1997 Acura Integra RS review from North America

Radiator blew all over at about 90000 miles.

Tires, brake pads and rotors, etc. normal wear and tear.

Headlight lens need to be replaced due to a cloudy surface.

After owning a Saab 9-3 and a Golf GTi, I was delightfully surprised with the performance and unmatched reliability of my Integra. I bought the low end Integra RS trim level, and to me it seems fully equipped;

I had a keyless entry system installed, that took care of the non standard power locks, the stereo and speakers are fantastic, still original. I really do wish it had a sun roof, but I have seen on some other Integras that they don't even open all that much.

Many times I have purchased large quantities of furniture at IKEA, and to my surprise, when the back seats are folded down, I was able to fit 4 bookcases and a large dresser in the car. I had to tie the lid down, but I was thrilled that everything fit.

Apparently my car is so hot that it was stolen, and wrecked, and ditched out in the desert outside Las Vegas. The insurance fixed it all up, and now it's like I have a brand new 97 Integra again.

Overall, my Integra beat out my previous Saab and VW GTi, maybe not in performance, but in reliability and overall value.