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2003 Honda EP3: JDM or BUST |
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 The last car we featured was a total track beast with looks only a mother could love, and in spite of our love for track cars, we do still appreciate a car that looks good because we all know it's hard to show up on a first date with a lady and ask her to strap herself into a 5 point racing harness. We're not so much into tuned cars that have parts with no real functionality. So, here's Cristian's 2006 Honda Civic EP3. It has style, grace and most importantly has no parts that are disfunctional.
We sat down with Cristian and here's what he had to say:
How did you first get interested in modifying cars & tuning and at what age?
I first got into modifying cars about 2.5 years ago through my twin brother. He was in the process of building a 99 Civic SI (Em1) and his style and love for Hondas really inspired me to get into them. My parents bought me my first car right before I graduated high school. It was a 2003 BMW 325i. I hated it, totally wasn't me. I ended up having them sell that car and I purchased the ep3 completely on my own.
What drew you into tuning?
What drew me into tuning was the fact that everyone has their own unique style of tuning and putting together a car. I look at it as a form of art. I myself am an artist; I'm a graphic designer for a full media advertising agency, and building cars to me is an art. Going to a car show is a lot like going to an art show, but unlike a traditional art or music... you actually get the chance to speak to the artists.
What do you like most about the car you have now?
I really like how reliable the ep3 is and how practical it is. It has so much room for such a small looking car it blows my mind. The ep3 is my daily driver, so I am very happy that I can do a lot with it. I also like the fact that its a pretty rare car (for the most part) within the tuning community. I go to meets sometimes and I'll be either the only ep3 or one of about two or three. I'm a huge fan of rare things.
Have you had your car dyno'd? If so, what were the results?
Have no have my car dyno'd yet... but I plan on putting a JRSC inside of her very soon and it will be seeing a dyno before the year is out for sure.
What was your most memorable experience in the car?
I would have to say that my most memorable experience is hands down Import Alliance 2009. I debuted my current look for the first time there and it just got an amazing response. I ended up taking home first place in best stance and fitment and I also got to hang out with and meet a ton of amazing people that weekend. I will never forget it.
Do you race the car at the track? If so, what's your experience...how many years...etc.?
I have no tracked my car before. I'm currently not building it as a track car, more so a show car.. but it's possible for things to change in the near future. I've considered it highly. Espically after getting to ride in a few of my friends' cars around the track this summer at Import Alliance.
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Interior
Red Status Ring GT Bucket Seats (Fiber Glass Backing) /w Buddy Club Rails
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Carpet
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Floor Matts
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Door Panels
Spoon Sports Aluminum Shift Knob
JDM Trash Box
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Coin Holder
Broadway Wide Rear View Mirror
Audio
Alpine Type-S Speakers
Pioneer 50W x 4 Mosfet Head-unit
Exterior
Authentic JDM 2002-2003 Civic Type R Headlights
Authentic JDM 2002-2003 Civic Type R Front Bumper
Authentic JDM 2002-2003 Civic Type R Front Bumper Reinforcement Bar
Authentic 2002-2003 Mugen Front Sports Grill /w Emblem
Authentic Airwalker Japan Front Lip Spoiler
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Side Skirts
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Rear Bumper
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Rear Bumper Reinforcement Bar
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Rear Lip Spoiler
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Amber Side Markers
Authentic JDM Civic Type R Window Visors
17x8 17x9 5x114.3 +14 SSR Reverse Mesh
Volk Rays Extended Black Lugs
Vis Mugen Style Rear Spoiler
Spoon N1 Axle-Back exhaust
2006 RSX Type S 5-Lug Conversion
SPC Front & Rear Camber Kits
Suspension
Ksport 32 way Adjustable Coil-overs
Beaks Lower Tie Bar
Engine
Authentic Mugen Airbox
Spoon Sports Reservoir Tank Covers
Spoon Sports Billet Oil Cap
Spoon Sports Radiator Cap |
We look forward to seeing this EP3 with some more giddy-up and go, but for the time being Cristian will keep the women just where he wants them, in his seat.
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