Buyers guide to getting a 8th gen Honda civic si in 2022 (Or later)

Today I will be showing you what to look out for when buying a 8th Honda Civic Si or any other generation of si. This will go into details about the post or listing all the way up to when you go to test drive the car. Hope you enjoy the video!

[@jjmunz7718]

8th generation si is a beautiful car with a lot of potential. Will become a classic car one day. 8th gen all day 👍 🙏

[@ProjectRad]

Absolutely!

[@J_2peezy]

I’m from co and flew out to Mississippi to buy a Fa5 k24/k20. Drove the car all the way back no issues. One of best experiences ever. I’ve had the car since June 10 now

[@ProjectRad]

Dream setup. That's amazing

[@nyxist3160]

I never leave comments, but you are an absolute legend. Going to check out my first SI tomorrow with your checklist in hand. Thank you.

[@ProjectRad]

I appreciate it alot! Hope it helps!

[@nyxist3160]

@@ProjectRad I got a 92 miata instead hahaha the one I checked out was not in good shape unfortunately

[@cdeluise]

Thanks for your educational help! I flew one way a couple months ago to buy a one owner, completely stock 2011 FA5 with 60K miles. It was repainted under warranty too! I looked for one over a year till I found this one 800 miles away. It's ultra clean and really fun to drive. I plan to modify the suspension to increase handling. IHE + K-Pro and a tune this year.

[@ProjectRad]

That's fantastic!! Is it the Blue one by chance?

[@cdeluise]

@@ProjectRad Nope, mine is Crystal Black. I wanted White or Blue but I knew this one was it.

[@ProjectRad]

@@cdeluise that's fantastic

[@tommydukes1979]

People have been pulling the whole " just needs an 02 sensor " gag since the 90s 😆.. just saw one the other day too.

[@ProjectRad]

Always 😂

[@Mr.WarwickBot]

Thanks brotha. I'm getting into this car, but I'm still green. I've gone to check one out at a dealer and your video saved me from a BIG mistake!! Thanks again man, you're doing the Lord's work.

[@ProjectRad]

Absolutely man glad I could help out!

[@micheleplatz1236]

8th gen is so underrated. Can’t wait to see more on the 9th gen.

[@pi2z806]

I had a 2011 Si Sedan and it got rear ended the day after you posted this video it was in super good condition. sadly it was totaled :( I'm going to check out a 2007 with 130k miles tomorrow. Def would prefer a 09-11 but it's too good of an offer to pass up

[@ProjectRad]

I’m sorry to hear that. I wish you luck!

[@pi2z806]

@@ProjectRad thank you bro. I'm still on the lookout

[@Roobsrandomz]

did you end up picking up that 07? Update!

[@pi2z806]

@@Roobsrandomz Nope, it was repainted and the paintjob was really shit, they even painted over the fucking keyholes lmao... there was also rust on the edge of the back driver side windows, and to top it all off they claimed that I ruined the clutch and threatened to sue me 😭When I looked at the ad a few days later they said "If you don't know how to drive a manual please don't ask to test drive" lmao

[@Roobsrandomz]

@@pi2z806 I think that was a huge bullet dodged. good shit. Another will come up. Damn some crazy shit lol

[@MaverickLeader]

Thanks for the video. On the hunt for a good 8th gen right now as I'll start commuting in January!

[@ProjectRad]

No problem! Glad I could help!

[@Elitecamp27]

Where was this when I needed it? I recently bought a car that was severely neglected and I can’t in good faith sell it the way it is.

[@travisashley7198]

Fuel gauge and speed not working is cracked solder joints, Takes about 30 minutes to fix for even beginners to circuit repair.

[@betweenthebars19]

Just lost all 4 of my cars to flooding due to hurricane Ian. (2 being C4 corvettes) and my buddy offered to sell me his Si with 200k miles for $4k. roof is faded but I know how my buddy is with his cars and it’s mechanically sound. He even said he’d buy it back when I find a good car that fits my needs better having four kids. Thanks for the video!

[@ProjectRad]

I’m sorry to hear that! I’m glad I could help you out man! Be careful you might not want to sell it back to him 😂

[@ProjectRad]

Very worth it if it is mechanically sound and doesn’t burn oil like crazy.

[@betweenthebars19]

Just picked her up and drove her 45 mins home… already thinking it’ll probably be a keeper for awhile! Wasn’t expecting to like it this much! Doesn’t burn oil either.

[@betweenthebars19]

Just picked her up and drove her 45 mins home… already thinking it’ll probably be a keeper for awhile! Wasn’t expecting to like it this much! Doesn’t burn oil either.

[@ProjectRad]

@@betweenthebars19 Congrats man! Good luck with the aftermath of the storm!

[@chriskillZ321]

Gonna go look at an fa5 today , from a old dude and he’s the first owner

[@ProjectRad]

@@chriskillZ321 Best case!

[@MrRage666]

saving up for an si rn since i have an auto ex and cant do much to it thx for the guide

[@ProjectRad]

Of course! Good luck and happy car hunting!

[@jeffersonl9790]

Fr i had an auto 07 lx and saw ppl mod those non si 8th gens so I gave it a shot, I sadly totaled it, and I decided to stick with the 8th gen civic just an si this time, I just love the shape of them

[@olivermartinez7280]

Thanks for the video 💪

[@ProjectRad]

Of course! Hope it helped!

[@JoseFonseca-cl3fd]

Just bought an 08 Si 118k miles Clean title $7,000

[@ProjectRad]

Hell ya!!

[@cognac8297]

I'm still getting 53.333 mpg in the coupe MT

[@bamaboyburns8079]

I got my 8th gen last September the only flaws is the clear coat is starting to wear by my back doors other than that no issues at all !!! It’s a very fun peppy nimble car very reliable i don’t see alot of these in my area and I live in a big city

[@ProjectRad]

Hell ya! That clear coat is annoying 😂. Super fun car!

[@bamaboyburns8079]

@@ProjectRad lol man🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾

[@lilnilu]

Should I get a 8th gen civic as my first (self owned) car? I drive my parents 2018 lx civic right now.

[@ProjectRad]

@@lilnilu can't go wrong as long as you find a good one!

[@turbro7185]

I love the exterior look of the 8th Gen Si but I hate the interior of it I do not like the manual gearbox setup and the parking brake setup I like the interior of the 9th Gen Si a lot better

[@ProjectRad]

Totally the 9th gen is a lot more refined and just more mature! I think the interior of the 8th ages well though with its curved lines. Plus not to hard to modify abit to make it look better with, better stereo, wheel, hybrid shifter and few other changes.

[@alexxxxxxxxxx8850]

Trust me I used to hate the look of it but after being driven around in my buddys a lot I’ve come to really like the driver focused layout of it

[@jbtravis780]

getting my fa5 in 2 days n it only has 83k miles n its bone stock:)

[@ProjectRad]

Heck ya man!! Good luck and have fun with it!

[@yesilikejapan9245]

Looking at a rallye red 2010 civic sedan today hfp lip kit, skunk 2 header, invidia q300, koni red shocks, tein lowering springs, and tuned on hondata. No leaks clean title 181k miles and they want 7k. Also 0 paint fade wondering if that's a good price

[@ProjectRad]

Hell ya. Higher mileage but if everything checks out. That’s great!

[@yesilikejapan9245]

@@ProjectRad i ended up grabbing it so far its fantastic :) nice change from the 9th gen si

[@ProjectRad]

@@yesilikejapan9245 That’s amazing! Hope you have a good time with it!!

[@kevins7580]

Looking at a 06 si with 189k miles on it. 1 Owner, clutch replaces at 120k, new front brakes and tires. Paint definitely is bad near the front like you mentioned. Its got one code, p0420 which might be a bad cat. Guy is asking $4500 for it. Kinda on the fence and want to offer 4k. Would you say thats a good deal? Car overall mechanically does not seem bad. Just a lot of miles. It hasnt been modified.

[@ProjectRad]

So I have a lot to say about this one. So since it’s the 06 it has the bad transmission and just be aware it’s probably gonna be grinding or popping out of gear. With 189k miles you might want to keep an eye out for another motor pretty soon since it is a k20 and oil consumption might be a problem. But $4000 is pretty cheap. I’d offer 3.5k and see. If this is going to be your daily though… I’d pass and look for one in better shape.

[@kevins7580]

@@ProjectRad This is going to be a second car primarily used in winter. Probably will only see 2-4k miles a year. Yeah the high miles worry me with this civic year. I will see if he will take 3.5. Feel like its so much car for sub 4k. I appreciate the reply!

[@ProjectRad]

@@kevins7580 I agree with you! Good luck to you man!

[@EstoYKoGAMER_]

Bro i just got a 2010 FA5 92k miles for 8k good condition overall just some minor things was a good deal?

[@ProjectRad]

Absolutely!

[@theivan4069]

I found a 2008 civic si sedan with 127000 for 8500 stock and the exterior is good, is it a good deal?

[@ProjectRad]

Ya that's not to bad! Try to wiggle down but ya that's pretty good where I'm from anyway

[@enriquerivas8000]

Is it a 09 SI coupe with 154k miles for $6500 a good price? The car is in good condition.

[@ProjectRad]

Ya that’s pretty decent!

[@wilfredovasquez1725]

Do you have original suspension oh tein coilovers

[@ProjectRad]

This is OEM stock suspension.

[@haydenson8915]

Looking at a 2010 with 60k miles for 6000 dollars Sounds like a shouldnt bother prolly sum wrong w it right?

[@ProjectRad]

Depends where you are! That sounds like it could be

[@saltysweatyhands]

Bruh that low of mileage would usually go for 12-15k

[@carlosmelendez8317]

9th gen civic si or acura tsx? I want a fun daily driver

[@ProjectRad]

For the most part I’d go 9th gen. Unless you get lucky and find a manual tsx.

[@Bjsclips]

I got my 2010 with 136k for 3500

[@ProjectRad]

What a deal!

[@samsonclark]

W

[@menswearhous]

iv been looking at a 8th gen civic si for sale near me. Theres this nice one with low miles but it has a black dip stick and missing the valve cover that says V-Tech....think this means its been modified in the past?

[@ProjectRad]

Most likely yes. But sometimes when people do maintenance they take that grey cover off and keep it off since it doesn’t do anything. And the black dip stick is most likely a k tuned dip stick to prevent the oil pressure to leak out that dipstick spot. That’s not a bad thing but that usually means it’s been modded.

[@menswearhous]

@@ProjectRad Thanks, how about the idle on start up, its around 1900 just under 2k right when you start it. is this normal?

[@ProjectRad]

@@menswearhous That’s a little high but doesn’t sound to bad. If it’s on cold start. If it’s warm and doing that. That’s way to high.

[@saulreynoso4371]

Back in September of 2019 I found a jem. I got a white FA5 with only 49k miles, one owner car, clean car fax, all maintenance done at Honda. The car was all stock, except the radio was changed. Cost me 10k. I did change all fluids, all shocks were changed and the engine mount changed. I plan on keeping it stock. I did buy some 18 inch HFP wheels for it. Just went over 60k miles. I love this car. Great video.

[@ProjectRad]

Wow! How fantastic!

[@saulreynoso4371]

@@ProjectRad yeah I think the 8th gen is probably one if the best looking civics. Especially the sedan.

[@Red-ev8ls]

I just bought a 81k miles 2009 si clean title for 4k is that a good deal or no?

[@saulreynoso4371]

@Red-ev8ls wow that sounds pretty good. Congrats.

[@bodmondan5242]

Got my engine 290km and runs smoothly just clear coat issue that’s all other the that car drives mint

[@mvxyetti9262]

Man. I got lucky I bought my 2010 FG2 last year for 9Gs with 114k I just hit 119k. Hondata and hybrid racing CAI makes the car a different beast. More yet to come

[@ProjectRad]

That’s amazing! I’m excited for Hondata and exhaust. Hoping it will wake her up like I think it will.

[@mvxyetti9262]

@@ProjectRad just do your research for every part you buy it’ll help you in the long run… my very first purchase was Hondata to not hold me back from doing what I want to the car

[@ProjectRad]

@@mvxyetti9262 Exactly the plan of action I’m doing! No way am I getting performance parts without it

[@mvxyetti9262]

@@ProjectRad just an FYI I’ve been getting some badass intake sounds with hybrid racing considering it come with a filter as well as a built in velocity stack. And if moneys tight do a muffler delete until you can get full exhaust:) I should be getting my exhaust soon.. after that I’ll be doing the bigger throttle body and injectors. Until the engine gets tired then swap in a 24

[@ProjectRad]

@@mvxyetti9262 Exactly. Getting hondata, exhaust and header at same time, then hybrid racing CAI

[@iprophecy6768]

Worst thing i ever see done to these 8th gens are when people put turbos on it in their driveway. That R18 is not made to handle a turbo. An you will see, shortly after you put the turbo on, the engine dies

[@ProjectRad]

It's not a r18 it's a k20 plus I'm not boosting it

[@saltysweatyhands]

Over here in ny it’s real hard to find an 8th gen without being high mileage and or clapped out

[@ProjectRad]

It’s a tough thing to find! 😂

[@ae86luy]

Buying one tomorrow civic 2007 75000 miles

[@ProjectRad]

Heck ya! Enjoy it!

[@chaoticwolf64]

I like how I’m watching this after I already bought my 8th gen XD

[@ProjectRad]

I do the same stuff! 😂

[@JoseFonseca-cl3fd]

Haha same just bought one

[@sophisticated]

Great video. I like the advice to get in the passenger seat and have them drive it.

[@ProjectRad]

Appreciate it!

[@Raj-kt7db]

Thank you for this

[@ProjectRad]

Of course! Happy car hunting!

[@sethking3]

Thx 🤙🏻

[@ProjectRad]

My pleasure

[@whatispleasant]

how can i find one bro.

[@ProjectRad]

Just keep your eyes peeled on all listing on fb marketplace, OfferUp, Craigslist, etc and just be patient for sure! Good luck!

[@whatispleasant]

@@ProjectRad much love Project R

[@ep3102]

Just bought one for 2800 149,000

[@ProjectRad]

Very very nice

[@chiaxiong8739]

I have the same Venom shirt bro lol

[@ProjectRad]

Good choice!😂