HONDA CIVIC DELSOL VTEC B16 RAW SOUND

Just enjoying my last moments of a loud-ish DelSol.
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[@lunarshteve]

Such an amazing sound. I have a del sol vti and love it. Keep her in good condition as the golden era of hondas are becoming rare now.

[@scooch988]

Yeah it's gonna cost some cash to get this back to it's former glory with the rust issues and stuff but I think it will be worth it in the long run

[@colapone1895]

I can't be the only one who drives a vtec Honda Hard on occasions just for that sound

[@scooch988]

You're not, I do it daily😉

[@cannonball9478]

Such a mint engine. Never gets old

[@scooch988]

I couldn't agree more. The fact you have to drive it like you stole it to get it to perform just makes it more fun

[@throughmyeyesmedia6492]

Sounds amazing and you can hear the vtec crossover clearly!

[@scooch988]

Thanks! Yeah I think it has a lot to do with the intake. I definitely hear the crossover more in Honda's with aftermarket intakes no matter what exhaust they have

[@throughmyeyesmedia6492]

@@scooch988 yeah I love that crossover sound, is it b16a sir or the b16a2?

[@scooch988]

@@throughmyeyesmedia6492 b16a2 I believe, I'm still new to the Honda world. So whichever engine model had 160hp and came in the DelSol VTEC is the one I have!

[@throughmyeyesmedia6492]

@@scooch988 ok nice 👍🏼 👍🏼

[@RCTrend]

Btw in 5th gear vtec kicks in at 170 kph / 106 mph. Dont ask how I know :)

[@scooch988]

I remember seeing that somewhere but can't remember where😉

[@frankietheyankee7042]

Maybe rt 9

[@scooch988]

@@frankietheyankee7042 maybe...maybe 290...maybe 140... we'll never know

[@Project_EG2]

No wonder these 30 year old engines are still popular

[@scooch988]

They're incredibly fun to drive. Sometimes I wonder if I'll sell it, then I drive it and know I have to keep it forever cause there's nothing else like it

[@carlosalenduran4630]

I love your car I just sold mine a 94 A year ago and I still missing it I had it for 28 I was the 1st owner I miss it everyday

[@scooch988]

Oh man dude I’m sorry, you gotta get yourself another one. Especially where you were the first owner! Such a cool thing to be able to say about a car like this. I hope one day you’re able to get back into one

[@elfenomeno320]

Drove one of these with 120k on the odometer. First car I drove with a vtec engine. The kick it gives you is something else lol. Very fun car, similar to a Miata

[@scooch988]

Everyone makes fun of the vtec cause the Honda boys hype it up as if it kicks in like a turbo. But in all seriousness there's nothing like it and the first time I drove it will be an experience ill never forget and the reason ill never sell it

[@nissan300zxtt9]

I had one of these , b16a2 engine , chipped p30 or p1 integra ecu cant remember the code but it came with 6 chips which set redline and vtec at diffrent points. I had it set up for vtec to kick in at 4500rpm and redline set at 10,000rpm. It went like stink lol. Great little cars.

[@scooch988]

I NEED to do this. What year did you do this? I feel like I don't see anyone doing stuff like this anymore

[@insankouhai5691]

Got my '97 Del Sol In August, Currently it has a d16y7, but I can't wait to swap it into a b16! I'm either going with b16a1 or b16a2

[@scooch988]

That's awesome! Congrats! You must love it. And yea either engine is great. You'll love having more horsepower

[@nissan300zxtt9]

B16a2 is great paired with a p1 honda integra ecu thats chipped. Thay was my setup on mine when i had it.

[@MrPhilthy08]

I had one of these VTEC models for a summer, sooo fun

[@scooch988]

I absolutely love it. I really don't think ill ever be able to bring myself to sell it

[@MrPhilthy08]

Mine was rusting under the wheel wells so I got rid of it before the rust was visible, and it had an idle issue, and 212,000 miles lol I’m actually planning to go look at a c5 targa top corvette this week so maybe I’ll be having fun again lol

[@scooch988]

@@MrPhilthy08 thats a shame, mines got the rust too but I have replacement panels so hoping to tackle that soon. Great choice on thr C5 though. Its the next car I want. And truly an incredible bang for your buck sports car

[@darrylbrooks851]

94 t 97, honda only brought 6100, delsol, with b16a3, or the b16a2, they a very rare.

[@jason1509]

Nice video ! Your new camera is just perfect i love it, it's a very good upgrade for you channel !

[@scooch988]

Thanks man! Yea I think it was the right move until I can get a real.camera

[@MikeKollin]

@@scooch988 I skipped to the Vtech Sound.,.. what kind of Camera did you use? Thanks! Great Sound in your car!! I have a 95 Del Sol but smaller D15B7 Engine... but she's fun to drive... Looking to upgrade to the B16 if I can find a good engine, Rebuilt etc...

[@scooch988]

@@MikeKollin thank you! I appreciate that! And it's just a gopro hero 8 black. No external mic or anything (i do want to get one though). Its been a great Camara. Highly recommend one. And if you can find a b16 to swap I'd definitely do it. Its so much fun to drive!

[@ryanvtec3885]

best NA del sol video on you tube

[@scooch988]

Thats quite a compliment man, thank you!

[@ryanvtec3885]

@@scooch988 your welcome cant wait for del sol content laterr this year

[@scooch988]

@@ryanvtec3885 its on its way my friend! Very soon!

[@larrystarks2617]

Great video. I have always loved honda b16. Great engine.

[@scooch988]

Phenomenal engine, I never thought I'd have this much fun with a 160hp until I bought it

[@arianahadi9090]

best daily car ever

[@scooch988]

Agreed, I wouldn't want anything else

[@arianahadi9090]

@@scooch988 suche pretty car it is . ma dream car

[@scooch988]

@@arianahadi9090 get one now before they get too expensive! They're rising in price so fast

[@arianahadi9090]

@@scooch988 I'm gonna try to do that 👌👌👌

[@scooch988]

@@arianahadi9090 when you do send me a picture on Instagram @scooch988 id love to see what you picked up!!

[@faraway240sx9]

Cant wait before i buy mine at the end of this year :))

[@scooch988]

Congrats! You're gonna love it!!

[@andydhillon1977]

Wow! That's without the muffler? Sounds fantastic! I've never driven a car with a B16AX aggressively. From your video, it looks to have plenty of power for the chassis.

[@scooch988]

More than enough for sure! If you ever have a chance I highly recommend it!

[@ZaungastHeimat]

Mega Sound!!! 💪🏻😎🤏🏼

[@scooch988]

Most mega! 😂

[@jasonkrainert1579]

My mom had one It was fun to drive

[@scooch988]

Oh I bet, still one of my favorite cars I've ever owned!

[@ImagineBeingFat]

I am picking up a 94 next Thursday with 51k miles. Flying to FL from Ny and driving it back. How hard is it to replace the seals to ensure it doesn’t leak? Also what’s the deal if you get a car Wash? Just always expect it to have water in? Seems wild

[@scooch988]

That's gonna be awesome! Congrats. Wish mine was that young in miles haha. I've personally never replaced the seals but I've heard it's very easy. And yes if you're going through a car wash, it's just gonna leak. No question about it. Or if it rains hard enough it can leak as well

[@ImagineBeingFat]

@@scooch988 Im excited. Its def something I wanted when I was 18-24 and now I am 32 and I feel like I am going back to that phase lol. Ive had like 13 cars and I always enjoyed Hondas. I had a 98 prelude for my 3rd car and fell in love with it. This del sol will be my summer/ sunday cruise car. Anything you think the del sols typically need? Do they burn oil like the preludes?

[@scooch988]

@@ImagineBeingFat that's awesome man! Congrats. You must be so excited. And I can't speak for all Honda's. I've come from Subarus mostly, but my delsol burns a ton of oil being the B16. I've read that most vtec engines of that era burn a lot of oil, just how it is. So I'm assuming if you get one with VTEC, even if it's the sohc, it will probably burn. My burns a quart every 1500

[@voteholyk]

This really makes me hate my 93 D15b7 with NO Vtec.... The 93 seems to be the rarest though even though it sold the most.

[@scooch988]

@@voteholyk the Florida one I bought to swap my b16 into was a none VTEC, and I will say I was more impressed with the power delivery than I thought I would be, but the 1.6 really is the place to be. Super easy swap if you ever had the interest in doing it!

[@voteholyk]

@@scooch988 Thats exactly what I want to do. B18.

[@manderson9593]

Years ago, one of my co-workers purchased one of these, and I got to ride shotgun.

[@scooch988]

I must say, I love driving it. It is so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up

[@squishycld]

Dude i have this thing it is horrifying i always imagine a tortoise in the road and me just dieing. Vtec is so much fun

[@scooch988]

It is a death trap but I try not to think about death that much😂

[@carter5103]

I'm about to go look at one of these. Any tips man?

[@scooch988]

Biggest thing for me would be the body. Check to see how bad the rockers are (might have to remove the sideskirt to see) and check the rear quarters. Those are the two biggest places for rust on these. Other than that I would do the typical inspection making sure nothing is rotting away, strut towers, frame etc. Check the seals along the targa. Every delsol leaks. If the owner tells you it doesn't leak he's lying. But it's about how bad it's leaking. So check the seals to make sure they're not completely gone. Check the trunk for moisture. These cars tend to gather water. Make sure it's nothing major. Other than that i can't think of anything off the top of my head. Feel free to DM me on Instagram with any other questions @scooch988. Good luck with the car!

[@MrAyybee2cold]

Scooch 100% everything you just said

[@lunarshteve]

make sure the electric roof works also, they are actually pretty easy to fix and cheap just dont take it to honda if the transtop isnt working as they will bend you over.

[@jaybeck7362]

That's not a stock engine is it? It doesn't look all that slow even when I cut the volume, idk, I really want one!

[@JordyAuto]

I think so. The VTEC model is the top trim came with a b series 1.6 making 160hp which i believe was in the em1 civic si as well

[@scooch988]

Stock engine yes, they made about 10,000 VTEC models in the US between 94 and 97 that came with the b16. This is one of them. Imsanely fun car to drive

[@jaybeck7362]

@@scooch988 I'm looking at picking one up for under a grand, how has funding parts for it been?

[@scooch988]

@@jaybeck7362 I'm not sure where you're located but any time I need a replacement oem part I just go to Rock Auto.com. They got it all and they're very reasonably priced. But I also haven't had to do more than a radiator and tires on this car since I bought it. And I've had it for over a year. So I might not be the best person to ask haha

[@kye9034]

I’m looking at getting this car in the uk (the b16 engine) and was just wondering if it is a quick car , I’m 19 and was in the market for something around 200bhp but I see this car and though the power to weight ratio would be sick? So that’s really my question, is this a fast car meaning can I overtake easily and smoke any normal car, in a responsible way of course...

[@scooch988]

By today's standards, no you won't be smoking anyone in this car unless it's a stock d series that you're going up against haha. However I want to emphasize the fact that this is an incredibly good platform for someone of your age, or anyone just getting into the car scene. It's easy to work on, the b series has a huge aftermarket platform. Endless turbo and supercharger kits if you want more horsepower. At the end of the day it's "quick" but you have to drive it like you stole it. I've driven and owned plenty of fast cars in my day, the DelSol is at the top as one of my favorites. It's a very raw driving experience that really connects the driver with the car. If you find a clean one I highly recommend getting it

[@kye9034]

Scooch tbh I was looking at getting a turbo kit in this and then a new after market exhaust, new coil overs and new aftermarket wheels, I was just thinking though the b16 being a 160bhp vtec engine in shouldn’t be slacking in the price bracket ofc, so surely it can beat a similar priced st, but I think I’m really wanting this just due to wanting to get into the jdm scene, like eventually I want a 350z... but for the price and insurance over here I can’t really find anything better, plus this car is just lovely looking once modded... but when I say quick I do mean it picking up speed quick on the motorway (highway) fast or beating the standard Vauxhall or bmw

[@brynlar3230]

@@kye9034 wouldn’t be buying a 2 seat old Honda for motorway but yes it would definitely keep up with modern cars! 160hp and weights next to nothing and revs out like no modern car will!

[@jakecarroll7989]

Just wonder is it a b16a3?

[@scooch988]

Yes it is, absolute blast

[@lukeskywalker1840]

This is a B16A2 isn't it? This is the same engine in my EM1

[@scooch988]

Yes! Same engine. So much fun to drive

[@MikeKollin]

@@scooch988 Is the A2 Better than the A3?

[@scooch988]

@@MikeKollin couldn't say for sure cause 8 haven't driven both, but I feel like they perform the same wayb

[@MikeKollin]

@@scooch988 Well on the stats they both look exactly the same as in Horse power, etc. except the A3 has a higher Redline! So you can rev it 200 more... Same engine as far as I can figure out...

[@scooch988]

@@MikeKollin so even though the redline is higher, it still revs to 8200. The guy who sold me this car has driven both. I asked him why they dropped the redline down when they made it, he said the engine still revs to 8200 but the redline only goes to 8. I'm not sure why Honda did this haha

[@aaronsgamingshow2773]

Man if you at 8k rpm and still below 30 you need to shift up my boy

[@scooch988]

Something tells me you've never driven a b series. But that's ok, you'll learn how long the gears are

[@aaronsgamingshow2773]

@@scooch988 I own a 1994 Honda del sol with a vtec b16

[@scooch988]

@@aaronsgamingshow2773 i was more than half asleep when I responded to this last night. Can you show me a time stamp from the video you're talking about because I am genuinely confused by your comment

[@aaronsgamingshow2773]

@@scooch988 now that I realize it I was also more than half asleep and rewatching the video you are at 8k rpm just below 50 so that’s my bad bro

[@scooch988]

@@aaronsgamingshow2773 haha all good man. Sorry for my overly aggressive response. Glad to see we were both just a couple of tired bois with no idea what we were saying 😂

[@Mth3sis]

Niiiice. Check out mine Sounds just like yours 😂

[@scooch988]

Oh I will be 😂

[@sanduciorba1337]

i have one 160 hp with a/c and electric roof 🙏

[@scooch988]

No way that's sick! Youre not in the states I'm guessing...

[@sanduciorba1337]

@@scooch988 germany 😁😁

[@tsd560ti6]

That sounds nice, do you have any rust issues or other excessive maintenance/repair costs? I would like to own a B16 DelSol or S2000 when I'm able to afford a 'summer car' in the future. Viele Grüße ;)

[@sanduciorba1337]

@@tsd560ti6 not yet, since i dont drive it when it snows/rains, neither do i have repair Costs yet... but id actually recommand you a manual roof since the Electric one can cause Problems and that can be expensive...

[@MuddafukhingdisKUST]

@@scooch988 they only made the electric roofs in europe and japan i think

[@darrylbrooks851]

94 t 97, honda only brought 6100, delsol, with b16a3, or the b16a2, they a very rare.

[@scooch988]

Really? I heard they made 10,000 b16s total. Where did you hear 6100? I'd love to read more on them

[@darrylbrooks851]

@@scooch988 mine has the b16a3, which has 8200 rpm redline, b16a3 has 8000 rpm redline, same 1.6 dohc vtec

[@scooch988]

@@darrylbrooks851 I've always wondered why they "lowered the redline" cause I've driven one that redline is at 8k and it still bounces off 8200. It's strange haha