Complete History of the Honda Civic Type R - from EK9 to FK8 - With Surprise Drag Race!

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  • @lovecarsTV
    @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +150

    Which one would you get? Answers below!

    • @secretivescorpio1105
      @secretivescorpio1105 5 лет назад +63

      Have to be the original 97 version. As you said, simple but good looking car.

    • @yuemre30
      @yuemre30 5 лет назад +15

      Fk2

    • @yuemre30
      @yuemre30 5 лет назад +5

      I sheard it on Twitter i hope you gett more subs

    • @XbillabongjohnX
      @XbillabongjohnX 5 лет назад +10

      Any pre 2008 as long as it's in championship white

    • @TheFrankencrx
      @TheFrankencrx 5 лет назад +15

      Honda Civic CRX SiR.

  • @kickasssince90s43
    @kickasssince90s43 5 лет назад +420

    The Fk8 is clearly the most capable of them all.
    But EK9 typeR and the FD2 typerR
    Are the clear choice of a petrolhead.

  • @Richard-Gore
    @Richard-Gore 5 лет назад +160

    Finally! FD2, you're no longer forgotten!
    Best Type-R for me!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +7

      We couldn't leave out the FD2! 😉

    • @ziqrsx
      @ziqrsx 5 лет назад

      And most common

    • @xLeidenFrost
      @xLeidenFrost 5 лет назад +3

      @@ziqrsx common in Asia not Europe or the states.

    • @MrGembelo
      @MrGembelo 5 лет назад +3

      @@ziqrsx they only made around 12.000 or 13.000 cars. That's really rare

    • @diggnity
      @diggnity 5 лет назад +2

      @@MrGembelo nah here in malaysia you see it everyday

  • @SnazzBot
    @SnazzBot 5 лет назад +265

    I have to say you have mixed the big budget of TV from top gear and fifth gear with a lower budget intimacy of RUclips like car throttle very well.

  • @bluelightningstrike7065
    @bluelightningstrike7065 5 лет назад +30

    I have owned and driven a FD2 Type R for 11 years now. Loving every bit of it! Such a joy to drive, day in day out.

  • @stickshiftelitist5683
    @stickshiftelitist5683 5 лет назад +23

    EK9 is my favorite looking car of all time. So understated and simple, clean, and classic.

  • @Kofi_Mensahs_BurnerAccount
    @Kofi_Mensahs_BurnerAccount 5 лет назад +22

    EP3 for me. Blend of modern tech with the charm of old. Tiff knows the score.

  • @deet4895
    @deet4895 5 лет назад +250

    I Absolutely love this, usually when an automotive channel do a Civic Type-R history video they always leave the FD2 out of it, but you guys got it done right. 👍

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +15

      We couldn't leave out the JDM cars! Glad you appreciated it. 😃

    • @xLeidenFrost
      @xLeidenFrost 5 лет назад +4

      That's because the fd2r is jdm exclusive. Most people in the states or Europe don't even know of its existence

    • @deet4895
      @deet4895 5 лет назад +1

      @@xLeidenFrost It doesn't matter, in the UK there's plenty of examples that were imported into the country, so sourcing one shouldn't be hard.

    • @xLeidenFrost
      @xLeidenFrost 5 лет назад

      @@deet4895 it obviously isn't enough. if it were, you would see fd2rs everywhere like the fd1/fd4s.

    • @xLeidenFrost
      @xLeidenFrost 5 лет назад +2

      @@deet4895 even if what you said is true, you cant deny the fact that at least 70% of the people in the states, canada, whole of europe don't even know what the fd2r even is. Even in the uk, half of the people don't know the car they're seeing is fd2r.

  • @StandingUpForBetter
    @StandingUpForBetter 3 года назад +11

    What a great episode! I don't know how I missed it the first time around. Thanks RUclips algorithm. I am a proud owner of a 2019 FK8 and that car is a permanent addition to the collection. The car drive's like a dream. The only problem I have with it is that I am always driving all the gas out of it because I just find reasons to drive it more when I should be going home. There is a reason why these cars have appreciated in value. My car is worth more money now than when I bought it! You can't say that about too many cars from the last few years. Keep up the great work.

    • @VirtualGuth
      @VirtualGuth 3 года назад

      Actually you can say that about a surprising number of cars and trucks from the last few years thanks to the pandemic and the shortage of microchips that cars depend on wreaking havoc with the production of new cars.

  • @FacePalmReality
    @FacePalmReality 5 лет назад +78

    The FD2 is the pinnacle of Civics. The Fk2 and Fk8 are undoubtedly brilliant, but the FD2 is the last of the real R's.

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +7

      For people that like their Vtec at the top end, the FD2 seems to be the car of choice! 😉

    • @FacePalmReality
      @FacePalmReality 5 лет назад +1

      @@lovecarsTV absolutely 👍

    • @abimaelmuniz7429
      @abimaelmuniz7429 5 лет назад +1

      Ek9..

    • @tanmay_6363
      @tanmay_6363 2 года назад

      @@FacePalmReality 💛💕💕👌🏻

  • @monke1526
    @monke1526 5 лет назад +83

    EK9
    V-TEC kicks in
    BWWAAAAAAAAAA

  • @ALMX5DP
    @ALMX5DP 5 лет назад +8

    I’m partial to the EK9 myself but after seeing a few of the new FK8s rip around a track and autocross course, you can’t deny the tech and design that enables it to nearly defy physics. Quite a machine that new one.

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Progress. Once you get used to it’s aggressive styling 👍

  • @ManzGhostcasters
    @ManzGhostcasters 5 лет назад +117

    FD2 The Best

  • @scorepoint8118
    @scorepoint8118 5 лет назад +63

    If u guys came here for the sounds, here 7:01
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  • @sorooshab
    @sorooshab 5 лет назад +223

    FD2 all the way!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +4

      Lots agree with you

    • @blaqjac21
      @blaqjac21 5 лет назад +2

      FD2 ftw

    • @mattyz206
      @mattyz206 5 лет назад +6

      The FD2 is mine and I’m super happy with the positive comments on her!!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Matt Stevenson brilliant car! 😎

    • @matthewho26
      @matthewho26 5 лет назад

      FD2 rr

  • @BobbyAngmalaysia
    @BobbyAngmalaysia 5 лет назад +242

    FD2R

    • @Keepo777
      @Keepo777 5 лет назад +2

      *fd2

    • @ashk4255
      @ashk4255 5 лет назад +8

      @@Keepo777 its actually FD2R lol

    • @Keepo777
      @Keepo777 5 лет назад

      Ash K FD2 is FD2R..you dont call FK8 as FK8R..

    • @ashk4255
      @ashk4255 5 лет назад +5

      @@Keepo777 Thats because theres no base model FK8.. Whereas there is a a base model FD2..

    • @Keepo777
      @Keepo777 5 лет назад

      Ash K there is a base model fk8

  • @irfaan7868
    @irfaan7868 5 лет назад +6

    Tiff in a EK9! Thought id never see the day! Awesome! Reminds me if the old dc2 review he did. Wish he drove that ek9 more.

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      We had 7 cars to feature so sadly couldn't spend too long in each one, but he really did enjoy the EK! 👍

  • @willtato8778
    @willtato8778 5 лет назад +47

    Nothing beats the EK9. That was the one that started it all imo and looks the best. I just love semi-traditional Japanese styling

    • @B__L
      @B__L 5 лет назад +4

      The DC2 and NSX-R came before that. I'd argue they're more important especially the DC2 as it could've been quite easy for Honda to make the NSX-R and just leave it at that but instead they took a normal car like the Integra and made it into something really special!

    • @willtato8778
      @willtato8778 5 лет назад +3

      @@B__L to me, the nsx is in a different league compared to those two. There's something about the EK9 looks which I don't know what, but I just love. I'd personally go for the Ek any day. Just my opinion though

    • @Caspercab
      @Caspercab 4 года назад +2

      I like the fd2

    • @tanmay_6363
      @tanmay_6363 2 года назад

      @@Caspercab okay

  • @sangxu5391
    @sangxu5391 5 лет назад +29

    The NA ones might not be that quick but the smoothness of the K series engine from idle all the way up to the red line is really magnificent. Really linear build up and engaging power curve.That little boost when vtec kicks in makes it a little more fun. They feel like proper sports car engines compare to some of the hot hatches which use a 2 liter turbo shared across the company. Just the fact that Honda made such high revving engine roadworthy and so reliable wins me any day.

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +4

      They certainly are fun to push through the rev range. No coincidence that Ariel used the same engines for their Atom and Nomad!

    • @louissenn9897
      @louissenn9897 5 лет назад +1

      The 2 litre turbo stils revs high! You dont see 7k RPM anywhere else

  • @kalanajasenthuliyana
    @kalanajasenthuliyana 5 лет назад +22

    EK9. None others have that feeling behind the wheel

  • @htvlogs80
    @htvlogs80 5 лет назад +7

    That EK is still a classic! B16B!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      That it is, prices are starting to go up now too! 👍

  • @ericabraham7659
    @ericabraham7659 5 лет назад +10

    To me FD2 is the last Civic Type-R with NA engine & the last Type-R JDM..while its successors doesn't produce VTEC sound as loud as it used to be due to turbo..one word ford fd2 , ICONIC

  • @emmadeeba2038
    @emmadeeba2038 5 лет назад +29

    Ep3 for me all day long taking absolutely everything into account

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Good choice

    • @AeroPrixma
      @AeroPrixma 5 лет назад

      Why so?

    • @emmadeeba2038
      @emmadeeba2038 5 лет назад

      AeroPrixma because the k20 engine is an absolute peach! Also I think it handles the best out of the first three and cost wise they’re the by far the cheapest, 2.5k buys you a decent one, ek9 is double or treble

    • @AeroPrixma
      @AeroPrixma 5 лет назад

      @@emmadeeba2038 Yeah you are absolutely right mate. Wish they had the type r ep3 in the us. We got the trash k20a3 with no real vtec and only 160hp :/

  • @iRyan876
    @iRyan876 5 лет назад +5

    EK9 FOREVER ! None can ever compare to that for me. The rawest vehicle.

  • @serenum
    @serenum 5 лет назад +5

    Currently I own a FD2R and it is so amazing car with stiff chassis and rock solid suspension setup. Thank god you featured FD2 in the Type R history although the FD2R is not stock.
    and i came here because my idol Mr Tiff. great video and hope to see more.

  • @TrichbeeT
    @TrichbeeT 5 лет назад +56

    Finally, a video that included the FD2

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Delivered!! Hope you like it ?

  • @andrewshore262
    @andrewshore262 5 лет назад +5

    I had a brand new 2002 EP3 in black, with dealer fit options air con and spots. I think on later EP3’s the air con was a factory fit. 95000 miles covered sold it in 2007 zero problems and its still alive and on the road according to the MOT web site a brilliant fun car!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Fond memories! That's some impressive mileage done in 5 years too! 😳

  • @th3M3t4Lh3adAA-Ron
    @th3M3t4Lh3adAA-Ron 5 лет назад +8

    Ek9 will always be my favorite

  • @detective3728
    @detective3728 5 лет назад +14

    This is such a cool idea... I would love to see more like this, cars like Golf GTi's, Megane RS or even M5's

  • @DelSolTypeR1987
    @DelSolTypeR1987 5 лет назад +10

    i have driven most of those cars, they are all brilliant, but i would choose the FK8 every day, which i did as i own one lol. The styling doesnt put me off at all, i like that its different from all other cars. Its not trying to pretend something its not. Even for every day driving the FK8 is the best option. The FK2 is too stiff and the older cars are hard to find without them needing alot of TLC to be as good as they were again. Also the FD2 was never sold in Europe nor the US, so good luck trying to find one.. The FN2 is a much underappreciated car. Its far better than people give it credit for.

    • @MarshaunLugo
      @MarshaunLugo 2 года назад

      I’m in the same boat. I love the fk8 the most and I own one, I would love to one day find a FD2 type R unfortunately like you said it’s going to be super hard to find one.

  • @thatcopenguy
    @thatcopenguy 5 лет назад +3

    The sound of that FD2 is just.... I'm speechless.

  • @ruixitas
    @ruixitas 5 лет назад +2

    You deserve lots of more followers!
    I have to say that regarding original youtube "car shows", this is by far the best one! Hope you keep making more content like this. Cheers!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Really appreciate your great comments 👍

  • @drone8392
    @drone8392 5 лет назад +19

    EK9 chassis with FD2 engine FTW

  • @KT19999
    @KT19999 5 лет назад +2

    A thorough and well put together video, was not expecting that.
    Really enjoyed it.

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Thank you for the kind words hope you like our other videos as much

  • @stzza
    @stzza Год назад +8

    fn2s are so underrated. IMO they are the best looking of the lot, most liveable, spacious and comfortable and interior looks very modern with a head unit, very practical, cheap n/a raw k series power which easily can push big numbers with a supercharger or turbo kit, amazing car glad that Clarksons review made the prices so cheap. One of the last true n/a powered type rs

  • @ryancaunce3142
    @ryancaunce3142 5 лет назад +1

    Superb review, over the moon you got the fd2!!! Ek9 also is an absolute dream! Honda just know what to do!!

  • @fleurdewin7958
    @fleurdewin7958 5 лет назад +11

    Honda started off as a motorcycle company before they venture into car business. VTEC originated from race bike engines. All race bikes have tonnes of horsepower, revs very high but generates little torque , which is also the same characteristics of VTEC car engines.
    Though some older Civics are not real Type R, I think they are of significant importance in the history of type R. The oldest "Type-R related Civic" must be the JDM CRX (EF8) , under 1 tonne, JDM spec B16A engine makes 170HP , its a pocket rocket. With its chassis weighing under 1 tonne and it sits low because those days there were no such rule to carmakers as "pedestrian safety compliance" .It flies ; 0-100km/h in 7.2 sec .

  • @TET2005
    @TET2005 5 лет назад +21

    EK9 the rawest Type R driven...

  • @00Tenrai00
    @00Tenrai00 5 лет назад +4

    I can just sit here and listen to Tiff speak all day long! Paul you are one lucky man getting to work with Timothy Needell
    As for my fav type R? FD2 Mugen rr ... thank you for including FD2 in your type R line up, it is usually absent from all the main stream type R discussions, mainly because of its Japanese underpinnings!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Glad you like it

    • @00Tenrai00
      @00Tenrai00 5 лет назад

      Lovecars loved it 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @mikewhite255
    @mikewhite255 5 лет назад +7

    I love how ridiculous the fk8 is , and the capabilities of this car are amazing , everything you get for well under what you might expect to pay for that kind of performance is just a no brainer to me.

  • @JEKFROOT
    @JEKFROOT 5 лет назад +12

    I'd take the FD2 any day. Thanks for making this video. I love it!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      You're very welcome, thanks for watching! 👍

  • @motogte
    @motogte 5 лет назад +27

    EK9 JDM ftw!

  • @muhammadizzuddin8257
    @muhammadizzuddin8257 5 лет назад +45

    I will choose Honda Civic Type R FD2...the last NA

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +3

      It seems to be a popular choice!

    • @bebird_my
      @bebird_my 5 лет назад +2

      Design lg sporty... bnding FK8...

  • @kjwong4730
    @kjwong4730 5 лет назад +2

    Very good video. Enjoyed it. The race at the end was pretty funny.

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Thanks, glad you enjoyed it

  • @millzyman9210
    @millzyman9210 5 лет назад +18

    I don't understand why people think the fk8 is ugly, it's beautiful, its kinda like the fk2 was inspired by the fn2 and the fk8 was inspired by the fd2

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Well it's all subjective, the FK8 design definetly seems to divide opinion! 🤔

    • @rickyieong6072
      @rickyieong6072 5 лет назад

      because before fk2, that's all of high rpm vtec and we all love the speed and the sound of it,as all type r were a simple power machine, simple device, just like this.

    • @Seravee1
      @Seravee1 5 лет назад

      I like the fk8

    • @ulysses4989
      @ulysses4989 5 лет назад

      @Fat Buddha And the fk8 looks like a dream

  • @KieranDpreborn
    @KieranDpreborn 5 лет назад +2

    I've got an EK9 RX model, Like the one in the video. Had it nearly 2 years now in standard form and I drive it everyday. I love every second of it.

  • @LectioDivina33
    @LectioDivina33 5 лет назад +3

    Great video guys. The Honda Civic Track formula actually began with the EF9 SIR and then morphed into the EG6 SIR which I owned. EG6 had a B16A engine with118kw standard from a 1.6ltr four with LSD and sway bars. The EG6 top civic track car then morphed into the EK SIR but the top track civic of this model belonged to the EK9 which had a B16B engine 136kw standard from a 1.6ltr four with lsd and sway bars again. But the actual first Type R, Championship white, red Honda/type R badges, white wheels, red seats, and titanium gear knob started with the NSX-R in 1992. Your welcome!

  • @greymark420
    @greymark420 5 лет назад +3

    I have a FK8 that's 2 months old.What a great machine, wonderful handling and at 3000 rpm it just keeps pulling. Take it around a corner,sticks to the road. Great daily driver. I also love the styling, not just silver and square. This is from a 61 yr old, who said it is only for the younger driver :)

  • @tanvirhussain6106
    @tanvirhussain6106 5 лет назад +3

    Such an amazing video! Every civic type r is amazing in its own way!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Thanks and yes completely agree

  • @salaheddinelaroussi
    @salaheddinelaroussi 5 лет назад +3

    Fn2 Is still my favourite ! Amazing design !

  • @thetruth7633
    @thetruth7633 5 лет назад +4

    Put Tiff in a built K24 EK with 300whp and he will go bananas!
    The Honda numbering relates to the chassis/engine type.

  • @omkarkhamkar9388
    @omkarkhamkar9388 5 лет назад +2

    great to see Tiff Needell back in action🔥

  • @stiefmeisterkui
    @stiefmeisterkui 5 лет назад +5

    Fd2 is my 1st car. Bought it in 2010 still use it until now

  • @heykalanargyarifqy567
    @heykalanargyarifqy567 Год назад +2

    My personal favourite is absolutely the FK2 it's also my 4th dream cars 😍

  • @seanhart7185
    @seanhart7185 5 лет назад +5

    This has to be the best overall comparison of Civic Type R's I've seen on RUclips. Tiff's commentary was funny and insightful as always. Never heard of the Paul guy, but he seems like a cool smart dude, too. I'll definitely be keeping an eye on this channel in the future. Keep up the great content!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks very much for the kind words Sean, we're glad to have you watching!

  • @luischin3963
    @luischin3963 5 лет назад +4

    EP3 all the way!!! Although I also like the performance and the looks on the FK2, but I became an EP3 owner because of its lift-off over-steer, it's unexpectedly fun! :D

  • @danbarnettmedia
    @danbarnettmedia 5 лет назад +3

    Absolutely nailed this edit guys!!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks very much Mr Barnett! 😉

  • @eslameddinghalebi1
    @eslameddinghalebi1 5 лет назад +2

    Love Paul and tiff they're chemistry is so cool, new top gear needs these guys!

  • @O.Sanchez
    @O.Sanchez 5 лет назад +3

    The forgotten gem... FD2 🔥 great video & you can never go wrong with the EK9 but for me FD2 ❤️

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      The FD2 seems to be the people's choice if the comments are anything to go by. Thanks for watching!

  • @masterdinosawr
    @masterdinosawr 5 лет назад +69

    EK9 is the best Civic

  • @Acc0rd79
    @Acc0rd79 5 лет назад +3

    As a new owner of a 2019 FK8, you know where I stand:) Then again the OG Type R from the 90's is so beautiful but we never got them here in the states!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Congratulations on the new car! You're right on the EK9 though, they're special cars. 👍

  • @mpiloz8016
    @mpiloz8016 5 лет назад +6

    Japan kept the best one for themselves, I love all civics, but the fd2RR was my favorite

  • @Aakeeeb
    @Aakeeeb 5 лет назад +14

    EK9 didn't get enough credit, it's handling is better than the EP3. Also couldn't they source a stock FD2?!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +10

      FD2s are pretty rare in the UK, so we were very grateful to have the one featured!

  • @haggisgaming666
    @haggisgaming666 5 лет назад +3

    have an fn2 and fallen in love with vtech. when the vtech noise ramps up it always puts a smile on my face. still have my nissan z32, but the power is not very manageable, with these hondas its all about fun...

  • @jessechen998
    @jessechen998 5 лет назад +38

    For me, it's got to be the fd2.

  • @ashpwin
    @ashpwin 5 лет назад +2

    Insane drag racing lol, love the content guy keep it coming

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Glad you're enjoying it, thanks for watching!

  • @TunPiccolo
    @TunPiccolo 5 лет назад +6

    FD2R is my forte.
    Though the FK8 is tempting as well.
    Apparently the police in my country is testing one FK8 for future highspeed chase unit replacement. Currently the highspeed chase unit are equipped with Evo X

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +2

      That's a pretty cool Police car! They might have trouble finding space for the stickers though - the bodywork is a bit busy! 😉

    • @TunPiccolo
      @TunPiccolo 5 лет назад +1

      @@lovecarsTV they got police sticker on it already. Check out Malaysia Police Type R, it looks great!

    • @oceanhome2023
      @oceanhome2023 5 лет назад

      Cop cars ? BS they are getting these for FUN !!

  • @sohaibyounus
    @sohaibyounus 5 лет назад +2

    What a nice video. Hoping to see more of these in future !

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Thanks and yes hopefully you will 👍

  • @king-manu2758
    @king-manu2758 5 лет назад +3

    I have an ep3 just like the one you drove. The funny part is that I am in Spain so I'm driving the wrong side here(you can imagine the looks I get) . I bought it for half of what they sell over here with the left hand wheel. It's such a fun and reliable car. I drive it on mountain roads with the more modern 2.0 liter turbo cars and ,if my hands and courage allow it ,I can mostly keep up with them. Wonderful machine, I don't plan to sell it anytime soon.

  • @Dwilsonmusic145
    @Dwilsonmusic145 5 лет назад +1

    I LOVE THIS CHANNEL! I LOOK FORWARD TO EVERY SINGLE UPLOAD!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      We're glad you're enjoying the videos! Thanks for watching! 😄

  • @manowar5516
    @manowar5516 5 лет назад +4

    The EK9 is the only Civic Type-R you will ever want or need.

  • @kevinwalker8082
    @kevinwalker8082 4 года назад +1

    Another cracking video. I've only got the 2.2 diesel civic but I love it.

  • @BrettCahill
    @BrettCahill 5 лет назад +5

    I own an ep3 and I love it, though I'd love to own the ek9 too! Wouldn't replace though, I'd want both...

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Same era, but each unique in its own right!

  • @MrThegenral1
    @MrThegenral1 5 лет назад +6

    Ep3 without doubt the best Type R built in my opinion

  • @BangAverageRider
    @BangAverageRider 5 лет назад +3

    Well done getting all these cars together and good video
    The looks of the ek9
    With the styling of the fk2
    With the gear lever position and shift from a EP3
    With the high revving VTEC and sound from a EP3
    With the performance of the fk8
    Weighing as much as the ek9
    And also being front wheel drive would make the perfect Civic Type R

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Thanks, glad you enjoyed it

  • @FlyinGato
    @FlyinGato 5 лет назад +2

    hey Tiff Needell!! The Type R is a truly special car, can't wait to race mine all over the place (Hillclimbs, track days, time attack)

  • @Barnacules
    @Barnacules 5 лет назад +13

    How does Tiff Needell only have 85k subscribers? That is a crime.

  • @jamesyoung7227
    @jamesyoung7227 5 лет назад +2

    love the video brilliant stuff ,all look great ,I used to have an ep3 and loved it a wonderful car ,gear change,screaming vtec ,it sounded gd as well at high revs ,brilliant car ,a year ago I bought an fk2 as I love the styling

  • @PluckinA_Connor
    @PluckinA_Connor 5 лет назад +6

    Think I want an FN2 to be honest, it has to be a daily driver so I feel like that's the best compromise between everyday usability and having the crazy high-revving engine etc. Especially if I could afford a later one with a diff...

    • @lister817
      @lister817 5 лет назад

      Had mine tuned with 4 switchable maps pop n bang get gt model you can switch between the maps

  • @k24z7_4d.living
    @k24z7_4d.living 3 года назад

    This was very entertaining guys(: & informative👍🏻 coming from U.S

  • @mugenmark
    @mugenmark 5 лет назад +3

    FD2 for me. Specifically the ultra rare Mugen RR version. That said, I’ve been scouring the classifieds for a completely standard low mileage EP3 Premier Edition recently.

  • @FB6K24Z7
    @FB6K24Z7 5 лет назад

    Mr tiff is an absoulte gentleman been watching his review from quite a while now from fifth gear.My fav the ek9,fd2 and the fk8

  • @df9834
    @df9834 5 лет назад +14

    Love tiff!! 😂Had a ep3 And fn2. Found the fn2 far better daily driver 👌

  • @calirun1
    @calirun1 5 лет назад +2

    Nicely produced video! Had an EP3 at 23 and thrashed it everywhere! Weird steering feel but fun car

  • @steviekfc1869
    @steviekfc1869 5 лет назад +3

    love all the type r’s. will be buying an ep3 this year but for me the fd2 is the one to have, hardcore and an absolute weapon

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Nice choice

    • @leongyet9896
      @leongyet9896 5 лет назад +1

      I own a FD2R.
      It's a very very good car.

    • @steviekfc1869
      @steviekfc1869 5 лет назад +1

      LEONG Yet i have driven a couple of ep3’s, a dc5 and the fd2, all lovely cars but the fd is just that bit more hardcore, awesome car

    • @leongyet9896
      @leongyet9896 5 лет назад

      Yup,agree.
      It's a ready track car!

  • @drakvaclav826
    @drakvaclav826 5 лет назад +2

    OMG, the FK2 is so gorgeous.

  • @bigdave4564
    @bigdave4564 5 лет назад +3

    I've got the fn2 in red. I LOVE getting that vetec working. 😆 Awesome video bud.

  • @Lukeywoodsey
    @Lukeywoodsey 5 лет назад +1

    I've driven on this road, it's got loads of sweeping corners and quite fun. Also the abandoned air field is great for drag races

  • @hunyango2k
    @hunyango2k 5 лет назад +5

    got an ep3 and tiff is right, it is the right type r. and its still running as smooth as butter... too bad the factory at swindon is closing.

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +2

      Smooth as butter haha 👍

  • @jamesyoung7227
    @jamesyoung7227 5 лет назад +2

    and it goes like there's no tomorrow absolutely love it and love the fact that Honda have combined vtec with turbo for such a great mid range and top end performance and while being quick to 60 as well,the car is fantastic and 1 other major plus point is I can get 40 mpg on a long run on motorway ,I'm smitten with it:)

  • @KevinChannnn
    @KevinChannnn 5 лет назад +7

    It's a shame they didn't include the "SiR" series from the EF9 and EG6 shape.
    For me it would have to be the EK9!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +3

      I think we would have needed a bigger runway! 😉

  • @jorgebarbosa130
    @jorgebarbosa130 5 лет назад +2

    It’s always nice to hear the combination of opinions from someone old and young. Always talking about the differences and how things have changed. Nice vid, new subscriber!!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Thank you and hope you like our videos 👍

  • @kn0t2brite
    @kn0t2brite 5 лет назад +11

    I agred with tiff...I'd have the ep3.

  • @SnowWhiteMR2
    @SnowWhiteMR2 5 лет назад +1

    I love Tiff videos! Good history too. Thanks guys!

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      You're very welcome, thanks for watching! 😊

  • @twixxmiles
    @twixxmiles 5 лет назад +3

    I am absolutely in love with my FK8

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Nice, they're incredibly capable cars!

    • @nosferatuthevampy
      @nosferatuthevampy 5 лет назад

      oh yeah.... i'm a proud owner of a 2018 type R

  • @NICKFOXTV
    @NICKFOXTV 5 лет назад +2

    Absolutely epic guys, loved this and I think I would take either the EK9 or EP3 👌🏻

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад

      Thanks and I think you would be happy with either 👍

  • @usuallyclueless4477
    @usuallyclueless4477 5 лет назад +3

    the FD2 was sold in india as well (no type r) , and i personally think fd2 is the best looker of them all.
    sadly it wasn't sold a lot because of the low ground clearance and low mileage.
    Indians obsession with mileage is probably the reason we don't have fun cars.

  • @michaeltaylor156
    @michaeltaylor156 5 лет назад +2

    Glad you’re back good vid

    • @lovecarsTV
      @lovecarsTV  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks very much Michael, glad you're watching!

  • @iheartgs400
    @iheartgs400 5 лет назад +3

    The FD2 is really the star of the CTR, I feel even my 8th USDM Si would toast the FN2 CTR.

  • @clocktower7
    @clocktower7 5 лет назад +1

    People can talk about how great and how fantastic a Ferrari or a lamborghini is ... But the experience of driving a mad N/A V-TEC Honda Civic Type R is an experience to behold, their is nothing else like it. Honda has long been a specialist Brand. Trust me, i've driven all kinds of Honda's for 20 years now. No other motor company can hold a candle to Honda's engineering and enviable reliability ratings. Sadly, The spoofing Bureaucrats who we now have in governments around the world are now making sure that these cars will be no more in the near future. A Brilliant review of past and present Honda Civic Type R's by Tiff and Paul.