5 Things to Know When First Owning a Type R

Today I am going over 5 tips that will make your ownership experience better when first purchasing your Civic Type R FK8! Thank you for watching!
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[@HighSchoolMiracles]

1. do your research (dont let dealers get away with markups, or, buy private) 2. join forums or Facebook groups etc (to start talking to other owners about what it's like to own a Type-R) 3. join a local, in-person group/community 4. find a local, trusted mechanic (your local Type-R owners can point you in the right direction) 5. stay on top of your maintenance

[@MotorMisfit]

Awesome! Thanks for writing that recap!

[@charliesmith7942]

So basically the same as any other car. Got it

[@rogerlugo8210]

Respect on the car seat in the back brother! Same with me and the kids! It’s crazy how practical these type R’s can be.

[@MotorMisfit]

Thank you! yes, the kids love the car and it is great as a daily.

[@DekiaryCarter]

Super helpful tips! Thank you.

[@MotorMisfit]

Glad it was helpful!

[@oscarguevara8402]

I’ve been wanting one since 2017 and I’m so happy I got a 21 in champ white 😮‍💨

[@MotorMisfit]

Nice! Congrats on your 2021! The type R is an amazing car, enjoy!

[@timmay6713]

Uhh I think these apply to most cars. Should be like: 2nd gear grind, thin paint, rusty spark plugs, cabin drone for aftermarket exhausts, etc. good info nonetheless

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for the comment. This is a list of some tips when first owning the R, to better your ownership experience. I will make a video in the future of common problems you might face though. However, I will say that while I’ve heard of these issues you mentioned from other owners I have yet to experience any of them. Other than the aftermarket exhaust with a little bit of drone on my last Type R.

[@jonthecowboy]

I was too young for the integra type r but I've owned 3 hondas now. I just bought a 2021 type r and I like it

[@MotorMisfit]

Awesome, congrats on your 2021 R!

[@jonthecowboy]

@@MotorMisfit thanks!

[@inner_peace_inn]

I'm thinking about getting the 2021 as well, may i ask how much do I have to make to afford one?

[@jonthecowboy]

@@inner_peace_inn I mean that comes down to how much you save up and if you can get one for msrp. I just did the calculations for finances over and over again to make sure I’d be ok. You can do a payment calculator as well and try to get preapproval for a loan.

[@jimmysapien9961]

Me too but now you have to think about tire size and wheels 20 inches, there’s not much meat on them tires ! some people are upgrading to18 inch wheels more rubber ! something to think about, I am definitely going to have to upgrade mine sooner or later $2000 for the wheels $1000 for the tires in most cases -start saving 🤔

[@StayFreshAF]

Just got one in red and love it!!

[@MotorMisfit]

Nice man! Congrats on the red R! that color looks great!

[@jimmysapien9961]

Me too

[@bhearing7681]

can't wait to have one by my Honda prelude in my garage

[@MotorMisfit]

Right on! Good luck on your search and let me know once you get it! Love the Prelude! I was close to buying a 2000 Type SH a few years back and I know I would have enjoyed it!

[@omegaatlast9858]

CTR 19' from the dealer and still had to pay $37.5K for it. Only has 14k miles. They def hold their value. 🤘Bro!

[@shamarthorpe197]

Are u talking about the Coral Springs auto dealership across from coral square mall or a different dealer?

[@matthewm4098]

that same dealership marked up the LE to 127k... LMFAO

[@MotorMisfit]

Yes that dealership is ridiculous

[@K03sport]

...let's hope it sat for a very long time

[@danescano7972]

new sub brother from jacksonvile fl👍🏽

[@MotorMisfit]

Thank you for the sub bro!

[@miggs.countrymusic]

Good tips brochacho.

[@MotorMisfit]

Thank You 🙏🏽

[@armandvezina8928]

LOL, dude that Honda dealership in Coral Springs is brutal! They wouldn’t even let me test drive one unless I was going to buy it from them! Ended up going to northern florida for mine!

[@upbeforethaopps]

Nowhere in cali lets you test drive one unless its used. The mark up is stupid as hell too. I work at a honda and went to another local dealer and paid 1k over msrp vs. 10-20k lol

[@MotorMisfit]

Yes that Coral Springs Automall dealership has never been good, everyone I heard that goes there has an issue

[@MotorMisfit]

nice job getting a better deal somewhere else! Some of these dealerships are ridiculous.

[@davesteelsastroimagingchan7058]

The biggest thing for me is the low profile tyres, and the 20s......beware of potholes and the kerbs. That took bit of getting use to. The services are ok here in the uk, change brakes after a few thousand miles.......mmm thats not been my experience at all.

[@hype_az_jorger6336]

I subbed before I watch the vid

[@MotorMisfit]

Awesome! Thanks for warning and subbing! 🙏🏽

[@K03sport]

That ppl in camaros and mustangs think you want to race when you're just cruising on your way to work...happens to me all the time in my WRX...cruise set at 5 over minding my own business

[@MotorMisfit]

haha, yup that's is how it goes all the time!

[@usulomaldonado6133]

Mostly everyone is going to get a markup price weather it’s 10k more or even 5k over but yes you can find one with a low markup price .

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for watching! Yes the market now is crazy so if you can get one at or close to MSRP then you scored for sure

[@ThrottleGainz]

This title is misleading, everything in this video is what you should/can do with ANY vehicle not type r specifically 🙄

[@MotorMisfit]

I get that but I am covering the type R and not ANY other vehicle and there are people that are wanting to get a Type R and don't know this info

[@jimmysapien9961]

I agree

[@BStudd1182]

Absolutely. Everything he’s covering goes for ANY vehicle you’re thinking of investing in, not just this civic. It’s not like the Type R flys or does anything extraordinary that other vehicles don’t. It’s a cool car don’t get me wrong but again it’s a souped up civic from Honda. This is coming from a 16 STi owner which are also highly sought after as well.

[@YakobtoshiNakamoto]

Was thinking the exact same! I was hoping to see things SPECIFIC to the Type R.

[@lukewalker1051]

I am in Florida. Where did you buy your Type R with no mark up? Thank you.

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! I bought it from Pompano Honda but it was a used Type R though.

[@tybarker5038]

Saw a yellow one for 70k. Gorgeous car but damn... feel like I’m paying 25k extra for a color. Might as well get a black one and paint it yellow and save a ton of money... I’m about to get the hatchback sport but wondering if the Type R is truly worth the extra money. I’d probably put 30k down and make payments. Maybe $300/mo?

[@MotorMisfit]

In terms of the LE, it's a specific car for specific buyers. If you are not that buyer then I wouldn't do it. I'm not the buyer for that car. In terms of Type R vs Hatchback sport, there is definitely a difference.If you want more performance with your daily drive then the Type R is where its at. If you are looking for more convenient daily then save the money and go with a Hatchback sport.

[@tybarker5038]

@@MotorMisfit I got the Type R, I love racecars too much lol

[@jimmysapien9961]

Exactly - But I’m Betting it will take More $ to get it Down to that Amount . 🤔

[@whatwasisaying1338]

I wish there was a local community in Houston, Texas. Maybe there is, but I can't find it. 😑

[@MotorMisfit]

I would check facebook and the CivicX.com forum. Also, start talking to other owners in your area and you might find something.

[@RobHTech]

I am trying to get a 2022. The Honda dealers want a non-refundable $2k down payment and delivery is MIA. There are 2 people ahead of me too, so if the dealer only gets 2 in 2022, then I will have to wait until the next year or put my down payment toward something else.

[@MotorMisfit]

Damn that’s crazy! So if they can’t get you the car by a certain time are they going to refund the money? I would check out other dealers and call around to see what they are doing. Good luck and let me know how it goes!

[@RobHTech]

@@MotorMisfit They all said the same thing. Honda divies up the cars between dealers. Certain dealers get more, some get none. Toyota does the same thing. Which is one reason why it's dumb that they even have a "Build" option on their websites because you can't order your own Toyota or Honda, at least not the Type R.

[@MotorMisfit]

Yea man that sucks. I would try different dealers even out of your area. I got my first Type R (the black one) in Atlanta and drove 9 hours there and 9 hours back to get it so definitely check dealers outside your local area. Good luck 👍🏽

[@inner_peace_inn]

May i ask how much do i have to make to afford one of these? I'm planning of buying a 2021 type R

[@topcop3921]

I make 75.000. But it all depends on how much you save or put down...thats a huge factor...don't have to be rich...I'm sure not

[@MotorMisfit]

There are auto calculators online that you can use to get a monthly payment based on the credit score, term of the loan, and the full price of the car. I would start with seeing what your monthly max payment would be to pay for a car and if the math works out to where you can afford it and not live check to check then go ahead and do it. There are too many factors that come into play so just be cautious and know what your payment range will be.

[@MotorMisfit]

I agree, doesn't really depend on how much you make. Depends on what you save, put down, can afford monthly, etc. there are many factors.

[@jimmysapien9961]

@@topcop3921 exactly I just purchased mine yesterday. Not even close to what you Make ! 6- yr 120,000 mile Warranty. ☝️

[@eutanasio31]

Please tell me a hood dealership in south florida :( ed morse in blue heron was horrible !

[@MotorMisfit]

Depends what you are looking for. If it’s the best price on a Type R then you have to search and gauge that yourself. unfortunately with the new car prices many dealerships that were good before are now greedy and showing their true colors. Now If it’s for service on your Type R then I would go to Rick Case Honda in Davie.

[@fhumulanimanyatshe3905]

i love Honda civics

[@MotorMisfit]

Yes Civics are great!

[@dylanspencer1153]

Also!!! Know that these continental tires only last 4,000 miles and it’s smart to have an extra 2 grand laying around for 18 inch wheels and Michelin PS4 tires/any tires that last longer🤣. Something I wish I knew before purchasing. First car I’ve ever had where wheels lasted only 4k🤣

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Yes you are correct, great tip!.Either have some cash for new tires soon or save a bit more and change for 18 / 19 inch wheels and get the tires for those.

[@georgegomez7173]

Great info about 6 things to know on Type R owner as first time! I would like to buy used Type R with a lot of upgrade modifications or performance instead of stock Type R to save $$$. I like the new Boosted Pearl Blue Type R and Phoenix Yellow Limited Edition but expensive. I saw one 18’ Type R already have upgrade modifications and rims, etc from Hot Rides Texas for $35,997. I wonder why owner decided to to sell this Type R with a lot of upgrades. I would like to give them a call and find more information. Check out the website, Hot Rides Texas. If I plan to get Type R in future then my plan is to put $$$ on payment down, so car payment will go lower instead of paying a like $600 to 700 per monthly. Let me know what do you think of my comment. Thanks!

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for the comment bro! I just checked out the car at Hot Rides and it does look nice. Many upgrades, nice PMM color, and the price is not bad for all of that. I would go check it out, test drive it, and see if you like it. All the Type R owners I know don't cut corners so the mods on that PMM R look like someone did it right but check it out in person. Also, check out www.CivicX.com as some owners sell their Type Rs there with mods and all. I like the Boost Blue and phoenix yellow ones too but not liking the price hike that come with those so I'd rather other colors at the moment. I like your money plan, that's a great way to lower your payments.

[@georgegomez7173]

@@MotorMisfit Welcome, no problem bro! Yeah, I would like to check out this Type R from Texas but I am from Albuquerque. NM. I can give them a call to find it out more information. Oh really? That’s cool. I will check out the website, thanks. Yeah I agreed with you about the costing on Boost Blue and Phoenix Yellow. I am glad that you agreed with me about saving $$$ to put down on payment. I also saw Honda website that they offered to win a Phoenix Yellow Type R on www.omaze.com, check it out.

[@Izzy2tr1ll]

This video should of been titled "Things to do before buying a type R" the title is misleading.

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for watching anyways

[@mitchphillips5704]

Me with a Civic Sedan Sport 6MT 🧐📝

[@MotorMisfit]

Nice!

[@topcop3921]

Brake pads in a few thousand miles ? They last way longer...my 2018 2.0t accord lasted way past 20.000 miles....

[@MotorMisfit]

There are many variables. Depends how you drive and what you do with the car. I don't think brake pads on a Type R would go to 20k miles although there may be exceptions depending how it has been driven

[@gravityhammer25]

I don't think maitenance on the Type R is bad at all, the big maitenance items are at 100K miles (valve check/adjustment and sparkplug change I think) and those really should not be that bad. Beyond that Oil Change, Air Filters and brakes (wear item)... really not bad. My rotors, pads and fluid are being changed out soon not becuase they are bad, but becuase I need an upgrade for the track. If I did not track this car the stock brakes would stay because they are more than good enough for the street. Unlike my old WRX STI which needs all sorts of differential fluid changes, timing belt changes(eventually). The STI also ate up brake pads and rotors quicker because it was heavier and mine had a sticky caliper problem. Type R is an absolute bargain when it comes to maitenance for a performance car (in my opinion).

[@MotorMisfit]

Thank you for the comment! I totally agree with you. Maintenance is not bad at all. It is a Honda so you definitely see that in the maintenance but yes depending on whether you track it hard or not is where you see things wear out more. Still not bad compared to other cars. I heard from some friends of the STI needing lots of things and having to do some repairs so in comparison the Type R is a great bargain for a daily/track car.

[@sheheryartariq]

Tires and wheels are big expense the OEM wheels are not forged and can get damaged easily the cost is insane as well. 1300 for a wheel. The first expense I had incur was get some Rays. Join the North America CTR owners group. Also there is a fk8 parts group on Facebook

[@MotorMisfit]

@@sheheryartariq Great tips! Thanks for the comment! Wheels are a great expense though, look much better on aftermarket wheels. If I had to buy stock wheels I honestly wouldn't buy the wheels from Honda directly. You can find them used from a Type R owner selling them for cheaper

[@gravityhammer25]

​@@sheheryartariq Wheels are expensive but I got a set for the track. They were not 1300 each though... like 812 a wheel, they Desmond Regamasters too (forged). ICB Motorsport they have good prices and lots of wheel options for the FK8. I have not put my new wheels on yet, however the OEM wheels have been over some bad potholes and the wheels are still fine no bends.

[@sheheryartariq]

@@gravityhammer25 i have ze40 mag blue purchased from jhpusa but I am waiting for rhe spoon springs and rv6 suspension parts. If I would do it again I would put some all season on the stock wheels. 255/35/20 size fits stock wheels

[@pavel1809]

i m here in Florida i m doing my own car maintenance save money people now i m looking for exhaust modification my civic si is stock 100%

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Nice that you are doing your own maintenance! Good luck with the exhaust mod!

[@DavidJimenez-fn9sm]

Where did you purchase your Type R? I stay in Davie!

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! I purchased it from Pompano Honda, but I also am in Davie.

[@DavidJimenez-fn9sm]

@@MotorMisfit Did you pay a huge mark up for it. Everywhere I go they asking ridiculous prices right now. Damn we neighbors and didn’t even know it!! Hope to see you around one of these day at the local meets bro! Love yours videos and all the helpful information. Keep it up!

[@MotorMisfit]

@@DavidJimenez-fn9sm hope to see you around too bro. No I didn’t pay markups. Car was used and I bought it before the pandemic for about 28.5k. Prices on them are crazy now for sure. Just do your research l, stay patient, and be ready to jump on good deals, good luck!

[@DavidJimenez-fn9sm]

@@MotorMisfit Thanks bro!! See you around.

[@mikemurillo7755]

The Type R looks Sick bro! Check Out My 2018 Honda Accord Sport 1.5L On My Channel

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks man, I’ll check out your accord and channel!

[@jakubM3]

Wait the rotors and pads will be 1200????? What

[@gravityhammer25]

Only if you go with a quality aftermarket setup, I have a AP Racing Jhook Kit (not installed yet) that was around 1200 but it is well worth it for me becuase I need it for the track. The stock rotors would have been fine technically but I don't want to experience any cracking or warping and possible loss of track time (car downtime). As far as the street goes the stock rotors are perfect and you should only have to change pads. Stock rotors should at least last 30,000 miles on the street (thats just an estimate though)... my stock rotors have 10K miles and three track days and lots of abuse and have no sign of warping or cracks yet. Pads still have life left too, but I have my replacements ready to go on the car. EDIT: May end up paying 1200 if you are paying the dealer to replace brakes though... but if you go to a quality independent shop i'm sure it would cost much less.

[@MotorMisfit]

Yes they are around that price give or take for the front ones. You could go with OEM or aftermarket which will change the price a bit but it’s around that price if you get someone to install it for you.

[@MotorMisfit]

Great info! I haven’t checked out that kit yet but will have to look into it. How is it? How do you like it? Yes, the price fluctuates depending on what setup you go with and who installs it. The dealer will be the most expensive for sure.

[@gravityhammer25]

@@MotorMisfit I have not installed yet, but they look like really good quality rotors. I heard lots of good things about AP Racing, lots of endurance racing teams use them on their cars. Another brake rotor alot of Type R people get is Girodisc, but I wanted to try out the Jhooks.

[@MotorMisfit]

@@gravityhammer25 nice, I will definitely check it out, thanks!

[@Pharaoh_The_Great]

Paid in full with cash?

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for watching and for the comment! I wish it was paid in full with cash but no far from that hahaha!

[@La-mak1nagarage]

I live in Coral Springs and I know which dealer you are talking about they suck

[@MotorMisfit]

@Rajesh UFI Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Yes that dealer is no good. Would t recommend that place to anyone haha

[@hartmutthomas989]

sie haben eine ganze Menge versäumt . Für was möchten sie dieses Auto modifizieren ? Wollen sie die Honda Ingenieure überlisten ? Eine veränderte Auspuffanlage bringt nichts , sie macht nur anderen Lärm . Ein anderer Ladeluftkühler bringt bei bester Laune max.4 PS . Ein auswaschbares Luftfilter bringt nichts , ausser einen leeren Geldbeutel . Meine Brembobremsen sind blendend . Ich mach allerdings keine Trackdays mit . Wo Honda richtig gemurkst hat ist beim Navi , beim Scheibenwischerintervall . die Illuminierung innen ist völlig überteuert . Die Hutze in der Motorhaube bei diesem FK 8. eine völlig mißlungene Erfindung . Sie bläht den Motorraum unnötig auf , bringt mir das Regenwasser genau auf die Domlager . Das ist völlig Banane , die Haube schaut aber bezaubernd aus .🚀

[@johncash8243]

Cringey 😬

[@MotorMisfit]

haha

[@Jack-lk8hz]

Boring 👎

[@MotorMisfit]

Thanks for watching anyways

[@MILLER9M]

Sorry video. Had to bump the speed in the video. Really didn’t find this video helpful. 🤌

[@MotorMisfit]

well.... thanks for watching anyways