LSD – Transforms this car from the standard UKDM car.Air Conditioning (Not Standard on all UK cars).Red Carpets – I have these as well as the black and red Type R mats as in the pictures.Rear Privacy Glass (Factory Tinted Glass not Tint Film).Forged Bottom End, Pistons and Conrods).K20a 212bhp Engine – Same engine as the Integra DC5 (Better Inlet Manifold & Camshafts).The JDM EP3 Civic Type R has the additional spec listed below over the UK car: If you’re looking at a hot hatch that depends more on its own air-breathing prowess, the EP3 Type R is an underrated gem. And it’s considerably more affordable and straightforward than importing one. While the domestic EP3 Type R we have over here is a watered-down variant of this Japan-imported EP3, it still offers the ethos of Type R. He has added a modicum of amenities to really reproduce his ideal EP3, and I do adore his creation. Rather, than pushing it to the limit and wreaking havoc on the EP3’s inherent practicality, drivability and reliability. What he has really done is improve the driving experience. I do genuinely respect the owner though because what he has here is a very well-done example of an agreeably modified EP3 Type R. Overall, the little Honda Civic EP3 was a pleasure to be around and demanded that you get in it and drive it! After shooting the 2015 Type R earlier previously, it’s nice to see where the bloodline came from.

It even made me rethink my top 5 classic cars that I wish I could own… Though nothing will ever displace the 205GTI. But overall, it was in great condition and really appealed to my love for cars of this age. The owner, a genuinely nice guy and all-around car nut, was more than helpful in letting me mooch around and then helping out with the photo shoot to make the car look great. JDM EP3 Honda Civic Type R: A Pleasure To Be Around The closest resemblance I’ve seen from anything nowadays is probably the Fiat 500 Abarth which had white 16″ Oz wheels, and white-on-white on that car looks fantastic too. It’s a suave little hatch that evokes the spirit of the original NSX Type R. While that may be a good rule of thumb, as you can see here, this white-on-white Honda EP3 absolutely pops with those white alloys. The general consensus for wheel colours is that you should pick one that contrasts with the colour of your car. But as you can see here on this car, the wheels are in great condition. The only thing that can be done about this is very regularly wash on a weekly basis at the least. The problem that many owners do have is managing the brake dust deposits in the corners of the wheels. They may be a little more high maintenance, but they certainly look the part on the imported Honda EP3 JDM. Of course, there is lots of debate about whether or not this is the best airbox on the EP3 JDM Type R (it is believed to be the best).Īnyone that knows anything about red-badged hondas will know that only the Championship White JDM EP3 Type R’s came with the white wheels as standard. When you take a look under the bonnet on the Honda EP3 JDM you will notice there is a Gruppe M Carbon Fibre induction airbox with carbon air feed on the scuttle panel. Civic Type R JDM EP3: All The Modifications This is one tasty EP3, but still part of me prefers an EK9 with some Spoon engine mods. Talking to such a passionate petrolhead of an owner certainly didn’t alleviate the allure of one. And who would blame you? I myself am tempted especially after having a thorough poke-around with such a well-kept example for the afternoon.

In fact, after seeing these photos and reading through the article, you end up wanting a proper Honda JDM EP3 Type R like this one. However, it stays pretty true to its heritage and looked all the better for it. The Honda JDM EP3 Type R had its share of modifications including Recaro seats, a £1500 carbon air box and a host of other tweaks and mods.

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