Saw an MY2003 Si at dealership
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Saw an MY2003 Si at dealership
Making an appointment at the dealership for the TSB clutch change and window regulator motor, i saw the new 2003 civic si. Nice but shifter looks awkward. It was already sold too.
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I got a chance to drive the new SI. There are definite pros and cons on this car.
Pros:
Cons:
All in all it's a good car. The latest in what Honda has to offer in a sub-compact.
Pros:
- Shifter is way cool and comfortable in that location.
- Interior layout and styling get an A+
- Shifter is butter smooth
- Makes good use of the 160 HP
- Seats are awesome for a Civic. Second only to the "S"
- Hatchbacks are very functional, lots of cargo capacity
- Rear seat room is above average for a car this size.
- Good acceleration and braking (anti-lock is now standard)
Cons:
- No Type-R... yet.
- No 6 speed tranny
- Wheels and tires a little small
- Redline too low @6200 RPM
- Hood is about 2 feet long, the smallest engine compartment I've seen in a Civic
- No VTEC rush, just the same smooth power to redline
- Styling is a bit on the homely side
- Rear quarter glass does not open like on previous years
- The previous SI had a bit more performance (but no anti-lock brakes)
- A bit pricey at $19k and the dealer market adjustment of $1000 may be unnecessary
All in all it's a good car. The latest in what Honda has to offer in a sub-compact.
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