OLD CARS ARE THE BEST! RHD 2000 Civic Type R Review

2000 Honda Civic Type R Review on The Straight Pipes. Is this better than a new Civic Type R, an R34 Nissan Skyline GTR or RHD MK4 Toyota Supra? This is the first Civic Type R ever made, also known as the EK9 Type R.
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I have teamed up with Ontaerial to bring you the best visuals in the industry. Our reviews are from an enthusiast perspective (Jakub), as well as someone who doesn't really know much about cars but likes them (Yuri). You won't find details about compression ratios here, instead you'll have real world opinions on what it's like to drive and own these cars.

[@macmaccourt]

"I hated imports, cause I was wrong!" - best line ever.

[@suryamp12]

Everyone's a hater until they experience VTEC.

[@YuriTereshyn]

suryamp true

[@JeepCherokeeful]

jayjaylen75 not at all! Boost builds massive torque, like a silent, magic push from behind

[@bcuz8998]

JeepCherokeeful kinky

[@Robert-goose1]

Nah, still slow.

[@koliqvotw]

if its type r or racing spec or awd

[@mammothfire]

In Europe, the ///M badge is the most counterfeit badge

[@wesleysavage444]

@@HotCacahuete I mean they own BMW lol

[@dancinglizard3080]

in russia, you are the counterfeit.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Makes perfect sense.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

BudgetEskay - I am real then. LOL

[@phil_zupra_b5880]

Yeah who doesn't know the E46 M320d

[@slacksmeridian]

I got so excited when you said "WHY YOU SHIFTIN SO EARLY GO GO GO" and his face just lit up! Awesome.

[@QuakeGamerROTMG]

I don't think any sentence has ever summed up 90's series Hondas more than that one.

[@quitesmacked]

hell yeah me and my boy in his 91 civic 😂 so accurate!!

[@baileyjoer]

In the space of about two days you guys have become my favourite thing on the internet.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Oselation well that's pretty awesome. As of right now you're our favourite thing on the internet

[@ValenNitto]

TheStraightPipes now kith

[@Fadic4]

High reviving engines are my favorite.

[@Jarmundx]

ever heard of rotaries my dude?

[@stoosee]

@@Jarmundx but they're not fast haha

[@user-xg5ot2no5h]

@@stoosee They are, but they come at a price or unreliability

[@GreekFenah]

I think i would rather have this then the new Type R

[@user-eo1hy6sk4x]

GreekFenah Wonder if there ever will be a real re-issue of some classic model by the manufacturers.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Keksi the Labrador pretty much never

[@nelsonp4651]

Fenster yep

[@Loudest_Cricket_]

Yup. I would take this car over any other car ever, besides a 1984-1987 Toyota Corolla Trueno. This CTR and the AE86 are my dream cars. Why? Performance where you need it, but still perfect for DD, and it's RHD!

[@ciello___8307]

Shadow On The Sun I'm not sure if this type R is a good dd- it's really high sprung and so it's not suited for traffic

[@TheStraightPipes]

Have you ever driven right hand drive? How was it? Is the original Type R better than the new Type R? We're heading to the track for the Canadian Type R launch this week to find out for ourselves! That video will be out next Tuesday so make sure you're subscribed :)

[@GRfourfun]

TheStraightPipes girlfriends thinking of parting in her CRZ for the new 2017 civic Type R. Can't wait for your review!

[@TheStraightPipes]

+NeverL8 inaV8 oooooo. Quite the upgrade. We'll be reviewing the new one on track this week!

[@GRfourfun]

TheStraightPipes I've got the ISF, so it would be nice to have a hot Honda hatch too. Great fun review as always, really can't wait to see you both in the new one!

[@TheStraightPipes]

+NeverL8 inaV8 yeah that's a pretty sweet 1-2 punch between the F and R haha

[@GRfourfun]

TheStraightPipes Hahaha True, with regards to this car your testing, I remember when I was stationed in Germany in the Army. I was a passenger in my first Honda with Vtec, when he did the first blast up through the rev range I thought the engine was going to come out of the bonnet and sit next to me haha! Good times!

[@davidpatricklemos]

Much better looking that modern cars. Bring back the old school hatchbacks!

[@Fedor2010p4p]

jayjaylen75 4th gen, yeah right

[@Teggymania]

whatthe Huh?

[@Catalina._]

Dave Lemos New Type R looks like hideous cheap Lambo

[@cj5312]

Tell that to US safety regulations :/

[@code23hyper44]

jayjaylen75 the rear end on the new one is just unacceptable.

[@AustinF12]

Canada most certainly got the Integra Type R

[@davidb.301]

Yes how do they not know this?

[@TheStraightPipes]

+David B. Simple mistake

[@bfdtyper]

Canada actually had the Integra Type R one year that the US market didn't. The US had it in '97, '98, '00, and '01. Canada had it in '99 as well as all the other years. It was due to a Honda brain fart, when they decided the ITR was too sporty for the luxury brand of Acura and didn't offer it as a package in '99. They realized the stupid move and brought it back the next 2 years before they swapped to the DC5 RSX in '02.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+bfdtyper haha right on

[@coopsnz1]

Australia and New Zealand had them since 90s lol . prices going up on dc2 now

[@ashrafc7794]

Haha, luv how Yuri's hanging on to dear life when Jacob drivin

[@TheStraightPipes]

+ashrafc ;)

[@STIjojoSTI]

As a previous owner of this same car. Civic Type R EK9, mine was converted to left hand drive. It was a fun car! Brings back memories. Good review.

[@just2953]

Love watching reviews of discontinued. I know the crazy new cars but these older cars are my favorite to watch you guys review. Cheers!

[@psewgobind]

The vtech was cool, but the most exciting thing about that 2000 Civic (with racing components) was how well it drove..

[@scottnovy3505]

so many subscribers now! great review given the type r hype right now.

[@yawarriaz4127]

Straightpipes, this is the best vid from all of your vids..i keep visiting this vid after every single new upload of yours.

[@hakkoerdem8410]

it´s all about vtec...

I switched my accounts to give you guys the 999th and the 1'000th like for this vid. You do everything "the pro-journo's" long forgotten. Keep it going!!!

[@TheStraightPipes]

You're the man

[@sergiogon]

Awesome stuff! I hope that you guys did one of these Pure Sound videos with this beauty!

[@TheStraightPipes]

+sergiogon not yet!

[@mustbe.sonny.]

ever since i discovered your channel, i've spent my past 2 hours watching and I can't stop. I subscribed and looking forward to more entertaining content. Cheers

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Sonny Travis awesome thanks so much

[@piee93able]

5:58-6:10 i love the engine sound during lowest rpm in 1st gear, that sound a bit like vaccum machine...and the part of start-up engine sound was really common for 90's civic n also 90's accord model...sounds really2 nice👍😎

[@greghamblin367]

You guys are awesome! This channel is da BOMB! 💥

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Greg Hamblin thanks!

[@HugeD5511]

Loved that Jakub had a permanent O face whilst driving

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Darren Thach I've never revved a car engine that high. VTECCCCC

[@thegaragemats]

Wowww! Thanks for reviewing this thing! I love JDM cars, and this is my dream car!

[@BoostAndRedline]

Awesome video fams !!

[@ryan49800]

I really enjoy your videos guys. You need way more subscribers.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Thanks! Share the videos :)

[@dhinethrafonseka6634]

Congrats on a million 🤪❤️

[@sao007]

one of youre best review guys 😀😁

[@TheStraightPipes]

+sao007 thanks!

[@ramsayz123]

Love this video. Had an ek9 for 7 years....what a car!

[@daredevilbee]

Awesome vid as always!

[@TheStraightPipes]

+daredevilbee thanks!

[@bigpizzapie]

Great video guys. My first car was a 92 Civic hatch Si. Loved that car. At least Honda is putting back some heart and soul back in their cars. For a while in the 2000’s and early 2010’s Honda’s were bland.

[@ElectronikReviews]

This was my exact reaction to hitting VTEC in my friend's b16 sir swap in his 92 Civic, soooo good :D

[@howardpower]

Watching these two guys is like Christmas morning when the kids open up heir presents. The simple joys of life.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Howard Johnson we're simple people :)

[@Rob.Brown13]

Man I love these cars... The ek9 and the JDM ep3... They are both incredible and the true peak of JDM Hondas. Hoping I can get one imported this year.

[@Mr-Yan.]

It's been two years, did you do it? 😁

[@YourTypicalAverageAsianGuy]

I'm in love With a Type R civic especially the 90s True JDM ones

[@baluchi430]

Honda needs to be original & keep the vtech heritage alive, this is what everyone knows Honda for. The new turbo seems like Honda is keeping up with the joneses. I have 1995 Honda Civic & I would say Honda made better cars back in the days! Vtech kicked in yo!

[@alansmilealot]

They could try keeping the weight under 2700 and the horse power race wouldn't matter as much on a n/a

[@justryan5697]

Vtec *

[@skarpheinnsmundsson9741]

Honda has never had vtech and Honda has to follow the times and regulations just like everybody else.

[@piee93able]

@Just Emm for example??

[@butsmash]

They do tho. The Type R still got the vtec lol

[@kevsingh]

This car totally rocks! Would love to own one one day!

[@mikenormandy9250]

It's great watching other ppl reaction to revving out a Honda - I have driven them all my life (6th Gen Si and 8th Gen Si) so I am so used to revving cars out to 7500-8500 RPM - My new 10th gen Si doesn't go past the 6500rpm so I miss the high revs but having a turbo makes up for it :-)

[@vangelis7]

There! I finally subscribed. You guys are awesome. Naturally aspirated hoser powered.

[@Topuesto]

“4th! Damn it!”. HILARIOUS

[@3v4761]

You guys look so excited in that car....i am so jealous

[@WarriorsPhoto]

A true JDM Legend.

[@DestinysComputer]

If it ain't a Type R, then it ain't a tight car.

[@VietnaMilk]

This channel has potential!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Thanks! Mom?

[@coo2kachoo]

TheStraightPipes 🙈😂

[@HandIeThese]

just like a B16B

[@leviorourke7498]

B16B and B18C when I was in high schools. Best thing ever was a built NA B18C in a Honda crx stripped an let the smiles engage

[@caioj3543]

I really love this channel

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Caio J we really love you

[@Noelvdh]

COVID 19 social distancing got me enjoying 2 year old type R goodness 😍

[@gabrielwenceslao1730]

you guys are awesome. kinda like top gear! try driving a 1999 skyline or a supra next episode

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Gabriel wenceslao next episode is the 2017 Type R. We'll try to get some skyline and supra content this summer

[@jacobfleming565]

@@TheStraightPipes you sure?

[@tharunsushreeth8213]

Yuri is freaked out when Jacob's driving😂

[@AbdullahSheikhGaming]

What roads are you guys driving on?

[@iznon]

The best reviewers around town!

[@HassanKhan-fw8il]

Just subd to your channel, you guys are fun.

[@mariofigueroa9851]

The owner is a genius!! He deleted the stereo but leaved the back seats

[@xakiorage]

I don't think the "owner" deleted the stereo. If I'm right, i think it was honda. they did it amongst other things to reduce weight. For the next year (then 2001) EK9 model, those things came back. that was called the Type Rx.

[@johndavidson3424]

He didn't delete, this limited edition type R had striped interior with stereo delete even the carbon wrap, gear knob, speedometer are all there as an OEM, expect the front seats. These guys on straight pipe were simply lying or they didn't know, honestly.

[@vergecryptocurrency4552]

Miss my Integra type r. Such a fun car

[@MayorMcCheese47]

When he went from 1st to 4th that had me dying lol

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Amerikai Me too. Dying of no power :(

[@23ofSeptember]

I see a few of these for sale in Japan, looking on the Goo sight. Most of these are in the 20-35k range. Thinking about buying one.

[@OGtrushalpatel]

Guys i have a honda city with vtec but i didnt know what is was until a couple of days ago. Everyone says that they feel the "VTEC kick in". Is it an instant moment of power after hitting 5000-6000? Because i dont necessary feel it kick in suddenly.

[@kippat4731]

8200rpm it's a ek9 the b16b revs to 9000rpm

[@sbklvr]

I think they all had a stereo delete. I had some sick Hondas.

[@sergioserramusic]

This is so cool

[@DreamhopMusic]

glad youtube suggested me to watch this video :D

[@danc2212]

It's all about the VTEC O-O-Oh!... Then Jakub goes 1st to 4th... Man I learned a valuable lesson. Never skip 2nd and 3rd when you're excited ;)

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Dan C well played sir, well played

[@TheodorEllefsen]

Damn that song at the start😂😂😂

[@32BitLink]

I always chuckle when I see the red Honda badge on a civic sedan, bonus points if it's a 06 - 12

[@doderiolarkisso4038]

wooooooooow NO rust on the rear wheel arches..but then again i guess someone who imports an EK9 knows all about the weaknesses of the chassis

[@arod183rd]

It's called the Honda Cancer when you see the rust on the quarter panels has to be the worst looking thing

[@jeromes5141]

I bet the gear shifting feels so much better using the left hand while your right hand is in full control of the steering.

[@TheStraightPipes]

My left hand can fully control the wheel solo

[@KennyZoobs]

Love that OG Vtec!

[@obviousgreyman]

“Don’t drive right hand drive with Jakub” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@livewoutlimit]

"I hated imports... because I was wrong." I lol'd at that!

[@lennys.4588]

Legendary car. Would love to experience Vtec..😏

[@MiguelRPD]

You guys have an awesome setup and wish this channel well. A true car channel and not bullshit like Parker.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Miguel Angel Medina Rise haha thanks

[@kevinpraditra]

Literally one of the best looking Hondas to date 👍🏻

[@donmoini]

You should try the Suzuki Swift Sport the N/A version 😁 keep up the great work!

[@joeguerci7848]

I love how he says,” don’t go fast don’t go fast!” In a civic. 🤣

[@channi_ss]

Best video ever!!!!!!

[@mostafahamdan9200]

you guys are fun to watch.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Mostafa Hamdan thanks!

[@adrianm5382]

Love this car nice.

[@josejaimes3291]

Will you guys be reviewing the Honda S2000 soon?

[@gubiali9576]

Is it possible to put ek9 type r parts onto the crx

[@VEA-un9hx]

Damn that’s clean

[@leisurexs2844]

I love that freaking car, I still own an all original integra GS-R and I just can’t sell it, it seats inside my garage looking pretty

[@vergecryptocurrency4552]

Dont sell it. Will only go up in value. Sorry i sold my teg type r as they are very rare now and worth good money

[@an7d7y]

I will have1 of these soon

[@motormusique]

I thought by now, I'd get sick of the intro and the sharp twist of the neck as they slip into the car...but nope. I look forward to it every time.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+motomusiq Hahahahahah amazing

[@stefanklindt4366]

7:10 "Don't go fast" said no car guy ever.

[@kevsingh]

BTW we will only be able to import this in the US after 2025. Law only allows for cars to be imported without needing to meet regulations if they're over 25 yrs old (if i remember correctly)

[@TheStraightPipes]

We’re in Canada

[@chilledkiwi4012]

My dad had a 97 civic type r in championship white, funnest car ever :)

[@JuanGarcia-zq5tp]

Hey Jakub it must be hard driving a Type R rhd in North America. Having to shift with your left with hearing the VTEC scream and staying in your lane is probably not easy. I like the special effects 10:09 VTEC kicked in!!

[@dory4498]

where can you get real cf parts to replace the cf effect bits

[@siamiam]

i want to go down to canada to get some jdm cars :D im also a ex postal worker so i am used to driving RHD

[@TheStraightPipes]

+siamiam assuming you're from the States you'd have to come up to Canada, not down ;). Our 15yr import law is pretty good compared to the USA's 25yrs

[@siamiam]

im just hanging out up here in Alaska ;)

[@TheStraightPipes]

+siamiam you win. Hahahah I stand corrected

[@tomatodamashi]

Are you planning to drive it in Canada, because you won't be able to import the car to the US unless it is 25+ years old.

[@mushy18100]

I thought you were from North Pole

[@YasumotoUS]

ahhh, that vtec! Sounds like my '00 integra GS-R.

[@escueme]

VTEC 🤤🤤🤤 Makes me miss my Integra GSR

[@SandySandy-ej5ds]

You can feel it. They genueinly had fun

[@romancastellote5214]

Im from barcelona and i love this channel! You should come here and i would let you test drive some cars i have!!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Thanks! Maybe we'll be in Barcelona one day

[@TremayneDouglas]

2:22 Vtec just kicked in yo!

[@leviorourke7498]

Found one for sale in a great price. May have one here soon

[@outlawzcrono8099]

What back roads are you guys testing driving on?

[@walidabdulwali420]

this is what type r is about look at them having fun in a car that has 185 hp

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Walid Abdulwali exactly. We also had fun in the new type r on the track. That'll be the next video

[@pennycopperhatch9315]

Miss my 98 EJ Hatchback.....I even had the authentic Type-R Spoiler on it too!...

[@arod183rd]

If it was a 98 you a had an Ek from 92-95 civic hatch is a EG 96-00 it's an EK

[@ianbradley7215]

So now you've passed your UK driving test, you are welcome to pop over any rime :)

[@CKPHH]

omg that VTEC sound....wish modern car has it