1990 Acura Integra GS review from North America
"Yes, but there are a few thing that are easy to do that can add performance and engine life"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I first got the car I had all 4 wheels aligned. (100,000 miles)
The thermostat went bad soon after. (The vehicle would never warm up in very cold weather.) (115,000 miles)
I purchased rims and performance tires. (120,000 miles)
I changed the spark plugs to Bosch +4. (125,000 miles)
The brakes were sufficient, but wearing out so, I replaced them with carbon metallic on all 4 wheels. (125,000 miles).
I also noticed under moderate to hard braking the wheel would shake meaning the brake disks in the front were warped, but not warn out. I changed them with cross drilled rotors. (125,000 miles)
At about 130,000 miles the shocks went bad.
At about 150,000 miles the exhaust was rusted through.
I changed the fuel filter at about 175,000 miles.
I also changed the timing belt at 175,000.
General comments?
I have had no major engine problems since buying the car. (No Joke)
The clutch still holds good grip even at over 210,000 miles.
I installed a RAM air intake which added 2-3 miles per gallon.
If you are planning on changing the exhaust after it goes bad I recommend buying a cat-back all stainless steel exhaust.
The interior after 13 years is near perfect.
The paint job is great with a few minor glitches.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Liter Dual Overhead Cams 16 Valves Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 210500 miles |
| Previous car | Acura Integra |
| Date of Entry | 13th December, 2003 |

