Why Everyone Wants a STOCK 90's Honda Civic: EK Hatch

[@Nizheadgaming]

We all low key waiting for that one grandma to put one up for sale, cheap and clean

[@focalpolyglass7337]

What if the grandma is the one in Golf GTI commercial bro

[@MNJLLC]

Been watching a super clean Acura type s a old lady has near me…. Dumb clean 👀

[@jeremyjmontoya]

I just sold mine to a friend for $1k... with 330k on the odometer.

[@mikeymike2552]

Worked at an acura dealership. 4 door '00 GSR. Old lady owned. Was well under 100k. Garage kept. Supermarket, church and pharmacy driven. This one service advisor was constantly up her ass about it everytime she came in.

[@volt6008]

@Yeehaw wouldn’t call that a deal Lmao! Those clapped out tin cans has always been going for 0-1500$.

[@vernonprasad3866]

You're right about the enjoyment of a stock civic! They're more of a driver's car, without the technology to take over. Was lucky enough to find a manual 99' coupe last year. Always fun to drive!

[@OldStyleGarage]

Thinking of getting this 1999 I think it’s ek stock civic sedan off my mate for $1,000 Australian dollars is there any issues you’ve had with you’re civic since owning it for a while

[@vernonprasad3866]

@wheresmycardudee No issues, but I've done brakes, clutch, plugs and fuel pump (for peace of mind). If you can get it, go for it!! They're a lot of fun.

[@kvu1408]

Just sold my 2018 Mustang, bought a 1996 Civic EK hatch in exact same colour to get me from A to B. Love it!

[@politanos2k]

Stock and clean 90's civic always break necks no matter what. It's just a good looking model. It's simple and not over done, i miss my 99 ex coupe. That car was fun not a lot of power but fun

[@danepaulsen367]

I've owned my 99 EK Civic for nearly 13 years now, I'll never sell it🤩 Regards from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@7eamGhast]

Picked one up last year, it has been such a joy to work on and modify, I've been mainly buying used parts and everything to bring it back to 100% completely stock. I scored a set of first generation ADVAN RG in white, hopefully getting the tires mounted today. The car is slow but that is what makes it fun to drive "fast".

[@alexchavez3244]

I want to lift mine up

[@Jesko_VRS]

Some coilovers, semi's and hardrace goodies and it feels faster, or at least sporty.

[@OldStyleGarage]

Thinking of buying this 1999 I think it’s ek stock civic sedan from my mate for $1,000 aud runs and drives 260 thousand kilometres is it a good buy?

[@martbach]

Man, I miss my EK1 sold it for 3500 in 2017 and it was B18C1 swapped, I regret selling it to this day

[@user-ej4to4we5l]

I feel that man. Especially with the rise in prices for even a D Series

[@johndc2998]

Gsr was like 800-1000 bucks then, now 2500 :( ​@@user-ej4to4we5l

[@johndc2998]

Type r 4000-7000, even a d16 that used to be given for free or 50 bucks etc is like 400.

[@B17714]

One of the more quality Honda review channels. Quality sound, videography, and always reviewing gems.

[@Davojo]

Bought one a couple months ago, i'm the second owner, completely stock and no rust only a little on the trunk door and 130.000 kilometers on the clock! It's one of my dream cars and i'm so happy with it! Also easy to work on.

[@Scheltokeeper]

Bought a 1996 Civic EK3 1,5iLS VTEC in dark amethyst pearl this year. Completely stock and in good condition. Close to 190.000 kilometers on it. I'm the 2. owner. First one was a old lady. The car is great! Power windows, roof and mirrors, air condition. 114 hp. Smooth and comfy ride. I will keep it stock.

[@rcrallyevox918]

I own a mint 1.5 LS and I love it, No mods other then some springs, I don't think I could ever want anything else.

[@danhalsey3977]

Here in the UK most surviving EK's are high milers and rusted. Ive just picked up a '98 1.4i with 55'000 miles, same elderly owner fro 20 yrs. It's for my son as a 1st car and to learn in. Its a pleasure to drive and so comfortable, mechanically amazing and loads of extras

[@JoshHitti]

Buying a ‘97 EK from the original owner next week with

[@autotrader24agswitzerland]

Hi I'm from Switzerland, and I just bought a total stock Civic 1.6 VTI EK4 with 160 hp in white with only 13'000 miles, all original! Only one owner car, born in 1931. I paid a lot, but if something like this comes up, I think every penny is worth it.

[@felolininotise4116]

Just bought one for myself ek1 GX1 1999 one owner its an 85 year old lady nd its a great car love it so much

[@nozzerjuice]

You're making me want to sell my 2017 civic hatch and buy a 90s civic.

[@7eamGhast]

Picked up a 99 hatch last year. Also had a 370z which I sold recently just because I have so much fun with the Civic. Then a few months later my buddy just got a b18c integra 95, and his brother traded in his Supra to get an s2000. There is just something about driver feedback and feeling, you cant get with new cars. Now we cruise the old schools, our wives don't get it, but that is the fun in a project right?

[@dead_fox]

I've always appreciated stock 90's civics, they so cool and fun in their stock form too. I drive a 98 civic coupe since I couldnt get a hatchback, but to be honest I've fallen in love with it, and instead of focusing on performance I've been focusing on restoring it and properly maintaining it, it's relatively easy and more affordable compared to other cars I think, and I've learned a lot working on it. I owned a turbo golf before and while those care great and lightweight, theyre more delicate cars and I couldnt keep up with the maintenance since I'm on a thight budget rn. I had fun modifying and generally building my old car, but I'm enjoying my honda a lot.

[@jlopez0710]

I had a 2002 Honda Civic Canadian model. I named her Sugar since she was that nice tan/gold color. Bare bones car manual windows, locks, no AC but man did she take care of me. I would blast down the highway at 90 mph and she could handle it no problem. She was my home for a short time. I will forever love that car.

[@dylancocuzza7270]

My biggest flex is buying a bone stock ef hatch last year for 900 usd

[@arcticgamingarctic9638]

Im about to get a ej9 as my first car in a few days with only 160k kms. Its has full service history, no rust and the paint still looks great. After this video im even more excited now. I cant wait to pick it up

[@endercozy9578]

Me wanting a 96 accord sedan 4 door. After I sold me, I wish never did. The car runs like a clock, drives nice, and very economical with gas.

[@Swaet_47]

I have a 96 that I wanna get rid of for a civic , honestly it’s a nice car besides the fact that the previous owner bought it but never fixed it so I’m left with restoring her

[@2_2_4_3]

I'm buying one this weekend. 2 or 3K EG. Keeping it stock. Only thing I'm doing is lowering 1.5 inches.

[@teoandersson2622]

That’s nice, I bought an ek3 with 114xxxKm 3rd owner fully stock I’ve got the key from the dealer back in 98 quite happy:)

[@MerlinLaan2002]

Nicee man! 114k, dammm.. mine have 290k 1.5 vtec e and still running perfect

[@Deacon-ml4ic]

That Civic is a total gem 💎 Clay. Awesome video as usual.

[@adamslim4937]

Owned a '97 EK1 last year with 300,000 on the clock. Written off when a guy ran into my side. Miss it so much

[@dpontes98]

Grabbed a stock 96 dx here in America this summer, certainly not as clean as that one quite a bit miles on her. One of the best decisions I've made, even with the auto transmission, the double wishbone suspension makes it so fun to flick around corners 😄! Honestly sometimes I feel like I'm having more fun driving fast in a slow car rather than fast in a fast car

[@dpontes98]

Not to mention the daily drivablilty I deliver with this car and get up to 40 mpg on the highways and super low maintainance

[@Livemusic1800]

I have a 1996 ek hatchback. Was my first car I bought back in yr 2011 for 1,400$ Repainted it battleship grey/scion Grey color. Its hard to let go plan on keeping it its just a good memory to me.

[@sherwinmarlin2782]

A near perfect car. I daily a 99 Ek hatch. Have had multiple people approach me wanting to buy it, or race me...lol. Handling is amazing 👏 🙌

[@Noizee76]

i cant believe its that old and has club permit plates on this one car. when i was in school every cool kid has one of these.

[@davidt3196]

What a score! The classic ad: 1 lady owner driven to the post office on Tuesday and church on Sunday. The one in a hundred that's actually true.

[@aerzamezame9751]

You should do more reviews on the "non Type R" counterparts of each Honda Civic generation. E.g, 8th Gen Honda Civic FD1 (R18A1)

[@harshivjotsingh8073]

Found my Mrs a 96 gli auto with 72,000kms in dark amethyst Pearl and it's such a beaut. Planning to restore the paint in near future and it'll be basically back to it's stock glory. Intend to keep it stock until she gets her full license and planning to only do handling mods. With 450kms on a full tank, it's been a breeze dailying it. Yes it's underpowered and yes my Mrs never rings it out but I'm happy to say that this EK will probs become a granny spec car because she intends to keep it that way forever. I've love to appreciate the stockness of it and it's such a nugget that we intend to maintain preserve the way Honda meant it to be.

[@crazyplayer5927]

Is it still fun in the auto? I've been thinking about getting the auto for daily driving but heard that it is sluggish and that it is best to just get the manual. (I drive commute in stop and go traffic in the city) Would you recommend the auto?

[@harshivjotsingh8073]

@@crazyplayer5927 nothing beats a manual Honda from the 90s. Yes the auto is sluggish but the handling still makes it very enjoyable. My wife still prefers automatic, we live in inner Sydney so for her manual is too much work, constant gear changing is not enjoyable to her. If you're dailying it, it'll be easier to find a cleaner and cheaper granny spec auto EK than a manual. Enjoy the auto for a bit, if you like it as a daily then keep on driving it, otherwise manual swapping one isn't that hard or too expensive. Plus if you upgrade your daily EK down the line for a different car, you now have an auto EK to do a K/H/B swap (or maybe an EV/hybrid swap lol). Our civic has done 8000kms in its first year (daily driven) and that means it's gonna take until 2034 to hit 180ks. I think it's definitely worth finding a cleaner, low km car if you're gonna add more kms to it.

[@crazyplayer5927]

@@harshivjotsingh8073 thanks for the input, finding a clean auto does sound pretty good then manual swapping it if my area changes. All the manual EKs are double the price of the clean auto ones, I also live in inner Sydney, I only use my auto golf mk7 to go to and from school (15 mins) and then for longer drives on the weekend. Even though I don’t commute that much in stop and go traffic, do u still recommend the auto just for now or will it be worth it to just spend a couple extra grand and get the manual?

[@harshivjotsingh8073]

@@crazyplayer5927 personally I would save up the money and get a manual, in my wife's case it had to be automatic. That said you're not wrong about the prices of manual eks. ATM eg prices even for clean auto ones is going up. In a couple of years the same is probs gonna happen to ek prices. If you can save up soonish then definitely go for a manual otherwise I'd get a nice Auto gli and start buying manual swap bits slowly

[@Metalodeath]

There’s just something about Honda from the 90s I really miss when Honda was producing these kinds cars I haven’t liked Honda since 2001 haven’t liked the styling models or anything my favorite Honda Is definitely the early 90s honda civic hatch. If only I would have bought one of these over this damn Mercedes! Lol It’s just so simply and reliable and still looks so good 😊

[@tiagofigueiredo2529]

I have a 1996 EK3 Honda Civic Sedan (European model) all stock with 322k km on the clock and it keeps on "ticking". I don't want another car other than this one, or another one like it, or another one... 😅🤣 (I love EK's) Oh, and I have all 3 keys, the two black ones and the red one inside it's original box, and the owners manual and original Honda book grey case. 👍

[@masterjack8222]

got mine 1996 hatch version since 2011, had a bunch of cars before, never chanced since I own it. 320Kkm. is in the process of complete overhaul since I'm not planning of changing it anytime soon. my father had a luxury opel insignia, it was so much crap reliability and repairs cost that It convinced me to keep my hatch till it dies. even if it dies ill swap it with the same engine. the simplicity of ek3 cannot be surpassed with any modern crap.

[@geoffwright9570]

I know someone who's got a S plate one of the these it's still in good condition and used as a daily driver even with it's high mileage.

[@knolez1546]

I got the same one for 500 bucks here on the Goldy. It's red but it needs clear coat repair. It's great

[@tonyd7164]

Picked up a 2000 EK With a/c, power steering and manual transmission. Bone stock in silver but plenty of dents and faded paint. I have lots of bodywork and paint to do. Putting big brakes and suspension on it with better wheels and leaving the motor stock.

[@EmeraldZea]

Such a good introduction clip, my friend!

[@soren_prod]

I got an EJ1 coupe last year, honestly the only thing cooler to me is the EK. I just can't get over the rear look. Those tail lights are like no other

[@henriquemangia4860]

A friend of mine just moved to NZ and bought one, very cool!

[@Snake_47]

Just bought my first car, 98 model, auto, 3rd owner, still got red key, 140xxx kms cheering

[@Relaxingsounds-ng6xz]

My 08 wrangler blow the engine. Bought a 95 civic sedan and realized how much I missed my old 93 civic hatch

[@JZXVecca]

I got a stock 96 ek hatch auto gli for $2.5k I bought it as a beater daily and I can really see why people love these things, if only mine was manual and had vtec

[@max.racing]

When u have no vtec you have an EJ like me.

[@7eamGhast]

@@max.racing Picked up a 99 CX (EJ) last year, first Honda and I feel like I've been missing out, these are ridiculously easy to work on. Even sold my Z recently because I wasn't driving it, and I cant believe how much fun I'm having with sun an underpowered car. It has a little sub in the back so I just cruise with the tunes. I get the honda brand loyalty know, it all makes sense.

[@deezy128]

I got a stock 97 honda civic lxi, not the best condition, but for $600 I'm pretty happy, now tryna get it road legal and then the goal is to make it look better 💯

[@d15z1sux]

Honda Civic EG used to be a little posh when they were new because of having power windows and velour seats 😂.

[@sampuhhupmas5666]

I'm buying one tomorrow. It's in rough shape, runs on 3 cylinders, assorted creaks and noises, but it's the cheapest one in the whole country and not a complete rustbucket.

[@coolasfishing]

I’m in NZ and have one so similar, it’s an all stock (minus head unit) EK1 civic LXI in toreador red, 154000ks and facotory manual, I’m the 3rd owner. They’re awesome little cars, I’ve since put a type r style wing and some DHS wheels on it. Love to see a video like this on a stock civic, just a timeless design and like you say so much fun to drive, just cruising around town with all the little rattles of seat belts and road noise from the small amount of sound dampening make the drive super unique and makes you very connected to the car. Thanks for the video 🔥

[@Aaron1875]

Same here, a NZ new manual EK1 Hatchback. Such an awesome little car. The only 2 things I don't like are the steering wheel (huge diameter and too thin), and the seats are to high with bugger all support.

[@coolasfishing]

@@Aaron1875 yea you’re right man, an aftermarket steering wheel and ek4 or other seats will make a huge difference. Only thing I don’t like is the boot must be opened with key or lever on floor each time, (no handle on the boot) just little things honestly, otherwise the car has every feature you could want and so simple

[@Aaron1875]

Yeah the boot release thing annoys me as well, interestingly my old 2006 Civic was the same.I've been on the lookout for EK4 seats but nothing has shown up for sale in Chch for ages.

[@coolasfishing]

@@Aaron1875 I saw some ek4 seats in akl, decided to pass on them but I reckon that’ll be a mod in the future if more come up for sale.

[@Deacon-ml4ic]

It took me a while but I found one unmolested. All the guy did was put the Sir interior. Stock D15Z non vtec and it's a 1999 . These cars kept original are a gem

[@MrLs1986]

Love the Honda's and the historic. Thank you 👍🏾. Well presentation 💯

[@adamcraig8253]

Buying one Saturday off work colleague, 46,000miles and at mates rates at £1300!

[@TndPnyRCofficial]

Well I bought an EJ8/EK coupe for USD $1800. Although has some scuffs, but I never regretted it

[@PlanetautoUK]

Whack some wheels on and it delights like no other - we have ej9 with an induction kit, BBS wheels and 89bhp and it’s cool as

[@jasonreyes6830]

I just traded my 2014 civic si, for a 97 ek hatch bone stock, all original parts matching vin on the fenders 180k miles

[@SiQuemaCuhh]

Want one but I don’t have a garage. Sucks you can’t have nice things without worrying about it getting broken into or stolen

[@proactivefiresafety954]

Love 90/00 Hondas ❤. Love my 2000 Civic SiR 🇨🇦

[@musicmusic6788]

Reminds me so much of the 2018-2023 Kia rio hatch

[@max.racing]

Bought my EJ9 from 1996 for 1200 bucks last year in my neighboor village. 🙏 Had 86k km on the clock and was for sale like 2 month and nobody bought it. Really an lucky thing for me. :D

[@max.racing]

Looking forward to make a minime swap.

[@max.racing]

With original red Honda Key. :D

[@rhysabela7003]

thats why im sticking with a D16Y4 engine but ill buy another couple of engines of the same type for my ek1 but one engine ill heavily modify

[@Hondafan_tin]

Back to 2006 when I was living in Adelaide, those civic EK CXI worth nothing and I can get one from gumtree like $1000 to $1500

[@broganhogan3469]

I miss mine everyday. Unless it’s automatic, I don’t think I’ve ever found a non-modified/clapped out version for sale out there

[@anarke626]

I have a 99 All stock and I love it.

[@so1667]

Bro these civics are amazing!! 👏 😮

[@SamslamminCars]

Stock or D-series in general makes you work for that speed but it is very rewarding.. Went B20 for now on my EF & EG hatches. Good review!!

[@raferut2088]

This makes me think of my EJ1 I bought from the original owner all original keys valet key service logs dealership book, keychain Honda care many rare stuff. Original fog lights spoiler lip stock wheel caps literally like it just came out of the dealership. 😆

[@siwood22]

I've got a 96 ek vtir in g82p. I'm the second owner since new. Cars garaged undercover for the rest of its life.

[@2_2_4_3]

It's meant to be driven. Wtf bro

[@siwood22]

@@2_2_4_3 it's gets out, done 120km the whole of 2021

[@TeamEmperor1]

Had 2 ek4 and then a ek9 which I had to sell cause I left the Uk to go to australia. Still miss it 😢

[@mastermind_4610]

I want a stock civic hb to install a new engine k20 or k23 ! Is it posible guys???

[@jonramos7120]

That car is a gem

[@GeoDudeCollects]

Wow had no idea there's a GLi model. Subbed!!!

[@peterkirgan2921]

Hi clay this is a lovely example I have one the same auto sedan Cyprus Green pearl 1997 never parting with it😊

[@crazyplayer5927]

Is it still fun in the auto? I've been thinking about getting the auto for daily driving but heard that it is sluggish and that it is best to just get the manual. (I drive commute in stop and go traffic in the city) Would you recommend the auto?

[@ShaggyEP_]

I got a 02 ep3 si I currently did coilovers and new control arms billet aluminum control arms on the rear new and thicker anti sway bars .. the suspension set just lowered a tad bit nothing to wild and I've also bought a 98 ek ex coupe for dirt cheap that's my daily now.. I'd like to swap that old slow k20a3 and get rid of it. Or just buy a k20a2 head and clone the block into a a2

[@BlackyBrownDestruction9337]

I wish there were more parking spaces where I live, I would've bought more hondas. It's a investment to flip to make money

[@timothytang3739]

I forgot I had one in storage, silver GLI same condition except 100,000ks more QLD

[@Hirsch9867]

I was lucky enough to just find a 1998 dx had, roma red, 1 owner, 65k miles completely stock. Let me tell you. It doesnt feel real, keep looking, you'll find one too

[@BCJ1.5.10]

I’m trying to get o e for my 15 bday so it can be my first car cause I’ve been wanting one ever since I was 9

[@GIXXRBRAH750]

I’m picking up a ek similar colour bone stock guys father and he died and gave it to his sons had it it’s auto but I’ll get a manual conversion for it the only downfall is 300k kms Bit of faded paint

[@phodinkum]

I need you to a video on my EK Civic. It's stock and in better condition than this and still has the original red Honda key still in it's packet!

[@Unknownmanufacturer]

Cyprus green 🔥

[@adybuddy4807]

Thanks for your video's! I really appreciate 🙏 I own the Ek4 B16

[@LukBacca]

great vid keep it up and ur channel will blowup

[@reggierizaev]

Bus size steering wheel with no leather , soft seats like grandma's couch, plastic light shifting knob , awful siting position , and let's not forget about the armrest that is so hard and far back 😅 and how noisy.... But still the car my heart! ❤️

[@legend_yt4584]

legit just bought a 97 ek hatch

[@jeremylarson9102]

Thats why I own a bone stock 98 4banger accord f23 vtec

[@Raphcoll]

I know of one in Melbourne with 55000kms on the clock. You would think it rolled off the showroom floor last week!

[@mdrc3288]

Not everything is about being quick and hammer down track times.🙂👆This is a great car that made to last for ever!!! With cheap basic maintenance it`s going to live for another 20-30 years.They deserve respect as much as a 2024 car and it will serve for a life time for sure.😉👌

[@_bermuda]

Great video Clay.

[@k1ortia]

Damm i miss mine, Tahitian green, Ek 1.4i , 34,000 mile 2 owner from new

[@Jo_Wardy]

A stock Ek civic coupé hatch what a dream sadly Japanese cars like the ek civic are taken and its sad but they get the ol ricer treatment Rip

[@v2.ryxz.]

I got one for 2k and It needs a little bit of work all stock 138k miles

[@anthonypararajasingham]

Same power as my 2020 GK5 Jazz.

[@KKDriver]

About to go get one tomorrow for 3k (in my area that’s cheap) also starting a new job so wish me luck! Edit: got the car and quit the job. Getting a new job soon💀 I’m trying to get carbon parts to replace the side mirrors, hood and hatch. I need to replace a few engine components or swap it for a k20(my ideal engine for “mo powa”)

[@bapewrld2k601]

i just bought an 98 ek1 yesterday im so hyped to start modding it

[@dvljt11]

Love your videos bro

[@jonramos7120]

Nice intro 🤙🏼

[@kos5120]

Stock 90s JDM cars are hard to come by these days. Most are all riced out!

[@fmifu4100]

Stock is the way, anyone can butcher a clean honda. Not many have the persistence to keep it OEM

[@victorwilks88]

i need a EK in my life

[@ryanyeethegifted]

Clean beautiful car

[@delta2080]

Bro just glazing the whole time 😂

[@wilfreddiazvellon7896]

Bro super niceee car,I wish I have one.