ATTN: honda drivers, Why do you think your cars are fast?

[disarm]

I'd just like to know why you people that supe your honda's up think they are fast...

[Fierce]

I don't think my Honda is fast... I know my Honda is fast!

No seriously, I have a 98 Accord, and its not "suped" up (cept for the 800 watt stereo), but I know that my car is dependable and doesn't chug along when I am in the passing lane. I don't care if another car blows by me, I just want something that will run smooth and last me as long as possible!

[disarm]

I guess fast is a relative term. Your car may be fast compared to other 4 cylinders, but that is where it ends.

[disarm]

Nothing personal. I just cant see putting thousands into a honda and putting a gigantic wing on it, flowmasters and all of that. for that money I could build a small block that couldnt be compared to a 4 cylinder...actually I did that and for much less than what some people put into their cars

[ephmynus]

[quote]Originally posted by disarm:
<strong>Nothing personal. I just cant see putting thousands into a honda and putting a gigantic wing on it, flowmasters and all of that. for that money I could build a small block that couldnt be compared to a 4 cylinder...actually I did that and for much less than what some people put into their cars</strong><hr></blockquote>

Wow, you know, you have great perception. I didn't even notice until you said something that EVERY Honda owner rushes right from the dealership, straight to the spoiler shop and get a gigantic wing plastered to their car. Oh and do you see that EVERY person that owns a Mitsubishi Eclipse spends $1000 on rims as soon as they buy their car. Oh and EVERY person that buys and old GTO buys plush dice to put in their rear view mirror. Oh, oh and EVERY person that owned an older Nova put larger tires in the back and smaller ones in the front and EVERY person that had an older Impala slammed it to the ground. Are you picking up on my sarcasm yet because I'm laying it down pretty thick.

[disarm]

Point out where I mentioned "every honda" It should have been obvious I was referring to the "suped up hondas".
Hondas are fine cars of the lot. I wouldn't be ashamed to drive one.
But then I laugh when one pulls up next to me and starts revving it up. Pathetic really. Sounds almost identical to my first minibike I got way back when I was 7.

[Fierce]

[quote]Originally posted by Fierce1:
<strong>its not "suped" up (cept for the 800 watt stereo), but I know that my car is dependable </strong><hr></blockquote>

Hey Disarm, please reread what I wrote. My Honda is mechanicaly as stock as the day I bought the car. I could care less about how fast my car goes, as long as it gets me from point A to point B, thats all I care about. Why did I get a Honda, they are dependable, roomy for my needs, good resale value and a car I can drive and drive and drive.....

Don't take this as a flame back to you, just I am not a onda driver who thinks my car is fast....if you want a fast car, I'll post a pic of my buddies GS GranSport.

[Stalemate]

You will probably all get a giggle out of this, then: <a href="http://www.riceboypage.com/" target="_blank">Bryan's Rice-Boy Page</a>

[DFW_Tech_Kenny]

[quote]Originally posted by disarm:
<strong>Point out where I mentioned "every honda" It should have been obvious I was referring to the "suped up hondas".
Hondas are fine cars of the lot. I wouldn't be ashamed to drive one.
But then I laugh when one pulls up next to me and starts revving it up. Pathetic really. Sounds almost identical to my first minibike I got way back when I was 7.</strong><hr></blockquote>

"Diffrent strokes for diffrent folks"

Mostly the problem is that Honda's, Mitusbishi's, Toyota's, etc. are cheap, economical ( better mpg ), and cost much less to insure. Most teenagers would love to drive a fire breathing V8 RWD Mustang or Camaro, but they can't afford them. So what do they do? They buy an Eclipse, a Civic, an Accord, etc. and then "soup" them up with spoilers, wings, body kits, stickers, "fart can" mufflers, etc. to make them unique. They usually are faster than the average I4, but obviously no match for the majority of american muscle cars ( V8's ). Also most imports are nimble and do great on the twisties. I'm not an "import" type person. IMO, it has to have a V8 and RWD, so that is why I drive a '95 Mustang GT... for others looks are more important than power, so as I said before "Diffrent strokes for diffrent folks"

[disarm]

I reread it right after I posted my reply. All I read to start was the first line. In that case I didn't mean to flame. I wouldn't mind having a honda myself for a daily driver. I drive a 2001 S-10 currently. The thing is a piece of SH*T. It has had electrical problems since day 1. If I could I'd drive my car every day...gas cost way too much though. Gets close to 13 Mpg if I'm lucky. Here is a pic if you are nterested. <a href="http://www.wwcs.k12.in.us/students/williamsa/must.jpg" target="_blank">http://www.wwcs.k12.in.us/students/williamsa/must.jpg</a>
It was just a shell when I got it. Old cars are fun to drive.

[MacGyver]

I can see that:

A) This thread is going downhill real fast
B) There is absolutely no point to this thread
C) I don't care. AFAIC, you are fortunate to even HAVE a vehicle! I lived in Toronto for 4 years without one, and it wasn't fun.

[disarm]

LOL @ "fart can" mufflers.
That is the funniest thing I have ever heard.
I understand what you are saying. But if you can afford to soup them up maybe you could afford something a little better. It's different for me I guess. I grew up around fast cars. My dad has a 55 chevy, currently parked but he plans on putting a 454 in it. He also has a 68 camaro with a 350. He said next time he comes to visit his car is gonna be faster than mine. I can't wait. The father/son competition is great.
Growing up, I don't remember a single time where we drove into town in an "economy" car.
The S-10 I have right now is the last one I will ever own. I'm selling it when spring rolls around.

[Darren Wilson]

I am going to have to sell my NSX now then as it isn't fast

*Sniff* I loved that car

[[NeoZeeD]]

what kind of car you have disarm?

also if i can afford a better car i would get me a bigger pick up and install huge rims and wheels and find your car disarm and run it over and crush it.
but for now im happy with my ford ranger. i dont like sports cars and i problably never will , i like sport utility cars or anything that is huge i guess but thats just me.

i was going to buy a honda but a pickup caught my eye. also i wanted to stear away from sedans or any small car.

[DonJ]

I agree Mac, this post was started so he could start flaming people who drive Jap cars...

Disarm, take your complaints to the Rice-Boy page referenced above...this serves no purpose on a Tech bullentin board.