am a Honda lover to the core and just picked up a rust free SI. She will take some time to get back in order but I hope it ends up as nice as this one.
HondaPro Jason did you catch were he said it was a 12v motor though. That is incorrect cause if that car is an si it would have the d16a6 motor which is a 16v motor
amazing crx. and yes your absolutely correct about "people being exposed to this car will want one and will have a very hard time finding a clean unmolested car like yours". your crx is a joy to look @ it a joy to maintain and an absolute joy to drive it!!!
I need this car in my life! and I’m gonna have one! It’s such a beautiful looking car and easily captures that “nostalgia” factor easily! From gas mileage to looks and everything in between this car is my ideal dream car
Love the video. I've had my 1989 CRX 1.6i 16v for 32 years now. I love my CRX she is pretty much standard has done 135,000 miles and is still on her original clutch and gearbox. I had her bare metal restored five years ago as I am in England and live by the sea. The car still turns heads and is a joy to drive.
So very very good. The best car I have ever owned, twice. I restored an 88 si to showroom condition. Cannot stress how great they are. I teared up a little when I sold it.
Thanks for a great video! I own an 88 si also and it even has the same sticker on the back passenger window! those cars are a gem of a machine and deserve a place in automotive history.
The car is beautiful. I owned a 88 CRX-HF; absolutely loved it. I drove it through the bending, rollercoaster backroads of the Ozarks and its double wishbone suspension and short wheel base sucked up and held the car to the road. I've never driven anything like it. I had it for 8 years. I bought a Miata shortly after that. It was a wildly intoxicating car too, but after a year or so, I was tired of all the feed back the car sent up to the driver. So, the CRX was the best car because the way it handled and the precision of the manual gears. It had enough isolation, but its road holding ability was just awesome. Congratulations on having one in stock condition. The amazing thing is, it doesn't look all that dated even after 30 years.
Enjoyed the video, but not as much as I love my 89 DX. Autocrossed for about 10 years. Dropped some weight out of her, (1985 lbs with 1/2 tank of gas) braided brake lines, DC rear strut bar, Tokico shocks, Skunk 2 springs, and a 91 D16a6. Have had her going on 29 years. Daily fun!!!
I purchased my '90 black Si used in 1991. It had less than 10k miles on it then. Now it has 170k. It's still my daily driver. It's close to stock. Interior is completely stock but the driver's seat is getting really worn out. I've added old 1st generation Neuspeed Sport lower springs and Koni Sport shocks, a DC Sports header and had a custom exhaust system made when the stock one rusted out. That's it. I still have the stock suspension springs, but the current setup is still very comfortable and offers more responsive handling. Stock Flint Black Metallic paint. I had a compression test performed a couple years ago and all 4 cylinders still had new-like compression. The oil level stays the same between oil changes. 27-years-old and still going strong.
Great video and appreciate you sharing it! A red 1988 Honda CRX was the first new car I purchased and loved it. I wish I'd held onto it longer. It was interesting to hear you refer to it as a pocket rocket because that's how one review of it I'd read back in '88 described it to. And it was indeed! Just a very well made and fun car and watching this brought back the nostalgic feeling you mentioned. Thank you!
I agree. As time goes by they will become more rare. The junkyards used to be littered with these cars, now not a single one. Its nice to see one in pristine condition unaltered and unabused, unlike the majority you see on Craigslist.
I bought an EU spec ED9 (the 1.6i-16 DOHC). Also a black one, and also 100% original (except the wheels). What a joy. Have it on licence plate since 4 days now. Great car and great video you made about this little Honda.
I owned CRX D16Z5 (EU) but sadly I had to sell it... I miss it so much right now! It may not be the fastest or the best with electronics etc. but.. I love it. The feeling driving it was.. superb. I hope one day i'll find and buy one again.
I love how clean this CRX is. I have a white '91 HF that isnt nearly as clean. Sadly, many local car enthusiasts tell me how clean mine is compared to so many others they have seen. Mine is mostly stock. Had to replace the motor with a D15B7 since I was able to get it at a good deal. Stock motor was really worn out, and my CRX was my daily at the time. Also replaced the cam sprocket on the B7, as the stock one managed to get bent before going in the car. Stereo definitely is not stock, and I'm using rims and the hood from an '88 Si. Everything else is pretty much stock though. Inside needs some love as the carpet is torn on the drivers side, and the seats are torn as well. Still, I love my little CRX. She has gotten me through some rough patches, and is the only reason why I took an interest in cars at all.
Can extremely vouch on how hard these cars are to find !!!! Took me years to get my 88 si! I just obtained it last week! It’s now where near this cars shape tho!
Holy shit dude!!! The engine is about to blow up!!! At 503 the temp gauge is all the way up to the top!!! Pay attention to the gauges, they are there for a reason!
Personally, I believe this car exemplifies "good design" because it looks unforgettable in black paint despite its small size. Those Ronal Turbo wheels add Cylon sparkle to Darth Vader's stance.
Hi Jack Mardikian very nice and clean car i love it !! i think you are armenian i am too... i have 7 honda i am a big fan of honda cars i have a crx as53,crx ed9,crx ef8,crx eg2, integra type r dc2 and a honda s2000 all collections since many years. Honda forever ! take care and maybe one day a honda nsx open T... haha
+Sideways at 11 that task was done already, you know how to capture the real escence of a car, and understand how to do a video of a car, good job, keep it up!
I have a 2015 orange Civic Si coupe with only 28K miles. But I really want a low mileage 88 on up CRX. On a bring a trailer auction from December 2019, a white 33K mileage CRX sold for $30K. Had I known, I would have sold my Si and made a plan to get that one.
I see those Hancook Rs-3 this dude drives it ! :) Love this video I watch this all the time and I'm obsessed with my crx! I went a different route with a track car build but this car is amazing in al angles and aspects!
I’ve had my 91 HF for about 3 years and it’s been amazing to me. Extremely reliable and the mileage is also great. If you have a GF she will love it too it’s pretty comfy and simple for its age. I highly recommend investing in anti theft though I had mine stolen and they took my sick braum bucket seat :\, I was lucky to get it back though. I have a removable steering wheel now but that’s not enough I say get an alarm, one with tracking if you can afford it because if a towing company gets their hands on it it’s going to cost at least $300 to get it back. A kill-switch is also a good idea and maybe even a switch from the outside that can choke the gas lines. If you plan on modding it look into airbag suspension because if you lower it to shit when you park it burglars can’t get a tow truck to get under it. Garaging it will probably lower your risks too. Other than that they still go for pretty low but looking for one that isn’t a project might take awhile :p
ive seen one the other day for 2000. i bought mine for 600 dollars, no engine. i had an opportunity to buy an almost perfect 91 but passed because i already had one. it was 3200 dollars
When I was 18, I bought a brand new 1989 Black CRX Si. Went off to college in that car. So many memories in that car. I've had many since then but this one stays in my mind as my very favorite. Now almost 50 years old, I want my black CRX back...
I bought a brand new 1988 CRX Si when I was 19 years old. It was silver, such a great car, I wish I still had it. Thanks for the trip down memory lane
+brotherskeepers111 You're very welcome 😆
OMG, I too bought a brand new silver 1988 CRX Si when I was 19. Sold it in 1996 for only $3k. I wish I had kept it, but I needed money for grad school. Now I drive a silver Fit, which is fun, but not the same. Here's a pic I took of it at a park: plover.net/~agarvin/honda2.jpg
I just picked up a 88 si in blade silver !!!!
A fantastic video and a refreshingly mature approach to the CRX. These cars deserve more respect.
These cars downright deserve more respect.
As in not thrashing and modifying the hell out of it, used to stroke the owners ego of proving they are faster and having an insatiable desire to be the BADDEST.
All the while the car has gone beyond the point of no longer durable, economical, reliable and maintainable. All the qualities that make Honda a Honda and what the manufacturer has endowed on this vehicle.
Also Respect by not treating these cars as disposable.
Sadly they do not get the respect they deserve for 2 reasons. What so many have done to make them look like clown cars and 2 I don't think any Japanese's cars from this era are considered as he stated a modern mini cooper. I am a Honda lover to the core and just picked up a rust free SI. She will take some time to get back in order but I hope it ends up as nice as this one.
Got a red si brand new in 1988 and enjoyed the best 5 years troublefree with "the pocket rocket " of its day .25 years later I want it back!!!!!!!
Great video and story. Thanks for sharing it
HondaPro Jason did you catch were he said it was a 12v motor though. That is incorrect cause if that car is an si it would have the d16a6 motor which is a 16v motor
nobody cares mr know everything
amazing crx. and yes your absolutely correct about "people being exposed to this car will want one and will have a very hard time finding a clean unmolested car like yours". your crx is a joy to look @ it a joy to maintain and an absolute joy to drive it!!!
The Japanese either didn't know what the fuck they created with the Si, or they were decades ahead of their time. God bless them.
I need this car in my life! and I’m gonna have one! It’s such a beautiful looking car and easily captures that “nostalgia” factor easily! From gas mileage to looks and everything in between this car is my ideal dream car
This cars a smack in the face to "oil crisis" bull$#!t lies we are getting fed.
Love the video. I've had my 1989 CRX 1.6i 16v for 32 years now. I love my CRX she is pretty much standard has done 135,000 miles and is still on her original clutch and gearbox. I had her bare metal restored five years ago as I am in England and live by the sea. The car still turns heads and is a joy to drive.
So very very good. The best car I have ever owned, twice. I restored an 88 si to showroom condition. Cannot stress how great they are. I teared up a little when I sold it.
i will have a crx one day!
Manuel Fernandes I might get one next year for my first car!
Do it :D I've bought one after 2 years of searching for a clean one! It is so AWESOME
I hope so to
Too I mean
You get one?
I owned a 1989 black CRX Si for 12 years and loved it. I really miss it after viewing your video.
Maybe time for another one?
Beautiful story i love the Honda Crx its the best car with 1.6 engine i ever drive,its fast like sports bikes best car ever made with 1.6 engine.
i love that car my dream car when i was a kid
Thanks for a great video! I own an 88 si also and it even has the same sticker on the back passenger window! those cars are a gem of a machine and deserve a place in automotive history.
One of the best cars I have ever owned. Was a great car and my insurance company at the time used the same rates for this car as a Civic
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I owned a 1988 CRX Si. Bought it new and had it for 12 years. It was great. Mine was even black just like in the video. It was hot in Florida.
Black On Black is The Best Look Ever...Very Clean Look👍
So clean, nice video!!
+J Wid Films Thank you!
The car is beautiful. I owned a 88 CRX-HF; absolutely loved it. I drove it through the bending, rollercoaster backroads of the Ozarks and its double wishbone suspension and short wheel base sucked up and held the car to the road. I've never driven anything like it. I had it for 8 years. I bought a Miata shortly after that. It was a wildly intoxicating car too, but after a year or so, I was tired of all the feed back the car sent up to the driver. So, the CRX was the best car because the way it handled and the precision of the manual gears. It had enough isolation, but its road holding ability was just awesome. Congratulations on having one in stock condition. The amazing thing is, it doesn't look all that dated even after 30 years.
Great video. Just bought my wife one. It really brings back the memories
Driving a CRX is effortless--Honda excellence at it's best. It does everything exceptionally well stock. Thank you, Soichiro XX
Usually not a fan of hondas, but this is such a clean example. Very impressive.
I've watched this video like 10 times it's done very well
Thank you so much.
even if I have to part with mine for some reasons in the futur, I know I will always remember my CRX. Great video and story.
I miss my red 89 CRX Si :( .... Thanks for sharing your hot hatch man! Thumbs up!
Simply BEAUTIFUL! One of the best CRX's I have seen. Makes me miss my old one even more. Enjoy man. Enjoy.
I had this exact year and color CR-X Si and I really wish I still had it.
Enjoyed the video, but not as much as I love my 89 DX. Autocrossed for about 10 years. Dropped some weight out of her, (1985 lbs with 1/2 tank of gas) braided brake lines, DC rear strut bar, Tokico shocks, Skunk 2 springs, and a 91 D16a6. Have had her going on 29 years. Daily fun!!!
beautiful car
amazing video beautiful CRX one of a kind CRX
I purchased my '90 black Si used in 1991. It had less than 10k miles on it then. Now it has 170k. It's still my daily driver.
It's close to stock. Interior is completely stock but the driver's seat is getting really worn out. I've added old 1st generation Neuspeed Sport lower springs and Koni Sport shocks, a DC Sports header and had a custom exhaust system made when the stock one rusted out. That's it. I still have the stock suspension springs, but the current setup is still very comfortable and offers more responsive handling. Stock Flint Black Metallic paint.
I had a compression test performed a couple years ago and all 4 cylinders still had new-like compression. The oil level stays the same between oil changes.
27-years-old and still going strong.
Just picked one up myself hence why I’m here! Love it 😎
oh my. Amazing look, love the car and the love he get's.
Thank you. I’ll be sure to pass your comment along to the owner.
Great video and appreciate you sharing it! A red 1988 Honda CRX was the first new car I purchased and loved it. I wish I'd held onto it longer. It was interesting to hear you refer to it as a pocket rocket because that's how one review of it I'd read back in '88 described it to. And it was indeed! Just a very well made and fun car and watching this brought back the nostalgic feeling you mentioned. Thank you!
I just picked up a unmolested 1991 crx si. Man I've wanted tgis car forever and...wow funnesr car ever. I am keeping mine stock too.
Very cool! Congrats!
Just bought a 1989 1.6i-16 DOHC, Black colour as well =) Love it !!
Probably one of the most fun car for what it costs
+JudgeGr3g well done sir!
Thanks =) I may try to do a video someday but I'm not good at it
cried (yes I m a girl...) when I saw this video.. this is my dreamcar..
+Kely Diot I'm honored to have brought out that emotion.
heyyy
My first car. My first love. I miss you Tootsie.
🎶The butterfly nu-uh lets go, let me see that Tootsie ROLL!🎵🚗💨
I agree. As time goes by they will become more rare. The junkyards used to be littered with these cars, now not a single one. Its nice to see one in pristine condition unaltered and unabused, unlike the majority you see on Craigslist.
I bought an EU spec ED9 (the 1.6i-16 DOHC). Also a black one, and also 100% original (except the wheels). What a joy. Have it on licence plate since 4 days now. Great car and great video you made about this little Honda.
Thanks a lot! I’m honored that you enjoyed my video and excited for you and your new ride!
great video. alost shed a tear joy. i own 2 crx's 88si black and white 91 hf... love them both
+ModGyver Very cool!
I owned CRX D16Z5 (EU) but sadly I had to sell it... I miss it so much right now! It may not be the fastest or the best with electronics etc. but.. I love it. The feeling driving it was.. superb. I hope one day i'll find and buy one again.
88crx si was my first car in 2000. it was stolen from me in 2004. That was one the saddest days of my life.
Ephraim Duran get mdx sporthybrid
Same here, but I found it back and I drive it for 17 years now !
I love how clean this CRX is. I have a white '91 HF that isnt nearly as clean. Sadly, many local car enthusiasts tell me how clean mine is compared to so many others they have seen.
Mine is mostly stock. Had to replace the motor with a D15B7 since I was able to get it at a good deal. Stock motor was really worn out, and my CRX was my daily at
the time.
Also replaced the cam sprocket on the B7, as the stock one managed to get bent before going in the car.
Stereo definitely is not stock, and I'm using rims and the hood from an '88 Si.
Everything else is pretty much stock though. Inside needs some love as the carpet is torn on the drivers side, and the seats are torn as well.
Still, I love my little CRX. She has gotten me through some rough patches, and is the only reason why I took an interest in cars at all.
Traded my 84 CRX for this one, same color. I loved this car!
Crx needs more love :)
+CloudGamerz Totally agree with you!
3:10 How many CRX owners have replaced that wire ground from valvle cover to frame ?
Can extremely vouch on how hard these cars are to find !!!! Took me years to get my 88 si! I just obtained it last week! It’s now where near this cars shape tho!
I got one brand new back in 88 and still drive it 👍
Love the look of that crx with those wheels 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Holy shit dude!!! The engine is about to blow up!!! At 503 the temp gauge is all the way up to the top!!! Pay attention to the gauges, they are there for a reason!
Canada here...yup, I'm w Jason-below...thanks...one love
4:58 is fire...
Personally, I believe this car exemplifies "good design" because it looks unforgettable in black paint despite its small size. Those Ronal Turbo wheels add Cylon sparkle to Darth Vader's stance.
really nice crx clean as
Got 1 in 2017 n i luv it drives nice
My man, keep that awesome car safe!
I have to own one of these one day
Dam looks like it just came out if the factory
A beauty of a kind for sure!!!!
Hi Jack Mardikian very nice and clean car i love it !! i think you are armenian i am too... i have 7 honda i am a big fan of honda cars i have a crx as53,crx ed9,crx ef8,crx eg2, integra type r dc2 and a honda s2000 all collections since many years. Honda forever ! take care and maybe one day a honda nsx open T... haha
Btw all originals unmolested !! all are first or second hands it was hard to find ...
i got a crx vtec original. great video and the history of crx :)
+bonfiole SUPERHERRO nice!
set the valve lash if you haven't already, I did that on mine and it drove much smoother
Great video, beautiful car!
Sure is! Thanks for the comment. Be sure to subscribe.
parts for this car are easily available throughout europe. and what a nice car, looks brand new. :)
When I was 27 years old, I bought a brand new '89 CRX Si in December of 1988 for $12,500 and still own it to this day.
Very nice! Condition good?
Was that engine that hot as the needle displayed? Anyways, what an awesome video, I have a Civic Si and it made me so happy watching this
No, the needle and gas gauge were both malfunctioning. That would be piston melting temperatures lol.
+Sideways at 11 that's what I thought! Take care of that sweet CRX Si, if you're the owner of that beauty
Ah, I wish! I just make the videos. Make sure to subscribe. I'm going to be making a lot of these features with cool cars this summer.
+Sideways at 11 that task was done already, you know how to capture the real escence of a car, and understand how to do a video of a car, good job, keep it up!
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Really appreciate the kind words, makes it all worthwhile :)
My favorite generation of civics.
great car Ive owned the civic si and crx si both very fun to autux . Wish i could find a nice example.
I have a 2015 orange Civic Si coupe with only 28K miles. But I really want a low mileage 88 on up CRX. On a bring a trailer auction from December 2019, a white 33K mileage CRX sold for $30K. Had I known, I would have sold my Si and made a plan to get that one.
I have a 1998 honda crx ef I want to fix it up really nice but It needs so much work ugh these videos motivate me to work on it
Glad to motivate! No better time to get out and wrench.
my favorite honda, the crx.
I see those Hancook Rs-3 this dude drives it ! :) Love this video I watch this all the time and I'm obsessed with my crx! I went a different route with a track car build but this car is amazing in al angles and aspects!
Loved the video
Way ahead of the times and very fast at the time.
the 88 crx has the itr eyelet rear LCAs for lift off oversteer.
Very nice looking CRX. What size wheels did you put on it? Cheers
What are those rims they look awesome.
I would like to know what the minor suspension modifications are. The car sits nice. Cool vid.
Beautiful!
5:01 I think you are overheating, sir.
gauge is probably broken :/
What a Beauty 🔥
"Pocket Rock" lol thats cool asf
+JonyCrx _ "Pocket Rocket" lol
+Sideways at 11 oh shit lmao thats a good name tho
beautiful!
nice and clean
Drove my 1988 White HF for 10 years, put 230k miles on it.
It's like I want a new car, but than I want a mint condition crx si instead......ahhh
in love
great video
Thank you! Be sure to subscribe for many more videos like this on the way!
+Sideways at 11 you should do more like this
I agree!! There are more on the way :)
I have an 89 Si i like those wheels
Is it just the 90-91 Si that have the more aggressive front bumper or was this bumper a replacement at one point?
#1automobile in planet
your car is 16valve not 12 and idk wut u r talking about but there are parts everywhere for it factory or aftermarket
i am planning on buying a honda crx 1990, and it's gonna be my first and only car, would you recommend it ? any advises ? thank you :)
I’ve had my 91 HF for about 3 years and it’s been amazing to me. Extremely reliable and the mileage is also great. If you have a GF she will love it too it’s pretty comfy and simple for its age. I highly recommend investing in anti theft though I had mine stolen and they took my sick braum bucket seat :\, I was lucky to get it back though. I have a removable steering wheel now but that’s not enough I say get an alarm, one with tracking if you can afford it because if a towing company gets their hands on it it’s going to cost at least $300 to get it back. A kill-switch is also a good idea and maybe even a switch from the outside that can choke the gas lines. If you plan on modding it look into airbag suspension because if you lower it to shit when you park it burglars can’t get a tow truck to get under it. Garaging it will probably lower your risks too. Other than that they still go for pretty low but looking for one that isn’t a project might take awhile :p
Forget the BMWs, Audis, lambos and ferraris. This is my dream car
Nice video rdx is a nice car
What price did you pay? I'm looking for one but they seem to cost 6,000 to 8,000 here in California.
That's about right for a pristine CRX. I've seen them go for 10k in Excellent cond. ..... 15k in Showroom.
moccina I'm picking one up this Saturday for $3,000 :D
CrxRacer805
Whereabouts ?
ive seen one the other day for 2000. i bought mine for 600 dollars, no engine. i had an opportunity to buy an almost perfect 91 but passed because i already had one. it was 3200 dollars
moccina Near Los Angeles. Video on my channel if you wanna see it.
I feel ur love man!!!
Yea i read comments now i see why temp gauge. I thought it was overheading
What's up with the temperature gauge it's running hot
+Roberto Alicea Malfunctioning gauge.
Oh ok looks good