Faults:

Replaced CV joints at 200k. Replaced muffler twice since I got the car three years ago. Second time, I purchased a stainless steel muffler from Borla. So far so good.

I switched to synthetic oil 6 months ago and it caused the valve seals to leak. So now a bit of blue smoke comes out of the muffler from time to time. Do not switch to synthetic oil on older, higher mileage engines.

Replaced bearing on transmission.

Valve cover gasket replaced.

Replaced fuel pump as car was not getting enough fuel. Also it was hard to start in mornings and no start when driven on hot or humid days-caused by bad main relay- a common problem with Hondas.

Replaced starter, alternator, battery in the last year.

Replaced thermostat and radiator fan switch/relay at 225k.

For some reason, the windows on these cars tend to fog up very badly on rainy days. Can be bit irritating when driving.

General Comments:

This car is still very peppy/quick for 13 years old. Handles very nice.

Is non-power steering so its bit tough when parking.

Most of the problems I've had were due to age. However once parts are replaced, I figure I won't have to worry for quite few years.

I've replaced the stock wheels/tires, shocks and springs with high performance items so now the car handles the corners very nice. Unfortunately ride quality has also deteriorated dues to these 'upgrades' so not many people want to sit in my car anymore. But I have fun with it.

Faults:

I've had the usual tires, brakes, exhaust systems replaced.

I've had to install 2 alternators and 2 pair of CV joints.

Also, I've replaced the timing belt and water pump on a 70,000 mile schedule.

I've put in 1 clutch and I think its about time for another one.

The front drivers seat is pretty worn, but still comfortable

Overall, this has been the most amazingly reliable, lowest cost car I've ever owned.

General Comments:

I intend to keep this car till it has at least 500,000 miles on it.

I'm sure I'll have to rebuild the engine at some point, but right now, it is running really well on 89 octane gas and still gets 36 mpg regularly, with higher mileage on the freeway.

The engine has never leaked any fluids, and doesn't burn any oil. I regularly run it at 80 - 90 mph and today I ran it up to a little over 100.

I once had it pegged at 114 for about 30 miles while driving through Mississippi.

There has never been any body damage and all the original installed parts still work very well.

I change the oil religiously every 3000 miles with 10w40 Quaker State.

I also have been using Michelin XGV 185/70R/13 size all weather tires and have been getting about 70,000 out of each set.

This car was ordered and delivered with manual steering, manual brakes, crank up windows, no air conditioning and I believe that is why it has been and remains so reliable.