1989 Honda CRX Si review from North America
"A real little ripper"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had to do some minor engine repairs.
I have replaced the muffler 3 times since I got it.
The body has not held up well to Canadian winters. It is rusting in several spots including the fenders.
I have replaced the CV joints twice and will have to do so again soon.
General comments?
This car has heaps of power and when you punch the gas, it really hauls. Passing on the highway is no problem and it will carry you up a steep hill easily in 3rd or even 4th gear. The steering used to be crisp and responsive, but has started to become a little wishy-washy lately. It is still quite responsive although it doesn't handle really well in the snow. I have done many long trips in it and have had no complaints about being sore by the end of the trip. The only real disadvantage is that it is only a two seater so carrying more than one passenger isn't really an option, but I guess if you want to carry people, buy a minivan. When the back cover is folded down there is ample storage space, enough for 2 mountain bikes.
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| A true classic in which we will never see the likes of again |
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| It was the right way to start my automotive ownership. |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 161000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda Prelude |
| Date of Entry | 11th November, 2002 |