1993 Honda Civic DX

The fuel system features an AEM rail and regulator, upgraded 750cc RC Engineering injectors, and a Walbro 255lph pump. A Hondata S300-modified ECU oversees the B's main operating parameters. The S300 is a motherboard addition to the ECU that transforms the stock box into a programmable unit via Hondata's S-Manager Windows-based software. Hondata can deliver the S300 with pre-programmed calibrations for a number of typical engine combos. This gets the car on the road safely so with only a little follow-up fine tuning engine performance can be further optimized to the individual mods made to the engine. The S300 also features USB connection for easy connectivity, real time programming updates, datalogging, and provisions for nitrous, boost, and launch control.

Too often enthusiasts go for the instant gratification of boost and call it quits on the mods. But to deliver the knockout punch on the street, a balance of brute power and control has to be a goal.

Although designed as a commuter, the EG has the framework for excellent handling. "As many Honda fans know, these Civics didn't come with sway bars," explains Paris. "I took the rear set-up from an Integra and made it happen. It really improved the handling and is a big return for a pretty cheap price."

The suspension is comprised of Koni dampening and perch adjustable shocks inside Neuspeed race springs. Paris takes great pride in the unique setup. "My suspension is one of the mods that stands out the most. I absolutely love the Koni/Neuspeed combo. The handling is off the chain! You point the car and that's where it's going at pretty much any speed."

The EG is Paris' daily mode of transport, so creature comforts are essential. "The interior is pretty simple. It has some niceties, like DVD navigation and movie playing. There's a 6-disc changer in back and Sirius satellite radio. I have become pretty addicted to the navi system."

Other interior touches include Integra seats in front, leather Civic Si seats in the rear, a Sparco chassis rigidity bar, carbon fiber rear trunk cover, Integra shift knob and a GReddy Profec B boost controller. Engine monitoring is handled by three Defi gauges, namely boost, fuel pressure and exhaust gas temp.

The exterior treatment on the hatch is low key, which adds to the shock when Paris drops the hammer on unsuspecting V8 heads. The Honda flexes fresh paint, a carbon fiber rear upper wing with integrated brake light, and a carbon front lip spoiler along with fog lights to brighten those misty Jersey nights. Body mods are rounded out with black JDM front headlights, JDM carbon rear taillights, and a 3-piece lower wing in the rear.

K-series swaps may be all the rage today, but this turbocharged B-powered Civic hatch proves that the old school can still run with the best.

"Driving this car on a daily basis is just straight up fun," enthuses Paris, adding, "This coming from my girl as well as myself. There is nothing like a VTEC engine on boost. It makes the hair on the back of your neck stand up! I wouldn't trade it for anything. Sure, I'll have other cars, but my EG will be a lifetime project."