Highlights
- Restored with refreshed bodywork & respray
- Retrimmed interior in Nappa leather
- BuddyClub alloys with new tyres
- Great, well-loved example of this capable coupe
- Timing chains and belts recently replaced
The Appeal
In the late 1980s, whilst European car makers were doing battle in the hot hatch wars, Honda mounted a rearguard action and, almost, swept the field. The CRX VTEC, a sort of coupe/hatchback hybrid, was more technologically advanced, distinctive, engaging and faster than virtually anything else on the market.
Beloved of enthusiasts, these cars are superb in standard form but also ripe for modification. This smart 1991 example sits somewhere inbetween, mechanically standard but with some tasteful modifications to dial up the drama.
It benefits from a bodywork refresh that included a full respray in attractive mid metallic blue. The interior has also been partially retrimmed in Nappa leather. Elsewhere there is a stainless custom exhaust, BuddyClub alloys with new tyres and even a new steering wheel.
It looks fantastic and is both usable and also perfect for classic shows.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 21st January 1991
- Originally from Ireland from where it was exported in May 2003
- We are told it could be returned to Ireland without having to pay duties
- Current owner for five years
- The seller has comprehensively maintained and restored the car as detailed below
- Last MOT expired 18th January 2020 at 166,820 miles with no advisories and few miles since
Notable maintenance work advised by seller:
- Recently resprayed across car
- Sills and arches replaced with new parts during restoration
- Timing chain and belts replaced less than 100 miles ago
- Front seats retrimmed in Nappa leather with model stitched decals
- New steering wheel
- Immobiliser fitted
- BuddyClub alloy wheels
- New tyres all round
- Stainless steel custom exhaust
The Condition
- Very smart car reflecting the recent bodywork restoration and fresh paint
- Condition reflects the recent work with few if any marks visible across paintwork
- Mainly standard car with some tasteful modifications
- Sits on new BuddyClub 16in alloy wheels which are unmarked and fitted with new tyres
- Sunroof model with panel in good order and roof similar
- Underside well kept with no structural advisories to report
- Interior very well kept and mainly standard but with retrimmed seats
- Front seats are particularly attractive with high quality finish and bespoke stitching
- The only demerit inside is a small tear in the base of the rear seat squab
- Fitted with a modern interactive infotainment head unit
The Mechanics
- 1,591cc B16A fuel injected VTEC Honda engine developing 150bhp
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Timing chains and belts replaced 100 miles ago
- These engines are renowned for their durability and ability to withstanding high mileages
- Stainless steel custom exhaust
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