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[wayne9989]

I've been toying with the idea of changing my car for a while now and I've always had a soft spot for Integra DC5's. I started my search for a Championship White pre-facelift model a couple months back and finally found one that caught my eye over on the Integra Type R forum 2 weeks ago.

After covering around 1000 miles i can honestly say that the car has far exceeded my expectation and really is a superb machine to drive.

The car is a '04 model, imported in '07 and its covered just 59k

The car is pretty standard at the moment apart from Eibach Pro lowering springs and a AEM V2 intake which i fitted last week.

My plans are to get the wheels returned to OEM Championship White, get my private plate swapped over, keep it clean and just enjoy it!

Anyway that's enough talking, here's the good bit!

DSC_0444 by Wayne J Keggans, on Flickr

DSC_0448 by Wayne J Keggans, on Flickr

DSC_0460 by Wayne J Keggans, on Flickr

DSC_0493 by Wayne J Keggans, on Flickr

DSC_0501 by Wayne J Keggans, on Flickr

DSC_0484 by Wayne J Keggans, on Flickr

DSC_0462 by Wayne J Keggans, on Flickr

Thanks for reading, comments welcome.

 

[Nick_Leeds]

That looks f*cking awesome.

 

[The Russian.]

Brilliant purchase. looks great.

 

[Fletcher]

Love it.

 

[Martin.]

Love these. Have a real soft spot for them. That one looks stunning.

Would someone be able to briefly fill me in on the specs please.

Why do people import them? Are they rare or not available in the UK??

Engine is the k20 right? Power 200bhp?

Ive heard JDM models are more powerful is this true?

Performance figures? Guessing 0-60 in low 6s and 140 odd top speed? Not that this matter too much.

 

[Keenan172]

That looks mint mate, if you dont mind me asking how much did that set you back?

 

[l33th3tr33]

Really, really love these! Looks like you've got a very clean one too.

 

[Rs-172-cup]

Beautiful car mate!

 

[Slammed172]

Stunning.

 

[Wick]

I really really really like that. Really.

 

[wayne9989]

Thanks for the comments lads.

These cars were produced solely for the Japanese market so not available to us in the UK. Badged up as Acura RSX they also made their way into the US.

The car has a K20A engine as apposed to the K20A2 which can be found in European Civic Type R's. I'm not certain on all the differences but I know it's got higher compression uses a different inlet and exhaust manifold, producing an extra 20hp.
This car is also equipped with an LSD as standard.
I'd say it gets from 0-60 in the mid 6 second bracket and it'll go on to exceed 160mph.

 

[ed55j]

My god thats nice

 

[Gaz85]

love it, always liked the dc5

 

[172Ben]

it wont do more than 160mph. Trust me! lol

 

[Tez.]

I will keep an eye out for you . Nice car

 

[Jack!]

Are the red dials and lighting a standard feature? Looks really nice, beautiful.

 

[M26]

Absolutely love that !

Guy at work has one but I'm telling him his wheels need to be that colour now !

 

[wayne9989]

it wont do more than 160mph. Trust me! lol

I was led to believe it'll pull to the redline in 6th which is a touch over 160mph, does sound a little unrealistic though.

 

[Gally]

Always a soft spot for a DC5. Is the paintwork dull? Looks like it needs a bit of detailing?

Just the first picture looks like it's lacking some gloss which is unlike CW.

 

[wayne9989]

Are the red dials and lighting a standard feature? Looks really nice, beautiful.

The red footwell lights are an add on but everything else you see is standard mate.

 

[wayne9989]

Always a soft spot for a DC5. Is the paintwork dull? Looks like it needs a bit of detailing?

Just the first picture looks like it's lacking some gloss which is unlike CW.

The paintwork is a little dull in places, the guy I had it off said he regularly detailed it but I very much doubt that. When the weather pics up ill clay bar the whole car and go over it with with my Meguiars DA polisher, that should sort it out.

 

[Gally]

Perfect mate. Glad my keen eye still works.

The paint is that soft you'll do it well in no time. Just take it easy on the claying.

 

[DanielJames]

Awesome mate.

The championship white paint is a doddle to bring up

 

[wayne9989]

Very keen eye indeed!
I've read on Detailing World that the paint is soft and to be very cautious with it avoiding harsh compounds polishes.

 

[imprezaworks]

Love this

 

[rollerdan]

That looks awesome love the dc5s want one next after my ep3 , the k20 is an awesome motor ! Loving the ambient interior light

 

[Dan...]

That looks f**king gorgeous!

 

[Thrust-Rated]

Meh

 

[Thrust-Rated]

Only kidding pal! Looks lovely

Like I said the other week, I like the wheels that colour
Put your hand into that massive wallet of yours and purchase another set of wheels


Vtec W4nker

 

[wayne9989]

I think a set of bronze Rota Fighters are on the cards in the new year!

 

[couzens]

Wow. Absolutely love that!

 

[182 clio racer]

Looks stunning. Probably the only Honda ive ever wanted to own personally. Really really nice

 

[JackJack]

That looks f*cking awesome.

Can't add anything.

 

[Martin.]

Thanks for the comments lads.

These cars were produced solely for the Japanese market so not available to us in the UK. Badged up as Acura RSX they also made their way into the US.

The car has a K20A engine as apposed to the K20A2 which can be found in European Civic Type R's. I'm not certain on all the differences but I know it's got higher compression uses a different inlet and exhaust manifold, producing an extra 20hp.
This car is also equipped with an LSD as standard.
I'd say it gets from 0-60 in the mid 6 second bracket and it'll go on to exceed 160mph.

Awesome thanks. Watched some awesome videos of these recently.

Hows the insurance with it being an import?

 

[Addicted]

Looks lovely, I want one lol.

 

[david1987]

That looks nice.

Am i right in thinking these have the n/a 2.0 v-tec engine? And 6 speed manual?

Going to have to ask. How does it compare the the clio performance wise

 

[Ash']

Lovely car , wouldn't mind one of these after the 9 has gone.

 

[wayne9989]

Awesome thanks. Watched some awesome videos of these recently.

Hows the insurance with it being an import?

I'm not going to lie, the insurance cost has pretty much doubled from the Clio but hey, you only live once!

 

[wayne9989]

That looks nice.

Am i right in thinking these have the n/a 2.0 v-tec engine? And 6 speed manual?

Going to have to ask. How does it compare the the clio performance wise

Yeah it's a K-Series VTEC unit. The DC5 looks very similar to European Civic Type R's engine wise but does have a few fundamental differences. The box for example has different gear ratios and VTEC engagement and rpm limit are different.
I'll be honest and say I can't really compare the DC5 to my Clio, it's just a completely different car to drive. I will say that the Honda gives a far better driving experience due to the extremely tight 6 speed box and factory fitted LSD. I have noticed straight away it's quicker in a straight line and certainly grips better when it comes to islands/bends.

 

[davo172]

Nice Wayne love it ! Please don't go white wheels keep em as they are ! ! Where did the cup go too still local ?