Ride height has been decreased by 15 mm to lower the center of gravity through exclusive suspension springs and shocks, allowing for race car-like handling. Improvements to the powerplant account for only part of the refinements made in the Type R transformation from a standard Integra coupe. Coupled to a torque-sensitive, helical type limited slip differential to increase traction and reduce understeer, the Type R is at home on the racetrack as well as on the highway.
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The Type R’s increase in power is transferred to the wheels through an exclusive, ultra close-ratio 5-speed manual transmission with a heavy-duty clutch to accommodate the additional power. VTEC helps provide optimum performance at all engine speeds to broaden the torque curve and increase peak power output.Īdditional powerplant enhancements which contribute to the Integra Type R’s high-revving power output include high-compression, low friction pistons, high performance camshafts and valve gear, large diameter throttle body, along with a high-flow intake manifold and exhaust system.
This power is developed through numerous Acura engineering advancements, including the patented VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) system pioneered in the Acura NSX supercar. of torque at 7,300 rpm, making it one of the most powerful 4-cylinder powerplants available in America today. Joining the Acura model line for 2000 is the high-performance, fun-to-drive, for-enthusiasts-only Integra Type R.ġ95-horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 130 lb.-ft. The extra bulk was offset by reduced sound deadening, light wheels and lighter glass. The Type-R was built on a strengthened version of the DC2 chassis. Unlike the JDM version the rest of world (ROW) version used a new front facia with double round from headlights.
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Car & Driver called it “the ultimate affordable boy racer” while EVO wrote it was “the greatest front-wheel-drive performance car ever.” If this was a one-owner, talk about a return on investment.Īs these Civic Type Rs increase in rarity over the years, a $100.000 Honda Civic Type R is not out of the realm of possibility.Borrowing from the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) Honda Intergra Type-R, the Acura unit was the only version to make it stateside. The Rx model is arguably the progenitor to the modern day FK8 Honda Civic Type R, a Type R model that recognized the need for modern cars to have creature comforts at the expense being the ultimate expression of Type R.Īccording to EK9 enthusiasts on EK9.org, the 2000 Honda Civic Type Rx had an original MSRP of 2,189,000 yen or around $20,500. Out of the 16,241 Honda Civic Type Rs ever made, 5,225 were Rx models making these particularly collectible. While the Honda Civic Type R was a bone-jarring racecar for the streets without AC or even a radio, this more luxurious Rx gave up some weight savings to make the Honda Civic Type R slightly liveable. Type Rx added a CD player, electric mirrors, power windows, air conditioning, aluminium pedals, and a carbon fiber center panel.
Just 1,583 miles on the odometer meant this Honda Civic Type R wasn’t wrapped up in a garage somewhere but has just the right amount of road mileage to keep vital parts, like the cooling system and rubber seals, well lubricated. With only a handful hairline scratches around the body and a windshield imperfection, Japan’s auction house company awarded this EK9 a 4.5 out of a possible 5. Record auction hammer price of ¥7,640,000 JPY (£57k / €62k / $71k)… We knew it would fetch a lot but even we were shocked by this result! /DiO6Ys9ooR- Torque GT July 14, 2020
NEW ALL TIME RECORD for the 2,549km EK9 we shared yesterday.
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