Well, first off, I've loved jdm front end integra's since I was 12. But, I honestly couldn't explain it. Like, I went to see the car, and it just looked so sexy. I hopped in the driver seat, took it easy for a bit, got on the expressway, turned on some loud music and got it goin' a bit. And I just fell in love with it. And for whatever reason it honestly felt like the most solid car I've driven thus far...odd, I know. Everything from the recaro seats, the amazing sound of the engine, and the overall fun I had while driving it. It was intense. I just knew this was exactly what I wanted.
Not to say the car is perfect, its not. power steering's been removed, and im not one for not having power steering, stiff *** racing clutch, the exhaust is a tad loud, and it has a roll cage, making the backseats unusable. All relatively easy fixes though.
All in all, you find what you're looking for when you're not looking for it. I could've waited for a tl 6-speed or something to come along, but I honestly don't think I'd be as pleased.