Hot hatches can be some of the most satisfying driver’s cars that money can buy. They might not possess the outright performance of a muscle car, but they are an enormous amount of fun when pointed at a piece of twisting road. They are also a fantastic weapon when tackling the cut-and-thrust of city traffic. This 1987 Honda CR-X Si is an excellent example of a hot hatch, and it is in better than average condition. A bonus is the fact that a complete parts car is included in the sale. The Honda is located in Port St. Lucie, Florida, and has been listed for sale here on Barn Finds Classifieds. You can take this little cutie home by handing the owner $9,500.

The Victoria Red CR-X presents nicely and is in better than average condition for its age. It did receive at least a partial repaint when in possession of a previous owner. This has held up well, with no significant issues present. The owner admits that it has a few minor dings and marks, but this is all part-and-parcel of 33-years of active service. There are no rust issues, with the panels looking straight, and panel gaps that are tight and consistent. The external plastic trim shows no signs of deterioration, while the alloy wheels and glass seem to be free from visible defects. The inclusion of a power sunroof should make for some pleasant motoring on those warm and sunny days.

The ’87 CR-X Si is a pocket rocket and is typical of the hot hatch philosophy. The 1,488cc 4-cylinder engine is only producing 91hp, but it is also only moving a paltry 1,953lbs. As a result, this car would be capable of romping through the ¼ mile in 17.5 seconds. The willing horses from this engine find their way to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission, while sports suspension should result in a car that feels like a go-kart when pointed at twisting bitumen. When the current owner purchased the CR-X 5-years-ago, he handed it to a Honda specialist to undertake a comprehensive service and check. This individual looked after these cars when they were new, so is a person who knows their way around these little classics. Since then, the Honda has only accumulated another 6,500 miles on Florida’s roads. A parts car is also included in the sale. The condition of this looks quite reasonable, and it is finished in the same shade of Victoria Red as this car. It ran when it was parked in its shed 2-years-ago, so it might not take much work to breathe new life into that car.

If prospective owners of Hondas from the 1980s want to gain an insight into the life that the car has led, then they need to look no further than the interior. A new CR-X always had a stunning interior, but neglect and abuse can show pretty quickly. That’s not the case with this car, because the interior presents extremely well. The most vulnerable area is the upholstery on the seats, which can become worn and badly stained very easily. This upholstery looks nice, as does the carpet, door trims, and the dash. The Honda has been fitted with a dash cover, which should help to protect the plastic beneath. There is a small amount of wear on the wheel, but this is to be expected on a car of this age. As well as a sunroof, the CR-X comes equipped with intermittent wipers, remote exterior mirrors, a rear defogger, a digital clock, and an array of easy to read gauges.

The Honda CR-X is a great little car, and while it might not be blessed with masses of horsepower, what its little 4-cylinder engine possesses is delivered willingly. They are also extraordinarily economical, with the ability to produce consumption figures of around 38mpg. It is these characteristics that make them a firm favorite for commuter and city driving. Finding a good example today is becoming more difficult because their very nature attracted drivers who thrashed them within an inch of their life. This car has been treated with respect and should have many years of reliable and enjoyable motoring left in it. Enjoyment. Isn’t that what owning a classic car is all about?