Osaka

About Build

This Civic is my ongoing project, and the goal is to keep it clean, usable, and fun to drive, not just something that looks good in photos. Right now it sits on Ksport coilovers, so I can dial in the ride height and stiffness depending on whether I’m daily driving or doing spirited runs. The car sits lower and flatter through corners, and it just feels more planted and responsive compared to stock.

For grip, I’m running Champiro SX2 tires, which give the car a lot more confidence when turning in or accelerating out of a corner. They have that ultra-high-performance feel, so combined with the coilovers, the chassis feels much more hooked up and direct. The wheels are Rota IKF2s, which match the lines of the car nicely and fill out the arches without looking overdone, especially with the lowered stance.

On the performance side, it has an HKS muffler with a full exhaust done by JDMuffler, so the car breathes better and has a deeper, sportier tone without being obnoxious. It wakes up the driving experience, especially when the revs climb. I also added a Honda throttle booster, which really sharpens pedal response and makes the car feel more eager when I get on the gas. It’s a small change on paper, but behind the wheel it makes a big difference in how alive the car feels.

There are a few simple but meaningful details too. Inside, there’s a carbon fiber shift knob that gives a more solid, sporty feel every time I change gears. Outside, a carbon fiber chin subtly changes the front look, making the car appear lower and more aggressive without going overboard.

Overall, it’s not a wild build, but it’s exactly where I want it right now: a clean, responsive Civic that’s fun to drive every day and still has plenty of room to grow as the project continues.