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People say that school days are the best days of my life, but I disagree. University was simply brilliant for me fun (and hard work, I promise), a period of three years, which, frankly, above anything else I've encountered. Whether were learning about something I actually had an interest (handily for this article, I studied journalism), social aspect, which included party, the constant playing football and music shop, or who live far from home and growing up, I'm not sure. For three years there has been a real motivation sit down and write an essay and it was my picture on the bedroom wall. Neither Kelly Brook, but nor great literary scholars, but the Honda Civic Type R.
The thing I loved about it was that the standard Honda Civic was so boring, and look at the unit, which apparently require at least 65 years old and living experience before they can on their own. Do not get me wrong, just because it was boring to drive does not mean that it was not good car, it was very safe and reasonable, and so it was for old people. Type R badge not only add several thousand pounds price tag, but the transformed retirement retirement home business car into a snarling piece of motoring exotica, I think one day if I studied hard.
I would try to win the argument that it looks a lot different from the standard model with a 17-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler and double outlet from the exhaust only obvious external differences. This was more than enough for me to start salivating and I read the indicators of performance I needed oxygen. 2 l VTEC engine under the hood lurks producing 197bhp, accelerating the crazy 8250 rpm and drag the car from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.6 seconds. To make it more succinctly, it was as if he were strapped rockets Honda Mobility scooter.
Inside were not satisfied with the most luxurious cabin, but the racing seats, white dials and polished aluminum gear knob offered further evidence that the speed was really the only priority for this car. The transmission is mounted on the instrument board, which seems strange at first but falls easily to hand, and changes so clever, you will be transferred within a few minutes. Although is a front-wheel drive, the car handled great thanks in no small measure, to expensive independent rear suspension (something Honda have skimped on the latest derivative) and communicative feedback through the steering wheel.
Quite rightly life in a small Honda (2001 - 2006) became the biggest selling fast hatchback, smashing all the modest objectives Honda headquarters in Japan. Price in tad under £ 16,000 and the implementation of everything you could want in the driving experience, it was hardly a surprise.
The big question then, three years after graduation from university I have Honda Civic Type R in my driveway? Um, no, but my 'I really want one of those' radar is still very strong twitch. Very exciting news is that prices are now reaching a level where this special car is available at most - and very likely to me. Low mileage four-year-old car is now valued at 8000 pound (add £ 400 for air conditioning).
This is a Honda, there should be little worry about the car at this age, VTEC engine is one of the most reliable the world, and the car itself is well put together, so do not expect the door hanging off. As with any used car and While it is important to check a few key points.
Firstly the car was available in red, black and silver. If one looks at the white, it's imports from Japan, which may also have 20bhp, but it will be difficult to secure, will depreciate quickly and will have your Honda dealer runs on horizon. Rotation is not big for a Type R so check alloy wheels mark the fight against curbs and when you're there, look at the side skirts for the damage the speed hump.
Other than the Type R is now widely praised, as it were, While the new model as new now selling this version should become more readily available. As the last extra point (if necessary) is faster and handles better than the new model. Right I can not wait any longer ... I'm off to buy one.
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