Avantturous is back in action for this week’s Wagon Wednesday blog entry after deciding to slow down a bit on social media platforms in order to catch up with personal life and spend more time with my family. After all, I am a big believer of the saying: “Family First and The Rest Will Follow!” After featuring Martin’s Accord Wagon (Entry #47) a few weeks ago, it sparked my interest to find more of these underappreciated survivors. And that was when I came across Kevin’s CB9 Accord Wagon. After exchanging messages with Kevin, we are back in business, baby!
Kevin’s first step in the wagon realm started when he received this Accord Wagon from his dad as a graduation gift. Being at a young age at the time, Kevin thought that the wagon styling wasn’t best suited for him. His original intention was to have this wagon as a fix and flip in order to get something that he desired more. Over time… the more money and effort that Kevin put into this car, the fonder he became of it. After deciding on keeping the wagon, it was time to be more serious with the build. The wagon is currently lowered on a set of coilovers and riding on a set of Klutch ML7 wheels (finished in black with polished lips). Car’s interior is kept mostly stock; with the exception of NRG steering wheel and short shifter. What shines the most from this wagon is actually under the hood! The F20B engine pairing with PLM Power Driven 4-1 Turbular Header look WILD! AEM intake with blue piping was lastly added to accentuate the factory blue valve color on the F20B. Fun fact: F20B is the low-compression version of H22A designed to comply with many countries’ sub-2000cc displacement tax. YES, it has dual cams and VTEC! F20B is known for its unique blue valve cover.
After building the wagon to its current status, Kevin is finally content with it. With a wagon that looks good and an engine that runs strong; “LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL…” (Just as the license plate holder suggests!)
Introduce Yourself:
Kevin Menchaca from Ladera ranch ,CA. Currently working as a Maintenance tech / Property Management
WHY A WAGON?
Wanna start with it was a gift from my pops as a graduation gift and ever since then he helped me built it as I started it
Did you consider a different WAGON instead of this one?
Tbh wasn’t really into accords was more of a civic guy but once I got the accord wagon thought to myself well would be dope to built something different what you don’t see everyday you know then I started buy parts piecing it together best car I’ve own don’t regret it at all still gets love for being a older car
What was your original objective with your car and has that objective changed?
Yes it changed once: I started to build the wagon when I first got it to fix and flip and get something else… But once it started coming along, it changed everything and ended keeping it.
What style would you say best describes your car?
It being a wagon in general they ain’t a lot out there 🔥
Who assisted in the planning/building/modding of your car?
Dad & Miguel – @tazzie_cb
What do you feel makes your car unique / special in your eyes?
Wagon all day 🔥🫡
What is your favorite part/feature/function of the car?
If would have to choose, it would be my front end but love the whole car the same
If you could pick one thing you aren’t satisfied with about your car, what would it be?
Interior but don’t wanna get rid of due to it being super comfy seats lol
What has been the biggest obstacle you’ve faced while building this car?
F20B engine, still trying to get it dialed in but she’s running strong
What one word best describes your car?
Unique
Wanna give a shout out for everyone that always shown love to me and my wagon if it wouldn’t be for you guys I wouldn’t have made it this far on my built and much love for the fam out there from Royal Accords and SoCal Accords S/O – @thegoat_cd5 for the referral!
