This second-generation Acura Integra is described as being a survivor-grade specimen owned by the proverbial little old lady. Mileage is reported as being a tick below 100,000, and this example is equipped with the preferred manual transmission. Really, any Integra generation is prone to being abused by young drivers, but the second generation cars seemed to be eliminated from the general vehicle population once Fast and the Furious debuted on the big screen. The seller notes there is minimal rust on the car, with some corrosion noted in both rockers behind the front wheels. Overall, if you’ve been hunting for one of these, it’s unlikely you’ll find another example this clean anytime soon. Find the Integra here on eBay with a Buy-It-Now of $6,999 and the option to submit a best offer.
The Integra is the base model trim, noted as being an “RS.” The hot ticket was, of course, the original GS-R, with featured a robust B17A1 four-cylinder with close to 160 b.h.p. out of the box. While the RS makes less power, this generation of Honda and Acura products was celebrated for offering stirring performance across the product range. Coupled with the smooth-shifting manual gearbox, these cars were a joy to hustle on backroads. The body appears to be in excellent condition, and it looks like door-edge protectors helped keep parking lot door bashers at bay. Shockingly, the Integra retains its factory exhaust and muffler.
The interior features nicely bolstered bucket seats and the dreaded automatic seatbelts. The interior was very driver-focused, and a far cry from modern cockpits laden with airbags, touchscreens, and steering wheels with far too many controls. The seller notes this Integra is fitted with aftermarket cruise control that was installed shortly after purchase, and aftermarket stereo components. Door panels are said to remain in excellent shape, which is of little surprise considering how well the interiors of Hondas and Acuras of this generation age. They are sort of like the Mercedes W123 cabins of the late 1990s. The dash shows no signs of cracks.
Pictures of the engine bay are limited, but the 1.8L DOHC engine is said to run well. The hood shows original engine diagram stickers and the seller notes there’s a Ziebart sticker that affirms the Integra was equipped with undercoating when new. There’s no mention of any recent maintenance conducted at the hands of the seller, but he does note the Integra was being used daily for six months until they put it in storage in preparation for sale. Hopefully, the low miles and time-warp condition indicate the long-term owner was a regular fixture at the local Acura dealership to keep their pride and joy in tip-top shape. Radwood approved!
I had a white 1992 Integra with a 5-speed. Still the best car I’ve ever owned…
Could those be glass headlite covers? I think some early cavaliers had those(never cloud or yellow!) before they put plastic ones on later ones.
Odd an Acura would have a hood prop rod. Should there be hood insulation here?, tho i never understood the reasoning for that.
Back then, lots of drivers did not bother to put the separate lap belt on – very dangerous!
If an automatic seat belt motor fails, can you get a replacement or get the old one fixed? I suppose conventional combination lap shoulder belts can be fitted – at least very basic aftermarket ones with no inertia/freedom of movement mechanism.
Today, Acura does not even HAVE a 2 door, other than the NSX.
If they still made a 2 door Integra, say a little under $20k, would there not be big sales, or are today’s young people only interested in smart phones?
Honda / Acura warrantys the seat belts for life, because of obivious saftey reasons. I had a 92 integra gs and drivers side stopped working, took it to the dealer and the fix was free. And yes the headlamps are all glass including the inner fog lamps, just the corner marker/turn signal are plastic
I sometimes work at the local track doing tech, you would be surprised how often cars with this configuration of seatbelt are missing the lap portion. You learn very quickly to check both driver and passenger side. In almost every case you get lip from the owner when you inform them they need to fix it before you will sign their tech card.
Steve R
The Little Old Lady From Pasadena
(Go Granny, go, Granny, go, Granny, go)
Has a pretty little flowerbed of white gardenias;
(Go Granny, go, Granny, go, Granny, go)
But parked in a rickety old garage,
There’s a … wait, what??
So this has a BIN of $6999, or would you rather have that ‘80 Citation X11 for over 12K…. Hahaha. These were rev happy and fun to drive. Envious of next owner big time.
Some people get lucky with cars and some don’t. I’m sure more than a few people traded in some very desirable iron on new Citations. Imagine being the guy who traded a 1970 Chevelle SS 396 AND wrote a check, thinking they were being all progressive and modern.
I mean, it’s great you like this car and all but why bash the guy who babied a 1980 Citation as his dream car for 40 years? It was probably an exciting purchase. And he didn’t know at the time it was actually a Shytation. So let’s show a little respect for his loyalty.
And I LIKE X11’s… I was just commenting on what you got for your money, not knocking Citations. Some people hate the cars I like…
Yeah, I like the 1981-84 version. The 1980 was essentially a tape package on the crappy 1st year model. But let’s respect the loyalty here. That’s all I’m saying.
Was the GS-R engine a completely different engine to this one?
Yes, the GS-R was only available for ’92-93 in the US and got a 1.7L B17A1 engine with VTEC good for 160 bhp @ 7600 rpm, 117 lb⋅ft @ 7000 rpm, and an 8000 rpm redline.
The other variants got a non-VTEC 1.8L B18A1 engine good for 140 bhp @ 6300 rpm, 126 lb⋅ft @ 5000 rpm, and a 6700 RPM redline in ’92-93, or only 130 bhp @ 6000 rpm, 121 lb⋅ft @ 5000 rpm, and a 6500 rpm redline in ’90-91.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_B_engine
Even with the awful seatbelts, this is nice find. If it was closer I’d check it out.
Sure it’s not the GS-R, but if someone was looking for a reliable commuter that was still capable of being tossed around from time to time, you could do a lot worse. At least until it gets stolen, which in some areas (even near me) is not unlikely.
This strikes me as a great deal. Much like mid to late 80’s accords, These were some of Honda’s best interiors. Clean and tidy, wish I could park this in my garage.
Another used car from eBay….barn find indeed….
Another awesome find YES. At least it isn’t another corvette or Tri-Five. or maybe you too would rather have the Citation featured?
People forget that the first year Citation won Motor Trend car of the year. Also how many other “Car of the Year ” awards went to crappy cars from GM. Including the Vega. The Citation was a better car the the Vega which isn’t saying much.
SOLD for $5,499.