ok call me stupid but im young...what exactly does the VTEC do? i hear all u guys chattin about it and how it 'kicks in' etc..could some1 tell me exactly wat it is?
and does ne1 know how much u would be lookin at for a hardtop?

 

VTEC = Variable valve Timing and Electronic lift Control

Basically, VTEC is an engine management system that activates a camshaft change at 6,000 RPm. This change creates an awesomely loud engine note, gobs of power and a big

 

look at it as a mini boost (like a tubo) for the car and it kicks in when you go above 6,000 RPM.

 

http://www.howstuffworks.com/question229.htm this should help too!

 

Actually LordVagabond, I thought that too until a couple of months ago. It stands for Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic control.
Very similar, but this way makes more sense.

Explanation:
A car can typically be tuned to give descent low-end power or descent high-end power. The choice is in the cams used.
A small displacement engine already lacks low end power because it's small right?
So manufacturers would just tune for optimum lowe-end performance to compensate. VTEC lets Honda tune for low-end and high-end by basically (but not really) switching to a new set of cams.
We actually have two sets of cam lobes (the part that decides how far and long the valves are open) for each valve.

 

Incubus, I love your signature comment.... I couldnt agree more

 

Thank you sireousrex, I am waiting for someone to correct my response to the question because I want to make sure that I am correct(In a general sense).

 

Remember the feeling of your first rollercoaster ride going downhill?

Kinda like that.

 

Also, it provides more efficiency and better gas mileage.

 

cheers guys. big help!