Thinking of getting an 08 SI Sedan

Big-Mike · 02-27-2007, 06:58 PM

When they come out of course...

This will be my 2nd post. Originally signed up in Aug 06 when I brought a 06 EX Sedan (check my first post).

I ended up taking it back next day. Didn't put miles on it other then driving it home from dealer. Didn't get charged anything..

Reasons for taking EX Auto back.

1) Inside I really wanted a manual but didn't know how to drive one
2) Credit was not great so although I could afford to pay finance charge without any problem I would've ended up paying so much more in the end that overshadowed the happiness of having the car and all I thought about was that.

Those are two main things. Have credit taken care of now, but I'll be buying the 08 Cash.

Just trying to decide on a few things.

To navi or not to navi? Had navi in my ex sedan. Liked it for the time I used, have to see how compatible it is with ipod though. Didn't find specifics yet, but from the threads I came across most say it doesn't work.

Ex sedan Manual or Si Sedan. That's my next thing. More powerful rare car that you really want or better gas saver as I drive a lot?

I'm about 99.999999999999999999% sold on the SI, but I'm like the members feedback on SI -vs- EX manual, and more importantly as this is the SI forum why you choose it. Also I know this has more then likely been asked before. I run a few non car related forums so I know how the search feature goes. Just trying to get active on site and get some insight as views change over time.

At time I made my first post had no idea I'd be back in my old car the next day. Love my current civic btw, will keep also. Just NEED a new car.

anwgo153 · 02-27-2007, 07:27 PM

Si sedan without a doubt I test drove one today and I have never felt such a smooth transmission in my life

Si sedan FTMFW!

:)

MBK · 02-27-2007, 07:43 PM

hybrid w/ EX wheels

SiCali · 02-27-2007, 07:45 PM

About the navi: While I do like having a navi, etc., i personally got one w/o it for the sake that I plan on getting an aftermarket setup some time in the future.

EX vs Si: It's really up to what you're willing to sacrifice. The EX will give you better gas mileage hands down, but the driving experience from an Si is a difficult one to pass up. I chose the Si simply due to the driving experience. The high speed turning, the screaming vtec, the LSD working over time, it's difficult NOT to redline it several times/day (beware of tickets tho hehe). On my Si sedan, I get about 25 mpg (50% city/50% hwy w/ a lot of short trips). If i take long hwy trips, i can get up to 30 mpg. I have heard of some people taking the EX for the gas mileage and slapping on some Si parts (i.e. Si rear sway bar) to give the aggressive cornering experience while maintaining a high mpg. The bottom line is think about what YOU want and what YOU can live with.

Big-Mike · 02-27-2007, 08:36 PM

Yea that's true. What it comes down to is what I want. I want the SI, that's what I'm sure I'll be going with. Gas is my main reason for wanting the EX, but I know I'll be kicking myself bad.

Never though of the Hybrid, I have a HX now though and I really hate CVT so I'll rule that out. Thanks for the suggestion though.

Appreciate any feedback on why you chose SI. Thanks for responses so far

JunkYardDawg · 02-28-2007, 01:10 AM

I chose Si for it's .91G ability on the skid pad. The thing handles unbelivable for a car in this class. This thing does not know what corners are, it handles them like they simply aren't there! A Great drive!

If it weren't for the Si, I wouldn't probably even own a Civic.

mattSi · 02-28-2007, 11:14 AM

I have an 07 Si Sedan w navi...and I love the car. It is a blast to drive and the power compared to my 00' Si (160 hp) isn't even comparable. I carpool to work so I only drive it 2-3 days per week depending on if I am MWF or TTH. I miss the car when I don't drive...but it makes me happy to know that it is sitting in the garage. The OEM navi is great. There are many debates on here about OEM nav vs aftermarket. I can break it down for you real quick. Those that have OEM love it and don't regret the choice..those that don't think its a huge waste of money and really want DVD playback. For me it completes the look of the car, is fully intergrated (voice command

) and adds a ton of sex appeal to the car. Also, the PC Card slot is awesome. If you are concerned w/ ipod integration...I say screw the aux jack or ipod connector thing (which is not a huge fave on this site anyway) and put your MP3's on the card. You have complete control of all your music from the steering wheel with Band/Song title visible on the nav sceen... and you can seperate into sub-categories. Whenever I get 1st time passengers they always comment on the nav and then are even more amazed by the PC card. Sorry I this got kind of lengthy, but I hope this helps.

mattSi · 02-28-2007, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JunkYardDawg

If it weren't for the Si, I wouldn't probably even own a Civic.

I completely agree with this... except delete the word probably..

Big-Mike · 02-28-2007, 11:47 AM

Yea I had an 06 Ex sedan so I got to get use to the Navi. I loved it. Wouldn't go aftermarket, OEM was perfect to me. If 160 to 197 you can feel a big difference then I wonder how it will feel from my 97 HX which has I believe 115 hp I believe. I'm sold on SI, can't wait.

For Ipod I thought about aux jack but then it doesn't really let you control songs on the screen (not sure if the ipod connector lets you either). PC slot should be good. Will see how the IPod goes but if all else fails that's not bad.

***whiterice*** · 02-28-2007, 04:16 PM

Don't waste your time on an EX...I went from a 98 Civic EX manual, motor swapped the JDM B16 (170 hp) with some mods, went to a 99 Audi A4 1.8T, and then to my 07 Si Sedan...I can't even explain how different it is. It's not just the motor, but the trans, LSD, suspension, interior...it's soooo worth getting the Si.

Stealthcivic · 02-28-2007, 04:23 PM

I am gettin the 07 si COUPE, I am one of those that prefer the coupe any day to a sedan, have you thought of the coupe man? As, for navi, I think it is a waste of cash, I go with the base model si with no adds and get the deal, I don't need navi, I know my city man.

***Freq18hz*** · 02-28-2007, 04:24 PM

If you are waiting till 08, wait until 2010, and get the Type-R.

-Freq

MBK · 02-28-2007, 04:25 PM

lol... i think the Si dash looks better w/o the nav anyhow... however this is not the case with the euro type R

Big-Mike · 02-28-2007, 05:06 PM

wait till 2010 lol. haha

well 08 will be released this year, 2010 will be released in 2009. That's too long a wait for me.

02-27-2007, 06:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
Big-Mike Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 192 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Thinking of getting an 08 SI Sedan When they come out of course... This will be my 2nd post. Originally signed up in Aug 06 when I brought a 06 EX Sedan (check my first post). I ended up taking it back next day. Didn't put miles on it other then driving it home from dealer. Didn't get charged anything.. Reasons for taking EX Auto back. 1) Inside I really wanted a manual but didn't know how to drive one 2) Credit was not great so although I could afford to pay finance charge without any problem I would've ended up paying so much more in the end that overshadowed the happiness of having the car and all I thought about was that. Those are two main things. Have credit taken care of now, but I'll be buying the 08 Cash. Just trying to decide on a few things. To navi or not to navi? Had navi in my ex sedan. Liked it for the time I used, have to see how compatible it is with ipod though. Didn't find specifics yet, but from the threads I came across most say it doesn't work. Ex sedan Manual or Si Sedan. That's my next thing. More powerful rare car that you really want or better gas saver as I drive a lot? I'm about 99.999999999999999999% sold on the SI, but I'm like the members feedback on SI -vs- EX manual, and more importantly as this is the SI forum why you choose it. Also I know this has more then likely been asked before. I run a few non car related forums so I know how the search feature goes. Just trying to get active on site and get some insight as views change over time. At time I made my first post had no idea I'd be back in my old car the next day. Love my current civic btw, will keep also. Just NEED a new car.

02-28-2007, 04:16 PM	#10 (permalink)
*whiterice* audiophile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Big Rock, IL Age: 26 Posts: 332 Mike iTrader: 0 / 0%	Don't waste your time on an EX...I went from a 98 Civic EX manual, motor swapped the JDM B16 (170 hp) with some mods, went to a 99 Audi A4 1.8T, and then to my 07 Si Sedan...I can't even explain how different it is. It's not just the motor, but the trans, LSD, suspension, interior...it's soooo worth getting the Si. __________________

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anwgo153 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: hillside NJ Age: 24 Posts: 40 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Si sedan without a doubt I test drove one today and I have never felt such a smooth transmission in my life Si sedan FTMFW! :)

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SiCali Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 317 iTrader: 1 / 100%	About the navi: While I do like having a navi, etc., i personally got one w/o it for the sake that I plan on getting an aftermarket setup some time in the future. EX vs Si: It's really up to what you're willing to sacrifice. The EX will give you better gas mileage hands down, but the driving experience from an Si is a difficult one to pass up. I chose the Si simply due to the driving experience. The high speed turning, the screaming vtec, the LSD working over time, it's difficult NOT to redline it several times/day (beware of tickets tho hehe). On my Si sedan, I get about 25 mpg (50% city/50% hwy w/ a lot of short trips). If i take long hwy trips, i can get up to 30 mpg. I have heard of some people taking the EX for the gas mileage and slapping on some Si parts (i.e. Si rear sway bar) to give the aggressive cornering experience while maintaining a high mpg. The bottom line is think about what YOU want and what YOU can live with.

02-27-2007, 08:36 PM	#5 (permalink)
Big-Mike Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 192 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Yea that's true. What it comes down to is what I want. I want the SI, that's what I'm sure I'll be going with. Gas is my main reason for wanting the EX, but I know I'll be kicking myself bad. Never though of the Hybrid, I have a HX now though and I really hate CVT so I'll rule that out. Thanks for the suggestion though. Appreciate any feedback on why you chose SI. Thanks for responses so far

02-28-2007, 01:10 AM	#6 (permalink)
JunkYardDawg Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 8 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I chose Si for it's .91G ability on the skid pad. The thing handles unbelivable for a car in this class. This thing does not know what corners are, it handles them like they simply aren't there! A Great drive! If it weren't for the Si, I wouldn't probably even own a Civic.

02-28-2007, 11:14 AM	#7 (permalink)
mattSi Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: AZ Age: 25 Posts: 777 Matt iTrader: 1 / 100%	I have an 07 Si Sedan w navi...and I love the car. It is a blast to drive and the power compared to my 00' Si (160 hp) isn't even comparable. I carpool to work so I only drive it 2-3 days per week depending on if I am MWF or TTH. I miss the car when I don't drive...but it makes me happy to know that it is sitting in the garage. The OEM navi is great. There are many debates on here about OEM nav vs aftermarket. I can break it down for you real quick. Those that have OEM love it and don't regret the choice..those that don't think its a huge waste of money and really want DVD playback. For me it completes the look of the car, is fully intergrated (voice command ) and adds a ton of sex appeal to the car. Also, the PC Card slot is awesome. If you are concerned w/ ipod integration...I say screw the aux jack or ipod connector thing (which is not a huge fave on this site anyway) and put your MP3's on the card. You have complete control of all your music from the steering wheel with Band/Song title visible on the nav sceen... and you can seperate into sub-categories. Whenever I get 1st time passengers they always comment on the nav and then are even more amazed by the PC card. Sorry I this got kind of lengthy, but I hope this helps.

02-28-2007, 11:47 AM	#9 (permalink)
Big-Mike Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 192 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Yea I had an 06 Ex sedan so I got to get use to the Navi. I loved it. Wouldn't go aftermarket, OEM was perfect to me. If 160 to 197 you can feel a big difference then I wonder how it will feel from my 97 HX which has I believe 115 hp I believe. I'm sold on SI, can't wait. For Ipod I thought about aux jack but then it doesn't really let you control songs on the screen (not sure if the ipod connector lets you either). PC slot should be good. Will see how the IPod goes but if all else fails that's not bad.

02-28-2007, 04:23 PM	#11 (permalink)
Stealthcivic Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Southeast U.S. Posts: 459 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I am gettin the 07 si COUPE, I am one of those that prefer the coupe any day to a sedan, have you thought of the coupe man? As, for navi, I think it is a waste of cash, I go with the base model si with no adds and get the deal, I don't need navi, I know my city man.

02-28-2007, 04:24 PM	#12 (permalink)
*Freq18hz* car salesman beware Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: San Jose, CA Age: 29 Posts: 862 iTrader: 0 / 0%	If you are waiting till 08, wait until 2010, and get the Type-R. -Freq

02-28-2007, 04:25 PM	#13 (permalink)
MBK Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Park Ridge Posts: 6,589 Mike iTrader: 3 / 100%	lol... i think the Si dash looks better w/o the nav anyhow... however this is not the case with the euro type R

02-28-2007, 05:06 PM	#14 (permalink)
Big-Mike Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 192 iTrader: 0 / 0%	wait till 2010 lol. haha well 08 will be released this year, 2010 will be released in 2009. That's too long a wait for me.