Wednesday, August 12, 2009

My Car: 2007 Civic Si Sedan

I drive a Honda Civic, the Si variant, which stands for "Sport Injected." It's nearly the same as a normal Civic....nearly. But the Si is hardly civilized. Take it up to 8,000 RPM, and you'll know what I mean.

A six-speed manual powered by 197 horsepower is standard equipment, as well as a custom black and red interior treatment. Honda has added a Limited Slip Differential to the front wheels, making sure that traction is always maximized during turns and corners. The suspension is more stiff and race-ready compared to it's sibling Civic, and the wheels, spoiler, and decals give it a unique and fast-while-standing-still look.

The Si comes in coupe and sedan variants, though I'm partial to the sedan. Personally, I think it looks better. Practicality-wise: I see too many cars for sale simply because the two doors are completely anti-children, and they need to upgrade.

Adding a sedan version of the Si is a first in the history of Honda's Sport Injected vehicles. Bravo, I say, bravo.

I've had this car for about 8 months, and I've loved every moment spent in the bucket seat. It's a fast, fun car, which begs to be revved up past 6,000 RPM (aka the limit on most cars). The exhaust note is awesome, and I can't wait for cooler days, meaning windows down so that I, as well as others, can hear it scream when I punch the throttle.

Even though I drive like a maniac most days, I'm still getting an average of 26 mpg, and I've seen as high as 34 on roadtrips. Few (if any) V6 cars can claim such numbers and suceed in keeping up with me on a straight launch. I laugh in their faces, which can be somewhat awkward if we both stop at another red light together.
-Biggs

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