(JDM) Honda vs Acura Integra Type R - Which Should You Buy In 2023?

Today lets review the differences between the Honda and Acura Integra Type R. Which one would you buy?

[andydhillon]

The "break" Honda took in 1999 was because the ITR didn't sell well in the US. American buyers at the time weren't looking for that raw of a car. The GS-R was the better option at the time.

I tried to buy a new 1998. The salesman kept calling me for over 4 months trying to sell it to me.

The Internet, particularly car forums and online dealers selling aftermarket parts, and The Fast and the Furious movie changed it all.

I have no interest in several JDM cars because of the RHD and KM/h.

[kobet]

I bought my 1997 Integra LS 5 years ago. It was bone stock and still mostly is. great daily driver/autocross/track day car. It's awesome!

[Staticbrain]

Ran out of money??? Dude are you serious? It was a special car with limited production. Honda wasnt anywhere near running out of money in the 90s..

[MMitr]

Integra type R's were sold in Canada in 1999, I own #0050.

[zacscott]

Thank you! I just bought a 96 ITR RHD and I didn't know about the breaks😅 I've had to buy multiple Acura parts and so far it's been working haha

[Beyondthebox]

Watched your video, but you forgot to mention here in Asia. We have the Integra type R RX model. It has a couple extra options.

[tonykartracer]

I'd pick the USDM Acura Integra Type of course. It's more rare in limited numbers, more collectible, more highly prized, more market value, etc etc. JDM Integra Type R still nice, but a dime a dozen.

[jasonjinx]

Thank you. This video was actually informative. I'll import a JDM at some point for the track

[teggieGSR]

The USDM Integra is what I would buy, they are actually more rarer since there will never be anymore Acura Integra Type R. Only Acura Integra Type S.

[ChrisKuni]

In Europe the prices have stableised over the past 3 years so you can get a very clean and original one from 12.000, -€ with around 180k/km on the clock.
But better spend a bit more (around 15-18k €) to get my the 'best' currently for sale. :)
Parts are no problem too. Expect 'bodyparts', all what's metal is at least not to get anymore what is a real issue for restaurating one or even after an excident.

[UzumakiGarage]

I have two Australian delivered Type R Integras here in Australia and they are JDM cars as they are RHD and have momo steering wheel and Recaro seats from factory but the front bar has round lights like the US version. I have made some videos about them for my channel if you are interested. cheers

[UnicornDBr]

If you get one would you keep it stock is the question. Owning a db8 type r having a hard time leaving it alone.

[lukeskywalker]

I guess with the USDM and you’re complaining about the lack of creature comforts you missed the point. The engines on these cars were completely hand assembled. The entire body was seam welded. Everything on these cars was designed for one thing, performance. I owned a 1998 ITR. It was just amazing. It was also the only Acura to have five lug hubs, bigger brakes and special exhaust. The body was gutted of all insulation to create more lightness. If you wanted the luxury Acura, this was not the car to buy.

[grusive]

Should I buy a 97 integra Rs? I found one pretty cheap

[theunderground]

If you live in California, USDM is the only rational choice. Legalization of a JDM car is pricey. The USDM car is always more pricey.

[barry]

There was a 1999 Integra Type R it was the RX.

[rob_becker]

so much great information! This isn't related but I'm trying to figure out how many prelude Si-R Type S were made. I've been searching but no luck, any idea or suggestions on how to find out?

[grusive]

If it has the “H” logo everywhere does that mean it’s not usdm… or what’s the difference with seeing integra with the “A” or “H”

[mistahBlaz]

I still got my 2door 94 LS manual for 8 years still running strong 💪 I love my acura integra😊

[ილიკომოლაშვილი]

Hello my friend.I have 2000honda integra gf-db6 zc engine.i want swap this engine and put crv rd1 b20b.i want your opinion and problems what i would have.