1988 Honda Civic CRX Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 1988 Honda Civic CRX express a strong affection for this model, characterizing it as fun, reliable, and easy to maintain. Many appreciate its impressive fuel economy and handling capabilities, often comparing the driving experience to that of a go-kart. However, some mention issues with aesthetics and interior comfort, with a few noting problems such as lack of air conditioning and rust in older models."
Performance - Sky is the limit, you can make it what you want. A drag car, a nostalgic piece of automotive history, a road course racer, a daily commuter. Build - It's a HONDA nuff said. It's my first and definitely not my last Appearance - Love it. Cost of ownership - Relatively cheap, if it has been well cared for, mind you it's over 20 years old. Fun Factor - Sky is the limit. I love mine fun to drive, all around great daily driver or spirited driving car.
November 26, 2010This car was a clunker when I bought it for $1000 with a new cat back stainless steel exhaust. Over 5 years I had the rust repaired (well covered up with bondo), Installed a new clutch, timing belt, water pump, alternator belt, 3 alternators (gotta love the O'rielly warranty), new front brake calipers, pads, tires, taillight (was cracked from previous owner), radiator, stitched up both front seats, cleaned K&N filter, installed ceramic coated headers, im sure there is more I am forgetting. All in all I put 80,000 hard miles on this vehicle, taught 2 people how to drive a stick on it, got 40 mpg, and it never left me stranded. This vehicle is a great example of Honda quality and engineering.
September 6, 2009japanese sports on a budget, drives like a go-cart
January 13, 2008What owners say
Performance - Sky is the limit, you can make it what you want. A drag car, a nostalgic piece of automotive history, a road course racer, a daily commuter. Build - It's a HONDA nuff said. It's my first and definitely not my last Appearance - Love it. Cost of ownership - Relatively cheap, if it has been well cared for, mind you it's over 20 years old. Fun Factor - Sky is the limit. I love mine fun to drive, all around great daily driver or spirited driving car.
November 26, 2010This car was a clunker when I bought it for $1000 with a new cat back stainless steel exhaust. Over 5 years I had the rust repaired (well covered up with bondo), Installed a new clutch, timing belt, water pump, alternator belt, 3 alternators (gotta love the O'rielly warranty), new front brake calipers, pads, tires, taillight (was cracked from previous owner), radiator, stitched up both front seats, cleaned K&N filter, installed ceramic coated headers, im sure there is more I am forgetting. All in all I put 80,000 hard miles on this vehicle, taught 2 people how to drive a stick on it, got 40 mpg, and it never left me stranded. This vehicle is a great example of Honda quality and engineering.
September 6, 2009japanese sports on a budget, drives like a go-cart
January 13, 2008my car is a dx so it came with a 98 hp carb. engine. it is pretty slow for now. it has 220k on it, but hondas build the best engine heads so this thing will run forever. i get around 30-35 mpg. its a good gas saver. the interior is nice i put seat covers on the stock seats. theyre pretty comfy. overall the crx is a very good car.
September 1, 2009It had 236,000 miles on the car, and we dyno'd it. It measured 100 hp at the wheels. That means that after that many miles the engine was solid as ever.
March 1, 2008This car gets me more questions and offers than anything I've ever owned. People seems to have a very strong overwhelming feeling about the CRX si enough that at least once a week somebody ask me about it when I'm filling up the tank which is only once a week (41mpg). Which only makes me want to keep it more. Why back in 1988 could we make a car (non-hybrid) get 40-42mpg but 25 years later we feel lucky to achieve that...heck we brag about it in commericals.
July 23, 2013I love this car, Handles like a go-kart while getting excellent gas mileage and above average acceleration. I plan on making a mini me, Or a B series swap by the end of summer. The cars in good shape, Just working on some rust removal, Its a 1988 Y-49 so it has "the curse" which to me is just rust!
December 30, 2009Best little damn car ever! I always had the si's - Recaro seats with side bolsters, great ergonomics - handles like a go cart - fantastic gas mileage.... FUN FUN FUN! I had 4 of them over a period of several years, (2nd gen - 88 - 91) and may go back again! (it's an illness other CRX fans may understand!) Also - they are great for sound systems because of the tight quarters. :) 88 was the only year that didn't have the passive restraint attached to the door - it weighed less, and was the best for a track car..... but the 90 and 91 had disc brakes all around.... their all good, though!
August 8, 2008Test drove the original CRX back in the 80's and always wanted one. I guess I am re-living my youth, but hey, I am loving it. What a fun car, easy to maintain with great Honda reliability. I had this one re-painted monotone which I like. There are a few things that need some attention, but the interior is near perfect and air blows COLD! Gotta love the original pocket rocket.
January 9, 2012car handles like a street legal go kart put a bigger honda motor in it and damn you will have one hell of a car. car is very fun to drive..performance can be built to make any body happy
February 14, 2011
