1989 ITC / H5 Civic Std. HB w/ 90,000 miles on chassis

This car is a perfect starter car for the amateur racer. It is an excellent platform for the someone to aspire to get their competition racing license and race in the SCCA ITC or NASA Honda Challenge H5 class (or with other regional groups). It is also one of the cheapest and most reliable ways to get into this sport. I bought it for that sole reason - and loved every minute of it. Car is well sorted mechanically and reliable so that you do not have to wrench on it in the pits - just basic work and kicking back and relaxing. Other than some body work on the right rear quarter panel (which does not adversely affect the inspection or performance of the car) it's ready to run and you will have a blast. I am a well known and respected racer in my area and can provide references and independent evaluation of the car's shape.

Car's Accomplishments:
2004 Midwest Honda Challenge H5 Champion (driven by Sam Myers)
2005 Midwest Honda Challenge H5 Champion (driven by Sam Myers)
Track records in H5 at Gateway and Hastings in 2008
Can be seen in the Dec 2005 issue of Grass Roots Motorsports.
SCCA Logbook (2007) and passed SCCA Annual Inspection March 2007
NASA Logbook (2008) and passed NASA Annual Inspection 4/26/2008

No Title:
I purchased the car 3 years ago without the tile. I bought it from someone who bought it to get started but just put it in storage for several months. This person then proceeded to lose all the paperwork and log books and seat belts - but didn't notify me until delivery (owner was from TX). I had to painstakingly have all the inspections and new logbooks completed but never went to get a Title as I never drove it on the street and trailered it to all events.

Turnkey Racecar:
I also spend thousands of dollars getting the car corner balanced, thoroughly inspected and all mechanical repairs done professionally. This car is truly a turnkey racecar. This car is not street legal and it will take a lot of money and effort in order to get it to that point.

Engine & Drivetrain:
89 D15B1 bottom end bored .040 over
Complete re-build by Ruck Racing (Sept 2004)
Michelin Cup ECU (very, very rare and sought after)
MSD Modified Distributor Cap w/ external MSD Blaster coil
Iceman Cold Air Intake
Balanced & Blueprinted Injectors by RC Engineering
Mallory Ignitions adj. fuel pressure regulator
Fuel sample port
DC Sports 4-2-1 header (ceramic coated and exhaust wrapped)
Custom exhaust w/ turndown (new Jul 2007) (no muffler, cat or resonator)
New radiator (Sept 2004)
Setrab Oil Cooler w/ remote oil filter setup
New battery (Sept 2003)
New alternator (March 2008)
4:73 SRR Final Drive
4 speed transmission with welded differential

Suspension:
Neuspeed strut tower brace
Coilover Suspension Setup with SPSS3 valved and shortened Koni Yellow Externally Adjustable shocks and ground control springs.
Adjustable rear sway bar
ES bushings - entire car
Wikkid Racing adjusable front and rear camber and toe links.
New Brakes with new drums and front discs with Hawk Blue Pads (3 day driving school)
1 Set of 13x6.5 with 205/50/13 Yokohama A048R with one race weekend (excellent condition)

Interior:
Custom roll cage w/ NASCAR side bars on both sides.
1 Kirkey Race Seat for drivers side.
G Force 5 point harness (Feb 2007)
Auto Gauge 5" Monster tach with shift light
Auto Meter 2-5/8" Oil pressure gauge
Auto Meter 2-5/8" Water temp. gauge
Driver cut off switch & button ignition
Master cut off switch
Hardwired Radiator Fan
Sparco steering wheel w/ Quick release
KFM window net (New - 4/2008) with seat belt connector
Right Side Net (New - 4/2008)
Hand held extinguisher
Custom Welded Seat Brackets

Speed:
1:42 at Hallet
1:59 at MAM
1:19 at Gateway (track record for H5)
1:51 at Hastings (track record for H5)

Mechanically Sound:
This car has been well cared after (stored in secure covered garage) and maintained by KC Raceware by Charlie Clark (SCCA E Production racer and shop owner).

Some Body Damage:
The only bad about this car is it has some damage to the passenger rear quarter panel from previous racing incident (not me!). Car has passed logbook and track tech inspections (4/2008) and is not a structural issue by SCCA or NASA technicians. I never got around to replacing it with a new quarter panel.

Video of Car Running and Gauges:

Engine Running Outside:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SAM3MrNKn0

Engine Running Inside:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ck7iY55MHRQ

I also have a couple videos of races where I drove the car however they are > 1 gig and I do not know how to cut them down significantly in order to email.

Price:
$2,500 firm for the car alone.


I can also include a near new open car hauler trailer that works perfectly with this car.

Trailer:
2006 Bilt Rite (Sikeston, MO) open steel runner car hauler (middle is open - makes for easier track side repairs of cars underneath)
16' length (14' with 2' dovetail) by 7' wide (standard width - not extra wide). Total length including tongue 20'. Black paint.
VIN: 48MFS16276S056563
Have clear KS Title and all paperwork from the manufacturer.

Trailer Options:
205/75/15 Taskmaster Tires and 15x5.5 steel wheels with one spare. All tires are in good condition with brand new spare.
2" Ball
Setback Jack w/ 7,000 lb capacity
Two 3,500 lb axles
One electric brake axle
Two 5' Ramps with holders
~ 3,000 total miles
Stored indoors when not in use
5 Way Plug.
Has all lights and markings for DOT and State law.
Total trailer weight 1,500 lbs

Price w/ Trailer
$4,000 for car with trailer customized to tow this car. I will not sell trailer without car.

Delivery:
I am willing to deliver the car or car w/ trailer.

Contact Info:
jjkarns AT yahoo DOT com

 

Updated pricing.

 

New price

Car alone $2,500
Car with open trailer $4,000

 

Trades are also welcome:
- Will trade car for b series swap into EF (my daily driver is an '89 Civic DX) +/- cash depending on what you have.

 

Sale Pending

 

Good guy, excellent performing car.

 

car is nice man but you should mabey get 1 gen up