EricTheCarGuy Gets an Integra Type R

[@rztrzt]

I'm glad it's a bit crusty and not perfect, means we're getting Integra Type R videos coming our way! :) Do a complete strip down & rebuild, c'mon you now you want to!

[@ericthecarguy]

I do actually.

[@Carstuff111]

@@ericthecarguy Rebuild, it is SOOOOO worth it! You have what is basically still the ultimate DRIVER'S front drive car. A car that Honda did so well with, most people that mod them make them worse....This car absolutely deserves a new lease on life. I am betting it made one hell of a winter car, but holy crap talk about wasting potential....

[@martinamicflyy2618]

mips Look up Gene kim

[@winstonleighton1358]

@@ericthecarguy ,,, Have you ever worked on the 5 cylinder Honda's made in the 90s ?? And what your take on them .

[@Undar8ed03]

I am 100% in agreement with mips. Tear this thing down and rebuild it. The Honda Gods will bless you!!

[@matthewwach7693]

Put it this way: you've waited a lifetime for this moment, and so has this car. Rebuild it for what it is meant to be. You deserve it, the car deserves it, and your fans deserve it. It's the right thing to do.

[@SaberusTerras]

Dude, give it all the love you have. You've waited for this car, and now you have it. Bring it back to full glory.

[@imagingteam]

Look at you, sparkling eyes like a passionate kid, this is what being a car guy is all about. Can't wait to see the restore/upgrade of this Type R

[@barbbachello]

Would love to see a complete restoration (or close to it). Drop all the sub frames out and powder coat/blast everything with new bushes and fresh hardware etc. Replace anything that needs replacing with something better. New exhaust, fresh pads and slotted rotors etc etc

[@marcosalazar5339]

I really do appreciate this vehicle and how stoked you were to get the car. No matter the price. Today, i found a hidden gem. A 95 civic ex si, full package with rear disk brakes, abs, not damaged except the hood and a bumper cover. But other than that. Man i got to say: i completely understand you. Specially because they are 100% vintage cars.

[@Stevelangdon93]

That’s incredibly clean underneath. In England it would’ve been sold as “rust free” 😂

[@cerealfamine1]

Same here in Canada, all Hondas have rusty rear quarters with holes and often called rust free. Lol

[@elliot438bcfcVTEC]

Even cars that came from Japan completely rust free, after a couple years in UK they start to show corrosion even with lots of protection😢

[@Stevelangdon93]

elliot438bcfc not always true, I had an EM1, in the UK it’s whole life. Rear quarters and sills were completely clean, not even scabbed. Underneath the rear was crusty, worse than this integra but all the metal was still solid, as the rust was very thin. That said I would agree that most civics even from Japan are buckets 😂 think the coupe fairs better being undersealed from factory and built in the US

[@seeya205]

@@cerealfamine1 Same with the women! LMAO!

[@andrewthompsonuk1]

Agree, I just get underneath and coat any visible rust with copper slip grease and it ceases to be a problem. Just do that once a year..

[@y2j96]

Ive got a 97 white itr in canada. Ive only built 1 engine and 1 transmission in my life and it was for the r. 250 thou kms just driving it this morning some of your vids over the years have helped me thanks eric have fun with blacky!

[@number1pappy]

10:55 ish....I want to genuinely commend you on a job well done as a father! You have raised a good son ! The simple fact that he understands and felt bad means he "gets it" and that is something that is sadly missing in today's youth. Your a good father! Something else that's missing in today's environment. Good job dad! Your son has a huge "step up" in life now. As usual another awesome video sir! Keep em coming, thanks!

[@YitDatBia]

Welcome to the club Eric! I have a 98 ITR. Owned it since October 98. Believe me, I've tried to sell it multiple times, but always backed out. That was in my teenage days. Glad I held on to it. 20+ years now. Ton of memories. Allot of mustangs and camaros left in my rear view. Congrats again.

[@Bubbaxlt]

Glad to see any Integra saved from a rusty death but especially a Type R. You're a car guy after my own heart Eric

[@cordellragsdale9949]

I would love to watch u completely restore this type r. In detail. The rust work and replacing parts back to original would be very entertaining. Cant believe previous owners uses this car for a winter beater. Its in the right hands now. Keep the history alive and restore it.

[@FedSalman]

Fix the rust, the headlights and the door handle and just enjoy it!

[@melvin5818]

I can tell this car is dear and near to your heart. So for upgrade do what you want with it. Don't let the subscribers make that decision for you since this car means so much to you. Any video you make out of it would be a joy to watch.

[@JOJOMIII]

I bought an evo 1 RS. Little pricey but man the smile on my face when I drive or work on it. Money is money but the experience is everything.

[@seeya205]

That smile is priceless!

[@ptnandes]

Eric has been amazing for my honda fixes. Ive been following this guy for a long time, many years now. And Ive got a soft spot for him as a human beeing, so honest and mellow. Congrats my man!

[@mcatees]

I sold my Jap import Integra XSi (Australia), the first car with a factory B16a engine and have regreted it ever since. Type R of it's day before Type R existed! Love to see your passion for these Honda's. They where light years ahead of their time.

[@PMPerformance]

Man, this is such nostalgia for me. Now that you show it closer, you deff have your work cut out for you, but still a dream come true. It’s always great to see how these aged. I only remember how they were new. I’ll be watching the progress on this one

[@rickpalechuk4411]

With all the extra parts, this car was your density... I mean destiny... To bad about the hack body work. Definitely a project. Thanks for sharing, Cheers

[@suj1945]

Nice BTTF reference

[@JSchrumm]

1955 called and well you know the rest.

[@rickpalechuk4411]

@@JSchrumm Great Scott!

[@davekintz7170]

@@rickpalechuk4411 If my calculations are correct...when this baby hits 88 miles per hour...

[@TheLionAndTheLamb777]

@@davekintz7170 We're gonna see some serious V-tech.

[@ValenNitto]

"Used it as a winter car" My face: 😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳

[@XenomorphLV426]

I'm not a fan of Honda but even that made me cringe. Especially from just a depreciation perspective.

[@gordonsumner2085]

Major cringe.

[@theimportschannel86]

Hahaha, same here.

[@GreatBirdOfHope]

I'm glad the car has found it's way into new hands

[@epoxeclipse]

@Wikkitt Klown if your other ride is a lambo, your winter beater disposable fwd is this.

[@syd_luna]

I am so happy for you Eric! 20+ years in the making, and you finally got the Acura Integra Type R! I love the idea of you restoring it to "better than stock" condition. Mild upgrades, but in a way, a "resto-mod" that is yet to happen. I can't wait for "Black Beard" to be worked on! :D

[@clocktower7]

I wish you the best of luck with your purchase Eric! You have one of the Best modern classics in the palm of your hands. Please, Please, Please post your restoration process and journey on youtube. I own a 1995 Honda Civic SiR EG6 (Like your Integra Type R, is all there and totally standard) which is sadly rotting away in the outdoors for the past year. I hope to start restoring it in the coming months. Owners of these wonders of engineering by Honda should cherish them and look after them as everything about these cars will never be seen again. Many thanks and keep up the good work that you do to keep these Brilliant machines on the road.

[@Jay_2023]

Congrats on the good find Eric! Back to the old days with Honda's I see. Long time watcher here from Australia. I rarely comment on videos, but really excited for this new episode Type R. Had a Integra Type R back in the day. But as circumstances change and family grows had to say goodbye to it. Oh how, I really missed that Type R.

[@ericthecarguy]

Thank you for watching and commenting! Sorry you had to say goodbye to your R. Perhaps one day it will find it's way back into your life.

[@AstrosElectronicsLab]

Hello, fellow Aussie!

[@1truerodney]

Not even jealous. You've helped so many people you deserve it.

[@maradyem9908]

Keep the Type R as OEM as possible. More modifications, the less pure it will be. Instead, mod the GSR!

[@TreyCook21]

Agreed. I was cringing at the fog lights. Factory harness, but you've got to drill holes to fasten the lights? Pass

[@averyalexander2303]

@@TreyCook21 I personally don't think correctly installing an OEM accessory like fog lights is bad and I don't think it makes the car "less pure", but that's just me. The way I see it if that was the case higher trim levels with more options would make the car "less pure" as well. Aftermarket stuff I can understand though

[@TreyCook21]

@@averyalexander2303 I agree with OEM accessories. He said the harness and button was OEM, but the lights are PIAA. Is that the OEM supplier? It just seems like there would be a spot in the bumper specifically made for them instead of having to bolt them onto the bumper. Side note: I know nothing of the Honda life and care nothing about purity, but I do appreciate a clean install.

[@puppetmasterblaster]

queue all the "purists". Cringe.

[@torello928]

Modify it however you want but make all installs clean and reversible and hold on to all oem parts being replaced! Really not gonna matter anyway, it will go to his son.

[@bradenwuesthoff5639]

Cold air intakes sound so good on these vtec engines, the roar when the vtec engages is beautiful

[@jxhern22]

It’s so satisfying when the right person gets the right car. This is going to be fun to see the progression of this car in future vids.

[@alexrussell8308]

Seriously can't wait for many many many many videos fixing and bringing it back to its glory! Congratz Eric have fun with it!

[@defectvirus]

Eric I love your channel!! The teggy looks great!

[@zeusghods7216]

Congrats on the car! Looks like a twin to mine!! I purchased an ITR on Bat last year with 19k miles on it. Such a great little car, congrats and I'm looking forward to more videos!

[@midnightmystery544]

Teggies! Makes me happy to see you get it, Eric!

[@radioactiveplatypus6]

Glad to see you got yourself a new toy, I credit you and your videos for helping me replace my motor myself in my 98 civic. I watched your videos for reference and got it driving again back in 2014 when the head gasket blew at 190k. This new video made me reminisce about the old Honda days lol glad to see you're still going strong!!

[@kylechellino2579]

You do a really good job describing the car. I'm blind, and love cars a lot. I can tell you what a car is by feeling it, and hearing it start, and if noticeable, I can tell you what year.

[@TheGreatEscape77]

How did you type this or find the youtube app/videos if your blind

[@kylechellino2579]

@@TheGreatEscape77 I don't use the ap, I go on the KZbin Websight with a laptop using a screen reader.

[@martinblank4250]

Yes. Absolutely. Without question, return it to its original glory, giving it the special ETCG love and affection of special touches here and there. Please. And thank you. If anyone can and should do it, It Is You. And, as always, "nothing's complicated unless you complicate it." Forward!

[@hellraizer06]

Complete tear down, repaint and rebuild to its glory 🙏🙏🙏

[@g-mang-man7924]

I don't think that you paid too much. But what amazes me is the value of seriously desirable Japanese cars. After working on Toyotas and Hondas at the dealer level since 1989, I have seen them come and go. So many I have owned, and those I have wanted to own. Currently own a 2011 Tacoma TRD Off Road double cab and an 01 Camry. Loved Integra's but never owned one. Had close friends that owned them and worked on them. I'm happy that you have finally was able to own one that you had coveted for so long. Enjoy my friend!

[@marccurtis3464]

Great machine Eric! Long ago I swapped an Acura 1.8 into a CRX. Great project, easy too. Can't wait to see the build/restore. Definitely Header & Intake improvement!!!

[@alvesluisfilipe]

Bring it back to full glory. I love hondas and love your videos. I learn a lot with you in order to fix my 98 civic and 93 concerto here in Portugal. Can't wait to learn some more. Maybe one day I'll have my Ek9 type r dream car. Congratulations!

[@Jlemus01]

Damn a good type r is around 28,000 I remember my neighbor was selling me his for $14,000 with 55k miles on it I'm regretting that every single time I see one of this.

[@epoxeclipse]

Bro.. You could 2jz swap a base model teggy for that much.. I'll take two.

[@maximusareilius2262]

@@epoxeclipse but a base model teggy wont have the same lsd tranny or suspension and brakes

[@epoxeclipse]

@@maximusareilius2262 well lsd transmission is a big deal.. Still my buddy picked up an Integra the other day for 2k, put 12k into it and I'm pretty sure after turbo kit, lsd, suspension, wheels and tires you could end up with more performance for same dollars into.

[@Dreso87]

epoxeclipse still not a type r :/

[@pete5534]

Do what you want - it's your car! It's great that you can use Integra parts (bumpers, etc.) to replace some of the rusty components. If it were mine, I'd clean up all the rust, replace any worn bushings, the exhaust, and give it a good clean up. I'd definitely be scoping out Craigslist and forums looking for any part-outs, and in time consider bodywork & a respray. Like you said, I doubt such a light car needs much more than stock suspension and brakes - these were engineered & built when Honda was very much on top of their game. I'm glad you found each other!

[@blahber222]

I AM THE HAPPIEST RIGHT NOW THANK YOU

[@Carstuff111]

A friend of mine got to drive a real Type R about 16 years or so ago, and was blown away by the handling and how hard it pulled, he had at the time a 1992 Integra GS. He has wanted a Type R from that day to now, but it is nice to say that his current 1993 Acura Integra GS is about as quick as the Type R. His 1993 though has been massively upgraded to be as quick, B18A1 block, ported 1995 B18C1 Integra GS-R head (with Skunk2 lost motion assembles), high compression pistons (with the GS-R head 12.5:1 compression), ported Skunk2 intake manifold matched to a 70mm throttle body, 4-1 exhaust header with 2.5 inch collector to a 2000 Camaro SS Flowmaster catalytic converter, a quiet Greddy SP2 cat. back exhaust, a chipped OBD1 modded for VTEC and tuned by me using Crome on a Moates Ostrich 2.0... With the stock GS-R cams, and the tune as I have it (tuned using a vacuum gauge and wide band O2 and on the fly tuning) I am guessing his engine makes at least 190 flywheel HP. He believes the only thing keeping his car from being as fast, is the extra weight of the DA9 chassis and he is still using the stock 1993 Integra transmission which has a wider gear spacing and a 4.44:1 final drive. With a bit of weight taken out and a shorter geared transmission, we are hoping to make his car at least as fast as the Type R...and faster if decides to build for a turbo.

[@JamieMcgee518]

Integra is one of the most beautiful cars. More Integra videos, please.

[@DanElmer]

I'm so happy for you Eric. Can't wait to see you work your magic on this one. You do amazing work

[@johnkilo3]

As I'm sure you're well aware already, if you want to get any OEM parts to replace things on the Type R (or even the GSR), you better get them soon as every day more and more parts are discontinued for these cars. I have a custom SMSP exhaust manifold (a real one, not one of those PLM replicas) I would be happy to donate to the project if you wanted. It would go nicely with a nice exhaust, and obviously you could always put the OEM manifold back on if you wanted to return to stock. No one seems to want to buy it locally so I'd be happy to give it to you as thanks for all the videos and information over the years, if you're interested.

[@Shane-zx4ps]

johnkilo your a nice dude,

[@seeya205]

Looks like your luck has turned around(Dad's truck)! Great deal on the parts! It needs some love but you are the right guy to bring her back to her former glory. I would get her done now so that you can just enjoy her all summer.

[@midnightmystery544]

It's not rusted out.... Still.... I think you've caught it in time! I know you have the ability to love a car the way this car needs right now! Might be time for a trip to Pull-A-Part soon! 😀

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

This car is making me for real wish I had a angle die grinder with a wire wheel attachment... js

[@seeya205]

Good luck finding one at Pull-A-Part!

[@attackroflchopter4403]

He caught it just in time.

[@alabamafbfan1985]

Midnight Mystery I was thinking I’ve seen worse rusted cars. That car can be cleaned, prepped, painted, fluid film, a few things replaced and it’s new

[@genuineallday4676]

Super happy for you man I got mine 4 years ago and spent $25k on restoration back to stock all done in house which i was fortunate to purchase alot of the parts before it got discountinued within the last 2 years all I need is sport tires and I will be driving it for the first time this spring get ready for the journey of perfection I will be watching

[@milkmanken5354]

Gonna have to like this one just for that daddest of dad jokes at the end

[@thehondacura3773]

That is a ton of money for that car in it's condition! Looking forward to seeing a stock restoration. Owned a 1998 GS-R and the first 2002 and last 2006 TYPE-S 4th gens. The world is moving away from our physical connection to the automobile. Proof is the owner's care and maintenance of that car. Many people just don't care at all about even owning a car. They immediately jump in the back seat with their heads down swiping their phones. Hopefully you get it restored enough to get your money back, but very very soon there will be even more people that DGAF about these great machines!

[@ComandanteJ]

That unicorn definetely deserves some TLC. I'd go as deep as I could with the restoration.

[@koltrountree7619]

Beautiful teg,worthy of your attention and love! Restore it and keep a piece of history! Even with all its imperfections it's gorgeous!

[@sunnylam2284]

I'd love, and I mean LOVE to see a nut and bolt restoration of the Type R. Build it up to a condition where you won't be embarrassed to show it off to people who know what they're looking at but can be enjoyed on the back roads without worrying too much :p

[@jdmstevo6234]

I will be glued to the integra videos you will put up as I need motivation and help

[@tylersgarage5473]

Keep it on the road and let it keep you smiling. You know what happens when a car sits and doesn't get driven.

[@AstrosElectronicsLab]

It tends to rot away, tires go funny, engine gets globbed up and starts making mechanical noise?

[@abu_ghaleb]

Congratulations Eric, I hope you enjoy every minute with it.

[@Brian-Burke]

While I like the car content, the story about your son is beautiful. You're a good man, Eric.

[@2Pyroz]

Niiice. I saw this up for auction and almost pulled the trigger on getting it. I already have an Integra and love the line. Congratulations on getting this amazing car.

[@polvandennieuwenhof9137]

Take it to Eric O. in his eyes this would be surface rust.

[@calholli]

It's very mild surface rust... That's a fact. But if he wants this 'rare car brought back... or "restored" --- then yeah, I can see that being an issue in 10 years when he's trying to sell it and double his money.. Can't have rust on that day.

[@jenkinsj0672]

Exactly what I was going to say. Eric O would love to see this at SMA.

[@Oblithian]

it's largely surface rust in my eyes as well.

[@AstrosElectronicsLab]

lol like he's going to drive it from Ohio to NY...

[@TheDerrty111]

CAR IS A KEEPER ERIC!! I recently bought a 06 T.L loved it!

[@ericthecarguy]

Congratulations. Have you seen the series I did on those cars? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnrCqKGladp9mJo

[@WelshyAutomotive]

"Winter Car" Here on the East Coast in Canada, this would be considered mint.

[@iDayVids]

Welshy no, no it wouldnt. Dont lie.

[@amirmurray9916]

Major facts..especially here in toronto👍

[@amirmurray9916]

@@iDayVids this is facts lol...people hiding type r in their garage in the winter time

[@WelshyAutomotive]

Davie Blaze I wouldn’t consider it, but the kid selling it from Sackville would.

[@jessicaquinones2700]

My favorite car for a longtime still want one no matter the color black yellow Phoenix or 97 98 championchip white no matter the years the time the technology this typer era still great.

[@nestorroman2694]

Legend has it that Eric has OEM Acura blood!

[@nestorroman2694]

His blood type is R

[@krazybubba2579]

I’m a huge type r bseries guy so I love the blood type lol great one

[@grease7552]

You lucky bastard! I’m glad it went to someone who’s going to bring her back to life, and not cut it up for parts!

[@Rmathis80]

*I turned my Special Edition Integra to a Type R. Everything except the red interior stitching, I got a Type R DOHC Vtec engine and made it a Type R, I don't tell everyone I have a Type R, I just tell them I got a Integra SE.*

[@Mellchior]

One of the best FF cars. I was fortunate to have owned a Phoenix Yellow 2001 ITR. Too much attention (the negative kind) so I traded it in. I still miss it to this day.

[@touringteg]

I sold mine last year after 3.5 yrs of ownership. Shopping for another because they are so fun.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Pretty clean for a winter car I have seen 10 times more rust on a winter vehicle then that

[@jeffscomp]

Garage kept at least

[@dannyDC2]

Nice to see you got a Type R, Eric. I subscribed when I bought mine in 2012 and needed some help repairing it. Rust is their worst enemy. Good luck with it 👍

[@joeacfalle2380]

Oh...a fixin it forward project in the near future..😊

[@louie4316]

Wow! All I can say is wow. That is a gem, I had a '94 GS-R back in the day. absolutely loved that car. Got stolen right off my driveway one night, went to the International Auto show In Toronto (don't remember if it was 96 or 97) and what do I see on display roped off? A 1997 Championship White Integra Type-R. The Acura sales rep told me that only 500 were coming to the US and 200 units for Canada and I can order one with a $1000 deposit and have it delivered to the dealership of my choice. All these years later and I'm still kicking myself for not doing it. Congrats on your purchase..look forward to seeing more videos.

[@NathanTransportLLc]

The Legendary B18...

[@Pillokun]

for me a b18 means an old volvo 1.8cc engine. That is legendary for me :P

[@remowilliams7029]

Way to go Eric it's worth every penny. The holy grail is a right hand drive but this is just fine. The tuning is still going to be massive fun. P.S. No Eric there is no mistaking the Integra type R and the Civic type R! Both icons of JDM tuning.

[@curtisbeef]

My GSR has tons of rust and fucked paint. I look forward to watching you restore this for tips :P

[@gordonsumner2085]

Congrats on the car! I’m glad it’s in the hands of a guy who can make it right. Gosh, the temptation to do a ground up restoration would be huge if it were mine.

[@usmale47374]

Do whatever makes you happy with Black Beard, Eric. No, I wouldn't have paid that much for it, but that's really irrelevant, isn't it?

[@seeya205]

We all have overpaid for the things we love

[@TreyCook21]

@@seeya205 Cinnabon, car parts, that girl in high school that I haven't seen in 18 years.... yeah, we have

[@arthurrodesiler3109]

Make it that girl that I have not seen it 50 years that cost me a small fortune and a lot of work for nothing.....lol

[@Adam-lq5kg]

Ultimately, yes you paid too much. But! sometimes you have one chance the cash in on your "dream" and you either strike, expense be damned, or lose out. What the right move is, is subjective and circumstantial for the dreamer.

[@TreyCook21]

@@Adam-lq5kg This has a Slim Shady vibe to it. With your alien avatar, you must be... Martian Mathers!

[@hardtime3769]

Glad you bought it. Needs to be saved, good luck on it. Previous owner had no idea what they had. It's JDM gold. just dont leave it parked & unattended anywhere!

[@baddestburrito]

I remember wanting one of these 20 years ago, and thinking, "I'll just wait for them to come down in price a bit more..." Oof.

[@jmr6117]

You stil waiting lol..sigues esperando q bajen de precio ( nunca ) jaja..al contrario cada vez cuestan mas...lol.

[@baddestburrito]

@@jmr6117 No mames, guey! Hace muchos años, he abondonado mi sueño de tener un Type R. En lugar de eso, he comprado un Civic EF y un Lexus SC400. Basta de fun para mi. jajajaja

[@jmr6117]

@@baddestburrito oye compa no puedes abandonar tus sueños de seguro eres joven ,hechale ganas ahora dinero q el dia q menos lo pienses encontraras uno ,hace poco en craitlist Sandiego CA. Habia uno 25 mil dollares negro m.estaba lindo ,nuevo ..Suerte ok. Yo quisiera un civis 1999 o 2000 SI...ese me gusta un chingo pero estan caros y dificil de conseguir tambien..

[@baddestburrito]

@@jmr6117 ¡A huevo, guey! Aparece que concoces mi corazón muy bien. jaja Saludos desde Vancouver, amigo! =)

[@benhogervorst]

I'm in love with this car and I'm even more in love with the idea of watching you fix it up and making it clean in your own special way, Eric. Also I feel for your son, must have sucked so bad for him.

[@workingshlub8861]

call that corrosion?? great shape for 20 years in salt belt..

[@michaelcapobianco6783]

Awesome , Eric. Always loved these cars. I had a 91 RS integra. Obviously my stupidity did dumb things to it but it was the best car I've ever owned, way ahead of it's time. Can't wait for the videos to come.

[@fifteenbyfive]

The Integra Type R: "The best thing that Honda Civic ever made."

[@SomethingUnremarkable]

He said best dang Honda Civic ever made

[@dannysun121987]

Lol no nsx or s2k

[@alberth5551]

I would put an NSX above this and the s2000.

[@fifteenbyfive]

@@alberth5551 Bang for the buck's not even close.

[@Dreso87]

Daniel Gonzalez nsx and s2k are not based on the civic so....

[@mzondi1970]

As a fellow Honda lover I am glad to see its in good hands now. I have a 99 Si that I keep out of the Midwest salty winters. I am slowly restoring mine. I was able to locate new OEM floormats. Doing the interior now. I did the same updated aftermarket (quality) as stuff wore out. Apexi World Class exhaust, Mugen header, Koni adjustable struts etc etc . It will never be stock again so I don't mind changing it up a bit. I am glad you are going this way as well.

[@evoTimer]

Sand blast removable parts, Zinc plate all the fasteners, Powder coat everything else. Upgrades: Japan Auctions for rare goodies. Tommyfyeah Spec

[@randyturner3424]

Ah, it's sad to see the old Type R go, but I'm glad that it went to someone who cares about it and what it is. I have so many memories in this car. Camping, hauling firewood, moving two kids into college, delivering furniture, learning to drive, timing how quickly we could swap the wheels, family vacations, cloverleaf driftoru at work. It's about time the car switched hands and my mom moved to something a lot less special as simply just the (completely paid off) family hatchback that was also good in the snow. I won't miss it at all but it going away is still bittersweet. Eric, I hope that you and your son enjoy the car as much as my dad did.

[@5luggin]

So they used that type r as a daily driver.. omg

[@MB7_7]

I'd rather it get driven instead of just sitting in a garage collecting dust

[@ahcgarage]

Love it, can’t wait to see more 👍🏼👍🏼

[@cebuanostud]

Yes.....headers, intake, exhaust and get rid of those crusty parts and install those parts you've been holding on for years. V-techin all summer long, yo.

[@eddiequinones72]

Eric a true gem. I would mildly do the upgrades you mentioned and also keep it stock. That what I have done with my 08 SI sedan so its tastefully done. Great channel keep all those good videos coming. Regards EQ

[@ecliqxse9591]

OMG I MISS MY 00 gsr WT A TYPE R WING

[@snazy7777]

I'm actually so happy for you !! You deserve it, it was always your car and i think you know that too

[@kiwizate]

Honda lovers dream, I'm looking forward to some Tasteful enhancements and "restoration"

[@spokebloke1]

Looking forward to watching you work on this beauty Eric. I've always liked the way you produce your videos and the fact that you avoid the whole 'hype' video thing that you get with far too many car channels on youtube run by 16yr olds, and more than once I've thought that it would be nice to see you work on something special rather than just another Odyssey. I have an 05 Euro Luxury Sport in vgc, with the 6spd manual. Australian delivered car, zero rust anywhere. Had it for almost a year, and it's by far the best car I've owned. Can't wait to see you start on the ITR.

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

15:30 -- Black Beard the Type ARRRRRRRRRRRRRRR Amirite 😏

[@TreyCook21]

He even nailed the voice

[@Onlooker71]

Not sure how far you’re prepared to go with this car, but I would love to see a Type-R restoration series of videos. Replacing the rusted-out parts, fixing the cracked body panels, fixing the bodywork on the rear bumper, adding the cold air intake, adding the exhaust, etc... bring it back to its former glory and then compare to the GSR.

[@mastahc411]

I love Hondas. Great engines. But what's essentially a 20 year old civic for $20k+? That would be a hard no lol. Is the cost of these just because of the rarity?

[@seeya205]

It's no Civic!

[@TreyCook21]

Yes. He says it best when he referred to it as a unicorn. Would you pay 20k for a unicorn? Me neither.

[@jeffsafawi7947]

Tf man

[@seeya205]

@@TreyCook21 Freaking right I would pay $20k for a unicorn! I could make millions off it! Civics of this age have little to no value but the Type R is just going to go up in value. If he gets it mint, he can almost double his money right now!

[@TreyCook21]

@@seeya205 Very true. I should have said, if I had the extra 20k and the knowledge to fix it, then yes it would be a great investment. I'd ride that unicorn all around town! Sadly, I can only tell my friends I saw one and hope they believe me.

[@porthose2002]

I'm super happy for you, Eric. Enjoy!

[@admiralalcatraz6080]

It's just like my BMW a good 20 footer, looks good from 20 feet away. Really nice car though!

[@SaulGude]

I have some stock Type R shocks. Has between 30-50k kilometers. I bought them as an assembly and only needed the springs. Happy to contribute to your restoration.

[@pebblez_]

Gud investment

[@randallraines1175]

AzyPebble berry gud

[@dare1ner]

Who the HELL IS GOING TO DISLIKE THIS VIDEO, Glad to see your still a true HONDA MAN 👌🏻