What an amazing car. I remember these all over the place, you don’t see them around much anymore and certainly not in that shape. What a great profile that civic has.
What a great car! I had one of these back in the 80s. Mine was a 1977 Civic hatchback in dark green with a tan velour interior and the 2-speed automatic. It was a great little car. Easy to drive, nimble, and great gas mileage.
My sister and her best friend each got 1 matching lol - Bright Yellow and black & white checked interior. They’d drive both together down to the mall and beach. Hondas were still unknown in LA!!
I had the exact same car when I lived in Panama Canal. It was a hand me down service member car that had been passed down several times. I never knew it had 5 speeds until I accidentally shifted it to 5th gear. Lol
Had a 60s chain driven Civic that replaced a Rambler Rogue that my grandfather used as the "pasture" car to drive across the range and look for the horses or mend fences in the Black Hills. They fit in a lot of places that the monster cars of the 70s could not go.
When I was a kid, just 10 years old when the 79s came out I wanted one of these in forest green along with a Cadillac Coupe de Ville in black, a Monte Carlo in light blue, a Z28 in yellow with orange and red stripes, a Corvette in silver and a custom Chevy van in black with chrome mag wheels, side pipes, ground effects treatment, a mural on both sides of the van and a waterbed in the back with blue shag rug just like my neighbor had, all vehicles from the same year. I still want the van, lol
Cute li'l Hondamatic! Literally can't remember the last time I saw one of these ANYWHERE, let alone being driven on the roads, here in the UK. They were quite popular back in the day too, though they were a bit rust-prone compared to later Hondas.
Buddy had one in high school in the 80s.. thing was a blast in the winter, very Mini-like handling, alas it fell victim to road salt after a few years as many cars were back then
I had a new 1975 Civic and these were the funniest cars going and during the winter snows was one of the only cars on the road with it's front wheel drive, most everything thing then was still rear wheel drive.
I loved these when they first came out (along with the Accord) - they were so simple and honest and no nonsense. Not fast or particularly refined (save for the engines which were mechanical marvels compared to other cars of the era) but charming and fun to drive. I'm particularly fond of the station wagon Accords and Civics. You NEVER see one this unmolested and original. Like many famous brands, once you owned one and lived with it on a day to day basis you will always love them, shortcomings and all!
Damn Lou my wife bought one and one day on a freshly paved road I managed to tear the car in half and went thru the front seat the back seat and halfway out the hatchback! Got pretty banged up! The guy that owned the gas station kept it out front for a few months And he said nobody believed I lived thru it! (Almost didn't),
My first car was a 1977 Honda CIVIC 2 door hatchback. It was an absolute blast to drive, handled great, and was very quick. Ialso seemed to get better gas mileage than anyone I knew
Truly, a stunning example! A girl I knew in my year at school had an immaculate White one that she bought after leaving school. Here in Australia, you're lucky if you even manage to spot one! Because these are super rare here!
just like one friend of mine's dad had back then, cept theirs was blue, gray or blk interior. he'd let us use it all the time, was a great little cruiser
I had an 82 sedan that my dad gave me as a grad gift. Great memories in that car. Wish I would have taken better care of it. Too bad you needed to do 4000 rpm to get it to 65 on freeways 😞
I like it! It reminds me of my old 1978 Honda CVCC CIVIC! I miss that car. My father sold it back to the old owner when I was 18 years old without my nowlege😡! I was mad! That was my first car!
My last surviving Aunt had one of these brand new in a 4 door if I’m correct. I was like 10 or 11 at the time. Being in Detroit and going from a big Pontiac to this was a deal back then. 👍🏿
I had a 76 Honda station wagon with the big 1798 cc engine which was my first car. I bought it in 1982 and even though it only had 65000 miles on it that car was shot. They didn't last long in Canada.
My friend had a yellow one in high school There were a bunch of us riding around in it one day when some thing in side the hatch caught fire. Come to find out there was a hole in the top of the muffler setting stuff in the way back on fire.
I had a 79 that I bought used in 85 for $1200. However…….an automatic ?… The sweet Honda five speed manual transmission got me hooked for life. Today I drive a 2020 Si Civic 6sp Manual
Much like the 1974 Civic that was my first car in 1974 except mine was white with black interior and 4 speed. The hood is different on the 1974 as well - no “air scoop” for the interior fresh air.
As a young man I was hired by a guy who had a service station in Canada, he got a Honda franchise in 1975 for buying $1000 in parts--that's all! It fit in a cardboard box about 3 feet square. We began selling Civics in a day when no one even knew Honda sold cars--only motorcycles. We'd get 4 or 5 per week and sold em for around $2599--sometimes they'd all be sold before delivery to the station. I was paid $100 per sale.
This Civic is a real blast from the past!!! Back in the seventies these cars were everywhere. It's a real treat to see if!!! 👍👍🙂
great restoration......
What an amazing car. I remember these all over the place, you don’t see them around much anymore and certainly not in that shape. What a great profile that civic has.
This guy is still out there.
Doing this show, awesome
Wow that's awesome. He seems so friendly to.
What a great car! I had one of these back in the 80s. Mine was a 1977 Civic hatchback in dark green with a tan velour interior and the 2-speed automatic. It was a great little car. Easy to drive, nimble, and great gas mileage.
My first new car was a 1978 Civic. Brings back some wonderful memories!
Former 1971 Civic owner here. The wheel / tire -- can't remember if it was 11-inch or 12-inch, I seriously doubt that it was a 13-incher.
My sister and her best friend each got 1 matching lol - Bright Yellow and black & white checked interior. They’d drive both together down to the mall and beach. Hondas were still unknown in LA!!
I had the exact same car when I lived in Panama Canal. It was a hand me down service member car that had been passed down several times. I never knew it had 5 speeds until I accidentally shifted it to 5th gear. Lol
This car is HUGE. I had a 1971 Civic. Now, that one was small.
My parents had one, it was a great little car. I'd love to find one in this shape!
Wow! Did not see that coming! A very rare site these days. The early Civics and Accords are so much more appealing than the current ones!
That was my first car but in dark brown.
Had a 60s chain driven Civic that replaced a Rambler Rogue that my grandfather used as the "pasture" car to drive across the range and look for the horses or mend fences in the Black Hills. They fit in a lot of places that the monster cars of the 70s could not go.
That was a Honda 600--earlier than Civic. No Civics had chain-drive.
@@gymshoe8862 thanks. My grandfather actually owned it
i knew someone that had one back then, same color too i think. wow, brings back memories.
That was a popular car when I was in HS in the early 80s... when teens could drive a manual. 😆
Wait till you discover the YUGO and Le Car!! ... bedsides the hot rod Datsun B210!
When I was a kid, just 10 years old when the 79s came out I wanted one of these in forest green along with a Cadillac Coupe de Ville in black, a Monte Carlo in light blue, a Z28 in yellow with orange and red stripes, a Corvette in silver and a custom Chevy van in black with chrome mag wheels, side pipes, ground effects treatment, a mural on both sides of the van and a waterbed in the back with blue shag rug just like my neighbor had, all vehicles from the same year. I still want the van, lol
I'd happily watch an hour,for a 'month of Sunday's' to see all the vehicles there getting reviewed.That was looking showroom new.Well done!
Cute li'l Hondamatic!
Literally can't remember the last time I saw one of these ANYWHERE, let alone being driven on the roads, here in the UK. They were quite popular back in the day too, though they were a bit rust-prone compared to later Hondas.
I would love to have a Honda from the 70's. My uncle had an Accord CVCC and I loved riding in it
Buddy had one in high school in the 80s.. thing was a blast in the winter, very Mini-like handling, alas it fell victim to road salt after a few years as many cars were back then
Oh yes! From my country 👍👍👍
That Honda is nice but that Datsun 240z is sweet
I had a new 1975 Civic and these were the funniest cars going and during the winter snows was one of the only cars on the road with it's front wheel drive, most everything thing then was still rear wheel drive.
I loved these when they first came out (along with the Accord) - they were so simple and honest and no nonsense. Not fast or particularly refined (save for the engines which were mechanical marvels compared to other cars of the era) but charming and fun to drive. I'm particularly fond of the station wagon Accords and Civics. You NEVER see one this unmolested and original. Like many famous brands, once you owned one and lived with it on a day to day basis you will always love them, shortcomings and all!
I remember this growing up in Puerto Rico, the vw bugs and ve buses as well, there are hidden gems on my island still
Thanks Mr. Dennis.
Great car. Excellent condition.
The 240Z next to it looks mint too
Damn Lou my wife bought one and one day on a freshly paved road I managed to tear the car in half and went thru the front seat the back seat and halfway out the hatchback! Got pretty banged up!
The guy that owned the gas station kept it out front for a few months
And he said nobody believed I lived thru it! (Almost didn't),
I had a 1974 that was sweet.
You went a long way to show this car. It’s mint. Thanks for sharing! Hope you had a blessed Thanksgiving 🦃
That is a bloody lovely car
My first car was a 1977 Honda CIVIC 2 door hatchback. It was an absolute blast to drive, handled great, and was very quick. Ialso seemed to get better gas mileage than anyone I knew
Truly, a stunning example! A girl I knew in my year at school had an immaculate White one that she bought after leaving school. Here in Australia, you're lucky if you even manage to spot one! Because these are super rare here!
just like one friend of mine's dad had back then, cept theirs was blue, gray or blk interior. he'd let us use it all the time, was a great little cruiser
such a cool car - feels mint - love it :)
Fantastico video buon weekend friend 👋
Honda needs to bring that model back to the marketplace.
Nice. They had one at DCH Paramus Honda but this one blows it away 😮
Love the color
I had an 82 sedan that my dad gave me as a grad gift. Great memories in that car. Wish I would have taken better care of it. Too bad you needed to do 4000 rpm to get it to 65 on freeways 😞
I bought a used 1979 Honda Civic in 1985.
My 1979 Civic looked worse in 1985 than his 1979 Civic looks in 2022.
I want one so bad!!!
I like it! It reminds me of my old 1978 Honda CVCC CIVIC! I miss that car. My father sold it back to the old owner when I was 18 years old without my nowlege😡! I was mad! That was my first car!
My last surviving Aunt had one of these brand new in a 4 door if I’m correct. I was like 10 or 11 at the time. Being in Detroit and going from a big Pontiac to this was a deal back then. 👍🏿
I had a 76 Honda station wagon with the big 1798 cc engine which was my first car. I bought it in 1982 and even though it only had 65000 miles on it that car was shot. They didn't last long in Canada.
My friend had a yellow one in high school There were a bunch of us riding around in it one day when some thing in side the hatch caught fire. Come to find out there was a hole in the top of the muffler setting stuff in the way back on fire.
Wish I can have Clover again. (Green 81 or 82 Civic)
I had a 79 that I bought used in 85 for $1200. However…….an automatic ?… The sweet Honda five speed manual transmission got me hooked for life. Today I drive a 2020 Si Civic 6sp Manual
Much like the 1974 Civic that was my first car in 1974 except mine was white with black interior and 4 speed. The hood is different on the 1974 as well - no “air scoop” for the interior fresh air.
Taught myself to drive standard in one of these #RIPClutch Flip the air cleaner lid upside down and go rev that thing!
What a beauty this is! 😍
That’s a beautiful car. The owner should have started it up, so we could have a listen to that machine.
back when honda " we make ti simple " walk pass a muscle cars to see something this rare
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Just curious where to buy parts when need repair ?
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we had one in Puerto Rico and $10 dollar gas lasted around 14 days lol. Unfortunately it was stolen and we never found it.
Dont let it get rained on or it will dissolve in front of you
The only thing that would make this video and car show perfect is if you had a example of the same era and condition of a Toyota Carolla!
It's actually perfectly designed and painted from the factory for carrying exactly 128 lbs of choice herb...
As a young man I was hired by a guy who had a service station in Canada, he got a Honda franchise in 1975 for buying $1000 in parts--that's all! It fit in a cardboard box about 3 feet square. We began selling Civics in a day when no one even knew Honda sold cars--only motorcycles. We'd get 4 or 5 per week and sold em for around $2599--sometimes they'd all be sold before delivery to the station. I was paid $100 per sale.
No cue what thw heck you are talking about, Shoeman. MSRP on a brand new 1972 Honda Civic was USD $999.
Frank stop being a douche. A cursory search of the interwebs show they were about 2k.
Spanish people 👀 intensifying ..
Suffered very badly from rust as all Japanese cars did during those years.
Kswap it 😄 🤣
So is this guy dead now too?
Which guy??
The guy who's son owns the car.
Got me. I just know I'm still here!
These old Civics are adorable until you try to drive them on an American road... then, you 'bout to die.
Interesting car