Hello,

I've recently decided to purchase a Gen2 integra, and while i know a little bit about cars, i was wondering if some of the Gen2 owners can help me out.

I seek your suggestions on things i should look for while purchasing a Gen2...

I.E. are there particular parts i should check for wear? I know the basics:

1. Check for fluid leaks
2. Check for rust
3. Check tire wear
4. Check for scratches on the underside
5. Check brake rotors/pads
6. Check body for rough spots, dents/dings/scratches
7. Check engine idle, clutch feel, gear shift,
8. Check electrics, lights/tail lights/ turn signals, etc

But i'd like some additional feedback as to things specific to the integra that may be a problem area to inspect.

Thanks for helping a Teg newbie out,

Buddha

 

I hope it's a manual because the automatic trannies they put in the DA integras are pieces of shit. Other than that if it is a 5 speed and a Honda you shouldnt have to worry about a thing. Oh yeah, make sure you check the timing belt. I personaly have destroyed 2 B-18a1's due to timing belt failure. But thats my procrastinating dumbass fault

 

Check passenger side floorboard for dampness/rust
Check spare tire area for same

Some owners never cleaned out the sunroof drains resulting in rust.

Check brakes thoroughly. Calipers, Rotors, and Vacuum booster prone to failure at this age but not that expensive or difficult to fix if there is a problem.

TIMING BELT. Big one. Get it changed IMMEDIATELY (if you buy). Do the water pump at the same time.

Get a compression check done.

Origional Shocks are usually toast. Also not hard or pricey to replace.

CV Boots/Joints. Shouldn't be any clicking in the turns. If there is, this can cost a few hundred to get fixed.

A/C and the HVAC controls. AC can cost alot to fix, especially if you need to update to new standard. Regular Freon is not available any more for our cars. Sometimes the HVAC controls don't cycle from defrost to floor or recirculate. Play w/the buttons. If they don't all work, that can cost a few hundred to fix also.

While your checking A/C turn on every electrical item you can find like rear defrosty, all lights, etc. As the AC cycles on and off the headlights shouldn't dim. They will flicker a little, but not dim. If they dim, while you are getting the compression checked ask for an alternator test too. Alternators cost alot.

Thats all I can think of right now.

 

fjm said it all I think... other than that get a Haynes or some kind of model specific manual and do all the maintenance stuff that you can understand and do, and remember that once things get a certain age they just need a little lubrication!
oh and welcome to HAN
you'll like it here. :wavey:

 

welcome to the integra world bro, you will have good help here trust me, all the guys here are awesome at helping newbies understand their car, hope you enjoy your new ride and post some pics when you can

again welcome and enjoy your stay

 

get a car fax. Also if you can climb under the car, take a look at the frame. Make sure it isnt bent in anyway. Look under seats for broken glass to make sure it wasnt wrecked. look for little things that you can throw at the seller to make them come off of their asking price. Smell the oil. If it smells burnt then you can say something about that. check headlights for cracks and condensation. If the engine bay has been cleaned then look behind the motor under the manifold to see what it all looked like at one time. If i can think of anything else, I will let you know. Be attendant at this forum and learn a great deal. Welcome to HAN and I hope you can learn what you need to know.