New Civic Type R..
23-02-2007, 09:32 AM
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New Civic Type R..
Anyeone seen one yet? The pic of the interior looks really cool 
Im going down the dealer this evening to have a look at one. Though only a look as im not forking out for a new one 
Im going down the dealer this evening to have a look at one. Though only a look as im not forking out for a new one
23-02-2007, 10:00 AM
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my uncle has one on order and has been promised the first one in the dealership
he has an 05 plate one at the minute, and other than the fact its a good handling quick car, i find it a little dull and plasticy, pretty poverty spec really (for a modern car)
the new ones dash looks superb
not too sold on the external looks though, and apparently its the exact same engine with no improvements over the old shape
he has an 05 plate one at the minute, and other than the fact its a good handling quick car, i find it a little dull and plasticy, pretty poverty spec really (for a modern car)
the new ones dash looks superb
not too sold on the external looks though, and apparently its the exact same engine with no improvements over the old shape
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23-02-2007, 10:04 AM
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Originally Posted by gingeRS
not too sold on the external looks though, and apparently its the exact same engine with no improvements over the old shape
23-02-2007, 10:05 AM
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Think it looks great.
A few guys from the office have driven them already on test days.
Good cars, feels smoother and more planted than the previous one, but just as quick.
A few guys from the office have driven them already on test days.
Good cars, feels smoother and more planted than the previous one, but just as quick.
23-02-2007, 10:15 AM
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I love the interior Going to just have a look down the dealer this evening as they have open evening in Cardiff.
Want to see the outside styling in the metal first, but i think it looks funky. Pity it hasnt got a new engine though
Going to just have a look down the dealer this evening as they have open evening in Cardiff.Want to see the outside styling in the metal first, but i think it looks funky. Pity it hasnt got a new engine though
23-02-2007, 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by GARETH T
you tyre kicker
Trying to find myself a car though at the moment is a nightmare. Much longer and i will do something stupied like buy a new car
23-02-2007, 10:49 AM
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just read up on the engine, although the power output is only up a few bhp it seems it has some new tricks up its sleeve
it has a balancing shaft (as seen on old alfas ) but the new vtec system cuts in at only 5200rpm, which can only add to the fun
it has a balancing shaft (as seen on old alfas
) but the new vtec system cuts in at only 5200rpm, which can only add to the fun
23-02-2007, 11:48 AM
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Got an invite to a honda dealer last night for there unveiling party, looks wise only difference from the type s and R is the colour coded body kit and front grill 
Standard radio is crap so you have to pay 550 for the up grade straight away, performance wise engine basically the same as the last but revs raised by 400rpm and more torque at 2000rpm for around town driving?! and shorter gearing for sportyness BUT they have changed the rear suspension from IRS to live axel!??? 
but claim to have the same handling ability?
Got test drive booked for next weekend so will let you know more then as will test side by side with the old type R.
Standard radio is crap so you have to pay 550 for the up grade straight away, performance wise engine basically the same as the last but revs raised by 400rpm and more torque at 2000rpm for around town driving?! and shorter gearing for sportyness BUT they have changed the rear suspension from IRS to live axel!??? but claim to have the same handling ability? Got test drive booked for next weekend so will let you know more then as will test side by side with the old type R.
23-02-2007, 11:49 AM
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We got one in at work last week, not had a shot of it yet but been out a run and it is a properly sorted motor!!
There was a waiting list aswell if i remember correctly?
Top motor though, no doubt about it in my opinion
There was a waiting list aswell if i remember correctly?
Top motor though, no doubt about it in my opinion
23-02-2007, 11:51 AM
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Its not a fucking live axle, how does a FWD car have a live rear axle
Its now running torsion bars on the rear, like Pug 205s, 306s, etc etc, and they widely renound to be the best handling FWD cars around...
One of the guys here who drove it is a right TypeR fanatic owns a supercharged EP Civic TypeR, and he was impressed, so its safe to say they decent.
Its now running torsion bars on the rear, like Pug 205s, 306s, etc etc, and they widely renound to be the best handling FWD cars around...
One of the guys here who drove it is a right TypeR fanatic owns a supercharged EP Civic TypeR, and he was impressed, so its safe to say they decent.
23-02-2007, 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Stavros
Its not a fucking live axle, how does a FWD car have a live rear axle
Its now running torsion bars on the rear, like Pug 205s, 306s, etc etc, and they widely renound to be the best handling FWD cars around...
One of the guys here who drove it is a right TypeR fanatic owns a supercharged EP Civic TypeR, and he was impressed, so its safe to say they decent.
Its now running torsion bars on the rear, like Pug 205s, 306s, etc etc, and they widely renound to be the best handling FWD cars around...
One of the guys here who drove it is a right TypeR fanatic owns a supercharged EP Civic TypeR, and he was impressed, so its safe to say they decent.
23-02-2007, 07:56 PM
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Well went to see it. And got to say what a loverly bit of kit!! Gareth you so need to sit in the drivers seat mate, it just right imo. Proper nice little car. Only down side is it seems pricey
23-02-2007, 08:01 PM
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Deffinatley Gareth, im going for Test drive next week THe interior is awsome! Love the lay out on the dash, it has a lot more creature comforts which suits me down to the ground. I could pay 20k for one though. Thats M3 money with few miles on the clock
THe interior is awsome! Love the lay out on the dash, it has a lot more creature comforts which suits me down to the ground. I could pay 20k for one though. Thats M3 money with few miles on the clock
23-02-2007, 08:02 PM
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Its not a fucking live axle, how does a FWD car have a live rear axle
23-02-2007, 08:10 PM
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how can a maufacturer produce a car that is more expensive, has one more horsepower and less torque and is heavier than the older model and expect it to sell?
it has waaay less bhp than all of its competitors.
i like the old type R as it was built as a proper hot hatch but i believe this one is just a pimped up shopping car.
it has waaay less bhp than all of its competitors.
i like the old type R as it was built as a proper hot hatch but i believe this one is just a pimped up shopping car.
23-02-2007, 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by rapidcossie
how can a maufacturer produce a car that is more expensive, has one more horsepower and less torque and is heavier than the older model and expect it to sell?
it has waaay less bhp than all of its competitors.
i like the old type R as it was built as a proper hot hatch but i believe this one is just a pimped up shopping car.
it has waaay less bhp than all of its competitors.
i like the old type R as it was built as a proper hot hatch but i believe this one is just a pimped up shopping car.
We all wan't an FQ340 EVO but the 200BHP Golf GTIs/Type-Rs have there place
Went to see one at the dealers last week and it look really nice, not selling my type-r just yet but I even liked the 2.2CDTI and the sport
23-02-2007, 08:34 PM
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I love it with the extra toys. But i do lke my comfort, imo to justify the exrta money the car should have new power plant or atleast up it to 220bhp
23-02-2007, 08:51 PM
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Not bad
Considering i work for Honda and where i am there is hundreds of them just parked up. A well made car (kinda) and they are a good car, but im not getting one 
The drive is nice but it just doesnt excite you
A guy i work with is one of the first on the list to get one, he spec'd it up and it came to £21500
Sod that for a fwd, slow car
Considering i work for Honda and where i am there is hundreds of them just parked up.
A well made car (kinda) and they are a good car, but im not getting one The drive is nice but it just doesnt excite you A guy i work with is one of the first on the list to get one, he spec'd it up and it came to £21500
Sod that for a fwd, slow car
23-02-2007, 08:59 PM
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The £21500 is with
19" Alloys
Sat Nav
Dual zone Climate Control
Cruise Control
6 Air Bags
Front Fogs
Electric Mirrors
Power folding door mirros
Rain sensing wipers
as extras im sure bluetooth phone is in there somewhere as well.
Poverty model is going to start at £17,500
19" Alloys
Sat Nav
Dual zone Climate Control
Cruise Control
6 Air Bags
Front Fogs
Electric Mirrors
Power folding door mirros
Rain sensing wipers
as extras im sure bluetooth phone is in there somewhere as well.
Poverty model is going to start at £17,500
23-02-2007, 09:53 PM
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[quote="UBster"]The £21500 is with
19" Alloys
Sat Nav
Dual zone Climate Control
Cruise Control
6 Air Bags
Front Fogs
Electric Mirrors
Power folding door mirros
Rain sensing wipers
as extras im sure bluetooth phone is in there somewhere as well.
I see he didn't go for the type r stickers on the sides at £70
19" Alloys
Sat Nav
Dual zone Climate Control
Cruise Control
6 Air Bags
Front Fogs
Electric Mirrors
Power folding door mirros
Rain sensing wipers
as extras im sure bluetooth phone is in there somewhere as well.
I see he didn't go for the type r stickers on the sides at £70
23-02-2007, 10:13 PM
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its meant to be a hot hatch so who cares about duel zone this and fooking cruise control
over priced, under powered and full of shit you dont need...
Buy the Astra, Golf Megane
over priced, under powered and full of shit you dont need...
Buy the Astra, Golf Megane