Dude you got one of the best and most reliable cars on the market. I am a civic owner and have had the same 1993 model since 1999 and it runs perfect. Of course I gave some modifications just because I wanted more speed. I use to race imports. The SI kicks butt, so just learn how to quick shift and stop granny shifting, don't ride the clutch. And keep the tune ups and oil change on time. Dude your kids can be driving this car later and it still look and run like the first day you got it.