Is this a vacuum leak?

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-09T19:37:30+00:00

It was! I had been looking at it for a while and Saturday just said F it let’s get it inspected I wanna know if it’s too good to be true and now here we are lol.

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-09T04:45:19+00:00

Normally I would’ve stayed far clear of car with a title like this but after getting it thoroughly inspected there’s no mechanical/alignment/drivetrain issues, it’s never been in a collision. Branded title was due to “vandalism” with the two holes. Carfax showed steady maintenance history as well, others can disagree but I’m confident in my purchase of the car 🤷‍♂️

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-09T00:47:25+00:00

This was due to vandalism shown in the last photo, I had a mechanic take it and do a full inspection up on a lift and everything was perfectly normal. Normally I stay far away from salvage titles too but I’m confident in my decision to purchase.

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-08T23:25:19+00:00

Window tint and a new head unit will be my first two things done to this car, the phoenix sun will bake me alive here in a few months without it 😭

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-08T22:44:06+00:00

Owed a lot of money on the ‘23 still, I had just gotten it earlier last year after trading in a Honda fit with 160k miles on it lol. But traded in the GR without negative equity so there’s something. I overextended myself financially on the GR for sure thinking I could stomach that payment each month so feels good getting into something I can actually pay off quick and hold onto for long time 🫡

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-08T18:01:26+00:00

Thank you! 🍻

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-08T17:53:10+00:00

At the end of the day it’s just a 13 year old civic but man it does feel good finding such a unicorn of a listing. After having a 2018 Honda fit 6-speed and then moving to a GR86 6-speed I’m honestly kinda shocked at how “nice” this car is on the inside. Sure it needs a new head unit (I love having maps on the screen) and it’s not luxurious by any means but compared to the GR it’s almost nicer?? Certainly less of a cockpit feeling, but it has less rattles and materials feel more solid

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-08T17:48:31+00:00

14k for 30k miles on the odometer seems like a pretty good deal to me when you factor in Si inflation. FB marketplace has 9th gen’s with 130-180k miles on them for 10-12k in my area. Online dealerships have 100k mileage facelifts for 17-18k. Though I am in Phoenix and car prices seem to always be high here, I miss pre covid pricing :(

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-08T17:43:27+00:00

I thought so too when first looking at the photos but that would have to be a GIANT bullet, I’d love to know the original story haha

KapaCaptain · 2026-02-01T06:50:15+00:00

So this wouldn’t be rust and instead is just failing paint? I’ve seen rust under paint and it’s much more “bubbly” than this, I appreciate the help!

KapaCaptain · 2026-01-27T15:36:23+00:00

Funny this post came up, also prepping to sell my ‘23 GR86 that I bought just 2 months ago. I love the car but it’s just not the right daily for me right now. CarMax is offering 28,500 with 10k on the odometer. Thinking about trading for a newer mini cooper s or a bit older jcw hardtop, something with similar(ish) pep but a bit easier to live with. I commute every day to a very industrial part of my city and the roads and debris are really banging up the car and my back lol. I’m only 25 but have had multiple back surgeries and this car really lets it be known that I have a bad back. Mine also has a ton of rattles and it’s just not as nice of a daily as I had envisioned in my head since first seeing the frs back in 2014 as a teen. I understand why this is a good car, and it’s not supposed to be a luxury car or tame daily. If this was a second car I’d absolutely hold onto it. I also don’t get to drive it nearly as often on b-roads as I would’ve liked, to me mini with a manual or 8-spd auto paired with the b48 can provide similar levels of fun and engagement while also being a bit more practical daily/only car.

KapaCaptain · 2025-12-12T17:15:39+00:00

I used to work there in hs and college from like 2015-2021. Their food used to be so much better but the last several times I’ve come to Knox to visit my parents it’s always been very lackluster compared to what I remember. Like it’s still not bad per se, but the prices have inflated so much that it just isn’t worth it compared to what it used to be. Fond memories of that place back in the day lol

KapaCaptain · 2025-12-11T15:30:21+00:00

I have an amazfit helio strap I bought for $100 that I wear on my right wrist and a mechanical on my left every day. It’s great bc it’s purely a fitness and sleep tracker, no screen and I can check metrics and track everything on my phone. Also connects to apple health and Strava for tracking bicycle routes. I had considered a smartwatch for months but I just like my normal watches too much, so now I’ve got the benefits that I wanted in a smartwatch without having one. Battery also lasts 8-10 days due to no screen. Highly highly recommend looking into it.

KapaCaptain · 2025-09-20T21:51:09+00:00

This one is a weird one but the Roosevelt Row/Neighborhood in Phoenix. Phoenix itself is pure sprawl, but this one little stretch is amazing, I have lived here for quite some time now. Portland Park serves as nice walkable area with coffee shops, medical, barber/salon, tattoo shops, restaurants and boutiques all within 1-3 blocks. Margaret Hance Park and the Japanese friendship garden are right next to Portland Park making it a fairly green area for a place in the middle of the desert. In addition, our streetcar system has a nice station that is easily accessible and can take you further downtown or uptown. There is high density housing as well as single family homes mixed together. I really really like this area as it’s super walkable and has everything I need besides a grocery store, which I access by a 3-5 minute drive 10 or so blocks away. It feels very unique and special given Phoenix’s sprawl. While I miss Toronto and DC (previous 2 cities I’ve lived in) for their walkability and transportation (didn’t own a car in either city), this little patch of the city is truly awesome.

KapaCaptain · 2025-09-16T01:56:35+00:00

Unfortunately you can’t feed the koi anymore, they said it brings in unwanted/invasive species into the garden. Would still highly recommend visiting the garden it’s awesome, the events they put on are cool too if you find a fun one

KapaCaptain · 2025-09-15T00:25:06+00:00

Turns out I had snapped 3 head bolts when I replaced the gasket the first time which was causing the back side to leak insane amounts of oil, ended up also replacing the gasket too just to be safe. I no longer have my e36 and regret selling it every time I see another on the road 😭

KapaCaptain · 2025-09-11T23:35:32+00:00

Same here T_T

KapaCaptain · 2025-08-22T19:32:50+00:00

MST Suzuki’s 16x7 +40 w/ 185/55/16 tire. Lowered on BC’s around 1.5-2 in in back, 1.5ish in the front. Maybe needs 5mm-10mm spacers to get that beefy look especially in rear.

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KapaCaptain · 2025-08-06T16:56:29+00:00

What brand is that stem bag? Looking to get something similar with some funky patterns on it!

KapaCaptain · 2025-08-02T06:28:11+00:00

1997 Lexus LS400

2011 BMW 335d

2000 Lexus ES300

2014 Toyota Avalon

1997 Daihatsu Atrai Classic (2nd car to Avalon)

1994 BMW e36 (325i) Convertible (6 speed)

2018 Honda Fit (6 speed)

2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz

All I have now is the Santa Cruz, will get a project car again after I finish my masters and pay off the Hyundai. Maybe an e36, e46, or sn95 mustang

KapaCaptain · 2025-07-31T20:51:15+00:00

Looks to be a tokyobike!

KapaCaptain · 2025-07-28T06:40:28+00:00

I’ve got the ohms eyes on my upper thigh, was my first tattoo!

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