1987-1991 Honda Civic EF Documentary: Generations of Appreciation

Hello everyone,
In this video we interviewed three amazing builders and their choice of joy is the CIvic EF chassis. Three different owners with similar and different interest. However, all of them have their unique style and we love every single one of them. I cannot thank everyone who has tune in and the owners for their time. Thank you so so much for the support! #automotiveanatomy
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[@harley8728]

Shout out to all my EF brothers.

[@hecks_b_rex4010]

#Efgang

[@dmitriylevitskiy1674]

EK cousin just showing love lol

[@TheJaimePowell]

☝🏻

[@efgski]

I can’t wait to join the family!!

[@donjuan4925]

Just joined the fam today 🙏🏽🥳

[@559makavelidisciple5]

The EF chassis has such a timeless look to it and overall is just a great car, you honestly have to own one to really appreciate how we EF lovers appreciate the car.. I had an 89 Si for about 6 years and it was the best car ever I swear.. you wouldn't expect a car so small as the EF would have so much character and such a big personality. Truly a timeless classic that will never go out of style. EF FO LIFE🤙🤘

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank ypu for the personal insight on the EF chassis. It is a great platform 👍

[@munkydotorg]

Very well put

[@dillonrio7330]

I really like how prior to each person, you filmed the stool empty by their cars. You should do one of these for the EG and EK at some point. 🙏🏻💯

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

I will try to do that man ✌ thank you for the support

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you to everyone who took part of this video. As always, we appreciate the positive feedback. So much to improve. However, to those out there who constantly think of doing something..DO IT! You will never be ready or have all the tools. Everything on this humble video was done with one GoPro and a bunch of friends. Do not limit yourself. Thank you everyone from the #automotiveanatomy TEAM!

[@sohcSIt]

Automotive Anatomy my brotha 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@belcebu5907]

Hell yea 👍👍up for it

[@jermainecotton4406]

If you are a true og ef owner you will appreciate this all the last words from these guys really represents why it takes 10 plus years to make this car look good. Well done guys I look forward to showcasing my own ef9

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

It can be applicable to any long term build but this builders were super honest.

[@devonfelix5943]

man, i love that dude with the 3 EFs. He embodies what the car community should be and his love for his cars just pours out from him. I have a DC5 but i have a friend with a 1990 CRX Si and I'm hoping that i can join the EF family one day. But I'm tryna be that dudes friend low key lmao

[@WisconsinEric]

I bought my first CRX Si in 1996. When the first "Fast and Furious" hit the theaters in '01 I was driving an '88 CRX Si w/ Gude Bullfrog camshaft and my little Brother was driving a '90 Civic Si hatch w/ Integra XSi B16a. Both black with matching GSR wheels. Still have photos of them side by side dated before the first F n F hit the theaters.

[@ChrisMX9]

I just got a stock ef hatch as my first car, I don't know a whole lot about mechanics but I already love that thing! I always wanted a 90's civic as my first car :)

[@db7656]

How is it going?

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Let us know if you would like to see more of this style in the future :)

[@jamesorahood257]

Great format man really enjoyed this. Felt like a legit documentary. Please keep the conent coming... I feel like you could have an hour and a 1/2 Honda documentary on Netflix. The outtakes at the end were a dope finish

[@bangalgar]

Love it man

[@juansierra387]

Love

[@skooliozstylez]

Hell yeah! This should be on Netflix or Amazon Prime!

[@codymueller3389]

Love the video I agree tho ef parts are rare specially the wagon parts U ever reached out to young static see if he wanted to do a video like this ?

[@AnthonyPerez-de2qb]

I’ve been a Honda guy since my first 89 Crx Si in 1995. Love to see the talent, passion and different builds from the everyday guy’s!!! Hell ya!!! 🤙🏽🔥🤙🏽🔥🤙🏽🔥

[@lgutierrez4431]

You built a Honda and we will be brothers for ever take your time make it right make it fun and meet great people that will help you and respect everyone 😎

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Leo for the support man

[@throughmyeyesmedia6492]

What a nice EF documentary! And it was well said on everybody’s part. The Ef is the best body style and the best part of history being made compared to the new generation Honda’s! And parts are very hard to find And if you do find any you have to pay a lot more for it, from simple things like mud flaps! You have to search and search for things.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much man! We love EFs around here :)

[@throughmyeyesmedia6492]

Automotive Anatomy hell yess we do and I really enjoyed this video!

[@soundboydesign1373]

Perfect trunk shot and monologue...truth...the open road is for everyone!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you for your time and comment man.

[@kylereyes7320]

EF Civic is actually the first car I fell in love with. When I was kid, my dad used to own it. I just liked the way it looked. Clean, modest, and not pretentious.

[@georgerodsan3197]

Amazing! I'm an 80's kid so growing up around the EF's, EG's, EJ1's, DA's, DC'2's, EK's and the last greatest the DC5. Great video. HONDA for LIFE!!!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for tuning in.

[@itsjojo4]

This video was stunning! Very high quality production. These guys are all so nice as well. Thank you for all the hard work putting this together.....

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much. It means a lot. I am glad it brought some joy 👍

[@paulenglehart401]

Bro your filming is spot on!!!I hopped on this channel as soon as you started bro. I love just how in depth and the gratitude and heart we all put into our builds! The literal blood swet an tears living on next to nothing yet not giving up and making our dreams come true! This docu that you made really touches home with each of their stories is an has inspired us all to just do a little bit better! Truely thanks brother!!!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Paul! I appreciate your time and attention and taking 2 mins to write this comment 🙏

[@stuffs76]

This past June was my 20th year owning my 91 SI. I really enjoy what you do and hopefully my EF will make it to some of these meets.

[@sohcSIt]

stuffs76 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Congratulations man. I am glad you have not moved on!

[@MrSmokedout1234]

Cool humble guys, great amazing builds and interviews , badass video, keep up the great video!!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much. Yes, I found three amazing guys to say the least.

[@williamfullman2639]

Ok man this is a master piece I enjoyed it all the stories tell me one thing I'm not alone in the hording parts department LOL EF are rare in my neck of the woods haven't seen a crx in about a decade or EF hatches but hats off and a giant fist up to you because I needed so good car goodness keep it up

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you William. Keep hoarding and using the parts. We need more EFs on the road.

[@danielservin2450]

Currently own a ef wagon. Love and will always own efs.

[@phoshua7212]

EF is life.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

EF is amazing!

[@boosteroids]

First he said grew up around V8, and the he said i've been around Honda's forever. Well ok you're The car guy🙌

[@RichardM479]

Daniel's car is looking fresh af! Enjoyed the video. EFs are the best!

[@D1_Shinigami]

Super cool video!👍 nice to see people love oldschool Hondas. One of my favorite parts is the bloopers at the end. 🤣🤣👏

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Danny! I appreciate it!

[@ramonbriones4487]

heck yea man! was lookin forward to this and it did not disappoint. You took a different approach and did great. Thank you for the content! Just make it an EF channel! haha. nice builds y'all!

[@sohcSIt]

Ramon Briones thanks ramon

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

haha no EF channel but we love them for sure man.

[@rodrigocarranza9358]

I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS VIDEO!!!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

You are EF biased lol but gracias Rodrigo!

[@allangrant1326]

Man, that was a great doc 👏👏👏👏

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you very much. I appreciate the support.

[@nolimitracing9752]

That’s @wef_shitup been following his build for years. Awesome car and owner for sure💪💪💪

[@sohcSIt]

No Limit Racing 💯💯💯💯

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

I am glad he has inspired u man

[@notone4029]

Excellent Documentary!👍🏻🔥

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much!!

[@munkydotorg]

I've owned 3, a 91 CRX Si that I had when I was 17/18, a 89 DX Sedan (with a manual), and an 89 Civic Si that I've owned as an incomplete project car for 15 years, finally putting the work into getting it on the road. I've owned 30+ cars in my life, compacts through large cars, trucks and suvs. But something always draws me back to these little EFs. There is a simplicity to them. A connectedness to the road.They are a pure joy to drive.

[@crxk20r59]

Yo Danny! Glad to see your ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL car on Automotive Anatomy! Can’t wait to see it in person someday 😬 take care fellow CRX bro!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Hopefully he gets it running next yr. Thank ypu for the support.

[@dr.wisdom3282]

Great video!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you man!

[@ethanryan3860]

This is such an awesome video and a great inspiration for me and I’m sure a bunch of other people, thanks for making this

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you for yout time and attention Ethan. What are you building?

[@ethanryan3860]

Automotive Anatomy No problem, I have a 1990 Honda Civic Si hatchback that I bought from the original owner and am planning on going an oem+ type of build

[@spencersgarage]

1991 Civic EF DX owner right here. Cool vid

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you for the support and time Spencer!

[@felixrodriguez6189]

Finally the EF getting some love. Loved the video bro.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Felix, I appreciate the support man.

[@Bentfoo]

This is your best video ,ef squad!!!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

That means so much man. I appreciate it.

[@lennzuydervelt]

I enjoyed watching this documentary and seeing you try out new ideas with the camera and editing. The story's were motivating as well, even tho i don't own a ef or honda, we're all carguys in the end. looking forward to seeing more of this kinda stuff.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you man. It does takea lot more effort than other videos but I enjoyed it. Hopefully we can make more 👍

[@sohcSIt]

Lennart Zuydervelt love this support

[@moteros_garage6522]

Just bought my 1st honda ef 90 crx and i bought the car before any reserch and dam i should of seen this vid before buying one great vid🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🔥

[@TURBOTRISTO]

man this we ef it up car is such a beast it has inspired me for sure

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you buddy! I apprecaite it and I hope you build one badass EF lol

[@HumblyDriven]

Thank you for what you are doing bro. I love it.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

No, thank you for the support and your attention.

[@ElReySupr3me]

This was a great video. Thank u

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

No, thank you Alfredo. I appreciate the love.

[@mxsean-oz8ik]

Love the way the engine is set up

[@stever1412]

If u got the garage door open, it ain't cold enough for a heater lol

[@sohcSIt]

vaping Ricer lolol

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Hahaj facts lol

[@cameronsmith1149]

Californians

[@xavierhenry2448]

This is my third time watching this video and it always gets better 🤌🏽

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

So cool man. Thanks for the support Xavier.

[@asianphillip3916]

Totally awesome...

[@eye615x9]

love the documentary........

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much man!!

[@racerx9931]

I'm in my 40s. Back in the 90's when I was in High School, I couldn't tell you the difference between a Geo Metro and a Honda Civic and I didn't care. My 1st car was a 1970 Dodge Dart, then I had a "Formula 400" 78 Firebird and then a 85 5.0 Cougar. Then I got my 1st Honda, back in 2002 (a 93 Vx hatch) and never looked back.. Since then I've owned 2 DA's, 3 EF hatchbacks and am on my 2nd CRX. My currant one is a built b17 that i've had for +10 years. The 88-91 (and 89-93 DA's) are the best platform to build on. Simple yet still somewhat currant tech and suspension. You will not find a better lightweight FWD chaise to build on.

[@valeriesanchez3074]

6th gen has onw of the cleanest, modern, hairstyles I have fallen in love with

[@aikinoob1790]

Amazing documentary

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@stinkynene]

GREAT VIDEO!!!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Means a lot. Thank you!

[@winteralexandriamiller9920]

Always wanted an EF Sedan. Great documentary

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Get one!

[@Carlos-tw6og]

Thanks a lot for this post! EF Ganggg where ya'll at?

[@sohcSIt]

Carlos Portillo 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@Carlos-tw6og]

@@sohcSIt you're a beast. post whenever you get a chance!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Carlos! I appreciate it.

[@christianxzowner2958]

Sweet sweet sweet...😎👌

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much 👍

[@vtec3070]

I'm inspired to pick one up now 🥺✨

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

We would all approve man.

[@attackroflchopter4403]

I used to eat sleep and breath EF's, did a couple of ZC swaps back in 01-02. They were my whole life. I haven't even driven an EF since 2003. im glad to see the aftermarket is better than ever. Waay back, i used to day dream of a '600hp hatch'. Now that i can actually afford it of course, i've lost my love for cars. But seeing these vids is helping rekindle the love. Ya never know...

[@kennethcooper1846]

Man I wish I can get to their point one day! I own a 1989 Civic Wagon and man it needs a lot of work! This Chicago weather has just torn her up! I wish I knew how to do body work but I'll learn sooner or later! I cant wait to get her back to her fame and glory I just need the help lol

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Take your time and dont limit yourself

[@sohcSIt]

Kenneth Cooper you will brotha and we all started with a ef that needed alot of work nothings over night but if you keep watering the seed eventually you get a tree

[@jameschampaco1273]

Love the concept of this video. Now we need a EG and EK series. ///ESeries///

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much. I will try, in the next two weeks the channel will hopefully see more experiences.

[@Kikata.]

now i want a ef even more, twice i was in the market for an ef or crx and twice i bought an eg and ej coupe

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Get an EF or CRX. Amazing cars.

[@Trooper_x.]

Nice man Really Nice!!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thanks for the visit

[@suprastevio2264]

I LOVE THESE DOCUMENTARIES!!! Are you going to do one for each generation? That would be so cool...

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

They take a long time. But, yes that is the plan. I appreciate you watching so many of the videos and leaving positive comments

[@jonathansantosdeleon9690]

Great video. This is so good for the honda game.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Glad you think so! I appreciate the support.

[@jonathansantosdeleon9690]

Always on top this videos. and giving my like👍🏼

[@GIZZMOTORSPORTS]

props, the second car looks good. It's going to be nice when done.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

With time it will be finish!

[@donchan1622]

Nice man love them car….!

[@loganwolfe7926]

really good video

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Logan!

[@carsinruin6102]

I love your content.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you very much for your time

[@jorgelopez14]

Y ese intro tan épico hermano presente en cada uno de tus videos hermano saludos

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Haha intro medio mamon como yo haha

[@Siknan80]

Had one in Yellow 😓😁🙏🏽

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Did u get the curse of the yellow haha

[@Siknan80]

Automotive Anatomy lmao I guess I did, 😆

[@sohcSIt]

such a nice vide gus

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

All thanks to you B!

[@Felix.Garcia]

I sold my EF after 16 yrs to help pay for my son's braces. Even tho I got rid of it for a great cause, I still miss that thing. Was a Turbo D16Z6 running reliably for over 6 yrs. Unique car. Wish I could get it back.

[@diegogonzalez7279]

This video is nothing but goosebumps all tha way

[@mikevelela8145]

Im from Acapulco Mexico, I have a honda civic EF 1990, so sad to say that no body has the same car and I say sad because is to hard to find parts and very very very expensive here, I have some problems with my engine is a normal B series, I would love to keep this beautiful car. this car was brought from the states many years ago and Im so glad that I have it. If there are any help please I accept it 🙏

[@dutchcculture]

This docu is well done! I own a EE8 but that is basically a EF8 :P

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

thanks for watching. I am glad you enjoyed it. keep building.

[@Pooby1000]

21:22 1986 called, it wants its Polaroid camera back.....period correct! Great vid, love EFs

[@sohcSIt]

Pooby1000 gotta love it

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you very much! I appreciate the support.

[@hecks_b_rex4010]

That awd ef hatch is a legend

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

If you could experience how fast it is...

[@albertramirez797]

My next project will be that CRX SI 1991 build it with my little boy can tell him this is what I was driving High School late 90s

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Awesome man. I hope your relationship grows and the build goes smoothly.

[@theadmiral460]

glad you got your kids back fam and teach them to build cars as well so they can have some viable skills gotta luv the ride gotta luv the kids

[@rollthelosingdice]

EF is great looking car, I want to get one someday. They're near impossible to find.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Yes they are getting harder to find

[@josuecrx]

Good quality video and cars! Nice to know how to get that steering wheel cover for crx haha

[@jreyes_7236]

4wd always gonna do it no matter what car it is

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

But, even more on a car you do not expect it on.

[@christianmejia9069]

Had my crx for two years now anyone from the Midwest ✋🏾

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Not from midwest but I am glad you love your EF!

[@christianmejia9069]

Can’t wait to start putting videos up on my crx build !!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@christianmejia9069 so I am your 3rd subscriber now. Upload soon.

[@kurtwylde2332]

This video is great, plus the it’s giving me ASMR tingling lowkey putting me to sleep lmaooo

[@steelontarget]

Good video and good car. Im in Victorville with a supercharged NSX and a K20 EK if you ever want to come by again and film it. Love your videos He is around my age and us older Honda guys dont go out much to meets so maybe that's why I havent seen him.

[@sohcSIt]

Steel on Target id like to get with u on something im working on parts wise!!! If possible

[@steelontarget]

@@sohcSIt sent you a message on IG

[@BaphoMedia]

Victorville ?? Damn I’m in AV I have never really seen people up here with that crazy of a Honda that’s pretty sick dude

[@sohcSIt]

El Douche-o theres tons here i been here 18 years

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Great to know man! Add me on ig @automotiveanatomy I will be interested in going back up there 👍

[@diegogonzalez7279]

Man this is the real what up with everyday Honda guy like us for real for real

[@k24civic]

88/89.5 efs are life! Had probably 100 efs in the last 15 years. From shells to n/a monsters. Only thing that outshines the ef is the ah/ae Awd is not 4wd 🤦🏽‍♂️ why cant ppl grasp this concept

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Wow!!! So many Efs haha

[@k24civic]

Automotive Anatomy if you can pick it up for 50-500$ why wouldn’t you pick it up lol. Fuck thats just money in the bank. #partspoacher lol

[@takumisato7126]

I probably have one of the cleanest EF hatches in the country if not the world, its a 1991 DX hatch 1.5 5 speed with 26,000 original miles, mint right down to the hubcaps, all stock

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Oh wow. How did you end up picking up the EF?

[@takumisato7126]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy got lucky and found it on Craigslist lol it was owned by a little old lady in Washington DC, im guessing it was her husband's and he passed away not long after buying it, it sat in a heated garage for 20 years

[@Mr.Gal1kanokus]

Brandon's an og. Seems like a solid ass dude. And his car is insane lol. Had to come back and watch this shit again

[@NOAHCASAS]

DANG HOARDING GENE HAS A HANDFUL OF STUFF LOL THEY ALL LOOK AMAZING ALL THEM WHEELS BUT THAT GREY CRX WHAT A ULTIMATE EXAMPLE OF EXECUTING IT JUST RIGHT 💚

[@Nyc007bangerz]

Please do a EG documentary as well

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

I will try my guy!!

[@Nyc007bangerz]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy thanks my guy

[@yamahastunt6]

I really doubt Hondas were making 1000hp back in 99/00. Cool video though!

[@sohcSIt]

yamahastunt6 988 to be exact but that’s irrelevant now 1500 and up is the goals

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

You be surprised man. Some of the og builders were creative

[@BadassEFdriver]

Honestly wanted to see the rear end of that RT-AWD EF

[@1Velez]

Honda4Life!!!

[@Bl.murph209]

I like how the thumbnail is a crx

[@HondAcura111]

Love the crx I couldn't find a nice integra and almost gave up searching for an rsx type s in ottawa ontario. Didn't see a crx since the 90s then few months ago saw a black all original rhd crx siR a guy imported and had been dailying it for 11 yrs I chased him down in a parking lot haha

[@na93prepre]

Nice @13:27 using the same microfiber from the body on the wheels then transitions back to the body. :)

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

That is how Gs do things haha

[@Johnnie5213]

❤️👍👍

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Like always 👍

[@xGodFlow]

dope

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank ypu foe ypur support diaz!

[@teshuvahemmet3036]

I like 👍

[@randycarrillo7810]

fuck, that crx is so fucken heart-melting... damn

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thanks for the love Randy. I appreciate you watching.

[@onsiteproductions4892]

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Hell yea man!