Opinions on the CRX??

[JasonGilholme]

Hi Guys.

Just joined your forum and its full of usefull info. I've had a bit of a look around and learnt alot in the last few hours just from this site.

At the moment I own a holden barina which i've put a filter and exhaust on. I don't wanna spend too much money on it because......its a barina!! hehe.

Im llokin at buyin a crx, probably the 3rd gen, with the b16a2. Just wantin to know what you guys think of these cars?? Are they reliable?? I know they've got alot of potential just from lookin at your site.

Im lookin to turn a few heads so i think the 3rd gen shape will make that happen but i also wanna kick a little ass at the lights and i was wonderin how the 3rd gen goes against other small hatches. eg. civic, pulsar, etc

Anyway, im sure you guys will know what your on about.

Thanks in advance

Jason

[ProECU]

i own a gen3, love it.

dont let the gen2 owners put you off this little gem, they're just jealous they dont own one.

[sesshoumaru]

^ lol werd.:thumbsup:

It may not be the most performance orientated Honda platform, but it's got character and the driving experience is right up there with the best.

[PaZzMaN-R]

GO HONDA you wont look back. good choice mate and welcome:)

[z3lda]

gen3 rex > any honda sports car expect s2k and nsx

[mcdare]

crx seems to have very huge side windows tho. but anything beats mitshu. :(

[crxzzR]

gen 2 owner here: gen 3 good.. but looks too girly..
=)
go gen 2
wack in a b18c jdm stylez yo!

[sivic]

gen 3 can look mean. a nice subtle yet aggresive lipping kit, lowered and a good choice of rims (preferably JDM forged glory). zeldas gen3 looks good.
gen2 already look aggressive but too many get overly blinged up and lose their appeal. in fact alot just end up lloking plain stupid.
all comes down to what you do with it. theres even some hot gen1's getting around.

[STTICH]

gen3 rex > any honda sports car expect s2k and nsx


does tat mean gen3 crx is better than dc2r and dc5r? :rolleyes:

[saxman]

I own a gen 2 and a gen 3 rex... I'd take the gen 3 over the gen 2 anyday of the week.

[MoDCoN]

its a nice car, and of course, a HONDA. against other cars? at the track? :P it depends what you do to it...

[Ferrari]

I love my Gen 3, even more so that the weather is heating up, some call it girly, but who cares when it pulls the girls anyway!

Very reliable already got a B16 so no need for a transplant. Eg6 Lip, lower, and jdm rims and ur set.

[DaPlaya]

does tat mean gen3 crx is better than dc2r and dc5r? :rolleyes:
think he means wrx... if so, then correction:

gen3 wrx > any honda sports car except nsx.

[kez13]

I own a gen 3.....the best!! Some do say they are a bit girly and i can why, but they are still cool and hey, im a girl so thats cool! Hehehehe

[Moya]

Anyone comment on the gen3 (del sol) - and buying it with such high KM's? ALL the ones on carsales are ~16k with 150KM+ on them :S

I don't mean in regard to the engine being bullet proof which I'm sure it is, but other stuff, like rubber wear and tear, suspension, brakes etc etc. I know my Ford currently has 180KM, and it's engine is awesome, except brakes squeal and any bumpy roads really lets you know the car has had it's time.

[Bumble B]

Hi all.... Miss Bumble B now drives a gen3 CRX :D

Issues I have with this gen:
- Bad vision / huge blind spot
- No latch inside the car to open boot. Have to use keys to open it from outside

Apart from that, it's a very nice car. Coming from an auto SOHC VTEC, it's definately heaps fun to drive.

VTEC DAILY!
BB :)

[JasonGilholme]

so it sounds like they are a good car. I love the look of them with a descent, yet subtle, kit on there.

Am i right in saying that the parts for the B16A are relitively easy to find but they can be pricey??? at the moment ive got a european car and its a bitch to find spare parts for.

From a wear and tear point of view id probably just replace anythin thats causin trouble with an aftermarket replacement cause they're usually better. ie. if im havin trouble with suspension i'll just get some new springs and shocks and while im doin that i'll lower it slightly.

How would the gen3 go against a SSS Pulsar that has an exhaust and filter?? i see alot of them goin around and I wanna be able to show them that they're not the king of the road just cause they drive a nissan!!

Thanks again guys, you've been great.

[BSRacer]

I'd say a gen3 would probly beat a SSS, I know my gen2 would :D. All newer car's parts are expensive so that's not really an issue. The only thing that I don't like about the gen3 is the weight (around 1100kg) whereas my gen2 has a b16a and only weighs around 850kg. As far as small stylish cars go gen3 is a pretty good option unless you want rwd or turbo or both. The only reason I would choose a gen3 over a gen2 is the age difference. You are probably not going to have all of the old car problems we gen2 owners have ie leakey hatches, rusty sunroofs etc.

[z3lda]

delsols are slow pos in standard form.

[roar]

b16a cars would smoke SSS

[z3lda]

b16a cars would smoke SSS

not in a delsol. delsols are heavy ass plastic crap.

if only they came in the non-targa option, it wouldnt be so slow. then it would be more awsome then it is already.

[i_own_you]

yeh i would choose then gen3 (for its age as someone has already mentioned) but then again the gen3 was the sole reason why the CRX production was stopped. :P

[EG5[KRT]]

i love the crx del sols.

they are nice, if i didnt get a eg5 i would have got one of them...

but for the price they are asking for these days u could get alot of cars that are way faster.

[Usual Suspect]

think he means wrx... if so, then correction:

gen3 wrx > any honda sports car except nsx.

by rex he means crx, not wrx.


As people have said just as the crx has got a b16a2 dont mean its gonna go like shit of a shovel, as they are so much heavier than previous gen crx's and civics. Most people opt for a gen2 as they are much lighter than the 3, althou imo the gen3 looks a lot nicer when modified properly, i.e no huge chromies and way out there body kits, the car has rather clean lines, should use that to your advantage and not try and change them.

[DLO01]

No latch inside the car to open boot. Have to use keys to open it from outside

Theres no latch inside for the boot cause its a targa. If you leave your top open someone can get inside and use the latch to open your boot.

I love me Gen 3. Its a top car, might be a bit heavy for its size and may look a little girly, but both things you can fix, make it look mean and absolutly fly. :thumbsup:

[JasonGilholme]

had a look at www.todaracing.com.au and they're got some awesome bolt on goodies for the b16a. I wanna keep the car NA for insurance but i reckon the stroker kit with the new cams and adjustable cam gears would make the gen 3 whoop alot of cars that it shouldn't, even considering the weight.

[Mr. Focus]

as a gen 2 owner...im very biased. these can look shite if done blingy! also, off the line the delsol beats me (b16a vs d16a), but with a rolling start the d16a wins hands down

[z3lda]

i've had both cars.

they are both on the same level. neither is greater.

[JasonGilholme]

whats the difference between the d series and the b series 1.6??

[z3lda]

vtec.

[Mr. Focus]

hahaha to put it simply!

[JasonGilholme]

so d series don't have vtec hey

[JasonGilholme]

also just to clarify before i go out and spend any money, are there any versions of the gen 3 crx that do not come with VTEC B16A???

[z3lda]

dont get a delsol with grey interior. they are the shit ones.

[STTICH]

so d series don't have vtec hey

no




also just to clarify before i go out and spend any money, are there any versions of the gen 3 crx that do not come with VTEC B16A???

no

[z3lda]

all aus delivered delsol come standard with a b16.

only imported ones came without the b16

[8100rpm]

but dont over do the looks of it

[DOCH16]

i got a gen 3 its awsome, boot latch thing is a problem, if u ever lock the keys in the boot (talking from experience), dont call racv they cant do shit for the delsol, in ur owners manuel there is a key no. take that to ur local locksmith and they'll cut u a new key. oh and ive raced a SSS many times i was head to head with him up to 180. he had 3 ppl and a 12' sub. try lookin on the crxaustralia forums for the delsol

[CRX_stocky]

just brought one not long ago, love it, got mine for 13,500 with under 100k's good nick, just keep lookin mate

[saxman]

delsols are slow pos in standard form.
is there a honda that isn't?

[z3lda]

is there a honda that isn't?.

is a vtir ek hatch slow as a delsol?

[BSRacer]

SiR Gen2 slo as a del slo? I got 300kg's on him ;)

[sesshoumaru]

.

is a vtir ek hatch slow as a delsol?

yes.

[JEZ83L]

Hi Jason,

What a question... Well I have owned both and until recently was driving both until I just sold the Gen 2 last w'end. Well in my HONEST opinion I think the Gen 2 is a SPORTS car and the Gen 3 is a FUN car.

So thinking on that you should decide what you want out of you car... sure you can make a Gen 3 very fast and improve the handeling, but I think Gen 2's have SPORT written all over them... That's just my 2 cents!

[JasonGilholme]

thanks JEZ3L. Thats what i want. I want a car that i can take out on a sunday and hoon around some mountain runs and have a little fun with other drivers.

I just need some more money... :(

time to start savin

[j3z3z]

I have a gen 2 sir and prob will never ever want a gen3 not a fan of the car and unless tuned wont beat me but with JDM looks they can be good. P.S no spoiler!!!!!!

[8100rpm]

haha i saw sooo many gen 3 with huge spoiler, it look weird, the car is so small and the wing......

[JEZ83L]

My Gen 3 will have NO kits... MAYBE lowered an inch or two and will get an exhaust, extractors and high flow cat. That's it, I bought it for it's age, low kms air con and targa!

Looks? I like it the way it is to be honest :) Girly... Hmmm you either like it or you don't!

Hope you are happy with your descision, but either way, WELCOME to the world of HONDA and CRX!

[mini_s2000]

they are a great balanced car!

[Snoop_gee]

hey JasonGilholme welcome to OH, the fact u actually have a taste in CRX well done! Your unique and different from the rest thats wat also owning a CRX is all about.
I love crx's from the day 1. My first car was a gen1 CRX and now my second car is currently a gen2 crx. Thou who knows what might be my third car? A gen3 crx heheh ;) just have to wait and see.
The apple doesn't fall far from the tree in the way that gen1 crx's and gen2 crx's are shaped and with gen3 i got no clue wat they were thinking.

yeh i would choose then gen3 (for its age as someone has already mentioned) but then again the gen3 was the sole reason why the CRX production was stopped. :P
yeah i reackon gen3 ruined it for CRX in general full stop. But never give up on wat u like man. Thats how its been for me and i loved CRX so much it didn't matter if my nissan friends said it's S*#@ cause quietly i think they can suffer in their jocks now that petrol prices are high. Which mean in return more money in my back pocket to do mods(modifications) and less on fuel compared to the boost commowhores(commodores).. point being is if u like the gen3 crx go for it.Read my story http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16262&page=7&pp=12

And as u say u can turn heads in a crx EXCON1 gen3 showcar @ autosalon
http://www.powerstudios.com.au/images/airbrushed_vehicles/hot_cars/large/exconcar3.jpg

Or even rip it up 400kw's by our very own JAMES in the BLKCRX @ autosalon dyno its all a matter of how much amount of money u have...

http://blkcrx.hondata.com.au/blkcrx/mas04/images/DSC01995.jpg

Join us @ www.crxaus.com (http://www.crxaus.com) for more info in terms specially for CRX's in Australia.

[Setanta]

Gen 2 = the prettiest Honda ever, excluding the S500/S600/S800. Gen 1s look damn nice too - a touch more aggressive if you can find an Si import.

Gen 3s are girly cars - up there with Celicas in the hairdresser stakes. Just because they have a B16A doesn't make them great - IMO they are a step backwards in evolution - get an EG Civic instead. Honda should be bitchslapped for the gayness that is the 3G CRX.

Personally, I'd have an order of preference as follows:

JDM EF8 SiR (Gen 2) glasstop CRX, Gen 2 SiR, Aussie spec ED9. JDM AT Si (Gen 1). EG Civic....



.... put on a dress and call myself Nancy and then cut my wrists for even considering a 3G Del Slow.

*Puts on flame retardent gear*

[Setanta]

is there a honda that isn't?

NSX
S2000
MDX
EF/EG SiR Civic/CRX
ITR
CTR (EK onwards)
AT Si Civic/CRX
City Turbo 2
S800 (for its era)
Gen 1 Civic RS1200 (for its era)

All have excellent power to weight ratios.

I left out the EK SiR/VTiR and Del Slow as well as the EM1 - as they are pretty hefty beasts in terms of weight.

I think you might need to actually research before showing your nubness :D

[lazymofo]

honda is the shitzzznit! :thumbsup:

[Setanta]

Honda sucks. It was once great, now it's a bland, insipid car maker.

They need a kick in the arse.

[civicdacbiet]

Both tegs (esp with front conversion) and 3g crx/sol get my votes in looks department. Wicked cars, except crx has 2 seats only, not functional enough for me. Luv it all the same, it's human nature to want something u cant have... bitch.

Any car will turn heads if u are willing to spend the money on it, so get something u truly like, not just for the image (although u should consider it). I say make a very informed decision, and i mean very very informed!!! (more reading 4 u). If u get something based on others opinions alone, chances are u'll get bored of it and it'll end up in the 4 sales section. Waste of time and money if u ask me. :thumbdwn:

[BSRacer]

You know what? Drive the car before you buy it. It could really influence the decision ie (handling, power to weight etc).

[**Ghost**]

Honda sucks. It was once great, now it's a bland, insipid car maker.

They need a kick in the arse.

i agree... if i was born later adn turned 18 today... i woudl be thinking mitsubishi and especially mazda to be the shizinit not honda

[ProECU]

Tuff call guys.

I cant say I agree. Honda build quality is superior

[8100rpm]

i hate when honda build a realy good concept and not make it production, eg:mugen legend. hate that!!!!!

[BSRacer]

Tuff call guys.

I cant say I agree. Honda build quality is superior

MUST BE NOTED!!!! I love my honda, was actually commenting on choosing gen2 or gen3 crx ;)

[Setanta]

Tuff call guys.

I cant say I agree. Honda build quality is superior

Superior to a Hyundai maybe, but give me a decent car over supposed, debatable "superior build quality" any day of the week.

Personally, I rate the build quality on a Mazda or Lexus or Subaru or Nissan or top line Falcodore on a par with Honda - and in some cases I'd rate it well and truly above what we see in Australia.

[ProECU]

Whatever...

sell your Honda and buy a holden then so we can all laugh at you

[**Ghost**]

Superior to a Hyundai maybe, but give me a decent car over supposed, debatable "superior build quality" any day of the week.

Personally, I rate the build quality on a Mazda or Lexus or Subaru or Nissan or top line Falcodore on a par with Honda - and in some cases I'd rate it well and truly above what we see in Australia.

i dunno about build quality... but for a driver's car, there will be no affordable ones by honda in australia next eyar after the teggy is discontinued without replacement (s2000 being the sole exception)

and thats not looking at Australia neither...around the world Honda doesnt even exciting models not available in Australia...only one being a Civic Si... thats it... at least mitsu has eclipses, etc and even nissans have hot cars overseas

but unfortunately for deomestic or overseas...honda is the ultimate grandparents brand... most sporty car in lineup thats affordable (not s2000) = CRV Sport

[SlobberGoat]

...which is why (in terms of hondas) "olskool is the ONLY skool"

[Stabo]

Sweet Gen III :) Get one dude you won't be dissapointed...

http://www.users.on.net/%7Estabo/GenIII.jpg

Then again, you could be even cooler with a Gen II

http://www.users.on.net/%7Estabo/Black.jpg

[Mr. Focus]

GEN II = HOT!!! thats the fibremotive CRX. apart from the bonnet, that kits FRESH :D

[nedgeworth]

Gen 2 = the prettiest Honda ever, excluding the S500/S600/S800. Gen 1s look damn nice too - a touch more aggressive if you can find an Si import.

Gen 3s are girly cars - up there with Celicas in the hairdresser stakes. Just because they have a B16A doesn't make them great - IMO they are a step backwards in evolution - get an EG Civic instead. Honda should be bitchslapped for the gayness that is the 3G CRX.

Personally, I'd have an order of preference as follows:

JDM EF8 SiR (Gen 2) glasstop CRX, Gen 2 SiR, Aussie spec ED9. JDM AT Si (Gen 1). EG Civic....



.... put on a dress and call myself Nancy and then cut my wrists for even considering a 3G Del Slow.

*Puts on flame retardent gear*

Couldn't of said it better myself!!

Have a look in the Upcoming Events section at the honda in the hills run coming up. Maybe you'd be interested to come along and take a ride in a couple of different models to get a feel for them :)

[DLO01]

Couldn't of said it better myself!!

Have a look in the Upcoming Events section at the honda in the hills run coming up. Maybe you'd be interested to come along and take a ride in a couple of different models to get a feel for them :)
Pitty theres only one Gen 3 though, being me, and I don't think its a good indication of how a stock Gen 3 is like. :D

[incoming]

my experience with gen 3 is the rubber surround for the window cracks alot
and the rubber surround for the targa top cracks too

[Mr. Focus]

Pitty theres only one Gen 3 though, being me, and I don't think its a good indication of how a stock Gen 3 is like. :D


hahaha and this i can vouch for!! dean has one of the HOTTEST Gen 3's going. dont be shy dean, post up some pics :D

[nedgeworth]

well then he can see what he can make his into once he chooses a path, come on now i'm always right lol

[**Ghost**]

...which is why (in terms of hondas) "olskool is the ONLY skool"

i agree...

[Mr. Focus]

well then he can see what he can make his into once he chooses a path, come on now i'm always right lol

how can you be right, neal, you own a civic :p hahahahaha

[DLO01]

Sorry at work and busy, can't talk.

Heres a quickie:

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/DLO01/My%20Crx/Delsol1.jpg

[raff]

there a good car mate. i just sold my yesterday but i loved it. nice looking with the b16a you cant go wrong

[egSi]

del sols r good coz the share the same sussy as egs :thumbsup:

[bumography]

the gen2 crx looks very unique..
but the gen3 crx ALSO looks very unique.

You're either choosing oldschool or you choose the gen3
But when u get a gen3 andsomeone asks why u didnt get a gen2. You'd probably reply with.. "that cars too old!"

Only true enthusiasts can appreciate the older cars. :D:D:D:D

[BSRacer]

Only true enthusiasts can appreciate the older cars. :D:D:D:D

I learnt that the hard way, I love it now tho :D

[j3z3z]

Damn right old skool is cool. and fast 2

[pashka]

my opinion thats its a nice car that got some power and lke somone says gen3 CRX can look very mean
i bought ,y CRX not a long time ago and i am happy with that car the only one problem i got now is choose the style of it :) so a jep style with nice racing wheels and CB bonnet or put some chromies , drop it and do tan leather :)
still cant make up my mind

[JasonGilholme]

deans example is pretty well spot on to what i want. Not to "out there" on the kit but plenty of power and the subtle looks that go with it. I'd love to come to the honda's in the hills but i'll be riding in a grandma style holden barina. :(.

Top car dean. Definately what i want. the gen 2's aren't that bad. I find the shape apealing and wouldn't be scared to go the whole nine yards with it, but i love the gen 3 shape and always will.

any more pics of you CRX dean??

[DLO01]

Haven't really got many photos at work (where I am now).

The kit is a Mugen kit, front bar, side skirts rear skirt. It is subtle like Jase said, not too over the top, thats pretty much why I chose it. Theres quite a few other kits available, have a look at Carmate.

My kit is modifed a little. Front bar to accomodate the Front Mount, and I have also pumped the side skirts out a further 1cm at the rear.

Heres one of the rear.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/DLO01/My%20Crx/Delsol2.jpg

[DLO01]

Theres some more here:

http://www.qldstreetcar.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=7390
:thumbsup:

[z3lda]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v312/z3lda/sol.jpg

[egSi]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v312/z3lda/sol.jpg

:thumbsup:

[JasonGilholme]

Oi Seriously dean, that is one phat ride. It makes me wanna go and get a loan right now!!! hehehe. I love it i absolutely love it!!!. Can't wait to get one. Wanna get a white one, do the looks up first then go motor.

You've inspired me bro!! Really wanna see this car in action!

Thumbs up mate.

Jase

[Ferrari]

zeldas crx is hawt!

[JasonGilholme]

what one does zelda have?? any pics??

[Ferrari]

The red one in this thread, with integra fat fives and eg6 lip

[JasonGilholme]

oh ok cool.

[Mr. Focus]

id be assuming the one zelda posted

[JasonGilholme]

yeah, didn't notice who it was posted by. I thought it was another picture of deans..... my bad :/

[DLO01]

This is Richard's old Gen 3, also from Qld, he has sold it now.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/DLO01/My%20Crx/post-22-11083847840.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/DLO01/My%20Crx/post-22-11083847845.jpg

[CRXONE]

Damn thats one pimped out Del Slo