2002 Honda Civic Coupe - One Take

These early 2000's Honda Civics are underappreciated in the used market. However, as we will learn, you can buy one for almost nothing, put very little money into it, and have a fun, reliable daily driver for years with a long list of possible upgrades down the road .

[@S2kTi]

So much hate in the comments lol. Car enthusiast should be able to appreciate other enthusiast's excitement for their ride. He has a U of A sticker on his car he's clearly a college kid. He can't go out and get a Porsche or a GTR just yet. This is a cool way to prove that for $1000 you can get a car you enjoy and have some fun with.

[@thedon4188]

Pont Blank Period

[@Hotdrboy88]

100 percent

[@jongallardo8006]

2023 bought my 2002 civic couple for 6k Isn’t inflation the best ?

[@VMPhilosophy]

This guy knew what he wanted, He didnt go overboard and kept it simple. Great work.

[@TheStwat]

There's nothing better than driving a low power car to and beyond it's limits. You really don't need big power and handling to have major fun.

[@_chipchip]

Love the variety with these one takes. This would have been an awesome first/second car. Plus who doesn't love a well setup fwd, especially one with so many options for upgrades.

[@jeffk464]

For people who live in snow country FWD sporty cars are sure a lot better than RWD.

[@jeffk464]

I can't tell you how many beemers I've seen slid of the interstate.

[@NoBrakes23]

+jS197 I used to think that way. FWD can be fun, but just like RWD or AWD, you have to know how to use it. Once you learn judicious application of lift throttle oversteer, FWD becomes a lot more fun.

[@Prodriver33]

absolutely! I do small mechanical jobs out of my garage for people and one dude who has a civic a little older than this one has badass nokian Hakkapeliittas and it gets around in the snow better than my subaru with all seasons.

[@opiumden34]

Others have said that FWD with snow tires is better than AWD with all seasons.

[@HooverTuber]

Civic is no Miata, but it's amazing what you can get out of one of those with a nice suspension set up. This is what makes Matt's channel so awesome, everyday drivers that we all may own or have owned - love it!

[@Seandoestech]

Umm - Miata drivers won't admit it, but that generation Civic, with the right setup on stock power will give you fits on the track, been there.

[@frankiewelfare8087]

we appreciate the honesty.

[@doctorferdinand1003]

The 7th gen civic is by far the least performance oriented civic, the macpherson strut set up was botched and the double wishbone in the back had its share of geometry problems too. Suspension kinks aside it's not a bad platform and one thing it has over the miata is price. 1k for a car like this that will run reliably and take what you throw at it is a steal, and unfortunately these days no one wants to part with a decent condition Miata for less than 4k.

[@mberezh]

When I look at things reasonably, the Civic destroys the Miata dollar per dollar when it comes to mod-ability, handling and straight line performance. Older Civics dominate autocross to this day. However, the RWD platform makes the Miata more fun and give it more potential as the power rises. The Miata has a very forgettable engine, so do Civics unless you go VTEC(kicked in yo) but why would you get anything else. If you're looking for a cheap shitbox to boot and you're the least bit into cars you'll look for nothing but VTECs, and none of that i-VTEC bullshit.

[@mattclose1439]

A civic can by all means be a miata... a fwd miata that is. Great 4cyl which is arguably better than the miata 4cyl. Lite, good manual transmission, great aftermarket support, cheap to get into, and great MPG when you decide to shift.

[@AC28]

Thats a solid car for 1k imo!

[@erickh380]

Hell yeah.

[@robertohiguera8832]

thats what I thought as well, probably buy one for a daily if they were all that clean for 1k

[@erikgonzalez2278]

Shit I got mine for $3k with a rebuilt transmission in N Cal so that's great for $1k

[@christophcr11]

Lol L

[@Mak933]

Are you kidding? $1,000? I just sold my 99 Accord with 260,000 miles for $800. This is crazy to get this for $1,000.

[@NoBrakes23]

Nice to see someone take the Civic in a smart direction instead of ruining it.

[@revaholic]

I used to have a 2001 Civic that I always liked. I now drive an FRS but for some reason I still miss something about that Civic. It wasn't very performance oriented but it was so light and direct and always sounded happy and excited.

[@SubaruWRXspdManual]

revaholic you have to be happy with the handling of your FRS. them and the BRZ are the best handling cars under 50k. maybe even cars closer to 80k.

[@igotthemagicinm3843]

that civic can be about performance if you tune it for that ;)

[@brakernight7881]

No its slow and sloppy af plus rattles a fk ton

[@enriqueortiz5440]

Not all of them are like that. I don't know why, but some are really good and some are absolute garbage.

[@scirlouie3960]

Dude I could buy a new car and I've looked around alot - and nothing in the 25k range is more enjoyable to drive than my 01 civic lx sedan with 297k!

[@carlmanney1160]

Here come all the tools and hate comments because it's not a enthusiasts car of their liking. Keep showing everybody how judgemental the car community has become and how boys compare penis sizes based off how fast their car is

[@mynintendo]

*looks at avi* fukkin LMAO

[@dumkopf]

It's always been judgemental.

[@rjwz28]

I have a 500hp Corvette with a built T56 and aftermarket suspension... this car is still cool enough that I watched the video. Good for him, and great starter car. His mods are on point, too. Fuck the haters; everybody starts somewhere.

[@rjwz28]

+rjwz28 Somebody reply to my comment so I can edit it via mobile, LOL. Swype screwed me. Fuck the haters.

[@dumkopf]

rjwz28 here you go. Sounds like a good car.

[@gmaxsc]

Civic Owner: " this keeps up with the s2000" Matt: "yeah, right! Lets be real here 😂"

[@frankiewelfare8087]

that was hilarious when he said that.

[@SlowWhip]

😂😂😂

[@alexisjavier84]

shows how much this dumbnutt knows about cars...

[@FrenchValleyAirport]

+SDD525 you mean engine and chassis swap. Power alone will not let you win against a s2k

[@MrStiggy91]

In his defense he was referring to autocrossing, BUT, 5-6 seconds behind is a huge difference on most autocross courses lol.

[@Gentlemen_london_]

Great daily driver for any young guy or girl to start the automotive journey in life. Not everyone can afford a high performance car and we all started somewhere. Great Job Matt. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@jon1warth]

I am so glad you took the time to review this car Matt. And thank you David for driving out for it. I have been driving a DX model for 10 years now. It's the base model with no tach, no drivers arm rest, and no rear sway bar. I have 261,500 miles on it now. It has been through many Colorado Winters and taken me to many good camp sites on national forest access roads. It doesn't give me any shit no matter how often I beat her, call her names, and spit on her while I'm matting her to the floor. I plan to take it to over 300k before the divorce.

[@erevofreak96]

Got my 95 civic with 220000 for 450 dollars. Same sort of deal as this, is in good shape (literally only issue on the body is the front bumper is cracked) interior after cleaning was an 8/10, and clutch/shifter/engine all feel amazing. Its at 240000 now and i beat on it everyday

[@raver208]

Still have my '03 Civ LX and it is up to 203,000 miles. Great longevity & comfort.....daily driver awesomeness.

[@Robby94LS]

Matt, you said it right, they're unappreciated because it was the first gen that went to the dark side that is McPherson..... This gen was the beginning of the end for Civic..... Really love that we're finally getting some variety here! The past few weeks have been great!!

[@Malthus]

agreed loving the variety here too! That F355 though...what a car!

[@steffenflindt8670]

Well said!

[@doctorferdinand1003]

This gen had a very poorly implemented macpherson strut setup, macpherson struts aren't bad by definition. The double wishbone setup in the back also suffers from bad geometry on this gen, the suspension issues were fixed by the 8th generation.

[@deanbass09]

+sleepybird09 double wishbone front and rear

[@koopatroopa187]

+deanbass09 No. It had wishbone front and trailing arm rear. This car has MacPherson strut front and trailing arm rear.

[@dbestsk8ter]

Lol i have this car 03 same color LX, and of coarse its slow but its a great car and you learn to love it. Its crazy because there arent many videos on this model because everyone likes the older gens or the newer ones. So if no one else appreciates this video, i want smokingtires to know i do and the diversity in this channel helps to separate it from the rest. Thanks man

[@offcialsam2777]

This is going to be my first car next year...

[@trueG922]

when you're a car enthusiast but balling on a budget lol

[@FYC27]

This is awesome. Shows matt's talent as a presenter, most other car hosts would just have laughed and not even given it a chance.

[@BESTNOODLEREVIEWS]

Lol, keep up with Honda S2000s on autocross... by 5-6 seconds. Which is a LOT.

[@lotusupra]

hahahahah laughed so hard when he said that and when Matt says stop lying

[@evanwheeler7687]

Well, to someone like this kid who doesn't really have a concept for what "a lot" really is, that probably sounded reasonable to him when he said it.

[@bluewker]

Own an S2000, owned a Honda Civic (7th gen). The civic from this gen is not a bad car, but you gotta take care of the transmission. Steering feels really good on it and it handles pretty decently. Feels light.

[@chevysilveraydo4876]

My 02 hx has 375,000 miles and still going same engine and standard transmission

[@RobertJToledo]

I truly feel that you can get much more out of this car with tire, wheels and suspension work, than you can with power upgrades. 02 Civic EX EM2 original owner 205k! My daily to this day.

[@thehondasteve2292]

Its impressive how well these cars hold their value, and their performance. Definitely a solid buy 14 years ago. Great video guys

[@garrettjohnsen]

So much respect for this channel. I love that he drives everything.

[@Hyp3rBee]

This is why I subscribed to you. You review under appreciated cars haha

[@FurkanCemTurfanda]

They really aren't all that bad, fun in the corners. The EX with 127 hp stock is also easy to modify and makes decent power modified.

[@manfromnantucket9544]

I heard otherwise. 140-150whp max effort is the best you'll ever see out of an NA D17

[@jordanprice9285]

@@manfromnantucket9544 turbocharged you can get like 250hp stock and modded you can get like 350+.. Highest it's seen is 489whp from the D17A2 full build.. But I feel like it's got more in it to go higher than even that which is around 550 to the crank!

[@gsjourney3054]

I got a 05 civic ex special edition coupe amazing car so much fun revs to 8k and gives me joy and she hugs corners with the spoiler from factory

[@gsjourney3054]

Man from Nantucket this engine is a d17 non vtec so it’s got 115hp and yeah it won’t handle shit but the ex has 127hp and vtec even tho it’s single cam but can hold about 250-300 wheel nothing more and it’s hard to find pistons and such cuz it’s a d17 it’s not a b16 or b18 or k20 with hella aftermarket

[@zachk7142]

Just picked up a 2002 Civic EX Coupe. A/T transmission. It does the job. Sporty handling and 35 mpg Hwy. Nice styling for the Civic

[@RadRider33]

Owned a 6th gen for close to 8 years and put almost 50Kmi on it. Loved that car to death. In all the time I owned it I never put more than the standard oil change and timing belt. Not to mention they're so small, simple, and easy to wrench on.

[@pakruojezieds]

At least it's not riced.

[@calebtaylor3835]

I

[@HiroshimaSpirit]

Subtle, but calculated. Love it. Not the most glamorous generation of Civic, but who cares? Not bad for a grand and change.

[@nateb9346]

Hey! Why not!? It's got wheels and an engine and it's drivable though the canyons! What more do us car guys NEED!? Love it!

[@Nicholas-ks8xp]

Just got a 2004 EM2 base model coupe 5MT. People are sleeping on these Civics so much to drive. Once I repair the frame and touch up the paint, I'll upgrade the shifter, seats, and steering wheel. Get some coilovers and rims and drop in D17A2 to replace my non VTEC D17A1

[@invinciblejets4690]

5-6 seconds on a track is not keeping up lol

[@1MotoXRacer1]

yeah it's keeping up with getting spanked more like ROAST ED

[@skateminilogo18]

Man why would you make this poor guys drive all that way to review his stock car

[@TheSmokingTire]

Excuse me, "make?"

[@carlg7535]

Haters gonna hate, fuck em.

[@dominicancheif117]

Tatters gon tate

[@skateminilogo18]

+TheSmokingTire relax matt

[@XxMcLuvinItxX]

Make a stupid comment, he responds and now you tell him to "relax" lol.....Just think before you speak.(type)

[@xrxckyx9210]

I got a 2004 civic coupe stock for $1600 had it for 2 years and no problems. This is currently my car great car not messing with this car Im planning to keeping it stock and running great at 241,380 miles

[@Tuxedoz]

A 03 Lx Coupe is my first and current car and I absolutely love her. Stock with new OEM parts replaced as needed over the past 2 years from 148k to 186k today. Gone back n forth across America and ready for more. So definitely not keeping up with a S2000 with a competent driver, that's hokey. Lol But if you're a working adult that needs a reliable, solid, and fun daily driver, this a gem.

[@MarcusSlater]

$1000?!?! Never in LA.

[@matthewmorales3213]

Found a clean one for 1800 in LA just sold it after couple years

[@ChaosphereIX]

Never liked Hondas. Nothing against the people who love them, just never, ever did anything for me. This video has not changed my mind. Good reliable cheap daily...beyond that. Nope. No soul. No character. However, good on this guy for rocking what he has. Nice blank slate to begin making the car really fast. Love this series, some really interesting cars on the channel, and not all the usual fare on the other channels. Matt earns every subscription he has. Next summer, I will drive down my Alfa Romeo for Matt to drive if he wants. Would be interested in his opinion on a super rare touring car with racing heritage.

[@al7342]

congrats

[@julien42230]

alfa? worst reliability .

[@erevofreak96]

Yeah... Because hondas have absolutely no racing heritage.

[@ChaosphereIX]

roche julien who cares. reliability is boring. I did not buy my car to be the most reliable, I bought it because it was fantastic to drive and had an engine note of the gods. Plus, my 20 year old Alfa has never gone wrong once.

[@DoubleCGamesStudios]

You hate Honda for no reason. No character? No soul? They probably are not some passionate work of some nuts racing lover but they can be some mean machines if properly worked. You just don't understand the ideology of teh Civic, that's it. You just built your hate on preconceived ideas taken from others. I could say a lot of bad things of Alfa Romeo, but you know, I won't.

[@g_p_3431]

Much respect to this Civic owner for not ruining this one.

[@joshtradamus3921]

That civic is dope. Looks fun! Nice set up and great find for $1K!

[@andrewwilken9725]

+Dodge 318 Cummins in all honesty it's not too bad if it really has been maintained at a dealer at the suggested intervals. My 97 has 263k and doesn't miss a beat. Still gets 35 mpg, vtec engages, and had not left me stranded or ever failed to start. I could see it going another 100k easy.

[@BCJDM]

Matt do you think this would be a good first car?

[@pakruojezieds]

great first car

[@ScottZ370]

If your not from the USA then yes it is a great first car!

[@CrossWindsPat]

+S Miller WTF does being from the USA have anything to do with it?!?!?!

[@ScottZ370]

ap2pat My logic was you can get very fast cars for much cheaper than we can in the UK for example. But yeah guess your right

[@CrossWindsPat]

S Miller Its a first car. Last thing a teenage needs is a fast first car lol.

[@MrAssassinscreed2fan]

wow im now the owner of this car, i bought it off of david

[@MaxSpeedMike]

Mikasa loly how is it?

[@cockyjeremy]

The old school 7th Gen Civic site. I remember that. We did quite a few meets up here in Columbus back around 2004-2005. Good times. I wish those guys were still around, even though I doubt any of us still have our old 7th gen Civics. I even posted on the forum several months ago but no one was still around. :(

[@Mecknificent]

Every morning I wake up, click the new video and say along with Matt: "morning everybody" and then I feel better.

[@slmdsdn351]

Damn maybe I should take my 93' Accord after I throw some coils on it....🤔🤔

[@14KShadow]

Would love to see a k20 swap civic on here or a integra type r

[@Robby94LS]

He actually did a teg R a while back. Should come up under search!

[@14KShadow]

You're right, completely forgot I've watched it already. Like to see a K20a swap on here though.

[@Robby94LS]

Yeah I've been waiting for a K20 swap too. I don't think they're as popular as they were 10 or even 5 years ago, most people that were doing that have moved on to the Focus ST or other things!

[@chrisdooley6468]

He did an ITR with a supercharger about 5-6 months ago. It was amazing:)

[@14KShadow]

Yeah i loved that review. Best one for me has been that first red S2k

[@Pman8362]

Had one of these for my first car. Such a fun car for a first.

[@BadBandar59]

I remember always wanting a civic si back in highschool. Nice to see people still enjoying them.

[@alimehrozi2828]

dudes will drive all the way from Tucson to let Matt drive their car.. but won't turn off their ad-block

[@Pinoycaptain2012]

K24 swap it

[@tixav2]

I use to daily drive a 418k km civic(30year edition 2003) in Québec and it still pretty fun to drive during winter :)

[@garf117]

always love seeing the light underpowered cars Matt reviews! great autox car!

[@Audfile]

why a 115hp civic with budget shocks upgrade... ... have we run out of cars?

[@Audfile]

+SDD525 was just puzzled as you would expect some real mods to make it interesting. not against civics otherwise.

[@TheBucketOfTruth]

It's about variety too. There's a lot of One Takes I watch for 2-5 minutes before turning them off but honestly I can say I watched this whole thing without flinching. Hard to beat for a grand. The channel can't be all Ferraris.

[@bigjayfitness]

he doesn't give "everybody a chance". He just knows it will produce income for him so he doesn't give a shit. I had an 01 civic SI and i can say it was the biggest piece I've ever had. This video was entirely unnecessary.

[@bigjayfitness]

SDD525 what can you do with a civic? put an intake and add 5hp? lets be real. It is a commuter and should be used as such. This channel is Matt's income, he doesn't care what cars he drives as long as his videos gets views. he's said it many times before.

[@bigjayfitness]

SDD525 Yes there is plenty you can do with a civic I am well aware. But there is no point to doing a one take on an essentially stock civic.

[@jarods6371]

im 89.999999% sure that is a 2003

[@banana122049]

this was my first car it was actually really fun besides a practically blown trans

[@TheGerbsteve]

I daily a 2001 em2. Such an awesome little car, vtec screams even though it's a sohc. If I didn't buy my 8thgen si, would have done a lot of work to mine.

[@NDakovic]

Why are there no old BMW's on One Take ever? Are they that unpopular in America? e36 in particular. You've said this 2002 Civic is good car to develop skill. I'd agree for FWD. RWD takes a different set of skills and e36 would go a long way there. 318i or 325i both super nice cars for driving skill and pleasure right?

[@TheSmokingTire]

I've done an E36 M3, and a couple E30's. Those are old BMW's.

[@NDakovic]

TheSmokingTire i love your channel man. Down to earth. Would love to see an e36 that isn't astronomicly tuned. Can hardly compare m3 and rest of the BMW's, it's twice the price.

[@TheSmokingTire]

+Niki Djakovic all cars are done by submission so the best way to see one is to submit it yourself or get the owner to submit it! I don't do requests.

[@NDakovic]

Awesome. As soon as I get one, I'm coming right over, from Bosnia. Big greetings man.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Agree on the 325i, but the 318i is just too anemic for anything other than shopping trips - seriously that engine is weak - I was going to buy one back in '99 until I took it for a test drive and realised a Corolla GT would leave me for dead at the lights - plus they have pretty much all died now from overheating problems. Mind you I think the US got a different engine than we did so might not be as horrible.

[@aestheticvin4298]

Strap an ebay turbo on it.. haha

[@Bittertokken]

What a sight to behold. This car held my interest from start to finish....

[@xpinchx]

Nice. I have an '04 value coupe that I bought new in 2005. At 106k miles it's required almost no maintenance and has had zero issues. It's not fast, but the steering is super responsive compared to a lot of newer economy cars and the little 4 cylinder is nice and peppy for how underpowered it is. It's hard to sell a car aftering being the sole owner for 12 years but I'm looking forward to an upgrade to a new GTI early next year.

[@OzcarMtl]

Still waiting for that vtec to kick in.....

[@SSC3034]

It's an LX, it doesn't have VTEC

[@XeNo11000]

I'm sure he knows. It's a joke...

[@ZOMBIELICKEDMYBUM]

+SSC3034 my Lx has v tec but... I put it in lol!

[@jumbie4972]

+Tyler Legg you changed the engine and ecu?

[@ZOMBIELICKEDMYBUM]

+kaw kaw yeah did a swap with a 2006 SI ! Lol 100% worth it

[@Jack9788]

This car is pedestrian.

[@jiffjiffernson7292]

I find your comment wearisome, uninspired, - adolescently prickish.

[@sekys1234]

Man I love One Takes like this. I like that Matt loves meeting the owners and getting to know their vehicle, if it be a Civic or a Ferrari.

[@homemadehonda4729]

The reason to remove the front sway bar is to reduce understeer, where basically you can stiffen the rear or soften the front. Stock EM2's have way to much understeer, but a good chassis. David stiffened the rear with a sway and those Tein springs. It's a nice setup.

[@rfouR_4]

Stockerino Pepperino

[@district5rookie]

I'm not hating i just don't know why anyone would care about this.

[@TheSmokingTire]

You clicked on it....

[@district5rookie]

+TheSmokingTire I clicked on it hoping it would have interesting modifications or something unique about it ...

[@RadioMuse1]

It has interesting; if minor, modifications! A generation of Civic loathed for it's suspension setup showing what it can do with a little elbow grease. Any high school gear head or weekend warrior hopeful watching just got a boatload of information on how to set up a neutral-handling car with great inputs for less than $2k, easy. Seems like a great autocross or small road course (Waterford Hills anyone?) set up that's as easy to justify (cost-wise) as any other toy (motorcycle, ATV, etc); even while leaving money aside for tires, helmet, and fees. Sure you'll either have to mod it further to move on up to something faster eventually, but there's nothing wrong with coming in on the ground floor.

[@Hyp3rBee]

Young people looking into their first cars do

[@district5rookie]

RadioMuse1 Fair points.

[@almeisam]

Traded mine in last weekend on a year old "new to me" vehicle. Original owner, 97,410 miles. Fun car. Should be showing up in the used market soon (dealership was going to auction it off). Fully stock. Moon roof, rear "spoiler", and that funny air dam in front of the moon roof. Was a little squirrelly on the interstate - likely needed new rear shocks.

[@chainsaw2010]

i have had a 2003 civic 2 door EX 5-Speed for 10 years now, Great little car.

[@BIG-RIP]

I never really liked this gen civic with the dorrito shaped taillights, at least its not the 06 gen.

[@BIG-RIP]

and fuck at least its not that damn rubbing pruis that still gives me nightmares

[@bestmillimeter1858]

+gooeyM00NAJUANA I remember the slammed "autocross" Prius. Haha 😂

[@igotthemagicinm3843]

gooeyM00NAJUANA the lights and the ass of that civic are actually nice. shut up bitch.

[@Chris-hw4mq]

Great reliable car but boring.

[@SVAsianPhilippinesGo6858]

I remember this car so well in my late teens. I never got to own one but maybe in the future. I think it looks more futuristic that the later ones (except for the current).

[@klasseact6663]

Lots of variety lately, can't wait to see a mid-year Corvette here ======

[@MrDulvalius69]

why is this on here? look mom, i made it on youtube...rofl

[@carlmanney1160]

Look I'm a tool!! stfu

[@MrDulvalius69]

+Carl Manney rofl....dont show the butthurt bruh.

[@carlmanney1160]

+MrDulvalius69 I drive a car over 300hp I'm not buthurt but I do know a tool when I see one and you sir are one

[@MrDulvalius69]

+Carl Manney you know a tool when you see one? didnt know we met in real life....300hp? wow you need about 200 more to hang with the adults my friend..nice try tho..was fun chatting to a butthurt kid.

[@Conekiller29]

+Carl Manney what does driving a car over 300hp mean ? you're cool? you're the tool sir.

[@Patrick94GSR]

Wonder how my 355K mile Integra GSR would compare. Type R rear sway bar, Dunlop 205/45-16 tires, lowered on Koni Sport shocks with GSR/ITR stock spring combination, and that's about it. Refreshed top end valvetrain. Stock rating was 170 hp. Removing a front sway bar could lend more grip by allowing more body roll on the front end. When going through a corner, something has to give. The suspension gives and the body rolls first, then the tires will break loose eventually. Reducing roll with a stiffer sway bar imparts more forces to the tires, which will overcome grip quicker. Increasing body roll at one end will allow the tires to grip more before breaking loose.

[@mattwasilewicz9677]

Sad that so many people post on here just to hate on the kid. I am sure there are a bunch of younger viewers on this channel, and this is the type pf car they will be driving for their first car. Its not like he put a stupid wing on it either, just some basic suspension mods to increase his handling. That's what I've always liked about TST, shows all different types of cars

[@smohan123]

5 or 6 sec in autocross is a LOT given that the courses are often run in less than a minute. But I do respect that he's gonna "run what he brung". Also happy to hear about the happy Honda family. His dad has good taste!

[@Breadliee]

I also have an 02 civic coupe ex. It's automatic, and the color of it is Nighthawk Black Pearl. (According to the paint code) I'm 15 too. I can't drive it yet though, my parents don't want me to drive it yet until I pass my drivers test. Plus it needs a new battery, new left side mirror needs to be replaced. My uncle was selling it to me, so I asked my parents to see if they can get it. The previous owner who had it, it was his mom. She didn't drive it too often, so it has under 60,000 kilometers.

[@mikejames9931]

Great video!We are going to go with my son to look at a 2002 Civic EX for him for a first car!

[@BLacknesmonstaz]

kinda like that you did this kind of car. well done

[@andrewkratochvil9260]

I have a 02 same model just red and I love/hate it. It’s a fun car and 30 mpg all day even if you hammer on it

[@mdcohen]

Great one take. I would take this owner's car over most things made today, even the "enthusiast cars". Lightweight, great handling, high revving, sweet Honda shifter, smart suspension mods.

[@GianniAdduci]

Neat little car, cool to see how well these hondas hold up.

[@momobhc]

"Speed cost dollars, how fast do you want to go?" ~D. Samsil.

[@GergeTorres]

Bought a Civic lx coupe recently and I just started to watch all the Reviews on the car I've had for like 60 months and Im waiting for it to break down

[@SpudEater]

I just bought an 05 Civic for $1100 as a work vehicle, it's a fun little car I have to admit. This way I don't have to rack up hundreds of miles a week on my WRX and still have a pretty fun little car that I hope will be reliable.

[@amzderdamn]

Runs beautifully

[@catf4077]

one of my fav generations just because of the styling

[@anmarhammadi7471]

I used to own this car and hands down it had the worst/stiffest suspension I've ever experienced in a stock vehicle and mine had normal thick tyres not low profile alloy wheels. I couldn't get over how bad the ride was. Still it served me well.

[@MXL.14]

this guy has balls bringing this to the show lol

[@jnicev3797]

Very cool of you Matt to hop into supercars and then be ok with driving a stock civic on the channel!

[@emirsamardzic]

“It’s not a piece of crap!” Well damn lmfao

[@Hypn0tyz3d]

What a good car, good video Matt!

[@Vladitorius]

cant wait to see it again in 2 years time... 200hp full suspension and cage.. track funtime

[@tixav2]

I daily drive a 2003(30year edition) civic with 418k km in Québec and it still funny to drive during winter :)

[@smellycunt7058]

this is a pretty dope little car.

[@BeachJedi101]

If I ever come across a deal like that I would buy it immediately. Great beater commuter

[@Jonathan-tb6fm]

You should 32 mpg is not bad and it's faster then small pick ups.

[@KrytonTechnologies]

I have an 03 coupe and I absolutely love it

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

I like seeing these sorts of cars. Good video!

[@Hezbollah-mj1ek]

this car was my first car I had the d17a1 version ,later did a d17a2 swap with a universal hks turbo. I miss that car =( . Was 311 HP 225 tq .Wish I never sold it.

[@MiledHorizon]

I know I'm replying to a commented that was posted a long time ago but how much did you spend on the swap including all the other mods?

[@magnavox4794]

That's a nice shirt to the owner. Neat and simple car looks pretty enjoyable.