Should You Buy It? - 2006-2011 Honda Civic Si Review
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In this video, I review the 8th generation Civic Si and tell you all about the pros and cons of owning one.
This car is a whole lot of fun considering how little they cost these days. Plus they do (for the most part) hold true to "Honda reliability"
I would recommend looking to purchase one if you want a fun yet practical and reliable car.
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Picked up a 07 Civic Si last week, a older lady owned it has about 142,000 miles. Picked it for $4500! New clutch and bone stock, love driving it!
Congrats on the purchase! They are great cars, hope you enjoy your time with it!
wow good deal
Old lady driving a manual si?..
@@Daniel-td5ck Grandma dynamite, some like it hot lol.
I had a C6 Corvette, 05 Subaru Sti and got the itch back to get a sport car. I got an 08 Si Sedan....and damn what a life change
1. Comfortable
2. Easy to drive. Shifts are smooth,
3. Low maintenance
MPG varies but if you shift under 3200,
City =25
Highway-30
My best was 26 city, 32 highway, Reading *low fuel light at 350 miles
Yes I recommend it I own one and its my daily puts a smile on my face every time I drive it.
Thanks so much for your comment!
I completely agree, they are fantastic cars and so much fun to drive :)
@@TLEEonDaBEAT 118k
Kenny_Fa5 I am looking to buy a 2008 with about 113k for about 5 grand. Is that a good deal? What’s should I look out for? The car seems to never have been modified.
@@teacherpaco Hey Paco - That seems like a pretty good deal price wise, and mileage is also quite low for that year!
In regards to what to look out for:
Specifically with these cars, you want to look out for the following:
- Clear coat fade (very obvious if it's there, especially on the hood, roof and top of trunk)
- Third gear grind, shift from 2nd to 3rd gear at a high rpm and ensure that the car shifts smoothly, you'll feel and hear the transmission grind if there's something wrong with the synchro's
- How much oil does it burn? DOCH VTEC Honda's are famous for burning oil so it's normal almost all of them to burn a bit, but as long as it's not smoking out the exhaust and the owner doesn't have to add 4-5 quarts between changes, you should be fine. 1-2 quarts between changes is relatively normal for these cars, although less is ideal!
In regards to what to look for in general:
- Any accidents?
- Any rust?
- What has been done in terms of maintenance? Does anything currently need to be done?
- What mods have been done and have they been done professionally?
- When you're driving it, does it make any unusual noises?
Those things should help you get off to a good start - all the best with your purchase!
Ive always strictly driven European cars until i finally made a family of my own, and considering the budget and reliability this may be my greatest choice for my next car, How is ownership? Fun Factor? Im so intrigued since this might very well be my first Japanese car
I have an 08 fg2 that just hit 185K miles. Hondata shows my engine redlining over 1,400 times. Modified from tip to tail and driven spiritedly whenever started. Only ever used Royal Purple in the engine and the gearbox. Beside routine maintenance absolutely nothing else has been done to maintain this car and it has been flawless since day one! Still starts and runs like butter and has absolutely no problem beating up on the 1.8 T 2.0 T and 24v VR6. I've even whooped a few Foxbody 302 V8 Mustangs with it. I will never own anything but a Honda from here on out.
Beauty!!! Thanks for your comment!! Glad the car is running well for you and I hope it continues to do so!
It’s kind of hard finding a decent one nowadays and finding the right owner is crucial. I bought a 08 si about 2 months ago and the starter, clutch lines, clutch and pressure plate assembly itself needed work after just 2 weeks of buying. Not to mention how the owner did NOT care about the car transmission maintenance and how he mentioned changing the clutch weeks prior.
So so true. Sorry to hear about the rough experience when you bought one, I hope it runs great for you from here on out!
This is an amazing review! Very well made and straight to the point without it being neither too fast paced or robotic like. Very nice personal touch to it while remaining professional all through out.
I appreciate that, thank you!
Thanks Josh - lots of details in here! Thanks for the tips to look out for when purchasing the SI.
Thank you for your comment, much appreciated!
I always enjoy your reviews ! Very thorough and informative
Thank you very much! I have many more in the works!
Nice review. I’m buying an 08 si tonight. Totally stock, 127k miles, clean title, and it was repainted due to the clear issues. Should fit the bill for a fun, reliable daily.
Congrats!!! That's a good find for sure. Hope you enjoy it!
Really enjoyed the video! Very informative and straight to the points. 👍🏽
Much appreciated! More videos to come :)
Your driving around barrie!! better yet my end of town 🤣👌🏼 just got my 07 si coupe today & love it !
I am so impressed that you noticed! That's wild! Hope you enjoy your car! They're a ton of fun :)
The sedans look soooooo much better than the coupes! Nice ride!
Definitely agree - I really liked the design of the 8th sedan :)
have to disagree the coupes have a better rear and front end
No way coupes are lower wider shorter the coupe is rolling artwork the 8th generation was the first where the coupe has completely different sheet metal from the a-pillars back the sedan is wedgy asf
@@coltonhall2559 the front is same from Honda symbol to the a pillar
@@kevinwhiting8391 I think a lot of people would disagree with you on that lol. It's really a matter of opinion as opposed to fact. Some like the coupe, some like the Sedan. I personally prefer the Sedan- along with many other people as well.
Bought my 2007 SI a year ago bone stock absolutely love it best car I've ever owned. Of course I had the clearcoat issue Recently got a brand new paint job at macco they did a great job everything was just under 1800 dollars
That's a great price to get the paint fixed. Glad you'r enjoying the car :)
Just got me one a few weeks ago. Thought about heading to macco. Did they fix all the dings and hail damage for that price?
@@Txcowboy80 overall they got the major dents they missed a couple of small dings that aren't really noticeable. they got rid of the rust around the wheel wells. They sand off the original paint and clearcoat from the car and start from scratch so those faded patches aren't a issue again.
Just bought a 2010 coupe with 200k on it. He was original owner. Apart from peeling clearcoat it’s mint,garage kept,lowered,exhaust and tune I paid $5200 for it.
In today’s market, that’s a pretty good deal!
Hope you enjoy it, at 200k it’s still got a lot of life left for sure 👍🙂
Great Review!! Ima be getting this car a 2009 Honda Civic love this car 😍
Hope you enjoy it! They are a ton of fun
2010 SI owner here. Hope to keep it until I die. My clear coat has started to go (I've had it repaired) and the A/C stopped working like most Honda's, but other than that, ZERO mechanical and drivetrain related issues. Been an awesome car. I love and miss high revving Honda's.. If you are listening Honda.. Come on.. Do a few more like this again one day.. Sadly they're all getting older and harder to find.
Couldn't agree more - I've missed my 8th every day since selling it. REALLY hope that one day we see another high revving N/A Honda :)
Hope your car continues to be reliable for you!
If your AC is out..check your relay switch or fuses...compressor fuse....mine was the relay switch..$8 fix
@@area859 This is a really good point, I've had this happen on one of my previous Honda's as well.
@@KingdomAuto keep it going, I transformed mine, I have it on my channel, no biggie but im proud of it. The clear was bad but i got a pretty good paintjob just a few months back with rims and new exhaust its great for now
I have a 2008, and my ac stopped working too, sucks
Great video. I've owned a Taffeta White 2007 FG2 since 2015, about to hit 100k miles. Awesome vehicles. For anyone interested in an 8th gen, the Taffeta White models don't seem to suffer from the crows footing or peeling clear coat defects. On the downside my TW paint is prone to rock chips and gets spiderweb cracks on the rear bumper from relatively minor impacts. Kingdom Auto Consulting is correct, if the previous owner didn't get the factory paint defects fixed within the recall period (5+ years ago, before I bought my FG2 in 2015) then you're unable to get it done now. The paint recall deadline was many years ago. I've also seen online that Honda was only respraying panels with visible damage, so it's possible that body panels that weren't peeling at the time of the initial paint recall are now peeling (Honda wasn't respraying entire cars). The peeling clear coat is believed to be caused or exacerbated by UV exposure, so it's best to keep these 8th gens in a garage whenever possible.
Really appreciate your comment, thanks SO much for the information!
Hope your 8th continues to run well for years to come!! They're such great cars!
Great review. I bought my 2011 si coupe brand new. 156k miles and going.
Thanks so much!
Glad you’re still enjoying your car! They’re so much fun.
Have a 07, Si and I so agree with you! FUN car, and this is coming from a guy who has had multiple cars from Range Rover, Tesla P85, Lexus 300 HS, etc. I have the coupe version and I’m 6’3” , clearance is good in regards to leg and head room.
Thanks for your comment, great to know about the room you have as well, thanks for sharing!
Yeah, these cars are a blast, something just can’t replace a high revving NA engine :)
Hope the car runs for a long time for you!
I just bought a 2007 si sedan 2 days ago, 1 owner, 120k red, pretty clean all maintenance up to date, . I always wanted one red or fiji blue .. pretty fun car hope everything goes good with it.. 🤞 😁
Congrats on the purchase! They're fantastic cars - yeah make sure the oil is always topped up and you should be good to go for a long time. Enjoy it!
well done review and i'd echo all of your comments as being spot on as the owner of a 2010 Si sedan. if you're a fan of the n/a engine driving experience, but still want a practical and reliable car there is nothing that can touch these Si's at this price. everything feels like it was engineered by someone who understands performance driving, from the floor-hinged full length throttle pedal that is perfect for heel-toe work down to the torsen diff, fast steering rack and buzzsaw redline. yet i can still take my entire family on a 1000 mile road trip and get a 32mpg average (literally did just that). they're not a numbers car (unless you want to modify the engine in which case they can be extremely quick) nor are they without issues at this age, but overall its just an incredibly satisfying car to own for an enthusiast. i have no intention of letting mine go.
I appreciate your comment! You have summed up an 8th Si to perfection!
8th gen civic is legendary
Agreed! So much to like about that car.
Thanks for informative review!
Absolutely! Glad to have helped!
Checking out a black 08 si coupe with 100k miles for 6k, I owned a 9th gen si and a fk8 type r and im more excited to pick this car up more than the previous civics lol, great video and very clean fa5
Wow that's really saying something, considering the other two Civic's that you've owned. I can definitely appreciate where you're coming from in regards to the 8th Si being a fantastic car to drive/own. I used to own the one that I used for this review and it's been years since I sold it, but I still miss it all the time. You really do get the whole package with those cars, and that high revving K20 is such a blast to drive.
All the best with your purchase and I hope the car lasts you for a long time!
Cheers :)
Civics from 06 to 08 tend to have engine block issues, due to a problem with the alloy used on them. The engine breaks. I suggest you to get one from 09 to 11
@@limahead134 Hey thanks for your comment! I believe the engine block issues were mainly on the R18 engines, which was not the Si trim level, but everything below (DX, LX, EX, etc). But you're correct with the years though, from 06-08 it was a more common issue. The K20 engines (Si trim level) were built stronger and have been known to be a very reliable engine (apart from burning oil).
One big thing to look out for on the Si between 2006 and 2008 was that a handful of the transmissions had synchro issues. Honda addressed this issue though and it was far less common from 2009-2011.
Thanks again!
@@KingdomAuto glad to know. Currently Im looking for a SI as my first car. Listen to your opinion just gets me more excited
@@limahead134 They are FANTASTIC cars. Especially the 8th gen (in my opinion). It was the last generation that Honda released such an amazing, high revving fun engine like the K20Z3. Don't get me wrong, newer Si's are also a lot of fun but there's something about an engine screaming past 8000RPM that just can't be replaced. All the best with your purchase and I hope you enjoy whichever car you end up buying :)
i absolutely loved my 2007!!! Very comparable to my XGEN for fun factor, even without turbo.
Totally agree with you :) I REALLY miss the 8th K20 engines, the VTEC kick/noise and the 8200 rpm redline (among many other things) made these such fun cars!
Thanks for your comment!
Not certain if this has affected others but I also have discovered my fan blower takes a while to change from one option to the other. For example switching from defrost to front blowers may take 3 miles of driving before it actually switches. This started when I hit 120k miles. Overall good car.
Good to know, thanks for sharing! I've personally not heard of this before but thanks for your comment though. Always good to know about potential issues when making a purchase for a vehicle :)
Nice review . I had an 06 si for about two years . And let me tell you the engine in these things are little gems. Probably one of the best naturally aspirated 4 cylinder ever made. In stock form top speed was 127mph. Add in invidia q300 cat back exhaust, hybrid racing cai, p2r tbs, lightweight wheels, hybrid racing short shifter, stiffer sway bars and top it off with a good tune. And your looking at a super fun dd/ commuter. That tops out at over 140mph which is kinda insane.
Sounds like you had a great setup! The Q300 is such a nice sounding exhaust. Thanks so much for your comment and glad you enjoyed the car!
I've hit 160 MPH in my 2010 civic si, and that was even before intake , header back exhaust, hondata and customer tune.
@@TheWessGarage That seems a bit fast haha. I wonder if your car was already tuned somehow?? The top speed for these cars was factory limited to around 130 mph ish. Here's a good video where you can see it - keep in mind that this video shows the speed in KPH, not MPH. so 214KPH is around 130 MPH:
czcams.com/video/ffBtl0wYey4/video.html
@@KingdomAuto yes they are governed, but for some reason when I baught my car from the dealership. It never had the Governor put on. They will do 260km in stock form - it takes awhile to get there though.
@@TheWessGarage Wow that's really cool. I wonder if it somehow wasn't programmed in. Very neat either way!
The clear coat can be fixed if you just want it to look better, but if you want it perfect it would probably cost close to the same to get the section repainted. The key is to keep a lot of protection on the paint on those cars that tend to have clear coat issues.
Thanks so much! Great info!
This just proves to me how much of a tank my 1993 Honda Accord EX is. Everything still works on it and drives great. Plus it has more torque than horsepower. Can't say that about many Honda's.
They are great cars for sure!
Get this gen 2009 or later. Ive had a Wrx, Gti, and a speed3.. My 8th gen Si's are my favorite out of all of them.. Its such a fun daily. Basic maintenance is key on these cars. Check pulleys and fluids and the k20 will take you well above 250k. My 2 door daily has 283k on the dash and it still rips.. Never selling my Si's😁
@Charles Lindberg they're great cars man. Just drive it to the ground👍👍👍
Great comment, thanks for sharing! Totally agree with you on how much fun these are to drive (and the basic maintenance too)!!
Bought my 09 fg2 in 2017 with 132k. Since then, I've swapped in the skunk2 header/exhaust, Hybridracing intake and a pro tune putting down 240hp 176tq. It now has 156k, and She still pulls like a bat out of hell.
My cousin has an 09 fa5 with the exact same mods putting down 251hp 185tq.
An absolute joy and pleasure to drive these 8thgens!
closfg2 Is that whp or crank numbers?
That must be crank, it’s impossible to make that much power to the wheels with bolt ons.
@@kojack635 WHP
@@andrewnyynyj negative. They're both whp numbers. Not crank hp. Both were tuned at the wheel, not the crank.
Pimp
great review thx
Appreciate it!
I owned 10th gen si, but i picked one up 07 si with 84k miles. The 10th gen is faster and more refined however the sound from the 8th gen stock is amazing.
I hear a lot of good things about the 10th gen's - especially the handling. I haven't driven a 10th Si but I have driven the Type R and it feels like it's on rails even stock. But I definitely agree that the high revving K20 will be dearly missed. It would be really nice if Honda brings back a car that can break the 8k rpm mark stock again. I miss that a lot.
No question, yes, you should buy one.
I agree!
My 2007 has stock exhaust, cold air intake. I have got consistently 33-36 mpg driving 150 miles , 3/4ths highway from Pa to rehobeth beach.
Nice, they really are great cars :)
Got my 2007 Si Coupe a week ago! Your video really sold me on it! And I got good deal (For Utah at least) $7300 with just under 90,000 miles and the paint is still in good condition as well as unmodified! Very excited to own and drive this for a long while.
Thank you very much! Seems like you got a really clean 8th!!! It's rare to see them with mileage that low and especially unmodified!
I'd say you got a pretty good deal for sure.
Hope you enjoy the car for years to come!
Congrats on the purchase!!
Are modified ones bad?
Get the valves checked & adjusted if it wasn't done already, replace the valve gasket too; did you get anything else serviced or know if done prior? I'd change all the fluids (engine, tranny, coolant, refrigerant, clutch, & brake) since ppl are pretty neglectful.
@@JohnDoe-vn2kh Usually they tend to rap on them but get a compression test and warmed up test drive to gauge the engine & tranny quality
Hi, great review of one of my favorite cars.I am looking at a 2010 Si that has 170,000kms in Montreal area. It is completely stock.
The present owner said he recently changed the Transmission oil. Is this something that you find is good to do with an Si with this mileage?Or did he do it because of 3rd gear issue that you mentioned?Thanks alot eh!!
Thanks for your comment!
With regards to the car you're looking at purchasing, I would *try* to find one with less mileage (if you can). If you can't then you're right for looking at the newer 8th gen Civic's. From 2009-2011, they had less issues than 06-08 :)
When it comes to the transmission fluid change - it's recommended that the fluid is changed every 50,000kms or so from Honda so great that the previous owner has changed it for you. This won't really do much, if anything at all if 3rd gear has an issue though. It might make the shifts a tad smoother but if the transmission has synchro problems, then you'll feel that when shifting at high RPM regardless.
When the test drive happens, just ensure that the car is shifted at high RPM's a few times through the gears to see how it does.
Hope that helps and all the best on the purchase!
@@KingdomAuto Thanks a lot. Will do!!
@@frankpavan7865 Hope it all goes well! These cars are A LOT of fun :)
that engine has got a lot of kinetic energy waiting to be uncorked. except for a k&n drop-in filter, mine is still stock and it's still has got a lot of kick to it. just be sure to treat it well w/ the right honda fluids (most especially the one that comes w/ the a/t transmission variant) and it's practically bullet proof.
This^^ Thanks for your comment, so true!
I've been seeing a lot of the clear coat failures cross makes. As to the engine, I test drove a 2012 which has the K24. Intown, very responsive and easy to drive yet when you need to get moving quickly or on the highway need to pass, it does so easily and quickly.
Your explanation about the cabin space versus the engine bay proves everything comes with a price.
Yeah good call on the paint, I’ve seen paint failure on some other Honda’s as well, like the Pilot and Odyssey, seems like it’s mainly with the white paint. But the clear coat was across multiple colours.
Agreed though, those K24 engines have a lot of useable torque! The K20’s had the better top end but it’s not uncommon for the K24’s to “feel” faster just because of the added torque and change of the powerband.
Both options are fantastic though, reliable and tons of fun! Just stay on top of oil changes and make sure the timing chain tensioner is in good health and you’re pretty much good to go for years
Thanks for your comment!
@@KingdomAuto along with better serviceability than my current car,, 13 Avalon 3.5, in a couple yeah when it's paid down enough I'm going to be aggressively looking for a Civic SI 2.4L. I have a daughter to thing about and in day to day driving, the higher torque will serve my needs better that a higher top end
@@vanhasydan4754 nice! Hope you’re able to find what you’re looking for. Hopefully in a couple years, prices on used cars will have dropped a bit compared to where they are now as well.
@@KingdomAuto Kittos sir.
I forgot the exact date, but they did extend the paint recall. I had my '09 repainted in 2017/2018(?), but I have clear coat issues now again and it's worst. Car is 100% kept outside in the Texas sun though, so it's expected.
Great to know about the extension, thanks for sharing! Sorry to hear about the CC issues though... That's tough..
hey man just bought an 8th gen si, where did you get that black carbon shift boot cover plate? looked online but can't find it. thanks
Congrats on the purchase! Hope you enjoy the car for as long as you own it :)
That’s just a carbon fibre wrap actually. The shift knob and that cover come off very easily so I just took it off, wrapped the plate and put it back :)
Hope that helps
I got an Rsx type S with k24 bloc and k20 head, my vtech was popping at 4500rpm man that was serious
That's a really nice combo, the extra torque from the K24 and the high revving K20 head did really well together. Bet you enjoyed that car a lot!
Upgrade oils to Pennzoil Ultra 5W-30 and Amsoil Synchromesh: best lubrication combo for my 6 years of Si ownership
Thanks for all of your feedback on the video, I know people will really appreciate the information you've shared!
I used Synchromesh in my Si as well, when I owned one. I also used Amsoil Signature 5W-30 and it seemed to perform very well.
Good to know about Pennzoil. Thanks again!
Very reliable parts, never had a failure or CEL, only wear 'n tear or minor recall stuff
Nice!
The 2006-2009 base models had that engine block cracking issue. I bet a lot of people wish they upgraded to the si instead.
This is what I recall as well. The 8th Si was/is such a fun car :)
NOT all of them.😎
I just hit 350k kms on my SI. All original, banged off redline everyday.
I've replaced very very few things.
That's a lot of driving! Glad it's still running well for you!
@@KingdomAuto Thanks!! I'd say It'll be asking for a new trans or engine soon, but for now I'm hoping to take it to 500k kms! Once the boost comes into play... I might have my Hope's up too high lol but with proper maintenance, ya never know!
My mom actually just bought the 2008 Civic Si for $8k with 114k miles. What are the average prices you see on these in a good running condition and clean.
That seems like a pretty good deal. They hold their value quite well, so a lot of times it depends on supply/demand. If there aren't many for sale, the seller can bump up the price a bit. 114k miles isn't much on that car though so hopefully it runs well for years to come :)
@@KingdomAuto I have a 09 civic si w 15 k original miles in the garage. How much do you think it’s worth?
Wow, that's a very rare find these days. Honestly I am not sure how much it would go for, but it seems as though a clean 8th Si with over 100,000 miles goes for at least $8,000-$9,000 depending on location. If you have such low mileage, might be worth asking $13,000-$15,000 - maybe more??? I haven't seen one with such low mileage for years so I'm really not sure, but that's pretty incredible though!
That is a fair deal. I usually see si's under 10K that range 110K-200K. $11k-$14K are those under 90K miles
@@KingdomAuto got mine for 8,500 with 65K miles
I love si 8th, gen, can you tell me the specs of those rims? Looking for something like this 😁 PS did someone have an issue with missing coolant in the small tank because every couple of months i miss it and there are no leaks and my engine passes all tests 🙂
The wheels are 17x9 with an offset of 35 all around :) They just fit in the front but they do clear the suspension. Also, you're going to need to run a mild stretch and at least -2 degrees of camber to have no rubbing unfortunately. A more ideal setup for these cars is an 8 or 8.5" wheel with around a 35 offset, that way you'll clear the fenders for sure. Then again, if you don't mind your tires rubbing the fenders then go for the wide setup haha.
I'm not sure about the coolant though. Sounds like the car *might* be drawing some coolant into the engine which is usually a head gasket problem but hopefully that's not what's causing the issue!
Just bout an 08 si coupe 89k miles and the paint is in perfect condition I’m pumped
Congrats on the purchase!! Hope you enjoy it!
Purchased a 2008 FA5 back in December with 120,000 miles. Funnest car I've owned thus far. The best part of waking up.. is i-VTEC in your car.
Fat dog what’s a good price to pay for 08 Honda in your area?
@@itsraheem just got mine for 4800
Nd its the best car i have ever owned
What an excellent review! Am I crazy comparing this and an ES 330? Currently in a 2005 civic and desperately want more power. Can’t decide if I want to wring one of these out on the highway every day, or cruse in silence in an ES 330zz
Thanks for your comment :) - nah I don't think that's crazy at all. All depends what you're looking for :)
I can completely appreciate both vehicles as they serve their purposes really well. The Si will have quite a bit more pep than the 05 but honestly they're still down on torque. Don't get me wrong, they're a ton of fun, but the torque number leaves you wanting more over time
@@KingdomAuto well that’s no problem if you rev the nuts out of the k20 up to 8,000 😌
@@bige7186 They definitely like to live above 6000 RPM eh? Such fun cars :)
Hey that car looks familiar!! ;) Very weird seeing it on CZcams hahaha
Managed to get a review in before I sold it :) hopefully many more to come this summer - but we are in the midst of moving now + a new baby due in September so I’ll do my best but no guarantee’s haha
Have got the 2007 model which is automatic but the gear doesn't shift it seems to be in one gear ...a diagnosing machine has been placed on it n it says nothing is wrong with the gearbox...so what do u think maybe the problem?
Auto transmissions can be tricky to diagnose without taking them in and getting them inspected. I would start with something simple and easy like a transmission flush and then fluid/filter change to see if that fixes anything. If not, it might be best to take the car to a transmission shop to diagnose it
So is the 2 doors more expensive on insurance? And is it considered sport?
Very generally speaking, a 2 door vehicle will be a little more expensive to insure, but this really depends on your record and insurance provider.
That said, these cars are usually classified as more of an economy vehicle and from what I've seen, they are usually very reasonable to insure.
Your best bet would be to call your current insurance provider and ask them to quote you on pricing, for both a Coupe and a Sedan and then you'll have the concrete numbers for yourself :)
Hope that helps!
Just bought one 2 weeks ago and loving it so far. 2008 Si coupe, 178k km, $5k. Completely stock (only mod is a shift knob). I want to lower it a bit though, any recommendations for good and affordable coilovers or springs?
Congrats on your purchase!!! Hope you have a great time driving the car.
Regarding anything to do with lowering/suspension for these cars; check out Red Shift Motorsports. Chris (the owner) is fantastic. He's probably the most knowledgeable guy out there for 8th gen suspension and he has great deals on his site as well :) He hooked me up back when I owned my Si and gave me exactly what I was looking for.
All the best!!
I'm sporting ebach lowering springs. Price is affordable and the ride is stiffer but not harsh. If your on a budget this might be the way to go.
I’m looking into a 2009 sedan si, The seller wants 4K usd and states that there’s no problems. There is 187,000 miles and I can’t tell if it is a scam?
If it's not a scam, that sounds like a pretty good deal! I'd definitely go take a look at it, go through the basics - no accidents, transmission shifts well, clutch doesn't slip, does it burn oil, clear coat fade, etc. But if all those check out and the engine is still running smooth and strong, I'd jump on that - great deal if it pans out!
This would all pretty much hold true for the Canada only CSX too, right? Looking at a 2011 at 86K miles, 7900CAD (~9K total post tax). Worth it?
The CSX is basically the same car with the exception of the base CSX models vs. the base Civic models. The CSX Type S was essentially the same car as the Civic Si aside from the fact that it came with leather interior and usually a navigation unit.
The base CSX model actually comes with a DOHC Vtec 2.0L K20 engine, just like the base RSX models. It's not tuned the same way as the Si/CST type S engines and uses some different internal parts, so it puts out around 160hp and 135 ish Tq but it's definitely an improvement over the base Civic engine which was the 1.8 and only SOCH.
Other than that, they were the same cars :)
Regarding the deal, yeah that actually sounds like a pretty good price. Low km's and quite a fair price considering the Acura's are almost always priced higher than the Civic's :)
Hope that helps!
I bought a 2006 civic si for $4300 Canadian with 190,000km on it. It has an injen cold air intake and came with set of brand new winters. Only problem is I had to spend $2000 to get clutch replaced. Spent about $6500 total. Does this sound like a good deal?
That's a decent deal yeah, as long as there aren't any other serious issues with the car then yep! Hope you enjoy the car!
I know that prices can vary by which insurance agency you use, but I am considering purchasing an 09 civic si, and I was wondering if they are considered as a sports car (insurance wise)? And are they are expensive on insurance? I’m 19.
Its technically a compact car so you should be good
Juan Lopez Alright, thanks!
I agree with what Juan said - one of the benefits of these cars is that they're usually considered an economy compact vehicle so they're typically pretty good for insurance :) Happy car hunting!!
Kingdom Auto Consulting That’s what I wanted to hear! Thanks for the info!
The Sedan Si's came out in 2007 not 2008. In 2008 the Mugen edition came out and it was a sedan also.
Thanks! I was aware of this, but my mouth said something different than what I was thinking lol. Appreciate the correction :)
2011 civic si sedan really good condition 97k miles silver completely stock 10k out the door at a corner lot is that a good price?
Seems like the price was just a tad high but honestly, if it's in good shape and runs well then I'd be happy!
I’m 6’4 and buying a 2006 Honda Civic coupe. Do you think I’ll fit comfortably 😐 I’m more worried about leg room. How tall are you
A buddy of mine is around your height and he found the 8th gen (Sedan and Coupe) to be a little smaller inside than some of the previous gen Civic's (especially if they have a sunroof, as that removes some head space). I am only 5'10 so I can't give you a good perspective. If you don't need a sunroof, you would definitely have a little more head room, but I would recommend taking one out for a drive and determining if you have enough room.
I hope you're able to fit!!
I was thinking about getting this bc of the price but they are just too small! I'll be getting the Accord!!
Totally fair! The Accord definitely has more room
Just have a question I’m thinking about buying this car for 5500 euros 220km miles 2009 model do you think is a good deal ?
Hey, Honestly in Euros I'm really not sure. Sounds like it might be a tad expensive if I'm using the current exchange rate of Euros to CAD, but mainly because the mileage is slightly high for that price. I would say your best bet is to compare with other similar cars in the area to see if that price is decent. Hope that helps and all the best in your search!
What's the build list on the FA5 please ?
Thank 👍 you!
Oh boy this going back a ways.
From what I remember:
Skunk2 CAI + alpha header
Invidia q300 cat back exhaust
Flashpro + tune
Koni shocks in the back, Truhart in the front
Neuspeed sport springs
Fast hayaku wheels - 17x9
Don’t remember the name of the front lip but I had one on there.
And that’s about it. I had a rear engine mount as well to help with the header movement.
I’m pretty sure that’s about it maybe apart from some other cosmetic things
The only 8th gen sedan I've been able to find within a 200 mile radius is $8999 at a dealership with 152k miles. I doubt this is the best deal but the sedan version of this car is hard to find in Southern California (or maybe just in general too). Any tips on negotiating the price down with the dealership? I'm thinking of going to look at it tomorrow. Thank you.
Have u looked on Facebook marketplace? I’ve found great deals on there here in Florida on civic si’s
Back then I think it would have been a pretty good deal!
@@KingdomAuto Looking back on it, I have to agree! Not too bad for a stealership. I did go check it out and, although it was the color I wanted, it just didn’t feel like the one. Not too long after leaving my original comment, I ended up finding one a couple hours away for $7k and only 112k miles! 2 years later and I still own and daily my 8th gen Si sedan. Kept it mostly stock with the exception of a Mishimoto SRI. Favorite car I’ve owned so far. 🙏
Since we’re in a seller’s market and with how hard it is to find a stock sedan, I’ve thought about selling it for a quick down payment on a M340i, but I honestly think I’d regret letting it go. 🤣
@@sexyfoo That’s fantastic! Glad you were able to land a solid deal on an 8th.
Honestly I still miss mine. Sold it around 3 years ago just because our family was expanding and we needed a bigger vehicle.
It was such a fun car with so much heart and character. Sure it wasn’t the fastest thing out there but something about an 8+ thousand rpm redline and that silky smooth transmission made it one of the most fun cars to drive.
Hope yours lasts for a long time!!
Sick machine! Whaht wheels and tires setup you use on your 8th gen?!
Thank you! This car isn't mine anymore, sold it about a year ago but I had 17x9 wheels with 225/45/17 tires. The wheels were made by Fast and the model is called the Hayaku. Apparently they don't make that specific spec. anymore unfortunately. I was really happy with the setup though!
Whyd you sell it
I just bought a 2008 Honda civic Si coupe with 149k miles for 7k. The clutch gave out. Any advice?
Sorry to hear that! For an Si with low mileage like that I’d just get a reputable shop to fix the clutch and drive it for another 150-200,000 miles. Those things will go forever as long as the oil level is maintained and you stay on top of oil changes :)
What about a 2008 Honda Civic•LX coupe 2D 87.000 miles for 7,200? Should I buy it?
Seems like a decent price and relatively low mileage. 2006-2008 non-Si Civic’s were prone to a big issue with the engine block, it would sometimes crack meaning the car would need a new engine.
I would be cautious of that, and also inspect the paint as well. Those years had the clear coat issues too.
If those things check out, and the car drives well then it’s a good deal for sure
I'm looking at buying a 2007 - 2008 Honda Civic Si Sedan. I really don't want one but it is all I can find for a good price range and Manual Transmission her in Massachusetts. Driven a hybrid Civic and I am still sold on the Manual Transmission because Automatic Transmission is meh for me.
AKSOXTS What price range are you seeing? I’ve been doing the same here in Pa. There are 2 cars of interest for me both 2008 but one has 94,000 the other has 72,000 both listed at a dealer for 10,995.. they appear to be in the same condition but I still need to look at them there’s no way I’m paying the same price for the same car with more miles lol. In the same breath there is a 2010 si sedan I’m looking at tomorrow with 86,000 on it for just under 10,000 (can see working that down a bit too) that seems more reasonable
Mr. Christopher under $10,000 because of higher mileage. I thought about buying from a dealer but I might just buy it off of someone from Facebook for less.
I completely understand what you're saying. Manual's are so much more fun to drive - all the best in your search for a car!
Yes! I should buy one :D
I agree!
Where did you get your rims from?
They’re from a company called Fast, and the model name is Hayaku I believe. I’m not sure if they still make them anymore unfortunately but I think you can find similar wheels out there. They were 17”x9” and I think a 35 offset.
2007 Civic Si Coupe - 194K miles - $4000
Stock powertrain, new coilovers, tires and rear camber plates.
Good deal?
Good price for sure! high mileage but if it's been maintained well and doesn't burn a lot of oil, good deal!
That is a fair deal.
Would a 2011 civic si coupe with 78k miles be a good buy for 9g?
So if you purely want a sporty sedan like the si then sure get it , it’s reliable , fun to drive , looks good , good mpg , and etc. however it won’t have the latest bells and whistles that some of these other cars have , specifically talking about the technology aspect of the vehicle. OVERALL It’s a great buy
yes
too much
Would have been a good price back then yes :)
Is it worth buying an 06 Civic hybrid with 119,000 miles for 2,500?
Price certainly seems very reasonable! I would look into the Hybrid and see if there are any common problems with it, then ask about those issues when you go look at the car. Other than that, seems like it's a good deal!
Still have my white 2009 Civic SI sedan, and car as been such a trooper over the years (90K). No mechanical problems. All I upgraded was the stereo, did some sound deadening work, and replaced all the headlights and interior lights with LED's. Car also does great in bad weather, rain and ice or compacted snow. Car struggles even with really good all seasons in heavy or fresh soft snow, so bought a set of winter tires. If you're considering this car, also consider swapping out the seats. The cloth seats are comfortable but require frequent cleaning and care vs leather. And YES...road noise is so bad. Sound deadening is a MUST with this car.
Great comment, thank you for sharing!
Hey looking to buy an civic si been looking around my area but can’t seem to find any good deals
Seems like they hold their value pretty well. Based on the comments, one in good shape seems to go for $8000 and up
Hi, What intake and exhaust do you have on your Civic Si?
Hello, the intake on this specific car is a Skunk2 full cold air intake :)
Looking to buy an 09 civic si coupe. $6800. 180k miles. Good deal?
In this market that’s not bad. 180k miles is getting up there for sure. Make sure engine health is good. Make sure it doesn’t burn oil and also that the timing chain tensioner is in good health. Or you can ask if it’s ever had timing service.
Other than that, check over the other components and see how it drives, etc and go from there
As far as clear coat goes. I have a white 2008 model. White ones I’ve seen today do not have a clear coat issue.
Good to know! Thanks for sharing :)
Thats because the WHITE FELECTS MUCH OF THE HEAT AWAY FROM THE PAINT.
Anyone know the details on getting that paint problem fixed on the recall?
I was told by honda the deadline to get the clearcoat repaired by them has passed for these models a few yrs back. I recently took mine to macco and got a brand new paint job everything was just under 1800
@@MyNameIsCorey yeah but the 180 dollars quality gonna land you right back id rather pay that to do a good on just the roof and hood where it is and maybe spray on some extra clear probably 250 on nice paint
@@aprildickerson2065I thought the same thing but when I went for the estimate they explained to me that they strip down all of the old clearcoat and paint and they start from scratch it also came with a 5 year warranty
@@MyNameIsCorey what they did was sold your ass on that package trust me that shit ain't needed I know folks that just got hood and roof work and it looks fine....you got suckered. We are picking it up Friday gotta drive 200 miles but it just needs a clutch soon and has the paint peel issue on 107k virgin motor so we are hoping to add a little sister to the fold here..I thought it'd be cool; to own Fault and an Fg2 but could;don't pass up 2500 on the deal
@@aprildickerson2065 I actually wanted the whole car done it was places that I went that wanted to do just the spots where the clear coat was peeling and quoted me higher what sense would it have made for me to go that route and just do "spot work" when the entire car essentially has that issue and down the line have to take the gamble in possibly kicking out more money to do more work?
2006 ex v6 accord with a stick ?
Hello, yes you can find them in manual as well as automatic
I bought a 09 civic ex with 90k miles for 3700 yesterday good investment or ?
Seems like a really good price and quite low mileage for that year!
As long as it doesn't have any issues then yes, I'd say you got a good deal :)
Still going great? Thinking about buying one
What kind of wheels are those?
They are made by Fast Wheels and the model name is called the "hayaku" - these were a 17"x9" wheel with 225/45/17 tires
Burn oil??? Means it’s oil is getting worn out quicker .. or… It’s brining oil and the oil level will tend to be lower than it should be????
Burning oil means that there is oil getting into the combustion chamber during the engine cycle. The main two ways that this usually happens is if the piston rings are bad (or fouled up with carbon), or if the valve stem seals are letting oil by. This typically happens to higher mileage engines, or engines that are designed for higher performance; supercars. Honda's DOHC VTEC engines are famous for burning oil, especially when in VTEC a lot, and when the engines get older. That said though, as long as the oil levels are kept in check, these Honda engines can run for hundreds of thousands of miles and still tend to be very reliable. I hope that helps.
Hi thinking about buying a Honda si can’t find one for 8k with low miles the ones I find are 8,600+ I don’t want to give all my money away if anyone can help me find one in USA , I found a 2010 with 114k miles for 8k really want someone opinion thank you !
It seems these Si's are becoming increasingly rare and they seem to hold their value really well. that 2010 seems to be a pretty good deal and the mileage is relatively low. But I think because there aren't many low mileage 8th Si's on the market anymore, it tends to bump up the cost of them. All the best in your search!
wow...114K for $8000 is a great price.
I'm about to buy a 08 Si Sedan with no clear coat left lol
Oh no lol - do you think you'll get it repainted?
Did u get it
Didn't realize I was selling my car🤣
Hey so I’ve been researching some Honda’s vehicles, mainly under 70-100k miles on it. I really want to get a reliable one tho, I don’t want to be spending so much money just to get it fixed, of course I’m gonna try my best to do maintenance often. Was wondering if you know any good Honda’s under $3-4K?
Hey, so sorry for taking so long to get back to you here. My family and I were moving this week so it’s been very busy.
If your main concern is reliability then I would recommend to stick with a more basic vehicle, even from Honda. The less “bells and whistles” a car comes with, me as a lower probability of something breaking of going wrong.
Ensure the car hasn’t been in any accidents, has had regular service done to it and also that it comes certified and e-tested before you buy it as well.
On top of that, if I had to suggest a couple models from Honda, the Civic and Accord’s are good places to start looking :) all the best in your search!
Looking at a 2006 civic si coupe with 121k miles for $5k.. thinking about buying it.. my dad has a 2012 civic si sedan and I fell in love with si’s lol
That's definitely a good price! Keep an eye on the paint and also make sure the engine doesn't burn much oil and you're set!
@@KingdomAuto I bought it a few days after the comment.. the paint is a lil faded on front but not really bad.. I’ll get it painted soon so no issue there.. my dads a mechanic so we checked it out and it’s good.. it has a injen intake and a invidia exhaust on it already.. I’ve already put 2,000 miles on it so yeah it’s a great car! Getting a hondata in a couple weeks
What wheels are those?
They are made by Fast and the model name is Hayaku. Specs are 17x9 and +35 offset all around. Apparently they don't make them in that width anymore. Too bad because I think they look great!
Can some one tell me can I do 100km with end of the second gear? And what's the stock acceleration time for 100km
Hi, A stock 8th gen Si can't reach 100km/h in second gear. After a tune, and an increased redline though, they will just reach 100 in second gear.
Stock acceleration for an 8th Si was 6.5 seconds from 0-100 :)
@@KingdomAuto oh thank U. I was just wondering cuz my old slow 7gen with d17 can reach 100in second gear. But the 8gen and 60miles in second gear is possible. So I was thinkin what might be the time for 60niles just before hitting the 3rd gear
Sounds so nice. What exhaust system is on it?
This car had a Skunk2 Intake, High flow catalytic converter and a Invidia Q300 cat-back. Sounded REALLY good. Not raspy at all.
Kingdom Auto Consulting awesome thanks. Looking to buy the same gen si this summer !
Nice! All the best and hope you enjoy the car!
About to buy a 2007 Civic Si Coupe 131k from my uncle. He works at a shop so it was very well maintained. No issues. Just needs a new paint job, going to Tijuana for that since I’m from SD. Good deal?
How much are you getting it for? If it's well maintained and in good mechanical shape then yeah you're likely getting a good car - I just hope he doesn't charge too much for it :)
@@KingdomAuto $5000 what do you think?
I'd go for it at that price yep. Might be a good idea to get some quotes on fixing the paint but overall that's a lot of car for the money! Hope it all goes well!
Offer 5000, though 6000 is fair.
I got mine with a new paint job and 122k miles for 5900. though it is salvage lol
@@recheveste31 damn. I just got a 2007 with 98k miles, clean title, paint is almost mint for $4,900
Is this 1.8L or 2Lv
The specific car being reviewed is the Si - 2.0L :)
The clear coat failure only affected the darker colored vehicles. It didnt fail on the Tafetta white and the Alabaster Silver Metallic models.
This is FANTASTIC information, thank you for sharing!
225 HP at the wheel? Where are you located in Canada? I'm in Edmonton, and have a 2010 si with skunk2 cold air intake, skunk2 Alpha header, 76mm skunk2 Maga power exhaust, hondata and customer type. I'm only making 192 HP at the wheels and 149 torque. It runs amazing, and is quite fast - I'm curious what type of Dyno was used to get those numbers? And is there anything else done to the car other then intake exhaust tune?
Thanks!
Those numbers are actually very common for the 8th Si. If you take a look on the forums and Facebook groups, you'll typically find that most cars make around 200-230 whp after bolt ons and a tune. I'm betting your dyno was just reading a little lower than what it's actually putting out OR the tune wasn't done very well. With those mods on your car and a good tune, you should be making at least 220whp. I'm in Ontario by the way - GTA :)
@@KingdomAuto yah apparently the tuner I used there dyno reads low - they said it would have been closer to 220 wheel with a dyno-jet, plus he said it could have made more power but it would have just been at the redline and it was alot more money. It's easy to make more power in Ontario vs Alberta - I'm from Toronto original, and it has to do with the air pressure or something. Thanks for the video! I've loved my 8th gen for year's, been such a great car. Very fun, and reliable
@@TheWessGarage I think that sounds about right. I'd actually be inclined to say that it makes more than the car in this video because you have a bigger exhaust as well. I bet you it's making at least 225whp :)
Glad you're enjoying your car though, these things are fantastic!
Is a 2008 with 88k miles woryh it for 7k?
Depends if everything else is totally perfect on the car (or close to)
7k seems a tad high for that year/mileage but if the car is in great shape and recently serviced then it's a decent deal :)
No, try 4
How does a 2007 coupe LX with 148000 miles for 4,500 US dollars sound? They driver's seat belt has to be replaced.
Seems like a pretty decent deal :) I'd make sure that the paint is in good shape as the 06-08 years were more known for clear coat failure than 09-11. Also would ensure that the seat belt is professionally fixed.
And apart from the obvious things - certified, no accidents, drives smoothly, regular oil changes and maintenance, you should be good to go!
Also the R18 engines are absolute tanks. They go forever and typically have very little issues, so 148,000 miles is still quite low on the engine.
Hope that helps a bit!!
2009 Civic Si's with half that mileage are selling for that. Stay away
@@mattf2535 link?
Is this car better than Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2012 please answer
That’s a good question but I’m really not sure. I’ve never driven the Alfa so I can’t personally give any opinions about it.
@@KingdomAuto Thank u anyway 😃
I love Alfas and have owned two 156 before both their glorious v6 engine. I also am in my mind cross shopping between the UK spec Civic 1.8 and the Guilietta. Somehow I seem to lean more towards the Civic. The Guilietta is still based on the Fiat Bravo, not such a bad thing but still can't beat the Civic which feels more purpose built and still looks futuristic and sporty.
@@omaralazaat5369 This Civic si is more comparable to 2010 Brera coupe.
What rims are those ? they look clean asf
They're made by Fast and the model name is Hayaku. They're a 17x9 and +35 offset but unfortunately Fast doesn't make them in that spec anymore :( I believe they still make the Hayaku though. I really like them too!
How much should I pay for a 2010 clean from the dealer
Would be best to compare prices in your area and see what they’re going for. Hard to say lately as these things have definitely either gone up or stayed the same in value over the past few years