New civic R $39990?

[chuck]

What is this LE release? A non GT spec?

[MrThanh]

MrThanh... the DC5R is lighter and faster with just as much potential... why dude why? Why not look at EP3 as well. I think the FN2 feels quick because of it's short gearing.

It's taking a long time for me to warm to this car... I guess if you just want a hot hatch that you don't track it will be OK. The rear-end still doesn't do it for me.

because i dont have a DC5R

[chuck]

Yeh I know... I still thought you had the camry :P

What I mean is 45K for a CTR compared to 30K for a really nice DC5R. But if you ain't trackin' then CTR is fine. I think you would be able to find EP3 for mid-20's if you wait...

[MrThanh]

lol @ the camry jokes. i got rid of that like 5 years ago

[hebe]

woot @ CTR Thanh!! I saw one today too in the flesh...I didn't get up close and personal though...Ley did but hahaha

[lucifuge]

MrThanh... the DC5R is lighter and faster with just as much potential... why dude why? Why not look at EP3 as well. I think the FN2 feels quick because of it's short gearing.

It's taking a long time for me to warm to this car... I guess if you just want a hot hatch that you don't track it will be OK. The rear-end still doesn't do it for me.

It doesn't just feel quick; it is quick, period.

[chuck]

It doesn't just feel quick; it is quick, period.

I'm going to be a sceptic until I see hard data.

What cars are you comparing it to? What is it quick against? Did you get any timed runs? How does it compare to a DC5R/S?

Do you think the lower gearing compensates for it's additional weight? Or is it the additional torque? Or both?

This forums will go to S$%# if all we do is go on opinion.

[JCE]

Yeh I know... I still thought you had the camry :P

What I mean is 45K for a CTR compared to 30K for a really nice DC5R. But if you ain't trackin' then CTR is fine. I think you would be able to find EP3 for mid-20's if you wait...

45k

Buy a 2nd hand s2000 for driving enjoyment.

New CTR looks like the goods for grocery shopping.

[chuck]

Yeh good point, you could get a very nice S2000 for 45K. May not fit all your grocery shopping though...

[MrThanh]

why does everyone shoot down the CTR? it hasn't had a fair go lol

S2k is too impractical. 2 seats. small boot. meh... and i'm not going to spend $45k on a 2nd hand car.

CTR fits the bill nicely for me. i'm a poser

[chuck]

Ok then, but you will have to start ClubCTR cos you won't be allowed here!

[3r1k]

Get CTR, my mate bought one, it's nice.

[rG`]

What does "Type R" mean to me?

dc2R: Undeniably, there's something about this car that makes me very happy. For one thing, it's unlike any I've ever driven before and instead of listing specifications & mechanics let me just say this car is incredibly composed and spurs confidence.

It's the most amazing driving experience I've ever had. I understand that no car can be truly perfect, and I agree that this car is not quite that - but, for me at least, it is so tantalisingly close. It's really a bargain considering the 1.8L Jeckle & Hide engine & light weight package can keep up with some exotic cars of it's time and outpace others.

This is the benchmark. The next generation Type R package needs to offer the same level of driver satisfaction, thrill & performance - if not better.

Sadly, the 2007 CTR does not. I really wanted to like this car - it has the same familiar engine characteristics & crisp gearbox but overall does not provide the same driving experience I've come to expect from a Type R.

Perhaps this is why you're required to pay extra for the decals, it's a Type R in name only.

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why does everyone shoot down the CTR? it hasn't had a fair go lol

S2k is too impractical. 2 seats. small boot. meh... and i'm not going to spend $45k on a 2nd hand car.

CTR fits the bill nicely for me. i'm a poser

+ CTR has cool dash

[R123]

Perhaps this is why you're required to pay extra for the decals, it's a Type R in name only - From rGs..


that just hitting exactly where it hurts..... line of the month.

cheers