A 200k-Mile, 34-Year-Old Honda Civic Si Sold For S2000 Money
A stock, unmolested 1991 Civic Si is a rare sight, which should explain why someone paid S2000 money for it
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by Michael Gauthier
An unremarkable 1991 Honda Civic Si recently sold for $12,100 on Cars & Bids.
There was a flurry of late bidding that drove the price up thousands of dollars.
The classic Honda has 191,855 miles on it and was once driven by Doug DeMuro.
The Honda Civic has long been the go-to answer for anyone seeking a car that simply works. Endlessly reliable, affordable, and practical, it’s never been flashy, but it’s always there when you need it. Of course, Honda has occasionally dialed things up, most recently with the 315 hp (235 kW / 319 PS) Civic Type R—a hot hatch that’s a lot more than just dependable.
However, we’re scratching our heads over this 1991 Civic Si, which sold for $12,100 on Cars&Bids. It has 191,855 miles (308,761 km) on the odometer, and its biggest claim to fame is that it was in a Doug DeMuro video.
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That’s not a stellar pedigree, but the Rio Red hatchback appears to be in remarkable condition given its age and mileage. However, the seller noted the car is far from perfect as there are “some chips, scratches, blemishes, and faded paint.” There’s also a “ding” on the driver’s side as well as some other imperfections.
As for what factory equipment the car has, there’s not much besides a power sunroof and 14-inch steel wheels. They’re joined by mud flaps, a rear wiper, and a classic economy car shape.
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The interior is about as plain as the exterior, but highlights include two-tone seats and an AM/FM audio system with a cassette player. They’re joined by crank windows as well as manual locks. While the interior looks pretty good, there’s some worn upholstery and trim.
Motivation is provided by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 108 hp (81 kW / 110 PS) and 100 lb-ft (135 Nm) of torque. It’s connected to a five-speed manual that sends power to the front wheels. That’s not exactly a thrilling combination, and the seller noted a small oil leak as well as corrosion on the exhaust.
Given all of this, it’s surprising to see the car sell for so much money, especially when an S2000 went for $12,750 last August on BaT. However, that S2K had 185,000 miles on it and doesn’t have quite the same retro charm.
