It's amazing how these cars are so much better then north american cars

This car is a very well built car, 4 cilinder get the job done, and has the bare minimum for Californians

its a great car

This car stock is quite a dream for most. It's got the high performance cam settings over 5600 rpm, and great low end torque and somewhat okay fuel efficiency for the lower range. The price of premium fuel will kick you in the ass, but the head turning sound of the cold air intake and performance exhaust as you race through all 6 gears in a close ratio manual transmission will make you look the other way at the pumps. The space inside is generous, fully adjustable buckets with telescopic steering make for a comfortable ride.
The car is extremely sensitive to elevation and cold/warm climates in relation to performance due to the tuning done in the k20Z3's.  Something to keep in mind. New owners should head over to 8thgen to get the full down on what your into with this. Temple of V-tec will also shed light.