I still have mine and I love it! 23 years old original with 119k miles, only owner. I think I'll keep her for a classic; She has never left me down! Looks just like this one here!!! BEAUTIFUL
I think the yen was extremely strong in the 90s which were the glory days for many of the major Japanese automakers. When the yen fell during their financial crisis in the 2000s, so did many of the fun models from Toyota and Honda. Nissan's models fell a bit quicker after their merger with Renault and Carlos Ghosn's cost cutting. Sadly, fun sports cars that were affordable seem to be behind us due to people's unwillingness to buy them, emissions restrictions, and increased R&D costs associated with both emissions and crash standards in the EU and in the US.
When I meet my now wife in college, she had a two year old 1997 Civic LX that I spend the better part of the afternoon installing a CD Player in. While the power wasn’t all that great, and the interior would look plebeian by today’s standards, it introduced me to Honda. It was a great car, and I enjoyed the precision and driving dynamics better than the Camaro that I had (I was into Camaro’s and other muscle type cars) while only an LX version. We both bought several Honda’s in the years to follow. We stopped and switched to a mixture of GTIs / GLI, a BMW, Ford (SUV), and have owned three Mazda CX-5’s since their release. Interestingly enough, we are taking delivery of our first Honda product in years next week - an Acura RDX Aspec. The Civic is all new next year, and I am curious to see what they do with the platform. I am also curious about the TLX Type S. That being said, cars in general are becoming really expensive, heavy, and loaded with tech feature to distract you from poor or not engaging driving dynamics. Yes, you might have more power, but everything else feels like an appliance. I will say though that my tastes have changed in two areas. That is, I don’t see a purpose for a two door only car anymore (unless it is truly a sports car). Circa the mid 2000’s or somewhere about then, there is really no improvement in driving dynamics and most coupes are just as big as their 4 door counterparts. Second, all the money is going into improving the driving dynamics of “SUVs” (if you can even call them that, most are just tall hatchbacks now with tires that I wouldn’t venture off the road with) to the point that with the better ones, the cars are stale and sloppy, and the handling dynamics for the street on the better SUVs is almost as good, if not better. So why bother with the car? Cars have to be truly sporty to keep them alive, so I am glad to see some of the manufacturers going in that direction.
Just bought a very clean, unmolested 2001 DB8 GS-R 2months ago tan leather was still mint. They still exist. Honda 4 life! This is my 15th or so Honda made car. My first was a 90 CRX back in highschool. I told myself this will stay in the family and be the last build. We'll see haha. Its getting expensive and parts are getting scarce. Its like owning a classic car at this point but worse. Nobody makes parts unlike Camaros and other classics you can catalog build. I also have a '18 FK7 SI, so much has changed since the earlier models its insane. I still prefer the weekend cruise in my Teg over the new Civic.
Going to university in Alberta I had a 91 Honda CRX Si. What a blast to drive. It’s sad that when my kids when they grow up, they won’t have the selection of fun to drive cars I had back then.🇨🇦
I have a 2000 integra base model that i bought new in 2000.... 375k Still going good...fun to drive..... my colleagues at work with almost new audi have more mecanical problems than me....maybe love the car too much.... Cant find anything interesting today.. Alot of gadgets today i find...
I recently sat in one of these at the junkyard. I was amazed how much leg room at the pedals it had for a 6ft tall guy. Modern cars don't have that space and are quite bigger outside. The seats were also very well designed for relaxed long drives. Same for the controls and driving position, everything at the right place. The only downside to me was the size of the steering wheel, a small sports one would have helped enormously with the handling feeling, but it would need an airbag (some aftermarket one had airbags). A shorter shift stick would also help - you forgot to mention how nice the shifting action feels like. Modern cars are not this well designed. And of course, you felt connected with the entire car while driving. Modern chassis have been strengthened up so much for rigidity and safety, you no longer feel the chassis flex, which was the key component for the way cars in the 80s and 90s felt when being driven. Wonder, does Honda still sell spare parts for these ?
Awesome! These came out during my late high school years and tapered off into my early work force years. Was the defacto sports car amongst my peers. The great views from the large windows you can’t get in todays safety laden cars. All for a reasonable price. Now people care more about apple or android availability in their micro suv. I need another drink 🥃
I just bought an s2000 ap2 with 60k miles, unfortunately selling my 95 acura gsr which I didn't ever think I'd sell it! Very fun light car, hopefully the nxt buyer doesn't rice it out as it's mostly stock.
One of the best driver cars ever made, from visibility, suspension, steering feel, performance, fun factor. This car is visceral, has character and gives you an emotion when driving them. Today’s cars just seem numb
I agree with you about past Japanese smaller cars. I bought an ‘87 CRX, with just over 200K kms, as a 2nd car ($500). It was cheap and ‘well used’... but I loved it. It was so fun, despite having no power and falling apart (struts, no heat, wipers - worked sometimes) But ... it always started and was always exciting to drive . Thanks for another entertaining video.
Love the review! I also miss these old cars. I have been searching for a long time for a clean stock GS-R and never could find one. I ended up getting a clean 2009 Honda Civic Si with the K20. Last of the "old school" Vtec where the crossover packed a punch and had a beautiful sound to it.
As someone who's first car was a used 89 Civic Si, then a 94 Civic Si, I miss they type of fun Hondas. The civics started getting too bloated for my taste, so I ended up with a 2012 Fit Sport which still feels and drives like those 90's Hondas. Not too sure how confident I am now with their tiny turbo 4 cylinder these days.
This vintage Integra wasn’t cheap when new, but I still remember test driving a bright red one with that pistol grip shifter. I had a 98 Prelude at that time, but was not a manual. Those were around $25k USD even in the 90’s.
Great video Zack. I just wanted to mention that nothing drives like an Integra. The current gen Honda Civic SI might have better build quality but they don't drive the same.
I bought my GSR about 4 years ago now with b20b swapped motor 2.0 liter such a reliable car I still haven't done anything else to it cuz it wont break :) shit my spark plugs are still alive
Emission laws, Safety regulations, Poor or average sale numbers, playing things safe and not taking risks in investing to something bold etc. Overall it's the corporate Honda really. Suddenly leaving F1 again. 2 gen NSX was supposed to be V10 etc.
The 2.0L turbo is still a great engine, and a worthy successor to the B and naturally aspirated K series engines. They sound great for what they are in comparison to the turbo offerings from other car makers. They won't rev to the moon, but hey, in an age where everything is going electric/hybrid, I'm okay with that.
The automotive industry these days have been really disappointing. I sure miss the good old days! The Integra and the Civic were tops on my list when I was younger, but I never ended up getting one.
You mention how you need to get a civic sport hatch back. They’re not the same experience either. They’re much larger and heavier, the feel is dull and they don’t have the same experience as these old cars. I just bought that exact same car but a 1999 in amazing shape with 0 rust and never winter driven. It’s a great driving experience and the car definitely speaks to you.
Had one of these new - teal. Loved the revs, shift snick snick, but at the same time I thought (especially in retrospect) it was overpriced for the content (stereo was especially poor), seating position was too low and I always hated the annoying window pully mechanism. (Disclaimer - what I really needed I realized was a 4dr, a size larger, a premium brand - and so I quickly discovered the virtues of buying 2 or 3 years old....)
I recall reading that Honda wanted to get away from the “import racer” image and focus more on eco friendly/family oriented cars. Heck, they were even modifying the Odyssey models during that time.
Nah, it’s missing Piano Black and Alcantera. 😉 Seriously though, I had a 1995 Integre and it was so precise and nimble. It was the first new car I bought with my own earnings, so I loved it more than the “nicer” cars I’ve owned since.
@@FayGyatMedea Hey I appreciate your lengthy response, if you were describing an air cooled 911 i would 100% agree but it is an Integra mate, so I don't think your logic applies here.
@@FayGyatMedea Canada, not a big Honda/Toyota FWD car fan. The best car I have ever owned was an e30 325is so I get your logic. Unfortunately most of the modern cars lack that "feeling" now but that does not mean E30 M3s are worth 70-80k. This collector bubble will burst soon IMHO.
@@FayGyatMedea I don't dislike older Honda's, the latest body is a different story, hideous. I had a '90 civic back in the day, enjoyed it. But I literally fell in love with the E30, I think it was decades ahead of its time. I should have kept the damn thing. When it comes to newer cars, I do like the Audis, compared to other Germans. I currently have a B8.5 A4. I had chance to drive the latest S4 for couple of days, I would consider getting it 2-3 years from now for half the MSRP.
Speaking of car companies stop selling affordable and fun cars to young buyers, I mean, look at the housing market in Vancouer and how it has influenced young people.
Funny thing is the Modding community always wants unmolested originals to modify. When they go too far and many do, it becomes a molested car (tracked, raced, auto X the living daylights out of it) with a never ending list of accumulated broken and dubious parts/AREAS to fix. Many at this stage want to find an unmolested one to settle and finally appreciate the car as is. But many cannot keep it together and do it all again like an addict (Mod, abuse, regret, search to start again, REPEAT). Genuine enthusiasts never wants a modified out car nor do they want their cars to go to a modder. Moders usually bluff to get the Enthusiasts to let go pretending they will keep it in good hands only to "Bwahahaha!!!" upon arriving home, as the garage door slowly closes behind them.
Lol i dont think that call is 100% original the speedometer doesnt belong in that car. No gsr coming out in 2000 is going 200 mph. I have a 2001 and my speedometer goes to 150.
I have a 2000 GSR bought in 2001. Still own to this day. They almost become a part of you! Amazing cars! Honda Family
I bought a brand new 2001 gs-r when I was 19. What a time to be alive back then, and what a great car!
Couldn't agree more!
You are blessed!!!
Yep. I bought a brand new 2000 GS-R when i was 19. Kept that thing for 20 years. It was a champ. Sold it to a kid who is taking great care of it
Love these ‘survivor cars’ series
I still have mine and I love it! 23 years old original with 119k miles, only owner. I think I'll keep her for a classic; She has never left me down! Looks just like this one here!!! BEAUTIFUL
Awesome car! I own a white 1999 hatchback GSR as well. It’s the first car I bought and still own to this date.
I think the yen was extremely strong in the 90s which were the glory days for many of the major Japanese automakers. When the yen fell during their financial crisis in the 2000s, so did many of the fun models from Toyota and Honda. Nissan's models fell a bit quicker after their merger with Renault and Carlos Ghosn's cost cutting. Sadly, fun sports cars that were affordable seem to be behind us due to people's unwillingness to buy them, emissions restrictions, and increased R&D costs associated with both emissions and crash standards in the EU and in the US.
actually, the japan was in crisis in the 90s
It looks great! Can’t believe how well the owner kept it.
Facts
literally, it’s hard for me to even comprehend
I have a stock 1997 gsr . I love the car.
When I meet my now wife in college, she had a two year old 1997 Civic LX that I spend the better part of the afternoon installing a CD Player in. While the power wasn’t all that great, and the interior would look plebeian by today’s standards, it introduced me to Honda. It was a great car, and I enjoyed the precision and driving dynamics better than the Camaro that I had (I was into Camaro’s and other muscle type cars) while only an LX version. We both bought several Honda’s in the years to follow. We stopped and switched to a mixture of GTIs / GLI, a BMW, Ford (SUV), and have owned three Mazda CX-5’s since their release. Interestingly enough, we are taking delivery of our first Honda product in years next week - an Acura RDX Aspec. The Civic is all new next year, and I am curious to see what they do with the platform. I am also curious about the TLX Type S. That being said, cars in general are becoming really expensive, heavy, and loaded with tech feature to distract you from poor or not engaging driving dynamics. Yes, you might have more power, but everything else feels like an appliance. I will say though that my tastes have changed in two areas. That is, I don’t see a purpose for a two door only car anymore (unless it is truly a sports car). Circa the mid 2000’s or somewhere about then, there is really no improvement in driving dynamics and most coupes are just as big as their 4 door counterparts. Second, all the money is going into improving the driving dynamics of “SUVs” (if you can even call them that, most are just tall hatchbacks now with tires that I wouldn’t venture off the road with) to the point that with the better ones, the cars are stale and sloppy, and the handling dynamics for the street on the better SUVs is almost as good, if not better. So why bother with the car? Cars have to be truly sporty to keep them alive, so I am glad to see some of the manufacturers going in that direction.
Just bought a very clean, unmolested 2001 DB8 GS-R 2months ago tan leather was still mint. They still exist. Honda 4 life! This is my 15th or so Honda made car. My first was a 90 CRX back in highschool. I told myself this will stay in the family and be the last build. We'll see haha. Its getting expensive and parts are getting scarce. Its like owning a classic car at this point but worse. Nobody makes parts unlike Camaros and other classics you can catalog build. I also have a '18 FK7 SI, so much has changed since the earlier models its insane. I still prefer the weekend cruise in my Teg over the new Civic.
Going to university in Alberta I had a 91 Honda CRX Si. What a blast to drive. It’s sad that when my kids when they grow up, they won’t have the selection of fun to drive cars I had back then.🇨🇦
I have a 2000 integra base model that i bought new in 2000.... 375k
Still going good...fun to drive..... my colleagues at work with almost new audi have more mecanical problems than me....maybe love the car too much....
Cant find anything interesting today..
Alot of gadgets today i find...
I recently sat in one of these at the junkyard. I was amazed how much leg room at the pedals it had for a 6ft tall guy. Modern cars don't have that space and are quite bigger outside. The seats were also very well designed for relaxed long drives. Same for the controls and driving position, everything at the right place. The only downside to me was the size of the steering wheel, a small sports one would have helped enormously with the handling feeling, but it would need an airbag (some aftermarket one had airbags). A shorter shift stick would also help - you forgot to mention how nice the shifting action feels like. Modern cars are not this well designed. And of course, you felt connected with the entire car while driving. Modern chassis have been strengthened up so much for rigidity and safety, you no longer feel the chassis flex, which was the key component for the way cars in the 80s and 90s felt when being driven. Wonder, does Honda still sell spare parts for these ?
Awesome! These came out during my late high school years and tapered off into my early work force years. Was the defacto sports car amongst my peers. The great views from the large windows you can’t get in todays safety laden cars. All for a reasonable price. Now people care more about apple or android availability in their micro suv. I need another drink 🥃
I just bought an s2000 ap2 with 60k miles, unfortunately selling my 95 acura gsr which I didn't ever think I'd sell it! Very fun light car, hopefully the nxt buyer doesn't rice it out as it's mostly stock.
What an amazing machine. Time capsule. All the love for this channel
One of the best driver cars ever made, from visibility, suspension, steering feel, performance, fun factor. This car is visceral, has character and gives you an emotion when driving them. Today’s cars just seem numb
Good point
Motormouth covers every vehicle I look up. Great work
I agree with you about past Japanese smaller cars. I bought an ‘87 CRX, with just over 200K kms, as a 2nd car ($500). It was cheap and ‘well used’... but I loved it. It was so fun, despite having no power and falling apart (struts, no heat, wipers - worked sometimes) But ... it always started and was always exciting to drive . Thanks for another entertaining video.
Miss my 98 GSR so much! Too bad it was stolen. Loved the way it handled, and performed just with wheels and an intake.
What a blast from the past! I always wanted one in the metallic turquoise that was offered back then.
I had a 98 4 door gsr as my first car. Funnest car I’ve had to date and I currently drive a 2019 civic type r
Nice review Zach. I have a 98 Acura Integra Type R in Victoria BC. The second one I have owned. A fun driving experience that I really enjoy.
Love the review! I also miss these old cars. I have been searching for a long time for a clean stock GS-R and never could find one. I ended up getting a clean 2009 Honda Civic Si with the K20. Last of the "old school" Vtec where the crossover packed a punch and had a beautiful sound to it.
As someone who's first car was a used 89 Civic Si, then a 94 Civic Si, I miss they type of fun Hondas. The civics started getting too bloated for my taste, so I ended up with a 2012 Fit Sport which still feels and drives like those 90's Hondas. Not too sure how confident I am now with their tiny turbo 4 cylinder these days.
I remember when I was in Cegep here in Quebec or Grade 12 for the rest of Canada, in 2001. Anyone who had this integra was the coolest guy in school.
This vintage Integra wasn’t cheap when new, but I still remember test driving a bright red one with that pistol grip shifter. I had a 98 Prelude at that time, but was not a manual. Those were around $25k USD even in the 90’s.
Great video Zack. I just wanted to mention that nothing drives like an Integra. The current gen Honda Civic SI might have better build quality but they don't drive the same.
Clicked on video because its acura Integra.
I own 2 integras. A 94 and 01
Great cars
Awesome video Zack! Takes me back to a much simpler time. Props to the owner for taking such good care of the car.
Miss driving my old 98 GSR.
Glad I own this Acura with Type R motor. Lovely unicorns
I would buy it and never ever sell it. Love these cars.
Just love my Teggy and the body style. A legendary Honda.
Nice car, great shape. I always thought the front was different without a grille. I couldn't get used to the look.
Had a 2000 LS model, but man fun car i miss it
Ya a shame Honda didn't keep the 2.2 L H engines. They would have had over 300hp today for sure and not those 1.5L hair dryer engines we have today.
I owned the first intergra when I was 20...it was a lot of fun
I have a 97 and at least once a month someone asks to buy it. They say it is hard to find them un-modified.
i have 99 GSR just like this in milano red i got 200k miles on it and dont plan on selling it not modded
Do you think Acura could release a modern day Integra?
Probably not anytime soon
The FK8 Type R is as close as you can get Turbo aside.
I bought my GSR about 4 years ago now with b20b swapped motor 2.0 liter such a reliable car I still haven't done anything else to it cuz it wont break :) shit my spark plugs are still alive
Ahhh this car is so awesome
The 90s and early 2000s Acura/Honda’s were cool. Now Acura isn’t anymore what happened?
Emission laws, Safety regulations, Poor or average sale numbers, playing things safe and not taking risks in investing to something bold etc. Overall it's the corporate Honda really. Suddenly leaving F1 again. 2 gen NSX was supposed to be V10 etc.
integra gs-r sports car survived clean
Such a beautiful car love me a gsr
The 2.0L turbo is still a great engine, and a worthy successor to the B and naturally aspirated K series engines. They sound great for what they are in comparison to the turbo offerings from other car makers. They won't rev to the moon, but hey, in an age where everything is going electric/hybrid, I'm okay with that.
The automotive industry these days have been really disappointing. I sure miss the good old days! The Integra and the Civic were tops on my list when I was younger, but I never ended up getting one.
You mention how you need to get a civic sport hatch back. They’re not the same experience either. They’re much larger and heavier, the feel is dull and they don’t have the same experience as these old cars.
I just bought that exact same car but a 1999 in amazing shape with 0 rust and never winter driven. It’s a great driving experience and the car definitely speaks to you.
Oh man! Give that a Flash, and it would open that up so much!
Looking for one of these or an RSX as a daily driver for work.
Thanks for this bit, IMHO a modern equivalent to consider would be the Civic Sport 2.0 NA 6spd - the visibility aspect
High school dream car 😍
I'm watching these videos so often because my dream is to get my L N & Full License and drive this car!
14th of November 2023 I will get that L ❤
Had one of these new - teal. Loved the revs, shift snick snick, but at the same time I thought (especially in retrospect) it was overpriced for the content (stereo was especially poor), seating position was too low and I always hated the annoying window pully mechanism. (Disclaimer - what I really needed I realized was a 4dr, a size larger, a premium brand - and so I quickly discovered the virtues of buying 2 or 3 years old....)
I recall reading that Honda wanted to get away from the “import racer” image and focus more on eco friendly/family oriented cars. Heck, they were even modifying the Odyssey models during that time.
Nah, it’s missing Piano Black and Alcantera. 😉
Seriously though, I had a 1995 Integre and it was so precise and nimble.
It was the first new car I bought with my own earnings, so I loved it more than the “nicer” cars I’ve owned since.
I got 3 of them I love'm they'll stay with me till the day I die
I've been trying to find one that isn't broken down or messed up with aftermarket parts.
That Car is Pristine!
This and the very last gen Prelude are very 😎
The interior looks exactly like my 1990 Integra, Which in my opinion looked a lot better.
Extra tire dressing..?
Yes!
At least the timing belt was changed. Couldn't pick out the date but it looks to be changed mid 20000kms.
What's the asking price for this?
What a beauty
I have a silver 2000 Acura Integra GS-R like this one but it is automatic instead manual. How much should I sell it?
I prefer the old instruments to what they have today.
Maybe I missed it, but how can you review a car like this and not talk about vtec.
Looks in very good condition
Must be in BC ...
I had a 2000 GS!
I too am sad that this era of the Japanese coupe/hatch isn't really around anymore. A notable exception might be something like the FRS/BRZ/86.
They are asking for $19k, I wonder what they are smoking at that dealership :/
@@FayGyatMedea Hey I appreciate your lengthy response, if you were describing an air cooled 911 i would 100% agree but it is an Integra mate, so I don't think your logic applies here.
@@FayGyatMedea Canada, not a big Honda/Toyota FWD car fan. The best car I have ever owned was an e30 325is so I get your logic. Unfortunately most of the modern cars lack that "feeling" now but that does not mean E30 M3s are worth 70-80k. This collector bubble will burst soon IMHO.
@@FayGyatMedea I don't dislike older Honda's, the latest body is a different story, hideous. I had a '90 civic back in the day, enjoyed it. But I literally fell in love with the E30, I think it was decades ahead of its time. I should have kept the damn thing.
When it comes to newer cars, I do like the Audis, compared to other Germans. I currently have a B8.5 A4. I had chance to drive the latest S4 for couple of days, I would consider getting it 2-3 years from now for half the MSRP.
How much did this sell for? Website doesn't say
Speaking of car companies stop selling affordable and fun cars to young buyers, I mean, look at the housing market in Vancouer and how it has influenced young people.
Awesome
💙💙💙
Great car.
just found one for 1,200$ with 243,000kms i really think i’m gonna get it
Corcars just sold it. They were asking $19,000 CAD.
Bro im trying so hard to get my license so i can finally drive one of ones i have
This is now worth an arm and a leg
I have one 😊
integra gsr available survivor
Let’s not forget that Honda also got rid of the s2000.
Is this car for sale?
Go to www.corcars.com
Do you sale it?
Go to www.corcars.com to find out about the car for sale.
i thought 2001 was the only year the gsr came in silver
There’s a 99 gsr by me, with 56k miles and they want $18,500USD lol
oh yes Andrew, and this is a good price, in 5 years will be 35k$, time to get it asap :)
There’s a GSR selling for 30k around me , bone stock
Worth every penny lol
Hey Zack check out Redline Reviews channel. He just reviewed a mint 1999 Prelude on loan from some Honda museum.
Funny thing is the Modding community always wants unmolested originals to modify.
When they go too far and many do, it becomes a molested car (tracked, raced, auto X the living daylights out of it) with a never ending list of accumulated broken and dubious parts/AREAS to fix.
Many at this stage want to find an unmolested one to settle and finally appreciate the car as is. But many cannot keep it together and do it all again like an addict (Mod, abuse, regret, search to start again, REPEAT).
Genuine enthusiasts never wants a modified out car nor do they want their cars to go to a modder. Moders usually bluff to get the Enthusiasts to let go pretending they will keep it in good hands only to "Bwahahaha!!!" upon arriving home, as the garage door slowly closes behind them.
honda got rid of those cars because they stopped caring about racing they only think about family cars now
VTEC yo.
integra gsr available surviver clean
integra gsr available surviver clean available ride
Weirdly enough, I saw one of these on the road today. Definitely, wasn’t a “survivor” car. More like a bad “Fast and the Furious” inspired car.
Lol i dont think that call is 100% original the speedometer doesnt belong in that car. No gsr coming out in 2000 is going 200 mph. I have a 2001 and my speedometer goes to 150.
Those are KMs, this car is in Canada... A whole world out there that uses metric. It's magic.
BC plates!!
"think about compact cars today with 170hp, most of them are around 145, 140..." Lol
Peak Honda
Rare car for sure.