I picked this up last weekend, its my new daily driver, i have a 96spec ITR for weekends and stuff. This is a genuine, straight from japan Vi-RS. There are a few others of them around here but theyre all grey or silver, never seen a black one before. Its more or less standard except for a set of D2 coilovers and aftermarket black housing headlights (which i'm debating about removing)
Once i get it cleaned up and raise the front an inch or so, i'll get some more pics up.

 

Nice lookin' 4door!

 

Nice!

 

Wow!

 

Too bad they don't come with a B16A, otherwise you'd be set.

 

I'd keep the headlights

 

Thats clean!

 

perfect DD....

 

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They do also come with a B16A, theyre called an SiR/Si (EK4)!!!

I could have bought an EK4 but i wanted something that was easy to run as i do 400-500miles a week and the D15B 3 stage VTEC can return over 50mpg if driven easy (which i am forced to do as traffic is so heavy on my way to and from work) so it suits my needs perfectly

 

Really nice, I would keep those headlights on there, those tires look too big for some reason (sidewall) some engine shots also 3stage vtec!!! lol

 

try not 2 get it jacked heat out there

 

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They do also come with a B16A, theyre called an SiR/Si (EK4)!!!

I could have bought an EK4 but i wanted something that was easy to run as i do 400-500miles a week and the D15B 3 stage VTEC can return over 50mpg if driven easy (which i am forced to do as traffic is so heavy on my way to and from work) so it suits my needs perfectly </TD></TR></TABLE>

Yes, I am aware of this. But the EK4 doesn't look like this EK3. This EK3 is similar to our 99-00 Si EM1 but sedan version (rims).

 

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They do also come with a B16A, theyre called an SiR/Si (EK4)!!!

I could have bought an EK4 but i wanted something that was easy to run as i do 400-500miles a week and the D15B 3 stage VTEC can return over 50mpg if driven easy (which i am forced to do as traffic is so heavy on my way to and from work) so it suits my needs perfectly </TD></TR></TABLE>
Yes, sedans do also come with B16As. The Vi-RS does not come with an available B16 though.

This is all the creature comforts, but no "performance" engine.

 

any interior shots?

 

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Nice car any more pics?

 

What exactly is a Vi-RS? What sets it apart from ours I mean. Is it RHD since its from Japan?

 

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car is all around nice man

 

nice ride...JDM =

 

Sweet ride

 

nice...but whats the matter ya raised in a barn?...shut your door!

 

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Yes, it is RHD.


From Honda

AutomobileJapanSeptember 3, 1998
Upgrades to Civic and Civic Ferio Series

Tokyo, September 3, 1998 --- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced improvements to both the class-beating Civic 3-door and its 4-door cousin, the Civic Ferio. Several refinements have been made to the interior and exterior styling of both vehicle series. In addition, several Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) models are now available on certain 1.5L 4-door and 3-door grades instead of the 1.6L versions as before. LEV vehicles boast exhaust emission levels which are about one-tenth of the levels stipulated by existing Japanese regulations. An extra sports Vi-RS grade has also been added to the Civic Ferio series. The new Civic and Civic Ferio series will be available from September 4 at Primo dealers throughout Japan.



Civic Ri (LEV)



Civic Ferio Vi-RS


Main changes:

* LEV engines are now available on certain more affordable 1.5L models instead of the 1.6L models as before. (Civic: Ri; Civic Ferio: Mi/ML)
* New Vi-RS sports model added to Civic Ferio series
* Exterior design changes made to front and rear (all models)
* Design changes made to central interior panels (all models)
* New seat upholstery design
* Some models feature both Grade Logic Control system (Honda Prosmatec) and Honda's unique advanced continuously variable automatic (Multi Matic-S) transmission, which offers stepless shifting pleasure (Civic: VTi/Ri; Civic Ferio: Vi-RS/Vi/Mi). Moreover, a special switch mounted on the steering wheel allows easy changes in driving mode.
* Driver's seat manual seat-height adjuster now enables the adjustment of the front and rear parts of the seat separately
* Additional external color options: Sunlight Yellow, Clover Green Pearl, Royal Grape Pearl, and Taffeta White
* Body colored side protection panels (Civic: VTi/Ri; Civic Ferio: Si/Vi-RS/Vi)
* Next-generation Honda Car Navigation system now offered as an option, including extra-wide 6-inch screen allowing use of "InterNavi" internet functions and twin maps, together with an internal CD-player plus AM/FM cassette radio

Principal features of new Civic Ferio Vi-RS:

Functions:

* Honda Multi Matic-S continuously variable automatic transmission, featuring exclusive AMSS (Acceleration Map Select System) designed to give sportier performance off the block and when passing
* Disc brakes on all four wheels, with specially enlarged front discs (increased from 13" to 14")
* Front strut tower bars to boost body rigidity

Exterior styling:

* Front and rear under spoilers, rear spoiler and body colored side protection panels create a sporty silhouette
* Exclusive individually-styled mesh-type front grille with elegant Vi-RS emblem
* Newly-designed exclusive 15-inch aluminum wheels with 195/55R15 tires
* Tinted glass (rear doors/rear window)
* Exclusive color option: Royal Grape Pearl (Vi-RS)

Interior styling:

* High-quality leather-bound steering wheel that fits snugly in your hands.
* Metallic-finish central console and power-window switches panel for that extra sporty feel
* Body-hugging driver's seat for an enhanced sporty experience

Principal factory options:

* Honda car navigation system
* Electronic glass sunroof

Domestic monthly sales target: 4,000 units


Although from Honda, I know the disc brakes size is wrong.

 

Blue Integra boy thanks for the info.

Wonder why they didnt bring something like this to the states? It would be something i would like for a DD.

 

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Wonder why they didnt bring something like this to the states? It would be something i would like for a DD.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Because Honda didn't think it would sell very well.

 

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Although from Honda, I know the disc brakes size is wrong.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Yeah front brakes are 262mm and rears are 242mm solid rotors....same as the SiR/EK4 civics.

I'll get some more pics up shortly.