Regular Car Reviews: 2014 Honda Civic Si

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  • Опубліковано 26 кві 2015
  • Honda again. The Si is all North America has. Yes there's a Type-R coming...maybe. For now, this Civic Si stands as the gold standard by with all affordable sport economy cars measure themselves.
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  • @CMFL77
    @CMFL77 7 років тому +1368

    I had a "09 Si 4-door. Absolutely loved it...which is exactly why my non-manual-driving ex-wife took it in my divorce.

  • @johnnywatts8232
    @johnnywatts8232 9 років тому +615

    The Honda Civic Si is a car for the family man who refuses to give up track days, and wants to have a warranty and rock solid reliability. Ask me how I know (I own a 2014 sedan).

    • @emoya319
      @emoya319 9 років тому +19

      Yes. This is the best comment I've read so far.

    • @1MotoXRacer1
      @1MotoXRacer1 9 років тому +2

      John Hoo (lets kiss)

    • @sbauroth
      @sbauroth 9 років тому +14

      John Hoo That would be me to the T.
      41 years old. Wife + Kid. I just bought a 2015 Si sedan. It's the perfect car for me.

    • @johnnywatts8232
      @johnnywatts8232 9 років тому +2

      Macht Schnell wife and kid here too. But 27.

    • @flippercon84
      @flippercon84 9 років тому +1

      John Hoo I own a 2012 fg4. This mad me laugh hard. It is true. The car enthusiast knows what this car is capable of. I got bored with N/A honda and went boost. MS3 have no chance. Im a 31 year old workaholic.

  • @erichaynes7502
    @erichaynes7502 5 років тому +172

    Honda: "The 2014 Civic Si has a whole lot more than any of the competition".
    Mazda 3: "Am I a joke to you?"
    Honda: "Yes"

  • @eletor
    @eletor 9 років тому +332

    I wish you could get the Shamrock Shake and the McRib at the same time.

    • @StreetSpeed717
      @StreetSpeed717 9 років тому +36

      eletor don't be greedy now...

    • @phantomspaceman
      @phantomspaceman 9 років тому +3

      eletor
      Just because it's off the menu doesn't mean they don't have it. You can usually order that shake all year. Or get a vanilla shake and pour green food coloring in it.

    • @NotDaveMirra
      @NotDaveMirra 6 років тому +3

      phantomspaceman so it was just a shake with food coloring the whole time?

    • @Fifthcell
      @Fifthcell 6 років тому +2

      Holy fuck

    • @WavveBoi
      @WavveBoi 5 років тому +3

      @@NotDaveMirra you gotta relax

  • @TransAmsandDashcams
    @TransAmsandDashcams 9 років тому +155

    Short and sweet, just like a Honda's torque curve.

    • @mitch9521
      @mitch9521 9 років тому +6

      Bad Drivers of SE WI What torque curve?

    • @StreetSpeed717
      @StreetSpeed717 9 років тому +6

      Bad Drivers of SE WI all 170lb ft of it.

    • @ILoveBreakfast671
      @ILoveBreakfast671 9 років тому +24

      Bad Drivers of SE WI Because Honda was like "Who needs torque. Just slap on short and sweet gears and make the car 3k lbs or less and we're fukkin muvin!"
      Seriously though. Best manual transmissions I've ever driven.

    • @seanhenry8030
      @seanhenry8030 9 років тому

      ILoveBreakfast671 You must be talking about newer Hondas. The Integras, Civics, and Preludes I've driven had decent transmissions, but nothing to write home about.

    • @mitch9521
      @mitch9521 9 років тому

      Can't say much about their automatics..slowest, slushiest shifting piles of crap ever. The AOD I had in my '89 Towncar shifted better.

  • @danielleinbach3911
    @danielleinbach3911 9 років тому +228

    As the owner of this Si, I do want to note that the Civic Si generally does nothing great... but does a whole lot very well. It's not as frantic as my old '07 Si (unfortunately), but combines (some) power when you want, quick responses, roomy interior (it'll fit a tandem bike plus front seat occupants), good fuel economy, and extreme reliability. If my '07 is an indication, it'll also hold its value like nobody's business, delivering near zero depreciation.
    I looked at all options, including new WRX, Mazda3, Focus ST, and used E90 series BMW's. I couldn't get past paying half again as much (for those) - would I really like any of those that much more? So... I came back to an Si again.
    ... but I'll be looking at the Type-R when that comes out.

    • @jonnylivesinbr
      @jonnylivesinbr 9 років тому +1

      When did they do the filming on your car?

    • @gilpiper3564
      @gilpiper3564 9 років тому +2

      Using one almost every other day, I agree 100%. It certainly does feel like it will end up being a reliable car and that resale value is definitely huge and shouldn't be overlooked.
      Even though that interior might be too flashy for some, I like it! Our 2013 is considerably more stripped down.

    • @inudude15
      @inudude15 9 років тому +1

      Daniel Leinbach I feel you on that. I own an S2000 and have been looking on and off for a new DD, especially here in good ole gray PA arranging rides to and from work every time there's a hint of snow has worked out, but it's getting a bit tiresome.
      My first thought was the Focus ST, which is well reviewed and nice, but by time you take delivery you're looking dangerously close to 30K and for a 14' car I would have had to have bought tires and wheels as they were coming with summer tires only.
      The new WRX came out, and as a die hard Subaru fan I just am still struggling to wrap my head around that car. It just doesn't get me the way the weird, slightly odd old ones did, it doesn't seem to be the scrappy rally fighter anymore and again, thirty grand for the base model, damn near forty for an STI.
      The GTI is the grown up option, but again near thirty and you can't turn the traction control off on a hot hatch? I'll pass.
      I have to say, if I had to buy new, in that segment I might just get the Si. It's quick enough, from memory that six speed is almost as good as the S2000's box, and it's a fine enough car in its own right...

    • @sl0wm0
      @sl0wm0 9 років тому +1

      inudude15 cool story bro

    • @MChronicleSword
      @MChronicleSword 9 років тому

      Daniel Leinbach May I ask why you didn't want a Mazda 3? I currently drive the 2010 sedan, 2.5L engine w/ 6-speed manual, and it's brilliant. Behind the wheel it has more character than any honda I've ever driven

  • @jdmDC2ftw
    @jdmDC2ftw 9 років тому +96

    I liked it when the honda si was small and agile looking

    • @tommyrutherford400
      @tommyrutherford400 4 роки тому +12

      I wish they would bring back the 3 door hatch and drop the regular coupe all together, a 3 door hatch is an easier sell then a 2 door coupe in the states granted only marginally.

  • @SilverScarletSpider
    @SilverScarletSpider 4 роки тому +9

    I love this Honda Civic Si. I think the single mom analogy is fitting because my Si has never truly let me down in life. She always made sure that I’d be able to get to work on time whilst having a little fun together on the weekends when we aren’t busy.

  • @YOTLP
    @YOTLP 8 років тому +43

    I can't get enough of 1:42 😂😂

  • @MattSanGiorgio
    @MattSanGiorgio 9 років тому +43

    Not a bad car at all. Very nice interior, strong Honda build quality and economy, looks technologically up-to-date as well. Despite all the annoying Honda fanboys and the whole VTEC thing, this car actually looks quite promising. I'm no Honda fan but I like this.

    • @jacobmahoney8339
      @jacobmahoney8339 9 років тому

      It cost like a grand less than a Subaru wrx . Change your mind?

    • @MattSanGiorgio
      @MattSanGiorgio 9 років тому +10

      Jacob Mahoney Not at all, I still like it. Sure the WRX has a more powerful engine, AWD system and other awesome stuff. Doesn't mean the Honda isn't a good car.

    • @jacobmahoney8339
      @jacobmahoney8339 9 років тому

      It seems good it is just not worth the money imo

    • @johnnywatts8232
      @johnnywatts8232 9 років тому +5

      Jacob Mahoney It doesn't... A 2015 WRX is at least $25,000. I got my Si for $21,300. I had exactly $22,000 to spend.

    • @inudude15
      @inudude15 9 років тому +2

      John Hoo 25? Guess again my friend, bare bones WRX is 27 and change. An STI with options can hit forty. As a definite Subaru fan, I'd really have to think long and hard about one of these before shelling out the extra cash for a WRX that to me anyway is the least desirable one they've made...

  • @stevenvenskoii
    @stevenvenskoii 9 років тому +23

    When I purchased my 2011 Civic Si sedan I also considered a new Focus ST and used WRX. WRX reliability (especially used) scares me and I didn't like the fact the Focus ST doesn't have a true limited-slip differential. I enjoyed the Honda's interior space, exterior design, 8,000 RPM redline, relatively light weight, safety ratings, and LSD. I wasn't looking to buy a rocket ship, just something I enjoy driving, and the Civic Si far exceeded those criteria. Like someone else in the comments said, it's not great at anything, but good at a lot of things.
    Edit: I realize my 8th generation is a different beast than the 2014 being reviewed but I want to highlight to all of the "SHOULDA BOUGHT A WRX/MAZDASPEED3/ETC." people that there's more to a vehicle than raw horsepower.

  • @NorCalBono
    @NorCalBono 9 років тому +11

    Glad 'ol Harold S was able to make an appearance towards the end.

  • @SpacemanXC
    @SpacemanXC 9 років тому +217

    If Honda would just give people turbo'ed engines, a lot of people would probably shut the fuck up about Hondas.
    They all come with fantastic suspension geometry. Mostly. And a reasonably stiff chassis. Decent brakes in most cases too.
    Yeah...I drive a Honda. But it's my DD!! And the only mods I've added are love stains.

    • @granthorton6506
      @granthorton6506 9 років тому +32

      SpaceManDawn lol, its funny you say that, the new 2016 i think, has a turbo 4 cylinder.

    • @Rival-Sama
      @Rival-Sama 9 років тому +29

      SpaceManDawn Well lucky you the 10th gen civics will all come with turbo motors, and if you bother go and look for the patent images for the coupe and sedan I think they look really sharp (now only if they produce that same shade of green the concept has). Also the only reason Honda get so much hate is because of that one kid down the street with his 1994 hand me down EX and the canister exhaust that revs at every stoplight and launches form it at every opportunity to "Show Off".

    • @mertz313
      @mertz313 9 років тому +2

      My Volkswagen is turboed... Shit, most volkswagens are turboed and come with a dual clutch transmission,but they get dissed :(

    • @REPOMAN24722
      @REPOMAN24722 9 років тому +1

      ***** What VW's are you talking about, the ones we get imported in Australia are of top quality, far better than Honda build quality, I drive a skoda which is a budget VW and even it has better build quality than a Honda. You pay more for quality and it shows in VW cars.

    • @BobDingle25
      @BobDingle25 9 років тому +1

      Watch any review on the civic si of today against any new similarly priced compact sporty car. It has become lethargic and the handling is really not that great compared to pretty much all it's competition. I don't hate Honda's, I hate all the teenage kids who drive them who talk them up to be something they're not.

  • @ZanaGBYT
    @ZanaGBYT 9 років тому +150

    Dat Random Squirrel

  • @arowanaaquatics9688
    @arowanaaquatics9688 9 років тому +1

    Amazed by your review like always. Great work. Astonishing

  • @mossbergize1
    @mossbergize1 8 років тому +1

    well i just finished watching all your videos and cant stop myself from wanting to start over. i loved all of your witty toilet humer and personification of cars. thank you for making these and please never stop. i would love to see you do the mustang foxbody though. ive been driving mine for about a year and i cant stop talking about it like i think you would XD.

  • @lilredexptsc
    @lilredexptsc 9 років тому +5

    I loved the fact that you used a song by The Starting Line as your spoof song.

  • @thatnbaguyjosh5104
    @thatnbaguyjosh5104 8 років тому +45

    I have a 2014 SI sedan and love it. I know it's not the faster car on the road. I know it's going to get a lot of hate. I also know that for a DD, the combination of reliability, value preservation and fun is unparalleled. Can I afford a much nicer car? Sure can, own 2 businesses and had a 335i convertible before this....and I'd take the SI any day. It's all about practicality and needs. This is my 3rd Honda and I still have yet to have any issues with any of them. I had my BMW in the shop 5 times in the year I owned it (and it was brand new). I get around with no worrying that it will break down or have issues and it gives me the thrills I need if I really want to open it up. People say the Mazda 3 is better....great, go buy one, it's an awesome car. Just accept the fact that Honda has created loyalty from their customers and fully knowing the Mazda was a tad better, I still went Honda. Do I care if people look at me and say "what a loser, you drive a Honda"? Not one bit. I like the car and at the end of the day, I don't worry about people with small manhoods that need to judge due to their lack of confidence.

    • @SilverScarletSpider
      @SilverScarletSpider 5 років тому +2

      That’s just the thing though, the Mazda 3 is not better and is overrated. It’s engine is tragic and the ride is insanely loud

    • @tatialo37
      @tatialo37 4 роки тому

      Honda Civic rules!!!

    • @str0matolite
      @str0matolite 4 роки тому

      This right here. My family used a '14 Si sedan as our main car until someone T-boned it last year because they didn't look left, and we badly miss it. That neither-screamer-nor-family-car quality that the vid complains about made the car perfect for us. The performance was enough to drive with confidence, and the trim was exactly what we wanted - refined but without the Audi-style electrified everything and two thousand servo motors to replace when they break. My DD is a Fiesta ST now, since manual Fits are absolute unobtanium and the new Civics look like janky over-modded ass, and the wife drives an Alltrack.

    • @JayAR_YT
      @JayAR_YT 2 роки тому

      Thanks for treating your last SI good till 100k miles, I just money shifted it 4 times in 4 days learning how to drive srick

  • @soloxcan
    @soloxcan 7 років тому +1

    Everyone I know hates Hondas and makes fun of people who drive them, but they sound so good the way you explain them

  • @SilverScarletSpider
    @SilverScarletSpider 5 років тому +41

    Still one of the best naturally aspirated sporty affordable manual family car. Especially as a Si Sedan.
    But if you happen to find a V6 manual Accord Sedan 👀

    • @user-yv1bf4rx7r
      @user-yv1bf4rx7r 4 роки тому +11

      You can only get the accord coupe with a manual

  • @Anthony_Stuart
    @Anthony_Stuart 9 років тому +12

    This video breaks my brain... I simultaneously REALLY want more Harold Slovinski, and am REALLY glad that RCR hasn't devolved into just in jokes XD

  • @daison96
    @daison96 9 років тому +19

    2:42
    "You're a GAR guy."
    why, yes, sir..... I suppose I am a gar guy.

  • @severe28
    @severe28 9 років тому +1

    Your definition of a car guy is dead on.. Great vid and keep'em coming..

  • @AndrewBeard91
    @AndrewBeard91 8 років тому +18

    ha, love The Starting Line sample at the end

    • @kcm732
      @kcm732 8 років тому +4

      same, that was great

  • @aidin67
    @aidin67 9 років тому +8

    In some ways, this review was better than any fact-spewing, objective review could be. The metaphors put into words how I feel about Si's.
    They're kind of boring. They're not as sporty as they should be. They're naturally-aspirated. They're almost exclusively bought by kids. These aren't visceral, face-ripping monsters. This is the car you talk your parents into buying when they're picking out a college car for you.
    Honda is getting blown away by the competition, and I really hope they have a resurgence, much like Ford did.

  • @Zanpaa
    @Zanpaa 9 років тому +3

    A return to the style of the early days. I like it.

  • @CreightonMiller
    @CreightonMiller 9 років тому +6

    Thumbs up for the startingline cover!

  • @jasonalagna4928
    @jasonalagna4928 6 років тому +1

    More spot-on commentary on modern car culture from Mr. Regular

  • @cottonto5
    @cottonto5 9 років тому +50

    is this matt farahs million mile lexus

    • @thatoneironicmemer6936
      @thatoneironicmemer6936 9 років тому +32

      no, this is james mays million horsepower dacia sandero

    • @aidin67
      @aidin67 9 років тому +7

      Akito Himenokouji NO, this is Patrick.

    • @brunoAM
      @brunoAM 9 років тому

      Rucifel SpongeBob reference?

    • @tylerparker6102
      @tylerparker6102 9 років тому

      Hah, good one.... Track day bro

    • @appelpower1
      @appelpower1 8 років тому

      +That one ironic memer Best comment in this comment section. By miles. Mind if I use it in my comments?

  • @jack604
    @jack604 8 років тому +40

    hay regular cars, you guys should do a review on the honda civic 06 8th gen

    • @MrRodillo123
      @MrRodillo123 8 років тому +17

      8th gen civic si was the best si ever made.

    • @HeyStack199
      @HeyStack199 8 років тому +1

      +Aj Rodillo You're high........... EM1 has something to say about that.

    • @MrRodillo123
      @MrRodillo123 8 років тому +11

      Ryan Shelton the k20 is still probably one of the best engines honda has ever made lol

    • @Kyontheotakugamer
      @Kyontheotakugamer 7 років тому +8

      he needs to review the FA5

    • @wiifan10000
      @wiifan10000 7 років тому +1

      Omg yes I've been waiting for someone to say this

  • @gilpiper3564
    @gilpiper3564 9 років тому

    Good review all around. My girlfriend has one, a 2013. Nothing to complain about really but at the same time, nothing to get too excited for either.
    But if one was to be shopping for a civic, might as well get the Si. The extra power and fun factor is nice to have, and the real world MPG on this car is stupid good, even when you run the snot out of it.
    Keep it up RCR!

  • @nbielecki100
    @nbielecki100 6 років тому +3

    I had an '86 with a manual and it was incredible. Probably the most fun car I have ever owned but it was super rusty and I only paid like $500+fuel lines for it so I beat the living hell out of it for like a year and a half until the head gasket blew.

  • @stevew145
    @stevew145 9 років тому +156

    The civic SI has been diluted gradually from generation to generation to something that is no more special than any other "sporty" fwd car. Gone are the high revving engines, stiff suspensions, small light weight bodies, double wishbones all around, what is left is a soft, heavy, ordinary car with some badges that used to mean something.

    • @johnnywatts8232
      @johnnywatts8232 9 років тому +11

      Rusty Shackleford Agreed, although I was rather surprised to find out that my 2014 Civic Si is lighter than my old RX-8 and MazdaSpeed6. Only lighter car I've owned was the S2000, and that didn't have backseats or a useable trunk.

    • @stevew145
      @stevew145 9 років тому +3

      Speed6 is a mid-sized 4 door family car with AWD, and the RX8 still has 4 doors and even if the motor is smaller its rwd and it basically weighs the same as the civic si at 3000-3100lbs. A Civic weighs more than 3000 lbs now! Your car is 200lbs heavier than an FRS/BRZ though, for about the same money,the brz has the high revving engine and lightweight, balanced chassis the civic used to have + RWD. It is the spiritual successor of the civic, despite the badge badge. All that, and the BRZ will still take 4 wheels and tires to a track day!

    • @johnnywatts8232
      @johnnywatts8232 9 років тому +14

      Rusty Shackleford I can't shuttle my daughter to daycare right after grocery shopping with my wife in a BRZ. Not without having my wife crank her back trying to shove a kid in my Recaro child seat while shoving the front passenger seat forward anyway. The Civic Si Sedan weighs exactly 3006 lbs.
      It's not a featherweight Lotus, but considering what's on the market these days for a sports sedan, it's doing alright for itself.
      That said, the next car I'm buying will be a mint condition S2000 CR. So yeah, I do appreciate lightweight cars. I want one in fact. Don't particularly care for FRS/BRZs though. I like my open top motoring.

    • @supershark9k708
      @supershark9k708 9 років тому

      Yep

    • @kensimon6448
      @kensimon6448 8 років тому +2

      +Rusty Shackleford I think that term is best suited for every Dodge with an R/T badge

  • @user-yv1bf4rx7r
    @user-yv1bf4rx7r 4 роки тому +5

    He's done the 7th gen and he's done the 9th gen, I wish he would drive the best of all: 8th gen Si

  • @LGaragem
    @LGaragem 7 років тому

    One of the best episodes. It is funny and shows respect for every car guy. I suspect half the views of this video are mine because I come back to this video all the time. To me, it is one of the videos that better demonstrate Mr. Regular's feelings as a car guy. If I had to criticize this video I would say that it lacks some BROWN.

  • @JelloDice
    @JelloDice 7 років тому

    starting to like your channel..humorous!

  • @JMunn55
    @JMunn55 9 років тому +5

    Drove a 2008 and 2009 Civic in driver's ed, it was okay in some ways, but the super light steering, weird feeling gas pedal, and big dash (features of most newer small cars) I did not like. Seems like the smaller cars these days all get more and more similar every redesign. New Civics and new Corolla's are very similar, whereas the Civic used to be more sporty and the Corolla was kinda mushy. The exception I think is the new Mazda 3, Mazda 6, and I still have respect for the Accord as well. My first car was a bone-stock 1991 Accord, reasonably sporty, comfortable, amazing steering and shifter and clutch feel. I'd take it any day over anything new. Only issue with it was the reliability

  • @eclipsed039
    @eclipsed039 9 років тому +3

    The starting line, nice. :)

  • @antisocialclimber
    @antisocialclimber 9 років тому

    One of your best videos, ever.

  • @shaggnar2014
    @shaggnar2014 9 років тому +3

    Can't wait for us to get a real type R in the US soon.
    Not even just a real type R, but a nurburgring record setting type R. Hopefully the new civic will get Honda back to their roots, back to those little cars from the 90's that were and still are so much fun to drive

  • @s0nnyburnett
    @s0nnyburnett 9 років тому +31

    Just a shadow of its former self.

    • @StreetSpeed717
      @StreetSpeed717 9 років тому +2

      s0nnyburnett Perfect.

    • @792bnz
      @792bnz 6 років тому +6

      s0nnyburnett it's a shadow of itself but does everything better than it used to. Gtfoh... You have no clue what you're talking about

  • @TheHoustonian25
    @TheHoustonian25 9 років тому +74

    aaahhh he brought back the Honda pervert voice!!!BUSINESS

    • @DiegoRuiz1991
      @DiegoRuiz1991 9 років тому +25

      Patrick Houston HAROLD SLOVINSKY, yeah!!!

    • @Schnipah
      @Schnipah 9 років тому +1

      Yep, sounds like my grandfather as well XD

  • @MellyMelify
    @MellyMelify 9 років тому

    OMFG DUDE! you do your reviews in PA i live in PA the capital to be exact dude i love your channel

  • @scottf6864
    @scottf6864 9 років тому +1

    I like the use of the starting line tine at the end.

  • @metaljew4456
    @metaljew4456 8 років тому +10

    I have a Focus ST3. But I love this generation of the four door Si. Manual ONLY to weed out all of the people who need to.......go......and it's just a nice practical, Honda, reliable as F**K smart little car. Reasonably quick...enough. Sweet Shifter, Sweet Shifter, SWEEEEET gear linkage. Could shift this car all day long. Up down, up......down. Is this the best manual tranny ever made regardless of price? Yea, it's that good. And now it's gone so you can pick one up used for a Honda that means probably paying more for it now than when it was new. Yea, I know. Weak attempt at a little humor. By this for your kid. Best 1st car ever!

  • @FutureSEAL23
    @FutureSEAL23 9 років тому +4

    As a former owner of a 2009 Civic Si, I can say confidently that in my opinion, the coupe version of this car is good for the kid who is fresh out of college, or a high school kid whose parents bought it for him, its an entry level enthusiasts machine, that can be made into a scary fast beast with the right work, comfortable but fun, good handling, light on its feet, but not fast.

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 9 років тому +1

      ***** I agree with most of that, but SCARY fast? So what, like 800-900 HP? 1500? Is it running 7s in the 1/4 mile? I'd say with the right work and forced induction it can be made satisfyingly fast, but not scary fast.

    • @FutureSEAL23
      @FutureSEAL23 9 років тому +2

      you call a 7 second 1/4 mile just "satisfying" what do you drive, a top fuel dragster as a daily?

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 9 років тому

      ***** Nnnnnno, that's not even close to what I said. Read it again.

    • @tst1497
      @tst1497 9 років тому

      Vernon Price actually people have achieved 800hp with these k24 engines adding a good turbo setup to these engines adds the missing torque that everyone complains and makes for a good time.

    • @tst1497
      @tst1497 9 років тому

      Complains about*

  • @Jonyy3
    @Jonyy3 9 років тому

    man. these videos are great

  • @TheJosephReyes
    @TheJosephReyes 6 років тому

    Wow The Starting Line melody for end credits. Awesome!

  • @LupineTendencies
    @LupineTendencies 9 років тому +6

    I'm starting to like The Roman's songs more and more by the day...

  • @Revitalyzed
    @Revitalyzed 9 років тому +4

    I don't think I ever laughed harder in my life than this right here: 1:41

  • @isaacbierman6238
    @isaacbierman6238 9 років тому +2

    Holy shit man, power move dropping lines like that. This man speaks the truth

  • @DDMSteveB
    @DDMSteveB 9 років тому +2

    welp never thought I would hear a cover of The Starting Line on RCR but here I am being warped back in time over a decade.

  • @Canyondriver
    @Canyondriver 9 років тому +3

    The Starting Line!

  • @bl4st4hh
    @bl4st4hh 9 років тому +4

    We need more Harold Slovanski!

  • @RyedaleAirsoft
    @RyedaleAirsoft 9 років тому +11

    1:48 Pleeeease search "how vtec works" on youtube. Its not variable valve timing like every other car, its much more than that.

    • @D3at4not3
      @D3at4not3 9 років тому +33

      Found the fanboy

    • @zhemin
      @zhemin 9 років тому +4

      ***** LOLLLLLLL

    • @tomelliott9
      @tomelliott9 9 років тому +12

      Jovi Gonyea he is right though. vtec and vvtl-i are not the same as vvt

    • @RyedaleAirsoft
      @RyedaleAirsoft 9 років тому +4

      Jovi Gonyea lol I'm a classic mini fanboy. But I understand how vtec works. With the term being thrown around so much and how it's very often at the center of a flame war you'd think both sides would at least understand what vtec actually is.
      VTEC and VVT-i are not the same!

    • @zhemin
      @zhemin 9 років тому

      ***** I-VTEc is the same shit as VVT-iVtec is very similar to vvt, but vvt is better as the transition is smoother, oh thats why people love old vtec because it was shitty ;'D

  • @arminpetschelt8127
    @arminpetschelt8127 3 роки тому +2

    Honda Civic Si: The official car of every Guatemalan landscaper

  • @thatthinker
    @thatthinker 8 років тому +4

    One time I hit a Civic. I drive an 05 Crown Vic.

  • @lyfeofajet
    @lyfeofajet 8 років тому +3

    i own a 2012 Si Sedan and i love it. It sings beautiful noise to me on the freeway and the shifter is pure sex.

  • @ziginox
    @ziginox 9 років тому

    This reminds me a lot of the older reviews, I like it. Not that the newer ones are bad or anything!

  • @trehsu
    @trehsu 9 років тому +1

    love the remix at the end

  • @_quantummix
    @_quantummix 8 років тому +20

    1:41 ahahaha

  • @xxxjake999xxx
    @xxxjake999xxx 9 років тому +6

    Can someone tell me what the 2001-2005 Honda Eu Hatchback abbreviations signify?
    SI, SE, and so on

    • @HareyMon
      @HareyMon 9 років тому

      I think EU means Europe because that model was put together in a UK factory.

    • @xxxjake999xxx
      @xxxjake999xxx 9 років тому

      HareyMon Sir, I am asking about the model variants such as Si, Se, Se Executive and so on
      I was referring to the hatchback model when I said EU as saloons are the popular version in America but they still retain the "Si" prefixs

    • @CDNProductions1
      @CDNProductions1 9 років тому

      xxxjake999xxx SIR Hatchback

    • @xxxjake999xxx
      @xxxjake999xxx 9 років тому +1

      CDN Productions My car is a Civic EU8

    • @CDNProductions1
      @CDNProductions1 9 років тому +1

      xxxjake999xxx Cool. So what exactly is your question in relation to the 7th Gen Civic?

  • @mattnguyen3751
    @mattnguyen3751 9 років тому

    I've waited so long for this review...only to have it shat on

  • @machineslave3
    @machineslave3 9 років тому +2

    Aww there was so much build up to this review that I thought it would be longer. Haha, like a long massage with no happy ending. Thanks, RCR. Love the video nonetheless, keep them coming, and review a Saab next.

  • @MrRodillo123
    @MrRodillo123 8 років тому +5

    The 8th gen civic was the prime time of the si. fa5s and fg2s will always be better than the newer si's.

    • @shaharyarrehan2054
      @shaharyarrehan2054 8 років тому

      5th 6th and even 4th SI are much better than these newer crappy boat cars (including the 8th)

    • @MrRodillo123
      @MrRodillo123 8 років тому +2

      Shaharyar Rehan the fa5 is a civic sedan that weighs 2800 pounds lmao

    • @shaharyarrehan2054
      @shaharyarrehan2054 8 років тому

      it looks a like a fucking fat ass boat (still not as bad as 9th) and is heavier than the 6th gens

    • @BigDonkMongo
      @BigDonkMongo 8 років тому +2

      8TH GEN REPRESENT!

    • @Kyontheotakugamer
      @Kyontheotakugamer 7 років тому

      Fd2rr's are king :^)

  • @jfazzuoli3813
    @jfazzuoli3813 9 років тому +3

    Lets point out what makes this car special. Sure one can shit on Honda all day but the Si still has the best shifter in the biz and they give you a true LSD not some fake breast computer LSD. Let us not forget, Honda was the first to bring RELIABLE variable valve timing to the masses so it is ungrateful to dismiss i-VTEC as just another variable valve system. Would I choose an Si over a Mk6 GTI? Yes, I owned such GTI and I would catch myself falling asleep at the wheel it was so boring to drive. Was the interior of the GTI a class above the Si...YES! But if you are true car enthusiast I really think the Si is something special. I own a 14 as a daily. It really is good and worth a second look. I was on of those bitter Honda guys clamoring for the return of the glory days and the Si was off the radar for a while. But when Honda did an about face with the short comings of the 13 Si, I gave the 14 another look and happy I did. With a proper sounding exhaust and a set of Eibach springs the car is perfect.

    • @kenparrish3176
      @kenparrish3176 6 років тому

      J Fazzuoli n

    • @Deezsenz
      @Deezsenz 5 років тому

      Some one hit my Gti and I'm going to look at these tomorrow

  • @AnthonyCalabro
    @AnthonyCalabro 3 роки тому +1

    The best part about this channel is that if you live in the same area, you get the jokes.

    • @Llggd
      @Llggd 3 роки тому

      Agreed! He hits the PA stereotypes perfectly.

  • @jonathanbeason6920
    @jonathanbeason6920 9 років тому

    I was hoping you'd compare it to the focus or fiesta st... But I really like all of your videos!

  • @Reefer-Rampage69
    @Reefer-Rampage69 8 років тому +5

    I just got a 2015 Honda Civic Si VTEC coupe for my first car. I'm 16 bye

    • @Reefer-Rampage69
      @Reefer-Rampage69 8 років тому

      btw*

    • @MadFluffysterXaines
      @MadFluffysterXaines 8 років тому +7

      +O.J. Mayo Sandwich Have fun, keep it stock (or near stock) and always keep in mind the 90's models were better ^.^

    • @Reefer-Rampage69
      @Reefer-Rampage69 8 років тому

      MadFluffyster Xaines Haha thanks man. I'm thinking about buying a cheap early 90's model and fixing it up.

    • @xxFallenKnight
      @xxFallenKnight 8 років тому

      +O.J. Mayo Sandwich I feel bad for you. The 2016 new refreshed model looks 20 million times for u LOL

    • @aayonce4
      @aayonce4 8 років тому +1

      Hopefully you know how to drive and don't live in the Philadelphia area because I love to torture young ones on the road who are cocky with their hot rides . Btw I'm 20 with an '08 accord Coupe .

  • @DeerKoden
    @DeerKoden 9 років тому +3

    A gar guy?

  • @punkmonki00
    @punkmonki00 9 років тому

    Awesome starting line song thing at the end lol

  • @400TDI
    @400TDI 5 років тому

    Make a Jetta GLI! I wanna see how you'll review it lol Great vids man!

  • @Gandalf_The_Jacked
    @Gandalf_The_Jacked 9 років тому +10

    BUSINESS ACCOUNTS

  • @mvndoc
    @mvndoc 9 років тому +3

    Si me gusta... Ba dum tssss

  • @the1337j03
    @the1337j03 9 років тому

    I was waiting for it and then I heard "THIS IS THE CAR THE KIDS LIKE!"
    Thank you for that...

  • @GODSGUNSGLORY
    @GODSGUNSGLORY 9 років тому +1

    now i got the urge to go listen to the starting line at 6 in the morning and be emo all day.

  • @wantsanewvehicle
    @wantsanewvehicle 9 років тому +11

    I've test driven 2 or 3 civic si's. I was NEVER impressed. Yes, they do a little better than a non-si. But as you said, nobody (well, except teen boys) is going to wet their self over it. Civics are extremely boring cars, mostly ugly cars - always have been. I'm allowed to say this. I daily drive a 2012 non si civic sedan and have since 2011.

    • @johnnywatts8232
      @johnnywatts8232 9 років тому +8

      wantsanewvehicle Take an Si to the track. They're boring daily drivers for sure, but they sure are fun on track days. I just ran mine completely stock, down to the tires, last month at Gingerman Raceway.

    • @wantsanewvehicle
      @wantsanewvehicle 9 років тому +3

      John Hoo
      Perhaps.. kind of difficult to do that on a test drive though lol.

    • @johnnywatts8232
      @johnnywatts8232 9 років тому +6

      wantsanewvehicle I'm sure if you went to spectate a track day, you could find someone there to hitch a ride with. They're surprisingly agile cars. Reminded me a whole lot of my old RX-8, with less weight, a larger body and more torque (lol torque).

    • @theejoeylee
      @theejoeylee 6 років тому +2

      Ya every teen ricer wanna be has trashed the syncros in all the used ones for sale in my area, Had to get an auto EX Both are slow, so i chose better MPGs

    • @Ms.Fowlbwahhh
      @Ms.Fowlbwahhh 6 років тому +3

      They are a great platform for modding. The 8th and 9th gen si engines take boost like a fat guy takes in food, without even having to open the engine up until like 450hp. Make over twice the stock power and still be reliable, what more do you need?

  • @CougarBen02
    @CougarBen02 9 років тому

    RCR, I'm not as much of a car guy as you are, but I sure can relate to this:
    "I love being knowledgeable enough to be opinionated, but not so cultured that I can't still learn."
    The cars are the reason I click, but it's the writing that keeps me watching for all 4-15 minutes.

  • @whiteout628
    @whiteout628 9 років тому

    The analogies are killing me, I'm rolling!

  • @bamres
    @bamres 9 років тому

    The shamrock shake analysis was spot on

  • @hlavco
    @hlavco 9 років тому

    I'm happy that Honda finally decided to make some cars that don't have ugly rims. I remember some of their vehicles used to roll off the lot looking as though they were missing a set of wheel covers.

  • @turnpikedivide
    @turnpikedivide 8 років тому

    This video made me find my copy of The Starting Line's "Say It Like You Mean It." and jam out.

  • @craigreece1982
    @craigreece1982 9 років тому

    Brilliant! One of the best to point and true things you have done. I would rather have a mazda than a honda. S2k we miss you.

  • @NeilReagan
    @NeilReagan 9 років тому +1

    Sweet plate/frame, the owner must be a pilot. :D

  • @eurosonly
    @eurosonly 8 років тому

    Nice car I would love to have one in white or red. The new Accord is also really nicely designed. Honda is kicking ass once again.

  • @AndroidJdm
    @AndroidJdm 9 років тому

    When the Civic Type R finally reaches the showroom floor, PLEASE do a video on it!!!!

  • @duffelbag5682
    @duffelbag5682 6 років тому

    The most Civic thing in that particular one, was the Speed Trap Scanner stuck to the windscreen. The first thing they'll be doing when they get pulled over is throwing that as deep into the center console as possible

  • @DerPilotMann
    @DerPilotMann 9 років тому

    Nice to see a flying license plate frame. You guys really should find a pilot and do a "regular plane review." I think you could make it really funny.

  • @ouzts12
    @ouzts12 9 років тому

    The last line had me actually lol'ing

  • @sterrshow5016
    @sterrshow5016 7 років тому +2

    The official car of "I'm a 19 year old teenage girl, and im gonna treat myself with car payments for the next decade"

  • @mikemaz1234
    @mikemaz1234 4 роки тому

    Best review ever!

  • @picklejay7822
    @picklejay7822 4 роки тому

    The thing about the si is that it fun for what it is. Reasonable quick, light and toss able and the interiorwasn’t shit like the 2014 wrx or speed 3. The si is like picking a main character in a fighting game. They’re usually the most balanced.
    without any turbos will definitely get you to 200 and above thousands miles, fairly drama free. I turbo could do the same but only with way more money involved maintenance wise.

  • @MystikIncarnate
    @MystikIncarnate 9 років тому

    I drive a 2012 Honda Civic Coupe, 5speed. It's actually quite an enjoyable car. I ended up renting one before I bought it and the difference between the auto and standard versions is very pronounced when it comes to acceleration. I just couldn't seem to make the auto version get up and go quite like I can with the standard.
    Overall a great car.

  • @zhanglin317
    @zhanglin317 3 роки тому

    One of the cars I want to try for a couple of years

  • @Brandonmaieli
    @Brandonmaieli 7 років тому +2

    vtec is different than variable valve timing. vtec when activated, switches from a lower lift cam, to a higher lift cam, opening the valve further and longer. VVT adjusts the cam timing at a variable rate, kind of like how ignition timing increases with rpm

    • @Demonslayer20111
      @Demonslayer20111 7 років тому +2

      that is literally the definitonn of vvt. the only difference is how vtec acheives it

    • @austin8898
      @austin8898 7 років тому

      Demonslayer20111 I realize this is a 5 month old comment but.. no? I've never owned a Honda and am far from a fanboy but it seems nobody understands the difference between what vtec does and what simple vvt does. Vtec is literally changing how far the valves open in addition to timing of when the open. VVT has zero control of valve lift, only timing.

  • @dauntlessdom5926
    @dauntlessdom5926 6 років тому +2

    I want to see him do a review on an 8th gen civic!

  • @katieg2277
    @katieg2277 2 роки тому +1

    It's funny how in hindsight this year range is now sought after.

  • @Haloruler64
    @Haloruler64 9 років тому

    I love the fast tone! Is that a projector retrofit I see? Mini H1s?

  • @KR4K40
    @KR4K40 9 років тому

    That punchline
    It's been nearly a week and I'm still laughing.

  • @oxyeekithebeatgod2501
    @oxyeekithebeatgod2501 Рік тому

    This review😂😂😂🔥👍🏾 subscribed