The type r was not available for 1999 but returned in 2000 and remained until the end of dc2 production in 2001. The introductory type r for us here in the states, and a great introduction it was. In 1995, honda introduced their first integra type r to the japanese. It made a return on the ten best as the acura rsx, for 2002 and 2003. It was acura s smallest and least expensive model produced, designed to offer a competitor to vehicles like the volkswagen golf gti, which was the most well known and popular hot hatch of the 1980s when the integra was introduced. A perfectly preserved 1998 acura integra type r with just 5,400 miles showing on its odometer and new car smell still wafting through its. Acura integra type r naturally aspirated built by honda. The type r is a different car than the gsr from the factory, but a gsr can be made competitive for not a lot of money. A throwback to when we said our longterm acura integra gs r might be the best since sugar ray robinson. Perfomance 10 front bumpers,10 rear bumpers and 10 skirts in autosculptnot customisable. With our huge selection of racing, sport, and custom seats you can upgrade the look and feel of your 1994 acura integra. Hidden in a plywood prison, this acura integra type r sat untouched for years.
Type r was introduced as a 1997 model to the us market under the acura. To the mid1990s acura integrabasically a brawny civic, and sold as. I own a 95 integra and he still wouldnt let me test drive it without a loan approval. In the world of automotive enthusiasts, there are a few brands that inspire a level of rabid fandom above others.
Its natural aspirated engine is something that all honda enthusiasts desire. How the acura integra type r makes modern sport compact cars. You were sure to gripe that acuras uncanny integra gsr could never better other. When the renamed thirdgeneration, the rsx, arrived for 2002, the double wishbone suspension was.
The type r was introduced as a 1997 model to the us market under the acura brand with the only option being airconditioning. The car was laserfocused, impossibly precise, and meticulously crafted. The acura integra was the sports car to have in the late 90s. An integra type r is desirable to car thieves because almost every part on it can be sold on the used market for a premium. The first acura integra was introduced to replace the honda quint in 1986. I t has been a lot of fun to drive and honda quality is. With only minor modifications, realtime racing dominated american touring car racing for half a decade. It has been acclaimed by motoring journalists worldwide, including evo magazine, which named the type r the greatest frontwheel drive performance car ever, and, which similarly called it the best handling frontwheel drive car ever. Between 1997 and 2002, the realtime racing acura integra type r notched 23 total wins and also won five of six speed touring car championships and. The gsr model was called out specifically in 1994 and.
Car and driver s writeup from 1997 also mentions a special intake manifold and a lighter flywheel. The gs r model was called out specifically in 1994 and 1995. Shop edmunds car, suv, and truck listings of over 6 million vehicles to find a cheap used, or certified preowned cpo 1998 acura integra type r for sale near you. The rsx type s honda integra dc5 outside north america is the sportiest car acura was willing to sell in 2006 after the nsx was given a slow and painful death in 2005. The integra type r produces more horsepower per liter than a ferrari f355. Honda civic acura integra big brake kit upgrade type r diy kit hd by coloradoautocross. This rare acura integra type r was sealed in a secluded room for years and now its for sale the drive. This car is converted from forza motorsport 4 and it replaces mitsubishi eclipse gt. Oct 23, 2019 the acura integra type r itr, for short has a lofty reputation, which has lately engendered some outlandish sales. Car and drivers writeup from 1997 also mentions a special intake. This 2000 acura integra type r received a full race conversion in 2007 for icscc competition and is powered by a 2. Acura integra parts and accessories at acurapartswarehouse.
With our huge selection of racing, sport, and custom seats you can upgrade the look and feel of your 1996 acura integra. Restoring one of the most iconic acura integra type rs. Acura integra is an automobile manufactured by honda and launched by acura from 1986 to 2001. Feb 26, 2020 in all, realtime campaigned five integra type rs between 1997 and 2002. The acura integra type r or itr is a performance car made by honda that you bought from the showroom and take to the track. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 16 integra models in boise. Even though this isnt the type r version, its still plenty fast.
Throughout its threegeneration life, the integra was spoken highly of handling and performance, which helped it to win some awards. This 2001 acura integra type r has been my performance shop project for about 4 years now, i restored the vehicle from the ground up to its current status, the car is an original 2001 acura integra type r from the u. This example was originally based in the pacific northwest, and features a sixspeed manual swap. Used 1998 acura integra type r pricing for sale edmunds. Save money on used 2001 acura integra type r models near you. Between 1997 and 2002, the realtime racing acura integra type r notched 23 total wins and also won five of six speed touring car championships and four manufacturers championships. Car and driver rated this in 1994 as one of 10 best vehicles on the road and i will concur. Oct 22, 2019 acura integra type r from realtime racing is back on track after nearly two decades this classic helped capture 23 wins and four manufacturers titles for acura at the turn of the millennium. The integra, sold as an acura in north america, and as a honda elsewhere, was a small, sporty vehicle sold both as a 4door sedan and as a 3door hatchback. An acura integra is basically a samevintage honda civic, so the engines and neat type r speed parts get boosted to put on civics.
Driving them back to backespecially at midohio, one of the great testing. S market, we did the full right hand drive conversion on it and front end conversion as well. In the us, the car would only be available in championship white in 1997 and 1998. With this in mind, gilman set out to build as clean a car as possible. I have a 99 gsr with intake, header, springs, and a sway bar and its pretty close. Acura basically improved the integra with each new generation, and the type r is still an icon. Edmunds has detailed price information for the used 2001 acura integra type r. That tailhappy handling occasionally sees people into ditches. You can do many things such as modifications and more. Shop acura integra vehicles for sale in boise, id at cars. At a blaring 8400 rpm, the acura integra type rs pistons are pedaling at about 80 feet per second.
Shop edmunds car, suv, and truck listings of over 6 million vehicles to find a cheap used, or certified preowned cpo 2000 acura integra type r for sale near you. Hondas racing and f1 cars often feature a red honda badge. Although it can be used as a daily driver, the car. And as a road car thats more fun to drive than the rest of the models in the lineup. In addition to the type r, theres a gs, ls and gsr.
Dec 03, 2015 this car represents the last of the acura integras before they became the rsx, and viewer michael wanted us to drive it during our san francisco area shoot. Realtime is honda and acuras longtime factory racing partner, and this collection of 50plus cars has been masterfully assembled by its founder. The integra type r dc2 was named as the best frontwheel drive drivers car ever by evo magazine in 2006. Enjoy this famous integra type r race car hammering around. Used 2000 acura integra type r pricing for sale edmunds. Stolen acura integra leads police on highspeed chase before. Dec 22, 2016 but the integra type r was an impressive car. Oct 23, 2019 the acura integra type r was a perfect candidate for racing, and race it did. During its six seasons of racing in the speed touring car series, it dominated the competition, taking. Basically, the integra type rsold in limited quantities in the u. This 1997 acura integra type r just sold for a whopping. Audi a6, bmw 5 series, cadillac sts, infiniti m45, jaguar s type, lexus gs, mercedes e. Throughout its life, the integra was highly regarded for its handling and performance.
Its a time capsule inside line could drive and test. The type r has the record for a front wheel drive car around. Listen to this acura integra type r scream at the track. Bottom line, cunningham notes, the acura integra type r was an adept racer simply because it was an exceptionally good car from the factory. Used 2001 acura integra type r pricing for sale edmunds. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. Acura integra type r from realtime racing is back on track. May 30, 2018 the honda civic type r is the car enthusiasts have wanted for over two decades ever since the acura integra type r was last sold here. The honda integra, marketed in north america as the acura integra, is an automobile produced. A person looking for a technologically sophisticated luxury sports sedan with all the bells and whistles as well as comfort and performance comparable models in this class. Oct 22, 2019 im talking about the realtime racing integra type r, which remains a legend almost two decades after peter cunningham drove the car to victory for a driver s and manufacturers title in 2002.
Between 1997 and 2002, the realtime racing acura integra type r notched 23 total wins and also won five of six speed touring car. I stopped into a acura dealer in kansas who happened to have a beautiful black 2000 type r. The integra type r is considered a modern classic and prices have steadily risen. Jan 01, 2006 read all about a acura integra type r, brought to you exclusively by the car experts at honda tuning magazine. The integra type r is widely regarded as the best front wheel drive car of all time. Dohc 16valve inline4, aluminum block and head, port fuel injection. Have driven much faster cars, but when i get back in my acura i have a. Somehow, it managed to eek 195 horsepower out of its tiny 1. I t has been a lot of fun to drive and honda quality is outstanding. Acura integra type r sedan slammed cars, jdm cars, gta, integra type r. At a blaring 8400 rpm, the acura integra type r s pistons are pedaling at about 80 feet per second. It was a fantastic daily conveyance, with a 170hp vtec engine, a great shifter, and. Car and driver magazine named the integra to its annual ten best list six times.
Its a car as sweet and allconsuming as any ive experienced. Realtime racing acura integra type r race car restored. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 10 integra models nationwide. The type r doesnt squeak as much and the seat is more comfy. Realtime racing integra type r returns and its as boisterous. Oct 22, 2019 the realtime racing acura integra type r is one of the most successful race cars on earth. Acura integra type r featured cars honda tuning magazine. But the purpose of the acura integra type r was incredibly singular. While comfortable for two and even livable for four fullsized adults, the integra is first and foremost a drivers car.
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