Next car after CRX Si

Hi, I really like my 1989 CRX Si, it has 160k miles and engine is still
young. It handles well, gives great gas mileage, and can take a beating
anytime. But I am considering buying another car just because I'm
getting a little bored of this one. I've been looking at old porsches
and miatas and am doing more research into cars. I wanted to ask people
who have owned and enjoyed the Si: what sporty car did you buy after
your CRX? My budget is limited, around 2k - 3k only.

Nick

 

2k - 3k? dude, you'd still be disappointed at 30k. stick with the si.
especially if being "bored" is your only problem. having to fork out
$2k for brakes on a porsche is not "boring", but it sure does limit your
discretionary spending if you're on a budget.

 

Bored with your car might just be a option to justify spending a little on
it... Consider upgrading with Intake, Exhaust, Headers, Nitrous, Turbo...
something to spruce things up for you. Just make sure you do your research
to see what works with the car, for your budget and for you.

 

I would see about swaping in a SOHC ZC, B16A or B18C before installing an
intake, exhaust, & header. CRX Si made what 106HP? With all that stuff
your maybe looking at 125HP tops.

SOHC ZC are around 128HP to start. Plus the engines are almost a dime a
dozen.
B16A 160HP
B18C 170HP

The B16A & b18c might be out of your price range for a full swap. ie.
engine/trany/ecu/axles/etc., At least with the ZC you still can use your D
series stuff.

 

The thing is, I live in california and from what I know engine swaps
are illegal. The car will not pass smog.

 

nope, it wont. itll be a PITA to sell, and relegated to shady "under the
table" $200 smog checks.

 

I recently sold my 1987 CRX Si. I wanted to find a newer ride that was
reasonably priced, still fun to drive and economical.

I found a 1995 del Sol Si, in good shape, 134K miles, and for only $3400. I
am enjoying the drive again.

Dave

 

I looked around and the only other car that came close to the
performance and gas mileage was the MINI Cooper but my wife already has
one so I decided to keep the CRX. I will slowly fix it up. Already new
wheels, tires, suspension and brand new paint job. I love my crx and
hope to keep it forever. Also, no car payments and the insurance is
really low.