Hello, just posting to say wussup to everyone.

I've been a visitor to this forum for a while now, but I've never joined until now because I don't own a Honda. Still don't, but I'm getting serious about getting one. I'm in Korea right now, but when I get back I plan on getting an ITR, S2000, eg or ek hatch.

I come from a Volkswagen background. Currently drive a 02' GTI 337. It's a decent car but I'm looking to change over to the Honda family. A few friends of mine have had Honda's and personally, they are a lot more fun to drive than my car.

I'm not too knowledgeable in the Honda department, but I look foward to learning a lot from you guys around here. I've been on the vortex forum, and from what I've noticed, there is a lot less ignorance around here.

So I guess my first ITR related question would be if anyone here regrets getting an ITR for any reason? Thanks!

 

Welcome to the forum. I have no regrets purchasing my ITR, im yet to find another car that is soo much fun to drive. Unfortunately most will agree that the only real downside to this car is the rediculous theft factor it carries.

 

Thanks
Yeah, the Itr forum is the one that I visit the most I think, and for the past couple of years, I've been reading about sooo many thefts. It's something that I'm really concerned about since I'm considering to get one.

I think we all know someone personally who had their ITR stolen, and that's pretty scary. My friends was stolen right out of his driveway and he had a lot of deterrent features. So security is one of the first things that I would definitly invest in if I were to get one. I know most of the ITR guys here beef up on security on their cars, but it's crazy how easily they get stolen anyway.

Yeah, my future car would have to be a daily driver including heavy winter driving so it will have to be able to handle snow and salt etc. If I were to get an ITR snow tires would have to be bought also.

I have a question on the 98,99 ITRs. Since these are the older itr's they will most likely have more mileage. What things should I look for when buying an ITR? Mileage is always important. Title of course. Any small details like rust prone spots? Burning oil? I know the B series engine has a long history with aftermarket tuners. Will having a high mileage ITR be something to worry about drivetrain wise? I know the motors can be rebuilt but how expensive is it?
Also, the 98,99 itr's arn't equipped with programmed keys as a security feature correct? So that would be one thing to consider when looking for a used itr...

 

type r were only made 97,98,00 and 01 no 99 good luck and welcome

 

perfect example of why i'm a noob. Thanks for the heads up, and yeah that's what I meant.

 

Welcome to H-T. This forum will grow on you, especially if you are active in it.

 

I'm just going to take one of your questions...
"Any small details like rust prone spots? "

I have yet to hear anyone complain about rust on the R thus far

Welcome to H-T.

Just besure to use the search feature, its pretty good.

 

Welcome to H-T

 

337

R32

 

so im guess your Korean, New Yorker, and like Hondas

same here .....

welcome...and if u get an itr make sure u keep her safe in this crazy state

 

Bart Simpson

 

Hello, and welcome!
I never had any regrets in buying my ITR, in fact I loved everything about it!
As pointed out above, (being my daily driver) the only problem for me was the theft issues.

 

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Yes, since I joined I have ceased to have an outside life. Welcome, and good luck with your decision to own one of the finest cars in the world (a Honda of course).

 

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99 Type R = Canadian Domestic Market R

Rust could be a problem in snowbelt areas in one particular place - the rear fender wells. There is some weatherstripping type stuff wrapped around the fender lip on the rear which holds sand, salt, and grit and gunk in it and will cause rust eventually if it isn't either removed permanently and the bare lip kept free of debris, or if it isn't regularly removed and cleaned and reinstalled. I haven't seen rust in this spot on any ITR's yet, but have seen it on other 3rg gen Integra's, which are exactly the same in the rear fender well area, so it's something to check for when buying it.

My itr was very good in the snow the one time i had to drive it in snow, but i refused to ever do it again. If you throw on some snow tires you'll be fine driving it in the winter, as long as you can handle the beating the winter is gonna give it.

Oh yeah, welcome to H-T.

 

welcome

 

welcome to HT, A type R will be the best thing you ever buy so get one and put good insurance on it

 

i have never once regreted the purchase of my ITR... although sometimes it is a pain having to worry about theft... but the car is so much fun to drive that it makes up for it

good luck with your ITR purchase if you decide to go with it

and welcome to H-T!.... oh, and don't let the guys get to ya... they can flame ya sometimes, but they do it out of love

 

Hey this is chief Wiggims (if thats spelled correctly?), and just wanted to say whats up, and welcome. Owning an ITR is a lot of fun just know what your getting into having one...THEFT ISSUES, which i am sure you were reminded of in every reply above. This can be a great place to hang out and can often suck, ignore the flames, watch what you say and use the search button. Later bro!!!!!

 

welcome, search is your friend.

Honta-tech = come for the cars, stay for the people!

 

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You aint never lied Gee. When i was DSM, i was still here

 

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no doubt, there needs to be a 12 step program to finding something else to do. i have a monitor tan year round. AND IM ON A LAPTOP!

 

I really like 337s...but I would have to say ITR&gt;337.

If you want a quick, great handling honda out of the box, the ITR is your best choice.

Unless you have some heavy coin and can afford and NSX.

 

i really like itr's but they are really expensive for a daily driver.
thats why im considering into investing on a eg hatch with a b18c.

 

and another question how many posts do i need for this trail user thing to go away? or does it stay like that forever?

 

welcome vw boy..get the R quick and guard it well