What Should I Do With The GSR?

[@mrhowardishere]

Keep it stock. In fact, restore it. Like car concours. From top to bottom, engine bay, body work, everything. That would be a fun series!!

[@jaypers232]

Eric this just happened to me on Saturday. Over fourteen months ago I waited outside a grocery store next to the car only to be greeted by and older woman who bought it new in 1997. I gave her my number and said the exact same thing. She called me last Saturday and I bought the car Monday. The car was ALWAYS serviced at the Acura dealership. 200k and it’s still mint.

[@usmale47374]

Leave it stock, repair of replace anything in need of it, and just enjoy the car as Honda made it. Years down the road you'll be glad you did.

[@JDJawDroppin]

What ^^ said!! Stock is the new "mod" ;)

[@Emily1963eh]

Stock is the best way to go :)

[@npage307]

usmale47374 exactly what I was thinking.

[@p3l1k44n1]

That's the same thing i said about my -67 Ford P5 17M.. But now i'm converting it to a 20M by putting a 2 liter V6 engine on it.

[@mrjsv4935]

I agree, he's modifying the Fairmont so why not doing something different with the Integra and restore it back to original factory condition. I personally admire older cars if they are in brand new like condition as usually most of them are some way modified or used carelessly, parts broken or missing, rust damages, dents, faded paint, etc.

[@anothersiguy]

Restore it! I think your experience makes you the perfect guy to bring this thing back to how it was in 2001.

[@ggj1987]

Easy, keep it original and restore it. Maybe install steel brake lines to make some parts more durable and serviced better. But other than that it's one of the few original JDM performance cars out there. It's a real gem in that regard

[@soniadepina7216]

So happy to have come across your KZbin page. I've subscribed and look forward to all the knowledge you have to share. Currently in the process of building my Integra GSR & you are officially my cyber mentor. Thanks for all you do brother!

[@ETCG1]

Thank you!

[@ryansauto93]

I would absolutely keep it stock. As you said, it's so rare to find any Integra, let alone a GSR that has survived being hacked up by some teenager. That car in its stock form is so perfect and I think seeing a restoration of it would be the best way to serve it.

[@malenatully]

WOW!! Beautiful body! I’m a big fan of Acuras, I bought an GSR for my son after his High School Graduation. He loves it! In fact, same color, but tinted windows. You are informed, excellent!!! No, keep the color, and keep it stocked.. I love it

[@witchcraftauto]

You know a "Fairmont" of stuff about Acuras?!! lol

[@s1t9e9f4an]

People need to see this. TO THE TOP!!

[@jakesnake_27]

I thought the same thing...

[@capnskiddies]

DE Nichols it seems Stefan was born in 1994

[@DENicholsAutoBravado]

capnskiddies lol. Nice password interpretation. Could be his child's birthday and name for that matter.

[@xanderlander8989]

Keep it stock and restore. A showroom floor fresh GSR....do it!

[@bootlegMIR]

Eric, I had that same exact car. Please restore it and keep it stock. Fix the rust, rebuild everything and enjoy the hell out of it. I regret selling mine so much.

[@tny-]

bootlegMIR yeah I wouldn't delude myself into believing it's going to "double in value in 10 years" since after all, its still just a gsr. but it's certainly a much nicer gsr than most which makes it much easier to bring back to factory form. or even just do the type r upgrades without messing with the exterior. looks like it's in great shape all things considered.

[@Thanoric]

Same thing I hit with the 95 honda civic si I purchased for my girlfriend. It was a beater, but very very mechanically sound. Fixed the quirks of it's age and repaired the rust. Still looks kinda 2 tone red even though it's the same paint just many years apart.... Maybe one day I will fix that as well.

[@pd1jdw630]

+1 on the stock rebuild. Since you waited 15 years to get the car. I would rebuild it to stock. You know what is real. The ins and out of the car. You probably even put the stamps in the maintenance booklet. So... strip it clean, clean it up and rebuild ore refurbish the engine. And give this car an other 15 years of life like it was new when it rolled of the loading truck.

[@TheOnlyToblin]

My first thought when I saw the title of this video was "Just do a Type R conversion." Seems like that was your initial idea, and I say GO FOR IT! Restore this one. Take it apart, restore it, repair rust, have it detailed and make a Type R conversion. That'd be a project I would LOVE to watch.

[@benselina1278]

If they are aesthetics's then do what pleases you Eric but just make sure you keep it stick we love that looking prime example

[@neiliosr8]

Keep it stock, there are too many modified Honda/Acura models, a stock car that is over 15 years old gets noticed more than another modified ricer. You'll have more satisfaction driving it all stock.

[@BluePlanetDrone]

1000 % Agreed! Keep her stock E. When I see an older Honda like this that's stock and has been lovingly looked after/ takin care of...... my panties get kinda wet I'm not gonna lie. Oh and they put that aftermarket Radio in to be able to hook it up to their phone and play music off of it.

[@hyden1532]

Hey Eric, I know I'm late to the party, but I wanted to share my thoughts. I'm finalizing the purchase of my first car, a 97 GSR (I'm amazed it even survived this long), and I've been thinking long and hard about what to do. The original engine is gone, parts of the car are missing, dented, scratched or broken. I've been asking myself, "Do I return it to factory conditions or do I make the car what I would have wanted when I was 16, or one that would suit me in my late 30s?" I really like your video and it helped to solidify my decision that I'd make the car my own, to suit my tastes. I have no plans to ever sell the car, so value increases of a stock car vs modified car are a moot point. Can't wait to see what you do with the car, if anything.

[@inspyral02]

Hey Eric, you can actually run ITR sized brakes without switching to 5-lug by using the ITR front calipers (same part number as late model CL, Accord, Oddyssey, Prelude, Isuzu Oasis) with 280mm front rotors from a base model Mini Cooper(circa 2007), and pads from a TSX. This setup gives you ITR sized brakes with all off the shelf parts without having to machine the ITR caliper brackets like with other commonly used upgrade setups. For the rears you can use the ITR calipers(expensive), or base RSX/EP3(02-05) Civic Si calipers with the early EP3 Si(02-03) 4x100 rear rotors and ITR pads. If you use the RSX/EP3 rear calipers, they need to be swapped left to right in order for the e-brake to work, so the bleeders will be upside down and need to be unbolted to be bled. It's all bolt-on with no modifications other than swapping the rear calipers and reusing your existing e-brake arms if running the RSX/EP3 rear calipers.

[@TassieLorenzo]

Great post.

[@MrGrentch]

Or just source a set of used 96-98 JDM ITR 4 lug hubs online. Original type R, bolt straight on. Far simpler.

[@inspyral02]

You're right - that setup does bolt on, but if I remember correctly they use the same size calipers as the non-R Integras, so no real improvement there. They're also 4x114.3 lug pattern instead of 4x100 so you'd be limiting yourself to a smaller selection of wheels for no benefit, unless you really like the 96 spec R wheels or something. What some people do however, is use the 4x114.3 setup and upgrade to the 98 spec R calipers with 11" rotors from something like an older 4x114.3 Prelude to achieve the same thing. Not exactly "far simpler", and you'd be changing to a less popular 4 lug pattern.

[@MrGrentch]

IMH the brakes on the GSR are fine as is. Disk and pad upgrades would get most bang for your buck. The difference in braking between an R and a GSR is as much down to the GSR carrying extra weight. The difference between 96 and a 98 JDM R 's in the braking? I'd bet 90+% of drivers on the road couldn't tell.

[@SollessGarage]

You can do that but JDM ITR hubs have 36mm hubs/axles. So if your axle goes bad you'll have to pay a fortune to get new ones.

[@mrdylanjoseph]

I agree with others don't butcher it! When I had my GS-R Sedan, it was pre-butchered and any I found for sale were the same thing. Everybody thinks they're a better engineer than Honda!

[@mikemannn1994]

Hey eric, what a about a deatailing kinda episode?, i know its not your thing but making this thing factory fresh seems like an awsome idea!

[@commodore665]

Mike Kuijpers- good idea that , a episode that shows how to thoroughly detail a car sounds good , I second that one .

[@nighthawkj30A4]

Mike Kuijpers I agree eric should get some Meguiars plastic cleaners along with the leather conditioner . And do a detailing video

[@Big.W.]

Mike Kuijpers I could be wrong but I think most mechanics couldn't care less about body work. 😂

[@CaptainRudy4021]

Lili G but you also have to remember that Eric makes how-to videos, so who's to say that he won't do a video on how to detail a car at some point?

[@jacobsmith7285]

Hey, Eric! Been watching you for years, first time commenting. Just saw your video about the changes made to KZbin and how they've effected you Just wanted to say, you were the inspiration for my first 'project car' purchase (93 L DA9 Integra LS) Sadly its still not done due to finances! But I can't wait to see what you have planned for your projects especially your GSR. What a beautifully designed car! Just wanted to say thanks for all the years, and no matter where your videos end up, ill be here for the ride!

[@patrik2259]

OE restoration all the way....

[@Beaker1998]

Thanks for the birthday wishes Eric !! as with some other commenters i would leave it stock and just fix any worn items on the car and just drive it ! thanks for all the videos

[@alanmaier]

Eric, this should be simple - don't molest it! That car is rare - no boy racer has attacked it and ruined it. If you did anything to it, do detail work to the rims and that rust spot and make it look like it did when it came off the truck. Heck, park it next to your dad's truck in the winter - it's too good of a car as it is and it deserves to live as the Honda Gods intended.

[@redchris97]

Alan Maier Amen to that brother.

[@TomB1988]

This "make it look like it did when it came off the truck. Heck, park it next to your dad's truck in the winter"

[@Chris03121957]

Have to agree with this. Don't mess with the best. Get those wheels cleaned up and the dings/dents repaired and enjoy the Honda magic...or you could swap in an H22A4 and...what am I saying?! Leave it alone. Please. :)

[@FCFordLord]

Alan Maier This one is kind of a rough example of a GSR. Rusted out, ratty. There are a lot cleaner, rust free, 2 door GSR's in my area.

[@evolutionglitch4739]

Alan Maier LSD!

[@jasonw7053]

Early integra type R's had 4 lugs, but I think they were 4x114.3 not 4x100 like regular integras. But you should keep this stock, do some sort of restoration.

[@ChrisRocha1672]

id say given that you already have a fast car in the fairmont just keep the gsr stock would be my opinion

[@Lauren_C]

Chris Rocha Fairmont for straight line drag racing. Integra for the twisting mountain roads. That said, just go bigger brakes, LSD, some restoration work and call it a day.

[@gonzamag23]

Thanks for the happy birthday Eric, keep the Integra stock. Aside from the cars value appreciating knowing that you're car will be one of the most rare cares in existence. It's a gem.

[@jdvaillancourt]

I agree with usmale47374. Keep the GSR stock. Repair or replace anything as needed with OE parts, I'd even go back to the stock manifold. Like you said, your car is a survivor. If you want to build an Integra, or even do a Type R clone, that's cool, but do it to a car that's already devalued.

[@batangisip89]

YAAAASSSS Type R Clone!!!! Bring this channel back to life!

[@atheywa]

Well, if you want everyone to hate you, you could go full on fast and furious with it, lowered with an eye melting paint job, loud fart can exhaust system, gigantic aluminum wing that does nothing but add drag and a kilowatt sound system with no sound deadening so the whole car shakes and pisses off the entire town.

[@Saber-2]

I'm in a similar position with my car. I don't see the value of these going up yet. But I really hope they do!! with n/a VTEC being phased out n' all now.. Nice to see such a car in good hands. A vicarious satisfaction.

[@theejoeylee]

Eric dont Type r clone it. Unless you want to gut it, put it on a rotisserie and spot weld all the seams. Even then it would ruin a good GSR , getting hard to get those. Mod a LS integra. Cheaper to get ahold of, and then you have the GSR for a real time benchmarking (same roads, temps, weather, same day even) to enjoy and compare to the progress of the "build" chassis. Just keep this one stock.You"ve waited soooo long for this car. Its special.

[@BoostedPastime]

It's the last year of production and you've got it all original, it's a collectors piece and it BELONGS IN A MUSEUM

[@TheBarzook]

Keep it stock and make it a classic. Even with some ITR add-on, it will never be one and wouldn't be a GSR anymore either.

[@mikek8089]

Keep it the way it is! Nobody has to tell you that it's a great ride as is! years ago I bought a 90 Integra, wish I still had it now! So fun to drive!!

[@jason-ge5nr]

Thats a beautiful car as it stands, loaded with class. Whatever you decide to do. I'm sure you are going into with eyes wide open. Fart can muffler wit whistle, and a bunch of stickers on the back window... Rice it up big boy. :)

[@jposse187]

I would do: - a nice set of coilovers and wheels. Something with fitment 16x8. The fenders look rusty so I wouldn't worry about rubbing or rolling them. - type r seats (red) - hid headlights / yellow high beams - front lip - debadge and replace only with Honda badges - aem short ram - double din DVD player and speakers Finished

[@fulano1969]

I would vote for keeping it stock. Just restore it.

[@trainsbangsandautomobiles824]

Well I've always said that its your car, do what you want. If you don't plan on selling it than any de-value won't matter. However, it seems you really enjoy the car as is and have a huge appreciation for it being a clean, stock, saviour car. It sounds like you already know what to do ;)

[@williamberger2178]

Keep that GSR just the way it is! You will always regret changing it. You can modify any old car to perform like a modern car, but what do you achieve? A hacked car that is still slower than a new Kia spectra. The car the people lust after is the unmolested ones.

[@Ulford]

I so agree with you.

[@viciousslayer]

agreed. its why some people run only bolt on mods. but if you dont mod it, where's the fun :^)

[@Alexsandrosla]

I agree with you, I think Eric should mod the fairmont and restore the gsr

[@williamberger2178]

When I was young I wanted to mod the cars of the 60's and 70's, but now we see the value of an original, or rare auto. The cars of the 90's are becoming the collectible ones. My father was involved in restoring car of the 20's 30's 40's and they became "classics". We cannot keep all the cars of of our past, but I really lament not keeping some of the cars I owned, especially in their stock form.

[@sic-]

Driving what was an ordinary car, that is kept original and ordinary is an experience in its own right. Nostalgia is strong and experiencing what things used to be like is very enjoyable. Very much keep it stock

[@jordanbrady5110]

have had. 2000 integra ls and a 1998 integra gs all stock no mods. but have seen a genuine 1999 type r that's been sitting behind a guys garage in the country for two years I think its about time I go make an offer miss my tegs so so much nothing compares

[@evolutionglitch4739]

Limited Slip Differential!!!!!

[@evolutionglitch4739]

get a quaif in there ASAP.

[@EpikacUnltd]

wavetrack lsd's are pretty affordable.

[@miscible21]

Keep it stock! Beautiful car dude. By the way, I just bought my first Honda after watching your videos for years. I get it now lol. Thanks for all the great content.

[@eaglevision505]

Stock, stock, stock. Fix everything, get original head unit. Will see you at the 90s-early 2000s Japanese-American car show in 10 years! :)

[@DanielRichards644]

Keep thinking that, only the super elite hondas (namely the NSX) have or will ever hold or increase in value, integras may be fun to drive but no hope of value increase.

[@YasumotoUS]

I can't imagine that value will really be of much concern with these things. Keeping them running in top, original condition should be the goal of owners. Integras are meant to be driven.

[@BluePlanetDrone]

Not true, he wanted this bc it was stock. And so do other people, I wouldn't even think of buying a car that someone has messed with / changed from stock.

[@CarManiac125]

you could do the conversion and keep the stock parts around when you decide to change it back. you know how many videos that can turn out and we all would watch cause your awesome

[@zpoppe]

Make a museum of inteqras

[@ejsrandomadventures]

Hey, it actually is my birthday, so thanks lol. I have had 3 Integras myself...a 90 RS, a 95 SE, and a 99 4 door GSR. Awesome cars, I'll always like them, after having owned them for 15 years. Please keep your GSR stock, make it and keep it as clean as possible. The Type R is a completely different animal. The entire chassis and frame on the Type R is completely different from the other Integras. Subbed for the GSR!

[@ejsrandomadventures]

Also, try and find an OEM optional lip kit, that would really set it apart. How's the head gasket on it? I have an almost complete OEM head gasket set (just missing the exhaust manifold gasket) if you'd be interested. I have a few other parts too

[@MrGrentch]

The chassis and frame are near identical on both. The differences being the R gets extra seam welding and a some thicker steel panels/plates in the rear.

[@messer7bc]

I love modifying cars and I do it now and then in my life. Although my daily is factory stock BMW 735i (e32). And I'd never touch it to change any detail. It's just this type of car, I don't know. Some cars, for some magic reason (probably totally subjective) should not be modified and their real awesomeness is in stock form. Just listen to your gut feeling and we already know what that is. You don't want to turn it into anything else than factory fresh, stock GSR, do you? ;) And btw, I think restoration of this small vehicle will make a good series of video episodes for a broad audience. Which, considering your previous videos, might be a good idea.

[@terrencebanton9080]

messer7bc another BMW 740il E38 owner here but it's not my daily driver though stock m62 4.4 v-8 282 hp/ 324 pounds of torque not bad for a 4200 pound car

[@messer7bc]

I used to have E34 540i with M60B40. Beautiful V8, but real pain in the a** to work under the hood, it's so tight there! ;)

[@terrencebanton9080]

messer7bc 90s model nice ride my favorite model 1992 BMW 840i best looking BMW ever but underappreciated

[@messer7bc]

Under appreciated? Look at the prices now. Sky rocketing as crazy. Unfortunatelly, since I totally agree those are really badass ;)

[@dijibarbol]

Hi Eric. Long time listener, first time caller. I own a 1995 GS-R. I bought it three years ago. It was 100% stock and had only 31,000 miles on it. No shit. A unicorn. It wasn't perfect. Some minor paint issues (small scratches), it had been in a very minor accident at one point, apparently the leather seats cracked while it was sitting for so many years and they were replaced with cloth ones, someone swapped in a Type R rear seat (but that mod is pretty cool), the transmission doesn't have the VIN tag (it is most certainly a GS-R trans though, all the RPMs at 80 mph), and there are crowbar scars at the top of the driver's door where someone once tried to jack it. I call them her "battle scars". At 10 feet, the car looks amazing. You have to get close to notice all the issues. I gave her a proper detail last summer and her Milano Red paint would make you swoon. instagram.com/p/BHH-YcWDdaF/ I bought the car because I am an autocrosser and this GS-R was to be my summer autocross sports car. I wrestled with the same issue that you are. What do I modify? What don't I modify? Do I leave it stock? Is it going to be worth something some day? After about a year of ownership, I finally had the courage to do what I wanted to do with my own car. A big rear sway and reinforcing plate from ASR. Replaced all suspension bushings and engine mounts with hardened rubber. Adjustable camber parts. Full suspension upgrade from Ground Control. Wider wheels and some Bridgestone Rival S tires. Hawk brakes and rotors and stainless steel brake lines. A very expensive alignment and corner weighting. I saved all of the original OEM parts that I took off (minus the crusty old bushings). Did I ruin that cushy luxury ride? You bet I did! Does my car handle like a dream? Oh my god yes. Do I need a limited slip diff now? You better believe it. :) I enjoy my car more now than when I first bought it. The indecision, the worrying about "ruining" it, all gone. This car was meant to be driven. You know exactly what that feel is. The cornering with a wishbone suspension is amazing. Rev that VTEC engine until it sounds like it's going to fly apart, then rev it some more because you aren't at red line yet. There's nothing like it. I guess the question is: how long do you intend to keep the car? From the sound of it, you are not going to let this one go. If you plan on keeping it AND driving it, why not mod it? Turn it into a Type R clone. You are fully capable of doing so. If you wan't to restore it, to preserve value, you are in the business of preserving a car. That means that you have to stop driving it so much. You can now only bring it out for the occasional Sunday drive. I tell you Eric, that is no way for an Integra to live. You have other options as well. You could mod it for performance without doing the Type R cloning, much like I have done. Use quality aftermarket parts (but you know that). Maybe just do the Type R chassis stiffening/reinforcing (a lot of work, for sure) and the suspension/brake parts swap. Leave the engine/trans/ecu as the stock GS-R. You'd get all the chassis performance and that might be all you need, saving you thousands of dollars as well. Maybe you get the chassis part done and after a year or two, decide that you want to go full out and swap the Type R drive train in. Go nuts, man! You have many options here. I'd advise against preserving the car as an investment, only because it's my impression that you actually want to drive it. If you're going to put the time and money into restoring it, improve it as well. Honda's of this era are like Lego. Easy to swap in better OEM parts. Once you change out the squishy, "tuned for luxury" parts, it becomes the amazing sports car that it was meant to be. If you are still worried about future value, then don't mod the engine. The rest of the car is easy as pie to put back to stock.

[@ignacio2013abc]

keep it stock. no need to mess with a good thing.

[@SixerIverson04]

I have a 2006 Acura TSX that I bought used last year and I love it. I bought with 109,492 miles and right now it has 118k miles since I drive it everyday except on the weekends.

[@ilj5000]

Hi Eric ;) You "could" keep it stock... But is that really what you think about when you drive it at night? Food for thought.

[@automatic_jp7498]

Eric this is awesome! I'd leave it stock. I'm currently working on restoring an abused 1994 Prelude VTEC and have been debating keeping it stock or giving it more power. Maybe cars of this time should remain stick because you can enjoy what Honda used to be. I'm really excited to see what you do with it and I hope to see some more videos soon. I wish I could have a day where we could work on cars. There would be so much to learn! A great experience with one of my favorite KZbinrs. Best of luck Eric! Stay Dirty!

[@mixflip]

leave it stock. keep it rare.

[@Mark-nu9ch]

In my opinion, keep it more-or-less stock. I had the purple GSR. Loved it! Unfortunately, like many of the other commenters have pointed out... I was young, stupid, and did dumb modifications to it. Wish I had kept it stock and appreciated the rare color. Sold it with some stupid "ricer" mods and bought a 5spd 240SX SE which I also loved but learned my lesson and kept it stock. Had that 240 for 13 years, but just wasn't suited for midwest winters and not getting to work was not an option.

[@rowanmarriott6048]

keep it stock as new

[@daviewavie112]

I recently bought a stock 1998 green/tan gsr. Condition is almost similar to yours, not as clean on the outside, but still not bad. Same rust spots. Mine has 148k miles on it. Burns a little oil, especially when I hit vtec, but it’s not leaking at all. I got new summer tires for it n then that’s when the issue list started. Found out one of the lug slugs was stripped and the shop quoted me at $200 for new hub/bearing assembly. Ended up doing it myself with a hub puller. Next issue is I realized the parking brake doesn’t work. But when I had the rear jacked up I realized it’s not just the ebrake it’s the rear brakes in general that don’t work. I watched your video on repairing seized rear caliper pistons. That’s my next project. Also After that every time it rains I get a small puddle in the bottom of my trunk where the spare tire is. I thought it was coming from the antenna which is stuck in the up position and is missing the nut that seals the opening. But it must be from the rear window drainage, not sure. Anyway, I enjoy your videos and I like to see the progress you’re making with the gsr

[@Kodard69]

CLEAN IT UP!

[@robinshoroscope]

Let me start out by saying I've been watching your channel since 2012. I liked cars, didn't know too much about them. I owned two Civic Si's, one 1992 and one 2007, and I was just about to go to school for my level 1 Automotive ticket. So when I happened to come across your channel, and find out you were a honda guy, I subscribed and have watched every one of your videos ever since. Your video from years ago on the breakdown of an engine and what all the parts do taught me so much stuff I didn't know at that point. SO TO THE POINT I think the replicated Type R would be the way to go IF you had a whooole bunch of money to spend on it. And I mean doing everything right. Same engine, same trim, same interior, same everything. If you're not doing all that then why bother. So, I think the actual right way to go is doing the stock GSR. It'll be cheap as balls for you and the car looks like it's in pretty good shape to begin with. Ya, it'll be slightly less cool, I guess, but you're absolutely right about it holding its value, plus there really is nothing like a nice, unmodified, classic sports car

[@SnowNinja]

finally not a fairmont video, been waiting for a Japanese related video for awhile now!

[@PorscheRacer14]

I'd say keep it stock, fix up the rust and things like that. Also, a factory radio from a Legend or Vigor is nice and would fit well :)

[@ageofsagittarius]

Leave it alone. Clean it up and go with it.

[@04dram04]

One of my favorite things about the integra, is its interior space and head room. I own a fiat abarth 500 now, and it feels way more cramped, even though its has significantly more interior volume

[@brokenboltgarage3505]

Its rare to find a stock Integra, keep it stock

[@FCFordLord]

FiveStarStreetMachines Must be your area - Mine is loaded with stock Integra's that are in better condition than this one.

[@craigsawyer6453]

Please up grade the beaks. I want to do that to my Integra and would love some direction. And an LSD would help with torque steer. It is your car make it you. My car puts a smile on my face every day, I love the way it handles. I am not saying you should go crazy, but really, it is your ride do what would make you happy... It is smiles per mile not about dollars. I live in California and see GSR,s every day, they are not all that rare. I know you don't hurt for video material but I for one would enjoy watching your gurney.

[@thebeuks1]

keep original, do a video on wheel refurbing

[@DENicholsAutoBravado]

That was my first thought about the wheels.

[@brunolima2921]

Make it absolutely spotless and show us the process !

[@wheelerdealer7098]

stick the Fairmont engine in it

[@stewart4295]

wheeler dealer the Honda Fairmont

[@CaptainRudy4021]

Eva Gillies that'd be a sight to see

[@Daemione]

A couple (literally 2) choice Type R parts would transform the car's performance... the rear sway bar for handling, and the transmission for the LSD & better gear ratios. It'll be measurably better, and won't lose any value. Then do as everyone else is saying - wheel cleanup, fender rust, etc.

[@maxdrelinger]

Don't do it, restore it. Type Rs are cool but finding a stock a GSR is impossible.

[@EDHBlvd]

Max Drelinger right. Stock is the way to go. Doing the same with my Volvo V70R with a 6-speed manual. Preserve it.

[@carhead9397]

I'm older than you. and grew up in a time we tended to not like foreign cars. that said , i like your videos and will watch what ever you work on. I am a hot rodder and always want to change my cars and trucks. so go for it .

[@kmath50]

I would keep it stock. Too many of these were butchered to be street racers.

[@abcwarrior91]

Street ricer*

[@AC-ym8qf]

I've been a Honda fan since i was 3 years old. I'm 22 now and i love all 80s 90s Honda/Acuras. there's a lot of factory "add-ons" in the "JDM" world that can really transform the look and feel of a car but still be stock in a way. Hondas in Japan are really incredible and they do sooooo much to them. sort of the way Ford mustang with Roush. Honda has spoon and Mugen. the Mugen integra type r is incredible and is AWD!!! using what looks to be a CR-V rear subframe with diff and "b" series transmission.

[@gutterrashautomotive3361]

Type R clone! May not be as financially responsible, but modifying cars is meant to be about putting a smile on your face. If it was a Type-R I'd say restore, but it's not... Btw would greatly appreciate it if any of you guys could check out my Integra build and subscribe :)

[@bastianfromkwhbsn8498]

Nice one, Eric. I believe you're back on your good old track!

[@Digital__rb]

Put a Honda Ridgeline V6 in it and make it RWD

[@ceescorner]

I just got a 97 4 door gsr and i was going to leave it stock but it was an auction car that had a salvaged titled due to a theft. No other damage on car besides faded hood paint and a solid 88k miles. I plan on modding it for track days. Tasteful suspension, wheel, tires, and brakes. No real engine mods besides intake amd exhaust.

[@RedDirtWrenching]

To Everyone saying keep it stock. Yes it's a gsr, yes it will hold value better if he keeps it stock, but will it be fun to drive? I think you should lightly mod it , eventually turbo or build the motor. Keep all the stock parts and you'll be fine. If it were a type r I would say restore it and keep it stock indefinitely.

[@Koshunae]

Eric, your knowledge and love of Acuras and GSR's is very similar to mine and Rangers. My dream is a crew cab ranger from Mexico.

[@Whosetosay]

It's been in a front end accident

[@edgarcor93]

I bought a acura teg LS 1992 1.8 none-v tech,all original never been mess with n it's clean,so well built n put together

[@weatherme3]

Leave. It. Stock.

[@1717jbs]

A good problem to have. I really enjoyed the discussion. Looking forward to more.

[@MrReefurcheefur]

I say pull the gsr and swap in the K20a type r

[@timdulan]

yes, suspension, chassis bracing, brakes, I think you'll be perfectly happy. without touching the engine. you have that sweet Fairmont for that!

[@manwitbeard6341]

TRACK CAR please!!!!!!

[@zensterful]

The fact that it has a 5speed manual, its a keeper in my opinion!!!!!!

[@MrMundher44]

actually today is my birthday thanks eric i love your channel

[@lewisflynn7018]

5 lug, bigger accord brakes, fix paint and get a type-r style wing & paint it silver, get chassis stiffening parts, and keep the stock parts to make it look original/factory again.

[@NGH99999]

I vote for a complete restoration. That retains its value, and it'll still be a blast to drive in stock form. What a gorgeous car.

[@bustingbmw1891]

the way you talk with passion about it ,your heart is telling you keep it stock. Give it a good once over replace ,clean etc better to keep what you love than regret mods .

[@vt-kl2xe]

the idea of making it a clean stock car is the best! I really like this car, is an iconic model of honda.

[@taelorwatson9822]

I remember in the 90s when fwd 1/4 mile cars were much more popular, this place I knew would do swaps and upgrades to the engines. So I would say, perhaps bore it out and see how much power you can make out of it. Make it as much of a sleeper as you can. The paint is beautiful. Update the suspension and power. Leave it looking close to how it is. Put in a nice double din stereo replace the speakers with say some Focal speakers put in a Precision Power 5 Channel Amp and 10 Woofer with a small box for some fun sounds.

[@cyrussteele9362]

I'd say keep it stock, and do what you said about the teardown and rebuilding with your eyes closed, (on second thought maybe just PP vision). The thing I enjoy the most about the Fairmont series, besides my memories of riding between my parents in my dad's '79 fairmont as child; is seeing the car be taken completely apart, and seeing the process to build the car from the ground up. The only thing that would make me enjoy the fairmont videos more, would be if you were tricking out a Dodge Dakota (since I have one). I feel that a series of videos that goes through the restoration of every individual system would be not only entertaining but would be a massive benefit for any DIYers owning that particular car. Well that's my two cents worth anyway.

[@dropinbiking92]

Eric I hope you get this comment. I also have quite a few years experience with the DA and DC Integras. I agree that they were some of the best cars honda ever made. My first piece of advice, would be to have that car sent out and inspected for rust and repaired. Have them take a look at that previous front end repair and make sure things are 100%. You even said it looked like a botched repair, and from my eyes, the paint and colour match is terrible. Once the rust is fixed, it's a matter of maintenance. Maybe use this car as an example of "bolt on" parts and how they CAN affect a vehicle. Bolt on a thick rear sway bar, and maybe some new bushings, and you would have yourself an autocross monster. Whatever your plans with the Integra, I'll be sticking around to see it! The only way to ruin this car would be to cut it up, or swap it, or start installing useless aftermarket parts (rims, wing, lip kits, etc)

[@bozgaming333]

Type R clone would be a lot of fun to watch and enjoy the experience. I would enjoy seeing you upgrade the suspension and braking customizing the Integra to really make her your own. A stock GSR would be a boring museum piece meant to sit on display. A type r clone would be fun to watch you work on and even more fun to drive.

[@splice247]

the brakes are size are found on a lot of larger hondas at the time, but the st knuckle is the same as a crv of the time, 5 lug, same brakes, but use larger 36mm axles, or you can swap the hubs for 32mm hubs

[@akifhossain2618]

Keep it as it is, slight clean modifications and a nice stereo. Wheels and detailing.

[@tonysantosuosso6178]

Hi Eric. I think having it restored to factory with the engine given a birthday would be the right decision. Too many modified Honda's out there. You have a piece of Honda history there that should be preserved.

[@spenceronni7]

If I were in your position, I would do things to stiffen the chassis, suspension, put bigger brakes on, 5 lug conversion, etc that the Type R had done to it, but I would leave it looking like a GSR. Youll have the originality of your GSR, with the driving experience of the Type R. You can always go back to the stock parts if you keep them. I would leave the factory paint and all of the cosmetics on it the way it was when it left the factory. Think of it as a "hidden Type R".

[@alexrobidoux2062]

My first car was a 1990 Integra 4 Doors loved it. Got a Civic after then a Corolla GTS but then i went back to Integras and own 3 for 10 years total. LOVE 'EM! I own a 08 G35 Now and even though it's totally superior in every single way I still miss my Integra.