Worth buying at twice the price
Rear suspension bushes, and a solenoid from the starter motor.
This magnificent little Honda is a thrill to drive, punching out 130 bhp from its very high revving 1.6 litre engine.
Its suspension geometry is perfectly set up to entertain the most demanding driver.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 1st December, 2000
CRX Si: a perfect package! (fun times 10!)
I bought my CRX Si knowing that it needed work. I have had the following things done to it: timing belt replaced and water pump, clutch replacement, distributor replacement, a complete tune up, and now it runs superbly.
I've wanted a CRX since 1988... and now I finally have one. I wish I'd gotten one sooner.
I love it!!! Reason #1: FUN to drive, handling and cornering are terrific!!
Reason #2. SUPERB gas mileage... normal (speedy) driving (the worst) mileage = 35; and going really slow (the speed limit) I got 46 mpg (415 miles/9 gal).
If you could add 30-40 hp, and keep everything else constant, this would be the BEST 2 seat car around.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 30th June, 2000
Unmatched performance/reliability ratio... UNSTOPPABLE
I drive it too hard... and yet the only thing to die (besides maintenance): Ignition Coil
If you don't own one... you wouldn't understand... The pocket rocket that will bust your sprocket... Anyway... I've gone more places... gotten more kills... and done more dumb things in this car than most others would live through....
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 14th March, 2000
Gearbox bearing, cluch has worn out at 80,000 miles.
Amazing performance for a 1.6-litre car, but the stiff suspension, lack of power steering ('88 models didn't have PAS), and razor-sharp throttle response can make town driving a pain. Noisy on the motorway too. My engine only takes 4-star leaded petrol too which (in Ireland anyway) is over 20% more expensive than unleaded.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 21st February, 1999
I used to work delivering Pizza's. Very destructive use as it's stop start. It's now on 120K and has broken once (clutch arm). I replaced the clutch at the same time. Fantastic car.
It's the one down from the VTEC so only has 139BHP as standard (VTEC has 156). If your going to buy a mark 2 go for 91/92 then remove the cat. This will add an extra 10hp and not make it smell.
Tidy design but very little storage space. Get the parcel shelf model if you want a decent stereo.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 7th February, 1999
27th Sep 2005, 19:35
I've recently bought a 1987 CRX Si Hatchback and yes it is a quick little car. Even though the clutch, distributer, drive belt, and sparks needs to be replaced its still work good. By the way, where do you find the higher performance parts for these cars?