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Old Jan 4, 2005 | 07:23 PM
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Okay guys and gals, I know that the cars are very much identical with exception of the VTEC engine in the GSR, but I have not owned an Integra that old before any wondered if there were any 'quirks' to either that I should be aware of?? Any model specific problems or glitches??

I am using the car as a winter/commuter car. My other cars I just do not drive in the winter time, and I have always had a soft spot in my heart for the '90-'93 Integras. There is an off chance that the car may see some track time if time permits, but for 99% of the time it is just driving long distances. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you in advance.
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Old Jan 4, 2005 | 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Meeyatch1
Okay guys and gals, I know that the cars are very much identical with exception of the VTEC engine in the GSR, but I have not owned an Integra that old before any wondered if there were any 'quirks' to either that I should be aware of?? Any model specific problems or glitches??

I am using the car as a winter/commuter car. My other cars I just do not drive in the winter time, and I have always had a soft spot in my heart for the '90-'93 Integras. There is an off chance that the car may see some track time if time permits, but for 99% of the time it is just driving long distances. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you in advance.
As far as glitches are concerned, all generations of the Integra were soundly built. Provided you keep up on maintenance and oil changes, their drivetrains will run strong for damn near eternity.

That said, the 2nd Generation Integra GSR is rare enough to deserve special care - if not outright preservation. For a general commuter car, I'd choose the GS. h: It will certainly be more affordable than the GSR (unless you find an extremely desperate seller).

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Old Jan 4, 2005 | 09:19 PM
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PGM-FI relays are notorious for malfunction on the G2's.
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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 03:51 PM
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I found a really cool '91 Integra LS Special Edition (all white on the outside) that has been a one owner car.....114,845 miles with service records. I have a feeling it will be in my garage soon.
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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 04:21 PM
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Made the call....bought the car. WOO-HOOO!! Another car to add to the collection and the sig!!
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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 07:02 PM
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If anyone knows where I can get a nice, clean, original, '92-'93 Integra GS-R, well I would like to get one of those as well. Thanks!
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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 10:28 PM
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money to burn? i'm envious...
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Old Jan 6, 2005 | 01:23 AM
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i somehow want to call BS. If all that money......buy a jeep or something for winter........
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Old Jan 6, 2005 | 02:16 PM
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You should have gotten a 92-93... they look better (front and rear bumper covers, taillights, and wheels.) Good find anyway.
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buy a jeep or something for winter........
AWD Civic Wagon.
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Old Jan 7, 2005 | 07:45 AM
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Originally Posted by meangreen96
i somehow want to call BS. If all that money......buy a jeep or something for winter........

You can call BS all you want....the car is in my garage regardless. Anyone who knows me knows I love Honda/Acura cars, and collect them.
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