Description
1986 Honda Civic Si E-AT
Exceptionally rare JDM 1986 Civic Si (E-AT) with the ZC1 DOHC engine.
Imported to New Zealand in 1992, then to the UK in 2013. I became the first UK registered keeper in April 2021.
This is a true Wonder Civic and a very clean, rust-free example of an iconic early ZC car. It spent years dry-stored and has lived in my garage for most of my ownership.
Engine / Electronics
ZC1 DOHC (non-VTEC) — factory Si engine
Converted to OBD1 using correct distributor + socketed P06 ECU
Running D16A6 base map (needs rolling-road tune to finish)
Fan switch circuit stopped working — manual fan switch recommended
Suspension / Chassis
BC coilovers
Rear beam camber plates
Gizfab adjustable panhard rod
New old stock radius arms fitted
New track rod ends (recent)
Wheels / Brakes
OEM Si alloys, professionally re-diamond-cut
Toyo R888R tyres (overkill for road but look great)
New brakes all round last year
C-hook front discs
Endless pads
New rear shoes
Body / Interior
Body refresh carried out to address ageing paint & small marks
Extremely clean underside & rear quarters — no rust
Slight damage to rear when the car was in NZ, car is straight and happy for buyer to fully inspect
Fog light integrated into reverse lens (red bulb)
Passenger seat currently fitted on driver side for moving the car
Condition & To-Finish
Needs rolling-road tune to drive properly
Fan control switch circuit wants attention (easy bypass)
Brakes bled
No MOT currently — would pass (happy for buyer to inspect thoroughly)
Sale Includes
Bucket seat
Photos/ videos of underside available on request
A seriously rare Civic with the right engine, clean chassis, and the hard work already done. Only needs final setup to be road-ready.
I can’t imagine you will ever see another for sale in the UK let alone a one in as good condition.
