Honestly, it sounds boring to me. I love driving, especially in a good handling car. The Civic will be a lot more fun to drive if it's lowered, and being an EK (6th generation '96-'00), the parts will be very cheap.
You can get lowering springs for $50. Your car will handle tons better, and look the part, too! Not to mention the 1.75" lower ground clearance will improve mileage.
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