Brutally Honest Review: Integra DC5 Type R

So today we have one of my favourite cars, and in my eyes one of the most beautiful cars ive ever see. Now this cars have a kingspot down in history for being one of the best FWD cars ever released, and indisputably the greatest FWD drive on the market of its generation.
So im excited to see what all the fus is about.
Now then;
The looks completely stepped up to the plate; the exterior can still compete with cars coming out in 2018 and an average person would never guess that the car came out in 2001.. and the same goes for the interior, the interior easily out shines most cars of today, so for Honda to release that in 2001 is absolutely outstanding.
The engine and the gearbox in this car were in absolute harmony with each other, so strong, so intricate and so beautiful.
Now; surprisingly i feel like the handing let this car down, it just didn't step up to its credibility; now i know that there are many factors which could influence this and it is a very old car, but either way i still felt underwhelmed. The power was a huge isnt for me as squeezing 220bhp out of a 2.0 NA engine is amazing, but i just wish they had a supercharged or turbocharged option.
Either way; amazing car. Love them.
Thanks to Jay (jays_dc5) for bringing it on to the channel.
I hope you all enjoy,
love you all see ya next time.

[@gumpy4960]

A type r rewards a good driver, if you are a lazy driver who can’t be bothered to use the gearbox properly then you aren’t going to like a type r.

[@alastairwaters9114]

Definitely agree

[@stevenvater2681]

I got a dc5 and your comment is 100%

[@SturdivantRacing126]

Totally nailed it. First time he complained about the handling, I just thought "Driver upgrade will help this problem."

[@MrSplcrazy]

Everyone thinks they're a good driver. Moving a gearstick isn't rocket science.

[@EnzoSmithers]

As the first UK owner of this car - 1) it does have AC (the dial with A/C written on it). 2) when it had Bridgestone RE070's on it, it handled like a train. 3) it can take dropping to 3rd at 60, don't be a girl and only go to 4th, you will overtake faster that way ;) and lastly, if its gonna be in a video on KZbin, at least put the Work wheels back on hah

[@iwannabelikemikepow]

as the second UK owner of this car and second DC5 i've owned i can confirm all of the above. well setup to be driven properly.

[@carsonwhitford3789]

iwannabelikemikepow as the third owner of this car I can confirm it is in fact a piece of shit

[@MaJorErroR154]

Carson Whitford as the 5th owner I can confirm I was rear ended by a Prius and was totaled

[@PeoplePie4Me]

Rob Smith as the current owner of this car I can ease your mind in confirming that the oem wheels are only on the car for the winter months . The work wheels with RE070’s are on as soon as the roads get dry enough ! It has also had a recent geometry set up from the guys at AK automotive , and a new tubular manifold fitted too!

[@carljones7992]

As 6th owner, i can confirm my missus was caught taking it bareback of first owner years later

[@maxcrowner4431]

Talking shit about the gear changes etc, if you’d have put it in third you wouldn’t have had to wait for the Rev/power

[@sktr4lf]

The "lad" clearly doesn't know how to drive VTEC...youth of today hah

[@altafpatel5206]

😂my exact thoughts.. 3rd gear is life

[@LATW_Flashbck_Wolf]

Yall ain't kidding 3rd gear is definitely a sweet spot

[@YouOnlyIiveTwice]

I agree about the VTEC. I used to mock people who bragged about VTEC until I bought one of these. When it hits around 5700 RPM, it almost feels like a turbo pull with the burst of power you get from it. Such an amazing engine.

[@geekzsti]

A small turbo with a big turbo lag Since it doesn't come in till late. When it comes on, it's small compared to a turbo. However, it's good for what it is. Turbo owners won't really notice it as much though. Has its own benefits

[@666KP]

Lee, what you talking about? Most cars in its class at that time with a turbo struggle to push much over 220 BHP out of the factory. You have owned 2 of them!

[@itsleelockwood]

Kevin Pearce but at the cost of a DC5 I was referring too

[@666KP]

Ok fair play, rare car though. Be good to do an EP3 comparison to see what you think 👍🏻

[@jasonlycett8132]

Bang on bro

[@coopsnz1]

Well said Kevin a Silvia s15 spec r 250 hp and weighed 100kg more

[@quentinrs2507]

« You have joined me from the driver seat » lmao😂

[@proinmaking]

Made me choke. Good shit, man.

[@HomeOfJack]

Jamie FYD Loading...

[@dazappleby1956]

I own one of these If your not feeling confident in that car mate it’s probably set up wrong imo

[@itsleelockwood]

Daz Appleby yeah Jay was worried about something not fully working to the potential in the suspension

[@360FAMOUZ360]

Absolutely love the shape of the dc5👍🏻

[@aaronstainer7245]

today you join me in the seat 😂 love bit of banta shame someone can't take a joke love the integra great review geez 👍

[@bossbaughton6131]

DC2 is the famous fwd legend, not the DC5

[@itsleelockwood]

i was hinting at the Integra as a whole

+BossBaugton..The Dc2 might be the "legend", but the Dc5 is still just as good if not better in my opinion.. And it has a better platform for performance increase with the K20 without spending tons of money to do swaps or boosting them. By simply adding bolt-ons, suspension, weight reduction, and a tune, the dc5 is an animal on a road course. Stock for stock, the dc2 does feel lighter and feels better around turns, but again, I dont think it matters much once the Dc5 is modded correctly. And the Dc5 just looks better in my opinion as well. But I love them both. Both are just amazing cars.

[@metubewrx]

BossBaughton I know right, and I have a DC5, but where he lost me, was when he said he has never hit VTEC in any Honda he's been, but he got a video on here 3 months before this video hitting VTEC in a DC5

[@dragonclubracing8669]

Dc2 best as standard, b18 vtec crossover!!!! Had an ep3 hated that k20 engine

[@tomnorris1734]

I think the majority of the handling issues will be down to the uniroyal tyres and the fact they're running in the wrong direction.

[@shanecarmonkey3716]

This kid knows fuck all about cars Lads!!!

[@itsleelockwood]

hahahaha

[@davespooney8472]

There's a lot I'd disagree with in this review, but it mostly boils down to - you need to get this car on track. Your respect for someone else's car and the fact you don't push too hard on the public roads meant you could only get a limited perspective. Good video though, no hate here.

[@shreddedlittle]

Love the reference to Jamie when you get in the car lmao and loving these reviews, as you actually know what you’re talking about😂😂

[@shreddedlittle]

Lee Parish yeah you’re right about that haha

[@Alanphuphalee]

For the first time I now understand VTEC. This is the best demonstration I’ve ever seen rather than boyo’s saying “vtech just kicked in yo” Looks fun as fuck

[@alexsavage1829]

Another Stella vid. Loving the format of this new series. Keep it up.

[@toony_1of3]

It’s the dc2 that has the best handling the dc5 uses ep3 running gear

[@ryancaunce3142]

martin toon ep3 running gear you ok m8?

[@MrGrentch]

Yep, the DC5 is a bloody great car, much more modern in look(really hasn't dated much) and feel and more civilised, but the DC2 is the one that gets the near universal praise and claim of "best FWD evah!" stuff. I have one so I have to say that or the old metal bastard will drive through my front window and kill me... Great video. Like your reviews.

[@checkyourself164]

Not the ep3 running gear, substantial differences, intake manifold, cams, compression, rev limit, ecu, 4th 5th and 6th are shorter, dc5 has an lsd and ep3 is open diff. If you've driven both you'd notice there's a fair difference

[@kellsled]

Owned all the type r’s more or less and the Dc5 stock is every bit as quick around a track than the dc2. Better all rounder by a mile dc2 unless k20 or fully built hasn’t loads of power

[@MrGrentch]

Oh I'd agree with you JDM Phil. I'd have a similar driving history to yourself. The DC5 is the better all rounder. It's more tractable, has more power, more comfortable and is scarily modern looking even today, though I would argue that the DC2 is one of the "purest" R's Honda produced. And it's not about the power.

[@astonrichardson4309]

Don't give up your day job lee

[@chrismurphy6285]

I bet the lack of sharpness was down to the Uniroyal Rainsport tyres.

[@strsuk-snappingturtlerescu4719]

Chris Murphy Me too!

[@itsleelockwood]

yeah exactly what Jay said

[@palethorpe01]

Spot on, stick a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4s on it and the behavior would be transformed.

[@adampatterson4857]

Chris Murphy im toying with the idea of getting rid of my jdm twinscroll sti for one of these typeR dc5s whats your thoughts am i mad? Lol reasons being im after somthing more involving the sti seems to quick to enjoy for me on a b-road lol

[@chrismurphy6285]

Adam patterson you would be mental to do that. If u need to feed the honda bug buy a cheap well specced Ep3 for half the cost and 9/10ths the thrills. Those twinscrolls are the one to have. Would keep it and watch the prices rise. Although DC5 are on the rise too. Just cant justify thecost over ep3 for me.

[@johntucker23]

The thing that makes the Integra great, is that you can use pretty much all of its power on normal roads and have a blast, anything more and you just can't use it without killing yourself.

[@stevob1988]

never felt a vtec? mate u must've been in some shitters then!

[@itsleelockwood]

must have!

[@christopherdaniel2747]

Lol I've see cars with VTEC that don't work, actually only one but other than that one the only other car that you can't tell VTEC kicked in is the nsx

[@whocares5188]

Bro vtec is nothing and the only reason you know it kicked in is because of the massive parts store fart can you put on your Hondas

[@brittonbrumitt]

I have the American version. 2005 Acura RSX TypeS with the k20z1 (detuned k20a) Made 210hp at the flywheel in stock format. With just bolt on parts, (intake, race header, and full exhaust) and a reflashed ecu and tune, I am now making 214hp at the wheels. If I swap out the intake manifold and throttle body, along with another tune; it will bump it up to around 235 wheel hp. These cars respond very well to increased air flow, both in and out. You could get to 300bhp very easily, and I assure you, in a 2700lb car.... its a very fun time to be had!

[@DasGigPig]

Type S was the best Integra they made. Balanced so much better than the R, but that;'s what you get after years of refining a model. Type R was madness and the Type S was the version you could live with that did everything right.

[@topgear931]

Love the deep blue colour 😍 another great review, keep them coming

[@Sandalssss]

"You have joined me from the drivers seat...." :D

[@itsleelockwood]

hahaha

[@dionwilkinson3028]

watching ur old videos lee u need to brig back the reviews man there so good

[@ajhamilton8458]

“I’m here, iv got a job to do. If you don’t like it F*** off !! “ 😂

[@imranaway]

Spot on review as always Mr Lockwood, can't believe I saw you yesterday at Trafford centre was going to come up to you but I was working and had my manager breathing down my neck so I bricked it. If given the opportunity of being able to speak to you yesterday I would of told you that i admire the fact that you put alot of time and effort into making these videos and hope that you carry on making more.

[@itsleelockwood]

should have just made it quick mate! where did you see me?

[@imranaway]

itsLeeLockwood I saw you in the food court walking past GBK with your lady friend, thought it would of been rude as you were engrossed heavily in conversation with her but I shall stop you hopefully the next time your there.

[@huojin01]

If only we were able to get the Type R version in the USA. The Type S drives very good too. It's a very fun car to drive to those who can appreciate it.

[@jesselee4405]

I appreciate my RXS-S. I have the k24/k20 in it with a couple bolt ons and chassis bracing. Most fun car I've ever owned. I don't plan on selling it.

[@waynekeenan6252]

Awesome vid Lee I love how honest you are with these reviews no blowing smoke up owners arses keep em coming

[@mrdayumfine109]

The DC5 is a beautiful car, but nowadays if you buy a Civic Type R EP3. You have 90% of the fun as a DC5 but at 25% of the price. You are paying for the "JDM BRO" and rarity. Better looks, a limited slip differential, and 15more bhp is all well and good....but for an extra £7k it's really hard to justify. You could have a mint Turbocharged EP3 for that £7k and it would kill this, and be more "UNIQUE" if that's what you're after.

[@4CDMA]

Квадрат на к20 выебет всех! =)

[@nismoylan]

I have owned a UK ep3 and JDM DC5 and they are worth every bit of the 4-5xs the price. Plus like all iconic JDM hondas. They hold their value so its kinda irrelevant. I owned the EP3 for a year and lost 25% in depreciation. With the DC5 it appreciated 30% in a year. Also you are comparing one of the best looking Hondas to one of the ugliest. So on that alone they are worth it.

[@mrdayumfine109]

DivlMint I've owned 2 UK EP3's and a JDM DC2 Integra so I know a thing or two about Honda's. I'm not arguing that the DC5 isn't a better car than the EP3 or even prettier, the DC5 certainly is.... My point is that you are paying 5x the amount based almost solely on looks alone and the "exclusivity" of having something "JDM". You are paying 500% the price of an EP3 for a 10% power gain and 50 less Kg and a Diff. I'd be willing to pay double the price for a DC5 but 5x more is ridiculous. The car is not 500% better.

[@nismoylan]

Yeah I have had a JDM DC2R also and my first car was EG6 SiR so i have been around hondas for a long time.. I know what you are saying and when I bought my Ep3 I had the same thought. But what I confirmed is that an EP3 for the most part that is 5xs cheaper than a fresh import dc5 is going to be a shed in comparison. So realistically you need to compare a mint EP3 to a DC5. They price gap gets a lot smaller. Then the recaros, brembos, LSD, hydraulic steering, more powerful engine and better looks don't seem too bad given what it would cost to put that on an EP3 or buy a JDM ep3. Not disagreeing with you but I think that if someone has the money for the DC5 its the best way to go. EP3s are phenomenal cars for the money all the same.

[@Mr-uw3zk]

Ah that noise of the V-tec coming in. Reminds me how much I miss that noise and my S2000. Great review 👍🏻

[@matthewgardner3084]

I had an ep3 type r and it was exactly the same. Great engine and gearbox. The handling was soft and doesn't inspire much confidence but gripped really well.

[@ajames718]

Attacking B roads whilst in Vtec is a scintillating experience. The chassis could definitely handle 250hp if they released a turbo version but for anyone who hasn't driven one of these on a B road, trust me the power delivery and eagerness of that Vtec engine married to those chassis will never fail to put a smile on anyone's face. You can tell by Lee's reaction whenever Vtec engages he can't help himself but to laugh and smile and that's what gives this Honda so much charm. It's such an easy car to enjoy more responsibly compared to what's out there today and I guess we don't get that anymore considering FWD hot hatches produce approx 300hp now.

[@elliot438bcfcVTEC]

I've had both the DC2 and the DC5. The DC5 is better in every way. With the DC5 the steering response isn't quite there but can be made plenty good enough with simple mods aswell as tyres make a huge difference. My other complaint is the shifter, nowhere near as good as the old Hondas but this comes down to the switch to cable shifter setup. I'm biased towards N/A cars but completely disagree about it needing to be turbo, it's already 20bhp up on the EP3 and lighter and don't even get me started on it being just an overpriced EP3 lol. Also you are shifting way to early and the unpredictability and bad steering doesn't sound right. Hear you on the bushings though, mine has had a lot of bushing upgrades and it will definitely help. With some nice mods power wise aswell you would be suprised what it can do against modern cars with a bit more power. I got a video of mine vs a Scirocco R on my channel. A lot of people used to turbos will think it feels slow and that's just because you don't get that insane torque spike pushing you into your seat but you are definitely moving.

[@GoogleUser-yj1wy]

I have owned the dc2 98 spec and a 2002 dc5,dc2 is definitely my favourite,I would definitely buy another dc2

[@andisadler2897]

Ive owned EP3 and a Turbo and i can tell you rigfht now that after 120 the non turbo struggles. Type R i had would do 160 yeh but it would take 10 miles without interuption to do it.It crawls up and takes miles and miles to go off the clock. With a turbo its way faster after 120 of course. Hitting turbo in 6th if you get me. Also the EP3 had no torque at all. Turbo i got now has 300nm of torque and you can certainly tell the difference. Dont get me wrong the EP3 was,is a cracking looking car and handles brilliantly. Its the only car ive owned that actually used to rip the front tyres literally off the rims.

[@Jan-eh7nf]

@@andisadler2897 yea and now how it's compare on twisty up to 70mph streets/city drive? Fastest car I had been 90's civic with big wide wheels and everything stock. On straight line and motorway ofc. turbo win, but that's for people who have lack of skills.

[@Thebeardofwisdom]

That is a bloody gorgeous car

[@Sumpula]

Then again these high strung N/A engines have more torque at the very bottom before turbo kicks in on charged engines. And the turbo engines usually run out of puff at around 6000-7000rpm with really narrow powerband of ~3000-6000rpm. These N/A engines continue climbing all the way to the redline of 8300-9000rpm depending on the engine. And if you turbo,- or supercharge one of these i-vtec engines you can make a reliable 500ish hp all day long with stock internals. At that point those cheaper turbo engines would have had their bottom ends build etc. And if there would be way more power needed the turbocharging of a honda i-vtec engine vs an already stock turbo engine would be similar price. But the Honda engine would be more reliable.

[@traceurGeorge]

Surely not on the stock internals?

[@Sumpula]

@@traceurGeorge Yes. With the stock internals. ✌️😁

[@LEWZR]

Loving these reviews, you have a good review style and always touch on some points that I know many other reviewers might skip over

[@ryanfielding5136]

Great review dude, I've always wanted a DC5, Was going to get one but bought a Celica VVTL-i 190, similar style of car but with a weaker Lift changeover than the Honda Keep up the great videos dude

[@ChuckTurtle1]

Fellow celica owner here! I believe we have the better handling car possibly? What the DC5 is missing is what we have but with less power.

[@ryanfielding5136]

Ryan Clark I'd go with that over the DC5 but as good as the 2zz is it lacks the punch of the k20s I'd have a DC 2 over the Celica although I wouldn't say no to a Celica TRD Sports M with the LSD and other toys lol, mines on Meister R Coilovers with Ultra Racing front strut brace only for now but with Blitz exhaust and Induction Kit, can be in the worst mood in the world but the minute I get in it I absolutely love it and the cam changeover with the SUS is absolutely naughty 👺

[@ChuckTurtle1]

Yeah theres not a day where I don't smile while driving or looking at mine. Have the TRD Spoiler installed and have the C1 Hood scoop, greddy front lip, TRD side skirts and sports M rear bumper spats to be painted and installed. Next step is 18" wheels followed by some coilovers. The style and look of the car is the main reason I love it. I was tied between getting a Celica or an EP3 but the coupe style was what won me over. I do not regret it!

[@ryanfielding5136]

Ryan Clark I don't blame you at all mate, personally I'd stick to 17s though for the compromise between looks and comfort as well as cheaper tyres, I've got 17x8 Ultralite Nurburgrings on mine and love them lol, I was also stuck between the Celica and the Ep3 since my last Celica got written off by a Peugeot (my 5th Celica I'm on now) and managed to find a 76k 2 owner Celica T Sport for the same price as the lowest end EP3 so it made my mind up for me really to be honest lol, cracking cars though definitely 😁

[@ChuckTurtle1]

Ryan Fielding you think i should stick with 17s then? If it saves much money i would consider it probably

[@reeceobrien9654]

The difference you’re seeing in steering when comparing having your foot down and when you’re going slower is just the nature of FWD cars, you have to remember you’re pushing power to the front wheels so they want to naturally push forward, as soon as you take your foot of the gas there will be more play in the wheel when cornering. Not car specific!

[@geekzsti]

Pretty much all cars. LoL the more you accelerate, the more grip. Hence why people step on it when entering a corner.

[@topman360able]

Love these videos lad 🙏🏻 much better than that fyd guy what’s his name again 🤣

[@BLX]

hahaha

[@gandhi1078]

Fyd talks with his hand & every car he gets in is awesome 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@FRANKYESS]

James Marshall try a dc2 fs

[@sxrory]

I ve had a 360 bhp 200sx an E46 M3 and although great, There's argument that 200bhp and a light car is a sweet spot on UK roads. I used to be flying in those cars not even trying. Driving something flat out and not fearing jail time every time you put your foot down has its appeal

[@notmanynamesleft]

Rory Jones I drove an ep3 type r after an E46 M3 convertible and it seemed just as quick!

[@notmanynamesleft]

M3 e46 are overrated and cost an absolute fortune to maintain! My tuned 330d is just as quick with savage torque

[@wadey8605]

It’s the LSD pulling you about once you get used to them you can get a lot more confidence in the corners.

[@itsleelockwood]

Bob Wade I’ve had LSDs before

[@DynodazeHondaTuners]

Great video just had. DC5 in at our place and KZbin video goes live 2moz. I’ve absolutely fell in love with the DC5 now we’ve mapped a white one. What a gorgeous car they are :)

[@naz2468]

the thing with hondas is that you have to adjust your driving style, the big problem is the lack of torque. a supercharger sorts that out though

[@deancook6810]

Do a shot everytime lee says V TEC lol love these reviews man completely honest keep it up

[@itsleelockwood]

haha lockwood drinking game.. shot every time i say 'lad'

[@deancook6810]

itsLeeLockwood id get drunk really fast mate you need to make some t shirts saying yes lad or nah lad stuff like that haha

[@darkclouds5261]

The POVs a wicked touch too lad

[@wackomanx]

I enjoy the Type R wheels in this factory color so much more than the white versions. They go so well with the color of the car.

[@geekzsti]

If you're a turbo owner, you won't really notice the Vtech. However, if you are only used to the na cars then you will feel the rush coming on. Like the first time in a turbo car.... just not as dramstic. After getting rid of my WRX and Evo, I intentionally bought an na 4 cylinder to drive to work. After not being in a turbo car for a good few months, only then did I feel the rush on the SiR and typeR.

[@JC21x]

please list what hondas you have been in before, what engine and year.... thanks.

[@PeoplePie4Me]

Quality video here . Felt very confident in leaving my car with Lee . Top lad as well , really great to talk to about cars 👍 she’ll be back with her shitty winter tyres removed , wait and see haha

[@dyila3016]

You’ve made me like these cars a lot more, great vid 👍

[@keliean34]

I own a dc5 and its one of the best cars i own to date stock its not the best especially if you have driven a more up to date vehicle with all the electronics but after changing some stock parts like suspension bushings shocks stabilizers ect the car handles well this car has thought me a lot on how to drive a front wheel drive car i absolutely love it. Drive one with a good set up you'll see the difference.

[@SilverScarletSpider]

I love the styling of this coupe! The bmw and subaru-like teardrop Front headlights, and every factory rear wing that sits on that trunk is beautiful.

[@lordomacron3719]

Yeap of all the Honda's this to me is the best looking as well. I feel in love with it watching it in its full racing trim during its BTCC days.

[@HntrShoots]

The blue Recaro look decent in any car except a blue car imo! Imagine them in the Type One Dc5!

[@KiwiCarLife]

If you're keen to see how the red recaroslook in a blue DC5, I've got some in mine!

[@johntucker23]

I love that you don't pronounce the same letters in words that I do, makes me feel somewhat normal.

[@themechanic8503]

Definitely got these reviews sorted Lee nice and to the point

[@itsleelockwood]

The Mechanic my man

[@millan_roper3850]

'Fuck the dog he's staying at home' 😂

[@jewjitsu72]

I didn't know these were so beloved abroad. Certainly there's a cult following in the Honda Community for it in the US; in the states it was branded as an Acura RSX, and the closest to the type-R was the type-S which is basically the same car but with a EDM Civic type R engine and a decisively more "American" interior. Still a great car, I picked up my type-S for 3 Grand (~2000 GBP) in pretty good condition so I'm surprised in Europe they can fetch up to five times more.

[@russlerjones3278]

wicked mix of review cars so far, shame you havnt got the opportunity at the moment to try stock versions of the cars, ive changed things on my own cars over the years that have totally ruined them, even down to the tyre can make such a difference, but overall I cant wait for the next review top work dude.

[@declanlowther3220]

Think you need have a go in a kswaped 90s Honda 👍

[@Daniel_ST180]

Hands down the best and most honest car review!!

[@mikey_harvey4778]

Wicked review, always loved the integra’s. Not a huge Honda or Vtec fan but the dc5 is one of my favourites. And I also agree on the white, they look mega.

[@SpannerManSam]

Sounds like it needs some decant tyres and a Frsu

[@turbotaku9317]

I can’t help but smile every time he hits vtec

[@willjames3735]

I know this video is like two years old but I don’t get the non-turbo argument, we’re talking about a K20 here. If you want crazy power from a turbo you just put one on it.

[@markrathbone2849]

I do love them ....but ....I just save a little more money and get a supra because they have the looks, 1 or 2 turbos, 2jz engline is bullet proof ....epic video tho dude 👍

[@jakepocock1616]

The main reason why the steering feels like it is, is due to the diff. Either it’s getting old and the diff needs work, or the diff is locking up mid turn. It’s an odd feeling mid corner to plant the throttle instead of lifting off. Great video though dude!

[@ethanthomas2204]

There’s a fire extinguisher in the door, that’s when it’s a true type r,

[@DaweBo1]

Probably been said already but its the DC2 that is the famous FWD integra. Still an amazing car and the K20 engine is truly something special. I'd love to see you review a B series EK or something because i personally prefer a bseries engine! I'd have let you take mine out but i sold it a few weeks back... Great video though mate!

[@HoldNoHostage]

It's the Dc2 Integra that's the best Fwd road/track your on about... ! And I'm guessing the handling is due the person's setup...

[@joeeasy8144]

Love the videos mate, keep it up!

[@Rawy20111]

Try get a mk2 mg zs 180 to review lad. Not the fastest car in the world but I think you'll be pleasantly surprised. They handle great. Tiff Needle praised it for being "one of the best handling fwd cars he's driven" when he test drove it on fifth gear. And the sound they make with a decat exhaust. Ooft! Like an old f1 car! Keep up the great content. 👍

[@darrylmarks9324]

Another great video you Crack me up keep em coming lee

[@liam_nh]

A worn out slider in the steering rack can be the main cause of the vague steering feel you found. The ep3 is also affected from the same part wearing out. They do have a/c as standard too unless the owner has removed it.

[@lewis2827]

Class reviews mate keep at it

[@ashreyy]

I wasn’t expecting that in terms of the handling I thought you would say it’s like a train on rails with it sticking to the road surprised me tbf 👍🏽👌🏽👌🏽

[@citroenvtr3250]

Cheers mate sick car and video's keep them coming 😄😄

[@kristianbaker41]

Dc2 is the best ever. FACT.

[@cypriotstavros7460]

You need to rev it out more bro shifting like a turbo VTEC drives different all the way two 9000rpm your shifting at 7500rpm

[@itsleelockwood]

i was going to 8.5

[@cypriotstavros7460]

Good review mate il let you off then with the revs sold my Subaru sti for a dc5 two different cars you could have both on your drive just the honda would be the more reliable my Subaru lost compression at 392bhp

[@IntegraDIY]

I guess this guy has never heard of a cold air intake, better intake manifold, long tube header, cams, Valve springs and retailers.. tuning… you can easily get 250hp out of these engines with some mods to make them flow better and add fuel and a tune. I’d prefer that to a sluggish factory turbo car, then once you start making more power with a factory turbo car it becomes fragile.

[@R3tr0_Playz]

Love the car review son keep it up looking forward in seeing Stella she been missed lol

[@photosmithy]

Lovely looking car, ive owned my dc2 type r for 14 years, seriously considering getting a dc5.

[@kingsleyhiggins1583]

If you have never felt a VTEC kick then you really haven't driven many old school Honda buddy as the older models atr/dc2/ek9 you will feel a decent difference in any of them - more so then the ivtec generation

[@69bock69]

how excited are you to drive that car! mate has one with 500hp. car feels like it wants to kill you. I'm after a n/a after load of turbos. looking at a mk4 r32 Thursday 😀. keep the vids going

[@AlexTheGreatish]

Dig the haircut! Great video. Keep em coming!

[@theracingedge8539]

Always had a massive soft spot for those cars, much love for a DC5

[@mecca1996]

"You join me in the drivers seat" Hahah the face afterwards

[@spoton3278]

Never felt VTEC? Have you driven any B16 or B18C equipped Hondas? No denying their VTEC feeling/sound.

[@chucklberry]

To get the most out of the k20 engine you have to absolutely wring its neck

[@owenthomas3]

Loving the vids lad

[@aaron1553]

Vtec just kicked In yo

[@MrGrentch]

Take your point about the power. It's defo not a turbo type car and they didn't suffer torque steer cos they had eff all torque. The Hondas back then were a different approach. It's all about the high revving keeping it on cam on very twisty roads. Kinda like a throwback to earlier times. Very specialised. Cars today are more jack of all trades. TBH it's one reason why I like your channel, you do the oul myth busting thing and don't just go with the flow. Some out there would still be saying "one of the best FWD ever!" even if they were upside down in a ditch with their hair on fire and their GoPro shitting itself. I'd still say that if you can get your mitts on a standard DC2 Type R, give it a whirl. You'll Nah Lads on it being a noisy, rattly old feeling car, but I'll bet you'll be hitting the sick lad button above 6k on proper twisty roads.

[@carolinesinclair7700]

Fn2 lovely looking car

[@ashadahmed9138]

Great review bro car looks sick 👌

[@paulgroves671]

Vtec switch-over is pretty subtle on a K20, much more obvious with a B18/16 or an H22. Try a good DC2 if you can, that's the one with the good reputation for handling.

[@andisadler2897]

Don't get me wrong the ep3 could go around corners on rails. So much so it used to rip tyres of its rims. Done this 4 times in a year. So eventually I stopped going around corners fast as tyres cost me 80 quid each. Good car quick to 120 then shite. Takes 10 miles to get off clock as it crawls up. Needs a turbo. Now I got a turbo and after 120 it keeps pulling! Good torquey car which is what the ep3 isn't. What did it with me and the ep3 was pulley cam wear making chain slip again and again. Never again.....

[@twiggti3331]

It does have air con, the pipes in the bay are a big give away mate

[@rabbit7able792]

Hi Bud,you need to sit down and watch your own reaction to that car....you need one!I have one in my garage white with red recaro's ,mint condition.never driven in the winter.and it is a monster.you need to learn how to drive it hard around corners,it feels strange because of LSD but it will pull you out like you never believe

[@itsleelockwood]

rabbit7 able I’ve had cars with LSD’s though! Jay thinks there is a suspension issue in the car