{"id":382,"date":"2025-05-29T17:10:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T17:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/quotevale.com\/?p=382"},"modified":"2025-05-30T10:29:35","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T10:29:35","slug":"this-116k-mile-civic-should-have-never-sold-for-30k-yet-here-we-are","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/quotevale.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/29\/this-116k-mile-civic-should-have-never-sold-for-30k-yet-here-we-are\/","title":{"rendered":"This 116K Mile Civic Should Have Never Sold For $30K, Yet Here We Are"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/quotevale.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Honda-Civic-Type-R-Ek-1024x576-1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul>\n<li>This EK9 Civic Type R includes a lightweight flywheel and Ohlins coilovers.<\/li>\n<li>The JDM hot hatch also features aftermarket front and rear lower control arms.<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s possible to buy a low-mileage FK8 Civic Type R for the same money.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>In the 1990s and 2000s, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/honda\/\">Honda<\/a> was in the middle of creating some of the finest performance cars ever seen from a Japanese brand. Those years gave us a golden era of JDM vehicles, and now, those Honda models are raking in prices that would have seemed laughable back then. This week, a 1997 Civic Type R traded hands for $29,888, despite being an import with a host of aftermarket modifications.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/05\/this-hotwheels-set-wont-last-long-once-collectors-get-wind-of-it\/\">This Honda Hot Wheels Set Won\u2019t Last Long Once Collectors Get Wind Of It<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To give you a sense of how wild this is, you could get your hands on a used FK8-generation <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/honda-civic-type-r\/\">Civic Type R<\/a> in the U.S. for around $30,000. This particular EK9 is a right-hand-drive model, originally sold in Japan before being privately imported to the States. So, yes, it\u2019s got a little extra spice, but still, 30 grand and you have to sit on the wrong side of the car?<\/p>\n<p><strong>A Classic Honda Look, With Plenty of Performance<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article-thumbnails-organic\"><\/div>\n<p>The hot hatch is painted in Championship White, which is arguably the most desirable of all colors offered for Type R models. It also has one of Honda\u2019s most famed naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engines, known as the B16B. Despite displacing just 1.6 liters, the engine delivers 185 hp and 118 lb-ft (160 Nm) of torque while revving through to 8,400 rpm. Power is sent to the front wheels thanks to a five-speed manual transmission.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cars &amp; Bids<\/h4>\n<p>The Cars &amp; Bids <a href=\"https:\/\/carsandbids.com\/auctions\/9lE5BV7z\/1997-honda-civic-type-r\">listing<\/a> notes this EK9 Type R has loads of rather tasty modifications. For example, it has a new Spoon Sports ECU, a K&amp;N air filter, new engine and transmission mounts, a lightweight flywheel, a new clutch, and Ohlins coilovers. It also has aftermarket front and rear control arms, new camber arms, and strut tower braces at the front and rear.<\/p>\n<p>Inside, you\u2019ll find the usual Type R touch: bright red Recaro racing seats, complete with matching red carpeting to make you feel like you\u2019re in the most aggressive race car Honda\u2019s ever made. The cabin also features a new Momo steering wheel. Even with nearly 187,100 km (about 116,258 miles) on the clock, the interior looks well-maintained, proof that the car\u2019s been taken care of, or at least carefully thrashed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/01\/for-40k-would-you-pick-this-1998-honda-civic-type-r-or-a-2025-toyota-gr-corolla\/\">There\u2019s no doubt the EK9<\/a> is a thrilling car to drive, and we\u2019d love to have one. But the question remains: Does it really deserve to go for nearly the same price as an FK8? Let us know where you stand in the comments.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cars &amp; Bids<\/h4>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This EK9 Civic Type R includes a lightweight flywheel and Ohlins coilovers. 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