Why the Integra Type R Is So Freaking Expensive

The holy grail of B Series Hondas is the Acura Integra Type R. With it's over 8000RPM redline, seam welded chassis, and incredible feedback for the driver - the prices of these JDM relics just keep going up. So how did the Integra Type R become a collector item rather than just a weekend racer? Today we go for a drive in an ultra rare white on white 3,000 mile Integra Type R that is flawless and all original. So let's rev out to VTEC and find out what the Type R is all about!
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[@ThatDudeinBlue]

VTEEEEEEECCCCCCCC. thanks for watching

[@bastardracing5953]

Love the integera. K swaps gonna be the move for the after market in more and more cars

[@nolahahnshouse3389]

I started with Honda with a smile

[@connoisseuroftigolbitts]

Thank you for not forgetting us honda boys

[@youneslahyani2198]

The dedication a UK subscriber must have to watch davids vids at release at 00:18am UK is truely legendary thanks david fresh content

[@viktorbryce951]

It's a vehicle I certainly want to own. Would like to see you cover Honda's 3.5 L J35Y2 V6 petrol engine that got discontinued in 2017. 278 hp (207 kW) at 6,200 rpm & 252 lb⋅ft (342 N⋅m) at 5,300 rpm. Curious what your take & stance is on it be it stock or one that is modified.

[@paulwisdom5383]

"You can review my mint 3,000 mile collectors car... If you agree to beat the bullocks off of it" Said no-one but this guy ever 😎

[@jv6miata]

A pure chad

[@idroppedmypocket]

B18C's love to be over 7k. All day.

[@claudedottin1312]

Lol

[@alecbollinger7748]

@@jv6miata truly

[@outlawGFXaus]

@@idroppedmypocket yep , after owning a b series for 12 years , without a rebuild or anything changed apart from radiator hoses , and on the limiter daily for 240,000km.

[@ericthecarguy]

I called this 20 years ago when these cars came out. I said, "The Acura Integra will become the 1957 Chevy of the future". In the 90's, you couldn't get a '57 Chevy for less than $50K it seemed, they go for even more now. The ITR, is on a different level. I own both a GSR and ITR that are generally stock. The difference between the 2 cars is stark. The GSR is great, but the ITR is an experience you simply don't forget. In my view, it's one of the best cars Japan ever produced. I don't think we'll ever seen anything like it again, hence the reason they are so expensive now. Nice video BTW.

[@himura357]

Well, I have tried to buy one a few times but it never worked out. Either too many collisions or stripped and rebuilt. Just too rough. I wasn't looking for perfect, just decent. Now I am not willing to pay the current prices. Congrats on the ITR, you had to be in the right place at the right time to get one.

[@rileyhinton7013]

So nice to see a honda without a hood exit and a laptop in the passenger seat

[@Xxiv47]

But but those are the best 🥺

[@RadDadisRad]

MONICA!!!!

[@claudedottin1312]

Sgree

[@johnmitchell2269]

_Ours has to be quicker with the turbo_

[@Kev27RS]

True! 💯

[@evanhajder]

I just bought a 98 Spec ITR and couldn't be happier with it. was never a Honda boi but damn this thing is fun as fuck

[@wowthatsgreat4870]

I've had mine for 20 years and won't ever sell it

[@touringteg]

Awesome! I have a 98 ITR as well and love it. Mine is Canadian spec.

[@rickygibson9276]

None of you own an ITR.

[@wowthatsgreat4870]

@@rickygibson9276 ok . I guess we don't then Since you know so much can you tell me anything cooler than we don't have a specific car, like do u kno the answer to the drake equation or can you break general relativity ? Tell us something that we would be interested in 🤙🏼

[@wowthatsgreat4870]

@@touringteg mine is a 2000 USDM in flamenco Black Pearl. Built 84mm (2L, and stroked a bit around 2.1L, and a GT5R , I had a bunch of all motor builds and a handful of diff turbo setups as well, the one in there now is really sweet. My friend wants to get a Canadian spec w the red interior, Could you help us find one at all? Would u be able to point us in the right direction to find one? Would really be appreciated , he had a PY years ago also , If we could speak privately that would be great

[@wolfenher6937]

I never thought a stock Type R could sound so nice when it hits V-Tec~ Such a beautiful Integra Type R

[@Kito_All_day]

One of the best FWD of all time. Timeless body styling.

[@jamesdriver2445]

I have a 97 integra ls and I love it. It was my first Japanese car and I think I understand all the hype now! Also, love the videos!

[@ThatDudeinBlue]

Thanks for much!

[@aaden4888]

I love my 96’ LS too! Who needs VTEC?

[@2_2_4_3]

@@aaden4888 turbo LS non Vtec is solid

[@aaden4888]

@@2_2_4_3 yes I wanna do that!

[@Katsinum]

I'm glad they're getting more appreciation but at the same time there go all my chances of ever owning one of the things I used to think would be one of the "attainable" dream cars.

[@99Burnerz]

Literally feeling the same way

[@touringteg]

Don’t wait. They will keep going up.

[@barry216]

​@@touringtegn up n up n up.

[@barry216]

​@@touringteg28000. I paid for mine. Way to much.

[@636sunny]

shoutout the owner my dawg chen @ midwest auto world! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@josuedc2]

Classic Jdm legend

[@fabiansanchez10000]

I used to own a 2000 Honda Prelude Type SH and a 94 integra gsr so seeing this is awesome and takes me back! One day I'm gonna get back into an integra and hopefully I'll be able to get into a Type R. The golden era of Honda for sure.

[@6eightss]

To answer the question in the thumbnail, absolutely yes

[@emilionaranjo5894]

I haven’t ever watched the video yet and I totally agree

[@Rockindaxmike]

It’s been almost 15 years since I lost my Integra. Man I really loved that car

[@popanollie1]

sorry for your loss.

[@connoisseuroftigolbitts]

SAME about my 97 CTR

[@C7vette7]

How do you lose an integra, you mean that shit got jacked?

[@Rockindaxmike]

@@C7vette7 got rear ended on the highway and it was totaled. Broke my heart , put in some work on it too but at least I got paid

[@C7vette7]

@@Rockindaxmike damn that sucks, my first car was a black manual teggy 94 it was such a blast and introduced me into the world of race cars, atleast you got to spend some time with this japanese machine

[@samwisee]

These things (and the GSRs) were a joy to drive when they were new. My buddy had a GSR in HS and it was awesome. Tons of fun Japanese cars in the 90s. In terms of price… let me put it this way - if you want a modern car that is naturally aspirated, revs to 9k and comes with a manual, your only choice is a 911 GT3. Cars like the type R, the S2000, and the E46m3 gives you some of the same feel and joy and similar driving experience at lower performance envelop and far lower cost. And that is why all of those cars I’ve mentioned have shot up in value

[@islamicsalami7208]

Very good point. Loved all of those cars when they came out and still do!

[@owencharnon20]

I just brought a JDM imported 1994 Honda Prelude Si from Pennsylvania back to my home state of Wisconsin recently and this video perfectly describes what driving a nearly stock Honda from their golden era is like. Everything from the engine noise, to the clean and surprisingly comfortable interior, his descriptions are spot on. Never would I have thought that I’d learn manual on a right hand drive Honda classic that I bought and own at 19 years old halfway across the country. This brought a smile to my face and my lude will continue to keep it there!

[@luisrivera-ui9vp]

So cool bro! I have a Prelude too! 1994 h22a1 . I only have 1 year or les with the car and i love it. I will never sell that car.

[@hecks_b_rex]

Man that's Honda Holy grail! Hearing that VTEC is music to my ears.🔥

[@sieve5]

The integra is the best car ever made. Everything about it is just so well proportioned, including the MSRP. I could easily see the design coming back as a kit car for honda nerds.

[@dominicprothero2374]

Gotta love seeing a ThatDudeInBlue notification!!! Keep it up.. Love the vids!

[@89si49]

Glad you finally got to drive one! I drove one back in the late 90’s and was a blast. Obviously not the fastest car out there but that’s not what they are about; it’s the handling which is what they were known for and the smooth reviving throaty B18 which is a blast!

[@jonathong8194]

I once owned a Type-R and definitely regret selling it now. But this video and hearing that motor brings back all the great memories of that car. Such an awesome car!

[@grimestonecity4651]

What about the prelude! I want to see you review one!

[@robertsomerville320]

I was 16 is 1988; I was a car nut then and still am today. You brought me back to the late 90's, when Mini-Truckin' was in, and large late model domestics we bouncing on hydro's. We had a couple younger guys in our club that had these Acura's and the Honda civics. I wish now that I had invested in some of the amazing cars coming from japan at the time. But, know one thought that they would make such a huge resurgence today. The coolest part is cruising now looks almost the same as it did back then because these are on the scene. I like that car bone stock. Super cool.

[@Benjamin.OBrien]

I'm pretty sure all the type R's had stitch welded chassis, so they are super ridged, so that may be that feeling of the chassis being different.

[@Whateva67]

Yup,hand built engines as well

[@meganbradley6187]

Thanks for coming to Des Moines. Wish my son and I could have met you. I love that that Honda is here.

[@dubiousf00d]

My friend in college had a 97 GSR. What a fun car!!

[@Jasongy827]

Everything stock is amazing, especially from 1970s-90s cars from those eras are so visceral and the experience that we will get will never be the same.

[@KMFDM781]

Getting behind the wheel of Hondas from that era are like putting on an old comfortable pair of shoes. Everything where it's supposed to be.

[@el_edd]

So weird seeing you in Des Moines. Awesome of Chen to let you review this. Review the Mugen R next!

[@_illestbarber]

I have a stock GSR all around just on coil overs and this made me appreciate it more, thank you!

[@r_holung]

His laugh after every pull is the same laugh as Mia in the first fast and the furious when she pulls in her integra

[@jeremydouthit4023]

Yes! I thought I was the only one lol

[@Lil_Javi21]

Been waiting to see some Integra content !!!

[@Patrick94GSR]

Can confirm the Integra VTEC smoothness. Even with 375,000 miles on my GSR’s original engine, it still pulls so smooth to 8,200 rpm. It feels way, way smoother at high RPM than my 2000 Miata does.

[@SideQuestCoins]

I'm from iowa and to know this car is lurking around makes me veeerrrryyyy happy!

[@slimjim77M]

A JDM classic. Just like my S2000 :)

[@magethin6230]

Another fellow s2k owner I see :)

[@DrivenFilmsPhotography]

Timeless bro. And the fact that he actually wanted you to DRIVE it and not baby it is what i love. I hate seeing these stay parked away just because they are Type Rs

[@330arr]

If I'm not mistaken the owner has another one with like 300 miles on it, so maybe that makes driving this one hard not so stressful lol

[@israelhuembes7831]

Don't drive them because of Theft, and grandma crashing into you at grocery store!!!! That's Most reason people don't drive them unless you know a quiet road where you can let them loose without worry.... trust me I know!!!!

[@101RealTalker]

Now this.... This is proper ✊

[@BobThe9534]

hi David. nice vid. liked b4 watching b/c I knew it was goin to b good

[@rich515_dsm_ia9]

Finally made it to my hometown!!!! Chen has some incredible cars. Ive admired his collection for years. 👌

[@stevesanchez1975]

God I really want an integra 🥺❤️

[@TylerF30]

Tommy’s somewhere punching the air rn 😝😝😂

[@CluelessEngineer]

Why? Tommyfyea?

[@DriveVersity]

Owned an 01 Integra special edition up until last November when I traded it in for a Mk7.5 GTI and I gotta say it’s crazy how a car 20 years old is just as fun as a modern day hot-hatch. As much as I wanted to keep the Integra it rusted out like Swiss cheese and things were starting to fail. I owned the car for 7 years and was the second owner of it. Had some really good times in that car. Nothing feels or sounds like it to this day even my GTI but it’s close enough. If you have an Integra or experienced one consider yourself one of the lucky few. Awesome video!

[@ChrisTorres78]

Championship White 💯 💯 💯! I’ve got a 2001 Phoenix Yellow also bone stock with about 52K on the clock. Love taking it to the hills in CA, especially with the LSD. Great video! I get why they’re going up in value. Even GS-R’s are getting expensive. Who would have thought?

[@barry216]

I have 99 rx versions..great cars LSD is awesome

[@don_huzan]

Very happy that they’re appreciating in value, it gives a good look to Honda and their modern cars as well. They all have a very dynamic, sporty edge to their drivetrains and platforms from the accords to the fit... I hope they just increase their horsepower over time. That would be the perfect package IMO.

[@markhormann]

I had the pleasure of owning a 1999 ITR DC2 here in Melbourne (Australia).... in which I clocked up 165,000 kms (from new) & enjoyed 13 track days, during my 5.5 years of driving nirvana. I was utterly addicted to the VTEC scream of the B18C engine, the wonderfully slick gearbox, dynamic handling & complete package of Honda engineering. Even 17 years on & after driving many higher spec cars, the memories of the DC2 remain as some of my best driving experiences ==> I would buy another one anytime!

[@ChavaYang]

Omg I miss driving my civic and beating on it without worrying it'll break. Awesome review!

[@spencersgarage]

Love my 1994 Integra GSR! Never going to sell it.

[@popanollie1]

had a 94 ls i converted to gsr.. that was the start of my addiction. i now have a 97 gsr, a 01 gsr with jdm front and a 1991 turbo rs, lol. i get offers all the time and think about the money i could get for them, but than i remember how every time i hear someone selling their integra they regret it, they miss the integra and are not as happy with their new car. never want to sell mine either. you in usa? want to meet.... at tail of the dragon?

[@stevec1855]

I had a 97 GSR. What a great car. Swapped a OEM Type-r intake manifold and TB, crower cams, APEXI VAFC, DC 4-1 header and exhaust. Loved each pull to beyond redline.

[@popanollie1]

@@stevec1855 ughhh.. type r manifold will not bolt onto a gsr engine. the b18c1 gsr engine has secondary runners that make for wider ports meaning the flanges are different, the bolt pattern is different and the coolant port are different, unless you swapped heads too a oem type r intake manifold will not bolt to a 97 gsr.

[@jaydems2k10]

@@popanollie1 you can find them for 500 wtf you talking about i just bout one last week.

[@popanollie1]

@@jaydems2k10 wtf are you comming at me talking about price. no one here mentioned price what are you smoking

[@satwoods4]

Thanx alote for this video!..now the price just went up😊

[@hdjoeiii]

That's the golden era for honda and acura. And can we get a tour of that shop in the background, I mean you could eat off those floors.

[@tma4137]

I had two LS integras, a 90 and 94. Loved both of them. The integra type r was my dream car for a long time and tbh, it pretty much still is. Hell I'd even be happy with a GSR

[@sgoodhew]

I've driven my 96 JDM DC2 ITR on the Hakone Turnpike and many other iconic roads here in Japan and loved every minute of it. I'm even more excited to bring it back with me to the states this year and drive it on all the iconic roads back home!

[@touringteg]

How is the market over there? Are dealers buying them up?

[@sgoodhew]

@@touringteg they are. The prices keep going up.

[@inlion9235]

Love you David 🔥🔥

[@backgroundman_]

I'm very sad that I missed the boat for the integra type r, but I'm happy to see others finally appreciate the car for what it is.

[@DatBoyWavyy]

Yo I love your content man !! I love seeing you review Honda’s but can you review maybe a 2008 Honda for sport ? Those are Lowkey slept on. Ik they’re underpowered but they can be pretty fun when modded right. Just a suggestion

[@calvinjohnson2382]

Have a 01 Milano red one. Love it to death. Every drive is an experience.

[@touringteg]

I am on my second Integra Type R (CDM). They are so much fun! The chassis. VTEC crossover. The car really communicates at any speed. Back roads are the best. I can still compete at autox.

[@calebleonard3351]

Love the type R look I have a white 95 ls that I boosted non vtec then swapped a jdm b18c motor. Currently waiting for my k24 turbo build to be ready

[@krayzie281]

5:34 either that’s his film crew or someone is taking a pic of such a rare car lol

[@JordanSVT]

I've never really been into imports so much but seeing such a clean example like this makes me appreciate these cars eventhough I would never own one. These cars were the end of an era, there will never be new cars that are like this. I understand why they're appreciating to the moon, it makes perfect sense.

[@nozopoke1782]

The GR Yaris will become a legend like this one

[@ameenh4122]

LOL

[@robertsomerville320]

Yes, but Toyota make a huge mistake not bringing the GRMN and GR to the USA and Canada. And now the Yaris is discontinued here (the last model being a crappy Mazda 2) it's a sad ending to a great car.

[@realbigtuna667]

If the GR Yaris was sold in the US, I'd have one in my garage without a doubt. No second guessing that one. Will see what the corolla GR ends up being. Kind of disappointed its getting the same 3 cyl as the yaris, but still hopeful it will be a solid little ripper.

[@redpandapowa]

Too bad its only in Europe

[@nozopoke1782]

@@redpandapowa no it’s not, Argentina and Mexico have it. Maybe some other LatAm countries too

[@DC5Brandon]

They did do something to the chassis David. It's seam welded from the factory, plus it's the last Integra with double-wishbone suspension. Neither of which I have in my RSX-S 😢

[@gtastuntcrew302]

I've got a 97 Integra LS that I've owned for over 10 years and have been building it the whole time. It's got a full 98 Spec JDM ITR swap that is completely stock other than the typical I/H/E tuned on an AEM V2 standalone and later revision OEM LMA's. It's had the engine for 6 years now and I haven't felt the need to modify it because it's just so incredibly fun in stock form, you REALLY don't need to modify this engine. I literally can't drive this car without smiling the whole time. Integra's are the way to pure nirvana. I love this car with all of my heart and I will never sell it.

[@micks209]

I have a stock 95 LS with 300k miles if I drove it like this it would have blown up by now lol

[@BenExell]

Got a b18c6 in my mini, that engine truly is a masterpiece

[@wolfemanxd]

I used to own a 82 Honda Accord hatch manual and I can tell you it's one of the most underrated Hondas ever. If you can ever get to drive one please do. I'm going to buy another some day. I got one for 500$ in 2004 when I used to live in Norfolk Virginia. Fun fact used to race a 2004 Hyundai Elantra XD hatch with my friends in Virginia Beech around the same stomping grounds you used to be. Military Highway ring any bells :) ?

[@christopherlee1695]

My first car was a '94 integra. It felt like a go kart and I loved it. 👍

[@antoniomayen6884]

To the mooooooooon and still going! 🚀

[@YuriFrances]

Perfect !!!!

[@pgmr1979]

Grande Yuri. Um destes é que era como projeto, mas arranjares um escafeado, e tu recuperavas a originalidade.

[@anthonywoodham3311]

That thing sounds amazing when reved out like that.

[@CapnT87]

I decided to build my LS (SE) B18B all-motor with big cams haha. 175whp without the need for VTEC! Woo! 12 years later and it still puts a massive smile on my face driving it every other weekend or so in the summer. 90k original miles, interior like the day it left the showroom floor! ❤️

[@michaellastname2719]

I owned a ‘97 Type R Build #66. Bought new at list price. Acura accidentally shipped two to the same dealer. It was supposed to be one per dealer for a while and it came in late Saturday night. I saw it Sunday and called dealer first thing that Monday morning. Put about 100k miles on it. Was gonna keep it until it wouldn’t run any more but someone wanted it more than me and stole it after 10 freaking awesome years of ownership. Regardless of what price is now, I still wish I had that car. So much damned fun to drive

[@danieleremchuk7332]

I’ve got a 95 Integra LS, and I think the Integra itself is one of the best cars from the 90s. But the Type-R is the G.O.A.T. in my eyes. It’s perfect. Super jealous you got to rip it in one with so little wear and tear!

[@bbbt8090]

There was a year when two of my uncles each had a ITR. Man it was always cool cruising with them

[@jesusdeeez370]

I’ve driven and rode in multiple type r’s. It’s good but not at today’s cost but beauty is in the eye of the beholder

[@thegreenmattress]

Still having fun in my itr db8r and intending to keep it for a long time even though prices are going crazy

[@little_blue_wagon]

Love the 4 door Rs! I have a em1 myself but would love a gsr sedan to match.

[@chrizzz619]

Damn i remember my first car was a 1999 integra GSR in white, I really wanted an I integra Type R but couldn’t find one at the time, damn I miss my Hondas! Haha

[@gabrieldavenport1395]

Lol I my first car was a 98 gsr in white and I still own it

[@christianmichalsky2826]

Man, we gotta get you to review our CRX!!

[@Nitrocity7151]

Oh man I didn't know you come to IOWA If I ever get the 4WS working in my prelude you should come check it out

[@Whiskeyactual9531]

Do you feel better now after blowing up the subie?

[@aussie9338]

The joy in your face says it all

[@tylerphelps4868]

For turns in Iowa, about the best place is the Loess Hills, from Council Bluffs up to Sioux City there's some curvier roads. Not quite you'd get on a mountain but it gives a little taste. I miss driving my Prelude through there

[@divin3kag3242]

I owned a 96 dc2r with b16a/b18 type r box, a 00 db7 sir-g with a b18c vtec and a 04 dc5 integra iS with the k20a3 and all were a different experience. Loved every one.

[@iJumpedThaBorder]

i got a gsr , and transformed it into a SIR , but the type r , is still a must have for me

[@anthonydc4]

I have a pretty mint integra ls and it gets compliments everywhere I go, just because it’s in such good condition by the year, I’m happy people are starting to appreciate the integra now, I would like to own a type r one day but at this rate it’ll be impossible by the time I finish college they will be way to expensive.

[@illcomeupwithanamelater]

I used to have A 94' LS Coupe Stick shift lol, It's the car I Learned Stick So DC2 integras hold a special place in my heart XP < 3

[@popanollie1]

same. 94 ls learned manual transmission.... than converted to gsr and later got rid of it for a 97 gsr....... i miss the 94 ls converted gsr. the wheel base is slightly different from 94 to 97 and i felt my 94 handled so much better.

[@jaydems2k10]

Its a dc4 get it right dude.

[@illcomeupwithanamelater]

@@jaydems2k10 OH YEAH I FORGOT XD thx for correcting meee

[@DawnDimension]

I thought he was going to say: "the best time to buy an integra...is all the time"

[@bjjbrawler1]

I'm a Prelude guy (should have never sold), but I loves me some Integra!

[@charleslowrey9309]

Bought an ITR 01-184 new off the lot back in Dec 00 in FWB, FL sold it in 2007 with 67k miles on it at Spangdahlem, Germany. Had a few laps at the Nurburgring in it. Use to cruze at 130 mph on the autobahn, and have Audi RS6 avants pass me with kids waving in the back. It would hold it's own on the back roads of Germany. My daughter recently got a new BRZ. Reminded me a little of the ITR without the smoothness in the revs, and RWD. Love my 6th gen ZL1, so I don't miss the ITR a whole bunch.

[@zstackz98]

I have an Acura rsx type s that I recently bought last year for 5.5k with 96.5k original miles on it when I purchased , I’m just happy I at least scored that for a decent price

[@hotdogjohnson]

Honda is forever

[@samt6788]

When are we going to see that Forester XT though?!

[@jza80_mkiv]

90's type r hondas in championship white is an absolute dream

[@iseest4irs]

My boss has a 1998 Integra Type-R in championship white thats been fully restored to factory. It's an absolute beauty.

[@braindmage]

I feel like any limited production car has the potential to be a collector car. These cars are amazing for the driving experience as well. I had a 2000 PY and loved it.

[@kevinfongdara]

S/o To Chen for showing a few of his toys lol

[@danielbarajas1705]

Damn this foo was redlining hard 😂 chill out dawg 🚗 💨

[@drewski5577]

Hell yeahh the integra type r is my dream car i will have it one day its not all about going fast all the time 👍🏼

[@Jmespo83]

Yes they did. Thank you for coming to my Ted talk.

[@Adam-ci1qb]

Was hoping to see a jdm dc2 wth the Square headlights lol it’s all good bro love a standard one tho

[@hulkysmobiletechreviewsand6013]

I just bought me a 2001 gsr silver with clean blades the whole car inside and out is like a time machine clean looks brand new got a good deal on it and I know it's worth more then what I bought it for. tinted windows lowering kit adjustable coil overs man it runs and sounds just like that type r, I'm in love 😍 I use to own a ls but always wanted a gsr but of course a type r but so hard to find and so much in price but I see why Japanese classic baby 👶❤😉